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Coconut Butternut Squash Soup

By Heidi Sutton

As the temperature drops and the snow falls, warm up with a creamy butternut squash soup or a comforting bowl of roasted vegetable soup, courtesy of McCormick Spices.

Coconut Butternut Squash Soup
Coconut Butternut Squash Soup

YIELD: Makes 6 one cup servings

INGREDIENTS: 

2 tablespoons olive oil

3/4 cup chopped onion

4 cups peeled butternut squash chunks, (1-inch pieces)

1 medium green apple, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks

1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

1/3 cup orange juice

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 cup chicken stock

1 can (13.66 ounces) lite coconut milk

DIRECTIONS:

Heat oil in large saucepan on medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3 minutes or until slightly softened. Add squash, apple and pecans. Cook on medium heat 1 minute, stirring occasionally. Stir in orange juice, turmeric, nutmeg and stock. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minutes or until squash is tender, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly.

With center part of cover removed to let steam escape, puree soup in batches in blender on high speed until smooth. Return pureed mixture to saucepan. Stir in coconut milk. Simmer for 5 minutes. 

Ladle into soup bowls. Garnish with additional turmeric and finely chopped apples, if desired.

Roasted Vegetable Soup
Roasted Vegetable Soup

YIELD: Makes 6 one cup servings

INGREDIENTS:

1 pound (about 5 large) plum tomatoes, quartered

1 pound (about 6 cups) fresh oyster or portobello mushrooms, trimmed

1 medium sweet onion, quartered

4 teaspoons olive oil, divided

2 teaspoons  sea salt, divided

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon dried sage

1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided

2 medium avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into 3/4-inch chunks

1 1/2 cups unsalted vegetable stock

1 cup water

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 450°F. Place tomatoes, mushrooms and onion in large bowl. Add 3 teaspoons of the olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the sea salt, thyme, sage and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper; toss to coat well. In separate small bowl, gently toss avocado with remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place tomato and mushroom mixture on one side of foil-lined shallow baking pan. Place avocado on other side of pan. Roast 35 to 40 minutes or until vegetables are tender and golden brown.

Meanwhile, bring stock and water to boil in small saucepan on medium heat. Cover. Reduce heat to low and keep warm until ready to use. Add the warm stock mixture and roasted tomatoes, mushrooms and onion into blender container, while keeping the roasted avocados on the baking pan. With center part of blender cover removed to let steam escape, puree on high speed until smooth. Pour soup into serving bowls or mugs and top with roasted avocado. Drizzle with additional olive oil before serving.

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Repeat shoplifters will face harsher penalties in the new year. Stock photo

By Shannon L. Malone, Esq.

Shannon L. Malone Esq.

As we enter the new year, it’s essential to understand the significant changes in New York’s criminal laws. The 2023-2024 legislative session introduced several noteworthy reforms to enhance public safety, address emerging crimes, and improve judicial processes. This column outlines three major areas of legislative focus: judicial and juror security, organized retail theft, and deed theft criminalization.

Strengthening protections for judges and jurors

In response to increasing threats against the judiciary, the New York State Legislature enacted the Judicial Security Act. This law empowers judges and former judges to request the removal of personal information—such as home addresses, phone numbers, and the identities of minor children—from public platforms. The impetus for this law was a tragic 2020 incident in New Jersey, where a federal judge’s family members were attacked in their home.¹

Additionally, new criminal statutes were introduced to address threats and violence against judges. The existing felony of assault on a judge has been revised, eliminating the need to prove intent to cause “serious physical injury.” Prosecutors must now establish only that the assault aimed to prevent the judge from fulfilling judicial duties. Further, two new crimes—aggravated assault on a judge (a Class B felony) and aggravated harassment of a judge (a Class E felony)—were created to penalize acts of violence or harassment against judges or their immediate families.²

Jurors also gained new protections. Courts can now issue protective orders to withhold juror identities when concerns arise regarding tampering, harassment, or pretrial publicity. Such measures aim to preserve impartiality while ensuring jurors’ safety.³

Combating organized retail theft

Retail theft has evolved into an organized and costly phenomenon, prompting legislative action. Previously, a thief could only face petit larceny charges for individual thefts under $1,000, even if part of a larger scheme. Under the new law, if the aggregate value of property stolen from multiple locations exceeds $1,000, the offender can now be charged with grand larceny in the fourth degree, a Class E felony. Higher aggregate values can lead to more severe felony charges.⁴

Further protections were added for retail workers. A new Class E felony, assault on a retail worker, criminalizes acts of violence committed to hinder retail employees from performing their duties.⁵

Criminalizing deed theft

Deed theft, a predatory crime targeting vulnerable homeowners—often in minority communities—has now been explicitly criminalized under the larceny statute. Fraudulently obtaining a deed through forged signatures or deceptive practices can result in felony charges. Moreover, the attorney general is now authorized to prosecute these cases, adding significant enforcement power to this initiative.⁶

Additional reforms

The legislative session also addressed hate crimes, identity theft, and outdated laws. Twenty-two new offenses were added to the list of hate crimes, including crimes targeting individuals’ religious attire, such as the desecration of religious symbols or the disruption of religious services.⁷ In another modernizing move, the long-dormant crime of adultery was repealed, reflecting evolving societal norms.⁸

Finally, the legalization of jaywalking in New York City marks a shift in enforcement priorities. Motivated by concerns over racial disparities in summonses, this decision allows pedestrians to cross streets outside crosswalks without penalty.⁹

Conclusion

These legislative changes reflect New York’s commitment to addressing modern challenges while safeguarding fairness and justice. Whether enhancing protections for the judiciary or targeting organized theft, the state is adapting its legal framework to meet the needs of its citizens. Consulting the full legislative texts or speaking with an attorney can provide additional insights for readers seeking more information on these laws.

References:

1. 2024 N.Y. Laws, Ch. 56, Part F (adding Judiciary Law article 22-c), eff July 19, 2024; 2. 2024 N.Y. Laws, Ch. 55, Part FF (amending P.L. §§ 120.09-a, 240.33), eff July 19, 2024; 3. A. 7495, awaiting the signature of the governor; 4. 2024 N.Y. Laws, Ch. 55, Part FF (amending P.L. §§ 155.36, 155.40, and 155.42), eff July 19, 2024; 5. 2024 N.Y. Laws, Ch. 55, Part A (adding P.L. § 120.19), eff July 19, 2024; 6. 2024 N.Y. Laws, Ch. 56, Part O (amending P.L. § 155.00), eff July 19, 2024; 7. 2024 N.Y. Laws, Ch. 55, Part C (amending P.L. § 485.05), eff June 19, 2024; 8 A. 4714, awaiting the signature of the governor; 9. Int. No. 346-A, eff February 23, 2025.

Shannon L. Malone, Esq. is an Associate Attorney at Glynn Mercep Purcell and Morrison LLP in Setauket. She graduated from Touro Law, where she wrote and served as an editor of the Touro Law Review. Ms. Malone is a proud Stony Brook University alumna.

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By Daniel Dunaief

Daniel Dunaief

It’s hard to come up with a short list of the pros or cons of skiing. The experience, with everything from getting there, to being there, to trekking home, is filled with, if you’ll pardon the pun, ups and downs.

I’d like to share a few observations from our recent venture to the slopes.

For starters, just being in the mountains is extraordinary. The air is fresh, clear and clean and the views of snow-capped peaks and valleys are inspiring. Of course, you have to get to those mountains, which can require anything from a long drive to a flight filled with challenges and delays.

On a recent trip, our flight to those magnificent mountains involved sitting in a row on the plane that was exceedingly hot. When I asked the flight attendant why the plane was so warm, she explained that we were likely sitting near the engines.

The way home was no picnic either, because those wonderful winter storms that bring snow caused us to have a five hour delay, coupled with another hot ride home that suggested that the entire plane must have been sitting too close to the engines. Other passengers complained that they were wearing tank tops and jeans and sweat through their pants.

Back to the positive, the chairlift experience often is an opportunity to meet interesting and compelling people during a short but jovial journey. In one such conversation, I met a precocious nine-year old boy named Stephen, who told me he and his family, including his mother with whom we rode the lift, had recently visited London and Paris. He said he liked the food better in Paris, but that the food in London had improved over the years.

“And how would you know that?” his flabbergasted and amused mother asked. 

He shrugged.

“My mom travels a lot for her work, so she’s not always around,” Stephen said. “Sometimes, we get to go with her to fun places, though.” That statement seemed to offer an interesting window into the dynamic in their household.

Those chair lift rides, however, can take longer to board and to ride than expected. The lifts can  stop at inopportune times, near a snow gun that blankets skiers and snowboarders with snow we’d prefer were beneath our feet rather than trickling down our necks. Other times, people on those lifts swing their legs back and forth, making me feel as if I’m on someone else’s suspended rocking chair.

On a trip down the slopes, the speed and movement can be exhilarating. The swishing sound of the snow and the speed of the wind, without any mechanical noise from an engine, can allow us to experience the world at higher speeds, as the sound of rushing air and sliding skis combine to form a whispering symphony. At the bottom, our tired but rejuvenated muscles can relive the excitement from our self-directed ride.

We are not the only ones on the slopes and, while we might enjoy the thrill of a high speed run, we may also brace ourselves for the possibility that other skiers or snowboarders might push themselves beyond their limits. We could become bowling pins on a mountain, as others lose control, barrel into us and knock us down.

In the moment, the great unknown over the next plateau presents the opportunity to anticipate and embrace the terrain ahead. Perhaps the untrodden snow just past the peak has perfectly packed powder, the mogul (or bump, in modern parlance) is the right height and dimensions to catch some air, or the width and steepness of the slopes is exactly as we imagine when we dream of the ideal slope.

The other side of that peak, however, may have thin cover, with grass or even exposed rock, while someone may have taken a spill just beyond what we can see, turning them into obstacles we have to avoid.

While the pieces of equipment makes it possible for us to traverse snow covered mountains deftly, they are not designed for everyday maneuvering. Walking through a parking lot in ski boots can be torture for our shins, which may take days or more to forgive us for our skiing indulgence.

And, finally, the weather can offer the kind of glorious sunshine that transports us into an Ansel Adams poster or inserts us into picture postcard, with light shimmering off the tops of mountains, causing snow covered trees to glow. Then again, Mother Nature doesn’t care how much you spent on lift tickets and is perfectly happy to throw wind, rain, sleet and snow at you from every direction.

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By Leah S. Dunaief

Leah Dunaief,
Publisher

They weren’t really New Year’s resolutions but rather goals I set out for myself during the holidays when the office would be closed and we would be on a staycation. Did I meet them? Even though I was ill with a nasty upper respiratory infection for the entire time off, I did manage to accomplish the desired result.

What were they? I wanted to read two unusual books, recommended by The New York Times, over the 10 day period. And I did.

Now that may not sound like such a challenge to most people, but my reading, because of my job, is to keep up with the news. After all, I am a newspaper publisher and newspapers provide the first draft of history

So reading books, for me, is a luxury, and I’d like to tell you what two books I read because I found them engaging and would, in turn, readily recommend them. One was the beautifully written, “Horse,” by Pulitzer-prize winning author, Geraldine Brooks. I should tell you that my favorite reads are historical fiction and biographies. Those are, for me, effortless ways to learn history and any other subject with which the characters are involved.

“Horse” is indeed about a four-legged animal named Lexington, probably the most famous American racehorse in our history, who lived in the mid-1800s and about art. The horse is the literary device that ties the characters, who live in three different centuries, together. Some of them live before and after the Civil War, some in mid-century 1900s and the rest in the 2019. With that temporal range, Brooks touches on key themes: class, race, regional cultures, war, and the intelligence and loyalty of animals. The book, to a remarkable extent, is based on real people, as evidenced by the extensive research provided by the author in the coda called, “Lexington’s Historical Connections,” and it has a riveting plot.

Now I happen to love horses, always did from my earliest memories, when I was enchanted by the horses and riders on the trail in Central Park and begged to join them. I believe that’s a passion handed down through our genes. My mother’s father, I was told, was something of a horse whisperer, and my father was persuaded to take time from his work, something he almost never did, and accompany me one afternoon on a horseback ride through the park when I was about six years old. Since he had grown up on a farm, riding was familiar for him, although he did ask the stableman where we rented the horses if he could ride bareback rather than on what he called the “postage stamp” English saddle. The groom leading out the horses for us was stunned. Surprisingly he let us ride away toward the park.

But back to the book. It is not only the tale of the remarkable horse that engages the reader of this beautifully written novel. It is the rendering of the time and place in which each character lives, the deftly drawn personalities of the people who populate the stories, the challenges and tensions of their times, and ultimately how much and also how little times have changed.

And if you are an animal lover, the true heroes of the book are the animals.

The second book, which I happened to read first, was “The Wildes,” by Louis Bayard. While it doesn’t have the runaway narrative of “Horse,” it is more of a look back in time at the way Victorian England viewed homosexuality. The theme is developed through the lives of Oscar Wilde’s wife, Constance, and two sons. We meet them half a dozen years before his infamous trial in London, when they seem to be living a luxurious and loving pastoral existence. He is highly regarded as a famous author, playwright and witty companion, and she is involved in feminist causes.  Enter the aristocratic young poet, Lord Alfred Douglas, and the reality of life at that time begins to change the narrative. Ultimately it is Douglas’s provocative father, who causes Wilde to sue for libel, throwing his life open to titillating and legal inspection that brings ruin to the whole family.

The book is both witty for its clever dialogue and sad for all the shadows it reveals about the Wildes, society at the end of the 19th century, and what might have been in modern times.

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Semolina and Almond Biscotti

Cookies are a treat any time of the day, and many find biscotti particularly appealing. These crunchy cookies are equally at home with a morning cup of coffee as they are with an evening mug of hot cocoa. Biscotti are hard, crunchy, Italian cookies that are baked twice. In fact, their name comes from the Latin “bis,” meaning “twice,” and “coctus,” meaning “cooked.”

Although they can be enjoyed on their own, their dry, crunchy nature makes them hold up well when dunked into a beverage. Biscotti were even once commonly dipped into red wine. Though they might seem complicated, biscotti generally are easy to make. Try this recipe for “Semolina and Almond Biscotti” from “Butter, Flour, Sugar, Joy” (Sourcebooks) by Danielle Kartes.

Semolina and Almond Biscotti

YIELD: Makes 12 to 16 cookies

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup sugar

1⁄2 cup melted butter

3 eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

2 3⁄4 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup sliced almonds

1⁄2 cup semolina flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

Optional: 10 ounces dark chocolate to melt for dipping

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 325 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a stand mixer, cream the sugar, butter and eggs until light and creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the vanilla and salt. Mix to incorporate. Add the all-purpose flour, almonds, semolina flour, and baking powder. Mix until well combined, but don’t overmix. Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet. Pat gently to form one long loaf of dough roughly 14 to 16 inches long and 5 to 6 inches wide. Bake 30 minutes.

Remove the loaf from the oven and allow to cool 5 to 6 minutes before using a long knife to cut the loaf gently into 12 to 16 cookies. Lay each cookie on its side and bake another 20 minutes, flipping the cookies midway through. Cool completely to achieve that signature crunch. The centers will be a bit soft if eaten warm. These are perfect for dunking in coffee, tea or hot chocolate.

Optional: Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second bursts and gently dip half of each biscotti into it lengthwise. Flip the biscotti chocolate-side-up onto a sheet tray and allow the chocolate to set.

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Smoked Salmon Rolls

Delicious, colorful and versatile, smoked salmon can make it easy to elevate your New Year’s Eve menu. Whether you are hosting family or a small group of friends, you can feel good about serving sustainable smoked salmon to your guests. Highlight smoked salmon at socially distanced gatherings with these recipes and tips from chef Nora Pouillon, a James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award winner, and her daughter, Blue Circle Foods product director Nina Damato.

Smoked Salmon Rolls with Cream Cheese and Caper Filling

Smoked Salmon Rolls

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 ounces smoked salmon
  • olive oil
  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons small capers drained, plus additional for serving, divided (optional)
  • 1/2 medium red onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Layer smoked salmon slices on lightly oiled aluminum foil, overlapping slightly. Mix cream cheese with capers, onion and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Place thick line of cream cheese mixture along long side of salmon. Roll up salmon carefully with help of aluminum foil, similar to sushi roll. Chill in refrigerator 2-3 hours or overnight to firm up roll. To serve, use sharp knife to slice salmon roll into 1/2-inch long pieces. Place rolls on serving plate and garnish with additional capers, if desired.

Smoked Salmon Cucumber Boats

Smoked Salmon Cucumber Boats

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 English cucumber about 1 1/2 inches thick and 10 inches long
  • 1 medium tomato seeded and cut into tiny pieces
  • 1/4 cup scallions finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dill sprigs finely chopped, plus additional for serving (optional), divided
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 4 ounces Blue Circle Smoked Salmon chopped or pulsed
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

Slice cucumber in half lengthwise and use spoon to scoop out seeds. If cucumber skin is too thick, peel before slicing, Gently mix tomato, scallions, 1 tablespoon dill, lemon juice and smoked salmon until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Fill cucumber halves with smoked salmon mixture. Slice cucumber boats into 1/2-3/4-inch pieces crosswise. To serve, place pieces on platter and garnish with additional dill, if desired.

To access more recipes and tips, visit bluecirclefoods.com.

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Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry Sauce

ADOPT CRANBERRY SAUCE!

This week’s featured shelter pet is Cranberry Sauce, one of several cats abandoned when their parents moved and now safe at the Smithtown Animal Shelter. She is a little love bug that will brighten your day.

According to the shelter’s staff, this little lady is all love all of the time.  She follows you around and demands attention. She is a stage 5 clinger and you won’t mind one little bit!

Cranberry can be adopted alone or with one of her housemates. She has an overactive thyroid and will need a home that can manage that

If you are interested in meeting Cranberry Sauce, please fill out an application to schedule time to properly interact with your prospective soul mate in a domestic setting.

The Town of Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Visitor hours are Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575 or visit www.townofsmithtownanimalshelter.com.

For more information regarding rescue animals available for adoption visit:. TownofSmithtownAnimalShelter.com 

 

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Another year has almost gone. Maybe it was a good year for some of us or perhaps not. Maybe we’re wondering where all the days went when we could’ve sworn there were months left to lose ten pounds, learn to play the piano or master the art of relaxation. Time — it moves slowly but passes quickly.

2024 was a year of great change and tumult. November brought one of the most talked-about elections in recent history — a race that pitted the first Black Vice President, a woman, against a former president who survived an attempted assassination in July. The year also bore witness to nature’s fury with catastrophic storms like Hurricane Milton, Beryl and Helene wreaking havoc across the country, not to mention right here on the North Shore. And while some of the troubles of  2024 may fade into the past, remember — we endured it together as a community.

No matter how 2024 treated us, the good news is that a new year lies ahead. New Year’s Eve has a way of inspiring hope — a symbolic chance to start fresh to envision the possibilities of a blank slate. After the ball drops in Times Square, there’s a unique energy in the air — a sense of renewal that hopefully propels us into a year filled with potential.

But remember, 2025’s promise is only as meaningful as the actions we take to shape it. 2025 does have one very massive roadblock — December 31, 2025. So before another 365 days roll around, let’s set goals that matter — big, small or both, that we can achieve by the end of next year. Want to get involved in our community? Take that first step. Want to learn something new or pursue a long-held interest? Go for it. This is a cliche but it’s true — there’s nothing to lose and everything — even something — to gain. But above all, let’s be the change we want to see in our lives and in the world. If 2024 was a disappointment, let the fresh pages of a new calendar inspire us to address the challenges we see before us. Let’s not be deterred by the belief that meaningful change is only achievable by “others.” Change starts with all of us — and it can absolutely begin now.

As we bid farewell to 2024, all of us  wish everyone a happy and healthy new year. May 2025 bring joy, opportunity and the necessary inspiration to make it the best year yet. As J.P. Morgan wisely said, “The first step towards getting somewhere is to decide you’re not going to stay where you are.”

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By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

Dear Santa,

I’m sure you have a lot on your mind these days, with an abundance of Christmas requests and only a few remaining days to fill them.

My message is intended as a gift for you, not a request for myself. Your kindness and generosity toward others deserve to be returned. I am concerned about your growing belly, which has been compared to a bowl full of jelly when you laugh. Honestly, your upcoming journey around the world will likely make it worse. The cookies and milk, along with other sweets left for you on Christmas Eve, are only likely to make it worse.  

I’m concerned about your health and about the message it sends to kids. We’re currently dealing with an epidemic of overweight kids, which has contributed to the growing number of children with type 2 diabetes. According to the CDC, these numbers only get worse as children age.

You, Santa, can help reverse this trend and stem the increased risks of pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, liver cancer and heart disease that central belly fat promotes. Help children improve health outcomes that will follow them throughout their lives.

This is your opportunity to model the way — and, maybe fit back into that clingy tracksuit you’ve had in the back of your closet since the early 18th century, when you were still trim.

Think of the advantages of losing that extra weight. Your joints won’t ache as much in the cold; your back doesn’t hurt as much; and you will have more energy. Studies show that eating more fruits, vegetables and whole grains can reverse clogged arteries and help you avoid strokes, heart attacks and peripheral vascular disease. Even a simple change, like eating a small handful of raw nuts each day, can reduce your heart disease risk significantly.

Losing weight will also make it easier for you to keep your balance on steep, icy rooftops. No one wants you to take a tumble and break a bone — or worse.

Exercise will help, as well. Maybe this Christmas Eve, you could walk or jog alongside the sleigh for the first continent or two. During the “offseason” you and the elves could train for the North Pole After Christmas 5k. Having a team to train with is much more fun.

If you add some weight training into your routine, you’ll strengthen your core. In addition, your new muscles will help melt away fat from your midsection.

It doesn’t have to be a chore. After all, who doesn’t love a game of tag with the reindeer? 

If you really want to make a strong start, take a cue from the reindeer, who love their raw carrots and celery. Broadcast that the modern Santa enjoys fruits, especially berries and veggies, with an emphasis on cruciferous veggies like broccoli florets dipped in humus, which have antioxidant qualities and can help reverse disease.

And, of course, don’t put candy in our stockings. We don’t need more sugar, and I’d guess that, over the long night, it’s hard to resist sneaking a few pieces, yourself. Why not reduce the temptation? This will also eliminate the sugar highs and lows you feel during your all-night expedition.

As for your loyal fans, you could place active games under the tree. You and your elves could create a phone app with free workout videos for those of us who need them; we could join in as you showed us “12 Days of Dance-Offs with Santa.”

Think about giving athletic equipment, such as baseball gloves, soccer balls, and basketballs, instead of video games. Or wearable devices that track step counts and bike routes. Or stuff gift certificates for dance lessons into people’s stockings.

As you become more active, you’ll find that you have more energy all year round, not just on Christmas Eve. If you start soon, Santa, maybe by next year, you’ll be able to park the sleigh farther away and skip to each of the neighborhood chimneys.

The benefits of a healthier Santa will be felt across the world. Your reindeer won’t have to work as hard. You could fit extra presents in your sleigh. And Santa, you will be sending kids and adults the world over the right message about taking control of their health with nutrition and exercise. That’s the best gift you could give!

Wishing you good health in the coming year,

David

P.S. If it’s not too late to ask, I could use a bucket of baseballs and a new glove. I hear the Yankees have an opening for an outfielder, so I need to start practicing.

Dr. David Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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