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about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, carrot, garlic, oregano, black Chocolate-Cranberry Energy Bars
pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes; cook until tomatoes begin
to soften, about 1 minute.
Drain penne; stir into vegetable mixture along with 1/4 cup
Parmesan cheese. Top servings with remaining cheese and
serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 281 calories; protein 15.8g;
carbohydrates 41.5g; fat 7.7g; cholesterol 8.8mg; sodium
337.6mg. Courtesy of www.allrecipes.com
Simple strategies

to combat stress

Just about everyone experiences stressful situations. Some-
times a measure of stress can provide motivation to do one’s
best or strive for an especially lofty goal. However, when stress
becomes a chronic condition, it can adversely affect individu-
als’ quality of life and even their overall health. Avoid becoming intoxi- is the telephone?” and even “I
Harvard Medical School says stress can manifest itself in A tasty snack that is easy on the stomach and has a good bal- cated - Being under the influ- need the American/Canadian
myriad ways. Stress can cause tension headaches, indigestion, ance of ingredients to provide energy during athletic activities, ence of drugs or alcohol can Embassy or Consulate.”
aches and pains, or even heart palpitations, and it may affect the training, or events. severely lower inhibitions. Bring proof of vaccina-
mind by making it hard to concentrate or make decisions. Many Ingredients: That may mean you make tion - It’s a new world, and
people experience stress through emotional or psychological ½ cup raw almonds unsafe choices or become an certain cities or countries
symptoms, such as irritability or feeling down. Learning how ½ cup walnuts easy target for those looking may have specific require-
to effectively manage stress is essential for individuals’ overall ½ cup pitted dates for victims. ments regarding COVID-19.
well-being. ½ cup dried cranberries
Exercise regularly ⅛ cup shredded coconut Learn key phrases - Many To play it safe, bring quality
Exercise serves many functions, including acting as a potent 3 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder foreign countries have a face masks and keep vacci-
stress relief strategy. The Cleveland Clinic says aerobic exer- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract bevy of English speakers, nation documentation at the
cise releases endorphins, which are natural substances that help Directions: but it’s always wise to learn ready.
a person feel better and maintain a positive attitude. Movement Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a important phrases in the na- Safe solo traveling re-
activities like yoga or Tai Chi also can relax the mind and body baking sheet with parchment paper. tive tongue so that you can quires a little extra planning
and promote physical health. Pulse almonds and walnuts together in the bowl of a food communicate. These should and a greater emphasis on
Take media breaks processor until chopped. Add dates and cranberries, a little at include “I need help.” “Do safety than traveling with
Overwhelming oneself with a barrage of negative news sto- a time, and continue to chop. Add coconut, cocoa, and vanilla you speak English?” “Where companions.
ries or constant information can increase stress levels. Individ- extract. Process to desired consistency.
uals can strive to remain informed and still build breaks into Roll dough into a 2-inch wide log and cut into ten 3/4-inch
their schedules. Shut off news programs, turn over the newspa- thick pucks. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
per or tune out of social media from time to time. The Centers Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 10 minutes.
for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that individu- Nutrition Facts Per Serving: 129 calories; protein 2.8g; car-
als who are stressed out by world events reduce the number of bohydrates 13.3g; fat 8.4g; sodium 0.9mg. Courtesy of www.
times they read the news or check the headlines each day. allrecipes.com
Meditate or perform breathing exercises
Breathing and meditation can help alleviate stress, accord-
ing to the American Heart Association. A quick meditation can How to protect yourself
provide some perspective. If a situation is stressful, go for a when traveling alone
walk or take a few slow, deep breaths until the body relaxes.
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