CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 40 YEARS AGO

• Shown battling for a rebound were Brandon Christensen, Jon Hunter and Barrett Thomas of Clinton during a basketball game against Elk City while Ryan Baumwart was shown going for a layup.

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — When Shawn Landis, an evangelical Christian from Pennsylvania, heard about the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on southern Israel, he knew he would come to Israel to volunteer as soon as it was safe.

Readers respond to ‘anxieties on getting old’

DEAR READERS: I got so many great responses to the letter from 'Anxieties on Getting Old' that I am printing two of them for you to enjoy. I love when you write to me with your questions and responses. Keep them coming!

Walking after eating can help blood sugar

Dear Doctors: When I had my annual checkup last fall, the blood test showed I am close to having prediabetes. My doctor said I need to change my diet and get more exercise. I recently read that taking a walk right after eating helps lower blood sugar. Do you know if that's true?

Reader with diabetes needs to change lifestyle

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am still living an unhealthy lifestyle that includes consuming soft drinks, despite being diagnosed with diabetes. I recognize that this habit is detrimental to my health and could worsen my condition, but I find it difficult to break free from it. I need guidance on how to shift my mindset and make healthier choices for my well-being. I understand the importance of maintaining a balanced diet and managing my condition effectively, yet I continue to engage in behaviors that undermine my health. I don't know how to cultivate a mindset that promotes self-care and wellness. — Unhealthy Habits, Unhealthy Living DEAR UNHEALTHY HABITS, UNHEALTHY LIVING: Now is the time to get professional help. Engage the services of a nutritionist who can design an eating plan for you. Post it on your refrigerator, and then make the conscious choice to purchase items on the healthy list only. Write out a grocery list and check it off each day. Resist the sweet drinks and other foods that will cause you harm.

DO JUST ONE THING

• When drips of grease get onto your clothes, getting the stains out can be a real challenge.

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