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departments 53

April 2011

my legs What causes unsightly veins

my attitude Positive thinking can change your outlook

my teeth

Safeguarding your mouth

Special Section: Men’s Health

Your summer action plan

feature 36 The New Deﬁnition of Success

How our ideas have changed in today’s world

In every issue 8

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Over 40 And Fabulous

Best Events Photos from community events

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on the cover Mitchell Anderson Photography by Richie Arpino

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Location: Atlanta Botanical Garden

The latest from the business community

Give-Back Guide Charity events and volunteer opportunities

Best Fun Our ideas for getting out and enjoying life

Real Beauty Answers to your beauty questions

Best Bites Healthy and tasty ideas to nourish your body

Best Finds Shape up with high-tech gear

Atlanta doctors answer your health questions

Best Bulletin The scoop on what’s new around town

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Reader Resources A complete guide to our advertisers by business category

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from the publisher Celebrating Two Years! Best Self Atlanta magazine is celebrating its 2nd Anniversary! We are so thrilled to be at this amazing milestone and so far it has been quite an exciting ride. We have grown in so many different ways. We launched our website last July and loaded it with informative articles, hundreds of events, volunteer opportunities and advice from the city’s health and beauty professionals on just about every selfimprovement topic you can think of. We are connecting with you through social media in the form of our daily blogs, Facebook and Twitter and finally, we have added our event series which allows you the opportunity to connect face-to-face in a fun, relaxed setting to meet the experts in the know. We‘re also distributing the magazine at 1,500 locations around the city and have added direct mail to over 1,200 medical offices. Even though we’ve been busy bringing you all the resources, tools, and inspiration you need to live your best life…we have also enjoyed the journey! And the journey continues with our exciting upcoming May/Two Year Anniversary issue. We will celebrate Mother’s Day and feature unique gift ideas for Atlanta’s moms. And as a special surprise, there will also be a profile on a local mom and New York Times bestselling author. Continuing our mission to promote good health, we will recognize National Stroke Awareness Month by bringing you information on the causes and treatments for stroke. We continue to celebrate our readers within the Best Self Atlanta community, so make sure to head over to www.bestselfconnect.com today to nominate your unique and special candidate for our Over 40 and Fabulous contest. All the best

Rave Reviews for The Atlanta Center Of Cosmetic Dentistry! “I could have gone anywhere in Beverly Hills or Manhattan to get a gorgeous smile. But there’s no other dental office in the world like this.” —Toni Braxton, Grammy Winning Musician, Actress & Mother “Debra Gray King is used to TV cameras inside her Atlanta dental office. In fact, when ABC’s Extreme Makeover wanted the best female cosmetic dentist in the country, they called her.” —WSB TV “Most vacations aren’t this good.” —Time Magazine “I’m still waiting for a guy to treat me that good.” —The Wall Street Journal

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What makes Parc Communities so different from other retirement living options? It’s Parc’s people! While Parc Communities is certainly proud of its beautiful communities, fully-appointed apartment homes and ﬁne dining, it is the people that distinguish Parc from other communities.

ACT ONE It’s a time in her life that she would just as soon forget. But true to character, Jane Fonda is sharing with Atlanta one of the lowest points of her career as an actress. View a rare screening of the 1962 documentary “Jane.” This 53-minute film, by renowned “direct cinema” filmmaker, D. A. Pennebaker, tells the very intimate story of Fonda’s ill-fated Broadway play, “The Fun Couple.” The show opened on Broadway and closed two days later after being written off as a flop. Pennebaker follows a then 25-year-old Fonda and chronicles, boldly, the ups and downs, the disappointment and disenchantment, Fonda’s whole traumatic experience, from start to finish.

What are the beneﬁts of living at Parc Communities? U Friends and neighbors U Stimulating intellectual pursuits U Exciting social activities U Improved wellness, less worry

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Gabourey “Gabby” Sidibe, best known for her Academy Award nominated performance in the film “Precious,” and currently seen in Showtime’s “The Big C,” joins Jane Fonda onstage for an in-depth discussion of the obstacles faced in pursuit of success, the perseverance required to hone one’s craft and the personal triumphs made possible through involvement in the arts. Moderated by Susan Booth, Alliance Theatre Artistic Director, the inspirational dialogue will include perspectives from the young acting students of the Alliance as well as insight from surprise celebrity guests.

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G-CAPP is proud to partner with the Alliance Theatre to bring you this extraordinary evening to benefit GCAPP’s statewide focus on empowering our youth. Committed to enriching the lives of adolescents and helping them achieve a healthy, productive future free of early pregnancy, G-CAPP relies on your support to fund its vital work in Georgia. Tickets for The Power of the Arts are $50 for general admission and $125 for VIP admission. VIP ticketholders will receive priority seating and access to a reception with the actors.

How can I get more information on the beneﬁts of independent senior living?

Tickets and more information are available at www.gcapp.org.

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U Higher quality of life U Comfort and security U Laughter and fun

Contact a Parc community today. We are here to help and would be pleased to explore retirement lifestyle options with your family. www.bestselfconnect.com

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Flower of Youth If your skin is in need of a serious pick me up, Kiehl’s has just the thing. The new Rosa Arctica Youth Regenerating Cream is a powerhouse of fresh ingredients all designed to increase skin cell activity and give your skin that extra boost. Formulated with a rare, hand-harvested Resurrection Flower, Rosa Arctica, this face cream promises to improve the overall ﬁrmness and appearance of skin. Price: $60. Details: Kiehl’s store at Lenox Square Mall, 3393 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326, www.kiehls.com

Wheeler High School student Carden Wyckoff has been nominated for the Tommy Nobis Center’s Galaxy of Stars Luminary Award for Volunteer Advocacy, which honors individuals who have campaigned for the needs and rights of individuals with disabilities. All nominees will be honored at the Galaxy of Stars Awards luncheon to take place April 13, 2011, at the Cobb Galleria Centre. Category award winners will receive the coveted Tommy Award. Details: www.tommynobiscenter.org

Not only do the Braves care about beating the St. Louis Cardinals, but they also care about the health of their fans. On May 1, the Atlanta Braves will join the SCAN (Skin Cancer Awareness Network) Foundation in the ﬁght against skin cancer. As part of “Skin Cancer Awareness Day” at Turner Field, there will be free skin spot checks given by certiﬁed dermatologists before the game.

Show your support for the DeKalb Rape Crisis Center and Sexual Assault Awareness Month by participating in this event to be held April 23. The race begins and ends at Agnes Scott College and winds through the Oakhurst and East Lake communities. The one mile run/walk begins at 5 p.m. and the 5K begins at 5:30 p.m. Stay after the race for refreshments, festivities and awards.

Details: Purchase tickets online at www.ScanFoundation.com, and a portion of all proceeds beneﬁt the SCAN Foundation.

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This year marks the 75th anniversaries of the Atlanta Dogwood Festival and the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Gone With the Wind. In celebration of these milestones, the Atlanta History Center and Margaret Mitchell House united with the Atlanta Dogwood Festival to provide festival attendees with free admission to the Margaret Mitchell house during the festival weekend, which will take place April 15 – 17.

There is a blog for just about any topic out there from health to shopping. Recommend your favorite blog at editorial@bestselfatlanta.com.

Details: The 75th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival, (404) 817-6642, www.dogwood.org. Atlanta History Center, (404) 814-4000, www.AtlantaHistoryCenter.com.

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Check out Best Self’s blog and hear from our staff as we bring you our fun experiences, advice on new products and exciting events around the city. Details: www.bestselfconnect.com/blog Here is one of our favorites: Blogger Simply Sara talks about her healthly journey. Details: http://whatztheskinny.blogspot.com/

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Race Like A Spartan If you love a physical challenge, then the Spartan Race series may just be the place to test your endurance! Not for the faint of heart, the challenge includes a sprint of several miles and an obstacle course. $100,000 goes to the Spartan who can win the entire 2011 Spartan Race series. Join the ranks at the Georgia International Horse Park on April 30. Details: www.spartanrace.com

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Shop For A Cause New luxe boutique ReMixx loves bringing its customers an exciting mix of designer clothing, accessories, jewelry, gifts and more while supporting great causes as well. In addition to donating a percentage of their proceeds to local charities, the boutique also hosts fundraising events for ReMixx Heroes (featured charitable organizations and causes). Do some good for your closet and a local charity when you shop here.

A Culinary Experience Foodies will enjoy the return of the Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show on April 30 – May 1 at the Cobb Galleria Centre. See cooking demonstrations featuring Food Network and Cooking Channel stars and renowned chefs, product sampling and sales from more than 200 exhibitors, celebrity book signings and more. Headliners include Paula Deen and Giada De Laurentis. Details: (888) 695-0888, www.metrocooking.com, general admission tickets are $22 in advance and $25 onsite.

Your Skincare Guide Find expert tips for beautiful skin as well as an inside look at skincare products when you delve into the new book, Your Guide to Beautiful Skin at Any Age from Master licensed Esthetician and Esthetic Educator Lyn Ross. Founder of Institut’ DERMed Clinical Skincare, Ross says there is something in her book for everyone of all skin types and ages. Details: Institut’ DERMed Spa Buckhead, (404) 261-5199, www.idermed.com

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Finely Filtered Quench your thirst for delicious tasting H20 with the stainless steel ﬁltered water bottles from WaterGeeks. Not only do these sleek bottles look good, they are also good for your drinking water as they effectively ﬁlter out any harmful contaminants, bad odors, lead and other potential tap water contaminants. The materials of the bottles themselves even ensure a healthy lifestyle considering they are made of BPA-Free plastic and the lowest nickel grade content for the stainless steel. Details: Available at your local Target, GNC, Neiman Marcus or online at www.thewatergeeks.com. $24.99 for a 24oz bottle

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Grab some friends and head out on April 27 to one of 100 Atlanta restaurants participating in the 19th Annual Dining Out for Life event beneﬁtting Open Hand. For those that enjoy a meal at participating restaurants, 20% or more of the total check will go towards supporting the community nutrition programs of Open Hand. Details: www.DiningOutforOH.org, (404) 419-3333.

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Stay cool this summer while shaping up at the same time. Cool Shapes™ Contouring Shorts aim to trim your stomach and thigh area using gel inserts that are cooled and slipped into the shorts’ pockets. According to FreezeAwayFat.com, these packs will diminish the appearance of fat deposits, while contouring problem areas. $99.95 Details: www.freezeawayfat.com

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Experience comfort, ease and high-tech fabric with workout wear from Lucy. Hit the gym with your Rapid Track Pants and Training Tee, both made from the quick-drying, waterresistant Lucy tech fabric, and feel comfortable and conﬁdent during your workout. This fabric allows your skin to breathe and contains absorption properties to help keep you cool. Pants, $78, Tee $32 Details: Lucy Activewear, The Avenue East Cobb, 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta, GA, (770) 578-2698, www.lucy.com

This ﬁtness wear shapes your body while helping you tone up! Cirqulate Active line uses a variety of design elements to allow for stretching along with shaping elements as you work out. The Keen top is ideal for the summer and comes with features including Breezy Top Lining (ventilation and moisture control), Power Mesh (special engineered fabric that compresses and contours certain areas) and Rolls Control (strategic paneling to help enhance target areas). This line is made to accentuate your best assets! Keen tee, $68, pants, $78 Details: www.byanew.com

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If you plan on tuning in as Prince William and Kate Middleton tie the knot on April 29, then why not do it in style? Witness one of the most talked about weddings of the year under the comfort of the grand tent overlooking the new Legacy Fountain as Piedmont Park Conservancy presents The Royal Wedding at Piedmont Park. The affair will feature live coverage of the royal nuptials as well as drinks and light bites. If you are planning a wedding yourself, displays from Atlanta’s top wedding and event vendors will be on hand as well. Details: $30 per ticket, www.piedmontpark.org, (404) 875-7275

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You’ve survived the winter and now that the warmer weather is here, you may have emerged with some extra baggage. Whether you need to have some grooming, to shed some extra weight or just an overall health check up, feeling good about yourself is one of the first steps to having fun in the great outdoors. Here are a few steps to get you going in the right direction.

STEP ONE: Get Your Head-to-Toe Check-Up No matter what your age, your health is important and staying informed is the best way to keep yourself healthy and happy. Whether you are a fitness fanatic or a couch potato, you should continue to be up-to-date on all the latest news and information involving your well-being.

Heart You want to enjoy yourself whether it’s on land or by sea this summer, so first thing to check on is your heart. One of the most important organs in your body, your heart is responsible for carrying out a variety of life maintaining functions. So why aren’t we taking better care of it? According to the American Heart Association, an estimated 81,100,000 American adults (more than one in three) have one or more types of cardiovascular disease. The good news is that unlike other diseases that progress regardless of what action is taken, heart disease can be slowed and even stopped over time, which makes prevention and early detection so important. “Optimal blood pressure is 120/80,” says Scott M. Leibowitz, MD, with The Piedmont Heart Institute Physicians group, “Beginning at age 30, men should have their blood pressure and cholesterol checked annually to ensure both are well managed.” Everything from your age, medical history and family history can all be factors in how healthy your heart is. The first thing to be aware of is your numbers. Make an appointment with your family doctor and get a complete physical done so you can become familiar with your blood pressure, BMI (Body Mass Index), cholesterol, triglycerides and fasting blood sugar. Another test to have done is Cardiac CRP, recommends Edward Espinosa MD, with Buckhead Concierge Internal Medicine. This is one of several blood tests that measures the level of inflammatory process that may be taking place within the vessels supplying blood to the heart muscle. “We now know that inflammation in these vessels plays a key role in the development of coronary artery disease, explains Espinosa, “Recent studies suggest that when Cardiac CRP is elevated, cholesterol-lowering medications may protect patients from developing coronary artery disease even if their cholesterol levels are within normal range.”

Prostate The prostate is a kiwi-sized gland that surrounds a man’s urethra, just below the bladder. There are three main disorders that can affect the prostate: inflammation of the prostate, enlargement of the prostate and prostate cancer. Enlargement of the prostate is a benign condition that often occurs in older men. This enlargement pushes on the bladder, making urination difficult. Inflammation of the prostate, prostatitis, can be a result of general systemic inflammation due to poor diet and sedentary lifestyle, or it can be the result of a bacterial infection. Prostatitis is a painful but treatable condition, and roughly 8% of visits to urologists are due to this condition. Prostate cancer is the condition many medical professionals are concerned about because there may be no obvious symptoms, and as many as 1 in 6 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lives. “Screening men for prostate cancer saves lives," says James Benton, MD with the Radiotherapy Centers of Georgia. "A recent study from Europe demonstrated a 20% decline in deaths from prostate cancer as a result of screening.” Men over the age of 40 who have a history of prostate cancer in the family or who are of African descent should get their prostate checked annually. All men over the age of 50 should go in for annual checkups. “Over 200,000 men were diagnosed (with prostate cancer) in the United States in 2010,” explains Rajesh G. Laungani, MD chairman of the Prostate Cancer Center

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Hormones/HGH Hormones are the chemical messengers secreted by our glands into our bloodstream. Whether these chemical signals are high or low will cause different things to happen in a man’s body. The hormones that are of particular interest to men are testosterone and human growth hormone (HGH). Testosterone is the male sexual hormone. Human growth hormone is the hormone that helps the body to build bones and muscles. Low levels of testosterone often leave a man feeling tired, devoid of interest in sex, and is a risk factor for depression and heart disease. HGH production peaks relatively early in a man’s life, around age 30, and then drops over time. As a man ages, both HGH and testosterone drop, which correlates with loss of bone and muscle mass, decreased sexual activity, and increased body fat.

In addition to eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly, some doctors and patients have turned to supplementation of these hormones to get back to optimum levels. “Ask your physician to check your testosterone level if you are experiencing lower than normal mood, sex drive, or energy,” recommends Laura Beaty, MD of Alliance Primary Care. Testosterone can be supplemented “by using a gel, patch, injections, or implantable pellets,” according to Dr. Beaty. Human growth hormone therapies can be obtained at specialized clinics like Atlanta Wellness and Aesthetics. HGH therapy is usually in the form of an injection, which the patient can be trained to do at home. Take Action: Make an appointment with your family physician and get that physical done that you’ve been putting off. Knowing your numbers is half the battle.

recommended for all ages. Rigorous exercise means breaking a sweat and breathing heavily.” There are plenty of options out there from team sports to a variety of gyms and personal trainers to choose from. First figure out your fitness level and then pick something you know you’ll enjoy. “One of the most effective and time efficient ways to exercise is through interval training,” recommends Darren Triplett, MS, Senior Health Partner at Emory/Georgia Tech Center for Health Discovery and Well Being. “Several studies have investigated one interval training method in particular and found it to be very effective across a wide variety of groups, ranging from healthy adults to those with heart disease, in improving cardiovascular fitness. In addition, by raising the exercise intensity several times over the course of a workout, an individual will burn more calories, which can help in losing or maintaining current weight.”

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Cards / Exercises Red Black Face Total reps completed (card #) (card #) (10) 55 55 100 75 150 75 150 Push-ups Squats “Burpees” Increase the intensity to any of these workouts by adding dumbbells, wearing a weighted vest, decreasing rest between sets, or adding a cardiovascular element between sets such as:

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Adequate nutrition and a balanced diet are the cornerstones to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. For some, losing weight may just mean a slight adjustment to their diet while others may want a faster approach. Start by assessing how much weight you want to shed and taking a serious look at what you eat every day. “Consuming foods that have a minimal impact on your blood glucose level is beneficial,” says Dr. Espinosa. “We use the term low glycemic index to refer to foods that do not cause a surge of sugar to your system.

The treatment for sports injuries varies widely depending on what kind of injury you suffer. Broken bones need to be set properly and put into a cast. A sprained ankle should be treated with the RICE protocol: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Some of the most difficult to treat injuries involve the soft tissues around joints. One of the newer treatments for this type of injury is laser therapy. “Laser therapy is proven to biostimulate tissue repair and growth,” explains Gary S. Martin, DC. “The laser accelerates wound healing and decreases inflammation, pain, and scar tissue formation.” Laser therapy has the advantage that it is both non-invasive and non-addictive. Take Action: Get out there and get active. Find an activity that matches your personal level of fitness – whether it’s walking in the park or training with a boot camp.

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During a time when Americans work 40 to 50 hours a week, social networking has become the new phone call, and texting makes an individual accessible at all hours, it is easy to become wrapped up in the daily grind. However, there is a growing movement of individuals who see the light at the end of the tunnel, and strive to create more out of their work week than just collecting a paycheck. The images of power suits and a corner office no longer define our working world. Some individuals are opting for creative stimulation, a flexible work schedule and a job that makes them happy, as opposed to substantial financial or promotional gain. And the numbers don’t lie. A 2006 study by the Department of Labor revealed workers between ages 18 and 35 change jobs an average of 10 times. The 2010 U.S. Census revealed that 10.3 million of us work as independent contractors, 10.1 million individuals are self-employed, and 5.9 million people work from the comfort of their homes, as compared to the 1990 Census, where 4.1 million worked from home and 8.7 million were self-employed. It seems as though the daily grind is making a transition from cubicledriven to something that resembles professional freedom: creating your own success.

Why Make a Change? Christopher Bennett, owner and creator of Ignite Your Life, notes if you’re not doing something you love, you begin to die internally. “I really think a lot of depression we hear about is not so much because we are depressed psychologically, we are depressed spiritually,” he says. “If one is not true to themselves, they begin to lose themselves.” Bennett, who incorporated Ignite Your Life last year and has been coaching people to find their true passion for the last 10 years, knows what it is like to make a drastic career change. “I used to feel energized, engaged and excited about my corporate position, and as that energy began to fade, it became very clear that my inner happiness was definitely more important than continuing on the corporate path, regardless of financial gain or stability.” Through Ignite Your Life, Bennett now provides one-on-one coaching to individuals and provides key note speaking and workshops on the integration of one’s personal journey as it relates to how they are expressing themselves in life. Bennett

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The former mortgage banker and Wall Street executive hit the road for ﬁfteen months, taking off for three or four days at a time, with Andrew by his side. Lore’s wife, Mandy, would join the crew on longer trips.“I learned in 15 months the joy of making time,” Lore says.“We rode the rails, we went to the ocean. We went to the top of mountains. It was all pretty inexpensive.The very simple things in life are so wonderful.” Lore was contacted about his journey by Les Hewitt, who coauthored The Power of Focus with Jack Canﬁeld and Mark Victor Hansen of Chicken Soup for the Soul. After a review of his journal, Lore was told he was “a good editor away from a good book.” A year of searching for a publisher resulted in the publication of Lore’s book Roll the Windows Down, It’s Raining, and is now in its third printing.

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The now-author, who is nine years in remission, says every time he thinks the hype is over, someone calls for him to be a group speaker or do a signing.“On a weekly basis, locally, people come up to me and say they are changing their life because of this book,” Lore says. As for the business world, Lore still holds a positive view of corporations.“I got cancer because I worked 70 hours a week, I didn’t exercise, I didn’t get enough rest. My exercise was running through airports,” he says.“That wasn’t my company’s fault, that was my fault. I have slowed down, but I only know I’m old when I look in the mirror. Old is relative.” Lore now works a non-proﬁt he started called “Here’s Help”, an entity that assists individuals who are having trouble keeping their mortgages. He also runs a consulting business for banks. “It’s so important that people evaluate what is their God-given talent. Don’t worry about money, the money will come,” Lore says.“Find what you have a passion for. Find what you are good at…Find what suits you to work.Then contentment will follow.” A total career change is not the only way to incorporate your passions into your work life. Do what is best for you.

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New Successes During his nearly 20-year acting career, Anderson appeared on popular TV shows such as Party of Five, Doogie Howser M.D. and ﬁlms such as Jaws: The Revenge and SpaceCamp (just to name a few). When he decided to leave Los Angeles and make Atlanta his home, he also decided to leave acting behind for a while and concentrate on his new passion: cooking. Anderson found himself under the tutelage of Chef Jennifer Levison, and after a stint in her kitchen, he decided to strike out on his own and make the dream of owning his own restaurant a reality. Soon Anderson’s venture really took oﬀ and he found himself as busy as ever. “I love (owning a restaurant), and part of my desire to change careers was to have something to do every day. Be careful what you wish for!”

The Green Beginning At first glance you might not see how a restaurant and a garden could have similar aims. However, when you hear it from Anderson, you start to see it unfold. “Getting this opportunity to partner with the garden exactly fits what MetroFresh’s mission is,” he explains. “We said, ‘let us be a permanent exhibit.’ We’ll be the part of your day where you get to taste what’s in the garden.” When you come down to it, both establishments aim to create a healthy experience for patrons through all five senses with MetroFresh being the taste portion of your visit. “We want to not just be a place to get some food, but also a place to interact and really be part of your whole experience at the garden.” In addition to the fresh, ever-changing menu that is part of the allure of the restaurant, the new location will also have an interactive element for kids. Challenged with creating a prepackaged snack, a requirement made by the health department, Anderson looked www.bestselfconnect.com

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From the Kitchen to the Home Staying healthy in both his professional life and his personal life is something that Anderson strives for. “When I was acting, I worked out five days a week, because I had a lot of free time between auditions,” explains Anderson, whose exercise regime today doesn’t really consist of rigorous time spent at the gym, but instead around the kitchen lifting heavy pots of soup and crates of fresh vegetables and running around the city to find the freshest ingredients for his dishes. Anderson credits eating a healthy diet as part of his secret for staying fit. “I eat right and stay active. I am not able to go to the gym but I am active every day. I also think positivity is key to a healthy life,” he says. One of the ways Anderson stays active is involving himself in charity work. Last year he participated in the Celebrity Dance Challenge Dance for Self-Esteem with EDIN (The Eating Disorders Information Network). “One of my resolutions is to make the time to do something non-work related,” he explains. “But I still love what I do! My favorite part of my job is definitely the people who walk through the door. We are lucky to have great energy coming our way every single day.”

Mitchell Anderson dishes on healthy living Have you always been a healthy eater and conscious of your diet?

What do you consider to be your greatest achievement?

I have always enjoyed good food. Even as a child we ate really great fresh food – much of which literally came from farm stands on the side of the road.

I think my business for sure, but more than that, I am most proud that I have created a loving home with my partner of 14 years. I always say that if I were to die today, my friends and family can rest assured that during my life I knew love, joy, and kindness.

How long have you lived in Atlanta and what is your opinion on its restaurant scene?

What is your favorite dish to cook?

I’ve lived in Atlanta ofﬁcially for 10 years and unofﬁcially for almost 15. I think the restaurants here are great. There’s always something new and exciting, and the old favorites are great.

I love cooking Thai foods. Last night I made my favorite seared salmon with a great stir fry, Thai Chili sauce with coconut! I even put a little avocado in it.

How do you balance your busy schedule?

What do you do on your days off?

Basically, I don’t! And I wish I could. The restaurant keeps me very busy and it always seems like there’s one more thing to do. I love it, and part of my desire to change careers was to have something to do every day. Be careful what you wish for!

What is your recipe for staying active, involved and energetic? I really do have a lot of energy for someone of my advanced age (49). I think I’m just lucky in a way, but I try to get enough sleep, eat right, and worry about only the things I can control. I do get overwhelmed and stressed, but I try as hard as I can to work step by step. My ﬁrst business advisor, Allen Jones, told me to do one task, then another, then another, and surprise, suddenly you’re done.

I usually go to Lake Hartwell with Richie and our dog Schotzi. Or I read the New York Times and lie on the couch.

Are you ofﬁcially done with acting or are there any projects you can see yourself doing in the future? I won’t audition ever again. If something came up and I could work it into my schedule I would consider it. I love acting and I don’t think you ever really lose the love of it. I get excited when I see something really good – that’s the only time I miss it.

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A community coming together to raise funds and celebrate hope for the future. Come join the movement and together, we can ﬁnd a cure! Georgia Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Piedmont Park, 1071 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, 30309. 10 am. www.walkMSgeorgia.org

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Enjoy elegant food samplings from Atlanta’s top chefs, live, silent and wine auctions, wine tastings and live entertainment to help end childhood hunger in America. Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry Campaign. The Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St., Atlanta, 30313. 7:30 pm. www.atlantataste.org

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ATLANTA STEEPLECHASE

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A family and pet-friendly 5K/10K for walkers and runners of abilities with post-race fun including great food, fun activities for kids and live music! Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Perimeter Place Shopping Center, 100 Perimeter Center Place NE, Atlanta, 30346. 8 am. www.sprintforcancer.com CHEERIOS CHALLENGE 10K/5K ROAD RACE Covington Family YMCA. Covington Family YMCA, 2140 Newton Drive, Covington, 30014. Times Vary. www.active.com

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BLIMPIE HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO

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Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Saturday, May 7, 6:45 am, Atlantic Station, 171 17th St. NW, Atlanta The 21st Annual Komen Atlanta Race for the Cure 5K run/walk and 1 mile walk raises money to save lives and end breast cancer forever. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. This year, an expected 18,000 Atlantans will help raise $2 million. Seventy-five percent of all funds raised are awarded to Atlantaarea breast health screening and education programs. Twenty-five percent is given to the national Komen Research Grant Program to find a cure. Race Day Registration begins at 6:45 am followed by the 1 Mile Walk at 7:45 am, 5K Run/Walk at 8:30 am and the Survivor Ceremony at 9:40 am. Whose life are you running for? Registration is open until May 3 and donations are accepted until May 31. For more information and to register online, visit: www.komenatlanta.org.

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April 26

KAUFFMAN TIRE SPRING CLASSIC FOR KIDS

One of Children’s largest fundraising events featuring two of college baseball’s top programs and state rivals. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Drive SE, Atlanta, 30315. 7 pm. www.choa.org

April 28

ARCA’S 21ST ANNUAL UNCORK A CURE

A fabulous evening of great wine, extraordinary food and terriﬁc live and silent auctions with tons of fantastic items up for grabs! AIDS Research Consortium of Atlanta. The Foundry at Puritan Mill, 913 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd., Atlanta, 30318. 6 pm. www.uncorkacure.org, www.arcaatlanta.org

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NEW BALANCE GIRLS ON THE RUN 5K

A family-friendly 5K that is USATF sanctioned with vendors, food, music and great awards and prizes given out. Don’t miss the Goody Happy Hair Station! The Atlanta Council of Girls on the Run. WestStride, 3517 Northside Pkwy., Atlanta, 30327. 8 am. www.girlsontherunatlanta.org

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A community coming together to raise funds and celebrate hope for the future. Come join the movement and together, we can ﬁnd a cure! Georgia Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Marietta Square, 4 Depot St., Marietta, 30060. 10 am. www.walkMSgeorgia.org

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Raising awareness about leukemia, cancer and bone marrow transplants as well as funding cancer research projects and providing support to cancer patients and their families. The Jacquie Hirsch for A.L.L. Foundation. Brook Run Park, 4770 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody, 30338. 8 am. www.jacquieforall.com

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A 1.5 mile walk to ﬁght lupus and ensure the Georgia Chapter continues to provide and expand programs for the 55,000 lupus patients in Georgia. Georgia Chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America. Piedmont Park, 1071 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta, 30309. 4 pm. www.lupuswalkatlanta.kintera.org

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A favorite festival of the community with live entertainment, kids activities, over 80 restaurants and caterers offering tastes of their culinary specialties and more! MUST Ministries Food Drive. Marietta Square, 4 Depot St., Marietta, 30060. 11 am. www.tasteofmarietta.com

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7TH ANNUAL AUTISM-GA GOLF TOURNAMENT Autism Society of America. Chateau Elan - Legends Golf Course, 6060 Golf Club Drive, Braselton, 30517. www.asaga.com

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MARIETTA SHOW HOUSE OF ART AND DESIGN

The ﬁrst designer showcase to coordinate the interior design of the house ‘around’ the art. Reveal Preview Party May 6th and open to the public May 7th-22nd. Marietta Cobb Museum of Art. 21 Whitlock Drive, Marietta, 30064. 7 pm. www.MariettaCobbShowHouse.com

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ALS RUN FOR LIFE 5K

Emory ALS Center. The Avenue Forsyth, 410 Peachtree Pkwy., Cumming, 30041. 8 am. www.alsrunforlife5k.com

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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Country Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek, 30022. 4 pm. www.choa.org

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Sheperd Center. Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy., Conyers, 30013. 2 pm. www.derbyday.com

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2011 ARTHRITIS WALK

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GENERACETION 10K RUN/2K FUN RUN

Support Kate’s Club and Senior Citizens Services as we run and raise funds for two deserving groups in our community. Kate’s Club and Senior Citizen Services. Grant Park, 840 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta, 30315. 8:15 am. www.scsatl.org

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WALK NOW FOR AUTISM SPEAKS

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DANCING STARS OF ATLANTA

Fundraising event comprised of 10 local celebrity dancers paired with 10 professional dancers, all raising funds by gaining votes in a one night gala dance competition. Alzheimer’s Association. Loews Atlanta Hotel, 1065 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, 30309. 7 pm. www. dancingstarsofatlanta.kintera.org

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