(NAPSI)—If you’re among the increasing number of Americans keen on natural solutions to boost immunity these days, you may be glad to know the answer may be right in your refrigerator—or should be. Loaded with vitamin C and zinc, and with key antioxidant qualities, Limoneira Lemons can play a vital role in helping the immune system adapt to new threats and conditions.
Experts have cited lemons as a way to “reduce the risk of complications from a cold or flu, and reduce inflammation in the body.” Experiments have also found that lemon juice can destroy the bacteria of malaria, cholera, diphtheria, typhoid and other deadly diseases.
Lemons are also a boon to any kitchen or DIY beauty routine—plus, they’re a handy sustainability tool. Use them to make life simpler without investing in potentially toxic chemicals or overpriced solutions. In fact, beyond their immunity-boosting benefits, lemons provide natural antibacterial and antiseptic properties that let you clean and disinfect your home, naturally.
Here’s how to create a useful all-purpose cleaner for your kitchen and bathroom that can help your house smell spring fresh all year: Combine equal parts lemon juice and water in a spray bottle. You can use it nearly anywhere. For wood surfaces, create a polish by mixing one cup of olive oil and one-half cup of lemon juice. Test it first on a small spot.
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(NAPSI)—The warning bells are ringing. From regulators, law enforcement agencies and consumer organizations around the globe, the message is clear: Fraudulent schemes related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have arrived, and they are coming in many forms, from investment fraud to fake CDC emails to phishing scams.
Job loss, financial strain, and social distancing are conditions that present fraudsters with an opportunity to pounce. A study by the FINRA Foundation, the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust, Stanford, and the Federal Trade Commission found that social or physical isolation can increase anyone’s susceptibility to schemes.
In times like these, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. Now is the time to move slowly, pay attention to details and not make rash decisions. Dramatic news coverage of viral outbreaks and pandemics can be an opportunity for scammers to pump inaccurate information into the marketplace to try to manipulate markets and investors. Following these hints can help you keep your money and personal information safe: Continue reading
OCALA, Fla. (May 22, 2020) –The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department is lifting restrictions of parks within the city limits. Florida’s Governor announced on Friday, May 22 that all state-issued restrictions on youth activities, including individual and non-organized sports, will be lifted effective immediately.
Activities such as walking, jogging and bicycling in parks will continue to be allowed, and outdoor activities including basketball courts, volleyball courts, tennis courts, and the Ocala Skate Park will have restrictions lifted under the new governor advisory. The six-feet physical distancing rule and face coverings are recommended in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) directions.
The following City of Ocala splash pads are now open with no restrictions, Lily’s Splash Pad, 2200 NW 17 Pl. and Citizens’ Circle Splash Pad, 160 E Fort King St. Hours of operation are sunrise to sunset daily. Continue reading
OCALA, Fla. (May 22, 2020) – The City of Ocala will allow the use of golf carts, low-speed vehicles and mini trucks on designated city streets beginning Monday, June 1.
Persons operating a golf cart or low speed vehicle within the downtown area are required to register for a one-time permit, at a cost of $30.00. This registration fee will be used to provide information to law enforcement with ownership information in the event of an accident or theft. A decal will be assigned to the vehicle and must be displayed on the left side of your vehicle.
To start the registration process, download the application form at www.ocalafl.org/GolfCart. Once completed, the signed and notarized form must be returned to the City of Ocala using one of the following options:
By mail: Mail the form and enclosed check to the following address. All checks must be made payable to the City of Ocala. Once processed the City will mail you a decal for the golf cart. Continue reading
OCALA, Fla. (May 21, 2020) – The 2020 Hurricane season is June 1 through November 30. Ocala Electric Utility (OEU) reminds customers to stay safe, be prepared and have a plan. To download the free storm preparation guide, view/report a power outage, or receive power outage notifications visit severeweather.ocalafl.org. If a storm does affect this area, stay away from downed power lines – do not come in contact with them. Electric crews will work diligently to restore power as quickly as possible.
OEU has developed 10 safety tips that electric customers should follow to protect themselves and their homes. These safety tips point out information customers may not know or may have forgotten from past hurricanes, tropical storms and weather-related events. Continue reading
OCALA, Fla. (May 20, 2020) – The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department will host summer camp June 8 through July 31. Summer camp programs will be offered at the following four facilities:
- Lillian F. Bryant Community Center, 2200 NW 17th Pl., 352-629-8389
- E.D. Croskey Recreation Center, 1510 NW Fourth St., 352-401-3920
- Discovery Center, 701 NE Sanchez Ave., 352-401-3900
- Fort King National Historic Landmark, 3925 E. Fort King St., 352-368-5533
Detailed information about each camp, including how to register and a full list of regulations, can be found at www.ocalafl.org/recpark. Fees and participants ages vary per camp program.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, additional regulations will be in effect for day camp operations this summer:
- Limitations of participants will be strictly enforced at each camp
- Guidelines for drop-off and pick-up protocols must be observed by all participants
- Parents/guardians will not be permitted to enter the buildings
- Temperature and health screenings at drop-off
- Staff will be assigned the same children/groups all week
- No mixing/mingling between groups
- Where practical, children will be seated 6 feet apart and groups will be limited to 10 or less
- All children and staff will be required to wear cloth face coverings
The City of Ocala Recreation and Parks Department continues to roll out a phased approach to reopening parks for individual and non-organize
d sports use within the city limits. We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting our summer camps this year. Beginning May 18, the Skate Park will no longer require reservations. However, as with all of our parks, the six-feet physical distancing rule must always be maintained, and face coverings are recommended in accordance with Centers for Disease Control (CDC) directions.
We will be hosting four different summer camps this year from June 8 through July 31. Registration opens Tuesday, May 26. Click here to learn more about our camps.
Reservations are no longer required to use the skate park. Ten skaters will be allowed into the park at a time and it on a first come, first served basis.
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We are heading to Fort King National Historic Landmark to learn about Leave No Trace, learning how to make a bird feeder from a water bottle, watching the dinosaur exhibit at the Discovery Center be dismantled and more!
OCALA, Fla.-If you have cancer, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, or a chronic or underlying health condition, you are at a higher risk for more severe illness if you contract COVID-19. This means it’s important to pay extra attention to your health needs right now.
Cancer
If you have cancer now or had cancer in the past, you may need to take special steps to protect your health. This is especially important for cancer patients who are treated with chemotherapy. They are more likely to get an infection because chemotherapy can weaken the immune system, and for the same reason, the infection may be more severe. To take care of your health:
– Before going into your appointments for cancer treatment, ask your doctor how you can help protect yourself from catching COVID-19.
– Check if any oral medications that you are taking can be sent directly to you so that you don’t have to go to the pharmacy or clinic.
– Ask your doctor if there are other things that you can do to isolate yourself from others.
Diabetes
When people with diabetes don’t manage their blood sugar levels well, they can have more trouble fighting off illnesses like COVID-19. Because of this, people with poorly controlled diabetes are more likely to become very ill or die if they get COVID-19. If you have diabetes:
– Ask your doctor how often you should check your blood sugar and what your target blood sugar levels should be. Keep records of your results.
– Recognize the signs of high or low blood sugar and make sure you know what to do about it. Monitor your feet, skin and eyes to catch problems early.
– Take your medication on time as directed. Continue reading
Our flag is at half-staff to mourn the loss of our fellow Americans that lost their lives from the Coronavirus. We mourn the loss of our first responders, doctors, nurses and medical team members that died trying to save lives. We pray for the Medical team members trying to save lives. We pray for our president to make the right choices to save the people of this great country. It is very hard to fight an invisible enemy, but we will win and we will find out where it came from and make them pay!
By Bill O’Rielley
My wife Angie will tell you that I study history and world events fluently every day. I have studied China for many years. To get answers I need to questions, I call many I know in Washington on Capitol Hill (from my tenure on two Presidential campaigns and Presidential talks) and I ask them for straight up answers to better understand what affects us as a nation.
Well, in 2016 America elected a new Sheriff: Donald J Trump. For decades the Chinese walked all over America but the new President said “not anymore”. Trump literally strangled China’s economy to the point their economy was in its worst free fall ever. Trump negotiated a new 50 billion trade agreement. He had Xi by the proverbial (You know What’s). America’s economy was on fire and unstoppable. President Xi Jingping knew he could not beat the USA militarily and he knew any domesticated economic attack would fail as our economy was too strong. He had to act. But how?
Enter the USA democrats led by Pelosi and Schiff. Impeachment. A hoax. A distraction for our people and President. Xi Jingping and his thugs see this. They aren’t stupid.
They have very intelligent intellectual thinkers in their government. Now you must understand , the Chinese regime are truly Barbarians. Notice I did not say ALL CHINESE. The Chinese people are a good people. I enjoy my interactions with them. Continue reading
