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Healthy Gifts For Everyone On Your List

he holidays can be a tough time of year to stay on track with your health goals. But, there is no better gift than the gift of good health. Check out these fun and healthy gift ideas for every person on your list this holiday season.

For The Busy Mom

An Instant Pot + Instant Pot Miracle 6 Ingredients or Less Cookbook Instant pots are revolutionizing mealtime. This electric pressure cooker makes delicious meals in a short period of time. Turn tough cuts of meat into a decadent tender meal. The cookbook is a great addition to this dish and can help any busy mom put together restaurant-worthy meals with six ingredients or less. (Pot ~$99, Cookbook $16; Amazon) ......................

For The Creative Cook

A Inspiralizer + Inspiralize Everything Cookbook The Inspiralizer is the original spiralizer, and one of the best on the market. This gift will change the way you eat vegetables forever. Any creative cook will love spiralizing almost any vegetable into four unique shapes with this machine. The Package Deal makes this gift a no-brainer. (Package Deal for $54.95; www.inspiralized.com) ......................

For The Workout Fanatic

Outdoor Voices Leggings Love working out, but hate the sweat stains? Outdoor Voices creates modern and

Plus, it features cutting guides for medium dice, small dice, brunoise, fine brunoise, batonnet, allumette, julienne, and fine julienne. ($28.99; Amazon) ......................

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comfortable workout clothes for both men and women. The leggings are a popular item, as they have structured paneling and the signature fabric quickly wicks sweat. Even in bright colors, your sweat stains will be virtually nonexistent! This makes the perfect gift for the workout fanatic. ($75-$95; www.outdoor voices.com) ......................

For The Kids

Fred & Friends Food Face Kid Dinner Plate Making mealtimes more fun is crucial for raising healthy eaters. This high-quality ceramic Food Face plate is interactive and can help your kids eat more fruits and veggies. Let the kids decorate the faces with healthy items such as cucumbers, tomatos, grapes, bananas, and many more foods. ($13; www.genuinefred. com/kids) ......................

For The OCD Chef

Fred THE OBSESSIVE CHEF Bamboo Cutting Board, 9-inch by 12-inch This precision cutting board is printed with obsessively detailed measurements. The OCD chef will love being able to julienne every vegetable to the same size and keep their meals uniform. This board is very strong and made of quality materials.

For The Master Griller

Heat Resistant BBQ Gloves Gecko Grip Do you have a king of the grill in your house? These heat-resistant gloves can protect your master griller from high temperatures of up to 425 degrees. Plus, you can use these gloves to grab roasting pans, cast iron griddles, and many other items. They are dishwasher safe and a gift that any grill master is sure to love. ($17; Amazon)

For The Smoothie Lover

NutriBullet NBR-1201 12-Piece High-Speed Blender This is one of the best alltime gifts for healthy eaters. This high-speed blender makes perfect smoothies, and has built-in cups that make it easy to store extras in the fridge. The design is modern and compact, making it perfect for individuals living in a small apartment or tiny kitchen. ($60; Amazon) ......................

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Who doesn’t love a cup of warm hot tea? This makes the perfect gift for any coworker, and is presented in a beautiful wooden tea chest that adds a sense of elegance. Add a festive mug to this item for an even better holiday surprise. ($14.95; www.harney.com) Stefani Pappas, MS, RDN, CSO, CDN, CPT, is a Clinical Dietitian at The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital. She also provides private nutrition counseling at her office in Great Neck, NY. Visit her website www. StefHealthTips.com for more information or call 516-225-1745 to schedule an appointment.

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Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Awards $100,000 To Feinstein Institute The funds will go towards medical research for the next phase of Alzheimer’s Disease Research Project The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) announced the awarding of $100,000 in grant funding to the Litwin-Zucker Center for the Study of Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research on Long Island, New York. The award represents the next phase of funding for a research project aimed at treating hallucinations, agitation and aggression among individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease. Behaviors such as these are among the most troubling symptoms that often present in the course of Alzheimer’s disease. These symptoms are frequently one of the main reasons that families make the difficult decision to move their loved one with Alzheimer’s from their home to a residential healthcare setting. “Enhancing quality of life for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease is critically important to AFA,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s president & CEO. “Finding more effective treatments for hallucination and aggression will make it easier for families to keep their loved one at home longer, avoid costly healthcare settings, and most importantly, improve

quality of life for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. We are pleased to support the work being done by Dr. Peter Davies and his team.” “AFA recognized the urgent need for research in this very difficult area, and provided support when few others were willing to do so. Dr. Jeremy Koppel and I, along with our team, have made real progress in this area over the last two years, and are excited to continue this research. We are very grateful to the AFA for helping launch this promising research,” said Peter Davies, PhD, Director of the

Litwin-Zucker Center for the Study of Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research. Currently, the only medications available for treating these behaviors are powerful antipsychotic medications used to treat schizophrenia. These drugs can potentially cause adverse side effects, including an increased risk of cardiovascular issues and stroke. Researchers at the center, led by Davies, are examining a series of potential causes of the psychosis seen in Alzheimer’s disease, including an accumulation of tau in the brain’s frontal cortex. Their aim is to develop new, targeted treatments that can treat these symptoms, improve quality of life and keep people in their homes longer, without the potentially harmful side effects of currently used drugs. The funding award is the third phase of a five year, $500,000 commitment from AFA to the Center for this research project. —Submitted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America

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Bringing Holiday Cheer To A Loved One Living With Alzheimer’s W

ith millions of American families affected by Alzheimer’s disease getting ready to celebrate the holidays, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) has provided tips on how to adapt holiday gatherings to make them as enjoyable as possible for someone living with a dementia-related illness. “Being together with family are what the holidays are all about. Alzheimer’s doesn’t have to change that,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s president and CEO. “There are ways to adapt holiday gatherings to be sensitive to the needs of a family member with Alzheimer’s disease, so that they can remain involved in the celebration and enjoy the holidays with their loved ones.” AFA advises families who have a loved one with Alzheimer’s to consider the following:

Keep your loved one involved

Find ways to maintain your loved one’s involvement in the holiday celebration. If they are used to doing the holiday cooking, keep them involved, such as by inviting them into the preparation process. If they enjoyed music, play some of their favorite holiday songs or ones from their favorite era so they may enjoy them as they always have.

share old family photos with your loved one and reminisce. Create new traditions; find things they are able to do and enjoy, such as looking at neighborhood holiday lights or listening to music, and spend time doing it with them.

Maintain a normal routine

Changes in one’s daily routine can also cause challenges for someone living with dementia. Planning can be the key to ensuring a person’s comfort. If the person usually takes an afternoon walk, build in time for that. If they go to bed earlier in the evening, hold the celebration earlier in the day so that everyone can participate.

Be sensitive to the individual’s needs

Excess stimuli can be challenging for an individual living with dementia, which is why it’s important to take the environment into account ahead of time. Be aware of your loved one’s sensitivity to factors such as crowds and loud noises, and try to plan celebrations in a way that minimizes those stresses. Have comforting items and activities available to help.

Build on past traditions and find new ways to connect Keep building on old traditions where you can;

Plan travel appropriately

If you’re traveling to a celebration with someone who has Alzheimer’s, consider their capabilities and plan to make arrangements that are comfortable and realistic. Take into account whether they travel better at a specific time of day. Families who have questions or would like additional information can contact AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484 and speak with a licensed social worker. The helpline is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends. —Submitted by the AFA

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rimary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a common autoimmune disease that primarily affects the small bile ducts within the liver. For uncertain reasons, it is particularly common on Long Island. PBC affects the small bile ducts located within the liver. These small bile ducts connect to a series of progressively larger ducts that facilitate the transport of bile out of the liver. As the damage caused in PBC is to the small bile ducts, one could logically conclude that PBC is a disease of the biliary tree not of the liver. It is important to understand that the ducts which are affected are so small that damage to these bile ducts leads to damage of the liver cells and therefore, PBC is a disease of the liver. In PBC, a slowly progressive inflammatory process destroys the bile ducts within the liver that can lead to cirrhosis. More than 90% of people with PBC are women. Most people with PBC do not have any symptoms and feel fine. There are, however, certain symptoms such as fatigue, itching, joint pains, night blindness, jaundice and skin

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discolorations are common. Several diseases are associated with PBC. The prevalence of thyroid disease in PBC is quite high. In fact, the diagnosis of hypothyroidism frequently predates the diagnosis of PBC. Other diseases associated with PBC include dry eyes and dry mouths, scleroderma, osteoarthritis, iritis, celiac disease, and myasthenia gravis. Due to its lack of symptoms, PBC may go unrecognized for years. The most common abnormality leading to the diagnosis of PBC is an isolated elevated liver enzyme called alkaline phosphatase. A positive anti-mitochondrial antibody (AMA) is found in more than 95% of people and confirms the disease. A liver biopsy is not needed to diagnose PBC. Untreated, PBC is a progressive disease and most people will over time progress to more advanced liver disease. Currently, two drugs are approved for PBC. The first line of therapy of is ursodeoxycholic acid (URSO). URSO works by altering the bile acid concentrations within the liver and modulating the immunologic

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injury seen in PBC. Treatment is life-long and may prevent disease progression. Although most people respond to URSO, there still remain a few patients who are refractory to this medication. The second line of therapy for patients who do not have a complete response to URSO is obeticholic acid (OCA). OCA is an FXR agonist that decreases bile acid synthesis and increases bile acid secretion causing choleresis. There is currently a lot of ongoing research to find even more drugs to treat PBC by several different pathways. Hopefully, these new agents will be available in the not too distant future. In summary, PBC is a common autoimmune disease, which frequently goes unrecognized. Over the past 25 years, progress in the treatment of PBC has led to a change in its natural history from one with a horrible prognosis to an extremely manageable condition. The key is successful treatment is early diagnosis. Appropriate patients should be screened for the disease so that therapy can be initiated early.

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Keeping Your Health On Track During The Indulgent Holiday Season Stick to routines

To the best of your ability during this hectic time of year, attempt to stick to routines that promote wellness. Set a bedtime and honor it. Hit the gym. Meditate. Do whatever it is that keeps you grounded and feeling your best.

Drink up

Many people associate dehydration with the warmer months. But in winter weather it can be especially easy to forget to stay well-hydrated, especially

when you’re indulging in alcoholic beverages at all those holiday parties. Remember, water doesn’t need to be the only source of hydration you think about this season. Soups and purees made from hearty winter vegetables, as well as citrus fruits do the trick, too, and their nutritional properties can help keep you healthy in winter.

Be mindful

The holiday party circuit can be dangerous when it comes to making nutritious choices. When you enter a party with a buffet set-up, it can be tempting to reach for the richest foods first. Before indulging in the canapes and Swedish meatballs, try filling up a plate with crudité first. While you’re doing so, get a good look at all the options available. This way, you’ll be more likely to savor choice items you’ll truly enjoy.

Keep things organically sweet

Staying on track doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the sweetness of the season. Instantly boost the flavor of your favorite meals with organic honey. One great option is Organic Honey In The Raw. USDA Organic Certified and Non-GMO Project Verified, it’s made from pure nectar collected from exotic wildflowers found in the remote Caatinga region of northeast Brazil. The hand-harvested, sustainable honey is raw (never heated above 117 degrees) and unfiltered, so it retains the benefits of bee pollen. And just one tablespoon of organic raw honey provides the right amount of sweetness and flavor for any dish or drink, including year-round staples like oatmeal, yogurt, tea and more. You can also

consider giving a honey makeover to all your favorite holiday recipes, including glazes and sauces for meat and poultry, cocktail recipes, and of course baked treats.

Make substitutions

Other healthful substitutions you can make this holiday season include topping pies with Greek yogurt instead of cream, using apple sauce in place of oil and nut flour instead of white flour in baking, and serving vegetable mash as an alternative to mashed potatoes. A joyful holiday season doesn’t mean you must pack on pounds or feel under the weather. By keeping your health on track throughout this indulgent time of year, you can start 2019 with your best food forward. —Courtesy of State Point Media, Inc.

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he holiday season can be an indulgent one, full of cookies, candies, heavy meals and eggnog. While no one wants to rein in the fun during the merriest time of year, there are simple ways to keep your health on track during this indulgent holiday season.

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NYU Winthrop To Host ‘Love Is In The Air’ The third annual event will benefit the center for cancer care

Fundraising for cancer care will take flight on Wednesday, Feb. 6 when NYU Winthrop Hospital hosts its third annual “Love is in the Air” from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City. Proceeds from the event will support NYU Winthrop’s Center for Cancer Care and work to enhance patient care, support survivorship programs, and support technology and research advancements. Area residents are encouraged to “show the love” by supporting this all-important cause, as each year more than 18,000 Long Islanders on average are faced with the challenges of cancer. “Every day, we strive to improve early detection of cancers, foster the development of advanced treatments, and seek to maintain the quality of life of our cancer patients,” said Eva Chalas, MD, Physician Director of NYU Winthrop’s Cancer Center. “’Love is in the Air’ helps us realize these important objectives, providing funds that directly benefit patient care and well-being.” The fun-filled evening will feature a cabaret show in the museum’s domed IMAX theatre, cocktail dining in a lounge atmosphere, a DJ and dancing. Cradle of Aviation galleries will be open for guests to enjoy. The museum boasts more than 75 air and spacecraft from a hot air balloon to an actual Apollo Lunar Module. The Center for Cancer Care provides multidisciplinary comprehensive cancer care and has a

NYU Winthrop’s Eva Chalas, MD, Physician Director of the Cancer Center, and Jeffrey Schneider, MD, Chief, Division of Oncology/ Hematology at last year’s “Love is in the Air.” robust infrastructure to support our patients, their caregivers and our staff. However, through our study of patients’ distress, we have identified a need for assistance with situations which adversely impact their distress levels. Dr. Megan Winner, one of the surgical oncologists, and her team have developed a new interdepartmental platform capable of extracting relevant data leveraging multiple electronic sources of information. This platform is now powering quality improvement and clinical research at NYU Winthrop.

“The generous support of ‘Love is in the Air’ patrons from this event will fund projects that help identify and treat early signs of distress related to a cancer diagnosis and treatment; accelerate cross-discipline communication about patients’ progress through their cancer care journey; and identify ways to minimize and shorten emergency room visits and inpatient hospitalizations which are linked to side effects from cancer treatment. They will help us swiftly refer patients to needed supportive services, including social work and financial assistance, which can be so important in helping a cancer patient maintain emotional resiliency,” noted Winner. Winner added that the proceeds from last year’s event are already increasing the scope of this platform, “enabling expedited day-to-day tracking of treatment updates across physician disciplines, enhancing the care delivered by our expert team, and empowering a new era of clinical research at NYU Winthrop leading to improved quality of care at NYU Winthrop’s Center for Cancer Care for decades to come.” A full range of event sponsorship opportunities are available for “Love is in the Air,” and tickets are $250 per person. For ticket reservations or more information, call 516-663-8275. —Submitted by NYU Winthrop

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Using Plants To Purify The Air In Your Home BY BEN HOLT editorial@antonmediagroup.com

inding ways to make your home healthy is an essential part of life in dense urban areas. Plants offer many beneficial factors that can not only add beauty to your home but also help recycle the air within it to create a healthy atmosphere. Consider these plants to purify the air in your home:

Spider Plant

This popular indoor houseplant is commonly seen on desks and in offices thanks to its variegated natural beauty. The white and green colored leaves grow quickly and can withstand much neglect from caregivers. Spider Plants remove formaldehyde from home and are non-toxic making them a great addition to homes with children or pets. Plant them in a hanging basket to encourage downward growth as well.

Boston Fern

One of the most iconic houseplants is this widely used fern which has shown as one of the best plants to remove toxins from the air. Ferns are beautiful with their many small leaves and can grow quite large indoors.

While a Boston Fern is excellent as a houseplant, they do require a little more attention than others. You’ll need to water it regularly depending on your home’s moisture and humidity levels. Some homeowners have to spritz their ferns with water on a daily basis for optimal growth as well.

Lady Palm

This beautiful small tree is a good option for homes due to its compact size. The Lady Palm features fans of leaves that add charm to any area of the house. The plant does well at removing ammonia from your home, found in many textiles and cleaning supplies.

Gerbera Daisy

Not only is the Gerbera Daisy a favorite cut flower, but it also is effective in removing toxins from the air. This plant is a popular one for homeowners as it overflows with beauty that instantly cheers up any space. Gerbera Daisies should be placed in a warm spot of the home, like above a fireplace or near a heating vent, as they prefer areas that are above 70°F. Choose to use them in warm bathrooms or well-used areas of the home away from windows or doors that could provide a draft.

Snake Plant

As a hardy succulent, this plant is an excellent option for those beginner gardeners who have little houseplant English Ivy experience. Snake Plants require little Many homeowners think that Ivy attention and can do well in multiple isn’t an excellent houseplant choice due light and temperature conditions. The to its aggressive growth tendency, but plant starts small and will do well on the opposite is true. English Ivy will do tabletops or shelves but can develop great within the home in a hanging bas- into tall with maturity. Move a Snake ket, allowing it to drape over the edges Plant to a corner area when it becomes of the pot. It can be trained into shapes too large. and does well at removing harmful Peace Lily chemicals from the air. It also works This beautiful plant is one of the well in a wide range of sun conditions and can grow well in full shade. Choose few indoor purifiers that features a flower making it a common choice English Ivy for a classic look.

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Using plants to purify the air in your home is a great way to make your home healthier. Getting rid of toxins and chemicals within the atmosphere is one of the many perks of cultivating indoor houseplants. Choose from a wide variety of shapes, styles, and sizes to add the perfect addition to your home in the form of a plant.

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