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Say Cheese! Sole Support If you’re on a Carrie Bradshaw-like quest for gorgeous footwear, why not showcase your love of shoes on your clothing as well? Shoe Freak etc. encourages you to embrace your obsession and wear it proudly. This stylish apparel is a new line of women’s clothing and accessories all adorned with rhinestones. These T-shirts are a stylish complement to your fantastic shoes. The ﬂagship tee is $30. Details: (888) 579-5885, www.theeventsalon.com/shop

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Fashion Fusion The partnership between a pampering nail bar and a trendsetting boutique is coming together at Polished & Primped in Plaza Midtown. Nail services include manicures, pedicures, parafﬁn treatment, hot stone massage and more. After enjoying a relaxing mani and pedi, peruse the selection of clothing and accessories to add to your wardrobe. This new boutique offers a relaxing and chic atmosphere that is open Tuesday – Friday, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday by appointment only. Details: 950 West Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, (404) 879-0500, www.polishedandprimpedatl.com

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Chef-owner Anne Quatrano and cheese monger Tim Gaddis have created a new way of enjoying delicious and unique cheese. Cheese & Crackers is a savory cheese-of-the-month club that will feature a selection of three Southernthemed cheeses each month. Members can select three, six or 12-month memberships during which they will enjoy one to one-and-a-half pounds of three types of cheese per month. This unique gift is available by calling the Star Provisions cheese shop. A threemonth membership is $200, six-month is $375 and 12-month is $775. Details: 1198 Howell Mill Road, Atlanta, GA 30318, (404) 365-0410 ext. 132, www.starprovisions.com

Hot Blogs There is a blog for just about any topic out there! Recommend your favorite blog at: editorial@bestselfatlanta.com Check out Best Self’s blog and hear from our staff as we bring you our fun experiences, advice from health experts, new products and exciting events from around the city. Details: www.bestselfconnect.com/blog Here’s one of our favorites: Living and Eating Well Local chef Nancy Waldeck and dietitian Shayna Komar share their passion for healthy food and delicious recipes. They focus on foods that help ﬁght cancer and minimize side effects during treatment. Details: www.livingandeatingwell.com

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Treats for Your Feet The World’s Softest Socks pamper feet in a way that makes you never want to take them off. The ultra soft and cushioned fabric surrounds your feet with soft comfort. These socks come in an array of styles and colors and are so soft you feel like you’re walking on cotton balls! Choose from quarter length or footsie – one size ﬁts all. $6.99 Details: Natural Body Spa & Shoppe 1432 Dresden Drive, Atlanta, GA 30319, (404) 816-8801, www.worldssoftest.com

Joya footwear is touted as “the world’s softest shoe,” and with good reason. The shoe has a unique sole that contains a system of air ducts that pumps large amounts of air into the shoes’ interior which helps to remove moisture. The padded heel also adds extra comfort and cushion. Available in sandals, sneakers and business shoes for both men and women. Details: Foot Dynamics Inc. 6075 Atlantic Blvd. Ste. M-2. Norcross, GA 30071, (770) 582-1122, www.footdynamicsatl.com

It’s All About The Feet on Tuesday, December 13! Come hear Andrea Cass, DPM of Village Podiatry, talk about general foot health, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for various foot ailments such as bunions, corns and calluses, heel pain, ingrown nails and more. This free seminar will take place at Emory-Adventist Hospital at Smyrna in the hospital cafeteria at 7 p.m. Details: 3949 South Cobb Drive SE, Smyrna, GA 30080, (770) 319-2025 to hold your spot.

Whether you’re lounging on the sofa or taking a walk outside, the Ugg Dakota is a luxurious moccasin that will pamper and protect your feet. Made from suede and fully lined in top grade sheepskin, this shoe is as stylish as it is comfy. The Ugg Dakota is available in several colors including chestnut, espresso, pewter and red. $99.95 Details: Abbadabba’s, 4389 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30342, (404) 262-3356, www.coolshoes.com

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This double beneﬁt kit includes cream for your heels and elbows! Glytone Ultra Heel and Elbow Pamper Kit features a retexturizing cream and body wash to soften and smooth dry, rough and callused heels and elbows, plus an exfoliating pumice stone and 100 percent cotton socks to help soften skin. This multi-purpose product leaves skin feeling smooth and rejuvenated. $72 Details: www.glytone-usa.com

Merrell Women’s Luxe Knit Clogs come in three fabulous fall colors (black, bitter chocolate and burnt olive). This knit style is also featured in their podiatrist-approved Luxe Mid clog, which means super comfort for your feet. The cozy folding wool adds extra cushion, but the molded arch support, breathable pigskin lining and air cushion in the heel adds a full range of support. $115 Details: Merrell at The Forum, 5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Norcross, GA 30092, (678) 969-0785, www.merrell.com

Jessica Shops Pick of the Month Treat Your Feet Right You work hard, so your feet deserve some TLC! Whether you want to protect your feet while walking or running, these great foot-friendly ideas are sure to help keep your toes feeling their best. Show your tootsies some love with “tip toes” heart-shaped Foot Petals ($6.95, FootPetals.com) which help cushion your feet. If you’re a runner, protect your joints with Spenco athletic insoles ($19.99, LadyFootLocker.com). Finally, relax after a long day with portable Hollywood Secrets Fashion Flats ($15) and Miss Oops Pedicure in a Bottle ($6), both available at SageClothing.com. Get moving in comfort! Jessica Dauler For more info visit www.bestselfconnect.com For more info on Jessica, visit www.jessicashops.com

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Method: Place chicken, walnuts, cherries and endive in a large serving bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the walnut oil into the balsamic vinegar and season with black pepper. Pour the vinaigrette over the chicken mixture and toss well to coat. Season the chicken with smoked salt and toss gently to combine all of the ingredients. Serve over a bed of frisée lettuce. Nutrition Per serving (About 5.5oz/148g-wt.), including ¼8 teaspoon ﬁnishing salt: 440 calories (270 from fat), 30g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 27g protein, 18g total carbohydrate (3g dietary ﬁber, 11g sugar), 55mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium Serves: 4

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If you’ve seen the food trucks around Atlanta, you’ve no doubt noticed Yumbii and its fantastic international fare. Yumbii’s menu includes tacos, sliders, quesadillas and burritos made with signature seasoned meats, fish tacos, sesame fries and additional weekly specials. To better serve guests at two different locations, Yumbii has become Atlanta’s first food truck to acquire a second vehicle for its fleet. You can find both trucks dolling out delicious dishes at Midtown’s Street Food Thursdays, hosted by the Atlanta Street Food Coalition. The food trucks will be parked at Callaway Plaza, located on the corner of Peachtree and 15th Street. Yumbii is available Monday - Saturday for lunch from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Monday – Friday for dinner from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

If cooking isn’t on your to-do list this holiday season, why not let PARISH do the work for you? This local Atlanta restaurant is offering delicious Thanksgiving meals to-go, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with family and friends. Chef Joe Schafer combines fresh, organic ingredients harvested by local farmers to create a delicious menu that includes all-natural roasted boneless turkey breast with giblet gravy, sausage and cornbread dressing, traditional green bean casserole with crispy onions, chile and lemon glazed sweet potatoes and more. Orders must be placed by Sunday, November 20 at 5 p.m. and can be picked up after 12 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23. Details: 240 N. Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, (404) 681-4434, www.parishatl.com

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Party in the Kitchen to Beneﬁt Open Hand, Sept. 8, Mason Murer Fine Art 2. Sally Hawn, Mary Williams, Chef Kevin Rathbun, Holly Bayman 3. Stefanie Ellner, Nancy Rollins, Jim Ellner, Brock Tekin, Lay Williams (Open Hand) Open House, Sept.15, Atlanta Smiles and Wellness 4. Dr. Alan Beckerman, Pam Beckerman 5 Debi Weatherford, Lynda Mee, Dr. Dina Giesler, Deedra Hughes, Kristen Burns Open House – SmartLipo Q&A, Sept. 22,LaserMed Skin & Vein Clinic 6. Jean Chapman, MD, Paul E. Cox, MD, MS Revision Skincare Seminar, Aug. 17, Iberian Pig 7. Emily Velez, Erin Caldwell, Genie Howard, Debby Kennedy, Jocelyn McCorkle

Sinless Cocktails’ 5-Calorie Sweet & Sour Mix Launch Party, Aug. 11, Cantina in Buckhead 8. Kristin Klingshirn (The Bert Show), Sari Bernstein (Here 2 Serve) Rally Foundation Fundraiser, Sept. 12, Yogli Mogli, Duluth 9. Dean Crowe, Curtis Lofton, Shirish Shetty

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Can gallstones go away without treatment?

No, not typically. Stones form from crystals that aggregate over time and unfortunately, they do not usually go away. In one study, only 1.5% of patients found to have stones did not have them on follow-up. The good news is that many patients who are found to have gallstones never go on to develop symptoms. So, eat a healthy high-ﬁber diet, maintain a normal weight, and decrease sedentary behavior for good gallbladder (and overall) health. Field F. Willingham, MD, MPH Emory University

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Can poor sleep cause me to gain weight?

Poor sleep or lack of sleep, called sleep deprivation, is increasingly common in modern society. A recent poll revealed that 44% of working adults are sleep deprived (average less than seven hours of sleep) during a typical work night. Since sleep plays a major role in the regulation of our hormones and glucose metabolism, weight gain is a common outcome. By correcting behaviors and disorders causing sleep deprivation (obstructive sleep apnea) you can control your glucose metabolism and actually lose weight.

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The Global Soap Project Promoting better hygiene By Sarah E. King Most of us pay little attention to the bars of soap in our hotel rooms, let alone what happens to the gently used soap once we check out. In the United States, an estimated 2.6 million bars of soap are discarded each day, ending up as waste in landﬁlls. To limit this waste and help millions of people who live without soap or proper sanitation, Atlanta resident Derreck Kayongo founded the Global Soap Project (GSP).

In 2009, Kayongo approached hospitality executive retiree Vicki Gordon with his idea to recycle hotel soaps and the GSP was born. When Kayongo, his wife, Sarah, and Gordon reached out to the Georgia Hotel and Lodging Association, they signed up 13 hotels on the spot to donate their used soaps. This number has since grown to more than 250 participating locations. “We don’t have any employees, all of our folks are volunteers,” Gordon says. “All the soap is melted down and made by volunteers.” Kayongo, who was named to CNN Heroes’ Top 10 Finalists earlier this year, feels the impact of the Global Soap Project and its volunteers is twofold. “It’s a simple reminder to all of us that the American soul and vitality of creativity is still alive and well, even in these difﬁcult times,” he says. “Secondly, simple solutions can still solve big problems in today’s world. I’m still a big believer in the power of a small group of people banding together to start a movement. Our movement at GSP is to stop the environmental impact that soap has when you throw away eight million bars of it. In turn, we are humbled by our recycling of soap to solve the question of sanitation globally.” To volunteer visit www.globalsoap.org.

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After ﬂeeing Uganda in 1979, Kayongo and his family found themselves displaced in refugee camps. It was there that he experienced ﬁrsthand what tragedy poor sanitation can create. Kayongo explains that part of his motivation to create this organization was realized when he discovered that hotels throw away 800 million bars of soap a year while there are people who go without soap or sanitation every day. “This translates into two million children that die every year due to diaherrial diseases.” Kayongo says. “This is unacceptable and to this end, the Global Soap Project was founded to make sure that another child or woman never goes without a bar of soap.”

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G Salon & Spa 1959 Piedmont Rd. NE, Atlanta 30324 404-249-1661, www.gsalonatl.com

ICI Paris Day Spa and Salon at The Avenue The Avenue, Corner of Hwys. 74 & 54, Peachtree City, 30269 770-631-2772, www.iciparisdayspa.com

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★ James W. Davis, Jr., MD, FACS

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Jolie The Day Spa 3619 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, 30305 404-266-0060, www.halcyondayspa.com

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The Cloister at Sea Island Cloister Spa and Fitness Center, Sea Island, GA Sea Island is part of the group of islands known as the Golden Isles of Georgia, which include Jekyll Island, St. Simons Island and Little St. Simons Island. As if being on a gorgeous island isn’t enough, you can also stay at one of the most decadent resorts on the island, The Cloister at Sea Island. This Forbes Five-Star destination boasts a relaxing spa and ﬁtness center unlike any other.

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Among the many treatments offered at this award-winning spa are cleansing and exfoliation services, massages and soothing body wraps. You can also indulge in an array of skin care services, mineral cosmetic application services, peels, waxing and acupressure. Built in 2006, this 65,000 square foot spa boasts a fitness center complete with an indoor pool, strength and cardiovascular equipment, three squash courts, and five studios dedicated to fitness, Pilates, yoga, strength and cardio, and personal training. When you’re through working out, the spa’s saunas, steam room and pools will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. The focal point of this spa is a Garden Atrium, which provides a restful spot to sit, a central fountain and a pool. Inviting chaise lounges placed throughout are perfect for experiencing a quiet moment either before or after a service. DON’T MISS: Enjoy the tranquility of the waterfall whirlpool and an outdoor garden labyrinth. Come either before or after your spa treatment to walk around this uniquely comforting and rejuvenating spot. www.bestselfconnect.com

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Radiance Med Spa 2810 Paces Ferry Rd. SE, Atlanta 30339 770-435-7700, www.radiancemedspaatlanta.com

Rejuvenate Spas 303 Peachtree Center Ave. NE, Ste. AL-112, Atlanta 30303 404-577-4877, www.rejuvenatespas.com

Skin Matters Med Spa 3280 Howell Mill Rd. NW, Ste. 321, Atlanta 30327 770-912-4070, www.skinmatters2.com

The Beauty of Knowledge 5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd. NE, Ste. 870, Atlanta 30342 404-255-2975, www.thebeautyofknowledge.com

The Posh Spot 3621 Vinings Slope NE, Ste. 1115, Atlanta 30339 770-435-9100, www.theposhspot.com

The Spa on Paces 3209 Paces Ferry Pl. NW, Ste. 1, Atlanta 30305 404-237-7712, www.spaonpaces.com

★ Tuscan Sun Massage & Wellness Center

431 West Ponce De Leon Ave., Ste. 7, Decatur 30030 404-370-0880, www.tuscansunwellness.com See ad on pg. 34

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★ Advanced SkinCare Center

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Aesthetic Specialty Centre 1825 Old Alabama Rd., Roswell 30076 770-393-9000, www.aestheticspecialtycentre.com

★ All About You Day Spa

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3005 Old Alabama Rd. Ste. 310, Alpharetta 30022 770-772-7225, www.allaboutudayspa.biz See ad on pg. 69

Alpha-Derm 401 South Main St., Ste. C-7, Alpharetta 30004 770-475-2004, www.alpha-derm.com

★ Atlanta Ink & Lash

1655 Mansell Rd., Ste. 234, Alpharetta 30009 678-615-0497, www.atlantainkandlash.com See ad on pg. 30

Byrd Aesthetics & Anti-Aging Center 11050 Crabapple Rd., Bldg. B, Roswell 30075 770-587-1711, www.byrdaesthetic.com

Jivan Wellness 10990 State Bridge Rd., Ste. E, Alpharetta 30022 678-762-4758, www.jivanwellness.com

Luna Plastic Surgery 6335 Hospital Pkwy., Ste. 216, Johns Creek 30097 678-892-7820, www.lunaplasticsurgery.com

M Medical Spa 3400 Old Milton Pkwy., Ste. C330, Alpharetta 30005 770-475-0566, www.mmedicalspa.com

★ Nirvana Med Spa

4380 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta 30022 678-256-6320, www.nirvanalasercentre.com See ad on pg. 37

★ Quest Women’s Spa & Fitness Center

8470 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Ste. 140, Alpharetta 30022 678-461-9337, www.questwsfc.com See ad on pg. 23

Swan Center for Plastic Surgery 4165 Old Milton Pkwy., Ste. 200, Alpharetta 30005 770-667-0904, www.swancenteratlanta.com

Youthtopia Med Spa 3665 Old Milton Pkwy., Alpharetta 30005 770-772-4806, www.youthtopiamedspa.com

Zenergize Wellness Spa 292 South Atlanta St., Roswell 30075 770-992-2079, www.zenergizespa.com

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Miraval Arizona, Tucson, AZ Set against the Santa Catalina Mountains in the High Sonoran Desert, Miraval debuted in 1996 with a range of experiences and programs all designed to promote well-being. The award-winning spa oﬀers deep tissue massages, invigorating body scrubs, body wraps, acupuncture, Hammam rituals, facial treatments and more.

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Miraval takes a step beyond the physical treatments to offer mental lessons including meditation, Holographic Memory Resolution, nutritional consultations and grief counseling, just to name a few. They also have the expertise of Dr. Andrew Weil, an internationally recognized expert and pioneer in the field of integrative medicine. As the Director of Integrative Health and Healing, Dr. Weil offers workshops based on his most recent book “Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide to your Physical and Spiritual Well-Being.” You can also challenge yourself physically with activities like hiking, mountain biking, on-course golf coaching, wall climbing, equestrian lessons, zipline tours and rock climbing. In short, there is something for everyone to enjoy on 400 acres of idyllic land. The idea of healthy living also encompasses the food that is served at Miraval. Using fresh, local ingredients, the Cactus Flower Restaurant has a range of menu items to accommodate most diets. They even harvest some of their own fresh ingredients such as Kaffir lime, sage, Mexican oregano, Genovese basil, chile peppers and more. This focus on health, paired with Miraval’s team of wellbeing specialists, makes this spa getaway an unforgettable experience.

Evene Day Spa 300 Village Green Circle, Ste. 108, Smyrna 30080 770-432-1001, www.evenedayspa.com

★ Gardner Dermatology

2550 Windy Hill Rd., Ste. 220 & 204, Marietta 30067 770-952-2100, www.gardnerdermatology.com See ad on pg. 5

Invigo Day Spa 2550 Sandy Plains Rd., Ste. 125, Marietta 30066 678-905-7377, www.invigodayspa.com

Paramount Plastic Surgery 3964 Atlanta Rd., Smyrna 30080 678-370-9854, www.paramountplasticsurgery.com

Renew Day Spa 4347 Shallowford Rd., Marietta, GA 30062 770-998-8592, www.renewdayspa.com

Village Health Wellness Spa 4425 S. Cobb Dr. SE, Ste. G, Smyrna 30080 770-444-9191, www.villagehealth.net

★ Vinings Surgery Center

1900 The Exchange, Bldg. 300, Ste. 300, Atlanta 30339 770-955-9000, www.colgrove.com See ad on pg. 54

DON’T MISS: Unique experiences that transcend the typical spa treatments. Services like Miraval’s Equine Experience™ Immersion which challenges you to achieve greater self awareness through working with horses. www.bestselfconnect.com

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★ Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center 4300 Pleasant Hill Rd., Duluth 30096 770-495-9322, www.atllaserlights.com

Prima Center for Plastic Surgery 3096 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Duluth 30097 770-495-1477, www.primacenter.com

Pure Spa & Salon 6275 Spalding Dr., Norcross 30092 770-674-5902, www.purespaandsalon.net

Outside of Atlanta Biltmore Inn & Spa 1 Pack Place, Asheville, North Carolina 28801 828-225-6730, www.biltmore.com

Spa Prunifolia at Callaway Gardens 17800 Hwy. 27, Pine Mountain, Georgia 31822 706-663-2281, www.callawaygardens.com

Serenity Spa at Hilton Sandestin 4000 Sandestin Blvd. South, Destin, Florida 32550 850-267-9500, www.sandestinbeachhilton.com

Spa at Barnsley Gardens Resort 597 Barnsley Gardens Rd., Adairsville, Georgia 30103 770-773-7480, www.barnsleyresort.com

The Cloister Spa at Sea Island 100 Cloister Dr., Sea Island, Georgia 31561 www.seaisland.com

The Grove Park Inn 290 Macon Ave., Asheville, North Carolina 28804 800-438-5800, www.groveparkinn.com

The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation 1 Lake Oconee Trail, Greensboro, Georgia 30642 706-467-0600

Revitalizing Getaway Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, Queensland, Australia

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This spa retreat is the creation of Tony de Leede, owner of the former Atlanta-based Australian Body Works gyms. Located in the Hinterland of Queensland’s Gold Coast spread out over 500 acres, Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat offers a unique approach to the spa vacation. Not your typical spa resort, Gwinganna, which translates to “look out,” in the Aboriginal people’s native language, has an environment that offers reprieve of the mind and body with treatments and services to help rejuvenate you from head to toe. Everything from the facilities to the organic cuisine was designed to help relax you. The resort includes a guest lounge, two infinity pools, fitness studios, an outdoor amphitheatre, a Jacuzzi, seminar rooms and hiking trails. Unique spa programs ranging from four, five and six days allow you to experience a specialized weekend of themed services and treatments. The staff includes nutritionists, personal trainers and more. One of the largest spas in the southern hemisphere, the 33 room Spa Sanctuary has an impressive array of treatments and services. Reenergize with any number of their specialty programs that include detox, sleep, women’s health, nutrition, organic gardening, cooking and men’s health. With such an endless array of options, no two days are ever the same at Gwinganna.

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Beyond the traditional massages, body treatments and facials, Gwinganna also oﬀers unique therapies such as Tribal Dreaming, a two and half hour treatment that involves an 80 minute massage combined with didgeridoo healing (the didgeridoo is an instrument that produces low frequency sound) and orchre clay. There is also Rockupuncture, a marriage of Japanese-style acupuncture and hot stone therapy. Whether you come for a week or longer, you’re sure to leave feeling rested and restored.

Haven Harbor Dr., Braselton, Georgia 30517 678-425-6064, www.chateauelan.com

The Spa at Lake Lanier Islands 7000 Lanier Island Pkwy., Buford, Georgia 30518 770-945-8787, www.lakelanierislandsresort.com

The Spa at Old Edwards 445 Main St., Highlands, North Carolina 28741 828-526-9887, www.oldedwardsinn.com

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Atlanta Medical Day Spa www.atlantamedicaldayspa.com

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Joseph & Friends Salon & Spa www.josephandfriends.com

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DON’T MISS: Delve into the relaxation of the mind with unique, insightful experiences at Gwinganna including Soul Path Reading, Tarot Card Reading, Numerology and Astrology.

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Gwinganna, 192 Syndicate Road, Tallebudgera Valley, QLD 4228 Australia, (61) 7-5589-5000, www.gwinganna.com

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Staycation Spas in Atlanta If you are looking to extend your spa experience, check out these local luxury spa destinations Bliss Spa at W Atlanta - Midtown 188 14th Street, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30361 (404) 892-6000, www.blissworld.com Bliss Spa at W Atlanta - Downtown 45 Ivan Allen Jr. Bld., Atlanta, GA 30308 (404) 582-5800, www.blissworld.com Treatment to try: The Triple Oxygen Facial This classic treatment works to revitalize, hydrate, brighten and tighten skin using pure oxygen.

29 Spa at The Mansion on Peachtree 3376 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 995-7500, www.rwmansiononpeachtree.com Treatment to try: Right off the Vine This exclusive anti-oxidant massage offers the ultimate in relaxation while rebalancing and evening skin tones.

Exhale Spa Atlanta at Loews Atlanta Hotel 1065 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 745-5000, www.exhalespa.com Treatment to try: Weekend of Zen This includes two nights at the Loews Atlanta Hotel, 60 minute Fusion Massage, access to the hammam detoxiﬁcation chamber, access to the mind body gym, and unlimited mind body classes during your stay.

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta 75 Fourteenth Street, Atlanta, GA, 30309 (404) 881-9898, www.fourseasons.com/atlanta Treatment to try: Magnolia Massage The treatment begins with a mother-of-pearl foot scrub followed by facial and foot acupressure massage using warm compresses. Traditional Thaistyle stretching prepares the body for a relaxing fullbody Swedish massage.

The Natural Body Spa at the Omni Hotel 100 CNN Center, Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 659-0000, www.omnihotels.com Treatment to try: Natural Body Ocean Body Wrap Revitalize and detoxify skin with this stimulating treatment. Skin is dry brushed to stimulate the lymphatic system and then warm silken seaweed is wrapped on skin from shoulder to toe.

SpaWaverly at Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel 2450 Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339 (770) 303-3171, www.spawaverly.net Treatment to try: Spa Bliss Enjoy the 50 minute Signature Massage and Signature Facial for a total of two hours of relaxation.

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Buckhead 3434 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 (404) 237-2700, www.ritzcarlton.com Treatment to try: Spa Level Bed & Breakfast This package includes overnight accommodation, Greet the Day spa breakfast delivered to guestroom, 10 percent off all spa treatments and spa concierge consultation. Valid through December 30, 2011

Spa InterContinental at The InterContinental Buckhead 3315 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30326 (404) 946-9175. www.intercontinental.com Treatment to try: Body Indulgence Package This four-in-one experience is truly relaxing and includes a 15 minute Scalp Ritual, 60 minute Custom Certiﬁed Organic Amala Facial, 60 minute Tea Tree and Peppermint Reﬂexology Foot Treatment, and 90 minute Signature Relaxation Massage.

Remède Spa at The St. Regis Atlanta 88 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30305 (404) 563-7680 www.starwoodhotels.com Treatment to try: Buckhead Escape This complete head to toe treatment begins with an invigorating exfoliation, followed by zone speciﬁc wraps.

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Through the Lydia Mondavi talks about her inspirational blend of wine and skin care By Jeyme Colodne In moderation, the benefits of red wine are said to be good for the heart and cholesterol. But what about your skin? This is something that Atlanta native Lydia Mondavi never considered until she became more involved in the world of wine herself. For over 15 years, Mondavi has been helping women look and feel their best. She got her start in the skin care business with Ralph Lauren’s cosmetics division, Cosmair, as a Marketing Coordinator. It was there that she found her true passion. Since marrying Robert Mondavi (of the iconic wine family, Mondavi) her life, both personal and professional, has never been the same. Drawing inspiration from the vineyards in her Napa Valley home, she created 29 Cosmetics, a special line of all-natural products that employ the benefits of grape seed extract, offering free-radical fighting agents and anti-oxidants. “We also looked to the 'old school' style and history of the cosmetics and beauty packaging from the early 1900s,” Mondavi explains. “My mother and business partner, Anita Wilbanks, has an interior design background and has been instrumental in the design and creation of the logo, packaging and look and feel of the brand. We both wanted it to be classic, timeless and represent beauty.”

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The line first launched in Neiman Marcus in San Francisco and quickly became a national campaign throughout the U.S. “Today, a little over four years later, we are nationally and internationally distributed,” Mondavi says. The line includes eye shadows, lipsticks, blushes, powders and foundations, soaps, candles and more. As her business continued to grow, another opportunity came about with The Mansion on Peachtree. “I have been designing and developing spas for many years and we were asked by the owners to create a luxury spa experience for their (then) new hotel in Atlanta,” Mondavi says. “Being a fifth generation Atlantan, this was of great interest to me, and to be a part of such a beautiful property was perfect for the first 29 Spa.” The 29 Spa incorporates all of the line’s Grape Seed Age Protecting™ formulas into each treatment and product. Here, Mondavi explains, clients can experience the line and its benefits first-hand. “We wanted to create a complete luxury experience of our vine to bottle process for Age Protecting™ utilizing every aspect of the grape for protection against free radicals and environmental toxins.” Mondavi believes a spa experience should not only be relaxing, but rejuvenating as well. “I feel that each person has individual needs and expectations and it is our job to uncover what the client’s needs and expectations are and it is our goal to meet and exceed them.” However, meeting the beauty www.bestselfconnect.com

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needs of clients is not the only thing that Mondavi focuses on. She recently hosted an event at 29 Spa that beneﬁtted Drop Dead Gorgeous, an Atlanta social justice organization that was founded to help stop the commercial sexual traﬃcking of children, and Georgia Eye Bank, an organization providing corneas for transplant and other refractive surgeries.

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From November 1 through January 1, 2012, 29 Cosmetics will contribute ﬁve percent of sales from all eye products to Georgia Eye Bank’s Gift of Sight give back program. This program is a tribute to Mondavi’s paternal grandfather, Y. T. Abernathy, a driving force behind Georgia Eye Bank’s maturation. Mondavi credits her grandfather for giving her the best piece of advice: “Vision, vitality and victory, as my grandfather would say. He was my hero in life. He would say, ‘when times get tough you have to roll with the punches. If it were easy everyone would do it.’”

More from Mondavi: What are you passionate about? I believe Knowledge is Beautiful™ and I am constantly looking to learn and enjoy life to the fullest whether in business or personally.

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DIABETES: A Growing Epidemic By Alison Broderick According to the American Diabetes Association, 25.8 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes. Approximately $116 billion are spent on direct medical costs, not to mention indirect costs such as disability and premature death. “Diabetes has far-reaching health implications, including heart disease, nerve damage, kidney failure, amputation, blindness and even death due to severe high or low blood glucose levels,” says Charlotte Hayes, MMSc, MS, RD, LD, CDE, senior director of programs and policy development at Open Hand Atlanta and Good Measure Meals. These statistics may seem overwhelming, however every day specialists are working toward educating the public about this serious disease. The ﬁrst step toward a healthier America is awareness. November is National Diabetes Month, and it’s important to get the facts about this metabolic disease that aﬀects 8.3 percent of our nation’s population.

Diabetes Defined Diabetes mellitus (simply called diabetes) is a chronic disease that is associated with high blood glucose levels and the body’s inability to produce and/or make use of insulin. A person with diabetes has difficulty converting glucose (sugar) into energy, and his or her blood sugar levels are consistently higher than normal. Most of the foods we consume break down into glucose, the body’s primary source of fuel. Once food is digested, the glucose moves into the bloodstream; the cells then use the glucose for energy. For glucose to successfully make its way into the cells, insulin must be present. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, controls the glucose levels in the blood. After eating, a sufficient amount of insulin is released to regulate the glucose in the bloodstream. The blood sugar levels of a diabetic are too high because his or her body produces little to no insulin, or becomes resistant to the hormone altogether. While there is a buildup of glucose in the blood, the cells are not obtaining what they need for growth and energy. There are three types of diabetes: type 1, type 2 and gestational. Type 1, formerly called juvenile onset diabetes, lasts a lifetime. According to the American Diabetes Association, only 5% of people with diabetes have this form of the disease. Type 2 is the most common form of diabetes and usually diagnosed after the age of 35. Gestational usually disappears after childbirth. It is essential to understand the fundamentals of all three forms, as symptoms and treatments may vary.

Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body does not produce insulin and the immune system attacks the insulin-producing cells. Due to the absence of the insulin hormone, there is an excessive amount of glucose in the blood. The body’s cells are then deprived of the nutrients they need for energy and must depend on other systems to provide it. “Although onset of type 1 diabetes can occur at any age, it typically occurs before age 30,” Hayes says. The signs and symptoms can show up suddenly and may include: extreme thirst, frequent urination, unusual weight loss, blurred vision, dry mouth, fatigue and abdominal pain. Factors and Treatment: Genetics and exposure to certain viruses have been attributed to type 1 diabetes; however, the exact cause is unknown. Treatment for type 1 diabetes is a lifelong endeavor. Maintaining a routine makes management of blood sugar levels easier and may include: insulin injections several times a day, the use of an insulin pump, regular exercise, continuous monitoring of blood sugar levels, a healthy diet (includes carbohydrate control), no smoking and abstaining from alcohol.

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“Insulin resistance occurs as people exceed a healthy body weight, or as people lose muscle mass with age and have more body fat, especially in the abdomen,” says Gay Williams, RN, BSN, CCM, CDE, manager of Saint Joseph’s Center for Diabetes Care. Millions of Americans are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes every year-it is the most common form and accounts for 90 to 95 percent of cases in the United States. If left untreated, type 2 diabetes can be life threatening. Unlike type 1 diabetes, which can come on quickly, the signs of type 2 diabetes can develop gradually. Some people have type 2 diabetes years before receiving an actual diagnosis. Consult your physician immediately if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: extreme thirst, frequent urination, increased hunger, fatigue, high blood pressure, blurred vision, tingling/numbness in the hands and feet, recurring skin, gum or bladder infections, dry skin and slow-healing cuts and bruises. Factors and Treatment: “Some factors that contribute to type 2 diabetes are an aging population, an ‘obesogenic’ environment that promotes easy access to high-calorie foods, and a lack of physical activity,” Hayes says. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Americans are literally eating their way into a diabetes epidemic.

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“When a person is obese or overweight, the body becomes less sensitive to insulin and sugars are not delivered to the cells that convert glucose to energy. Where a person carries the extra pounds is also important, as people who have increased fat around the waistline are at greater risk for obesity-related health problems than those with more weight on their thighs and hips,” says Patrice A. Harris, M.D., director of Fulton County Health Services. Sarah Piper, a certiﬁed diabetes educator at the Diabetes Association of Atlanta, further comments on the association between diabetes and obesity in America: “The rise in type 2 diabetes in this country, and speciﬁcally in young people, is directly related to the increase in people being overweight and obese.” Similar to type 1 diabetes, treatment of type 2 diabetes requires consistency and regular maintenance. Some examples are: meal planning and weight control, routine self-tests of blood sugar levels, regular exercise, thorough foot care (due to potential for infection), medications to regulate blood glucose levels and/or prevent complications.

Gestational Diabetes Gestational diabetes occurs in pregnant women who have never been diagnosed with diabetes in the past, but who exhibit high blood glucose levels during their pregnancy. Testing for gestational diabetes takes place between week 24 and 28 of pregnancy. “Gestational diabetes

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usually goes away after a woman has given birth. However, a woman who has gestational diabetes is at a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes in her lifetime,” says Piper. The signs and symptoms of gestational diabetes are much like those of types 1 and 2 diabetes and may include increased thirst, extreme hunger, frequent urination and blurred vision. Because these symptoms are also common with pregnancy itself, do not be alarmed-a precise diagnosis will be made at the time of testing. Factors and Treatment: Once again, the exact cause of gestational diabetes is unknown; nevertheless, studies suggest that hormones found in the placenta block the insulin produced in the mother’s body. “While this condition occurs in about four percent of all pregnancies, fasting blood sugar levels usually return to normal within a few weeks after childbirth,” Harris adds. Treatment of gestational diabetes is similar to types 1 and 2 (i.e. healthy eating, regular physical activity, medications and self-testing), but also include close monitoring of the baby and breastfeeding after giving birth (to help with weight loss).

Pre-Diabetes and Prevention Pre-diabetes serves as a precursor to type 2 diabetes and is marked by impaired glucose tolerance that has not yet risen to the level of type 2 diabetes. “Fifty-seven million people over age 20 have pre-diabetes in the United States. Complications normally associated with diabetes, such as heart disease, can develop even when a person has pre-diabetes,” Harris says. As for diabetes prevention, it’s quite simple. Lose those extra pounds, maintain a healthy diet, eat plenty of ﬁber and whole grains, exercise regularly and go to the doctor for routine physical exams. “Studies have shown that a ﬁve percent reduction in body weight can reduce the chances of developing type 2 diabetes by 58 percent,” Harris adds.

COLORFUL CARE FOR DIABETES Atlanta native Carolyn Jäger was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 13 and has been a type 1 diabetic for 23 years. Her sister Susan is also a type 1 diabetic and was diagnosed at age six. The idea for Sugar Medical Supply bags began with their mother, who created special diabetic supply bags for the girls to help them feel more stylish. Through the years, Jäger followed her mother’s lead and launched Sugar Medical Supply to bring style into the lives of people living with diabetes. What was your inspiration behind creating Sugar Medical Supply? My inspiration is twofold. First, we hope to encourage more diabetics to test their blood glucose levels more often (prompting better disease control) by offering supply bags that carry all of their necessary daily supplies in one place. Diabetics have to carry a number of items such as syringes, glucose meters, lancets, testing supplies, log books, insulin, and even a snack with them every day. We wanted to create a bag that could carry everything! Second inspiration was the lack of color and style in the medical ﬁeld. I felt if you have to carry your diabetic supplies everywhere you go, why not do it in a way that makes you happy and expresses your personality? Diabetics pretty much had one choice for supply bags before Sugar Medical Supply, just basic, boring black bags. We offer color and style. We hope to create a bond between diabetics and their supply bags and erase the negative, sterile bags of the past. The life of a diabetic can be colorful!

Take Action There are many local resources and groups that are available to both support people with diabetes and educate people about this disease. “A person with any type of diabetes can live a long healthy life with the disease if it is treated appropriately with medication and lifestyle changes,” Piper says. “It is imperative that people with diabetes access a diabetes education program so that they can learn how to manage their diabetes and prevent or delay the life altering complications.” The American Diabetes Association is one of the leading sources in the ﬁght to stop diabetes. According to Chrystal Neely, director of the American Diabetes Association, “We are putting new educational programs in place to raise awareness of obesity in Georgia’s children with our Childhood Obesity Initiative. Diet and exercise are paramount in the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes. Our research shows that at the current rate, one in three children born after the year 2000 will be diagnosed with diabetes in his or her lifetime. The American Diabetes Association is working to change this future by taking action to stop diabetes.”

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Editorial Resources The American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org Diabetes Association of Atlanta, Inc., (404) 527-7150, www.diabetesatlanta.org Fulton County Health Services, (404) 612-4000, www.fultoncountyga.gov Good Measure Meals, www.goodmeasuremeals.com Open Hand Atlanta, (404) 872-6947, www.projectopenhand.org Saint Joseph’s Center for Diabetes Care, (678) 843-7001, www.stjosephsatlanta.org Sugar Medical Supply, (888) 522-2545, www.sugarmedicalsupply.com www.bestselfconnect.com

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What has been some of the best feedback you’ve received? Our best feedback was from Bernadette M., a type 1 diabetic for 36 years, who wrote to us saying, “I can’t believe no one else has done something so wonderful for diabetes care before this. I actually look forward for the ﬁrst time in 32 years to pull out my pink supply bag and test each day!” We could not have gotten a better compliment. What inspires you? I am inspired by all the diabetics out there who, due to unfortunate circumstances or lack of education, have had to endure severe diabetic complications such as amputations, loss of eye sight, and neuropathy. I want to prevent complications for all diabetics by encouraging diabetics to test their blood glucose levels more frequently. This is the key to good health for a diabetic. What are you passionate about? I am passionate about making a difference in a diabetic’s life. If a diabetic now can carry all of their supplies and take better control of themselves, then I have accomplished something great. If providing a pretty pink diabetic supply bag to a newly diagnosed six-year-old little girl makes her feel better about the challenges ahead of her, I have accomplished something great. BEST SELF ATLANTA

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Best Pets Contest Winners Our furry winners and their owners revealed!

Best Self’s “Best Pets” contest was a close one – there are so many deserving pets out there that bring love into people’s lives. Here are our top 10 winners, each amazing in their own special way. FIRST PLACE WINNER Hannah Ward and Klaus Klaus is a German shepherd

What special activities do you and your pet enjoy doing together? Klaus and I love to go for runs together and he loves to swim. You also will never ﬁnd him without a tennis ball, or three, in his mouth. We play fetch constantly!

What is unique about your pet? From the time I brought Klaus home, he has been trained in German and English and knows all of his commands in both languages. Klaus and I also train with a police K-9 oﬃcer in obedience and protection.

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? On February 12, 2010, my German shepherd, Thor, a police K-9 who I rescued from an abusive situation, was hit by a car and killed. I was absolutely devastated and so was my other German shepherd, Kaiser. Eventually, I began looking for a new puppy to keep Kaiser and me company and contacted a breeder in Tennessee to see if she had any puppies available. She emailed me back and said she had a litter born February 12, the exact same day that Thor died. I felt like it was a sign. The next weekend I drove up to Tennessee and brought Klaus home. He reminds me so much of Thor. He works hard when he is training but loves to cuddle and play as soon as he gets home. Klaus has been the biggest blessing to my family.

Brenda McClelland with Georgia and Southern Photo courtesy of Steve McClelland (bottom right)

Georgia and Southern are golden retrievers

What special activities do you and your pets enjoy doing together? Running, lake, dog park and dog friendly restaurants, riding around in the jeep and watching dog shows with them on TV.

How has having your pets enriched your life and the life of others? They are the kids we couldn’t have - so they are our family. Their silly personalities and playfulness make you smile whenever you are around them. They are “love bugs,” just big lap dog wannabes!

Anything special you’d like to share about your pets? They are named after Georgia Southern University and have actually been featured in the “Fanomaniac” video for Georgia Southern University. www.bestselfconnect.com

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Casper, Sally and Bella

Casper, Sally and Bella from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta are golden retrievers

What special activities do you and your pets enjoy doing together? Casper: (Owner) Lisa and Casper love spending time in the water. They enjoy getting their paws wet at the beach or the pool! Bella: Bella loves snuggling with patients on the exam table. Bella and (owner) Kara like to go for walks in Piedmont Park where Bella enjoys playing fetch with pinecones. Sally: (Owner) Anitra and Sally love playing fetch, hiking, swimming and cuddling on the couch.

What is unique about your pets? Casper, Sally and Bella are full-time pet therapy dogs at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Casper is a member of the Volunteer Services team and is a certified service dog for Children’s at Scottish Rite. Sally is a member of the Guest Services Department and is a certified service dog for Children’s at Egleston. Bella is a certified service dog for the Stephanie V. Blank Center for Safe and Healthy Children, which promotes the safety and well-being of children through community advocacy and the identification, assessment and prevention of child abuse.

How has having your pets enriched your life and the life of others? Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta oﬀers pet therapy programs to help ease patients’ anxiety and promote shorter recovery times. As part of this program, Casper, Sally and Bella do just that and brighten the day for patients, families and staﬀ at the Children’s campuses.

Jake Smith with Payton and Brady Payton and Brady are shih tzus

What special activities do you and your pets enjoy doing together? In Jake’s words, “Walking the dogs with my daddy in our neighborhood every morning, giving them treats on a regular basis, having both dogs come along in the car when we run errands or go to my pre-school and snuggling with the dogs at night in my parents’ bedroom.”

What is unique about your pets? Although she’s a girl, Payton is named after former Chicago Bears great Walter Payton and Brady is named after New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

How has having your pets enriched your life and the life of others? Payton and Brady are two of the most loving, friendly dogs you’ll ever come across. They epitomize loving animals and have been that way ever since we got them. They are friendly to everyone they encounter and especially enjoy the company of my wife’s 95-year-old grandmother as they sit on her lap whenever they see her.

Anything special you’d like to share about your pets? Brady’s howl often catches people completely oﬀ guard in that he sounds like a cross between some kind of tropical bird in distress and a human being pretending to make a wild animal sound. It’s truly bizarre and unique! Payton has a toe fetish and often ends up licking toes, typically girls with exposed, manicured toes when they come into our home. Both dogs were home during a recent burglary and despite their small stature, we have no doubt that their presence in our home (they were locked in on the second ﬂoor by baby gate) and loud barking helped minimize the extent of the theft and damage caused.

Ashley Chandler and Knox Knox is an English pointer

What special activities do you and your pet enjoy doing together? Knox and I love to go camping and hiking, the dog park, and tailgating for UGA football games!

What is unique about your pet?

He is a complete goofball, and can always put a smile on your face. We joke that he is the “dog with nine lives” because his curiosity and fearless attitude have gotten him into a little trouble. Not long after we adopted him, he ran into a car. He has sliced open a pad on his foot, inhaled salt water into his lungs at the beach and spent the night at the dog hospital, and recently, he was bit by a poisonous snake, but goes on to wag about it!

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? Knox embodies all there is to unconditional love and living life to the fullest! Whenever I’ve had a bad day, or just need a friend, he is there to snuggle with me and make everything okay. Knox has never met a stranger, be it a dog or person, and is always looking to brighten your day. I hope everyone gets the chance to meet a dog like Knox, because just words will never do him justice. He is still young and very energetic, but once he is a little older, I hope to take him to hospitals as a therapy dog because his smile is contagious. Knox is always up for new adventures and has the most wonderful spirit. I am grateful he is in my life.

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Knox is unique and special in many ways, of course, I am biased. He was returned to the Atlanta Humane Society when he was just a puppy, and was very underweight. I hate he had to endure any suﬀering, but if it weren’t for him being returned, and thankfully not just thrown out on the streets, we would not be together today. Regardless of his “ruﬀ” start to life, he is full of love and life! I can’t remember a moment since we adopted him that his tail hasn’t been wagging, even when he sleeps.

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Bec Weizenecker and Levi Levi is a vizsla/lab mutt

What special activities do you and your pet enjoy doing together? Levi has been a tremendous blessing in my life. We do everything together. He is my road trip buddy, my running partner, and when I cook he is the oﬃcial taste tester.

What is unique about your pet? Levi helped me train to run the Georgia Half Marathon, sometimes running up to 12 miles at a stretch with me.

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? He is protective, aﬀectionate and loyal. Levi is always by my side, and follows me around the house from room to room. He even likes to look over my shoulder when I am writing emails. Levi loves laying on my lap (even though he’s too big now) to watch movies and eat popcorn, our favorite snack. He loves to go to the dog park, tailgate for Georgia Tech football games and visit my sorority house where he is quite popular. It has been amazing watching him grow. Once a weak puppy on the verge of death, he is now a spoiled dog that paws at you if you stop petting him. He has been everything I wanted in a dog and I can’t imagine my life without him.

Kim Shahid and Dakota Dakota is a golden retriever

What special activities do you and your pet enjoy doing together? She loves to retrieve tennis balls and is obsessed with chipmunks and is the best snuggler.

What is unique about your pet? Dakota was dropped oﬀ to be euthanized by her owners due to the fact that she had horrible hip dysplasia, kidney failure and botched eyes. The vet contacted Adopt a Golden Atlanta and of course they scooped her up. I was asked to foster her and I said “yes” without a doubt. I took her to swim therapy and they said it was a waste of money so I took paint cans and bought white pipes from Home Depot and taped them to the cans and practiced with her every day to build strength in her hips. She can now run and play and even our canine wellness person never thought this would happen because she was in such bad condition. Her eyes will always be somewhat droopy and her kidneys will never heal but have remained stable. I feel fortunate that she is still with me today.

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? She truly is the light of my husband’s and my life. I had two rescued goldens and fostered her and my husband didn’t want another dog. I couldn’t bear to give her back so he ﬁnally gave in to me and let me keep her. To this day he can’t imagine life without her. She does this “woo woo woo” every morning and just makes us laugh. She has this chipmunk friend that she stares at all day in our front window. We put an ottoman there so she could sit there and stare at her. When the chipmunk goes in the hole she runs to the door like it’s going to be there waiting for her at the door. I look forward to seeing her every day when I get home. Dakota is just an overall special dog that had at one point a rough outlook on life. I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to work with her and have her for this amount of time. Words can’t describe my love for her!

Nancy Shevitz and Uncle Max Uncle Max is a pure-bred ragdoll cat

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Photo courtesy of Nancy Shevitz (bottom left)

We love sitting in the garden watching the birds together. He also loves being groomed and having his huge belly rubbed. Another game we play is bounce the ball. I bounce it high in front of him and he jumps up to each bounce. We also play fetch.

What is unique about your pet? Uncle is unique in that he is very mellow. He gets along with everyone. He is 15 pounds of muscle, loves belly rubs and follows me around like a puppy.

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? He has brought a peaceful feel to our house. We had some issues with who would be alpha cat before Uncle but now he lets whoever wants to be in charge be in charge.

Anything special you’d like to share about your pet? When we ﬁrst got Uncle Max he was painfully shy and could not look us in the eye without squinting. He stares up at as with the biggest baby blues eyes ever and swoons. In my opinion, one cannot have too many Ragdolls and we are all so happy to have given this well-deserving young cat a loving, fun home to grow old with us in. www.bestselfconnect.com

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Jen Lesshaﬀt and Canaan

Kara Pardue and Emma Ann

What is unique about your pet?

What special activities do you and your pet enjoy doing together?

Canaan is a schnoodle (schnauzer/poodle mix)

Emma is a rat terrier

My husband and I love spending time with Canaan. Whether it’s a trip to the lake to swim and hike or a visit to the dog park, we just enjoy him and his sweet, funny personality.

Since we do not have kids, Emma does everything with us. We go shopping, swimming, to the lake, four wheeling, hiking, go to the beach, get mani/pedis...basically everything!

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? Canaan has the uncanny ability to befriend any and all people and pets that he comes in contact with. If you “like” dogs, it is impossible not to LOVE him. He is friendly and playful, energetic and calm. He knows how to blend in with the pack or stand-out amongst the crowd. His natural ability to adapt to a variety of environments truly makes him “one-of-akind.” Having Canaan as a part of our lives has really shown us why dogs have earned the nickname “man’s best friend.” The unconditional love he shows us everyday makes it diﬃcult to be upset or in a bad mood for more than a few seconds, the time it takes for him to run up and greet you with lots of doggie kisses.

What is unique about your pet? She has enjoyed going and visiting nursing homes when her great grandmother was in them...she has brought so many smiles to her elders.

How has having your pet enriched your life and the life of others? She has been such a blessing for my husband and me. Her quirky personality brings many smiles and joy to our home and family. I know whenever I have had a bad day my little Roo Roo will bring a smile to my face. Her love is unconditional, and I am perfect in her eyes!

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Anything special you’d like to share about your pet? Canaan loves to run around and play, especially with his best friend Ollie. He’s also a master of hide-and-seek. When I come home, I ﬁnd a new hiding spot and he always is able to seek me out. And of course, he greets me with lots of kisses.

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What is the difference between spider veins and varicose veins?

Spider veins are those tiny red blood vessels that appear on the skin, most commonly in the nose area and lower extremities. Varicose veins are larger dilated blue blood vessels that can be raised above the skin’s surface and appear on the back of the legs.

What causes these vein disorders?

Heredity accounts for up to 80 percent of people who develop spider or varicose veins. People who stand or sit for long periods of time are more susceptible. Other factors like pregnancy, hormonal changes, lack of exercise, weight gain, and age can cause spider and varicose veins.

What is the best therapy for varicose veins?

The best therapy for varicose veins is a procedure called sclerotherapy. Sclerotherapy involves an injection of a solution directly into the vein with a very tiny needle. The solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and stick together. This vein’s lumen closure will result in demise and subsequent total absorption of the vein over the next couple weeks. Once this non-functional vein is treated, the blood returns to the heart through a deeper vein system. This will result in resolution of leg pain, edema and fatigue because of effective blood circulation.

What is the best therapy for small spider veins?

Most spider veins can be treated solely by laser. If it is a larger spider vein, we do this in combination with sclerotherapy.

How much down time do patients need after sclerotherapy?

Sclerotherapy is a lunchtime procedure with no down time. Patients will need to wear elastic bands on top of the treated vein for the ﬁrst day, and then compression hosiery for four days during the day time after that.

Is the procedure painful?

The procedure usually does not require pain medication; however, for those who are sensitive to pain, the area can be numbed with local anesthesia.

Will there be any scarring from the procedure?

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Whether it’s feasting on holiday meals, setting up your Christmas tree, or visiting pet-owning relatives, allergy triggers may be lurking in some surprising places this time of year. Combined with the stress of the holidays, you have the perfect recipe for an allergy or asthma attack. The good news is, you can avoiding some potential triggers with a little planning and preparation.Here are some tips to help keep your allergies and asthma under control this holiday season:

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The holidays can be a chaotic time of year, and high stress levels can sometimes lead to an asthma attack. Deep breathing and relaxation can help. Most importantly, make sure you have all the medications you need should you become ill during the holidays. If you go out of town, take an emergency pack of medication and instructions with you. Early treatment of illness is crucial this time of year, because the last thing you need is an allergy or asthma attack to spoil your holiday plans.

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What are some indicators that hip replacement is needed?

The major indication for having a Total Hip Replacement (THR) is pain. In contrast to back pain or sciatica that runs down the back side of the leg, hip pain is usually located in the groin or lateral aspect of the thigh. This pain is usually the result of arthritis that has gradually worsened over years.

What is the typical age of a patient who needs a hip replacement?

The typical age for hip replacement is over 65, but age should not be a determining factor when deciding whether a THR is indicated. With the use of modern implants made of metals allowing bony ingrowth, durable polyethylene, and wear-resistant ceramics, a typical hip replacement can last 20 years before needing to be revised with fresh parts.

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How long is the recovery time?

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CoolSculpt is a unique treatment for removing fat that utilizes a chiller to cause a breakdown of the fat cells without harming the skin. Instead of suctioning out fat cells, CoolSculpt produces a subsequent death of the fat cells, which is then metabolized away by the body in a very safe way. There is no need for anesthesia, puncturing of the skin, post treatment pain management or compression garments. While not a substitute for liposuction, it can give excellent contouring for those resistant pooches that bother us.

What are the most common areas to be treated?

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What does CoolSculpting feel like?

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Support Kate’s Club and have a blast at the 4th Annual Bowl-A-Thon! Gather friends, co-workers, clients and family for friendly competition and team building to support a great cause. Kate’s Club will take up the entire alley with 32 teams for a night full of fun! To “strike” the competitive spirit, teams are encouraged to challenge other divisions within their company – as well as rival ﬁrms – to compete for coveted prizes. Wear corporate logos or festive costumes to add to the excitement! Prizes will be awarded to the winning team, highest individual score and best team costume. For more information and to register, visit www.katesclub.org.

Kidney Action Day and the Steps That Count Walkathon Saturday, November 12, 9 a.m. at Turner Field, 755 Hank Aaron Dr. SE, Atlanta Kick off the fall season with a healthy lifestyle! Join the ﬁght against kidney disease on November 12 at the American Kidney Fund’s Kidney Action Day featuring the Steps that Count walkathon at Turner Field. This fun-ﬁlled day will include the walk in the morning as well as an all-day kidney health event, including giveaways, kidney-friendly cooking demonstrations and food samplings, fun exercise routines to keep you motivated and active, free health screenings and education about kidney disease, interactive games for kids and much more! To register for the walk, visit www.stepsthatcount.org

Jingle Bell Run/Walk Saturday, December 3, 9 a.m. at Stone Mountain Park, Woodland Pavilion, US Hwy. 78 East, Exit 8, Stone Mountain Bring your reindeer antlers and running shoes to the Stone Mountain Park Jingle Bell Run/ Walk for the Arthritis Foundation, taking place on Saturday, December 3 at 9 a.m. Arthritis affects 50 million Americans, roughly one out of ﬁve adults, and approximately 300,000 children. In Georgia, arthritis affects more than 1.6 million people and 9,200 children. As the nation’s largest holiday run/walk event, it offers a three-mile fun run and a three-mile fun walk with activities for the entire family. Statistics show that walking for 30 minutes regularly can greatly reduce your risk for certain forms of arthritis. To get involved or to form a team, visit www.2011jinglebellrunatlanta.kintera.org or call (678) 237-4458.

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KIDS II STRONG LEGS RUN

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Join the fun along the streets of downtown Atlanta for one of the Southeast’s premier holiday parades. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Downtown Atlanta. 10:30 am. www.choa.org

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Wear jingle bells on your shoes and come out for the best christmas party of the season, all for a great cause! The Salvation Army. Dunwoody Costco. 8 am. www.jinglejog.com

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