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ASHLY R. COTHERN, DDS, PA www.drcothern.com

Dr. Cothern is one of a small distinguished percentage of dentists who have invested in postgraduate training at one of the world’s premiere continuing education institutes, The Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education. We care about you as a unique individual and examine you in a way that together we can understand every aspect of your oral health. In our office we love what we do.

NOW THAT IS SOMETHING TO SMILE ABOUT!

9669 N.Central Expwy., Ste. 220 Dallas, TX 75231 214.696.9966

What is the best way to get through the holidays and still look good come spring?

Plan for dietary indiscretions by cutting back on calories elsewhere. Include at least five fruits/vegetables each day to help with fullness, fiber and overall health — even in the face of that triple layer chocolate mousse Yule log cake. Don’t starve yourself before a party — it will likely backfire. So have small, healthy snacks leading up to the big event. Don’t leave the cookies and treats on the counter because those nibbles add up, too! Commit to at least the minimum amount of exercise (five days a week, 30 minutes a day). This helps to maintain your muscle mass, improve your mood and burn off a few of those sneaky seasonal calories. —Monica

S. Nagy

Five More Tips Frommeridan Zerner

1 Eat every three hours — a small meal or snack — and try to combine carbohydrate foods with a protein when possible.

2 It is possible to overeat even the healthiest foods, so measure the oil, the nuts and the avocado!

3 Spare 100 calories per day to lose 10 pounds in a year. Some of those small choices like “dressing on the side” matter!

4 Alternate cocktails with a glass of water.

5 Get at least the recommended seven to eight hours of sleep to help with better health management.

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