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CARY SPOTLIGHT: HEALTH & WELLNESS EDITION
These articles in our Cary Spotlight Wellness Wednesday Special Edition are for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Contact a qualified medical professional before engaging in any physical activity, or making any changes to your diet, medication or lifestyle.
Can’t Hit 10,000 Steps?
Try Picking Up the Pace
A study involving more than 100,000 middle-aged adults examined how daily step counts and walking pace were associated with the risk of early death.
Researchers found benefits associated with both taking more steps and walking faster. The lowest mortality risk was associated with roughly 7,500 to 10,000 daily steps, but a brisker pace was also associated with lower risk among people who accumulated fewer steps.
For people who cannot fit long walks into their day, gradually adding periods of faster walking may be one practical option. Others, particularly those with mobility or balance concerns, may be better served by accumulating additional steps at a comfortable pace.
Because the research was observational, it cannot prove that faster walking itself extends life. The broader message is that there is no single perfect step goal or pace, and a consistent routine suited to an individual's health and abilities may be more useful than chasing 10,000 steps. Read Full Report
Today’s wellness story is brought to you by Dr. Estelle Tsalik
“This month's theme is Self-care September.
I've always loved the expression "you can't pour from an empty cup." But lately I've been thinking that sometimes our cups aren't empty so much as just a little cracked. We may be in a busy season of life that's continually draining us, so it's important to find ways to top up our cups with goodness, so that when those inevitable bumps come our way, goodness can spill from them instead.
That's really what this month's calendar is about. Each prompt offers a simple way to be a little kinder to yourself, whether that's permitting yourself to rest, letting go of a should, or simply remembering that you're allowed to take up space.
I encourage you to pick one or two prompts each week that resonate and let go of the rest.
If you find this calendar especially meaningful, share it with someone who might appreciate it too. “ — Dr. Estelle Tsalik
Estelle Tsalik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Nutrition Coach, and Wellness Consultant based in Cary, NC. As the founder of Living Well with Estelle.
If you are ready to be more intentional about your wellness and would like a knowledgeable guide to support you, I would love to connect.
It's a relaxed, focused conversation about what you're doing, what's working, and where the gaps might be. No pressure, no pitch. Just clarity.” -Estelle
Weekly U.S. Food Recall & Safety Roundup
Reporting period: September 16–22, 2026
Bottom line upfront: For Cary/NC readers, the Everything Sprouts investigation is the strongest local alert this week because North Carolina has reported outbreak illnesses, although the confirmed distribution of the implicated seed does not currently list North Carolina. The Bettergoods pasta is also relevant locally because its distribution was nationwide.
1. Truly AIP and EAT G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. baking mixes — undeclared wheat/gluten
Products: Truly AIP All Purpose Flour, 15.3 oz., lots 260225 and 260610; Truly AIP Bread Mix, 14 oz., lots 260417 and 260617; and EAT G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. Flat Bread Pizza Mix, lots 260327 and 260803. Best-by dates extend into 2027 and 2028.
Hazard: Potential undeclared wheat gluten. The products were made with plantain flour supplied by PMF Global that had been labeled and certified gluten-free. Independent testing subsequently found gluten, and FDA's notice says the recalled finished products tested at levels significantly above the agency's 20-parts-per-million threshold.
Distribution: Sold nationwide, including online through the brands' websites and Amazon, to retail and online customers.
Illnesses: No adverse health effects reported as of the recall announcement.
Consumer guidance: People with celiac disease or severe wheat/gluten intolerance should not consume the products. Return them for a refund or discard them.
2. J. HIGGS Loaded Bacon & Cheddar Potato Chips — undeclared soy
Product: J. HIGGS Loaded Bacon & Cheddar Potato Chips, 7.75 oz., UPC 0-51933-31645-4, with Best if Used By DEC 11 26 or DEC 18 26.
Hazard: Undeclared soy, posing a risk of serious or potentially life-threatening allergic reactions for people with a soy allergy.
Distribution: Sold at Save A Lot stores in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee and Maryland.
Illnesses: No illnesses or injuries reported.
Consumer guidance: Consumers with affected bags should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
3. Everything Sprouts alfalfa seed — E. coli and Salmonella investigation expands
Products: The outbreak originally involved Everything Sprouts and Calco alfalfa sprouts, plus Everything Sprouts Crunchy Protein Sprout Mix, Zesty Garlic Mix and certain Robust Radish Sprout Mix lots. The significant new development is that the supplier agreed to recall the implicated alfalfa seed lot itself.
Hazard: Multiple strains of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli — O26:H11, O103:H25 and O168:H8 — and Salmonella Agona.
Distribution: The implicated seed reached sprout growers and wholesalers in California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Puerto Rico, as well as Canada, Mexico, Tahiti and Venezuela. This is substantially broader than the original Minnesota/Wisconsin distribution of the recalled Everything Sprouts products.
Outbreak: 55 illnesses across 15 states, 4 hospitalizations and no deaths. Forty-six patients were infected with E. coli, seven with Salmonella, and two were infected with both pathogens. North Carolina is among the states with illnesses.
Consumer guidance: Do not eat, sell or serve recalled sprouts. FDA says anyone with affected seed or sprouts should discard or return them and carefully clean and sanitize surfaces and containers they contacted.
4. Bettergoods Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine — possible Listeria
Product: Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine, frozen 22-oz. bags, UPC 194346442706, lots L6079C and L6080C, with expiration dates September 19 and September 20, 2027.
Hazard: Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination detected through routine state sampling.
Distribution: Sold at Walmart stores nationwide.
Illnesses: None reported.
Consumer guidance: Do not eat affected pasta. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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🎟️ Upcoming Events (Top Picks)
Outdoor events may be changed due to weather, so click the links to see latest event information. Here are a few ideas for the week, so plan ahead:
• Wednesday: ITA All American - Women's Tennis All Day
• Wednesday: Tai Chi: Downtown Cary Park 6:30PM-7:30PM
• Wednesday: Movie Night Under The Stars 7:30PM-9:30PM
• Thursday: ITA All American - Women's Tennis All Day
• Thursday: Town Council Regular Meeting 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Thursday: ZZ Top & Dwight Yoakam: Dos Amigos Tour 7PM
• Friday: ITA All American - Women's Tennis All Day
• Friday: Meet the Artist - Sydney Lee 6PM-8PM
• Friday: One Tribe Drum Circle and Fire Show 7PM-8:30PM
• Saturday: ITA All American - Women's Tennis All Day
• Saturday: Cary Farmers Market 8AM-12PM
• Saturday: Fall Litter Sweep | Kildaire Farm Road 9AM-10:30AM
• Saturday: Organic Gardening 9:30AM-10:30AM
• Saturday: American Dance Festival: Made in NC 7:30PM-9PM
• Sunday: ITA All American - Women's Tennis All Day
• Sunday: American Dance Festival Masterclass 1PM-3PM
• Sunday: Cary Players presents The Prom 3PM-7:30PM
• Monday: Stretch and Refresh 10AM-11AM
But wait! There’s more. To save space in your inbox, we’ve moved the full list of events online — now you can plan ahead: See Full 2-Week Calendar