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• 🧠 Trivia Challenge: Spotlight Hook
• 🍽️ Discover Cary: Kababish Café
• 💪 Wellness Tip: How Five Minutes Can Change Everything
• ⚠️ Health Alert: 6 Morning Choices Shape Your Stroke Risk
• 😄 Meme of the Day – Just for laughs
• ❤️ Shout-out: Thank You, Dawn D'Onofrio!
• 🏪 Support Local: Small biz to support and coffee jar
• 📅 Events: Upcoming Events (Top Picks)

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Question: What is the brain’s primary source of energy?

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Meet the Mama Edna Project, a cause we’re proud to spotlight in today’s edition of Cary Spotlight. Their Cary-based thrift shop supports local food security programs across the Triangle. Check out their podcast episode to learn more—and consider donating or shopping to support their cause! Podcast Episode | Follow Them on FB |
Address: 1393 Maynard Rd SE , Cary, NC 27511

Kababish Café

Kababish Café is one of the local food places nominated by Cary Spotlight’s readers for our Discover Cary project. If you had a chance to sample their food, feel free to share your opinion below.

Kababish Café in downtown Cary offers authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisine with an aromatic blend of spices and flavors served in a family-friendly atmosphere with fresh, made-from-scratch dishes.

Check out their menu on their website: Kababish Café

Address: 201 W Chatham St, Suite 103, Cary, NC 27511 | Get Directions

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CARY SPOTLIGHT: HEALTH & WELLNESS EDITION

These articles 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.

How Five Minutes Can Change Everything

In the middle of life’s chaos, many people delay health goals, hoping for a quieter, more convenient moment. But that moment rarely comes. Instead, experts say that small, immediate steps: like a short walk, drinking more water, or going to bed slightly earlier, can build powerful momentum over time.

These seemingly minor actions are often easier to implement than we expect and may ultimately lead to bigger shifts in wellbeing.

Rather than waiting for the stars to align, starting now (even imperfectly) might be the wisest move.

Content provided by Dr. Estelle Tsalik - Your Trusted Wellness Consultant.
Dr. Estelle Tsalik, a highly skilled wellness consultant and the founder of Living Well with Estelle, is here to empower you on your journey to optimal health. She is committed to simplifying the process and guiding you towards simple, sustainable, and sanity-saving solutions. Start your journey by taking her Living Well Blueprint Quiz today.

6 Morning Choices Shape Your Stroke Risk

With 38% of stroke victims now under 65, Dr. Christie Ballantyne from Baylor College of Medicine recommends six morning practices to reduce stroke risk:

• Take medications consistently - Use pill organizers near daily essentials like toothbrushes to ensure blood pressure and cholesterol medications are taken as prescribed. Optimal blood pressure should be under 120 for high-risk individuals.

• Manage stress early - Practice meditation, prayer, or inspirational reading to lower blood pressure. Physical affection like hugging family members or pets reduces cortisol levels and cardiovascular stress.

• Avoid artificial sweeteners - Skip compounds like xylitol in morning coffee, as they're linked to increased blood clot formation. Moderate caffeine consumption (up to 4 cups) is generally safe.

• Eat balanced breakfasts - Choose foods with omega-3 fatty acids and fiber while avoiding high-sugar options that increase diabetes risk, a major stroke factor.

• Incorporate movement - Take stairs, park farther away, or track daily steps. Aim for 7,000+ steps daily, as prolonged sitting significantly increases stroke risk.

• Quit tobacco products - Stop smoking and vaping, as both deliver harmful compounds directly into the bloodstream and represent the most impactful single change for stroke prevention.

These evidence-based morning habits work together to significantly reduce stroke risk among younger Americans. Read Full Report

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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:

• Today: Cookie Decorating Workshop 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Today: Wellness Walk 7PM-8PM
• Thursday: Speed Puzzling in the Park 6PM-9PM
• Thursday: Town Council Meeting (Regular) 6:30PM-8:30PM
• Friday: Discover Dance: Swing Session 7:30PM-9:30PM

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