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Editors NotE this months Editors note presents the power of organization and the downside of procrastination
takiNg back timEWhen we put a few things in place we have so much more time
FENg shui the center or heart of your home is such a special place it holds your physical energies reflected in the people who live there
dividE aNd coNquEr healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate
shariNg thE burdEN When going solo doesnrsquot work get organized and know where to turn for weight loss success
WEllnESS26 EatiNg right We can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy diet based on a variety of nutritious foods
sENsatioNal smoothiEs tired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie
mothErs Natural hElpErs When you think of your mother naturally you think of one who nurtures and nourishes So lets talk about our small intestines
29
fITnESS16
18
slaNdEriNg thE sit-up Bottom line is sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workouts
its bicyclE sEasoN iN utah there are some really fantastic rides right here in our own backyard tune up the bikes and turn to pg 18 to see some of our favorite pedal panaceas
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MAGAZINE
May 2013
VoluMe XIII 5
edItor-In-ChIefJohn A Anderson | johnhealthy-magcom
MedICal dIreCtorssteven n Gange MD
Lane c childs MD
PublIsher Kenneth J shepherd | kenhealthy-magcom
MarketIng dIreCtor Timothy Howden | timothyhealthy-magcom
aCCount dIreCtor Heather Hooke | heatherhealthy-magcom
desIgn edItor
Phillip chadwick | designhealthy-magcom
ManagIng edItors
Michael richardson | emma Penrod
editorhealthy-magcom
onlIne edItorAshley Whiting | ashleyhealthy-magcom
dIreCtor of oPeratIons sandy Wise | 8668843258
CIrCulatIon Managerron Fennell | distributionhealthy-magcom
ContrIbutIng wrIters
brooke Kittel Darrin F Hansen David Joachim Douglas H Jones robert Jones Aubrey Merrill Lisa Mathews stuart b Porter Mark saunders
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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now you know
systemized
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in news and
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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(801) 676-7627
Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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37of emergency room visits were
for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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food
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
Healthy-Magcom
Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 19 FacebookcomHealthyMag
mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
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These products are currently available in select spas salons and on Repechagecom
Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
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special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
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With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
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MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Editors NotE this months Editors note presents the power of organization and the downside of procrastination
takiNg back timEWhen we put a few things in place we have so much more time
FENg shui the center or heart of your home is such a special place it holds your physical energies reflected in the people who live there
dividE aNd coNquEr healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate
shariNg thE burdEN When going solo doesnrsquot work get organized and know where to turn for weight loss success
WEllnESS26 EatiNg right We can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy diet based on a variety of nutritious foods
sENsatioNal smoothiEs tired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie
mothErs Natural hElpErs When you think of your mother naturally you think of one who nurtures and nourishes So lets talk about our small intestines
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slaNdEriNg thE sit-up Bottom line is sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workouts
its bicyclE sEasoN iN utah there are some really fantastic rides right here in our own backyard tune up the bikes and turn to pg 18 to see some of our favorite pedal panaceas
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Lane c childs MD
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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in news and
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
42 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Feng Shuisystemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 43 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Editors NotE this months Editors note presents the power of organization and the downside of procrastination
takiNg back timEWhen we put a few things in place we have so much more time
FENg shui the center or heart of your home is such a special place it holds your physical energies reflected in the people who live there
dividE aNd coNquEr healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate
shariNg thE burdEN When going solo doesnrsquot work get organized and know where to turn for weight loss success
WEllnESS26 EatiNg right We can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy diet based on a variety of nutritious foods
sENsatioNal smoothiEs tired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie
mothErs Natural hElpErs When you think of your mother naturally you think of one who nurtures and nourishes So lets talk about our small intestines
29
fITnESS16
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slaNdEriNg thE sit-up Bottom line is sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workouts
its bicyclE sEasoN iN utah there are some really fantastic rides right here in our own backyard tune up the bikes and turn to pg 18 to see some of our favorite pedal panaceas
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edItor-In-ChIefJohn A Anderson | johnhealthy-magcom
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Lane c childs MD
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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systemized
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
for the latest
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37of emergency room visits were
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Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
Healthy-Magcom
Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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ES
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CY
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MA
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DIRTPAVEMENTADVOCACYRACINGTOURINGTRIATHLONCOMMUTING
2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
24 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
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Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
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The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
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Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Editors NotE this months Editors note presents the power of organization and the downside of procrastination
takiNg back timEWhen we put a few things in place we have so much more time
FENg shui the center or heart of your home is such a special place it holds your physical energies reflected in the people who live there
dividE aNd coNquEr healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate
shariNg thE burdEN When going solo doesnrsquot work get organized and know where to turn for weight loss success
WEllnESS26 EatiNg right We can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy diet based on a variety of nutritious foods
sENsatioNal smoothiEs tired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie
mothErs Natural hElpErs When you think of your mother naturally you think of one who nurtures and nourishes So lets talk about our small intestines
29
fITnESS16
18
slaNdEriNg thE sit-up Bottom line is sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workouts
its bicyclE sEasoN iN utah there are some really fantastic rides right here in our own backyard tune up the bikes and turn to pg 18 to see some of our favorite pedal panaceas
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VoluMe XIII 5
edItor-In-ChIefJohn A Anderson | johnhealthy-magcom
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Lane c childs MD
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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now you know
systemized
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in news and
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
for the latest
in news and
research go to
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37of emergency room visits were
for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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food
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
Healthy-Magcom
Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 17 FacebookcomHealthyMag
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 19 FacebookcomHealthyMag
mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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actio
n
Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
Lucy Lursquos side-swept inverted braid was elegant and sexy For this type of set style to minimize frizz and keep hair shiny and in place during a special event use SheaMoisturersquos Yucca amp Baobab Thickening Moisture Mist The product also wards off damage from heat and hot lights as it fortifies and strengthens any hair type
Kerry Washington of Django Unchained and the TV hit Scandal looks great with her soft fringe bangs For added hydration and sheen this red carpet lsquodo would be a true winner with SheaMoisturersquos Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Elixir After heat styling a light even spray with the Elixir will seal in moisture and add as how stopping shine
No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
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raquo Hair Spa Seaweed Mask ($55) raquo Hair Spa Serum ($50)
Unique Benefits raquo Avocado Oil strengthens damaged
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These products are currently available in select spas salons and on Repechagecom
Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Editors NotE this months Editors note presents the power of organization and the downside of procrastination
takiNg back timEWhen we put a few things in place we have so much more time
FENg shui the center or heart of your home is such a special place it holds your physical energies reflected in the people who live there
dividE aNd coNquEr healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate
shariNg thE burdEN When going solo doesnrsquot work get organized and know where to turn for weight loss success
WEllnESS26 EatiNg right We can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy diet based on a variety of nutritious foods
sENsatioNal smoothiEs tired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie
mothErs Natural hElpErs When you think of your mother naturally you think of one who nurtures and nourishes So lets talk about our small intestines
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slaNdEriNg thE sit-up Bottom line is sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workouts
its bicyclE sEasoN iN utah there are some really fantastic rides right here in our own backyard tune up the bikes and turn to pg 18 to see some of our favorite pedal panaceas
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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now you know
systemized
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in news and
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Healthy-Magcom
ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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in news and
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for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
Healthy-Magcom
Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 27 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Editors NotE this months Editors note presents the power of organization and the downside of procrastination
takiNg back timEWhen we put a few things in place we have so much more time
FENg shui the center or heart of your home is such a special place it holds your physical energies reflected in the people who live there
dividE aNd coNquEr healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate
shariNg thE burdEN When going solo doesnrsquot work get organized and know where to turn for weight loss success
WEllnESS26 EatiNg right We can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy diet based on a variety of nutritious foods
sENsatioNal smoothiEs tired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie
mothErs Natural hElpErs When you think of your mother naturally you think of one who nurtures and nourishes So lets talk about our small intestines
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slaNdEriNg thE sit-up Bottom line is sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workouts
its bicyclE sEasoN iN utah there are some really fantastic rides right here in our own backyard tune up the bikes and turn to pg 18 to see some of our favorite pedal panaceas
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
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izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
for the latest
in news and
research go to
Healthy-Magcom
37of emergency room visits were
for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
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APRIL 2013
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bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
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Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
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Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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now you know
systemized
for the latest
in news and
research go to
Healthy-Magcom
ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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37of emergency room visits were
for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 13 FacebookcomHealthyMag
food
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
Healthy-Magcom
Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 17 FacebookcomHealthyMag
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 19 FacebookcomHealthyMag
mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
20 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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actio
n
Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
Lucy Lursquos side-swept inverted braid was elegant and sexy For this type of set style to minimize frizz and keep hair shiny and in place during a special event use SheaMoisturersquos Yucca amp Baobab Thickening Moisture Mist The product also wards off damage from heat and hot lights as it fortifies and strengthens any hair type
Kerry Washington of Django Unchained and the TV hit Scandal looks great with her soft fringe bangs For added hydration and sheen this red carpet lsquodo would be a true winner with SheaMoisturersquos Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Elixir After heat styling a light even spray with the Elixir will seal in moisture and add as how stopping shine
No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
Maskmdash ($45-65 in salons and spas across the country)
raquo Hair Spa Seaweed Mask ($55) raquo Hair Spa Serum ($50)
Unique Benefits raquo Avocado Oil strengthens damaged
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These products are currently available in select spas salons and on Repechagecom
Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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FacEBOOkcOMhEalthyMaG
t Wit tER hEalthyMaGazinE
the last MInute
to California to pursue a career I was
amazed at the exchange of rare last-minute
sentiments And the thought occurred
why do we wait to share those thoughts
and feelings Also we hadnt talked to my
nephew Blake for over two years before
he died in a strange cave divingswimming
accident We didnrsquot even get a last minute
The point is that so many things in life
would be better if we didnrsquot wait but rather
if we did a little bit each day After all some
thingsmdashlike our healthmdashcannot effectively
be accomplished or corrected in the last
minute Health requires daily attention and
cumulative delays to modify our habits will
ultimately lead to a tragic last minute
Take heart disease for instance Talk
about tragic As the Americas No 1 killer
cardiovascular disease claims close to a
million lives each year That compares
with about 550000 deaths due to cancer
101000 deaths due to accidents and about
14000 due to AIDS Yet simple daily lifestyle
changes can reduce our risk of heart disease
Its never too early to start but if you donrsquot
start it can very quickly become too late
While genetics play some role in the
development of cardiovascular disease there
are many risk factors that are lsquomodifiablersquo
With a little effort you can eliminate or
control them though certainly not in the
last minute
Accordingly this month were all about
organizing our homes our families our lives
so that we can do more be more live more
and relax more As we systemize ourselves
we find that we actaully have more time
more money and yes more health Not to
mention were much better examples to
those around us when we order our lives
So here we go Herersquos to pursuing a more
efficient more systemized life And herersquos to
the last minute deadline Irsquom trying to beat to
get this article turned in
systemized wrItten by
john a anderson
edItor In ChIef
weVe been organIzIng this issue
of Healthy Magazine for months The theme
is order and organizationmdashSystemized And
yet call me hypocritical here I sit with an
hour to go before we hit the presses and Im
just now writing my editors note
Quite frankly where would we be if it werenrsquot
for the last minute I donrsquot know about you
but I seem most effective most creative and
most pressed for time right here in the last
minute Crisis management Story of my life
Although Irsquom not a procrastinator I am
perhaps an over-optimist I take on too
much often to the expense of some very
priceless moments I mean well I want to
keep everyone happy I say yes can do will
do So Irsquom grateful for the last minute when I
am forced to focus on finishing a task
Problem is that if youre anything like
me we often leave too many things to the
last minute We donrsquot elevate priorities
until somethingrsquos a pressing priority And
sometimes we miss things altogether waiting
for that last minute Besides the reality that
the apple doesnt fall far from the treemdash
which Im reminded of whenever one of my
sons comes to me saying some major school
project is due tomorrow and isnt done yet
and can I helpmdashI remember the day my wifersquos
parents moved to Ohio for a service mission
the same day her sisters family was moving
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Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
ldquoWhere my childrsquos smile is concerned I want the best Any father would feel the samerdquo mdash Jason 38
Your child Your orthodontist
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
5 0ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Whether yoursquore considering clear aligners retainers or todayrsquos braces an orthodontist is the smart choice Orthodontists are specialists in straightening teeth and aligning your bite They have two to three years of education beyond dental school So theyrsquore experts at helping you get a great smile ndash that feels great too
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
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sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
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InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
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bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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IN
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ES
T
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DIRTPAVEMENTADVOCACYRACINGTOURINGTRIATHLONCOMMUTING
2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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actio
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
Lucy Lursquos side-swept inverted braid was elegant and sexy For this type of set style to minimize frizz and keep hair shiny and in place during a special event use SheaMoisturersquos Yucca amp Baobab Thickening Moisture Mist The product also wards off damage from heat and hot lights as it fortifies and strengthens any hair type
Kerry Washington of Django Unchained and the TV hit Scandal looks great with her soft fringe bangs For added hydration and sheen this red carpet lsquodo would be a true winner with SheaMoisturersquos Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Elixir After heat styling a light even spray with the Elixir will seal in moisture and add as how stopping shine
No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
Maskmdash ($45-65 in salons and spas across the country)
raquo Hair Spa Seaweed Mask ($55) raquo Hair Spa Serum ($50)
Unique Benefits raquo Avocado Oil strengthens damaged
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These products are currently available in select spas salons and on Repechagecom
Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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ThePessimisTrsquos AdvAnTAgeA 2001 study from Seligman and Brandeis University found that pessimists were less prone to depression after experiencing negative life events compared to optimists Perhaps this is because pessimists brace themselves better for trials
happy versusextremely happyExtremely happy people are the most successful in close relationships but moderately happy people are more successful financially and educationally a study from the University of Virginia showed Maybe a smile can be too bright
donrsquoTJudgemy griefResearchers from Stony Brook University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine decided to investigate how grief is truly displayed among bereaved people They wanted to find out if perceptions about bereavement namely the idea that people will inevitably feel intense distress and depression and that people must ldquowork throughrdquo their grief or suffer long-term consequences were really experienced by most people Researchers investigated a group of bereaved people mostly widows and widowers for up to five years according to Scientific American The research showed that most people had no significant distress or depression following their loss Other research from Columbia University has similar findings that only about half of elderly people who lost a spouse had serious distress it is a misperception that the passing of someone close must result in depression and distress It may be that we underestimate our own resiliency
fetal habitsIn a survey of 1000 people researcher Chris Idzikowski PhD a director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service in London found that 41 percent of people slept in the fetal position While this position can lessen snoring and can be good for pregnant women it can also cause back problems and restrict breathing Women were more than two times as likely as men to sleep in the fetal position Idzikowskirsquos research showed that people who slept this way were generally tough on the outside but sensitive at heart personality-wise
The Obesity ParadoxA recent study from the US
Centers for Disease Control
analyzed almost 100
studies involving millions
of participants and found
that being overweight or
slightly obese was linked to
about a 6 percent lower risk of dying compared with
those of normal weight
The reasons why arenrsquot
clear Severe obesity is
related to a 30 percent
greater chance of dying
nobodyexercisesOnly 35 percent of those aged 20 to 59 do the recommended amount of exercise But it gets worse More than 50 percent of Baby Boomers report that they do no (yes zero) physical activity
sTreTchingdecreAsessTrengThStudies from the University of Zagreb had participants lift weights after stretching and compared their results with their ability to lift without stretching The results showed that stretching decreased muscle strength by 55 percent In another study of the same design those who stretched lifted more than 8 percent less than those who didnrsquot Furthermore other research shows that stretching doesnrsquot actually serve to reduce the chance of injury So before you spend a ton of workout time stretching be aware that stretching may be on the out in the world of exercise
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The SMART Clinic fully staed by board certied physicians provides a comprehensive diagnostic management and treatment facility with hospital and surgery center credentialing-the highest credentials possible Their ground breaking endoscopic and minimally invasive treatments are equally as eective as conventional surgery-without the risk pain scarring and lengthy recovery associated with traditional invasive procedures
Ground-breaking procedures Comprehensive program SMART FITSMART FIT ( Fu n c t i o n a l I n n o v a t i v e Tra i n i n g ) is a dynamic tness program created by our physicians physical therapists and personal trainers It is a multifaceted approach to tness and wellness The innovative cardio-strengthening program is based on exercise science and is individualized for your specic goals It is designed to burn fat and strengthen muscles as it synergistically improves your cardiovascular system Since there is no set way of training the body must be constantly challenged in dierent ways in order for the muscles to adapt and respond to functional activities The program incorporates plyo-metrics kickboxing stability training cardiovascular training functional movements suspension training balance awareness and strength training Group sessions are available (2-5 at a time) Visitwwwthesmartcliniccom to get started today
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(801) 676-7627
Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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37of emergency room visits were
for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
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Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
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Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
42 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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The SMART Clinic fully staed by board certied physicians provides a comprehensive diagnostic management and treatment facility with hospital and surgery center credentialing-the highest credentials possible Their ground breaking endoscopic and minimally invasive treatments are equally as eective as conventional surgery-without the risk pain scarring and lengthy recovery associated with traditional invasive procedures
Ground-breaking procedures Comprehensive program SMART FITSMART FIT ( Fu n c t i o n a l I n n o v a t i v e Tra i n i n g ) is a dynamic tness program created by our physicians physical therapists and personal trainers It is a multifaceted approach to tness and wellness The innovative cardio-strengthening program is based on exercise science and is individualized for your specic goals It is designed to burn fat and strengthen muscles as it synergistically improves your cardiovascular system Since there is no set way of training the body must be constantly challenged in dierent ways in order for the muscles to adapt and respond to functional activities The program incorporates plyo-metrics kickboxing stability training cardiovascular training functional movements suspension training balance awareness and strength training Group sessions are available (2-5 at a time) Visitwwwthesmartcliniccom to get started today
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(801) 676-7627
Spinal Cord Stimulation Tiny electricalimpulses are sent to the nerves through smallexible medical wires Those impulses maskthe pain signals going to the brainDiscography Investigates andestablishes the role of intervertebraldiscs in the production of low back painRadio frequency (RF) Nerve AblationA therapeutic procedure designed todecrease or eliminate pain symptomswithin spinal facets by temporarilydeactivating minor nerves around the spineRehabilitation Therapy Land andaquatic based therapies administered bycertied physical therapists athletictrainers and sports kinesiologists
Herniated disc Spinal problems Think major surgery is your only option Not anymore
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in the news system
izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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for non-urgent conditions ED ITED By hEalThy magazInE
Lasiks new Hubble-esque technology
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
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Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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customized before and after photos suited to your
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Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
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special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
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With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
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special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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izedreseArchers resTore heAring in A mouseGood news for the 36 million Americans who report hearing loss a study published recently in Neuron showed that researchers were able to partially restore hearing in a mouse who had suffered noise-induced hearing loss using medication The drug helps grow sensory hair cells in the inner ear and is the first drug of its kind
In a recent study 120 test subjects were given a daily dose of 18 ounces of low-fat yogurt for an extended amount of time But added to the yogurt was either extra virgin olive oil canola oil lard or butter
Those who ate olive oil with their yogurt reported being more full and showed the physiological signs of being more satiated compared to other participants So not only is olive oil better for you than other fats itrsquos more filling
olive oilWins Again
nAsA Andyour eyesThe Hubble space telescope a landmark in space discovery requires mirrors that are perfectly sculpted which led to the development of technology that scanned mirrors and gave a detailed blueprint of flaws that needed correcting It turns out that our corneas and a telescope lens have a lot in common which is something ex-NASA Hubble researcher Dan Neal realized years ago He developed a device to map the human eye that uses the same technology used to map telescope lenses Released in 2012 and approved in Europe the device is awaiting FDA approval It could change the nature of LASIK and other laser-guided surgeries as well as contacts
LivingTogetherBetween 2006 and 2010 nearly half of all american women aged 15 to 44 ldquocohabitedrdquo outside of marriage according to new reports from the National Center for Health Statistics In 1995 that number sat at 34 percent During the first year of living together the report found about 20 percent of women became pregnant and went on to give birth The report was based on interviews with 12000 women
An emergency
noT QuiTeAfter a systematic review of yearsrsquo worth of research RAND found that 37 percent of emergency room visits were for nonurgent conditions Those who visited the emergency room for nonurgent reasons were often younger found the emergency room more convenient than other options or had negative perceptions about other forms of care This problem leads to unnecessary spending tests and treatment
High BloodPressureMeasure AgainA recent study from published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension found that blood pressure measurements are often inaccurate due to incorrect procedure Researchers observed medical personnel and then had a trained observer repeat the process using American Heart Association (AHA) recommendations and found discrepancies in both systolic and diastolic measurements The study found that most site personnel donrsquot follow AHA recommendations ldquoInaccurate BP measurement and poor technique may lead to misclassification misdiagnosis and inappropriate medical decisionsrdquo authors write
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
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About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
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sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
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Lay down on your bed
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Sometimes doing sit-ups
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bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 19 FacebookcomHealthyMag
mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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UN
TA
IN
W
ES
T
CY
CL
IN
G
MA
GA
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DIRTPAVEMENTADVOCACYRACINGTOURINGTRIATHLONCOMMUTING
2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
24 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
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actio
n
Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
Lucy Lursquos side-swept inverted braid was elegant and sexy For this type of set style to minimize frizz and keep hair shiny and in place during a special event use SheaMoisturersquos Yucca amp Baobab Thickening Moisture Mist The product also wards off damage from heat and hot lights as it fortifies and strengthens any hair type
Kerry Washington of Django Unchained and the TV hit Scandal looks great with her soft fringe bangs For added hydration and sheen this red carpet lsquodo would be a true winner with SheaMoisturersquos Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Elixir After heat styling a light even spray with the Elixir will seal in moisture and add as how stopping shine
No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
Maskmdash ($45-65 in salons and spas across the country)
raquo Hair Spa Seaweed Mask ($55) raquo Hair Spa Serum ($50)
Unique Benefits raquo Avocado Oil strengthens damaged
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These products are currently available in select spas salons and on Repechagecom
Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
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More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
Healthy-Magcom
Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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E X P I R E S 5 3 1 1 3
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
APRIL 2013 cycling utahcom 1cycling utah
VOLUME 21 NUMBER 2 FREE
APRIL 2013
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DIRTPAVEMENTADVOCACYRACINGTOURINGTRIATHLONCOMMUTING
2013 Utah Idahoamp Western event Calendar InsIde
JoIn a BIke ClUBoUr annUal ClUB GUIde Is InsIde
bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 23 FacebookcomHealthyMag
IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
24 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
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Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
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The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
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unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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c H i r O P r A c T i cSHAnnon pAriSi DcSuzAnne cronin DcSalt Lake Chiropractic801-907-1894See online chirosaltlakecom
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Why Do I FeelSo Rotten
Advisor FiTnessgtgt
More and more research points to two primary culprits when it comes to the development of life-threatening diseases and a general feeling of malaise inflammation and acid build up in the body InflammationAll pain is ultimately due to inflammation Chronic inflammation in the body is influenced by genetics a sedentary lifestyle stress and exposure to environmental toxins Inflammation appears to be at the root of heart disease cancer Alzheimerrsquos and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis You canrsquot control your genetic destiny but you can introduce healthy lifestyle changes like exercise meditation and avoidance of environmental toxins The chief environmental toxin offender is a diet rich in refined and processed foods that foster a pro-inflammatory state
What promotes inflammation in the body
bull Wheat rye and barleybull Sugar and refined starches
(ie bread)bull Trans fatbull Peanutsbull Chemical additivesbull Processed corn (ie high-
fructose corn syrup corn starch corn oil)
bull Red meatbull Vegetable Oilbull Dairybull Too much Omega 6-fatty
acids (from fast food and snack food)
What reduces inflammation in the body
bull Kalebull Shitake mushroomsbull Sesame and hemp seedsbull Squashbull Blueberriesbull Onionsbull Garlicbull Peppersbull Dark leafy greensbull Herbs and spices (ie
turmeric oregano rosemary ginger and green tea)
bull Omega 3-fatty acids (ie salmon sardines herring anchovies flax seed and walnuts)
Acid Build-Up When we are born we have the perfect pHmdashnot too acidic not too alkaline What does this mean We become more acidic as we age The more acidic we are the more prone we are to illness depression sleep disturbances early aging digestive ailments and weight gain
Your body must balance the bloodrsquos pH at a slightly alkaline level (7365) in order to survive When you ldquoburnrdquo food for fuel the metabolic process transforms this burnt food into a kind of ldquoashyrdquo residue that is either acidic or alkaline If the body canrsquot get nutrients to maintain the required alkaline state it draws from its own stores like bones and other vital tissues This in turn decreases the bodyrsquos ability to absorb nutrients produce energy in cells repair damaged cells and detox metal The potential end-result is fatigue and illness Additionally research indicates that as you age eating more alkaline foods leads to a more youthful appearance and allows you to maintain more lean muscle mass
Acidic foodsbull Processed sugarbull Refined grainsbull Conventionally produced
meatsbull Artificial sweeteners
Alkaline foodsbull Root vegetables (ie
radishes beets carrots turnips rutabaga horseradish)
bull Cruciferous vegetables (ie broccoli cabbage cauliflower Brussels sprouts)
bull Leafy greens (ie spinach kale Swiss chard turnip greens)
bull Garlicbull Cayenne pepperbull Lemon (most alkalizing)
Please note that some of these alkaline foods appear to be acidic (ie lemons) however once the body processes these foods the ldquoresiduerdquo left behind becomes alkaline
brooke KittelTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123tacFitnesscom
About the Author
The bottom line is this get back to the basics Eat unprocessed foods that supply ample nutrients The most healthful foods reside on the periphery of your grocery store Avoid the ldquoinner circlerdquo where unhealthy options linger Cheers to fruits and vegetables
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
go to
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
bull wwwskinnytireeventscompagecfmpageid=20054
bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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bull small pump
bull Tire tube
morebull wwwparkcitymountaincomsitesnowmamasauthorkellymountain-biking-in-park-city
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgtrailssummer
bull corner canyon trail system in draper try ghostfalls in the upper corner canyon or coyote Hollow trailhead wwwcornercanyontrailscombiking-2sweet-rides
Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
24 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
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Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
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Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
fit systemized
sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
for the latest in
news and research
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Lay down on your bed
Wake up the next day
Sometimes doing sit-ups
are just so easy
~Lilly Tomlin
fitness
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
bull when may 18 2013bull sign up wwwnosackcomcyclesaltLakecentury
InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
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bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
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The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
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Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
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Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 43 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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SIt-UpSWhy to neveRDo one AgAIn
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sit-ups hurt the back and arenrsquot as effective as other core workoutsSit-ups and crunches have been a fitness staple for decades but their time is over
Researchers find that sit-ups hurt the back by pushing your curved spine against the hard ground They also work the hip flexors which run from the thighs to the lumbar vertebrae in the lower back which can be a bad thing
ldquoWhen hip flexors are too strong or too tight they tug on the lower spine which can be a source of lower back discomfortrdquo says the Harvard Medical School
Fortunately getting a six-pack doesnrsquot require sit-ups other exercises can bring the rock hard abs without the negative side-effects
PlanksTry a plank exercise which is taking a certain position which you hold for a specific amount of time One example of a plank exercise is to lie on your stomach and then go up on your forearms and toes Hold that position with a straight back for about a minute or however long you can Yoursquoll feel your abdominals tighten along with other core muscles The shoulders and leg muscles also get a workout all without any weights
A benefit of changing up your core workout besides avoiding back pain is that planks by nature are a more complete workout Yoursquoll burn more calories and work more muscle groups
The abs are just one part of your core muscular system Sit-ups only work the abs meaning that relying solely on sit-ups for core exercise leaves many muscles in flab land Besides working out just the abs is actually unhealthy as it puts unbalanced tension on the core when some muscles are strong and others weak
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Sometimes doing sit-ups
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
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InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
bull wwwtourofhebercom
sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
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bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
fitness
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
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InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
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robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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28 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
42 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Feng Shuisystemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 43 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
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InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
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MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
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sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
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best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
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InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
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What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
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When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
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Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
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How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
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Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
42 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Feng Shuisystemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 43 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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The best of utah cyclingThe best organized rides BegInners Cycle salt Lake Century
A flat ride with 36 67 and 100 mile courses this event is one for everyone The course starts in Salt Lake City and heads north through Layton and onto Antelope Island It includes rest stops stocked with water sports drinks fruit candy and snacks The riders which generally number more than 2000 receive lunch a goodie bag and a T-Shirt
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InTerMedIATe Tour de Park City
A beautiful ride on the more scenic side of the Wasatch Range the Tour de Park City also offers races of varying distances 15 50 100 and 157 miles with a junior course The course also goes by Jordanelle State Park
bull when August 3 2013bull sign up wwwtourdeparkcitycom
if yoursquore newWhat to bring
MOre dIffICULT Tour of Heber
The tour of Heber offers course distances of 35 65 and 100 miles taking riders around Heber and up into the moutains
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sOUTHern UTAH Moab Century Tour
Moab Canyon Country provides world-renowned scenery as a backdrop for a fulfilling race experience
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bull Water When biking even if you donrsquot get extremely tired your body is still using fluids at a fast rate
bull Tire patch kit The speed of biking can take you so many miles away that getting stranded can be serious
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
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best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
resides in Salt Lake CityRead more cyclingutahcom
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
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robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
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32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
42 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Feng Shuisystemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 43 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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mountain bike Park City Trails
The Park City trails offer hundreds of trail miles that are some of the best the Western United States has to offer usually open from May to October The Park City Resort opens their ski lifts to riders during the summer so they can access the upper reaches of Utah riding
Charlie Sturgis executive director of the Mountain Trails Foundation the force behind the development of these trails warns that riders often get in over their heads when trying mountain biking So be conservative if its your first time
ldquoThey think itrsquos just like riding a bikerdquo he says ldquoBut itrsquos more complicated than thatrdquo
BegInners McLeod Creek Willow Creek rail Trail
BegInner TO InTerMedIATe round Valley (accessible from the rail Trail)
bull wwwmountaintrailsorgmap
best rides in utahBegInner Jordan river Parkway Trail
The Jordan River Parkway Trail is a bike trail system that runs from the Salt Lake to Utah Lake It has multiple entry points and exit points meaning that accessing it isnrsquot complicated Furthermore itrsquos flat and therersquos no traffic so it is perfect for people new to cycling to get used to the feeling without worrying about outside distractions
bull find an entry point wwwrecreationslcoorgparksjordanriverParkwayindexhtml
InTerMedIATe emigration Canyon
Possibly the most popular ride in Utah Emigration canyon is a perfect ride for those with a little cycling experience Close to Salt Lake City the ride gives a gradual eight-mile climb to the summit of Little Mountain As an added benefit Emigration Canyon has loads of history tied to it Yoursquoll ride by This is the Place State Park which commemorates the pioneers passing through the canyon and Brigham Youngrsquos historic decision to settle the Utah valley
bull more wwwutahcombiketrailsemigrationhtm
AdVAnCed Alpine Loop
This very difficult but extraordinarily beautiful ride takes riders up past Sundance Resort and through American Fork canyon This iconic ride is part of Utahrsquos premier cycling races and is one of the most beautiful challenging easy to access rides in Utah
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Source Dave IltismdashCycling guru
and Editor-in-Chief of Cycling Utah Magazine since 1998 He currently
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
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robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Actual Client
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The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
42 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Feng Shuisystemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 43 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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gtgt Advisor Allergies
If so you may be experiencing asthma that is uncontrolled
Asthma is increasing in prevalence in the United States It is a complex and variable disease and you deserve the best in diagnosing and treating it How it is diagnosed and who treats it really does matter Seeing a board certified allergy and asthma physician can lead to better asthma control at less cost
Many people ask me how can we be so effective in treating asthma and achieve these results with people The main reason is our approach is unique in how we obtain a patientrsquos detailed history correctly utilize diagnostic tests and then devise a specific individualized plan for
our patients This plan usually has a large focus on prevention We work hard to accurately identify triggers or exacerbating factors and then eliminate them We feel it best to be proactive in treating asthma instead of reactive and also to provide adequate education to patients and parents
Results from a study in the August 2004 Journal of Allergy amp Clinical
Immunology found that parents often took the wrong actions to control their childrsquos asthma Over 50 of the parents in the study tried an environmental control measure unlikely to improve their childrsquos symptoms These findings illustrate the need for increased education on the proper ways to
About the Authordouglas h Jones mdRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800rockymountainallergycom
Dr Jones specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all conditions relating to allergies asthma and immune system disorders He is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and the American Board of Internal medicine He earned his mD from Penn State university and completed his specialty training at Creighton university
Do you have recurrent cough Wheezing
Shortness of breath Recurrent bronchitis or
pneumonia limitations with exercise
Asthma Awareness
manage and treat childhood asthma
May is National Asthma Awareness month Rocky Mountain Allergy Asthma and Immunology a regional leader in asthma care is going to hold two free asthma educational and screening events in the month of May Please plan to attend For more information please go to wwwrockymountainallergycom
UPCOMIng eVenTs
MAy 3rd Who All people all ages welcome
What FREE Asthma screening in conjunction
with the local Health Fair
When 1pm-5pm
Where St Vincent de Paul 1385 Spring Lane
Salt Lake City UT 84117
wwwstvincents-schoolorg (801) 277-6702
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
MAy 31sT Who - All people all ages welcome
What Open House BBQ Free Asthma Screenings
When 330pm-7pm
Where Layton Office 1660 W Antelope Dr STE
225 Layton UT 84041
Why Promote Health and Asthma Awareness
How Just show up
BoArd Certified Allergist provided AsthmA CAre results in
76 fewer emergency room visits77 fewer hospitalizations and reduced lengths of hospital stays45 fewer sick care office visits77 fewer missed days from work or school
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
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Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
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Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
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ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
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YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
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robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
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The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
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customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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WomenWhatrsquos yourBiggest Complaint
Question 3 b Insulin Its nickname is ldquoThe Fat-Storing Hormonerdquo For any overweight person if you can get your insulin under control your tummy shrinks This is not diabetes itrsquos insulin resistance and it is so easy to get insulin under control We can show you how to deal with all three of the questions above Itrsquos our specialty
For more information call 801-576-1155 or go to utahwellnessistitutecom for more information Start living today
Advisor Hormone Therapygtgt
robert Jones dcUtah Wellness InstituteHormone Therapy801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
Having a healthy balance of hormones is critical to a fulfilling lifemdashand this is our specialty our wellness program also includes nutritional analysis and modifications whole-food dietary supplementation personalized exercise programs a blockbuster medical weight loss program if needed and education regarding your pH balance
About the Author
1 What is the most common health complaint of women in the US today
a being overweightb heart diseasec PMSd Fatigue
2 Which hormone in a womanrsquos body causes her the biggest problems in 1 above
a testosteroneb estrogenc thyroidd cortisol
3 What hormone is most responsible for putting weight on a womanrsquos tummy
a thyroidb insulinc progesteroned cortisol
Hopefully you got all three questions right because your total quality of life depends on it
The answer to 1 d Fatigue It is by far the most common complaint that women say affects their lives on a daily basis Can you guess what the most common prescription is given for that fatigue Antidepressants In our opinion that is just masking the problem not helping it There are answers
Question 2 c Thyroid But so many women say ldquoMy doctor checked my thyroid and said that lsquoeverything looks goodrsquordquo Those are 3 very dangerous words Our question if everything looks so good then why do you feel so lousy and tired all the time The problem is that they donrsquot check the right things to see if the thyroid isnrsquot working right Very frustrating and something we hear from women everyday in our clinic
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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Kerry Washington of Django Unchained and the TV hit Scandal looks great with her soft fringe bangs For added hydration and sheen this red carpet lsquodo would be a true winner with SheaMoisturersquos Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Elixir After heat styling a light even spray with the Elixir will seal in moisture and add as how stopping shine
No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection brings the spa to the shampoo bowl It works with all hair types and contains EcoCert seaweed plants with 18 amino-acids 12 vitamins and 42 trace elements and minerals The products are also paraben sulfate and gluten free Repecircchagersquos HYDRA-AMINO18TM Hair Spa Collection includes raquo Salon Hair Spa Thermal Seaweed
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Unique Benefits raquo Avocado Oil strengthens damaged
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These products are currently available in select spas salons and on Repechagecom
Feeling is believing
NEW Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Glosses by Paularsquos Choice hydrate and protect lips against dryness while adding a soft glossy shine that improves lips with each use This gloss is fragrance-free enriched with plant-based antioxidants and has a balm-like non-sticky finish that feels amazing
Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
Since smooth lips are sexy lips Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss works beautifully when applied after using Paularsquos Choice Lip Exfoliant with Microbeads The glosses help keep lips feeling moisturized and soft all day To accent the glossrsquo color apply Paularsquos Choice Brighten Up 2-Minute Teeth Whitener for pearly whites in a flash Price $995 each Available at paulaschoicecom
Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
Visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah today to view
customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
The Right Curves is offering
special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
Augmentation Procedure
With approved credit
For more information visit UtahBreastcomHealthyUtah or call 8015287851
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
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Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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IUDs oral birth control pills uterine artery embolization myomectomy or endometrial ablation All of these have significant pros and cons and need to be discussed with your doctor
If you want to maintain your reproductive capacity myomectomy may be considered but even if performed successfully may not be beneficial as other fibroids are very likely to replace the larger ones removed at the time of surgery
Diagnosis of fibroids is suspected on physical examination and usually confirmed with ultrasound Although entire volumes have been written on uterine leiomyomas my purpose here is to only give you a brief overview of what they are and some options for treatment If you suffer from irregular and painful periods infertility pelvic pressure or feel like you have a big uterus you may have these benign tumors and may be a candidate for intervention For more information on uterine fibroids and other womens health issues contact Dr Saunders at 801-692-1429 or visit our website at wwwdrsaundersobgyncom
almost never symptomatic They can form tumors known as pedunculated fibroids that appear as a ball and stalk or somewhat like a mushroom They are the easiest to excise typically if necessary
Submucosal fibroids are the ones most likely to cause symptoms as they are right under the lining of the endometrium and may therefore cause abnormal bleeding and also interfere with fertility These types of tumors remain the main reason for hysterectomies Other areas include the cervix which can impede labor if very large
Fibroids do not typically cause problems with fertility unless they are very large and are located submucosally In fact myomectomy or the removal of a fibroid without removing the uterus has more associated blood loss than a hysterectomy and therefore is not generally recommended for improving fertility except in rare circumstances Historically treatment consisted of removal of the uterus and fibroids remain the number one reason for hysterectomy Other treatment options include GnRh agonists like Depo- Lupron to shrink the tumors However it is limited to 6 months of use secondary to causing menopausal symptoms and is only temporary as the tumors will start to regrow once the medicine is stopped It may be used to help decrease the size of the tumor prior to surgery In addition other modalities include radio-frequency ablation levonorgestrel containing
mark saunders mdObstetrics amp Gynecology Personal Care801-692-1429drsaundersobgyncom
About the Author
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas are the most common benign tumors found in
women They typically occur in women between 25-50 years of age and are frequently associated with irregular bleeding pain pressure painful intercourse and a feeling of fullness In fact nearly a 13 of Afro- American women and 16th of Caucasians have fibroids Despite this only a fraction of women display symptoms as the majority of leiomyomas are usually asymptomatic
Fibroids are formed by an abnormal motosis of smooth muscle cells that make up the muscular portion of the uterus They grow in response to estrogen and can become very large If you get one fibroid the odds are that you will likely have several As you get beyond the years of menopause the fibroids usually will shrink as estrogen levels decline Only about 1 percent of fibroids become malignant tumors known as leiomyosarcomas
Fibroids are classified based on size and location The most common locale is within the wall of the muscle of the uterus These are called intramural fibroids and most often are totally asymptomatic because they are somewhat hidden within the wall However if they become very large they can cause problems Subserosal fibroids are located under the subserosal layer that is otherwise called the visceral peritoneum or the layer of the gut that lines the organs inside the abdomen Since these tumors are located far away from the endometrium they too are
Advisor Womens Healthgtgt
BenigntumorsAffect Utah Womenhow uterine fibroids impact your life and how to deal with it
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 33 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
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The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
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Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
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unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Taylor Swift looked amazing on the Red Carpet with her soft bun and tuck hair style SheaMoistures Organic Coconut amp Hibiscus Hold amp Shine Moisture Mist will enhance this style by adding silk protein to strengthen hair and smoothness and silkiness Before the final tuck and roll lightly spray with Mist to the ends to seal and reduce frizz
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Kerry Washington of Django Unchained and the TV hit Scandal looks great with her soft fringe bangs For added hydration and sheen this red carpet lsquodo would be a true winner with SheaMoisturersquos Raw Shea Butter Reconstructive Elixir After heat styling a light even spray with the Elixir will seal in moisture and add as how stopping shine
No matter what time of year your hair is constantly being damaged in some way shape or form Whether it be from sun damage and chlorine in the summer dullness and static during the winter or simply just breakage from over-styling year round your hair is constantly in need of moisture and essential vitamins
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Perfect Shine Hydrating Lip Gloss is available in a selection of expertly created (and delicious sounding) shadesmdashBubble Gum Peachy Cream Strawberry Soda Pink Lemonade and Rose Blushmdashdesigned to complement a wide range of skin tones Each provides sheer coverage and looks gorgeous worn alone or over a favorite lipstick
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
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summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
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Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
For a limited time Just
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special 0 financing on your
Gummy Bear lsquoPractically Pain
Free Rapid Recoveryrsquo Breast
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Theyrsquore Finally Here Sientrareg
lsquoGummy Bearrsquo Implants
Just In Time For Summer
The latest breast implant technology - for a safer more natural
looking result
Actual Client
Dr Kirk Moore is the first Plastic Surgeon in Utah to offer to those
that qualify the new ldquoGummy Bearrdquo Sientra implants with his exclusive
Practically Pain-Free Rapid Recovery Breast augmentation procedure
The new Sientrareg Gummy Bear technology combined with Dr Moorersquos specialzed practically
pain free technique offers his patients the most advanced breast augmentation procedure
available in todayrsquos market Make the most of your
summer with the confidence yoursquoll gain thanks to
Dr Kirk Moore and Just The Right Curves
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customized before and after photos suited to your
unique body type
Itrsquos time to achieve the perfect you 0F I N A N C I N G
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 31 FacebookcomHealthyMag
hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
32 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
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Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
34 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-528-6811kirk Moore MD | Just The Right Curves
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-418-8172trenton c Jones MD | Cascade Cosmetic Surgery Center
D e n TA L cO s M e T i c 8012620744Rodney s Gleave DMD | Cosmetic amp Implant Dental Arts
D e n TA L FA M i LY 801-829-1756Joe Maio DDS | Apex Family Dental
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P r e G n A n c Y b A b Y 877-UcB-StEMEliott Spencer phD co-Owner | Utah Cord Bank
W e i G H T LO s s 801-656-2717 Denise hall-carter cEO Owner | Salus Lifestyles
W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
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YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
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D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
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ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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healthy eatingThe foods we eat shape our bodies and
minds and have a huge impact on how
prone we are to disease The good news is
that we can lower the risk of or even reverse
many of these issues by eating a healthy
diet based on a variety of nutritious
foods from the healthy
eating pyramid
Eating Right
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 29 FacebookcomHealthyMag
fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
30 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
gtgt
DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
36 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
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Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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s P i n e c A r e s u r G e r YScoTT ADeLmAn mDThe Smart Clinic801- 676-7632See online uthealthcomsmartclinic
s K i n c A r eDougLASS forSHA mDSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456 See online southvalleydermatologycom
W e i G H T LO s skeLLi beHLe founDerMD Diet Utahcompany phone 801-293-3100See online uthealthcommddiet
O r T H O D O n T i c sbrAnDon w fAirbAnkSDmDFairbanks Orthodontics801-766-4660See online uthealthcomfairbanks
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDTreVor mAgee mDSalt Lake Regional The Center for Precision Joint Replacement866-431-WEll (9355)See online uthealthcomslregional
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D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
A n e s T H e s i O LO G YSLoAn TAYLor mDWomens Oblation Services972-897-4475See online uthealthcomsloantaylor
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopes
c H i r O P r A c T i cSHAnnon pAriSi DcSuzAnne cronin DcSalt Lake Chiropractic801-907-1894See online chirosaltlakecom
F u n c T i O n A L M e D i c i n eJoSHuA JAmeS reDD Dc ndash cHiroprAcTic pHYSiciAnRedRiver Health and Wellness Center801-446-2822See online uthealthcomredd
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fifty GRaMS OF SUGaR in thE avERaGE 16-Oz EnERGy DRink
OR SWEEtEnED tEa thatrsquoS OvER thREE taBlESpOOnS a
12-Oz can OF SODa cOntainS 35 GRaMS
Source webmdcom
WArrior or WeAklingspring weekends bring out the athlete in all of us but does Monday morning find you the weekend weakling Weekend workouts are good for your health and enjoyment mdash when you do them wisely but if you find yourself spending all week making up for the weekend maybe you need some nutritional and physical training
Fat-freeSIMPLE SoLUtIon
Fat free doesnrsquot equal calorie free the term means that in a set portion the amount of fat is so low you donrsquot have to worry
about it however this doesnrsquot include any requirements for calories a food that is fat
free could still contain carbohydrates or protein making it a source of calories
Food FocusDinner entertain-ment mdash music TV even conversations mdash could all being unhealthy distrac-tions Accord-ing to research distractions during meals may lead you to eat more than you usually would One study found that women who listened to a story while eating ate a significantly higher amount of calories than when they were focused on eating So to limit your caloric intake put down the remote control take a seat at the dinner table for a change and enjoy a peaceful meal
Take NoTe of
egg-cellaNT cholesTerolEggs have been known for containing high amount of cholesterol but some new research on that topic should make you egg-cited According to he US Department of Agriculture a large egg today only has 185 milligrams of cholesterol down from the 215 milligrams an egg contained 10 years ago An egg today also has 41 international units of vitamin D much higher than the 25 international units measured years ago Researchers believe the changes are probably due to changes in the henrsquos diets or the way they are bred Eggs have gotten healthier all around so enjoy your omelet guilt free Source US Dept of agriculture
For morE ENErgyload up on low-fat high carbohydrate foods mdash about 60 percent of your calories mdash to keep you moving
bullnon-fat yogurtbullcereal fruit and milkbullpasta or soup with a whole-grain bagelbullwhole-grain muffins and skim milk
For morE FluidsStay hydrated before and after your workouts with these tips
bull2 HourS Before Drink 2 cups of fluidbull10ndash15 MinS Before Drink 25 cups
of fluidbullevery 15 MinS after Drink 5 cups
of fluid
hyperacTive food coloriNgHave a hyperactive child Artificial food coloring may be to blame Several studies have shown that food coloring has a connection to hyperactivity in children The results are enough to raise concern since food coloring is used in a variety of foods in order to make them appear more appetizing However because of the many studies that show no connection the FDA voted down the proposal to have food coloring warnings listed on some foods Source fdagov
food in the know
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Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
w r I T T E n B y h E a lT h y m ag a z I n E
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
copyA
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s Rod
rigu
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Dre
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ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
40 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Have you noticed your waistline
expanding due to fast food
eating out and eating on the
run About 60 percent of Americans go
out to eat at least once a week 25 per-
cent eat out five or more times a week
Furthermore how many times have
you grabbed a quick bite while running
out the door A pop-tart or a slice of
white bread perhaps Maybe a quick
stop through McDonalds drive-thru for
a breakfast burrito No time poor plan-
ning and unhealthy food choices on
a regular basis increases risks for dis-
eases like diabetes heart disease some
cancers hypertension and obesity If
youre motivated to choose a healthier
way of eating there are better options
when eating on the go or eating out
dont supersize your meAl Youll be eating more fat salt
sugar and cholesterol Think
small Remember over the past
two decades obesity in adults and
children has dramatically increased
as food portions have increased
try grilled not fried Fried foods
contain about 50 percent more fat
andor calories than grilled Eat
french fries sporadically and try
substituting with a salad (with low fat
or fat free dressing)
Avoid All-you-CAn-eAt restAurAnts Enough said on that one
on The go
tips to Eat bEttEr
What is one of the most effective ways
tO SaBOtaGE yOUR DiEt FOR Many a FaSt-pacED
liFE haS cREatED a REcipE FOR DiSaStER
w r I T T E n B y m E l I S S a g a r c I a
split your order with a friend
This will save you money and calories
Bring heAlthy grAB-And-go snACks to Work string cheese
dried fruit carrots fresh fruit
whole wheat crackers cottage
cheese and low-fat popcorn
drink WAter insteAd Did you
know that a 16-ounce soft drink
adds 200 calories to a meal A
medium chocolate shake 350
calories Of course another option
would be washing that meal down
with a glass of low-fat milk
hold the sAuCe Did you know that
a spoonful of mayonnaise has 100
calories If youre going to order
a sandwich hold the mayo and
add mustard instead Same with a
hamburger hold the sauce but add
mustard and ketchup Try a fish
sandwich without tartar sauce an
extra 70 calories
Just remember to strategize my friends
Plan ahead Life is busy but dont com-
promise your health and your quality
of life for sugary trans-fat-laden foods
Your nutrition should be top priority
About the authorMelissa is a Personal Trainer at Treehouse Athletic Club She can be reached by calling 801-553-0123
food [ HealtHy cHoices ]
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hEalthy REcipES
sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
The chocolatey oneingredients6 oz SnackWellrsquos chocolate cherry non-Fat yogurt14 cup skim milk1 banana3 large ice cubes
Blend together Serve chilled
food[ HealtHy cHoices ]
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 35 FacebookcomHealthyMag
In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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sEnsationalsmoothiEsa hEalthy BREakFaSt altERnativEtired of eggs and oatmeal for breakfast take a break from traditional morning meals and prepare a healthy delicious smoothie a smoothie is a blended beverage that is typically made with milk andor yogurt and flavorings mdash and also fruit Smoothies are so easy to prepare which makes them a great option if yoursquore pressed for time Both recipes serve two but donrsquot feel guilty if you go in for seconds theyrsquore that good for you
The fruity oneingredients12 cup blueberries12 cup strawberries12 cup blackberries1 medium carrot1 cup low-fat milk1 cup pomegranate (cranberry is an okay substitute)2 cups ice cubes
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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gtgt
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gtgt
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 39 FacebookcomHealthyMag
MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 41 FacebookcomHealthyMag
Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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thus the mother of the body is the small intestine Traditionally we donrsquot think of this organ as warm and fuzzy like
a real mom but the small intestine is where we absorb virtually
all our nourishment
The small intestines contain a host of momrsquos natural helpers called
acidophilus or probiotics Acidophilus (one of several friendly bacteria)
helps you digest food We need all the help we can get with all the
preservatives people eat these days If treated right probiotics help us
take up vitamins and break down foods so we can absorb their nutri-
ents to be healthy and strong
motherrsquos natural helpersWhen you think of your mother naturally you
think of one who nurtures and nourishes written by david r card
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s Rod
rigu
ez |
Dre
amst
ime
com
Some may ask ldquoIs it us or themrdquo Well I think it is us
because when taking
antibiotics like many
people do most of the
friendly bacteria are killed
off and we are left with
just us Thatrsquos how we set
ourselves up for disease
and how drug companies
profit
iF you havE takEN aNtibiotics your
momrsquos helpers are mostly
depleted and need some
assistance on the front
line of digestion Get to
your local health food
store to purchase the two
colonizing helpers called
Lactobacillus acidophilus
and Bifidobacteria Lacto-
bacillus lives in the small
intestine and helps digest
foods while Bifidobacteria
lives in the large intestine
and helps detoxify and
protect the body ldquoslumrdquo
until the toxins are
expelled
EatiNg yogurt or othEr FErmENtEd Foods that are ldquoliverdquo
increases momrsquos natural
helpers These healthy
treats need to be eaten
often and enjoyed
Just likE mom thEsE bactEria also protEct us (as research shows)
with antibiotic properties
Have you ever seen an
angry mom (Dude pay
attention) Lactobacillus
acidophilus is one of
the most aggressive and
territorial creatures in
existence It secretes acids
and a variety of chemicals
to keep its territory Good
thing shersquos on our side
Sound nice Therersquos more Research shows that
acidophilus gets rid of
tumors and inhibits
cancer by detoxifying and
even preventing carcino-
genic chemicals Thank
your momrsquos helpers again
because they also reduce
cholesterol so you wonrsquot
have to go on statin drugs
that affect the liver and
may eat muscle tissue
othEr rEsEarch shows that the friendly bacteria
may reduce or prevent
osteoporosis by allowing
the body to absorb calcium
and other important bone-
building minerals Mom
knows what to do so pay
attention and eat your
friendly bacteria or like
yoursquove heard before ldquoChil-
dren will starve in Indiahelliprdquo
or something like that
mom always rEmiNdEd mE to Eat EvErythiNg
on my plate keep my
mouth closed while
chewing and get some
friendly bacteria Be good
to yourself
happy mothErrsquos day
for more information on acidophilus visit wwwdavesHealthcom
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DIET RIGHTgtgt food natural
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Bring Thailand to your dinner table with this amazing food2-3 servings PreP Time 40 minuTes
IngrEDIEnTS
1-12 cup chinese chives (optional)
1 egg
4teaspoonsfishsauce
3 cloves minced garlic
12 teaspoon ground dried chili pepper
ground pepper
12 lime
2 tablespoons peanuts (optional)
1 tablespoon preserved turnip (optional)
1 minced shallots
12-14 lb shrimp (optional)
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
12 package thai rice noodles
13cupextrafirmtofu
2 tablespoon cooking oil
1-13 cup bean sprouts (optional)
12bananaflower(Optional)
food chef support
Pad Thai PrEParaTIonStart with soaking the dry noodles in lukewarm or room temperature water while preparing the other ingredients Getting the noodles just right is the trickiest part of making Pad Thai Make sure that the noodles are submerged in plenty of water By the time you are ready to put ingredients in the pan the noodles should be flexible but not mushy Julienne tofu and cut into 1 inch long matchsticks When cut the super firm tofupressed tofu should have a mozzarella cheese consistency You can fry the tofu separately until golden brown and hard or you can fry with other ingredients below
Cut the Chinese chives into 1 inch long pieces Set aside a few fresh chives for a garnish Rinse the bean sprouts and save half for serving fresh Mince shallot and garlic together
cookIngUse a wok If you do not have a wok any big pot will do Heat it up on high heat and pour oil in the wok Fry the peanuts until toasted and remove them from the wok The peanuts can be toasted in the pan without oil as well Add shallot preserved turnip garlic and tofu and stir them until they start to brown The noodles should be flexible but not expanded at this point
Drain the noodles and add to the wok Stir quickly to keep things from sticking Add tamarind sugar fish sauce and chili pepper Stir The heat
should remain high If your wok is not hot enough you will see a lot of juice in the wok at this point Turn up the heat if it is the caseMake room for the egg by pushing all noodles to the side of the wok Crack the egg onto the wok and scramble it until it is almost all cooked Fold the egg into the noodles The noodles should soft and chewy Pull a strand out and taste If the noodles are too hard (not cooked) add a little bit of water When you get the right taste add shrimp and stir Sprinkle white pepper around Add bean sprouts and chives Stir a few more times The noodles should be soft dry and very tangled
Pour onto the serving plate and sprinkle with ground pepper and peanuts Serve hot with the banana flower slice a wedge of lime on the side raw Chinese chives and raw bean sprouts on top
As always in Thailand condiments such as sugar chili pepper vinegar and fish sauce are available at your table for your personal taste Some people add more chili pepper or sugar at the table
wwwthaitablecom recipe contributed by natty netsuwan
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Utahns who are looking into vision correction procedures such as LASIK cataract surgery or ICL lens implants
now have an exciting new option the new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper In January 2013 Hoopes Vision relocated from their previous location in Sandy to a brand-new facility at 11820 South State Street in Draper Designed from the ground up for ophthalmology the 58000 square foot building features a LASIK surgery suite with more wavefront-optimized lasers on site than any other center in Utah The on-site ambulatory surgery center EyeSurg of Utah is the first surgery center in the United States to feature both the Optimedica Catalys and Alcon LenSx the first two devices approved by the FDA for performing laser cataract surgery
Staying at the forefront of vision correction technology has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision and the new building also houses a wing dedicated to research In this Clinical Research Department various clinical trials are under way at any given time helping find new and improved ways of correcting vision and making certain that patients have access to the safest most effective vision correction procedures available
A sight TO seeThe new Hoopes Vision clinic in Draper combines world-class doctors cutting edge equipment and fresh-baked cookies to create a new standard for eye care
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
All of this technology and surgical experience is in keeping with Hoopes Visionrsquos long standing goal to provide patients with the safest most advanced vision correction procedures available and to do so in an environment of warm personalized patient care Patients and visitors who visit Hoopes Visionrsquos new facility are pleasantly surprised by the hundreds of beautiful works of art adorning the walls the massage chairs in the laser surgery suite the complimentary bottled water and fresh-baked cookies and the welcoming demeanor of the clinic staff
If you are interested in seeing the new Hoopes Vision building for yourself please attend the free open house and Grand Opening ceremony to be held on
Saturday May 18th at 1100 am Call (801) 568-0200 for more details
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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In addition the new office features an expanded and improved clinic area for pre- and post-operative examinations Even with all the lasers and all the surgical expertise at the disposal of Hoopes Visionrsquos surgeons a LASIK cataract or Visian ICL procedure is only as good as the preoperative testing on which it is based For this reason accuracy and thoroughness in preoperative testing has always been a high priority at Hoopes Vision Patients benefit from a very extensive pre-surgical examinationndashfactors such as refractive error corneal curvature and thickness corneal tissue strength higher-order aberrations and wavefront mapping are tested by highly-trained technicians using the most advanced equipment available
This testing enables Hoopes Visionrsquos doctors to determine who is a good candidate for vision correction surgery Equally important it allows them to determine which of their wide range of procedures will give each patient the best result Whether the best result for a patientrsquos unique eyes and vision needs is custom blade-free LASIK or PRK implantation of the Visian ICL or laser-assisted cataract surgery or clear lens exchange the wealth of experience and technology at the new Hoopes Vision promises the best possible result
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 45 FacebookcomHealthyMag
wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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a database of 5000 melanoma features giving a score as to the level of risk of the lesion And it is 983 percent accurate By comparison experienced dermatologists are able to pick out melanomas only 80+ percent of the time This represents a big advance in early melanoma detection and is expected to save many lives
In the area of treatment besides surgical excision other modalities including creams are used in the management of skin cancer
The key to prevention is protection from the UV rays coming from the sun Sunscreen and sunblock have been available for decades But now there are clothing options for patients where the fabric has an SPF of 30 wet or dry And a new oral agent Heliocare (non-prescription) can function as a sort of sun screen in pill form In combination with sun block and the use of broad-brimmed hats this can help patients protect their skin and prevent skin cancer
hard or thickened area of the skin It is also associated with sun exposure especially in fair-skinned individuals It too can most often be cured with surgery if caught early
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer Fortunately it is also the most rare But the incidence of melanoma is rising at an alarming rate Melanoma is the type of skin cancer most often associated with a dark spot or mole on the skin These lesions often have multiple colors and are asymmetrical with jagged borders The ABCDand E rule applies to melanoma This refers to the various features of a lesion that would make it more likely to possibly be a melanoma Asymmetry Borders (jagged) Color (black blue multiple shades of brown) Diameter (larger than a pencil eraser) and Evolution (changes with the passage of time in any given mole or pigmented growth) Unfortunately melanoma if not caught early can often be deadly
Fortunately there is a new technology available that allows the dermatologist to evaluate moles without removing them called Melafind South Valley Dermatology was the first clinic in the 3-state region (Utah Wyoming Nevada) to obtain this device It takes 10 separate photographs of a single mole and then compares the images to
dr douglass forshaSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456southvalleydermatologycom
About the Author
Both The Centers for Disease Control and The American Academy of Dermatology have designated May as Skin Cancer
Awareness Month Besides serving as a reminder to perform a self-skin exam it is also a great opportunity to go to one of the free skin cancer screenings or schedule a total skin exam with your dermatologist
As baby boomers age and as young people choose to spend more and more time outdoors and go tanning rates of all types of skin cancer continue to rise As with most types of cancer early detection is the main key to being able to achieve a cure
The 3 main types of skin cancer include basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma Basal cell usually manifests as a shiny bump with a raised edge and a tendency for the lesion to bleed This is the most common type of skin cancer President and Mrs Reagan had this type of skin cancer during his presidency All of their years in the California sun certainly contributed to their development of the disease If detected early basal cell can be cured in nearly all cases
Squamous cell carcinoma most frequently manifests as a rough scaly
Advisor skin cAregtgt
Skin Cancersand Answershow to identify and prevent basal cell carcinoma squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
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Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Sometimes excessive anxiety before a stressful task such as a presentation can lead to disaster Yoursquore on stage Your palms are sweating And suddenly yoursquove forgotten your entire speech
MInD oveR
MAtteR
Systemized
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 49 FacebookcomHealthyMag
dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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MInD oveR
MAtteR
systemized
the problemmdashanxietymdashis rooted in our minds how we perceive ourselves others and the situation itself however the solution comes from the same source psychologists say
ldquoYour body responds to your thoughtsrdquo says Nicole Detling a performance psychologist who runs Salt Lake City-based HeadStrong Consulting Over the last 14 years Detling has worked with a variety of clients from real estate agents and medical professionals to dancers musicians and even Olympians Regardless of the situation she says your mental preparation will influence the outcome
ldquoEverything we do every day is a performancerdquo she says and the way we handle ourselves and our thoughts when stressful situations arise often determines whether we sink or swim
One of the first things to do before a performance of any kind be it a one-on-one job interview or a concert with hundreds in the audience is to check in with yourself and look for signs of stress Detling says Sometimes anxiety manifests subtlymdashyour heart might race or your palms might begin to sweat These symptoms arenrsquot necessarily serious but they are hallmarks of strain conscious or no
These symptoms donrsquot necessarily make stress an illness Good stress called eustress by psychologists can motivate additional preparation and better performance in some situations
ldquoA little anxiety is a good thing because it means this is important to yourdquo Detling says
This doesnrsquot always work for everyone When anxiety inspires distress causing you to imagine failures and worst-case scenarios it may be more helpful to resolve the tension and re-take control
Deep breathing exercises are a good place to start according to Detling Itrsquos especially important to focus on breathing from the diaphragm because our breaths tend to becomes shallow when we are under stress
ldquoShallow breaths deprive your body of oxygen and will increase tensionrdquo Detling says
Once you have regained physical controlmdasha step that should never be discounted according to Detling because ldquoyou canrsquot control anything about your performance if yoursquore not in control of yourselfrdquomdashitrsquos time to turn your attention to your thoughts Instead of worrying about the worst-case scenario and the myriad of things that could go wrong look for reasons you will succeed
ldquoYou are going to find what you look forrdquo Detling says ldquoIf you look for reasons yoursquore going to fail yoursquoll find them If you look for reasons why you are going to succeed you will find themrdquo
This could be as simple as reminding yourself that you would not be in the situation were you not capable of managing it Detling says You would not be invited to speak on a topic if you had nothing of value to say
While Detling says this change of internal dialog is a good starting point for many not every technique works for every individual
Visualization is another technique often used to relieve situation-based anxiety according to Kama Hiner a professional counselor whose private practice is located in Boise
ldquoThe mind is a very powerful thingrdquo Hiner says ldquoand it doesnrsquot really know the difference between a real thing and an imaginary thingrdquo
Because the mind doesnrsquot discriminate between real-life events and imagined events visualizing yourself succeeding in a stressful situation can be as effective as physically rehearsing that situation Hiner says But it has to be done correctly for the visualization to work
ldquoThe effect depends on how believable the visualization is to yourdquo Hiner says ldquoIf you get distracted you wonrsquot be creating a strong enough imagerdquo
To make the image have greater impact Hiner suggests imagining the entire situation from start to finish in detail What are you wearing What is the temperature in the room As you do so imagine yourself completing the task confidently and calmly Then run through the visualization in your mind again
ldquoPractice this way 20 times in your mindrdquo Hiner says ldquoand your brain will think you have practiced it in person 20 timesrdquo
Regardless of the method used the key to effective mental preparation is changing your focus from negative thoughts about the possibility of failure to positive thoughts about the possibility of success according to Detling
ldquoYou get what you set yourself up forrdquo she says
Systemized
how to boost your confidence in any situation
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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ldquoTime is A gAme PlAyed beAuTifully by childrenrdquo - heraclitus
tAkIng BACk tIMe
systemized
focus on resultsWe need to shift our thinking from hours worked to results produced according to Robert Pozen Harvard Business School professor global financier and author
Some people do things just to be doing something and donrsquot reflect on priorities Pozen describes their approach as ldquoReady fire aimrdquo
A focus on results produced demands forming goals you want to accomplish Be careful to not get bogged down by schedules and the demands of others because this means less time working on your highest goals
Put your subconsciousto WorkComplex situations can overload our cognitive resources according to Marcia Reynolds author of Outsmart Your Brain Taking a break lets the subconscious do its valuable work
ldquoWhen you sleep on a problem or distract yourself with mindless television cooking grooming yourself or exercise you give your unconscious a chance to sort through possible solutions using your long-term memory bankrdquo she says
donrsquot seeTime as Money
How often do fathers explain to their teens that time is money How many times do we tell it to ourselves
The fact is that time is not always money and thinking otherwise can hurt our wellbeing
The University of Torontorsquos Sanford Devoe found that thinking of time in terms of money changes how you experience time
ldquoWhat thinking about time in terms of money does is press individuals to evaluate happiness based on the economic returns of timerdquo he says ldquowhen in reality there are many different facets of value that are important to take into consideration when evaluating happinessrdquo
Devoe says itrsquos important to remind yourself to stop thinking about time in terms of money when off the clock
ldquoIf yoursquore at your sonrsquos soccer game and yoursquore thinking about how much itrsquos costing you remind yourself that one of the reasons you work so hard is so that yoursquore able to enjoy these moments of leisurerdquo he says
Teach your kids the value of time he says but remember that other factors like enjoyment and whether or not other people have value in the experience are also important
Wise Quotes About Time
Life moVeS To THe SounD of Tick AnD Tock iT cAn proViDe THe meTer for Your LifersquoS beAuTifuL SYmpHonY or be THe morTifYing rHYTHm of A JAwS-Like impenDing Doom
Here iS How To conTroL Time To mAke iT YourS
ldquoTime you enjoy wasting is not wasted
timerdquo- Marthe troly-curtin
ldquoTime is what we want mostbut what we use worstrdquo - William penn
ldquoThe future is something which everyone reaches at the rate of sixty minutes an hour whatever he does whoever he isrdquo - cS lewis
ldquothey always say time changes things but you actually have to change them yourselfrdquo - andy Warhol
we need to shift our
thinking from hours
worked to results produced
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
50 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Keep it fix it burn it lose it So many choices when it comes tohellip stuff
And your choices are far from trivial Cluttered space and disorganization make life feel muddled can turn a sentimental home into an unfeeling stockpile and can be a sign of serious mental issues Herersquos how to evaluate yourself and get on the road to serenity which isnrsquot as long as you might think
Are you a Hoarder___________________________
Most of us suffer from bouts of disorganization but when is it a real problem
There are three generally accepted qualifications of hoarders They acquire things in excessive amounts they have difficulty discarding things even when they are no longer useful or needed and have difficulty organizing possessions Hoarders sometimes give a kind of sensibility to inanimate objects Other hoarders just find comfort in their stuff
Linda Richards CPO-CD a professional organizer in Cottonwood Heights Utah says that hoarding is often characterized by mounting clutter that creates chaos and approaches being unsafe
will always find the blanket where you donrsquot want it The blanket needs a closet or a shelf of some kind as a home just like you need a home
bull Decide boundaries and limits on stuff When you are shopping make sure your potential purchases have a home before you buy them
Richards recalls one person who had 82 of the same exact piece of clothing same size color and everything It was his favorite piece of clothing but he couldnrsquot find it so often than he kept buying more and more
Another time Richards informed a woman that she had seven of the same kitchen appliance She resolutely declared she only had two until Richards was able to display all seven
no Time___________________________
Richards says one reason why people let clutter go on and on is because they are scared of the time commitment it may take to clean For this reason she sets timers for people from 5 minutes to 30 minutes
ldquoThis erases the fear that it will take foreverrdquo she says ldquoAnd it stops them from taking too longrdquo
She says messy people often arenrsquot good with time management Some will start a task saying it will take five minutes and it takes two hours Others say a task will take all day when it only will take an hour
Richardsrsquo advice makes one thing clear cleanliness often starts in the mind It is about making a decision in your head being realistic about time commitment and being confident that you can be organized
hoARDIng SoRtIng AnD SCRAppIng
Furthermore rooms in a house stop being used for their intended purposes For example a spare bedroom gets filled with messiness instead of guests or the dining room table becomes a place for papers and letters instead of food
Hoarders also often carry other mental issues About half of all compulsive hoarders have either a major depressive disorder anxiety or social phobia according to Scientific American
But hoarders donrsquot fit in a mold Despite the physical and mental issues many compulsive hoarders live typical lives with normal jobs and family ties only slightly ruffled by an overabundance of things But then there are people like the lady with 100 living cats in her home and 67 dead ones in her freezer
The Institute for Challenging Disorganization developed a Clutter-Hoarding Scale for organization professionals to be able to assess the problems of clients and the potential safety issues The levels go from 1 to 5 with 3 being the border between clutter and hoarding When a person reaches higher levels safety and sanitation are issues and health professionals are called in and possibly psychologists
not a Hoarder But feel On the Border___________________________
The truth is that most of us can relate to hoarders Some collected marbles as children Your son may collect basketball cards You have stuff you donrsquot want to throw away even though you know it isnrsquot worth anything
Individual disorganization falls on a spectrum Hoarders fall on one side but a habitually
messy desk falls on the other Messiness isnrsquot hoarding and neither is collecting Thatrsquos humanity
But even if a person isnrsquot hoarding there are a host of negative aspects tied to disorganization that go beyond appearance it affects relationships confidence and anxiety to mention just a few things
Richards says a key indicator of a clutter problem comes from social life when clutter blocks interaction with peers
ldquoFor some people they want to socialize but feel so embarrassedrdquo she says
Richards calls this the chOaS syndrome canrsquot have anyone Over Syndrome
solutions___________________________
Donrsquot be tricked into thinking that getting organized is simply a matter of getting off your heiny That is a key part yes but certain principles are vital principles that many just never learn
here are some organization essentials from richards
bull Understand that you have to make decisions about which things you want to keep and which things are required to keep Most piles of clutter are from a lack of decision You need to answer these questions What do I do with this Where does it go Where is its home
bull For the keepers they all need a home Find a space for each possession that you need Things without a real home quickly become clutter again and again Example a blanket If your attitude is ldquoI will just fold this and put it on the couchrdquo you
you probably have a problembut thatrsquos okay
Scientific American estimates that between 5 and 14 million people in the US are compulsive hoarders their average age being 50
5 -14million
get organized systemized
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Feng Shuisystemized
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Look around Take in your
space Do you see order or disorder Feng Shui
(pronounced fung shway) is the art of order ndash
the proper use of space Itrsquos a Chinese discipline
that teaches us how to enhance our life energy
(called lsquochirsquo) and is largely based on our space
allocation and arrangement
In other words your decorating style impacts
multiple aspects of your life If your office or
home environment borders on ordered chaos or
randomly placed furniture and stacks of stuff itrsquos
a good bet your finances and family your health
and emotional well-being are just as chaotic
ldquoEveryone knows that when you dont have
your health it seems like everything else is out
of balancerdquo writes Karen Rauch Carter feng
shui consultant and author of the best-selling
book lsquoMove Your Stuff Change Your Lifersquo
ldquoThe center or heart of your home is such a
special place It holds your physical energies
Some homes feel like there is no heart and it
usually shows in the people who live thererdquo
observes Carter
There are things you can add to your home to
help it have heart Carter suggests adding the
following components
Earth The earth elements reign supreme in
the home so feel free to load it up A live plant
that is growing in some fresh soil can really
improve your energies for health and balance I
also like using a plant because it actually needs
attention and nurturing If you nurture the
plant the universe will repay you in kind
YEllows and Earth tonEs Sometimes all it takes is a simple shift in
color to bring about a dramatic shift in energy
Adding yellows and even more bland earth
tones to your health and balance zone can
improve your health chi Try a pot of fresh
yellow mums in a pot of real earth
laughtEr Laughter is the best medicine
Add something that tickles your funny bone in
the center of your space to hold a light-hearted
energy for your health
squarEs and Flat stuFF Squares and flat items exude the energetic
movement that works well in this area so
lets say a flat square stone coffee table
would be about perfect Mix and match with
these shapes to get what feels right for you
rEligious objEcts Some people like
having a reminder of the higher forces of the
universe around and the center is one of the
better places to put them The religious style
or symbolism doesnt matter -- the intention
behind it does If the symbol is made of
stone so much the better
6 FEng shui tipsthese suggestions will help you start incorporating feng shui into your home office and life
1 a cluttered and messy environment keeps energy from flowing properly start off by cleaning your home or office and getting rid of anything that is no longer useful
2 if anything is in need of repair simply fix it or throw it away
3 take care of the little things that have been piling up such as bills and letters doing this allows you to start with a clean slate and helps you gain a renewed sense of clarity
4 use plants in your environment as well and keep them healthy well-fed and watered plants with round leaves are preferable to other varieties
5 drafts should also be cut off as they can carry away money and cause health problems
6 avoid excessive overhead light and keep sharp-cornered objects to a minimum
How order and
organization
affect our
HealtH
wrITTEn By hEalThy magazInE
44 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Benefits to getting organized
and Slowing Down
6systemized
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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wrITTEn By laUra wITTmann
tHere are many benefits to becoming organized but lets concentrate on tHe six tHat Have made tHe biggest impact on my life since i began my own journey 5 years ago
it was the birth of my youngest son
that sparked a desire in me to simplify and
slow down mdash not so I could pack even more
into my day but so I could really enjoy all
the benefits that simplicity and organization
have to offer Now that Irsquom addicted to the
ldquohighrdquo that comes with it I want to help
others get ldquohookedrdquo along with me
So today letrsquos talk about the rewards and
in future posts here at Organizing Your Way
wersquoll talk about how to get there
1 Find what You nEEd and whEn You nEEd itImagine not having to waste time searching
for something day in and day out Imagine
not being late for an appointment because
your keys were right where they were
suppose to be in their designated spot To not
lose your mind trying to find something you
need in a hurry is absolutely freeing
2 MonEY in Your pockEtWhen you can find what you need when you
need it means you wonrsquot be wasting valuable
dollars replacing the items you cannot find
Not only do duplicate purchases cost you
precious dollars but they also add to your
clutter load as well
3 bEttEr hEalthStress caused from disorganization and
busyness plays out in so many ways In a
recent Martha Stewart Living article Dr
David Spiegel explained that our bodies react
by releasing stress hormones adrenaline
and cortisol the lungs take in more air and
heart rate and blood pressure rise If stress
becomes constant it can lead to headaches
trouble sleeping lack of concentration and
weight gain or loss It can also increase the
bodyrsquos susceptibility to infections
I know this to be true because at the height
of my busyness my cortisol levels were
through the roof I experienced many of the
side effects listed plus many many more At
the time I thought this was normal Slowing
down and simplifying taught me that it isnrsquot
4 MorE tiME For down tiMEBusyness is not an indication of success
When you become more organized and
efficient at handling your day-to-day affairs
the natural tendency is to want to fill
that extra time with more stuff and more
activities However to maintain your sanity
it is important to recognize that down time
is a productive and worthwhile activity that
should be embraced
5 a grEat ExaMplE For Your kidsYou maintain the standards with the
examples you set By modeling the organized
behavior you want your children to emulate
you are teaching them the benefits of
organization and simplicity from a young
age so that it becomes a natural part of who
they are
6 lEss housEworkI have discovered that an uncluttered home
lends itself to less cleaning When everything
has a home clean up is suddenly a snap
Less clutter means less time managing
corralling and cleaning that clutter and that
my friends is a very sweet reward
The rewards of organization are many
Are you ready to take the journey
Laura is a wife and mother to three great kids Canada and is an addict of al l things organiz-ing You can find her blogging regularly at I rsquom an Organizing Junkie - wwworgjunkie com - and her organizing book Clutter Rehab 101 Organizing Tips amp Tr icks to Become an Organization Junkie and Love It
46 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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you could even apply this principle to more unconventional dinners
you might even serve it all mixed up in a bowl except for the cookie That would be gross
Busy people struggle to create consistently healthy meals because consistency demands efficient planning shopping and cookingmdasha tall order for any person especially a parent A secret to success is the dinner plate turn it into a nutrition pie chart as per the new MyPlate recommendations from the USDA and the weekrsquos dining falls into place
DIvIDeAnDConqUeRwrit ten by emmA Penrod
systemized
healthy meal planning for those with too much on their plate Steamed
Veggies
FreshFruit
FrenchFries
One OversizedCoffee with ExtraWhipped Cream
GrilledChicken
Scrambled Eggs
BrownRice
WholeWheatToast
Steak
This works for breakfast tooexample
According to the mayo clinic using this visualization can help plan healthy meals with adequate portions of important food groups for example
nOT
nOT
BroccoliRed PeppersCarrots and
Green Onions Spicy PeanutButter Sauce
BrownRice
Chocolate hasanti-oxidants OK
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
48 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Yoursquoll find that some of the items on your list are healthy staples in your familyrsquos diet Rice for example or potatoes If you find your family eats certain meats or vegetables often you might add these to your list of staples Keep these staples on hand and replace them as needed when they run out Most staples keep well if stored in a cool dry area Meats and vegetables can be frozenmdashif you donrsquot like processed foods purchase fresh and freeze them yourself
To keep track of your staple supplies glue a small notepad to a magnet and keep it on your fridge When you notice you are running low on a certain staple such as oatmeal jot it down When itrsquos time to go to the store take your notepad from the fridge quickly plan out your meals using the plate diagram and add the extra ingredients you need to the list yoursquove already started Add additional items for any unplanned meals such as cereal for breakfast or apples for lunches and snacks and there you have itmdashan instant healthy shopping list
The nice thing about the plate diagram is that it not only helps illustrate a healthy well-balanced meal but can also help plan your familyrsquos weekly meals fill-in-the-blank style Just imagine a week as a series of seven MyPlates and fill in each spot on each plate with whatever suits your familyrsquos lifestyle
Once you have your meal plan in mind you can reverse-engineer the same diagram to make a shopping list
Shoppinglist
ChickenBeans
WalnutsRice
pastatomatoes
SpinachSweet potatoes
monDAY
weDneSnDAY
friDAY
tAke out
SATurDAY
SunDAY
TueSDAY
STApLeS SHopping LiSTbrown riceSteel-cut oatmealwhole-grain floursLentilswhole-wheat pastachicken breastsSalmonnutsbeansolive oilcoconut oilcooking wineVinegarsSoy sauceTomatoes saucpastefrozen vegetablesfruit dried or frozenSoups andor soup stocksDried herbs and spicesonionspotatoesgarlicHoneyDark chocolate
diagraming your dinner can also help you to simplify your daily routine or manage a tight grocery budget Just take a few extra minutes while you are planning to look for places you can use re-use common ingredients and leftovers throughout the week for example
For those in need of healthful meal-time inspiration there are a number of great interactive resource online One site wwwhealthyeatingorg which is sponsored by the Dairy council of california features a fun Food personality quiz that will offer healthy cooking and shopping ideas based on your own needs
tastes and lifestyle another site wwwnourishinteractivecom hosts an interactive meal planner that helps parents determine their childrenrsquos nutritional needs
SteamedVeggies
CornPeppers
AvocadosTomatoes
etc
DinnerRolls
Tortillas
GrilledChicken
Strips of Grilled
Chicken
this
can become this
the next night
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
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Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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ShARIngtheBURDenWhen going solo doesnrsquot work where to turn for weight loss
wrITTEn By Emma PEnroD
systemized
Consider one of the many juxtapositions of everyday American life diet and weight loss plans are easily as plentiful as fast food joints
yet one third of Americans are still obese
In fact according to the national Weight Control Registry most Americans are actually gaining weight Some 90 percent of us will attempt to lose weight but only 20 percent will successfully keep lost pounds off for life
Dieting and exercising alone work for some people but weight loss is often complicated Even with our best efforts sometimes the weight loss journey is a round trip back to our initial weight creating a frustrating weight-loss riddle that is difficult to solve alone
But who do we team up with Here we review the many types of outside help weight loss professionals whose specific areas of expertise offer needed ladders over the enormous variety of weight-loss barriers
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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dr Allen raderBariatric Physician____________________________
you might hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You are trying to lose 15 to 2O percent of your body weight
rsaquo You have a medical condition such as diabetes or insulin resistance that makes weight loss difficult
rsaquo You have trouble losing weight on your own and yoursquore not sure why
you might not hire a bariatric physician if
rsaquo You could achieve and remain at your ideal weight with diet and exercise alone
ldquoIf your weight loss stops with anything less than 15 percent there is probably more that could be achieved medicallyrdquo says Dr Rader an Idaho-based physician who has travelled internationally to present his weight loss methods to train fellow bariatric physicians
Bariatric physicians are specially trained and equipped to look for weight loss barriers such as insulin resistancemdasha relatively common reason for failed weight loss Dr Rader says They can take an individualrsquos body chemistry into account when creating a weight loss plan and can prescribe weight loss medications where appropriate
It is not uncommon for a physician to work as a team with other weight loss professionals according to Dr Rader When appropriate Dr Rader says he does refer patients to other professionals with specialties he believes will help his patients succeed
rhonda OrsquoBrien registered dietitian____________________________
you might hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You have a diet-related or digestive medical condition such as diabetes gluten intolerance or food allergies
rsaquo You need personalized solutions that become long-term eating habits
you might not hire a registered dietitian if
rsaquo You need to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You need medications or specialized food products to lose weight successfully
ldquoThis is going to take a bit longerrdquo says OrsquoBrien a dietitian who runs a private practice in Boise ldquobut it will help you develop good long-term habits
Dietitians generally help their clients re-learn how to feed themselves in the sense that they teach individuals how to cook foods that meet their specific nutritional needs while losing weight They create diet plans tailored specifically for each clientmdashtaking into account situations such as high cholesterol lifestyle even taste preferencemdashand then reinforce those plans with cooking lessons menu planning and recipes
It is important that prospective clients find a dietitian whose specialty fits their individual needs OrsquoBrien cautions against hiring a dietitian who claims dozens of specialties
denise CarterPersonal Trainer___________________________
you might hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You are new to fitness and need someone to point you in the right direction
rsaquo You have a new fitness goal you donrsquot know how to achieve
rsaquo You are stuck in repetitive workouts that donrsquot improve your level of fitness
you might not hire a personal trainer if
rsaquo You have health problems beside excess weight
ldquoSometimes we get into a gym and start doing the same thing over and over againrdquo says Carter a personal trainer who works with national fitness competitors
A personal trainer can help
you overcome fitness plateaus by finding new ways to challenge yourself during a workout says Carter who also owns Salus Lifestyles a business that designs wellness plans for corporations and individuals
Not every personal trainer is qualified to help those who want to lose weight Carter suggests looking for a trainer with training and experience in weight loss Their specialty should be your goal
ldquoIf they train marathon runners and you want to lose weight theyrsquore not going to train you rightrdquo Carter says
Melanie greenberg Health Psychologist____________________________
you might hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You eat to cope with unpleasant emotions
rsaquo You have a mental condition such as a binge eating disorder or depression that is tied to weight gain
rsaquo You need to change your attitude toward weight loss
you might not hire a health psychologist if
rsaquo You are self-motivated and generally set and accomplish new goals readily
rsaquo Your weight gain was not the result of maladaptive coping behaviors
These psychologists specialize in identifying emotional triggers that lead to overeating and teach their patients how to avoid or deal with unhelpful situations according to Greenberg a noted expert in the field with a private practice in California They can also help you maintain your new lifestyle by counteracting problematic attitudes such as all-or-nothing thinking
Health psychologists typically work in tandem with other weight loss professionals according to Greenberg For example your doctor might come up with a weight loss plan and then recommend a psychologist to help you stick to that plan to see real lasting results gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
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Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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gtgtgtgtgtgtgtgt Because health psychologists are not a stand-alone solution Greenberg suggests a cost-benefit analysis before hiring a psychologist is the expense worth the added benefit
Katherine Isacks Mynetdiary Consulting dietitian____________________________
you might purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You are detail-oriented and motivated by tracking progress toward a goal
rsaquo You need to locate the source of excess calories fats sugars or sodium in your diet
rsaquo You are working with a weight loss professional who needs a report of your daily caloric intake
you might not purchase a weight loss app if
rsaquo You have a history of eating disorders
rsaquo You donrsquot want to take the time to measure and track everything you do or eat
rsaquo You arenrsquot willing to track your diet accurately
ldquoEven if theyrsquore not that accurate the process of logging what you actually eat and drink is usually an eye-opening experiencerdquo Isacks says
Using an app allows you to manage your weight the way you manage your finances Isacks says leaving it up to you how to spend your calories each day They have the added benefit of working well with most other weight loss programs especially if the app features a report sharing function
James ZierviosObesity Action Coalition spokesperson____________________________
you might join a support group if
rsaquo You are motivated by encouragement from your peers
rsaquo You need a safe place to talk about your weight loss journey
you might not join a support group if
rsaquo You are sometimes discouraged by the weight loss success of others
rsaquo You donrsquot feel comfortable talking about weight loss in a group setting
Peer support groups are a proven means of fostering weight loss Though not a weight loss service in and of themselves
support groups can be seen as a tool for weight loss that can promote the success of professionally-designed weight loss programs according to Ziervios
An effective support group should focus on losing weight for health not cosmetics will be comprised of individuals who are engaged in the same weight-loss strategy and will be convenient for you to attend Those who donrsquot feel comfortable in group settings but who still need peer support might be better served by meeting one-on-one with a psychologist or life coach Ziervios says
dr darrin HansenBariatric surgeon____________________________
you might consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You are more than 100 pounds overweight or 70 pounds overweight with a serious weight-related medical condition like diabetes
rsaquo Your BMI is greater than 30 and you are willing to consider reversible options
rsaquo You are committed to changing your lifestyle to aid your weight loss
rsaquo You have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight via more traditional means in the past
you might not consider bariatric surgery if
rsaquo You do not meet the minimum weight requirements
rsaquo You are looking to lose weight quickly
rsaquo You are unwilling to live with the potential side-effects
rsaquo You are unwilling to change your lifestyle to promote weight loss
Surgery is a serious often irreversible choice for weight loss that should not be made lightly according to Dr Hansen the primary surgeon at Utah Lap-Band However it may be a good option for those who are facing severe health ramifications resulting from obesity
Bariatric surgery should not be viewed as a quick and easy fix for weight problems according to Dr Hansen Prospective patients will first be expected to attempt weight loss via diet and exercise Even after surgery they will not successfully lose weight without other lifestyle changes
ldquoThe more committed the patients are to helping themselves the more surgery will help themrdquo Dr Hansen says
A Universalstarting Pointmost everyonersquos weight loss journey should begin with the same first stepmdasha trip to the family doctor
Your regular physician can help you begin to determine why you have put on weight and what you must do to lose it Here you will also get advice regarding any personal circumstances that may determine what weight loss services are appropriate for you
in most cases however the first thing your doctor will prescribe is a lifestyle change
ldquoeveryone should start off with diet and exerciserdquo says Dr Allen rader a physician with idaho weight Loss ldquoeat less and move more if that works for you you donrsquot need anything elserdquo
if the pounds persist or if you are unable to attain your weight goal as determined by you and your doctor you might then consider enlisting additional weight loss professionals
ldquoone thing that is perfectly clear weight loss is multi-factorialrdquo Dr rader says ldquoThe problem is being able to figure out what you need to do or what you need to change if that program is not working for yourdquo
gtgtgtBeTTer TOgeTHer
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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Brandon W Fairbanks DMD MSBoard Certified Orthodontist
3300 North Running Creek Way Bldg F 102(Across from Micron IM Flash in Highland
801-766-4660FairbanksOrthodonticscom
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Author betsy schow explains that starting is easy but finishing is what matters
wrITTEn By m IchaEl r IcharDSon
When Betsy Schow used to go hiking with her husband she would hike for half an hour then stop sit and read while her husband went the rest of the way and back
This behavior Betsy discovered while harmless on the surface was the microcosm of a destructively patterned lifestyle that made her miserable The
other endeavors were all slain by the same inability
The breaking point came at 7 one morning she writes when she tripped over a scale that had just given her dreaded heavy news and her husband found her on the ground trying to beating the scale into submission
ldquoThere werenrsquot enough hours in the day or words in the English language to describe what was wrongrdquo she writes ldquoAt that moment I felt like the most worthless human being on the planetrdquo
The Missing Piece Learning to finishThis rock bottom moment sent Betsy on a journey of discovery discovery about much more than how to lose weight she says It
FRoM StARt to Finish
importance of finishing is the subject of Betsyrsquos new book Finished Being Fat where she explains truths that helped her lose 75 pounds and more importantly transform her life
Before something MissingBetsy of northern Utah wasnrsquot happy with her life She wasnrsquot happy with her weight or with her role as a stay-at-home mother
of two She wasnrsquot happy with what she saw on Facebook which she calls the high school reunion that never ends with its never-ending stream of success stories from peers that seemed to elevate their lives while she stayed stagnant
In her mind weight was at the heart of her gloom She figured that if she could lose weight and keep it off she would be happier But her more than 20 attempts were slain by what she lacked the ability to finish
ldquoI thought it was easier to just quit than to find out that I couldnrsquot do itrdquo she says
But it wasnrsquot just weight loss that she couldnrsquot finish Her attempts to scrapbook the lives of her children to build a picture framing business and a host of
systemized
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopes
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if you havenrsquot changed your seo strategy from last years outdated methodsmdashlink building mdashyou could findyourselflosingouttoyourcompetitors
google has completely re-worked their ranking algorithm Links are outhellip quality content and lots of it is in
call today to see how Healthy idaho can position you and your practice at the top of your specialty
Healthy-magcom
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customcontent
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The truth is everyone needs to get more value than ever from their health insurance You owe it to yourself to comparison shop Start now with Altius Health Plans
Altius Health Plans is your one-stop solution for health benefit plans We offer
n Group plans n Dental plansn Individual and family plans n Wellness programsn Medicare Advantage plans n And more
Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
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St Markrsquos Hospital bull Lone Peak Emergency Center bull Ogden Regional Medical Center bull Lakeview Hospital Brigham City Community Hospital bull Mountain View Hospital bull Timpanogos Regional Hospital
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was a discovery about how to truly be happy
Starting is the easy part Betsy explains In the starterrsquos high you are excited and you tell friends Then comes the first setback and the excitement of the task at hands drains away leaving you to trudge towards your goal until you stop and go backwards
She learned that repeatedly failing to finish things creates an accumulation of damage Each time you donrsquot break the tape it adds another layer on a wall you must climb to finish things in the future
ldquoEventually you canrsquot even see a possible goal because yoursquove walled yourself inrdquo she says ldquoYou get in your own wayrdquo
Betsy also discovered that comparing herself to others helped destroy her efforts to complete things since she failed to understand the value of being ldquogood enoughrdquo versus ldquobetter than everyone elserdquo
ldquoYou want to be the best the fastest the brightestrdquo she says ldquoI had to learn that Irsquoll never be a size two and that isnrsquot badrdquoBut of all the influences impeding her progression to various finish lines the voice inside her own head was the worst
ldquoSo often wersquore so afraid of what everyone else is going to say but in reality we say so much worse things to ourselvesrdquo she says
The Inner finisher foundHow do you get over a wall Build a mountain Betsy says
Betsy began to build her own mountain began beating back the negative voice in her head by starting small She would finish workouts and finish laundry
Then her husband presented an impossible challenge a marathon
Betsy so often beat by hill-sized endeavors considered the Everest of 262 miles with hopelessness She planned to simply train until her husband quit since he had a finishing problem as well But he never quit
Each training run provided a step for her to get over self-constructed barriers Finally the day of the marathon came and she completed it
ldquoIt blew my mindrdquo she says ldquoFinishing something you thought was impossible shifts your whole worldrdquo
currently training for The Thanksgiving PointHalf Marathon
Favorite meal Whole wheat pancakes made by her husband
Favorite book the art of happiness by the Dalai Llama
Favorite hikeDonut Falls Big Cottonwood Canyon
inspiring figure Lily her daughter
The aura of her life changed She became a happier wife and mother and the tone of her house shifted to a brighter shade
ldquoHappiness is fulfilling promises to yourselfrdquo she says
At this point Betsy says she realized that there was nothing she couldnrsquot do so she decided to write a book something shersquod thought of doing before But writing about her own journey wasnrsquot what she had in mind at first She wanted to write a fiction novel but at a writerrsquos workshop another author heard her story and urged her to write about it
And then Finished Being Fat was born which took her to NBCrsquos Today Show and to the Wall Street Journal She is spreading a simple message to the nation about how to view others and yourself
-Excerpt-i was going to shed all these unwanted pounds again so what if i had done this same dance twenty times before i was lost to the ldquostarterrsquos highrdquo Like fallinginlovestartinganewprojectfloodedmybodywithendorphinsandgave me a single-minded focus on the task ahead for at least a few weeks
this was the simple truth that i had missed at the time i was addicted to starting but once that initial high faded and things got hard or boring i wouldquitandstartsomethingelsetogetmynextfix
what on earth was i doing to myself why did i keep putting my body through this crap if you had asked me at the time my answer would have been that i was tired tired of being fat so drastic measures were required because i couldnrsquot bear the weight for one more day if you asked me today i would tell you itrsquos because i was unhappy yes unhappy with the way i looked but i think the heaviness i felt was the weight of allthethingsIrsquodstartedbutfailedtofinishhangingaroundmyneck
finished Being fat
ldquoNot everyone
can win the race but everyone
can finishrdquo she says
ldquoGiving up is the only
failurerdquo
54 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
eXpeRIenCe WeIght loSS lIke
neveR BeFoRe
qSyMIAmdashThis long-term
lifestyle medication is an appetite
suppressant and metabolic
stimulator with years of testing
behind it This is a prescription
medication that patients must
qualify to use If you do qualify and
receive a prescription your first two
weeks of using Qsymia will be free
InjeCtIonSmdashCome experience
the newest and most efficient
fat-dissolving injections available
Lypoblast helps eliminate inches
from the body and targets fat
specifically in areas where it is
more difficult to lose weight One
injection per week for five weeks
is recommended to achieve the
best results Or try our MIC boost
injection which helps thoroughly
cleanse the liver a crucial factor in
successful weight loss
hCgmdashPatients continue to
experience excellent success when
HCG protocol is followed under our
practitionersrsquo supervision MD Diet
offers both 23-day and 40-day HCG
programs and wersquore confident that
patients can experience fantastic
results For a limited time MD
Diet has reduced the price of HCG
injections for patients on the HCG
program from $10 to $750 per shot
for patients on the HCG program
This offer is limited and only good
while supplies last
neW FooDSmdashOur one-of-a-kind
protein puddings are available in a
variety of delicious flavors and give
patients proven results These tasty
puddings have 53 grams of protein 7
grams of carbohydrates 80 calories
and only 1 percent of those calories
come from fat Or satisfy your sweet
tooth with other yummy treats
including sweet rolls strawberry
smoothies peanut butter and oatmeal
cookies or vanilla cinnamon and
chocolate rice crispy treats
Wersquore excited to announce that many
of our products are now available
online Go to wwwmddietcliniccom
to place an online order
gtgt Advisor Weight Loss
our mission at MD Diet has always been to provide our patients with the latest and greatest weight-loss technologies We spend vast amounts of time researching exciting new products that are proven to work so patients consistently have access to revolutionary treatments that give them the amazing results they expect from MD Diet
3655 S State StreetSalt Lake City UT 84115Phone (801)293-3100E-mail infomddietcliniccom
vISIt MD DIet ClInIC At oURtWo ConvenIent loCAtIonS
337 E University ParkwayOrem UT 84058Phone (801)226-1800E-mail infomddietcliniccom
sPeCIAL OfferPlease enjoy oneFREE high protein puddingon your next doctorrsquos visit53 grams protein 7 grams carbs
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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The truth is everyone needs to get more value than ever from their health insurance You owe it to yourself to comparison shop Start now with Altius Health Plans
Altius Health Plans is your one-stop solution for health benefit plans We offer
n Group plans n Dental plansn Individual and family plans n Wellness programsn Medicare Advantage plans n And more
Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
64 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
St Markrsquos Hospital bull Lone Peak Emergency Center bull Ogden Regional Medical Center bull Lakeview Hospital Brigham City Community Hospital bull Mountain View Hospital bull Timpanogos Regional Hospital
MountainStarHealthcom | 866ndash887ndash3999
Utahrsquos Only Accredited Chest Pain CentersOur trained and certified emergency and heart care teams provide critical lifesaving careThe difference is we do it according to national standards of excellence To schedule an
appointment with a MountainStar specialist near you call today or visit MountainStarhealthcom
HCA12-0619 Live Magazine Ad_v2indd 1 4113 406 PM
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eXpeRIenCe WeIght loSS lIke
neveR BeFoRe
qSyMIAmdashThis long-term
lifestyle medication is an appetite
suppressant and metabolic
stimulator with years of testing
behind it This is a prescription
medication that patients must
qualify to use If you do qualify and
receive a prescription your first two
weeks of using Qsymia will be free
InjeCtIonSmdashCome experience
the newest and most efficient
fat-dissolving injections available
Lypoblast helps eliminate inches
from the body and targets fat
specifically in areas where it is
more difficult to lose weight One
injection per week for five weeks
is recommended to achieve the
best results Or try our MIC boost
injection which helps thoroughly
cleanse the liver a crucial factor in
successful weight loss
hCgmdashPatients continue to
experience excellent success when
HCG protocol is followed under our
practitionersrsquo supervision MD Diet
offers both 23-day and 40-day HCG
programs and wersquore confident that
patients can experience fantastic
results For a limited time MD
Diet has reduced the price of HCG
injections for patients on the HCG
program from $10 to $750 per shot
for patients on the HCG program
This offer is limited and only good
while supplies last
neW FooDSmdashOur one-of-a-kind
protein puddings are available in a
variety of delicious flavors and give
patients proven results These tasty
puddings have 53 grams of protein 7
grams of carbohydrates 80 calories
and only 1 percent of those calories
come from fat Or satisfy your sweet
tooth with other yummy treats
including sweet rolls strawberry
smoothies peanut butter and oatmeal
cookies or vanilla cinnamon and
chocolate rice crispy treats
Wersquore excited to announce that many
of our products are now available
online Go to wwwmddietcliniccom
to place an online order
gtgt Advisor Weight Loss
our mission at MD Diet has always been to provide our patients with the latest and greatest weight-loss technologies We spend vast amounts of time researching exciting new products that are proven to work so patients consistently have access to revolutionary treatments that give them the amazing results they expect from MD Diet
3655 S State StreetSalt Lake City UT 84115Phone (801)293-3100E-mail infomddietcliniccom
vISIt MD DIet ClInIC At oURtWo ConvenIent loCAtIonS
337 E University ParkwayOrem UT 84058Phone (801)226-1800E-mail infomddietcliniccom
sPeCIAL OfferPlease enjoy oneFREE high protein puddingon your next doctorrsquos visit53 grams protein 7 grams carbs
Offer expires May 31 2013
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 57 FacebookcomHealthyMag
A Perfect Smile ForA HealthyLifestyleCall today for yourfree consultation and afree x-ray with Utah Valleyrsquosfavorite orthodontist
Brandon W Fairbanks DMD MSBoard Certified Orthodontist
3300 North Running Creek Way Bldg F 102(Across from Micron IM Flash in Highland
801-766-4660FairbanksOrthodonticscom
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b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eo LAYTon ALLDreDgemD fAcSSouth Valley Surgical801-571-9511See online uthealthcomalldredge
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cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-528-6811kirk Moore MD | Just The Right Curves
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-418-8172trenton c Jones MD | Cascade Cosmetic Surgery Center
D e n TA L cO s M e T i c 8012620744Rodney s Gleave DMD | Cosmetic amp Implant Dental Arts
D e n TA L FA M i LY 801-829-1756Joe Maio DDS | Apex Family Dental
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P e r s O n A L T r A i n e r s 801-427-8420 nick amp preston Rainey | Body4Change LLC
P r e G n A n c Y b A b Y 877-UcB-StEMEliott Spencer phD co-Owner | Utah Cord Bank
W e i G H T LO s s 801-656-2717 Denise hall-carter cEO Owner | Salus Lifestyles
W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
V e i n T r e AT M e n T 801-262-2647 Mountain Medical vein center and Medspa
YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
YO G A 801-467-6909alexandra Bassett Director | Yoga Central
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HAnDrew peiffermD pHD Menrsquos Health Center801-580-8855See online uthealthcommen
i n s u r A n c eSTepHen L bArLowmD Vice preSiDenTSelectHealth801-442-5038See online uthealthcomselecthealth
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A L L e r G Y amp A s T H MA DougLAS H JoneS mDRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800See online uthealthcomjones
s PAAuTumn SpencercoSmeToLogiST ownerSeasons Salon and Day Spa801-223-9356See online uthealthcomseasons
V e i n T r e AT M e n THArriSon LAzAruS mD fAcS21st Century Vein Clinic801-263-0778See online uthealthcomlazarus
W e i G H T LO s sSTeVen e wArren mDAlign Wellness801-673-3274See online uthealthcomwarren
H O r M O n e T H e r A P YroberT JoneS DcUtah Wellness Institute801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
s P i n e c A r e s u r G e r YScoTT ADeLmAn mDThe Smart Clinic801- 676-7632See online uthealthcomsmartclinic
s K i n c A r eDougLASS forSHA mDSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456 See online southvalleydermatologycom
W e i G H T LO s skeLLi beHLe founDerMD Diet Utahcompany phone 801-293-3100See online uthealthcommddiet
O r T H O D O n T i c sbrAnDon w fAirbAnkSDmDFairbanks Orthodontics801-766-4660See online uthealthcomfairbanks
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDTreVor mAgee mDSalt Lake Regional The Center for Precision Joint Replacement866-431-WEll (9355)See online uthealthcomslregional
F i T n e s sbrooke kiTTeLTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123See online uthealthcomtreehouse
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS Jr mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopesjr
D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
A n e s T H e s i O LO G YSLoAn TAYLor mDWomens Oblation Services972-897-4475See online uthealthcomsloantaylor
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopes
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F u n c T i O n A L M e D i c i n eJoSHuA JAmeS reDD Dc ndash cHiroprAcTic pHYSiciAnRedRiver Health and Wellness Center801-446-2822See online uthealthcomredd
i f yo u W o u l d l i k e to B e Co n s i d e r e d f o r A B C 4 s h e A lt h y u tA h p r o V i D e r D i r e c To r Y P L e A s e e - MA i L u s AT D i r e c TO r Y H e A LT H Y - MA G cO M O r c A L L 801 369 2523
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gallbladder and can indicate disease Normal function of the gallbladder is defined as more than a 38 percent ldquosqueeze A ldquosqueezerdquo amount less than 38 percent is considered abnormally low function and is commonly referred to as ldquoBiliary Dyskinesiardquo which literally means abnormal movement of the bile system
The second part of the HIDA scan testing for gallbladder function happens when an artificial chemical hormone - cholecysekinin (CCK) is injected at the end of the study This chemical causes the gallbladder to squeeze The action can be measured ldquosqueeze If CCK causes the same typical symptoms that a patient has been experiencing when they ingest fatty foods even with normal ldquosqueeze there is still a high likelihood of improvement or resolution of symptoms by removing the gallbladder
When to Consider removing the gallbladderCholeCysteComyOnly 20 percent of people who have gallstones will have symptoms If there are no symptoms then a cholecystectomy is usually not indicated Removal of the gallbladder for Biliary Dyskinesia is generally only for persistent or severe symptoms as this condition doesnrsquot lead to infected or dangerous conditions
howit WorksThe gallbladder is a pear shaped organ very similar in size and shape to a regular un-inflated balloon In your body it is deep to your lowest right ribs next to the liver It acts as reservoir for bile made by the liver to help absorb fats into the intestinal wall The bile is like soap The bile travels from the liver ducts into a single channel called the common bile duct It is very similar to branches of a tree connecting to the trunk It then empties into the first part the small intestine There is a partially closed valve that causes the bile to back up into the gallbladder A signal is sent to the gallbladder causing it to squeeze when food enters the intestine and ldquosoaprdquo mixes with the food This signal is stronger with higher fat
how and Why problems occur If there is an imbalance of the chemicals in the bile crystals form that then act like sand in an oyster and can continue to grow over time and eventually form ldquogallstonesrdquo When the gallbladder receives a signal to squeeze after eating the gallstones can get ldquostuckrdquo in the narrow neck
Symptoms are mostcommonly pain in themiddle to right upperabdomen that can radiatearound to the back and
frequently associated withnausea the pain becomesworse after eatingespecially greasy or fattyfood
The symptoms can last from a few minutes to several hours or occasionally days If the stone stays ldquostuckrdquo the gallbladder can get inflamed or become infected When symptoms are suspicious for gallbladder disease the best first test is an ultrasound This test sends sound waves through the gallbladder that bounce back to show an image of stones
Another functional condition that can cause gallbladder symptoms is referred to as biliary dyskinesia When the gallbladder or bile system is not working correctly the symptoms can be the same as the symptoms of gallstones There is not much known about what causes this condition and there can be a large range of severity of the discomfort or amount of pain experienced Removing the gallbladder in this case may relieve the symptoms
how do i know if my pain is from my gallbladderInfrequently symptoms can be vague or cross with other possible disease conditions
Some other causes of similar location and type of pain are ulcers heartburn abnormal function of the intestinal tract all of which can mimic gallbladder disease to some degree
The non functioning or malfunctioning gallbladder will result in a normal ultrasound study Additional testing of function with a hippuronic indolic diacetic acid (HIDA) scan will show the function of the
darrin f hansen md fAcsUtah Lap-Band801-lap-BanDUtahlapBandcom
About theAuthor
Advisor surgical Weight Lossgtgt
the procedureThe gallbladder is most commonly removed by a Laparoscopic operation (small incisions with a lighted scope and thin long instruments) It can generally be performed with three or four small entry spots in 30-40 minutes in uncomplicated circumstances and the patient can go home the same day
recoveryMost people can have the procedure as an outpatient and return to desk type jobs in 5-7 days More strenuous or physically active jobs will take longer As a general rule activity as tolerated seems to work the best with very little adverse consequences
There are general risks of surgery Specific risks for removing the gallbladder include damage to the biliary duct system injury to other organs bleeding or failure to improve symptoms
side effectsThere are some people who can develop diarrhea after cholecystectomy have some food be upsetting more commonly fatty food or have urges for bowel movement with larger meals Most people resume normal activity and diet without any difficulty
is it my gallbladder
56 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 57 FacebookcomHealthyMag
A Perfect Smile ForA HealthyLifestyleCall today for yourfree consultation and afree x-ray with Utah Valleyrsquosfavorite orthodontist
Brandon W Fairbanks DMD MSBoard Certified Orthodontist
3300 North Running Creek Way Bldg F 102(Across from Micron IM Flash in Highland
801-766-4660FairbanksOrthodonticscom
Latest technology | Payment options | Invisaligntrade
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F i T n e s sLorA erickSonBlonde Runner Health LLC801-608-5516See online uthealthcomblonderunner
D e n TA L cO s M e T i cwALTer meDen DDSElite Smiles801-572-6262See online uthealthcommeden
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HSTeVen n gAngemD fAcSWestern Urological Clinic801-993-1800See online uthealthcomgange
b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eo LAYTon ALLDreDgemD fAcSSouth Valley Surgical801-571-9511See online uthealthcomalldredge
b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eDArrin f HAnSenmD fAcSUtah Lap Band801-lap-BanD (801-527-2263)See online uthealthcomhansen
h e A lt h y m Ag A z i n e H e A LT H D i r e c TO r Y
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HLAne c cHiLDS mD fAcSWestern Urological Clinic801-993-1800See online uthealthcomchilds
h e A lt h y u tA he x P e r T PA n e L
c L i n i c A L r e s e A r c H 801-269-8200Lynn R Webster MD FACPM FASAM | LifeTreeResearchcom
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-528-6811kirk Moore MD | Just The Right Curves
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-418-8172trenton c Jones MD | Cascade Cosmetic Surgery Center
D e n TA L cO s M e T i c 8012620744Rodney s Gleave DMD | Cosmetic amp Implant Dental Arts
D e n TA L FA M i LY 801-829-1756Joe Maio DDS | Apex Family Dental
PA i n MA n A G e M e n T 203- 895-4160 tim Speicher phD atc lat cScS | PRT-Icom
P e r s O n A L T r A i n e r s 801-427-8420 nick amp preston Rainey | Body4Change LLC
P r e G n A n c Y b A b Y 877-UcB-StEMEliott Spencer phD co-Owner | Utah Cord Bank
W e i G H T LO s s 801-656-2717 Denise hall-carter cEO Owner | Salus Lifestyles
W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
V e i n T r e AT M e n T 801-262-2647 Mountain Medical vein center and Medspa
YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
YO G A 801-467-6909alexandra Bassett Director | Yoga Central
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HAnDrew peiffermD pHD Menrsquos Health Center801-580-8855See online uthealthcommen
i n s u r A n c eSTepHen L bArLowmD Vice preSiDenTSelectHealth801-442-5038See online uthealthcomselecthealth
i n s u r A n c eDenniS HArSTon mD mbA ndash cmoAltius Health Plans800-377-4161See online uthealthcomaltius
D e n TA L G e n e r A LDon bigeLow DDS pcK Don Dental801-424-0600See online uthealthcombigelow
i n F e r T i L i T YruSSeLL A fouLk mDUtah Fertility Center801-492-9200See online uthealthcomfoulk
A e s T H e T i c s amp L A s e rJeffreY AYerS mDmeDicAL DirecTorElase Medical Spa 801-495-2737See online uthealthcomelase
D i A b e T e sLAurA weSTernJuvenile Diabetes Research Foundation801-530-0660See online uthealthcomjdrf
c A r D i O LO G YAmAnDA DonoHue DoJordan Valley Medical Center801-263-2370See online uthealthcomdonohue
A L L e r G Y amp A s T H MA DougLAS H JoneS mDRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800See online uthealthcomjones
s PAAuTumn SpencercoSmeToLogiST ownerSeasons Salon and Day Spa801-223-9356See online uthealthcomseasons
V e i n T r e AT M e n THArriSon LAzAruS mD fAcS21st Century Vein Clinic801-263-0778See online uthealthcomlazarus
W e i G H T LO s sSTeVen e wArren mDAlign Wellness801-673-3274See online uthealthcomwarren
H O r M O n e T H e r A P YroberT JoneS DcUtah Wellness Institute801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
s P i n e c A r e s u r G e r YScoTT ADeLmAn mDThe Smart Clinic801- 676-7632See online uthealthcomsmartclinic
s K i n c A r eDougLASS forSHA mDSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456 See online southvalleydermatologycom
W e i G H T LO s skeLLi beHLe founDerMD Diet Utahcompany phone 801-293-3100See online uthealthcommddiet
O r T H O D O n T i c sbrAnDon w fAirbAnkSDmDFairbanks Orthodontics801-766-4660See online uthealthcomfairbanks
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDTreVor mAgee mDSalt Lake Regional The Center for Precision Joint Replacement866-431-WEll (9355)See online uthealthcomslregional
F i T n e s sbrooke kiTTeLTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123See online uthealthcomtreehouse
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS Jr mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopesjr
D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
A n e s T H e s i O LO G YSLoAn TAYLor mDWomens Oblation Services972-897-4475See online uthealthcomsloantaylor
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopes
c H i r O P r A c T i cSHAnnon pAriSi DcSuzAnne cronin DcSalt Lake Chiropractic801-907-1894See online chirosaltlakecom
F u n c T i O n A L M e D i c i n eJoSHuA JAmeS reDD Dc ndash cHiroprAcTic pHYSiciAnRedRiver Health and Wellness Center801-446-2822See online uthealthcomredd
i f yo u W o u l d l i k e to B e Co n s i d e r e d f o r A B C 4 s h e A lt h y u tA h p r o V i D e r D i r e c To r Y P L e A s e e - MA i L u s AT D i r e c TO r Y H e A LT H Y - MA G cO M O r c A L L 801 369 2523
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDAAron HofmAnn mDSalt Lake Regional Precision Joint Replacement Center866-431-9355See online uthealthcomslregional
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 59 FacebookcomHealthyMag
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reg
if you havenrsquot changed your seo strategy from last years outdated methodsmdashlink building mdashyou could findyourselflosingouttoyourcompetitors
google has completely re-worked their ranking algorithm Links are outhellip quality content and lots of it is in
call today to see how Healthy idaho can position you and your practice at the top of your specialty
Healthy-magcom
8668843258
dominate online the rules of the game have changed
customcontent
marketing
60 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 61 FacebookcomHealthyMag
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The truth is everyone needs to get more value than ever from their health insurance You owe it to yourself to comparison shop Start now with Altius Health Plans
Altius Health Plans is your one-stop solution for health benefit plans We offer
n Group plans n Dental plansn Individual and family plans n Wellness programsn Medicare Advantage plans n And more
Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
64 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
St Markrsquos Hospital bull Lone Peak Emergency Center bull Ogden Regional Medical Center bull Lakeview Hospital Brigham City Community Hospital bull Mountain View Hospital bull Timpanogos Regional Hospital
MountainStarHealthcom | 866ndash887ndash3999
Utahrsquos Only Accredited Chest Pain CentersOur trained and certified emergency and heart care teams provide critical lifesaving careThe difference is we do it according to national standards of excellence To schedule an
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Most children develop their first set of primary teeth (ldquobaby teethrdquo) around 6 months of age and
continue growing teeth until they are around 3 years old While these teeth are not permanent they are an important part of oral development acting as placeholders to keep permanent teeth inside the gums until they are ready to erupt at the appropriate age Developing good oral health habits and getting proper dental care even at a young age can significantly improve a childrsquos overall health As parents itrsquos important to help children get appropriate dental care at an early age and develop good lifelong oral health habits
the effects of poor oral health on ChildrenA healthy mouth allows children to speak smile chew taste and swallow properly while and unhealthy mouth can lead to gum disease pain difficulty concentrating school absence early tooth loss and eventually even chronic health problems According to the CDC tooth decay affects more than 25 of US children ages 2-5 and 50 of children ages 12-15 costing billions of dollars every year Fortunately all of these things are preventable with some simple strategies for good oral health care that parents can use and teach children as well
visit the dentist early and oftenYour childrsquos first dental visit should occur when she first develops teeth and certainly no later than hisher first birthday Even though children donrsquot have all their teeth by this time seeing a pediatric dentist early can help parents learn proper oral care strategies for each critical stage of a childrsquos development Continue seeing the dentist for check-ups every 6 months or more often based on the advice of your dentist
About the AuthorWilliam carroll ddsRoseman University of Health SciencesSouth Jordan Campus8013022600wwwrosemanedu
Dr Carroll is an Associate Professor at Roseman university College of Dental medicine in South Jordan utah He graduated from the uCSF School of Dentistry completed a two-year AeGD residency at Walter Reed National military medical Center in Bethesda mD and recently retired from the uS Navy after more than 30 years of service
Brush and floss daily Parents should clean childrenrsquos teeth starting when the first teeth appear through the gums In the early stages of tooth development you can use a clean washcloth with water or moist piece of gauze to wipe down the gums and teeth twice a day to prevent plaque As more teeth develop use a child-size toothbrush with soft bristles and about half of a pea-sized amount of toothpaste specially formulated for children at least twice a day Try to floss once a day as well When children are old enough to begin brushing teeth on their own supervise the process to ensure that children clean all their teeth adequately and that they do not swallow toothpaste (especially if it contains fluoride)
get sealantsSealants are a small plastic coating applied to a childrsquos teeth to prevent tooth decay and cavities by keeping food and germs out of the grooves of teeth They are most often applied to molars (which develop between the ages of 6-12) and can be applied quickly during a regular check-up or cleaning They usually last between five and 10 years and can be reapplied if they break or fall out
use fluorideFluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen tooth enamel by making it more resistant to attacks from plaque
bacteria and sugar in the mouth which cause decay Fluoride can occur naturally in water and foods but if there is not enough fluoride in your area you may need to supplement your childrsquos intake with toothpaste drops or tablets based on the advice of your dentist However ingesting too much fluoride can be toxic for children so be sure to follow the advice of your dentist on how much fluoride is enough and supervise children whenever they are brushing with fluoride toothpaste to ensure they spit it out
eat healthy mealsNutritious foods such as vegetables fruits protein and whole grains can contribute to a healthy mouth while unhealthy foods especially those high in sugar can lead to tooth decay and other chronic health conditions Limiting the amount of sugar children eat such as candy and sugary drinks can also help avoid early tooth decay
Advisor Oral Healthgtgt
Improving your Childrsquos oral healthSimple Strategiesfor parents
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cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-528-6811kirk Moore MD | Just The Right Curves
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-418-8172trenton c Jones MD | Cascade Cosmetic Surgery Center
D e n TA L cO s M e T i c 8012620744Rodney s Gleave DMD | Cosmetic amp Implant Dental Arts
D e n TA L FA M i LY 801-829-1756Joe Maio DDS | Apex Family Dental
PA i n MA n A G e M e n T 203- 895-4160 tim Speicher phD atc lat cScS | PRT-Icom
P e r s O n A L T r A i n e r s 801-427-8420 nick amp preston Rainey | Body4Change LLC
P r e G n A n c Y b A b Y 877-UcB-StEMEliott Spencer phD co-Owner | Utah Cord Bank
W e i G H T LO s s 801-656-2717 Denise hall-carter cEO Owner | Salus Lifestyles
W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
V e i n T r e AT M e n T 801-262-2647 Mountain Medical vein center and Medspa
YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
YO G A 801-467-6909alexandra Bassett Director | Yoga Central
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HAnDrew peiffermD pHD Menrsquos Health Center801-580-8855See online uthealthcommen
i n s u r A n c eSTepHen L bArLowmD Vice preSiDenTSelectHealth801-442-5038See online uthealthcomselecthealth
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A L L e r G Y amp A s T H MA DougLAS H JoneS mDRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800See online uthealthcomjones
s PAAuTumn SpencercoSmeToLogiST ownerSeasons Salon and Day Spa801-223-9356See online uthealthcomseasons
V e i n T r e AT M e n THArriSon LAzAruS mD fAcS21st Century Vein Clinic801-263-0778See online uthealthcomlazarus
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H O r M O n e T H e r A P YroberT JoneS DcUtah Wellness Institute801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
s P i n e c A r e s u r G e r YScoTT ADeLmAn mDThe Smart Clinic801- 676-7632See online uthealthcomsmartclinic
s K i n c A r eDougLASS forSHA mDSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456 See online southvalleydermatologycom
W e i G H T LO s skeLLi beHLe founDerMD Diet Utahcompany phone 801-293-3100See online uthealthcommddiet
O r T H O D O n T i c sbrAnDon w fAirbAnkSDmDFairbanks Orthodontics801-766-4660See online uthealthcomfairbanks
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDTreVor mAgee mDSalt Lake Regional The Center for Precision Joint Replacement866-431-WEll (9355)See online uthealthcomslregional
F i T n e s sbrooke kiTTeLTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123See online uthealthcomtreehouse
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS Jr mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopesjr
D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
A n e s T H e s i O LO G YSLoAn TAYLor mDWomens Oblation Services972-897-4475See online uthealthcomsloantaylor
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopes
c H i r O P r A c T i cSHAnnon pAriSi DcSuzAnne cronin DcSalt Lake Chiropractic801-907-1894See online chirosaltlakecom
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i f yo u W o u l d l i k e to B e Co n s i d e r e d f o r A B C 4 s h e A lt h y u tA h p r o V i D e r D i r e c To r Y P L e A s e e - MA i L u s AT D i r e c TO r Y H e A LT H Y - MA G cO M O r c A L L 801 369 2523
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDAAron HofmAnn mDSalt Lake Regional Precision Joint Replacement Center866-431-9355See online uthealthcomslregional
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The truth is everyone needs to get more value than ever from their health insurance You owe it to yourself to comparison shop Start now with Altius Health Plans
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n Group plans n Dental plansn Individual and family plans n Wellness programsn Medicare Advantage plans n And more
Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
64 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
St Markrsquos Hospital bull Lone Peak Emergency Center bull Ogden Regional Medical Center bull Lakeview Hospital Brigham City Community Hospital bull Mountain View Hospital bull Timpanogos Regional Hospital
MountainStarHealthcom | 866ndash887ndash3999
Utahrsquos Only Accredited Chest Pain CentersOur trained and certified emergency and heart care teams provide critical lifesaving careThe difference is we do it according to national standards of excellence To schedule an
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A Perfect Smile ForA HealthyLifestyleCall today for yourfree consultation and afree x-ray with Utah Valleyrsquosfavorite orthodontist
Brandon W Fairbanks DMD MSBoard Certified Orthodontist
3300 North Running Creek Way Bldg F 102(Across from Micron IM Flash in Highland
801-766-4660FairbanksOrthodonticscom
Latest technology | Payment options | Invisaligntrade
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F i T n e s sLorA erickSonBlonde Runner Health LLC801-608-5516See online uthealthcomblonderunner
D e n TA L cO s M e T i cwALTer meDen DDSElite Smiles801-572-6262See online uthealthcommeden
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HSTeVen n gAngemD fAcSWestern Urological Clinic801-993-1800See online uthealthcomgange
b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eo LAYTon ALLDreDgemD fAcSSouth Valley Surgical801-571-9511See online uthealthcomalldredge
b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eDArrin f HAnSenmD fAcSUtah Lap Band801-lap-BanD (801-527-2263)See online uthealthcomhansen
h e A lt h y m Ag A z i n e H e A LT H D i r e c TO r Y
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HLAne c cHiLDS mD fAcSWestern Urological Clinic801-993-1800See online uthealthcomchilds
h e A lt h y u tA he x P e r T PA n e L
c L i n i c A L r e s e A r c H 801-269-8200Lynn R Webster MD FACPM FASAM | LifeTreeResearchcom
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-528-6811kirk Moore MD | Just The Right Curves
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-418-8172trenton c Jones MD | Cascade Cosmetic Surgery Center
D e n TA L cO s M e T i c 8012620744Rodney s Gleave DMD | Cosmetic amp Implant Dental Arts
D e n TA L FA M i LY 801-829-1756Joe Maio DDS | Apex Family Dental
PA i n MA n A G e M e n T 203- 895-4160 tim Speicher phD atc lat cScS | PRT-Icom
P e r s O n A L T r A i n e r s 801-427-8420 nick amp preston Rainey | Body4Change LLC
P r e G n A n c Y b A b Y 877-UcB-StEMEliott Spencer phD co-Owner | Utah Cord Bank
W e i G H T LO s s 801-656-2717 Denise hall-carter cEO Owner | Salus Lifestyles
W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
V e i n T r e AT M e n T 801-262-2647 Mountain Medical vein center and Medspa
YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
YO G A 801-467-6909alexandra Bassett Director | Yoga Central
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HAnDrew peiffermD pHD Menrsquos Health Center801-580-8855See online uthealthcommen
i n s u r A n c eSTepHen L bArLowmD Vice preSiDenTSelectHealth801-442-5038See online uthealthcomselecthealth
i n s u r A n c eDenniS HArSTon mD mbA ndash cmoAltius Health Plans800-377-4161See online uthealthcomaltius
D e n TA L G e n e r A LDon bigeLow DDS pcK Don Dental801-424-0600See online uthealthcombigelow
i n F e r T i L i T YruSSeLL A fouLk mDUtah Fertility Center801-492-9200See online uthealthcomfoulk
A e s T H e T i c s amp L A s e rJeffreY AYerS mDmeDicAL DirecTorElase Medical Spa 801-495-2737See online uthealthcomelase
D i A b e T e sLAurA weSTernJuvenile Diabetes Research Foundation801-530-0660See online uthealthcomjdrf
c A r D i O LO G YAmAnDA DonoHue DoJordan Valley Medical Center801-263-2370See online uthealthcomdonohue
A L L e r G Y amp A s T H MA DougLAS H JoneS mDRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800See online uthealthcomjones
s PAAuTumn SpencercoSmeToLogiST ownerSeasons Salon and Day Spa801-223-9356See online uthealthcomseasons
V e i n T r e AT M e n THArriSon LAzAruS mD fAcS21st Century Vein Clinic801-263-0778See online uthealthcomlazarus
W e i G H T LO s sSTeVen e wArren mDAlign Wellness801-673-3274See online uthealthcomwarren
H O r M O n e T H e r A P YroberT JoneS DcUtah Wellness Institute801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
s P i n e c A r e s u r G e r YScoTT ADeLmAn mDThe Smart Clinic801- 676-7632See online uthealthcomsmartclinic
s K i n c A r eDougLASS forSHA mDSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456 See online southvalleydermatologycom
W e i G H T LO s skeLLi beHLe founDerMD Diet Utahcompany phone 801-293-3100See online uthealthcommddiet
O r T H O D O n T i c sbrAnDon w fAirbAnkSDmDFairbanks Orthodontics801-766-4660See online uthealthcomfairbanks
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDTreVor mAgee mDSalt Lake Regional The Center for Precision Joint Replacement866-431-WEll (9355)See online uthealthcomslregional
F i T n e s sbrooke kiTTeLTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123See online uthealthcomtreehouse
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS Jr mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopesjr
D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
A n e s T H e s i O LO G YSLoAn TAYLor mDWomens Oblation Services972-897-4475See online uthealthcomsloantaylor
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopes
c H i r O P r A c T i cSHAnnon pAriSi DcSuzAnne cronin DcSalt Lake Chiropractic801-907-1894See online chirosaltlakecom
F u n c T i O n A L M e D i c i n eJoSHuA JAmeS reDD Dc ndash cHiroprAcTic pHYSiciAnRedRiver Health and Wellness Center801-446-2822See online uthealthcomredd
i f yo u W o u l d l i k e to B e Co n s i d e r e d f o r A B C 4 s h e A lt h y u tA h p r o V i D e r D i r e c To r Y P L e A s e e - MA i L u s AT D i r e c TO r Y H e A LT H Y - MA G cO M O r c A L L 801 369 2523
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDAAron HofmAnn mDSalt Lake Regional Precision Joint Replacement Center866-431-9355See online uthealthcomslregional
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 59 FacebookcomHealthyMag
HealthyMAGAZINE
reg
if you havenrsquot changed your seo strategy from last years outdated methodsmdashlink building mdashyou could findyourselflosingouttoyourcompetitors
google has completely re-worked their ranking algorithm Links are outhellip quality content and lots of it is in
call today to see how Healthy idaho can position you and your practice at the top of your specialty
Healthy-magcom
8668843258
dominate online the rules of the game have changed
customcontent
marketing
60 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 61 FacebookcomHealthyMag
H O O P E S V I S I O N
62 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
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The truth is everyone needs to get more value than ever from their health insurance You owe it to yourself to comparison shop Start now with Altius Health Plans
Altius Health Plans is your one-stop solution for health benefit plans We offer
n Group plans n Dental plansn Individual and family plans n Wellness programsn Medicare Advantage plans n And more
Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
64 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
St Markrsquos Hospital bull Lone Peak Emergency Center bull Ogden Regional Medical Center bull Lakeview Hospital Brigham City Community Hospital bull Mountain View Hospital bull Timpanogos Regional Hospital
MountainStarHealthcom | 866ndash887ndash3999
Utahrsquos Only Accredited Chest Pain CentersOur trained and certified emergency and heart care teams provide critical lifesaving careThe difference is we do it according to national standards of excellence To schedule an
appointment with a MountainStar specialist near you call today or visit MountainStarhealthcom
HCA12-0619 Live Magazine Ad_v2indd 1 4113 406 PM
58 HEALTHY MAGAZINE MAY 2013 Healthy-Magcom
F i T n e s sLorA erickSonBlonde Runner Health LLC801-608-5516See online uthealthcomblonderunner
D e n TA L cO s M e T i cwALTer meDen DDSElite Smiles801-572-6262See online uthealthcommeden
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HSTeVen n gAngemD fAcSWestern Urological Clinic801-993-1800See online uthealthcomgange
b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eo LAYTon ALLDreDgemD fAcSSouth Valley Surgical801-571-9511See online uthealthcomalldredge
b A r i AT r i c M e D i c i n eDArrin f HAnSenmD fAcSUtah Lap Band801-lap-BanD (801-527-2263)See online uthealthcomhansen
h e A lt h y m Ag A z i n e H e A LT H D i r e c TO r Y
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HLAne c cHiLDS mD fAcSWestern Urological Clinic801-993-1800See online uthealthcomchilds
h e A lt h y u tA he x P e r T PA n e L
c L i n i c A L r e s e A r c H 801-269-8200Lynn R Webster MD FACPM FASAM | LifeTreeResearchcom
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-528-6811kirk Moore MD | Just The Right Curves
cO s M e T i c s u r G e r Y 801-418-8172trenton c Jones MD | Cascade Cosmetic Surgery Center
D e n TA L cO s M e T i c 8012620744Rodney s Gleave DMD | Cosmetic amp Implant Dental Arts
D e n TA L FA M i LY 801-829-1756Joe Maio DDS | Apex Family Dental
PA i n MA n A G e M e n T 203- 895-4160 tim Speicher phD atc lat cScS | PRT-Icom
P e r s O n A L T r A i n e r s 801-427-8420 nick amp preston Rainey | Body4Change LLC
P r e G n A n c Y b A b Y 877-UcB-StEMEliott Spencer phD co-Owner | Utah Cord Bank
W e i G H T LO s s 801-656-2717 Denise hall-carter cEO Owner | Salus Lifestyles
W O M e nrsquo s H e A LT H 801-692-1429 Mark Saunders MD | Dr Saunders OBGYN
V e i n T r e AT M e n T 801-262-2647 Mountain Medical vein center and Medspa
YO G A 435-225-6529 Jt Studio Manager | BE HOT Yoga amp Pilates Studio
YO G A 801-467-6909alexandra Bassett Director | Yoga Central
M e nrsquo s H e A LT HAnDrew peiffermD pHD Menrsquos Health Center801-580-8855See online uthealthcommen
i n s u r A n c eSTepHen L bArLowmD Vice preSiDenTSelectHealth801-442-5038See online uthealthcomselecthealth
i n s u r A n c eDenniS HArSTon mD mbA ndash cmoAltius Health Plans800-377-4161See online uthealthcomaltius
D e n TA L G e n e r A LDon bigeLow DDS pcK Don Dental801-424-0600See online uthealthcombigelow
i n F e r T i L i T YruSSeLL A fouLk mDUtah Fertility Center801-492-9200See online uthealthcomfoulk
A e s T H e T i c s amp L A s e rJeffreY AYerS mDmeDicAL DirecTorElase Medical Spa 801-495-2737See online uthealthcomelase
D i A b e T e sLAurA weSTernJuvenile Diabetes Research Foundation801-530-0660See online uthealthcomjdrf
c A r D i O LO G YAmAnDA DonoHue DoJordan Valley Medical Center801-263-2370See online uthealthcomdonohue
A L L e r G Y amp A s T H MA DougLAS H JoneS mDRocky Mountain Allergy Asthma amp Immunology801-775-9800See online uthealthcomjones
s PAAuTumn SpencercoSmeToLogiST ownerSeasons Salon and Day Spa801-223-9356See online uthealthcomseasons
V e i n T r e AT M e n THArriSon LAzAruS mD fAcS21st Century Vein Clinic801-263-0778See online uthealthcomlazarus
W e i G H T LO s sSTeVen e wArren mDAlign Wellness801-673-3274See online uthealthcomwarren
H O r M O n e T H e r A P YroberT JoneS DcUtah Wellness Institute801-576-1155See online uthealthcomrobertjones
s P i n e c A r e s u r G e r YScoTT ADeLmAn mDThe Smart Clinic801- 676-7632See online uthealthcomsmartclinic
s K i n c A r eDougLASS forSHA mDSouth Valley Dermatology801-569-1456 See online southvalleydermatologycom
W e i G H T LO s skeLLi beHLe founDerMD Diet Utahcompany phone 801-293-3100See online uthealthcommddiet
O r T H O D O n T i c sbrAnDon w fAirbAnkSDmDFairbanks Orthodontics801-766-4660See online uthealthcomfairbanks
OrTHOPeDicssPOrTs MeDTreVor mAgee mDSalt Lake Regional The Center for Precision Joint Replacement866-431-WEll (9355)See online uthealthcomslregional
F i T n e s sbrooke kiTTeLTreehouse Athletic Club801-553-0123See online uthealthcomtreehouse
e Y e c A r epHiLLip c HoopeS Jr mDHoopes Vision Correction Center801-568-0200See online uthealthcomhoopesjr
D e n TA L G e n e r A LwiLLiAm cArroLL DDS Roseman University of Health Sciences801-302-2600wwwrosemanedu
A n e s T H e s i O LO G YSLoAn TAYLor mDWomens Oblation Services972-897-4475See online uthealthcomsloantaylor
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Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
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Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
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appointment with a MountainStar specialist near you call today or visit MountainStarhealthcom
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Altius Health Plans is your one-stop solution for health benefit plans We offer
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Health carevalue iseverybodyrsquosbusiness
Get more value from your health plan Contact your independent insurance agent or call Altius Health Plans at 801-355-1234 for a free no-obligation quote
wwwaltiushealthplanscom
This is a partial description of the products underwritten by Altius Health Plans and in no way details all of the benefits limitations or exclusions of the plans Please refer to the Member Handbook and Medical Benefits Brochure to determine exact terms conditions and scope of coverage including all exclusions and limitations and defined terms
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Utahrsquos Only Accredited Chest Pain CentersOur trained and certified emergency and heart care teams provide critical lifesaving careThe difference is we do it according to national standards of excellence To schedule an
appointment with a MountainStar specialist near you call today or visit MountainStarhealthcom
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MountainStarHealthcom | 866ndash887ndash3999
Utahrsquos Only Accredited Chest Pain CentersOur trained and certified emergency and heart care teams provide critical lifesaving careThe difference is we do it according to national standards of excellence To schedule an
appointment with a MountainStar specialist near you call today or visit MountainStarhealthcom
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