What Is Brain Freeze?

Here is the scope on what happens. Brain freeze happens when you eat something that is very cold too quickly. What happens is when the cold touches the roof of your mouth it can trigger a cold headache causing a dilation of the blood vessels in your head. When they dilate, it causes pain behind the eyes or even up into the forehead. No, your brain doesn't freeze; you just get a lot of pain for a short period of time.
Ice cream isn't the only food that can give you "brain freeze." Anything that's very cold: ice cream cones, ice pops, slushy frozen drinks, snow cones, etc. The "brain freeze" normally only last 30-60 seconds.

Skateboard Safety

Summer is here and it's time to get that skateboard out again. Your credit union wants you to stay safe while having fun. To reduce the risk of injury, we have listed some safety rules to follow:

• Always wear a properly fitted helmet. When worn correctly, a helmet can prevent serious head injuries.
• Wear wrist guards to help prevent injuries when falling.
  Wear knee pads to help prevent bruises and abrasions.
• Get acquainted with your skateboard on level ground first before you try going down hill.
• When skating, always keep your eyes on the road.
• Avoid excessive speeds and skate within your ability in order to maintain control.
• NEVER allow yourself to be towed by a bicycle or moving vehicle.
• Stay away from heavy traffic.

Have fun this summer!