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May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month®.

And with springtime upon us, and summer around the corner, it is truly the season for showcasing bare, healthy, beautiful skin.

But it starts with good skin health. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will get skin cancer in their lifetime. I have friends who have lost their lives to this killer—but no more. It is often preventable so make it a priority to get your skin screened for this disease each and every year.

Dr. Debra Gray King is the founder of the Atlanta Center for Cosmetic Dentistry (ACCD) and a pioneer in cosmetic dentistry. She is one of less than 70 dentists worldwide to be an Accredited Fellow, which is the highest level of competence recognized by the prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). She has been featured on The Doctors, Extreme Makeover, the Wall Street Journal, and various news media outlets.

Not only are screenings offered free of charge at many hospitals, community centers, health fairs, and through your health insurance and dermatologist, the screening is quick and painless and early detection can save a lot of time, money and most importantly, your life. See p. 20 for a quick list of screenings offered or contact your healthcare provider and schedule an appointment today.

Once you’ve had your skin cancer screening, give your derma some love—we will help you! There is no better source in the city to find all the amazing treatments, products and procedures to have your skin ready for the season than Best Self Atlanta magazine. Here are some of the professionals I urge you to check out...

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from the editor Jump Into Something New There’s no denying that the month of January brings about new beginnings. But there is no reason why April or any other month can’t jump-start your desire for doing something you’ve never done before.

Springtime is refreshing. It’s the ideal season to take a leap of faith and jump into something new. During a recent Team Activity Day, our Best Self Atlanta team tried indoor skydiving at iFLY (p.16). The rush we felt “flying” filled us with so much adrenaline there was no place for fear.

While trying something new is exciting, a sense of uncertainty is bound to linger. What’s most important is to push past that doubt in pursuit of the adventure that lies ahead. Media personality, Rashan Ali, is proof that change is inevitable (p.23). And her organization, Sporty Girls, Inc., encourages minority girls to embrace this angst and try nontraditional sports like lacrosse, golf and soccer.

On the more glamorous side of that spectrum, we invited you, our readers, to welcome the unknown and be canvases for incredible makeovers by some of Atlanta’s top makeup artists (p. 47). The results were unbelievable! Each artist used their talents to transform their model and simultaneously showcase her natural beauty. While some models may have been nervous about their new look, the smiles on their faces revealed that the risk was well worth it.

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Dr. Paul G. Sutej (middle) and Dr. Gary E. Myerson (right) welcome Dr. Paula Tanasa (left) Dr. Tanasa sees patients with a diverse rheumatologic pathology.

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Choate Construction Company Chairman and CEO Millard Choate, and his daughter, Emily Bridges, discovered the devastating effects of Cystic Fibrosis after Emily’s best friend, Leann Ott, was diagnosed at 3. Gear up for Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month in May at their Cars & ‘Q for the Cause event on April 29, which will feature over 100 collectible cars, live music, a selection of craft brews, and Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q. Details: Ticket prices vary. 8200 Roberts Dr., Atlanta; carsnq.passioncff.org

Activism at Any Age Atlanta resident, Isabella (pictured right) spent her 14th birthday like many of her other days—helping those around her struggling with substance abuse. On April 2, Isabella will attend the National Youth Activist Awards in Nashville, where she is nominated for the Community Ambassador and Environmental & Health Impact awards.

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From Darkness to Life hopes to increase the number of qualified addiction counselors in schools.

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Grab Mom for some friendly competition at Second Helpings Atlanta’s Food & Field Fest on May 13. Tackle relay races, tug-of-war and play giant Jenga, Connect Four and tic-tac-toe. Kiddos can get creative by packing and decorating bag lunches for the organization’s partner agency.

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I like to describe myself as a fearless woman. So the idea of skydiving— the excitement, the weightlessness, the cool factor—seems thrilling but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have a little apprehension about the safety involved. In an effort to experience the thrill of a dive in a controlled environment, my colleagues and I turned to iFLY, one of Atlanta’s indoor skydiving facilities, for a Team Activity Day. At Best Self Atlanta, we love to try new things as a team and encourage our readers to do the same.

Our flight instructor, Harrel Kimball, greeted our group and whisked us away to learn the three basics of flying in an indoor wind tunnel: relax your body, keep your chin up, and straighten your legs.

circulating up from the bottom of the tunnel leaves you hovering in flight.

For my first flight, I spent part of my time on the floor of the tunnel due to my inability to execute flight basic No. 1—relax. Designed to mimic the free-fall length of a true skydive, 45-60 seconds, each flight is 60 seconds long. Thankfully, everyone gets a second flight, since the first is basically you getting used to flying. The second time, I was able to fly a few feet higher. At one point, Harrel and I flew in tandem quickly descending up and down. It was much “Suddenly, you are closer to the feeling I imagine jumping weightless, the force from out of an airplane is like.

air circulating up from the bottom of the tunnel leaves you hovering in flight.”

After our training session, the reality of flying was setting in. Our instructor’s reassurance that nothing bad would happen coupled with the general excitement of the group had me at the front of the line before I knew it.

If you have something you’d like the Best Self team to try, send an email to: editor@atlantabestmedia.com. Our past adventures include tai chi with Florin Szondi, POUND® fitness at Concourse Athletic Club, Ballroom Dance Clubs of Atlanta, and volunteering at the Truly Living Well garden.

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Once he was in the tunnel himself, Harrel motioned for me to step forward toward the tunnel doorway. Placing my arms above my head, I slowly fell forward into the tunnel. Suddenly, you are weightless, the force from air

Overall, I left feeling alive from the adrenaline rush, belly sore from laughing at myself and my coworkers, and hoping for another chance to fly soon.

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Inman Park Festival & Tour of Homes April 29-30 Grab your spot at Edgewood and Euclid Avenue and watch this spunky parade featuring the Butterfly, Trash Monarch, Precision Attaché Case Drill Team and Seed & Feed Marching Abominable band. inmanparkfestival.org

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RT Booklovers Convention May 2-7 Booklovers, beware! This weeklong convention invites everyone from readers and bloggers to reviewers and librarians to attend fun workshops, author meet and greets and more. rtconvention.com Food That Rocks May 6 This festival for foodies features bites and beverages from several local restaurants such as Under The Cork Tree, Hammocks Trading Company, il Giallo Osteria & Bar, and Three Sheets. The outdoor event is sure to rock your taste buds. foodthatrocks.org Decatur Lantern Parade May 12 Proudly display your lantern while lighting up the streets of Decatur with family and friends at this battery-powered event. decaturartsfestival.com Dirty Girl Mud Run May 13 Get down and dirty with your gal pals and make your way through a 3.1-milelong course with various obstacles to run, walk, climb or crawl—all while being covered in mud! godirtygirl.com

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Sports played an integral role in my development as a woman,” Ali says. “It allowed

me to know what leadership looks and feels like. It shows you how to literally fall down and get back up.”

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This awareness of the power of sports in shaping her life inspired her to start Sporty Girls, Inc. The 11-year-old nonprofit seeks to empower minority girls by exposing them to sports not traditionally offered in metro-Atlanta public schools such as golf, soccer, swimming, and tennis. To date, the organization has graduated nearly 25 young women from its Sporty Tract To Scholarship Program, many of whom have received academic scholarships.

And Get Girls Sporty and Sporty Clinic initiatives have served 800 girls since the program’s inception in 2006.

This summer will mark the introduction of lacrosse to the Get Girls Sporty program at the organization’s new Day Camp Experience.

to college on football or academic scholarships. Her mother, Joyce Godfrey, was a Pop Warner youth football coach whose team of boys was undefeated one season.

Ali played softball, soccer and basketball, and was also involved in jazz, tap and ballet. But swimming was the sport that would take her the furthest.

She and three other girls made up the The Worthington Valley Dolphins’ relay team, which was a part of the DeKalb County Swim League [now known as the Atlanta Swim Association]. “We were the only black girls in the water at the time and we were fast,”Ali recalls of the team her dad coached.

All four of the swim team members went to college on swimming scholarships, and they remain close to this day. “The beauty of our bond is that it did not end in the pool,” Ali says.

“These three women were bridesmaids in my wedding almost 15 years ago.

Our bond is unbreakable, and it all started because of swimming.”

Whether she was achieving in sports or in the professional world, Ali felt the constant warm encouragement of a loving cheering section. That support and a degree in broadcast journalism from Florida A&M University helped her start her broadcasting career in 2001, when she beat out hundreds of Rashan poses with Sporty Girls, Inc. participants. competitors to secure a spot alongside the popular Ryan Cameron Sports have been a vital part of on his Hot 107.9 FM morning radio Ali’s life since she was a child. Her show. father, William “Buck” Godfrey, is the winningest coach in DeKalb County history, having sent 270 young men bestselfatlanta.com

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“I knew I wanted to be in front of the camera as early as age 3,” Ali says. “I had no idea what it would look like, but I am thankful that I dreamt it and it came to fruition.”

Ali was a recipient of the Unsung Heroine Award from the Coalition of 100 Black Women in 2003. That was also the year she was chosen as a JET Beauty of the Week. In 2005, she was presented with Youth V.I.B.E.’s Leading Lady award and the YWCA’s Women of Achievement honor. For three consecutive years, Ali’s on air successes were celebrated with March of Dimes’ Achievements In Radio awards in 2006, 2007, and 2008.

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Ali was the sideline reporter for the Atlanta Hawks for four seasons. She also was social media correspondent for TV’s “NBA GameTime” during the 20102013 NBA Playoffs, and served in the same capacity on the network’s show, “Fantasy Insider,” for two seasons.

Ali was the college football sideline reporter for the Southern Conference Sports Network in 2011, as well as the Atlanta Football Classic in 2011 and 2012 for NBC Sports Network [known then as Versus]. From 20132015 she served as a college football and basketball sideline reporter for CBS Sports Network.

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Ali’s childhood swimming relay team broke several records in the DeKalb County Swim League, including the 1985 record for fastest 100-yard freestyle relay/10 and under division, which was just broken two years ago.

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official local TV partner of the Atlanta Falcons, Ali was asked to join the Saturday lineup as a co-host. Today she can be seen with former Falcons and University of Georgia player, D.J. Shockley on “Rise Up Weekly,” which takes a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of the team’s players.

a built-in cheer squad,” she says.

“I received so much love from the city and that love has never died. I feel privileged to represent Atlanta in every facet of my life.”

Her work in radio and the countless media and sports reporting jobs that followed that first one brought Ali many chances to gain personal strength.

“Radio gave me my thickest skin,” she says.

“To be let go after doing a shift can be heartwrenching. I thought that was an isolated situation, but after it happened two additional times, I knew it was the culture. I think the greatest professional challenge I have faced is that there is always someone in position who either likes you or they simply don’t. That in turn, determines so much. I suppose that’s the case with many jobs.”

fashion hits or misses in our segment, “Rocked It or Dumb Jocked It!” It’s a fun segment. So much so that head coach Dan Quinn’s wife told her husband it’s her favorite part of the show,” Ali says.

And now, at 41, after an extremely successful and layered career as a TV personality, radio show host, sports reporter and founder of a nonprofit organization (not to mention children’s book author, wife and mother), Ali is drawing from yet another foundational sports principle: reinvention.

“[Sports] allowed me to know what leadership looks and feels like. It shows you how to literally fall down and get back up.”

“I truly enjoy hosting this show! Out of all of the shows I’ve been a part of, radio included, I enjoy this one the most. It’s not just the Xs and Os of the game, we feature the Falcons in the community and tap into their

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Having built an impressive professional life freelancing her well-honed skills as a broadcast journalist and media personality, the lifetime Atlantan is experiencing a renewed spiritual connection that is drawing her to a higher purpose. She’s ready for her “big gig,” as she calls it.

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Lacrosse will be introduced this summer at the Sporty Girls Day Camp Experience.

“You have to take greatness into your own hands. You can’t let others determine your greatness,” Ali says.

“There’s another level of me that is totally untapped, and figuring out what that looks like can be daunting. But you have to give yourself permission to say, ‘This is my life.’ A life is like a fingerprint; there’s nobody’s life that’s like yours.”

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MAKE PLANTS THE STAR They key is making plant foods the star of the show and that includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and pulses such as beans, peas and lentils. For those who eat meats, that’s fine too. But beef, pork, chicken and other animal proteins should be the supporting actors, not the lead.

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Barley–Pine Nut Salad

Barley’s chewy texture and nutty flavor are welcome in soups and stews, but it also shines as a key ingredient in this grain-based salad with nine grams of fiber per serving! Note: If you are eating gluten-free, substitute quinoa or brown rice.

Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley ¾ cup chopped jarred roasted red bell peppers 1 small cucumber, diced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¾ teaspoon sugar ½ teaspoon table salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese Bring 2 cups broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan; stir in barley. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until barley is tender. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Drain well.

and crumbled feta cheese; serve immediately.

Combine cooked barley, roasted red bell peppers, cucumber, dill and parsley in a large bowl.

To make it a Brown Rice-Pine Nut Salad: Substitute 1 cup brown rice for barley. Increase broth to 2¼ cups, and increase cooking time to 45 minutes. Proceed as directed.

Whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, sugar, table salt and black pepper. Drizzle over barley mixture, tossing to coat. Sprinkle evenly with toasted pine nuts

Nutrition information per 1⅛ cups serving: 314 calories; 11.8 g fat (sat 2.3 g, mono 6.5 g, poly 2.4 g); 7 mg cholesterol; 44.8 g carbohydrate; 8.5 g protein; 9.4 g fiber.

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OMG! DON’T FORGET OMEGA-3s The fats in fish oils are in the ‘good for you’ Omega-3 family associated with supporting our hearts, brains and eyes. Wow, that’s three more reasons to go out for sushi!

The current U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommend we eat at least two (3.5 ounce) servings of fatty fish per week, such as salmon or tuna. White-fleshed fish such as tilapia and cod are good for you too because they contain lean protein, but are not a good source of Omega-3’s. If you don’t like fatty fish you can choose eggs and juices with added Omega-3s or take a supplement.

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until crisp-tender. Remove vegetables from skillet, and keep warm.

1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin strips (1 cup)

Add jelly mixture to skillet, and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute or until thickened.

Whisk together apple jelly, vinegar, 2 tablespoons water, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a small bowl.

Preheat broiler with oven rack 5½ inches from heat.

Sprinkle salmon fillets evenly with salt; place on a lightly greased rack in an aluminum foil-lined broiler pan.

Broil 10 minutes or just until fish flakes with a fork.

Meanwhile, stir-fry carrots and parsnip in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 2 minutes. Add green onions and bell pepper; stir-fry 2 to 3 minutes or

Spoon about ⅔ cup vegetables onto each of 4 plates; drizzle each serving with 1 tablespoon sauce.

Top vegetables with salmon fillets, and drizzle 1 tablespoon sauce over each fillet.

Nutrition information per cup vegetables, 1 salmon fillet, and 2 tablespoons of sauce: 404 calories; 15.8 g fat (sat 3.4 g, mono 6.7 g, poly 4.3 g); 87 mg cholesterol; 26.9 g carbohydrate; 37.7 g protein; 3.2 g fiber.

MINDFUL MEALTIMES There’s a pace and grace to living happily that dovetails nicely with nutrition advice to slow down a bit and savor the flavors of foods. Turns out that gobbling and guzzling aren’t all that figure friendly.

A study conducted at the University of Rhode Island found that women consumed 70 fewer calories and were more satisfied when they ate a meal at a slower pace. That’s more good advice to be happy and healthy. Let’s celebrate with a little dessert.

Again, fresh produce plays a featured role in Baked Pears with Toasted Oat Topping. All recipes are from Carolyn O’Neil’s “The Slim Down South Cookbook: Eating Well and Living Healthy in the Land of Biscuits and Bacon” published by Oxmoor House.

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Start to finish: 1 hour and 11 minutes Servings: 6 3 Bosc pears 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice cup toasted slivered almonds cup sweetened dried cranberries ½ cup orange juice 6 tablespoons vanilla 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt Toasted Oat Topping Preheat oven to 375 F. Peel pears, and cut in half. Scoop out core to form a small well. Place pears, cut sides up in a baking dish.

Combine honey and lemon juice, stir in almonds and cranberries.

Spoon honey mixture into center of pear halves. Pour orange juice into baking dish.

Bake, covered, at 375 F for 15 minutes; uncover and bake until pears are tender.

Place pear halves on plates; drizzle orange juice mixture over pear halves. Spoon 1 tablespoon yogurt onto each pear half, and sprinkle with 2½ teaspoons Toasted Oat Topping.

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Preheat oven to 350 F. Stir together cup uncooked regular oats and 2 teaspoon light brown sugar; add 1 teaspoon melted butter. Spread mixture evenly on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 F for 15 minutes until lightly toasted.

Nutrition information per 1 pear half with 2½ teaspoons of topping: 196 calories; 4.5 g fat (sat 0.9 g, mono 2.2 g, poly 1.0 g); 3 g cholesterol; 39.5 g carbohydrate; 3.6 g protein; 5.2 g fiber.

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Start Asking About Your Reproductive Health National Infertility Awareness Week (NIAW) runs from April 23-29, 2017. Whether you’re ready for pregnancy now or are just keeping your options open for the future, it is never too early to start a conversation with your doctor about your reproductive health. Unfortunately, a lot of women don’t even approach the subject of their fertility with their doctor until they start trying to get pregnant and find that they are having difficulty. If you are between ages 20 to 40 and your doctor does not raise the subject, then you should.

Ask your doctor to test your ovarian reserve. Women are born with about one million eggs in the ovaries, and from that point on, egg supply is slowly dwindling down. This process speeds up in the mid-to-late 30s, which makes getting pregnant more challenging with age. A simple blood test to check your Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH) level can provide information about your current egg reserve. As a woman’s egg supply declines, so does her AMH level. The AMH test is fairly routine, and can be completed by most standard laboratories.

Ask your doctor to check you for fibroids. It’s not only size, but location of fibroids that makes them a threat to fertility. If you have been diagnosed with fibroids, you should have periodic monitoring of your fibroids with a pelvic exam and ultrasound to be sure that they are not impacting your fertility. If you have surgery for your fibroids, you should ask your doctor how surgery may affect your future fertility.

Have an honest conversation with your doctor about your weight and lifestyle. If you are overweight, you are at greater risk of developing diabetes, heart disease and certain cancers. You may also have more difficulty conceiving and having a healthy pregnancy. At your annual exam, talk with your doctor about your body mass index (BMI) and ways to keep it in a healthy range.

There are other things that you can do to protect your reproductive health. You should get annual gynecologic exams, and practice safe sex techniques to prevent sexually transmitted diseases. Don’t smoke cigarettes and avoid secondhand smoke, because both can lower your fertility. Lastly, incorporate healthy diet and regular exercise into your daily routine.

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Skip sitting in traffic and try traveling around on two wheels. Hop on one of the 100 (soon to be 500) bikes available to rent Downtown and in Midtown through Atlanta’s Relay Bike Share program.

Simply reserve a bike on their Google Play or App Store app and ride around the city.

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Bouncing at the Barre Put a spring in your step with Pink Barre’s new BarREbound class. This 55-minute session combines body sculpting moves with high-energy interval training on a mini trampoline. Expect whole-body toning and strengthening in this low-impact and easy on the joints class.

Details: 996 Virginia Ave. NE., Atlanta; pink-barre.com

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Amped Up Yoga BURN is putting a new spin on yoga exercise classes with BURN Body and BURN Sculpt Yoga. Focusing on the muscles athletes use the most, BURN Body aims to release tension in the quads, hamstrings and shoulders. Strap on a heart rate monitor and get to work in BURN Sculpt Yoga, which combines Pilates, barre, yoga and free weights for a blood-pumping workout.

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bestfamily EDIN Celebrity Dance Challenge In 2016, Nancy Keenan competed in the EDIN Celebrity Dance Challenge as a way to give back to the organization that helped save her daughter’s life. Though she won’t be taking the stage again this year, her daughter is a prime example of how powerful the right resources can be in the life of someone suffering from an eating disorder.

Details: Tickets start at $50. myedin.org/cdc

This year’s celebrity dancers include: Stacey Adams (Harry Norman, REALTORS®) and Q Harper Chef Mimmo Alboumeh (Maya Steaks & Seafood) and Natalie Pruitt Mark Beaty, M.D. (Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery) and Asiya Khasnutdinova Tammy McCall Browning (Good Moves) and Nathan Griswold Jennifer Champion (Stay-at-Home Mom) and Erick Nathan Tabitha Grant (Domino’s Pizza) and D Norris Chef Todd Dae Kulper (Doraku Sushi) and Neeti Mehta Milly Marques (Brows by Milly) and Shane Smith Adam Asher Wattenbarger (Salem Media Group) and Ana Llorente Kathy Zickert (Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP) and Desiree Nathanson

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Eating Disorders: Paying Attention to Signs Can Save A Life Norrie and her mother, Nancy.

Local custom homebuilder and real estate agent Nancy Keenan knew something wasn’t right with her 11-year-old daughter, Norrie. After expressing sentiments of frustration with her daughter’s continued picky eating, it was Nancy’s dance instructor, Desiree Nathanson, who put the pieces together. Norrie had an eating disorder.

The increasingly restrictive eating tendencies, the weight loss, the dangerously slow heart rate—it all made sense. As a board member for the Eating Disorders Information Network (EDIN), Desiree had a number of experts for Nancy to turn to for help. “Desiree and EDIN, they were the resource for me to find the nutritionist who ultimately diagnosed Norrie and hospitalized her. So, EDIN essentially saved her life because if it hadn’t been for their resources, I really don’t know what we would have done,” Nancy says.

Could your child be suffering from an eating disorder?

If Nancy could go back in time, here are some of the signs she wished she’d seen.

• Extreme picky eating. Some children will restrict to the point of only eating three or four foods.

• Ritualized eating. Eating foods in a certain order or arranging foods a specific way on a plate.

• Diet talk. Nancy never thought twice about the diet books that laid around her house or what the news was saying about genetically modified organisms (GMOs), but her daughter was absorbing information about which foods were good and bad and using it to fuel her disorder.

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See local celebrities bust a move at this year’s Celebrity Dance Challenge on April 20 at The Buckhead Theatre at 6:30 p.m. and support EDIN’s efforts to prevent eating disorders, decrease the stigma surrounding the illness and more.

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he 2017 Over 40 & Fabulous! Advisory Board reveals how their expertise is helping Atlantans look and feel their best at 40 and beyond. From fitness, hair, skin and overall quality of life to serving the community, these experts are leading the way. See how their insight and experience can help you live longer and look better.

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Dr. Aaron Fletcher of Georgia Center for Ear, Nose & Throat uncovers the potential signs of common ENT issues.

When people arrive at Georgia Center for Ear, Nose & Throat, it is usually because they are ready to put their health first. “A lot of people come in and say, ‘I just haven’t had the time to focus on my own issues,’” says Aaron Fletcher, M.D. Once patients get long-standing issues taken care of, the difference can be dramatic.

“A lot of what I do is Aaron Fletcher, M.D. quality of life Board-Certified Head and Neck Surgeon surgery. I deal at Georgia Center for Ear, Nose & Throat with people’s breathing, their ability to sleep and also their appearance—if someone is having difficulty breathing through their nose, once I fix that issue, it can be life changing.”

For those wondering when to see an ENT specialist, Dr. Fletcher advises paying attention to signs that can be indicative of deeper problems. Weight gain, headaches and voice changes could be tied to the thyroid or lack of sleep could be caused by more than the inability to wind down as in sleep apnea.

“A lot of what I do is quality of life surgery.

I deal with people’s breathing, their ability to sleep and also their appearance.”

With more treatments moving in-office, these common issues can be taken care of conveniently. “I’m excited to be on the cutting edge because a lot of surgery is moving toward being accessible in the office and we are one of the first ones to be on the forefront of that,” Fletcher says.

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ou have done more than 4,000 facelifts. If patients are not quite ready, what options do you recommend?

Dr. Elizabeth Whitaker of Atlanta Face & Body Center reveals the latest options for facial rejuvenation without surgery or downtime.

When Elizabeth Whitaker, M.D. of Atlanta Face & Body Center, says she has experience, she’s serious. One can’t help but notice the exhaustive credentials lining the walls of her office. It is that knowledge that enables her to work with patients to achieve the natural rejuvenation they are looking for when the time is right with her Signature Lifts.

“We exclusively offer Babytox to help with pores and Aqua Glow to infuse moisture and create the perfect dewy glow.”

While face and eye lifts are some of her most popular surgeries with those over 40, “there are so many nonsurgical and minimally invasive offerings now,” says Dr. Elizabeth.

“New fillers continue to come on the market such as Juvéderm Volbella® XC for vertical lip lines and subtle plumping. Other fillers can volumize and lift the cheeks and even rejuvenate aging hands.We are the first in our area to incorporate skin boosters, which are huge in Europe.

We exclusively offer Babytox to help with pores,” Dr. Elizabeth says, “and Aqua Glow to infuse moisture and create the perfect dewy glow.”

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hy is ear, nose and throat health important to quality of life and anti-aging?

Most of all, she enjoys seeing the impact her work has. “What’s so gratifying is seeing the difference in how patients feel about themselves, which ultimately translates into making their lives Elizabeth Whitaker, M.D., F.A.C.S. better. Helping Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon at Atlanta Face & Body Center people feel their best is what it’s all about for me.” bestselfatlanta.com

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Dr. Dina Giesler, of Atlanta Smiles and Wellness explains the connection between oral hygiene and a beautiful smile.

Over time teeth naturally lose their luster, but that doesn’t mean it is a process that can’t be combated. “After 40, our teeth begin to show the signs of aging by wear, staining, color changes and bone loss,” says Dina Giesler, D.D.S of Atlanta Smiles and Wellness.

She advises her patients to assess the Dina J. Giesler, D.D.S., M.A.G.D. current state of Master General and Cosmetic Dentist their teeth and at Atlanta Smiles and Wellness how things may have changed over the years.

“Teeth begin to move because our jawbones change and previous dental work is typically in need of repair or replacement,” Giesler says.

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s it really true there has never been a better time to experience hair loss?

Yes, it’s true! Dr. Ken Anderson of Anderson Center for Hair reveals what you may not know about modern hair restoration.

You’ve probably seen work from Anderson Center for Hair and didn’t even realize it. And that’s the point. “The best hair transplant results in the country can fly right under the radar,” says Ken Anderson, M.D. of Anderson Center for Hair.

“One of the most treasured things that I love about the practice is how happy and satisfied the patients are when the hair grows in.”

“It is so much different now than it was five to 10 years ago,” Anderson says. Today, the options for hair restoration are extensive. “We have stem cells, we have lasers and robots. It continues to evolve at a rapid pace.”

As the only practice in Georgia to provide artistic robotic technology for hair restoration, Dr. Anderson gets to combine his creative talent with his technical skills using the ARTAS™ robot. “When you are creating hair lines, I am literally drawing on people’s foreheads—that’s my canvas if you will. The surgical part of hair transplants is not very invasive but the results are heavily dependent on the artistic talent and passion of the surgeon.”

An evaluation of the way the teeth come together (occlusion) can help determine if straightening the teeth would be beneficial. Discussions about veneers, gum grafting, examinations for periodontal disease and increased recare cleaning visits also often take place.

“This is a time to really think about prevention,” Giesler says.

Dr. Anderson is passionate about modern hair restoration techniques because he has witnessed the emotional impact they can have. “One of the most treasured things that I love about the practice is how happy and satisfied the patients are when the hair grows in.

Bite guards are another recommendation she suggests to protect the teeth from further wear. This coupled with good day-to-day practices can help maintain the sparkle of a smile year after year. Giesler’s bottom line? “Every day, keep your mouth clean, floss, and don’t neglect your teeth, or I promise, they will go away.”

He encourages anyone thinking about hair restoration to have a consultation and find out what treatment is right for them.

“After 40, our teeth begin to show the signs of aging by wear, staining, color changes and bone loss”

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Dr. Ashley R. Curtis of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta reveals why injectables and lasers can be a hit when it comes to aging gracefully.

Laser treatments and Botox® have become what some might go so far as to call beauty necessities when it comes to antiaging. “Hands down, the most popular treatments for patients over 40 are Botox® and laser procedures. So many patients come in after hearing friends or family members raving about their treatments, and both actually live up to the hype,” says Ashley R. Curtis, M.D. of Dermatology Associates of Atlanta (DAA).

She has seen Botox® create beautiful results time and time again in men and women of varying ages and ethnicities.

Ashley R. Curtis, M.D. Board-Certified Dermatologist at “As long as Dermatology Associates of Atlanta you’re going to an experienced and licensed professional like a board-certified dermatologist, you can expect to look like a younger, revitalized version of yourself,” Curtis says.

“Hands down, the most popular treatments for patients over 40 are Botox® and laser procedures.”

Interestingly enough, the patient can play almost as big a role in the success of Botox® and laser treatments as the professional. “The people who are happiest with their results are those who have realistic expectations to begin with, and the people who actually share the same goal as the treatments they’ve chosen: to help them look younger and more well-rested, but still make sure they look like themselves.”

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an someone really look their best ever over the age of 40?

Here’s what past Over 40 & Fabulous! Top 10 winner and media personality, Tom Sullivan, has to say.

Taking care of himself has always been a priority for TV host and corporate emcee Tom Sullivan. And now that he is over 40, he finds himself looking and feeling better than ever.

He gives a lot of that credit to his personal trainer, Scott Cameron of Buckhead Elite Personal Training Studio, who also encouraged him to enter the 2016 Over 40 & Fabulous! contest. “I think the contest really put me in a group of people who celebrate who they are. People who want to continually improve who they are and live a better life just like the mission of the magazine,” says Sullivan.

Tom uses Cryo Elite Therapy weekly to reduce inflammation, increase metabolism and rid the body of toxins. He credits his youthful skin to The Nouveau Clinic, and hair to Brad Partridge from The Collective, a salon.

“I think the contest really put me in a group of people who celebrate who they are.”

On the inside, Sullivan has found strength through his faith and followed his intuition to pursue his passions even further. He has taken his gift for photography and enhanced it with the help of local professional Scott Reeves and is now working with VT Estate Sales.

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ow can someone over 40 look youthful and refreshed without overdoing it?

Like many Over 40 & Fabulous! participants, giving back is a priority for Tom. “I work with many charities...three mission trips with SERV International...and locally with SafeHouse Outreach, which is now 35 years strong. Helping others nurtures my soul to shine God’s light.”

His advice to those over 40 looking to live their best life physically, mentally and emotionally?

“Celebrate who you are and listen to your gut!”

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hy is the community we surround ourselves with so important when it comes to being fit over the age of 40?

Karen Foley of Windy Hill Athletic Club reveals the difference a community can make in getting the most out of a workout routine.

Don’t let Windy Hill Athletic Club’s 100,000 square feet fool you. This resort-style club is centered around creating an environment that encourages every member to achieve their goals.

Whether it be the facility’s barre, boxing, yoga or high-intensity based VOLTAGE class, your success is their priority.

“Having a community to surround yourself with is important to achieving your goals, and best of all, they are there to help celebrate your successes,” says Karen Foley.

Because of its diverse membership, Windy Hill Athletic Club Karen Foley understands that General Manager at every member’s needs Windy Hill Athletic Club are different. Their experienced team is there to offer guidance with goal setting, coaching and support every step of the way. “Our promise to members is to inspire you through movement, community and personal attention. We understand that everyone likes to move differently and we have that option for them,” Foley says.

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“Our promise to members is to inspire you through movement, community and personal attention.”

As part of Windy Hill’s ongoing process to meet the individual needs of members, they are constantly adding new classes and programs. Their Tennis in No Time program offered in May and June turns you into a tennis player in just three weeks. Get the hang of the racquet with six lessons and three social parties to get you in the game.

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Nyssa Green, founder of The Green Room Agency, shares how to stay current.

When women sit in the chair of Nyssa Green, founder of The Green Room Agency, it’s change that’s on their mind.

“A lot of clients over 40 ask to update their look. At some point, they realize that they’re wearing the same colors, clothing, and hairstyle they’ve had for years, and it’s time for a change.”

That openness to experimentation often leads to the most satisfied clients. “The people that are happiest with their results are always the ones that are most open to our suggestions,” says Green.

“The people that are happiest with their results are always the ones that are most open to our suggestions.”

The artistic training of The Green Room Agency artists enables them to create looks that are both current and complementary. Whether clients are re-entering the workforce, getting back into the dating scene or preparing for a reunion, “our work gives people new confidence and an esteem boost that’s hard to get from a mall makeover.

Oftentimes it’s just a matter of seeing yourself from another point of view, and sometimes it’s a complete transformation,” Green says.

She is still surprised by how many clients come to her wearing the same makeup and hairstyles they’ve worn since their 20s and 30s. Green advises those over 40 to stay away from most frosted makeup, play with new products, tools, and treatments, and enjoy updating their beauty routine with guidance from a professional.

“My work is all about bringing out the best in everyone we work with. Studies show that how a person looks is directly related to how they feel and we focus on making them look their very best on every level,” Green says.

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TRUSTED TOOLS: “One of my go-to items that I can’t live without is mascara because no matter what you do to someone’s face, the eyes are always a big accent.”

AS A MAKEUP ARTIST: “I am a little eclectic. I love natural looks but I also love glam looks. I am a little of everything like right down the middle.”

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THE AFTER LOOK: False lashes combined with a fuller brow, which Renelyn calls “instant Botox,” gave Susan a lifted, youthful look. By slightly overdrawing her lips with a cream lipstick, Renelyn was able to add volume.

AS A MAKEUP ARTIST: “I love to let the client’s natural beauty shine. I focus on clean skin and then add fun pops of color and sparkle to give that extra special touch.”

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AS A MAKEUP ARTIST: “I like to make the person feel beautiful in their own skin. So I highlight the things that are beautiful naturally and add a little pop of glam to them.

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TRUSTED TOOLS: “Laura Geller concealer is the real deal. I cannot live without it.”

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Sleek and Sophisticated THE BEFORE LOOK: Christina loved Amy’s eyes and wanted to show them off with a smoky eye and lashes. Her vision for Amy was solidified when Amy told her that she doesn’t normally do dramatic looks.

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Spider veins are the least serious of the most common vein disorders. Spider veins are essentially smaller versions of varicose veins and are caused by blood pooling in the veins because the valves are not closing completely. Spider veins commonly appear as small red or purple clusters of veins that Spider veins are near the surface of the skin.

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cosmetic issue for many people due to the areas of the body where they show up – particularly on the legs, but they can also develop on the face, feet, and hands.”

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Sclerotherapy is generally recommended only for spider veins and small varicose veins. Although it works well on treating existing spider veins, it does not prevent the formation of new spider veins.

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The underlying cause can be any number of factors, including heredity or hormonal changes (including those caused by birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy, and pregnancy). Anything that restricts circulation, including sitting or standing for long periods, as well as obesity and squatting to lift heavy objects, can contribute to them.

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Featured events For more events, visit bestselfatlanta.com April 8 FIGHT THE STIGMA CASINO NIGHT Place your bet for a good cause.

Mental Health America of Georgia will host its annual silent auction to help provide early intervention measures for people battling mental illness. Expect table games, dancing, dinner and more. Tickets start at $75. mhageorgia.org

April 20 ATLANTA’S TASTE OF THE NATION FOR NO KID HUNGRY This exclusive foodie fundraiser, which uses 100 percent of its proceeds to support Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign, returns with chef and television personality, Catherine Ann “Cat” Cora. Enjoy food and drinks from more than 50 of the city’s top restaurants. Tickets start at $250. ce.nokidhungry.org/atlanta

April 21-23 ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL NIGHT MARKET This nonprofit is passionate about celebrating Atlanta’s cultural diversity. More than 200 vendors representing 70-plus countries will come together to provide visitors with an up-close-and-personal look at international art, food and drinks.

Relish live performances, gorgeous garb and more. Three-day tickets are $10 and kids 12 and under are free. atlnightmarket.org

April 22 34TH ANNUAL CARE AFFAIR GALA Tri-Delta has been organizing this spectacular dinner for over 30 years.

With the purchase of your $120 ticket you are helping to end childhood cancer. In the past, this event has raised over $2 million. They plan to raise at least $120,000 more. care-affair.com

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Put those gluteus muscles to work as you climb over 1,300 steps in the Bank of America Plaza Atlanta. Your efforts will help raise awareness for lung disease as well as go toward patient education, advocacy and research. lung.org

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May 12 8TH ANNUAL THRIVING CHILDREN GALA Presented by Steve Hightower Hair Salon & Day Spa, this gala features food, drinks, auctions, a professional New York-style runway show, and Derek Barry, a Las Vegas Britney Spears impersonator. The event will benefit Lost-n-Found Youth, a nonprofit for homeless LGBTQ young adults. Tickets start at $75. atlthrivingchildren.org

May 13 SUSAN G. KOMEN GREATER ATLANTA RACE FOR THE CURE

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Help researchers get closer to finding a cure for breast cancer at this race that includes a 1K, 5K and Survivor & Thriver Strut and Recognition Ceremony. komenatlanta.org

May 20-21 SHOOTOUT FOR SOLDIERS ATLANTA

EVERY THURSDAY IN APRIL 5:30PM

This 24-hour event aims to assist veterans through fun, consecutive lacrosse games. Funds raised by participating teams will benefit national and local charities. shootoutforsoldiers.com

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my best self Jenny Pruitt Over the past four decades, Jenny Pruitt has built an incredibly strong reputation and record of success as a real estate leader. The CEO and founder of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty attributes her achievements to her indomitable optimism and deep faith.

By India Powell An extremely active philanthropist, Pruitt is involved with Habitat for Humanity and serves on the Board of Councilors for The Carter Center, as well as the Board of the Directors of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. She is also on the Board of Directors for the Buckhead Coalition. Pruitt is particularly passionate about her work with the Georgia chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

What are the biggest shifts you have seen in real estate over the years? What has remained constant, if anything?

When I started in the business, we did not have cellphones, Internet or computers so the world today is a very different one. Now, while all of this technology changes how we do business, it has not changed the fact that deals are done between people. Buyers and sellers still very much need to partner with a professional REALTOR® in order to navigate the sometimes bumpy waters of a transaction. The job of the Dancing Stars of Atlanta agent is not to just identify the right house On May 6 at the Cobb Galleria Centre, for a buyer; it’s about solving problems 14 local stars will take the stage with along the way so that the experience professional dance partners in hopes of for the parties involved is as smooth as winning the most votes ($1 = 1 vote). possible. It is the constant change and Help the stars by voting online now until the end of the competition in support of evolution of our industry that energizes Alzheimer’s research. me the most about our business and it’s Tickets start at $350. why I can’t wait to go to work every day. alz.org/georgia

I have had a philosophy in my companies [past, Jenny Pruitt & Associates, and present, Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty] that if we take care of the people, the bottom line will follow.

Happy agents make happy clients and smooth transactions. We endeavor to take the burden off our agents with the support that we provide them allowing them to prosper in the areas of the business they do best. Beneath this philosophy are my strong spiritual beliefs, which have always guided me in my decision-making process. My strong relationship with God is without question the foundation on which my success has been built.

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Why are philanthropy and volunteering important to you and what does it bring to your life?

To whom much is given, much is required. I believe we must pass it on and give back to our community. I operate with an overflowing cup.

What does your work with the Alzheimer’s Association mean to you?

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, every 66 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. It is a devastating illness and I am helping to raise money to eradicate this disease. The Dancing Stars of Atlanta event is so awesome! The dancers work so hard with their pros and it is exciting that the audience is made aware of the devastation of this disease.

Photo courtesy of Elisabeth Sherwin, photography by Image Bureau.

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