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For appetizers, he recommends the Iddly, which is steamed rice and lentil patties. Dosai (described as “light and low in calories crepes from rice and lentil”) is a popular choice as well. e recommends the Sada Dosai or the Masala Dosai, which is where the crepes are filled with potatoes and onions. When it comes to curries, he recommends the Paneer utter Masala, which is served with tomatoes and onions in a silky sauce. Also, the Pullavs (rice specialties served with pachadi) are popular for first timers as well. A great house specialty is Gobi Manchurian, which is cauliflower marinated in flour and saut ed with garlic, ginger, chili and soy sauce. For those who are interested in trying a bit of everything, the lunchtime buffet is popular. “The buffet is really popular, especially for people coming for their first time,” Chettiar says. “Of course, dinner time is perfect as well.” Served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the buffet is fresh and filled with the restaurant’s most requested dishes. You can order from the regular menu during those times, too. Chettiar notes that Ruchi does a lot of catering to local businesses and groups and is a family restaurant with his family helping out in the kitchen and on the floor when they can. One other unique factor is that the eatery is open on most holidays, so if you’re looking for a unique place to dine on Thanksgiving or Christmas, they’ll be ready to serve you.
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Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for accreditation. They also added gynecological cancer treatment to their Ruchi egetarian South Indian Cuisine has received several growing list of patient services, another first for the West online accolades, including being named a local favorite on alley. Yelp and appy Cow.
To learn more about Ruchi egetarian South Indian Cuisine, including hours of operation, visit www.ruchiaz.com.
Today, the practice now boasts 52 physicians, more than Chettiar says that their location in Chandler is including currently 200 employees and 20 partner offices alleywide, their only location and he’s happy to have so much support several in the West alley cities of Peoria, Avondale, from the Surprise local community, both vegetarians and nonGlendale, and Wickenburg. vegetarians alike. “We are a cancer center without walls whose services stretch into every inch of this community, offering the West alley with the best doctors, best treatment technologies and best research in the country,” Dr. Reed says. “Cancer is a disease of survivors and we want to keep it that way.”
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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of diabetes and the impact it has on millions of Americans. Locally, there are approximately 532, 00 people in Arizona with diabetes and ten percent of those are type 1 diabetes (T1D) patients. Most people have heard about type 2 diabetes, a metabolic disorder in which a person’s body still produces insulin but is unable to use it effectively. Type 1 diabetes is different. It’s an autoimmune disease in which a person’s pancreas stops producing insulin, a hormone people need to get energy from food. T1D strikes both children and adults at any age and suddenly. Its onset has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. Though T1D’s causes are not yet entirely understood, scientists believe that both genetic factors and environmental triggers play a role. There is currently nothing you can do to prevent it, and at present, there is no cure. That’s the motivation and vision for DRF. A world without type 1 diabetes. DRF is the leading global organization funding T1D research. This organization has a local chapter that works hard year-round to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, treat and prevent T1D. DRF recently united forces to create the Arizona Chapter to serve the entire state and provide resources and support to all ages and stages of those living with T1D. The Arizona Chapter is now a combination of the Desert Southwest Chapter and Southern Arizona ranch with offices in Phoenix and Tucson.
Throughout the year, the Arizona Chapter holds two galas including the Promise all Gala this month, two walks, more than six outreach events, a weekend camp for kids, and participates in two national ride events. All the proceeds from these signature events go towards funding research, advocating for government support of research and new therapies, ensuring new therapies come to market, and connecting and engaging the T1D community. DRF Arizona Chapter also offers programs to help those in the community. One essential program is the DRF ag of ope. It is provided to children diagnosed with T1D within the past three months. It is filled with useful resources for both the child who has been diagnosed with T1D and their caregivers. These resources include Rufus, the bear with T1D, a blood glucose meter, a carbohydrate-counting tool, books, videos and more. “We continue to find special ways to help those with T1D in our community,” says DRF Arizona Chapter xecutive Director Paula oca- ommarito. “It’s all because of the outpouring of support from our community and generous sponsors throughout the year that DRF is able to continue to raise vital funds and educate people on what it’s like to live with this disease.” Living with T1D is a constant balancing act. People with T1D must regularly monitor their blood-sugar level, inject or continually infuse insulin through a pump, and carefully balance their insulin doses with eating and daily activities throughout the day and night.
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doses of insulin, as well as research that will ultimately deliver a cure. Today, there are approximately 1.25 million Americans living with T1D and 5 million are expected to have the disease by 2050. DRF Arizona hopes to “turn type one into type none.� For more information on the DRF Arizona Chapter, its events and programs, or to donate to fund a cure, visit www.jdrf.org arizona.
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Nizhoni Ranch Gallery is proud to announce a special showing of Steve Getzwiller’s personal collection at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum in Wickenburg from November 18, 201 to une 3, 2018. The exhibit, One Trader’s Legacy Steve Getzwiller Collects the West, features a rare collection of Native American pieces from the owner of Nizhoni Ranch Gallery. It will include Getzwiller’s guns, horse gear and Apache material, plus Native American art, Navajo rugs, baskets, pottery, paintings and more. Learn more at www.navajorug.com. azhealthandliving.com
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On November 18 and 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza will bustle with more than 180 fine artists selling their masterpieces, local musicians and food vendors representing a variety of cultural tastes. ArtFest of Scottsdale features fine arts in a variety of mediums such as metal, paint, clay and glass, as well as crafts and wares including jewelers and sculptors. Two stages feature live music from artists such as local music legend Walt Richardson. ArtFest also encompasses an interactive kids’ zone, local nonprofit book sale and other local community organizations. ArtFest of Scottsdale offers free parking and free admission. Dogs are welcome. For more info, visit www.888artfest.com. azhealthandliving.com |
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Stroll through artist booths and view paintings, sculptures, batiks, unique jewelry, photography and more during the first ever Gilbert Fine Art Wine Festival, Fri., Sat. and Sun., Dec. 1, 2 and 3. The festival will take place at the Gilbert Civic Center located at 0 . Civic Center Drive, just south of Warner Road on Gilbert Drive. More than 100 fine artists will display and sell their original art from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. For information, call 80.83 .5 3 or visit www.thunderbirdartists.com.
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Signs Excessive Sweating is Serious vs. Situational As women go about their daily lives at work, home and in social circles, there’s a common but hidden scourge: excessive sweating. In fact, a national survey conducted by the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS)—the scholars of sweat—shows multiple millions suffer from extreme, uncomfortable, embarrassing, debilitating and emotionally devastating sweating. This type of sweating is a serious medical condition known as hyperhidrosis and nearly 367 million people of all ages struggle with it on their hands, feet, face, underarms or body. Hyperhidrosis can be devastating. While many women attempt to hide their sweating problems and suffer in silence, the impacts are often hard to cover up. Dramatic sweating in the presence of peers at work, or in extracurricular or social environments, can cause severe embarrassment, stress, anxiety and other emotional issues. Even when women are alone, hyperhidrosis often takes a heavy toll— adversely impacting one’s productivity in a myriad of ways, both personally and professionally. Women with hyperhidrosis struggle with disproportionate and random sweating that may drench clothing and footwear, damage technology tools, make exercising and playing sports impossible, promote hiding and isolation behaviors, degrade self-esteem, and even prompt bullying at work and elsewhere. The holistic effect on life—workplace, marital, social and otherwise—is thus profound. In fact, research published in Archives of Dermatological Research indicates that the majority of those with excessive sweating confirm the condition has negative impacts on their social life and well-being as well as their emotional and mental health. Given its extreme impacts, some do seek medical attention. It seems women are more proactive in their attempts to medically rectify the issue amid a Science Daily report that “females are far more likely to discuss their [hyperhidrosis] condition with a health care professional.” Lisa J Pieretti, Executive Director of IHhS, notes, “The pressures of dealing with a ‘sweating problem’ around peers can be catastrophic to self-esteem and more. Too often, people become anxious about going to work, socializing with friends, or being out in public in general. But when those with hyperhidrosis receive support, understanding and appropriate treatment, their lives can be dramatically changed.” To that point, IHhS co-founder Dr. David Pariser urges that, while hyperhidrosis is the No. 1 dermatological disease in 30 November 2017 | azhealthandliving.com
terms of negatively affecting a person's quality-of-life, it’s also No. 1 in having the most positive impact when treated. “When hyperhidrosis is caught early, a person’s life can be transformed for the better in a multitude of ways," he says. With that in mind, the first step toward providing solutions for those women who sweat excessively is to bust some common myths and misconceptions with facts from the experts at the IHhS, including these:
Myth: Sweaty people are nervous or have hygiene issues. Truth: The average person has 2 to 4 million sweat glands. Sweat is essential to human survival and serves as the body’s coolant, protecting it from overheating. People with hyperhidrosis (which causes overactive sweat glands) sweat excessively regardless of mood, weather or activity level—often producing 4 or 5 times more sweat than is considered “normal.”
Myth: If you’re sweating a lot during exercise, it means you’re out of shape. Truth: If you find yourself sweating a lot during exercise,
don’t blame it on being out of shape. Research shows that physically fit people actually sweat more and start sweating sooner during exercise that those who are less fit. Why? Because when you achieve greater physical fitness, you can exercise at a higher level, which generates more heat, which causes you to sweat more. Another factor is how acclimated you are to
your environment for instance, if you’re used to training in hot weather, your body will sweat more and sooner during exercise because it’s become effective at knowing when sweat needs to “kick in” and start cooling you down. If, however, you sweat excessively and uncontrollably (significantly more than what seems “normal” as a reaction to exercise or heat), you may actually have hyperhidrosis.
p Night sweats can be serious and they aren’t just something that affects menopausal women. According to Dr. Dee Anna Glaser, President and Founding Member of the International yperhidrosis Society as well as Professor and ice Chairman of the Department of Dermatology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, night sweats can be significant and shouldn’t be disregarded no matter your age or gender. Drenching night sweats, she says, or any changes in your pattern of sweating should to be evaluated by a physician. Medical conditions with sweating symptoms can include serious infections, cancer, low blood sugar, hormone disorders (not simply the hormonal changes of menopause), and neurologic conditions. Medications may also cause night sweats. It’s important to talk to your doctor about night sweating, especially if the night sweats are accompanied by a fever or other symptoms such as unexplained weight loss. Maybe menopause is the culprit, but certainly new night sweating should be discussed with your physician. One thing you don’t need to worry about hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). The medical condition hyperhidrosis causes excessive sweating when awake, not asleep.
p xcessive sweating can contribute to a number of other problems way beyond the realm of wetness. motional problems such as depression, anxiety, embarrassment and isolation are common. Practical problems with gripping objects and using touch-screen technology are also a frequent issue. ut did you ever consider the effects sweating could have on sunburns, wrinkles and skin cancer risk? If you sweat excessively you’ll need to reapply your sunscreen more often because, you got it, you’re sweating it off and not getting its protective benefits for nearly as long.
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No one, regardless of age, is immune to random bouts of memory loss. While misplaced car keys or forgetting items on your grocery list are nothing to get worked up over, many men and women over 50 do start to worry about memory lapses, especially when they start to occur with more frequency than they might have just a few years ago. ut while memory loss might be quickly associated with aging, increased forgetfulness is not an inevitable side effect of getting older, a fact that those at or approaching retirement age should find comforting. When considering the relationship between memory and aging, it's important that men and women recognize the distinction between memory lapses and dementia, as the two are not one and the same. As a person ages, his or her hippocampus, the region of the brain involved in the formation and retrieval of memories, often deteriorates. This can affect how long it takes to learn and recall information. ut just because this process is slower does not mean it's a warning sign of dementia, which is the loss of certain mental functions, including memory. Though taking longer to recall information can be frustrating, many people still retain their ability to recall information. In addition, while dementia brought on by conditions such as Alzheimer's disease or Parkinson's disease is untreatable, there are things men and women can do to strengthen their memories and reduce their momentary lapses in memory.
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Many working professionals recognize that each day tends to have its mundane moments. The brain can grow accustomed to these moments, which tend to be a routine part of the day. ut altering your daily routine can jar the brain awake, forcing it to focus during those times that had become mundane but now present new challenges. Something as simple as alternating driving routes to work from day to day or preparing some new, yet healthy, breakfast each morning can help the brain stay alert and sharp.
Maintaining a social life as you age is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family. ut there's another reason to continue to be socially engaged. A 2008 study spearheaded by the clinical trials administrative director at Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group and published in the American ournal of Public ealth found that older women who maintained large social networks were 2 percent less likely to develop dementia than women with smaller social networks. In addition, those who had daily contact with friends and family cut their risk of dementia by nearly half. The study also noted that regular social interaction can delay or possibly even prevent cognitive impairment.
While the idea of retiring poolside and watching the world go by might seem nice, such a scenario is not necessarily good for your brain. Numerous studies have shown the benefits that staying engaged in professional activities can have on brain health. The brain does not thrive if it's sitting on the sideline. Staying active in your career will continue to provide the challenges your brain needs to stay sharp and avoid memory loss and struggles with concentration. Men and women who want to leave office life behind can branch out on their own and work as consultants or put their years of experience to use by teaching at a nearby university or secondary school.
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After many years of treating whiplash injuries, I have observed something interesting in the hundreds of patients I've treated. ven though a whiplash is considered a neck injury, a significant percentage of these patients develop widespread pain throughout their body. The development of widespread pain seems to be associated with whiplash injury more so than other types of neck trauma. Recently research published in the ournal o isa ilit Re a ilitation supports this observation. What the researchers found particularly for women involved in whiplash injuries, is that almost 0 percent of these patients develop widespread pain in body parts far removed from their neck, a full 50 percent develop regional pain surrounding their neck. These and other researchers believe that the whiplash trauma can affect the brain and spinal cord and cause increased sensitivity of the nerves that carry pain signals to the brain. This is postulated to be the cause of widespread or regional pain following a local trauma to the neck. Other researchers publishing in the can inavian ournal o Pain, using a special form of MRI, found that whiplash victims suffered from abnormalities in those parts of the brain associated with pain processing. They also report that a third of whiplash patients had abnormally high levels of CRP, an inflammatory marker, in their blood. The researchers conclude that patients suffering from whiplash need special care directed at restoring normal function of their brain.
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Threadlifts are a great option with no downtime. There are two popular options available InstaLift with Silhouette threads and PDO Threads. The Silhouette Instalift is an excellent treatment option when a little more aggressive lift is necessary. The best area for their use is the lower face, correcting the jowl laxity and nasolabial fold area. The threads will redistribute a person’s facial volume and skin back to a more youthful appearance. PDO Threads can be used on the face, neck, knees, arms, The Protect Disc by Miracle alance is an thighs, etc. innovative, compact technology that you apply to your cell phone. The disc is made of oth threads are dissolvable over time, a holographic data storage that is programed however the material in the Silhouette threads with proprietary technologies to neutralize allow for a longer duration. Silhouette threads harmful radiation frequencies that enter your are made of Poly-L-Lactic Acid, a biostimulator, body while you are using your cell phone. which you may be familiar with as this is The programed disc is activated by the the same product of Sculptra Aesthetic. The presence of the harmful radiation frequency. threads have bi-directional cones for a greater Once activated, the protect disc creates an “grab” of tissue. They will dissolve over the energy field that has the ability to convert course of months with effects lasting 18-2 the harmful radiation to a harmless frequency months as new collagen is produced, replacing that is safer for your body. the actual thread. The procedure is performed Another issue with cell phones in young in sterile field with three threads per side adults especially is the loss of normal being placed. ntry and exit points are locally conversational skills that are needed in life. numbed for comfort, with little to no Younger children are being impaired by cell discomfort noted for the remainder of the phones in learning language and face to face procedure. There are no incisions or sutures communication that teaches them life skills placed, the threads are simply snipped off at and bonding with adults. All screen time needs the exit points and stay in place. to be limited for both adults and children to lead a balanced life and should be banned This quick facelift is perfect for patients wishing to avoid surgical procedures and or from family dinner time. may not be candidates yet. e ro uct is not inten e to treat isease su ort or sustain u an li e or to revent i air ent o u an ealt or sel e ucation an to aintain a status o wellness onl . Today more than .8 billion out of billion people on earth own cell phones. We are reluctant to leave home without them. If you talk more than 500 minutes per month on your cell phone you could be causing serious damage to your health. Children with cell phones tend to use them excessively and are a greater risk for serious health consequences and should be protected from low levels of MFs and radiation. The younger the child the more risk of damage.
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for more than 2,000 years in China. In the United States, it became popular during the 1 0s, and has become much more common and accessible during the last decade. In Arizona, the practice of veterinary acupuncture is restricted to licensed veterinarians. The lack of research explaining how acupuncture works can make some Westerntrained veterinarians initially hesitant. While there is a growing body of evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of acupuncture for pain and musculoskeletal injuries, there is not much published evidence to support its use for other conditions. owever, trained practitioners usually find their patients improving after acupuncture therapy, and most animals tolerate it extremely well. Although they may be nervous at first, acupuncture typically promotes a calming response. Combining astern and Western medicine gives us better results for our patients than either one alone, and, when our patients feel better, we feel better.
The use of plants as medicine is one of the only forms of healing that’s embraced by every culture and ethnicity, and has endured since ancient times and is still in use today in many areas of the world. What makes this all the more intriguing is that how and why plants work is still a mystery. Modern science cannot fully explain the healing nature of plants. In the late 1800s, upwards of 0 percent of the population knew how to use the medicinal plants growing in their backyards to treat common illnesses and injuries they had to, as this was virtually the only medicine’ available.
With the rise of what is now known as conventional medicine, shortly before World War One, herbalism slowly fell out of favor and became to be thought of as folk medicine. Rather than viewing nature as the source of healing, as had been done for centuries, people began to view drugs and other modern’ healing methods as superior. The U.S. spends more on health care than any other industrialized nation, while at the same time experiencing increasing rates of chronic disease. It has perhaps never been more evident that our disconnectedness from nature isn’t working.
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The first step to holiday planning is to keep in mind predetermined custody or visitation agreements. Although there can be hope for holiday flexibility and generosity, try to stick as close to existing arrangements as possible. Some families choose to divvy up particular holidays throughout the year in advance. Others may do it as plans get arranged. As long as the arrangement is fair to everyone, the choice is up to the families. The plans should be made known to all involved.
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traditions that have been part of celebrations for years can contribute to feelings of anxiety for people accustomed to these annual traditions. Draw the focus away from how things used to be done and create new traditions that all can anticipate. ost a holiday movie night if this isn't the year to have the kids for Christmas. An annual outing to see a concert or show might be a new tradition the entire blended family can enjoy.
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Putting too much emphasis on trying to make the holidays perfect can backfire. lended families must recognize that holiday celebrations will change. It can take time to find a new celebratory rhythm, and comparisons always will be made. It's acceptable to have mixed feelings about new traditions, but each member should go into the season with a positive attitude.
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Dining out at restaurants can be an enjoyable activity and a break from kitchen duties at home. owever, parents of young children may avoid restaurants because of apprehension about the experience. Getting ready for the restaurant excursion can help families avoid some of the common pitfalls. Patience and planning can help dining out with the family go smoothly.
New parents often need a respite from the near-constant demands of infants. Dining out can be one of those breaks. When a baby sitter is unavailable or if you're not yet comfortable leaving a little one with someone else, bringing baby along may be possible. First, find a family-friendly restaurant or try an establishment that has outdoor seating where you can quickly distance yourself from other diners if need be. Time dining out around the baby's feeding and sleeping schedule. abies sated by a recent feeding and a relaxing car ride may be more inclined to sleep through your restaurant meal. ust in case, pack an extra bottle or prepare to breast-feed to keep your baby happy.
Active children can learn table manners and restaurant behavior early on through practice. These lessons can open children up to new food experiences and help them grow accustomed to social settings. Do not set your child up to fail by selecting a restaurant that is too fancy or quiet. Save those restaurants for when your company is adults only. A place that is used to noise (and moderate mess) is better. A restaurant that has interesting decor, such as an aquarium, can keep toddlers occupied. ut bring along some games, toys and other trinkets to keep their attention. Try playing games, such as counting the packets of sugar or finding people wearing red shirts. Avoid dining out with a tired child, and be prompt in selecting meals and eating. This is not a time to linger, as youngsters' attention spans and willingness to sit still tend to be minimal. e prepared to leave with a to-go box if a child proves unruly. azhealthandliving.com |
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Cardiovascular exercise is important, but women need more iron in their weight-loss regimens, specifically the type of iron found on the weight bench. According to the National Center for ealth Statistics, roughly 21 percent of women strength train two or more times a week. Skipping strength-training exercises eliminates one of the fastest ways to see measurable weight loss. Two sessions per week of strength-training exercises can reduce overall body fat by around 3 percent in as little as 10 weeks. Such exercises can trim inches off your hips and waist, even if you aren't cutting calories from your diet. Muscle also helps burn calories even when you're not working out. A study in e ournal o trengt an on itioning Researc found that women who completed an hour-long workout that included strength training burned an extra 100 calories in the 2 hours following a workout than they in the 2 hours after a workout that did not include strength training. This post-workout calorie burn is commonly referred to as afterburn, and it increases exponentially when women lift more weight for less repetitions instead of lifting lighter weight for more repetitions.
It may be easy to find a problem area on your body and target that area with certain exercises (think crunches for belly fat). ut this is not the best course of action. It's better to work an array of muscles in an exercise session rather than focusing on one particular area. The following exercises can help women build lean muscle and stimulate the afterburn of a good workout.
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difficult for you, start out on your knees and work up to doing pushups on your toes. As you build strength, you will find it easier to do pushups and notice your arms have added muscle and tone. Lunges and squats target some of the largest muscles in your body, which are found in the legs and backside gluteus muscles. Lunges will also work the adductors and abductors of your inner and outer thighs. Not only do these exercises promote strength training in major muscle groups, they require balance provided by engaging core muscles in the abdomen. Your heart rate will increase when these larger muscles are being used at the same time, which means you're getting a cardiovascular workout at the same time as you strength train. Instead of spending 30 minutes on the elliptical machine at the gym, use a rowing machine. In addition to the cardiovascular benefits that rowing provides, you will be working the muscles of the arms, back, shoulders, legs and abdomen while you row. Rowing machines work more of the body than more traditional cardiovascular machines. y including strength-training exercises in a workout and choosing activities that work the maximum number of muscle groups at the same time, women will see a more profound weight loss in a shorter period.
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Many people are aware of the importance of including fiber in the diet, but few people understand the importance of dietary fiber. Fiber is an essentially indigestible substance that is found mainly in the outer layers of plants. Fiber will pass through the human digestive system virtually unchanged from when it was consumed and without being broken down into nutrients. Fiber is classified into two types insoluble fiber, which will not dissolve in water, and soluble fiber, which can be dissolved. Insoluble fiber is typically found in whole grain products, dark leafy vegetables, green beans, wheat bran, corn bran, seeds, nuts, and skins of fruits and vegetables. Soluble fiber comes from foods like oats, nuts, fruits and dried beans. Fiber adds bulk in the digestive system, which helps soften stool and flush out the intestines. It assists in making bowel movements more frequent, preventing constipation. While fiber is often associated with improving regularity, that is not its only role. Fiber, particularly soluble fiber that can be slowly digested will prolong the digestive process, helping to keep the stomach fuller longer. Feeling full can help a person eat healthy portions. Fiber-rich foods are also less calorie-dense. This means you can eat more and feel fuller without consuming tons of calories. Increasing fiber consumption may help men and women looking to lose weight. The slow absorption of carbohydrates also regulates the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream. This can prevent sugar spikes that may be dangerous to those with diabetes. It also may be able to help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study published in the New ngland ournal of Medicine in May 2000. Soluble fiber has been shown to help lower blood cholesterol concentrations by decreasing the absorption of cholesterol and bile acids in the small intestines. When less bile acid is absorbed, the body must use stored cholesterol to make more, lowering blood cholesterol as a result. azhealthandliving.com |
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Get in on the gig economy and become a Tasker so you can make money at things that you're good at or just inclined to do like shuttling kids around, wrapping gifts, caring for pets, hanging pictures, pulling weeds, assembling furniture and products, shopping or anything else that suits your fancy. Set your own rate and availability and then use your skills and free time to boost finances.
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OK, it's not cash, but gift cards can go a long way too! Take surveys, watch videos, search the web, and shop all of your favorite online stores all while earning gift cards. The cards range from 5 to 100 and are offered for shopping with Amazon, PayPal, Target, Walmart and more!
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Power Star and Goodwill Ambassador Over the past few decades, Nicole Kidman has become an international star to be reckoned with. With dual citizenship in the U.S. and Australia, the talented mom-of-four has been awarded with several honors, including Golden Globe Awards, a AFTA Award, Primetime mmy Awards, an Academy Award, and more. Recently, Kidman has starred on both the big and small screens. She has earned accolades for her role on O’s “ ig Little Liars” and played a leading role in “The eguiled,” which debuted at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. Last year, she impressed critics in her role in “Lion,” and, according to multiple sources, she has many projects in the works for 2018. Some of these include an animated film called “The Guardian rothers,” a role in “Aquaman,” and a re-make of “The Intouchables.” “There's the thing about Nicole Kidman she takes risks. Sometimes those risks pay off, sometimes they don't, but it's rare for a major A-list movie star to go places that might scare other actresses as often as she does. And it's been that way from the start,” cites an article in W magazine. “From playing a seductive villain in To Die For’ to her vanity-free portrayal of irginia Woolf, which got her an Academy Award, to even more recent work like The Paper oy,’ irth,’ Rabbit’ and Sofia Coppola's excellent The eguiled,’ Kidman gravitates to parts that challenge her, and there's something very refreshing and brave about that, which makes her a compelling presence on screen.” “This year alone has been a banner one for the actress, who was the unequivocal queen of the Cannes Film Festival, where four of her projects a heat handii ngcom
premiered,” continues the W magazine article. “ ut her biggest success, the one that penetrated her the most and connected on an almost visceral level with audiences was her performance as Celeste in O's mammoth hit ig Little Lies,’ which she brought to the screen with Reese Witherspoon because she and her peer group weren't getting the parts they deserved.” In “ ig Little Lies,” Kidman plays the victim of domestic violence who eventually leaves the situation and finds peace. She won an mmy for the role and has been in the news for speaking out against domestic violence. Kidman is known for making time for charity and bringing awareness to causes that she’s passionate about especially causes that impact women. It never occurred to me that I should be at a disadvantage because I was born a girl...The idea that women and men are equal is part of my DNA. I was raised by a strong feminist mother and a fully supportive father, she writes in an essay for Porter magazine. It is in this role that I come to fully understand the barriers that women around the world are facing. I have focused on lending my voice to women who are survivors of violence. The stories I have heard from them have shaken me to the core and changed me forever...More than ever, I am aware of the need to support and celebrate each other,” she continues. Kidman has been a Goodwill Ambassador for UNIC F for more than a decade and is a spokesperson for UNIF M. She has also partnered with a variety of nonprofits to bring awareness to multiple issues over the years, including family violence and Sydney Children’s ospital. Thanks in part to her company lossom Films, this year, she was named in the Top 10 Most Culturally Powerful People by Australian Financial Review Magazine. “(She's) optioning books for film and T series to be made by her production company lossom Films, retaining Australian writers... Supporting edgier filmmakers and creating the roles for women that she wished had existed at the start of her own career,” according to Australian Financial Review Magazine. In addition to her impactful career and charity work, Kidman has four children and has been married to country superstar Keith Urban for years. To learn more about Nicole Kidman, including how to connect to her work on social media, visit www.nicole kidmanofficial.com. a heat handii ngcom |
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Social withdrawal from friends or activities that used to make you feel good xhaustion that makes it challenging to complete necessary tasks Sleeplessness or sleeping more than normal Lack of concentration that impacts daily tasks Overreaction to minor nuisances Cutting back on leisure activities Neglecting things at home or other people who are well An immune system that is run down, leading to constant illness The Alzheimer's Association says it is important for caregivers to find time for themselves apart from caregiving tasks. Respite care or relying on others to fill in can free up time for a caregiver to relax and recharge. It is also important to prevent caregiving from becoming a person's whole existence. Investing time in other things that provide meaning and purpose can help caregivers find balance. Also, focusing on the things that can be controlled and small victories can make a difference.
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The 1 Liter Cool Touch Fryer is a user-friendly, at-home deep frying system with an extremely compact design for easy storage
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LumiSign is a uniquely designed, battery-operated license plate frame lighting system that automatically lights up when the vehicle brakes and stays on for three seconds to illuminate any one of the colorful insert designs that are installed. If placed on the front license plate, LumiSign illuminates when the vehicle accelerates. ehicle owners can customize inserts or choose from hundreds of the pre-made inserts. LumiSign installs in just a few minutes, no wires required. Available at Amazon and on www.olenstechnology.com.
p The Quirky Pivot Power Desktop is a flexible surge-protecting power strip that bends to fit every sized plug or adapter, ensuring that users will no longer have to waste a single outlet. quipped with three pivoting outlets and two US ports, the Quirky Pivot Power Desktop accommodates plugs and adapters of all shapes and sizes as well as provides easy access for charging phones, tablets and more. In addition, the Quirky Pivot Power Desktop’s four-foot extension cord has a flat, 5degree plug to power even hard to reach places. www.viatekproducts.com
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ShedRain introduces the newest innovation in the umbrella industry with the fully automatic e-Motion. This new motorized umbrella is the first to not only close the canopy, but also slide it all the way down to the handle - in one motion with the push of a button. The batterypowered umbrella can be recharged with a connector included in the handle of the umbrella with one charge lasting a full 150 openings and closings. www.shedrain.com
era radley Seize the Day Coloring ook Pattern Portfolio and era radley njoy the ourney Coloring ook Pattern Portfolio are the brand-new books from iconic lifestyle brand era radley. oth titles are inspiring coloring books. Featuring 0 classic era radley designs, each eye-catching illustration is printed on extra-heavy, 200-year acid-free artist paper. www.foxchapelpublishing.com | azhealthandliving.com
The Salad Maker by Good Cooking eliminates the hassle of chopping and grating. It cuts your food prep down to seconds. Five cone attachments allow you to slice, shred, grate or grind, cutting your meal prep time in half. Available on Amazon, www.mygoodcooking.com and specialty retailers nationwide.
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Touch the heart with the gift of custom-imprinted pendants from Precious Metal Prints! Make a lasting impression of your pet’s sweet little nose print, or your child, or any loved one's treasured fingerprint with their silver or gold pendant kits. Simply order your kit of choice, take an impression of the fingerprint or nose print, then mail back to Precious Metal Prints to have them create the gift that will last a lifetime. In a couple of weeks, you will receive your custom charm on an 18-inch chain to wear with pride. www.preciousmetalprints.com
Arctica's 12 oz. Stainless Steel Wine Tumbler uses innovative dual-wall vacuum insulation that keeps chilled wine cold for hours without sweating. The Wine Tumbler also features a clear press-to-seal lid, making it perfect for backyard brunches. The Arctica Stainless Steel Wine Tumbler is top-rack dishwasher safe for easy, no-hassle cleaning. www.viatekproducts.com
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Good health starts with good sleep because, like a battery, your body needs time to recharge to perform at your max. Using an M disc Deep R M Sleep band at night along with an M disc Performance band during the day will provide the best of both worlds for those who understand we live in a toxic world and need a little help to cope. www.sleepimproved.com a heat handii ngcom |
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Are you a coffee lover that wants to enjoy barista quality frothed milk in the comfort of your own home? The Kuissential Automatic Milk Frother will help you turn your milk or cream into a rich, delicious, fluffy foam. This Deluxe Frother also gives you the option to heat up the milk as it froths. Available on Amazon and www.kuissential.com
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Taking the art out of swaddling, and making it as easy as one, two, three, the Kepi Support Swaddle is the first-ever swaddling system to support and protect baby’s head, neck and spine. ffortless to hold, the Support Swaddle allows friends and family, from the youngest to the oldest, to support and hold baby without worry. www.shopkepi.com
This is the perfect way to cook meat, fish, vegetables and more right at the dinner table! It’s also very simple to use
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p The ayside ackpack is designed with little ones in mind. Featuring a powermesh water bottle holder and an interior divider to keep everything organized, the ayside is the perfect pack for the pint-sized adventurer. www.parklandmfg.com
xplore skyscraper streets, museum miles, local food trucks, and city parks of the United States of America and discover more than 2,000 facts that celebrate the people, culture, and diversity that have helped make America what it is today. Featuring Phoenix, it’s the perfect holiday gift for your little bookworm. www.quartoknows.com | azhealthandliving.com
The cascading glitter on Case-Mate’s Glow Waterfall case is glow in the dark! Yes, you read that right. e the center of attention at the next show or festival you attend with this conversation starter. Available in Glow Pink and Glow Purple on Amazon. Available on Amazon, www.case-mate.com , select retailers, and all major wireless carrier stores.
p Spand-Ice’s hot cold therapy is now made exclusively for expecting moms in a comfortable, safe and easy to use design. Relieve backaches and pains, and support your growing baby bump throughout your entire pregnancy. www.spand-ice.com
Travel in style and keep skin nourished and glowing with LALICIOUS body essentials. The Glow on the Go Travel Collection includes TSAapproved sizes of cult faves, all in an adorable, purse-friendly white cosmetic bag. www.lalicious.com
Unlike other brew methods, the French Press gives you absolute control over the infusion time (longer infusion time produces a bolder and stronger cup). Perhaps more importantly, the unique screen filter of the French Press allows essential coffee oils to make their way into your cup oils that would normally be blocked out and eliminated by paper filters. Available on Amazon and www.kuissential.com.
ookroo is a monthly, curated children’s book subscription. ookroo discovers hidden gems not already on your shelves and brings them straight to your door. With help from a panel of approximately 12 families attending Stanford University who read the books with their own children and rate them, ookroo uses those ratings to help select the best books in each box every month. Choose from two different monthly boxes Picture ook ox for kids between the ages of 2- or oard ook ox for kids between the ages of 0-2. www.bookroo.com a heat handii ngcom |
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Thanks charms to the charity. The delicately sculpted sterling silver charm created for this initiative highlights an artistic rendering of sheaves of wheat along both sides, framing the handwritten words “Give Thanks” in black enamel. www.chamilia.com
Nuu Muu dresses brighten up anyone's day. Lightweight, quick drying, cute and fun alternatives to everyday workout gear. They work perfectly over leggings, sweats, whatever keeps you warm in the winter. www.nuu-muu.com
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and of course,
Press Coffee Roasters rings in its sixth year of its Festivus blend. This mix of thiopian and razilian coffees is designed to make sure the rest of us have that much-needed wake-up call during the holiday season. This year, roaster Andrew Robinson describes the Festivus as bold, smoky and sweet. The 201 Festivus is available starting Friday, Nov. 2 , at Press Coffee’s six locations, or online. www.presscoffee.com
Make shaving great again with this old school shaving kit from WSP. This kit includes all four components of a perfect shave pre-shave oil, shaving soap, a shaving brush and an after-shave splash. All grooming products are handmade locally in Chandler, using natural and vegan ingredients the old-fashioned way. Ditch the thin, unsatisfying lather you get from a can or tube and experience the indulgence of a barbershop shave every day without having to leave your home. It's the perfect gift for yourself or the man in your life, available in several manly fragrances. www.wetshavingproducts.com
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Your desk will thank you for this trendy, teal tape dispenser equipped with over 15 feet of Cactus Washi tape! The perfect present for anyone with a stylish desk space, it’s easily refilled with regular office tape or fits any of lum’s other cute, customized Washi Tape designs. Take your tape to the next level with seven designer sets and eight rolls in each set. www.elumdesigns.com
p ATN Compression Socks are stylish and effective compression socks that will make your life a lot more comfortable! The perfect gift for anyone who spends long hours on their feet. www.atncompressionsocks.com
Nutcase helmets offer a creative and stylish way for riders to express their individuality. No matter where you live, how old you are, or what kind of bike you ride, Nutcase has a helmet that will fit your head, and suit your soul. A great gift for the rider enthusiasts in your life. www.nutcasehelmets.com a heat handii ngcom |
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Get creative with your baking with CucinaPro’s Mini Pie and Quiche Maker. This unique baking appliance makes delicious bite size mini pies and quiches in just minutes. This compact appliance is easy to store and will spark new baking inspiration with the ability to choose whichever sweet or savory filling you like. The interior has nonstick coating for easy clean up, with a circle cutter included to measure your dough out perfectly every time. Available for purchase on Amazon and www.cucinapro.com.
doughble makes edible cookie dough that is 100 percent safe-to-eat, as they use no egg, no raw flour and no chemical leavened. ach batch is handmade with the finest, all-natural and non-GMO ingredients to give it that amazing real and fresh-from-the-mixing-bowl taste. www.edoughble.com
p A must for wine lovers! The small and lightweight bottle opener removes corks with 5 percent less force than conventional bottle openers. The Smart Touch Wine Opener removes corks effortlessly using only two fingers and its twist and pull action prevents corks from breaking inside the bottle. In addition, the Smart Touch Wine Opener comes with an easy to use foil cutter that clips onto the bottle opener for storage. www.viatekproducts.com
p This must-have set includes shower oil and bubble bath, sugar scrub, body butter, hand cream, lip butter and oil. Available in six scent families. www.lalicious.com
p Through a combination of adventure travel stories and practical financial advice, “Keep Climbing A Millennial’s Guide to Financial Planning,” is a fun read that reveals the foundation that’s key to long-term financial success. Available on Amazon. | azhealthandliving.com
It turns out that you can learn a lot from a robot! This cool robot buddy encourages preschoolers to get their minds and bodies moving while teaching them how to follow directions and think critically about the world around them! Active games like “Red Light, Green Light” or “Movi Says” help preschoolers practice their all-important listening skills in preparation for kindergarten. Available at Walmart stores and www.walmart.com
UNO™ is the classic and beloved card game that’s easy to pick up and impossible to put down. You’ll find 25 of each color (red, green, blue and yellow), plus the eight Wild cards, inside the 108-card deck. If you can’t make a match, you must draw from the central pile! And when you’re down to one card, don’t forget to shout “UNO!” www.mattelshop.com
Kids will love this light-hearted game with a fun squawking chicken! Press the chicken and listen for the funny “SQUAWK!” If the hen house opens, the chicken will lay an egg that you get to “crack open.” Did the token inside land egg side up or chick side up? If it’s chick side up, you get to keep a chick token. The player with the most chick tokens wins. Giggling, squawking fun for kids ages four and up. www.mattelshop.com
p For the geek at heart, obsessed with gadgets and toys, Speks is the ideal holiday gift. A pack of 512 high intensity 2.5mm mini magnets that can be mashed, molded, stretched and strung into 3D shapes over and again. They're tactile, reduce stress and each time you create something new. Speks come in 11 metallic colors. www.getspeks.com
The perfect gift for anyone from a new cook to a kitchen pro, this set includes 12 pieces of T-fal’s Titanium nonstick pans. This beautiful cookware is available in a few rich, jewel tones with color-matched soft touch handles that are ergonomically designed for comfort and safety. Proper preheating to seal in food's flavor is a breeze with the patented T-fal Thermo-Spot, which clearly indicates when the pan has reached the optimal temperature to begin cooking. The Color Luxe base features a special diamond design and provides even heating for reliable cooking results. Dishwasher safe, oven-safe to 350°F, and covered by a Lifetime Limited Warranty. Available on Amazon and select retailers. a heat handii ngcom |
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