St. Ignatius Seniors: Eat light to beat the heat

August is right around the corner. To beat the heat and stay healthy, focus on hydration, light protein and seasonal fruits and vegetables. Keep fluid intake up by including high-water produce such as cucumbers, watermelon, peaches, cantaloupe, tomatoes and berries.

Also try sparkling water or herbal ice teas in addition to water. Try lighter protein options, such as fish, eggs, poultry, cold chicken or tuna salads, and Greek yogurt or cottage cheese parfaits.

Eat five to six smaller meals spread throughout the day to avoid feeling too full and avoid the “energy slump.”

The next bingo game is 2 p.m. Aug. 15.

Everyone is welcome at our meals (young and old). Come enjoy a delicious meal and good conversation. If you want a take-out meal, please call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday and Friday and by 2 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday; lunch is served at noon Tuesday and Friday and 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Menus for the month are available in the entryway.

The main dishes for the upcoming week include vegetable beef soup, Friday, July 31; tuna sandwiches, Tuesday, Aug. 4; meatloaf and mashed potatoes, Wednesday, Aug. 5; and chicken with potato quarters and green beans, Friday, Aug. 7. Milk is available at all meals.

Our senior center is available for rent; call for information. If you have questions about obtaining Elder Commodities, call or stop by for information and an application.

Gentle Yoga is Wednesdays at 1 p.m. ($5); bring your own mat.