cognitive decline (along with taking Vitamin B-12) and reduce inflammation, promote regular bowel movements and support the healthy bacteria in a digestive system. Bender added that vitamin K in asparagus is essential for blood clotting and bone health. This wonderful spring vegetable is also low in calories and high in nutrients. Half a cup of cooked asparagus is only 20 calories and offers 2

The Pinochle Club meets on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays in Clubhouse 1 at 11:30 a.m. Lessons are available during Thursday meetings starting at 11:30. Contact Joan Taylor at 562-666-1714 for more information. May 1 winners: Don Krammer and Joan Taylor, 11,280, first place; Suzanne Parks, 10,740, second; Irene Perkins, 9,960, third; Mary Messersmith, 9,920, fourth. May 3 winners: Don Walton,

Wednesday, June 3 Meatloaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans almandine, fruit cocktail with coconut, ham and cheese sandwich with lettuce, tomato and pickle, and creamy cucumber salad.