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july/august 2022 Vol. 11, No. 6
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First Glance
36 Food
Letter from the Executive Editor
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Eating up myths
In & Out
38 On The Horizon
What’s happening in and out of New Albany
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AI therapy
My Story
40 Impact
Evan DeCarlo
Safe teen driving
10 Personalities
42 HNA Column
Bryan Harrison
Too busy to reconnect
14 On The Path
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Keep pedaling
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18 Initiatives Online meeting experience
20 Jammin’ with Jambar Energy bar company partners with HNA
24 Season Debut Community Foundation supports series
28 Let’s Play Polo! Canine Companions Cup
32 Festive Fourth
44 On The Shelf Library recommendations
46 Top Homes Sold in New Albany
Independence Day celebrations
47 Luxury Living Real Estate Guide 48 Scene in New Albany
On the Cover Bryan Harrison Photo by James DeCamp
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first glance
A Jammin’ Partnership
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y wife and I had just purchased a home in northern California to be closer to our children. We thought that having a family home that is located within an hour’s drive of both of our children and their families would enable us to more easily spend time together. It did not take too long for us to discover that finding new friends would be challenging. But new challenges can result in unexpected outcomes that can serve to forge opportunities that I could never have imagined. Perhaps it was fate. Sheryl and I were on a walk through our new community when we met Ann who was holding the leash of her fluffy, white-haired tiny dog who energetically wanted to jump on us to engage in a play session. This segued into a conversation during which it became evident to Ann that we were new to the community and did not know anyone. We exchanged email addresses and within a day, Ann requested to have dinner with her and her husband which, of course, we accepted with elation. What became a serendipitous event during a walk culminated into a partnership with Jenny Maxwell’s company, Jambar, and Healthy New Albany. During our dinner conversation, Ann’s husband, Rod, asked about my background and I mentioned my previous involvement with Healthy New Albany. Without hesitation, he strongly recommended that I connect with Jenny which he facilitated with an email introduction. Without remembering his exact words, his perception was that Jenny and I were cut out from the same cloth. He shared that he thought both of us championed well-being, were innovators and risktakers, and that we believed in paying forward. After only a few minutes on a Zoom call with Jenny, we both realized that we connected on number of different levels. It usually does not take any length of time for me to validate my perceptions and that was certainly the case with Jenny. Both of us concluded that we could work together and impact others by partnering on a number of endeavors. For Jenny’s part, she donated thousands of Jambars to Healthy New Albany’s race participants, the idea being that our walkers and runners would be exposed to a nutritious energy bar that can aid their athletic performance. In return, Healthy New Albany would serve as a vehicle in which Jambar receives the exposure it deserved in the crowded energy bar market. The result, a win-win for both entities. I have always believed in the power of partnerships as exemplified in the relationships Healthy New Albany has formed over the years, whether it be with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Jambar, to name just a few. Helen Keller was on target when she stated, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Healthfully,
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What's happening in and out of New Albany Saturday, July 16
Hayley Gallery Artist Opening – Trish Weeks 5-8 p.m., Hayley Gallery, 260 Market St. www.localohioart.com
Monday, July 18
NARA/GARA Golf Outing at Little Turtle Country Club 10 a.m., 5400 Little Turtle Way W., Westerville www.eventbrite.com
Monday, July 4
New Albany Independence Day 5K Race 7:45-10 a.m., Market Square, 180 Market St. www.newalbanychamber.com
Thursday, Aug. 4
Dublin Irish Festival 5K & Kids Dash 5:30 p.m., 13 S. High St., Dublin www.runsignup.com
Monday, July 4
Independence Day Parade and Festival 11 a.m. parade 6 p.m. festival 9:45 p.m. fireworks 6600 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. www.newalbanychamber.com
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Saturday, July 7
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Columbus Running Club 7 a.m., Columbus Running Company, 6465 Perimeter Dr., Dublin www.columbusrunning.com
Friday, July 8-Sunday, July 10 New Albany Youth Theatre presents Matilda the Musical JR.
Jeanne B. McCoy Center for the Arts, 100 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. www.mccoycenter.org
Beau Schoener Memorial Golf Outing 9 a.m., New Albany Links Golf Club, 7100 New Albany Links Dr. www.nafirefightersfoundation.org
Thursday, July 21
Columbus Jazz Orchestra and Friends Tribute to Aretha Franklin 8-9:30 p.m., Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater, 170 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. www.columbusmakesart.com
Sunday, July 31
Taste of New Albany 5-10 p.m. Rose Run Park, 6349 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. www.newalbanychamber.com
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Amp up the Arts Benefit featuring Renée Elise Goldsberry 8 p.m., Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater, 170 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. www.newalbanyfoundation.org
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Columbus Food Truck Festival Fri. 4-11 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 12-7 p.m. Franklin County Fairgrounds 4100 Columbia Street, Hilliard columbusfoodtruckfest.com
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Workouts for Wildlife at the Columbus Zoo 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, 4580 Powell Rd., Powell www.columbuszoo.org
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my story
By Claire Miller
Editor’s Note: “My Story” is a first-person column OR a Q&A feature of a New Albany community member that centers on health. Have a story to share? Email cmiller@cityscenemediagroup.com. Submissions should be no more than 1,200 words.
Survivor, Finisher 14-year-old beats cancer and becomes youngest Pelotonia participant
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ife is pretty normal these days for Evan DeCarlo, an incoming freshman at New Albany High School. That’s a welcome departure from his reality since 2018, when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and life came to revolve around fighting cancer. DeCarlo finished his treatment in May 2021 and turned 14 in July, making him eligible to ride in Pelotonia. He did so, making him the youngest survivor rider to participate with a team of friends and family – including father David, mother Lydia and 12-year-old sister Clara – supporting him. Team Evan is set to ride again in August. His interview with HNA Magazine has been edited for length and clarity. Healthy New Albany Magazine: Who is Evan? What do you like to do for fun and what are your hobbies and interests? Evan DeCarlo: I enjoy all sports but baseball’s really my main favorite. I like to travel. We just went to Europe for spring break, and last year we did a lot of traveling, because I couldn’t do much during treatment. We went to Chicago, Baltimore, South Carolina, New York City. We saw lots of baseball games. I just got back from D.C. with the eighth grade school trip. That was really fun. It was a lot of walking, so I got kind of tired. HNA: Do you have a favorite baseball team? ED: I’ve been brainwashed into liking all Detroit sports teams. My dad is from Detroit and he’s always liked Detroit sports, so although they’re not very good, they’re still my favorite. HNA: One year ago, you completed your treatment for cancer. What have you been up to this year and what has it been like to be cancer-free for a year now? ED: Last year was one of my first full baseball seasons I was allowed to play again. And we played all that year, but I broke my arm and missed the final tournament. I’ve been playing rec basketball, and that was fun. I hurt my foot during that season. Last fall, I ran cross-country for the first time. I never really enjoyed running, but once we were running as a team it was a little bit more enjoyable. It’s nice to just have quote-unquote “normal days” without medication or (to have) energy and not be tired. I’ve been able to do a lot more. HNA: What kinds of things do you have to do to make sure you’re healthy post-treatment?
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Evan at his first baseball tournament of 2022.
ED: In the past I’ve had bone density issues, so I still take calcium and vitamin D for that. Not much more chemo or steroids (need) to be taken, but I did see my oncologist once a month up until this week, and then it’s once every other month. So that’s kind of exciting. When I go to the oncologist it’s really just a checkup just to see that nothing has come back, just to see my general health. I get my blood work done to see those blood numbers, just to see if those are stable. HNA: Why did you want to participate in Pelotonia and be a survivor rider? And what does it feel like to know you were the youngest participant ever? ED: When I was younger, I saw all my friends’ moms (participate). We’d go watch them finish Pelotonia and I thought that was really cool. But it was really more impactful once I was first diagnosed. That first year my mom rode for the first time. And I thought that was really cool. Since I saw that I knew I wanted to ride. We did some research after that and saw that the youngest you www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
could be was 14. So, coincidentally I happened to turn 14 a month after I finished treatment. I didn’t even know I was the youngest until just a little bit before. I didn’t really do it just to be the youngest. I just wanted to raise awareness and help with cancer research. We started a Team Evan peloton with all of my friends and family members. As soon as they heard that I was riding, they all wanted to help and decided to sign up too. They were also just turning 14. It was all really tight-knit and it was just really cool. HNA: How do you feel about year two (of riding)? ED: I’m excited for this year. I’m hoping a lot of people who rode last year will ride this year, and hopefully more will join the team. HNA: Have you been training? Where do you like to ride your bike? ED: I have been athletically training for mostly baseball as of right now, because that season is starting up. So not really much on the bike, but I will start that soon and am excited. I think it’s cool that the race does finish in New Albany. I like to ride around where it finishes and the back half of the 20-mile ride and around my friends’ houses just for fun. HNA: What are your dreams and goals for the future? ED: I don’t know many, but I know I would like to play sports in the future whether that’s high school or maybe col-
Evan rings the bell after completing cancer treatment in 2021.
lege. I would like to get more involved to help with cancer research, if that’s conducting research myself, helping fund it or both. I just want to get more involved. HNA: What advice would you give to yourself when you were first diagnosed or to someone your age battling cancer? ED: I would probably tell them, “I know it’s hard. It’s a lot, but just keep fighting through. The end is closer than you think.” Claire Miller is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at cmiller@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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personalities
By Lindsey Capritta
Hospitality With Harrison Bryan Harrison rises from server to country club GM
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room for growth. There’s always nuance being added to what you do and to the organization.” Harrison has been working at the New Albany Country Club since 1998. In September 2021, with more than 20 years of experience at the club, he was named general manager.
The hospitality industry has always been a part of Harrison’s life. His father is a classically trained chef who has run several food management companies. Growing up, Harrison took on whatever role his dad needed. “Our family history is built in hospitality,” he says. “I assisted my father www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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n the hospitality industry, Bryan Harrison is considered a unicorn – a rare employee who stays at one business for years on end. “The hospitality business is generally very transient; you go from space to space, place to place,” Harrison says. “But I am also of the mindset that, just like our members, when you find a place that you truly believe is home, there is
Bryan Harrison with New Albany Country Club Director of Golf Paul Hollenbaugh.
Harrison with Cory Luke, head golf professional at New Albany Country Club.
when needed, which pretty much meant whenever someone didn’t make it for their shift, I was immediately promoted to whatever was necessary.” Despite that, Harrison initially imagined himself taking a different path. He had a strong interest in sports, and as he moved toward college, took an interest in sports administration. He moved from his hometown of Toledo to Columbus to study sports administration at The Ohio State University. At OSU, he worked as a student athletic trainer for the football, men’s basketball and men’s tennis teams. It was during this time that he began working as a server at Morton’s The Steakhouse. There, he discovered a new passion. “There are some who quote-unquote ‘fall into the business,’ and then there are some who get bit by the bug,” Harrison says. “I got bit by the bug, and it wasn’t something in which I simply excelled, it was something that I loved. I like to think that the love happened first, and based on having the family history www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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Harrison at the New Albany Country Club’s bath & tennis facility.
and being a little bit aware of how restaurants operate, how hospitality works, that it became a natural connection, natural movement for me.” After working at Morton’s for six years, Harrison transitioned to the New Albany Country Club. Over his years with the club, he’s worn many hats. He started as a service manager and took on the additional roles of maitre d’ and club sommelier. In 2008 he became the clubhouse director and in 2018 became assistant general manager before assuming his current role as general manager. He began the transition to general manager in September, but Harrison took over full day-to-day responsibilities in June. Tony Shill, the previous general manager, moved to a consulting role at that point and will continue to provide support through 2022. Shill started with the club in 2009. As general manager, Harrison now oversees the operations of the food and beverage department, golf, fitness and 12
aquatics, tennis, facility maintenance, turf care, and club grounds. With such a deep background, he’s the perfect fit for the broad responsibilities of the general manager job. “Sometimes the only way to learn is to learn by doing, and I’ve had that opportunity,” he says. “I’m support to multiple departments, and the only way to be support to each of those departments is to have some level of a working knowledge to each. This is a military principle that you can’t be a great general if you weren’t a good soldier. And you don’t stop being a good soldier just because you become a general.” Outside of work, Harrison is kept busy by his family. He recently married his wife, Renée, and they have a blended family with four children: Khalil, Blake, Britney and Kayden. He’s also maintained his passion for sports through the years. And, while he says he’s known among friends and
family for being a lover of all sports, nothing compares to OSU football. “I am still one that can remember the first time that I ran out of the (Ohio Stadium) tunnel as an 18-year-old in September of 1992 as part of the athletic department,” Harrison says. Harrison’s passion for hospitality has not diminished either. “There’s something very, very special about being able to walk onto a property and feel that you are at home and you take a deep breath, a sigh of relief when you come on these grounds,” he says. “It’s an extension of a member’s living room, where they say, ‘I’m home.’ You’re able to glean so much from people of influence just by listening, just by having conversation. It’s altogether rewarding for me.” Lindsey Capritta is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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By Kate Anderson
Keep Pedaling Brother’s cancer diagnosis inspires Pelotonia rider to step up fundraising
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helmet and rode just a few miles. Now, she’s ridden in Pelotonia for 11 years and completed 100- and 200-mile rides. Although Wilson began riding and fundraising with Pelotonia in an effort to be more philanthropic, the event has come to mean much more for her and her family. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Wilson’s brother, Jeff Wirthman, was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer. In order to care for her brother, Wilson helped him move from Florida to Ohio where he now receives treatments at
the Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Though Wilson has always worked hard to raise as much as she can to support Pelotonia’s mission of funding cancer research, the 2021 ride was different. After Wirthman began receiving treatment at the James and saw what Wilson did with Pelotonia, he wanted to help. With a new personal stake in the matter and the strength of a sibling partner, Wilson came at the fundraising with renewed intensity. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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or many participants, Pelotonia is much more than one weekend of cycling. The annual cancer fundraiser encourages a year-round community and has become an emblem of the drive to make a difference. For Jennie Wilson, who rides with Girls With Gears cycling group, the inspiration for participating becomes closer to her heart and personal life each year she rides. Before even owning a bike, Wilson began participating in Pelotonia at the urging of a friend. On that first ride, she borrowed her son’s bike, wore a ski
Wilson and friends from Girls With Gears prepare for a ride.
Wilson’s Tips for Staying Healthy Exercise five to six times a week. Wilson says the specific exercise may be less important than just getting in the routine of staying active. “My excuse had always been, ‘I don’t have time,’” she says, “and this woman said to me, ‘Are you important? You have to make time. Put it in your calendar.’” Make good choices about what food to put in your body. “It doesn’t mean I don’t love a good cheesy pizza,” Wilson says. “I don’t deny myself anything, but I do try to make good choices because I realized that it makes me feel better.” Stay connected with people. Wilson recommends grabbing coffee, going for a walk or sharing a glass of wine with friends. “I have learned the older I get the more I need my friends,” she says. “I think we all need friends.” Get enough sleep and stick to a regular schedule. “Sleep is really important, and I have tried to make it a bigger priority in my life,” Wilson says. Find balance in your life. “I can always feel when I’m out of balance,” she says. “I am either worrying too much or stressing about my brother or working too hard. I then need to sit down and look at where I’m spending my time and say, ‘You are out of balance.’”
Wilson and her brother, Jeff, her inspiration and fundraising buddy for the Pelotonia ride.
The siblings shared their story on social media and received an overwhelming response from friends, family and beyond. Donations poured in and Wilson ultimately raised over $11,000, her highest total yet. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
But she’s not resting on her laurels. Wilson hopes that number will serve as a new standard for her fundraising efforts for years to come. “We have such profound respect and hope in (The James Cancer Hos-
pital) that, again, if it’s not for (my brother), it’ll be for somebody else down the line,” she says. “That there will be cures for all sorts of cancers.” Wilson isn’t alone in her efforts to grow the fundraising potential for Pelotonia. Last year, the ride raised nearly $20 million – roughly double the 2020 fundraising total. Since its founding days, Pelotonia participants have raised over $236 million, all of which is donated to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Re15
search Institute, including The Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology. Likewise, Girls With Gears has grown significantly since its beginnings and formed a strong community that extends beyond the annual ride. Wilson says the group now consists of more than 75 women and men that have raised over $1 million. “Girls With Gears has become a pretty phenomenal force in terms of ridership and raising money,” Wilson says. “But more than that, I have made the best friends through that group, women that I never would have known, and now we’ve just had these great friendships.” Groups like Girls With Gears ride together year-round in preparation for the race and simply to stay active and grow friendships. Pelotonia offers routes ranging from 20-200 miles, impressive challenges even for serious cyclists. “I mean, it’s physically hard, but I try to remember that these battles that these people are going through with cancer are harder than the ride,” Wilson
Wilson has participated in Pelotonia for 11 years.
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City of New Albany Enhances Online Meeting Experience
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decisions. The initial system the City of New Albany installed for viewing public meetings from home was functional, but neither the sound nor the video quality was optimal, and viewers were not able to fast forward to a specific item of interest when they watched recorded meetings. A year ago, in April 2021, city staff began researching alternative software packages that would make remotely watching city meetings a better overall experience. Ultimately, the staff chose Swagit Productions to enhance the viewer experience of public meetings from the comfort and convenience of their own homes. Though we looked at several video and streaming options, including purchasing and fixing a wide-
The City of New Albany offers a streaming service to watch City Council meetings.
angle camera in place and shooting our own videos, we chose Swagit because: It offers a remote camera operator. It provides an agenda integration of specific items so viewers can skip forward to their desired item of interest. Sister communities who already tried the services provided enthusiastic recommendations of the product. Swagit’s webcasting feature is compatible with multiple platforms including Apple, Android and other popular devices. Residents and other members of the public can now watch the meetings, either live or archived, while on the go through four HD cameras installed in the New Albany’s Council chambers that are www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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he City of New Albany now offers a streaming service for constituents to either watch live or archived meetings for the City Council, city board and city commission. Even better, the technology being utilized now has functionality that allows those watching archived meetings to fast forward quickly and easily to whatever item interests them. Transparency in governmental operations and the ability to easily obtain public information are fundamental hallmarks of good government. Particularly after COVID-19, when people couldn’t attend public meetings in person, it became even more important for governmental entities to provide alternative ways to access elected leaders’
The assistance you need, when you need it remotely operated to bring you a quality production of city meetings. Live meetings and archived recordings can be easily accessed on the City of New Albany website at www.newalbanyohio.org/streaming-meetings. The screen the viewer will see when they watch meetings will intermittently display the agenda item being discussed and the City Council, board or staff member who is speaking; and as mentioned, viewers watching archived meetings can click on a hyperlinked agenda item to go straight to a specific item of interest. Swagit is also in the process of implementing an auto closed captioning of the live stream, and meetings will be indexed for easy navigation between different agenda points. City Council and staff are excited to share this info with you, showing our commitment to government transparency while simultaneously improving the quality of our meeting productions.
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Jammin’ with Jambar Energy bar company partners with HNA By Claire Miller
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artnerships are integral to many facets of public and private organizations. It’s no different in the healthy living space. Healthy New Albany’s partnership with Jambar, a California-based company founded by PowerBar creator Jenny Maxwell, is a local example of how shared goals and values can offer unique opportunities for collaborations between organizations. Jambar is donating its bars to be given out at HNA races this season, including the New Albany Walking Classic, as the energy bar company shares a mission similar to HNA’s. “Philosophically, our company is totally committed to healthy living and music,” Maxwell says. “We donate resources, … usually it’s just bars, to organizations that contribute to active living.” Jambar launched in October 2021. Maxwell says she set out to make an organic energy bar that’s higher quality, better tasting and uses more natural ingredients than any competitors. “Ingredients, care and love make Jambar different,” she says. When Maxwell and her late husband, Brian, started working on the PowerBar concept in 1985, it was near the start of the public interest in energy bars. At the time, the nutrition-packed snacks were targeted at endurance athletes. While energy bars remain popular with athletes, they’ve been adopted broadly as an easy on-the-go snack. Maxwell and her husband stepped away from the industry after selling the company for an estimated $375 million in 2000. It wasn’t until 30 years after having the initial idea of an energy bar
Jenny Maxwell created Jambar in her kitchen. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
New Albany Walking Classic participants will receive Jambars as part of their race packet.
that Maxwell, in 2015, found herself critiquing the existing energy bar options out there. Her family encouraged her, confident that she could improve the contemporary energy bar. Still, Maxwell didn’t think the world needed just another energy bar and searched for ways to connect the company to her other values. “There has to be something else,” Maxwell says. “There has to be something bigger than just another energy bar. So I thought, ‘Why don’t I combine my passions?’” A lifelong athlete and later-in-life musician, Maxwell’s background is in food science. As she did for PowerBar years before, she was able to formulate a recipe in her kitchen. It took four years of work to get everything right, including the wrapper, the name and the business plan, before the bars were ready to market.
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Setting the Bar High Jambar offers four different bars, each with its own distinct taste as Jambar doesn’t use a base formula. Two bars – Jammin’ Jazzleberry and Musical Mango – are plant-based and two – Malt Nut Medley and Chocolate Cha Cha – are whey proteinbased. All are made with real food ingredients only and have nine to 10 grams of protein. “I didn’t want to use tapioca syrup and brown rice syrup,” Maxwell says. “I wanted to be more natural.” Instead of those processed ingredients, the bars are sweetened with maple syrup, honey, grape sugar and dates. One benefit of stepping back into the industry now is that natural ingredients have become
much more common than when Maxwell left PowerBar more than 20 years ago. “As a food scientist, I have options and innovations with food that I didn’t have,” she says, “which is pretty cool.” The bars are produced in a stateof-the-art facility, and the company is growing at a steady rate, Maxwell says. But the intention is to stay small to best maintain Jambar’s values. “We focus on quality for sure and our commitment to the community,” she says. Jambar distribution is mostly on the West Coast, but the bars have found their way across the country through partnerships and online ordering. That makes the bars’ inclusion in Walking Classic swag bags all the more unique as many attendees will have the opportunity to try the bars for the first time. Find more information about Jambar at www.jambar.com. Claire Miller is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at cmiller@cityscenemediagroup.com. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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Maxwell, a mother to six children, whose youngest was seven months old at the time of Brian’s passing. In 2007, at age 40, she took up drumming. Learning music proved challenging. Maxwell says that it took her nearly a decade, but she can now confidently express herself on the drums. She currently plays in two different bands and across a range of genres from rock to Latin jazz. Her love for music became an important part of Jambar as she developed the concept. “Music is a huge part of the brand,” she says. “We promote music education through giving, usually just bars to organizations that promote music – it could be music education, it could be
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he debut summer season of the Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater is off and running, with plenty of room to grow. The New Albany Community Foundation will support programming at the amphitheater throughout the summer including a Columbus Jazz Orchestra & Friends performance and free Family Flicks movie screenings. “We’re excited, obviously,” says foundation President Craig Mohre. “This will be our first full season with the new venue. It’s very intimate. It’s very beautiful. It’s going to be a great experience for folks to attend performances.” 24
It’s the first season for the amphitheater, which was dedicated in fall 2021, and therefore a learning experience for the foundation, Mohre says. “The first season is to see what the response is, to see what kind of sponsorships we can secure,” he says. “But I think it’s a good season to start and I hope that we’ll learn a lot this year and then next year maybe grow the programming.” In the amphitheater’s debut season, the foundation will present a threeperformance series, which included the Kat and Dave Show on June 14. The Columbus Jazz Orchestra & Friends will grace the Hinson stage for
the second performance of the series on July 21, performing a selection of gospel, blues and spirituals alongside world-renowned vocalist Niki Haris and the Milt Ruffin Chorale. The performance will include a tribute to Aretha Franklin. Gates open at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m. On Aug. 11, the foundation will host Amp Up the Arts in benefit to the amphitheater. The event features Tony and Grammy award winner Renée Elise Goldsberry, who originated the role of Angelica Schuyler in the Broadway musical Hamilton. Gates open and dinner begins at 7 p.m. The performance starts at 8 p.m. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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Many family-friendly events are planned in the summer programming as well, including three Family Flick Nights. The showings of A Bug’s Life (June 28), Monsters, Inc. (July 26) and Finding Nemo (Aug. 16) are free. Gates opens at 6:30 p.m. and movies start at 7:30 p.m. “We were fortunate enough to have the Mershad family and Google and others step forward to donate money for the giant LED screen so we can do movie nights and show other videos,” Mohre says. “That’s a whole other layer of the programming that will be exciting for the community.” Sonia De Los Santos & The Okee Dokee Brothers will come together for a Family Fall Music Fest to close out the foundation’s series on Oct. 2. Activities for children will begin at 3 p.m., followed by the performances at 4 p.m. Children under 18 are free with an accompanying adult. Mohre says he can already see opportunities to grow the programming in coming years, similar to how A Remarkable Evening turned into the Lecture Series. 26
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nimals and humans have the capacity to form special bonds. Dogs and horses in particular have a long history of working and playing with humans, and both of those relationships will be on display Sept. 4 for the Canine Companions Cup, all in support of a good cause. Canine Companions will host the charity cup in partnership with Play Polo Club at Bryn Du Mansion in Granville. It’s the fourth event of its kind the two organizations have held together, but the first at the Granville location. “We do the polo and they do the party,” says Play Polo Club co-owner Tina Henriot, who also announces the matches at the cup. “It’s an amazing volunteer staff and people that come out with the hero pups. The dogs that are there, it’s just such a special thing they do to change the lives of individuals and families.” Canine Companions serves the New Albany community and 14 states in
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the Midwest by providing trained service dogs free of charge for children, adults and Veterans who need them. Dogs are trained and paired with individuals and receive ongoing support for their working life, says Elaine May, a long-time Canine Companions North Central Region volunteer on the pups and polo committee. “We are looking to increase awareness about the mission of Canine Companions and service dogs,” May says. “September is Service Dog Awareness month, so this event is a great way for us to connect with our community and learn about the important work of service dogs while enjoying a polo match.” The game of polo itself is family-friendly and fairly easy for new spectators to understand, which makes it a great opportunity for a charity event, says Horace Henriot, co-owner and head pro for the Play Polo Club. 30
Henriot says the City of Granville has embraced the game of polo in the last 20-30 years. Members of his club play at the Bryn Du Mansion every Sunday and participate in several events during the year. Having a charitable tie-in is just part of the game. “Most polo games are played for honor,” Henriot says. “There’s a cup, but if there’s money to be made, that all goes to the charities.” Polo is also unique in that it’s easy to learn and inclusive of differing athletic abilities. Polo players can be of any experience, age or gender, Henriot says. “One of the things that makes the sport really exciting is that the real athlete is the horse, it’s not really the player,” he says. “I have people that are 60 years old and just started the sport. So, you don’t actually have to be in great shape to actually be able to participate.” Although the goal of this event is to raise money for Canine Companions, Henriot says he also hopes this event will expose more people to the game of polo. “We really value being able to do charity events because it is a way to not just play for yourself, but to allow people to enjoy it and play for a cause,” he says. “If there’s a way that funds can be raised for a good cause while we enjoy playing polo, that’s a win for everybody.” Chloe McGowan is an editorial assistant and Claire Miller is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at cmiller@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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Festive Fourth Annual Independence Day celebrations planned
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Families are encouraged to line the parade route to cheer on familiar faces and view the floats. A festival follows later in the day, beginning at 6 p.m., on the New Albany Middle School lawn. In addition to live entertainment and food trucks, activities include face painting, balloons, caricatures and a bounce house. “This year we are proud to be bringing even more delicious food trucks and community parade floats to the Independence Day Festival,” says Cherie Nelson, president of the
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he New Albany Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Independence Day celebration on July 4. The day of events begins with a parade at 11 a.m., starting from the New Albany Primary School parking lot. The route moves south on North High Street, takes a right turn onto West Main Street briefly before turning right onto East Dublin-Granville Road and then moves west until reaching its end point at the Church of the Resurrection.
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New Albany Chamber of Commerce. “We are hoping to make this festive event bigger and better in 2022.” The celebration concludes, of course, with fireworks presented by the City of New Albany at 9:45 p.m. “The Fourth of July celebration is important because it showcases civic pride like no other,” Nelson says. “Celebrating our country’s freedom along with community members and partners is something the chamber looks forward to every year and will continue to do for years to come.” Find more information at www.newalbanychamber.com. Claire Miller is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at cmiller@cityscenemediagroup.com.
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By Lauren Serge and Claire Miller
Eating Up Myths Tracing the truth on common diet and exercise beliefs
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hen it comes to diet and exercise advice, there are many beliefs, habits and even expressions that one might frequently hear – but how much can be believed? It’s not uncommon for even our longest-held health beliefs to trace back to misleading or deceiving ideas about what is and isn’t good for us. Kristina Jenny, who has been a registered dietitian for the last 30 years, says she’s encountered a number of clients with dietary concerns that are actually rooted in health myths. Jenny and Samantha Cochrane, a registered dietetic nutritionist at The Ohio State University’s Wexner Medical Center, share five common health myths and the reality behind them. Eating before working out is harmful – Myth It’s the opposite, according to Cochrane. “There’s really good information to say that actually eating a snack that might have some readily available carbohydrates can actually really fuel your workout,” she says. Just pay attention to how foods make you feel, she says. Simple carbohydrates like a banana, granola bar or sports drink are easier on the digestive system. Everyone should cut carbs – Myth While individuals may associate carbs with unhealthfulness, Jenny says
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that carbs are essential to an individual’s diet and can take the form of healthful grains, fruit and vegetables. “Carbs have gotten a really bad rap,” she says. “Carbs are what our muscles use to work. We use food for energy and for inflating our tissues and building our muscles.” Sugar is unhealthful – Myth It’s important to pay attention to the type and the amount, Cochrane says. Sugars naturally occurring in whole foods are OK. When eaten in small amounts, added sugars aren’t harmful either. Check
the nutrition facts to know how much has been added, versus occurs naturally in the food. Milk is the best – or only – source of calcium – Myth “There are lots of different forms that calcium can come in, from kale to broccoli,” Jenny says. “Calcium does all sorts of things to help build our bones. Milk is not necessarily the best source of calcium.” www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
Healthy New Albany Food Pantry most-needed items for July/August • Spaghetti sauce • Canister oatmeal • Dried black beans (1-lb bags) • Baked beans • Canned chili • Pasta side dishes • Rice side dishes • Applesauce For more information, visit www.newalbanyfoodpantry.org Water causes bloating and weight gain – Myth “When I talk to people about maintaining a healthy weight or just good overall health and nutrition, water is a huge part of that conversation,” Cochrane says. Sixty-four ounces is a good daily threshold for most people to target, while more is required depending on your exercise regime, she says. Most importantly, drinking consistently through the day is the most healthful way to hydrate. Your plate should have variety – Truth Despite all the myths, there are still some commonly held truths, such as ensuring plates are filled with a variety of nutritionally balanced and colorful foods. “People (often ask), ‘When they say, eat a variety, what does that mean?’” Jenny says. “We get a lot of our nutrients from color. So, make sure your plate is colorful. Because if it’s colorful, then it’s got really good nutrients in it.” Lauren Serge is an editorial assistant and Claire Miller is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at cmiller@ cityscenemediagroup.com. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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By Sophia Englehart
A New Kind of Therapy Telehealth services increase options and access for patients
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Popular therapy apps that incorporate significant elements of AI include Woebot, Wysa and Youper. The AI component can range from gauging mood to offering chatbot therapy, which many use in tandem with live therapists. Still, AI cannot compete in certain spaces with telehealth apps. Services such as BetterHelp, Cerebral and Talkspace may use AI, but typically only in screening, matching users with therapists and other logistical functions. Those apps aim to make therapy more accessible, whether that means offering therapy at home for a person with social anxiety or offering flexibility to a person who travels frequently but requires regular visits with their care provider. Health care providers and businesses have even begun to partner with telehealth services to expand their own reach. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center began using BetterHelp in 2020, near the start of the pandemic. In a matter of
AI-supported therapy apps can provide quick and accessible support.
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he pandemic taught many valuable lessons, one of them being that medical expertise isn’t only limited to a doctor’s office but can be practiced in an online format as well. As medical providers worked to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, many expanded their services on online platforms to provide patients the ability to safely connect with a medical provider while minimizing the risks of COVID-19 exposure. These services range from video chats with therapists to artificial intelligence (AI). The use of AI in online therapy, according to the American Psychological Association, offers plenty of potential opportunities, including destigmatizing therapy, reducing potential cost barriers and allowing for support to be available 24/7. In the midst of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many patients and doctors couldn’t safely meet for in-person appointments, this provided an alternative to meet health care needs. But the use of AI d o e s n ’ t mean patients aren’t receiving person-toperson medical attention. Instead, AI can be used for a variety of purposes including telecommunications, patient information intake and analysis, diagnosis, and scheduling. One example is the use of AI to transcribe therapy sessions, giving practitioners quick access to the full record of an appointment. This also allows therapists and medical providers to compile data and perform key word analysis on therapy sessions more quickly and effectively, allowing for better quality of care and more accurate diagnoses. Similarly, AI can be used to address the issue of misdistribution of medical services. The use of AI can solve some of the problems that many patients in remote locations, or patients with mobility and transportation challenges, experience. This gives patients access to a broader range of health care options without driving up costs.
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months, telehealth visits through EAP had shifted from 2 percent to 98 percent of all visits, according to the OSU Health Plan website. BetterHelp allowed EAP to connect users to Ohio-licensed medical professionals through calls, texts or video chats faster than before. Thanks to the broadening access to the internet and phones, therapy and care for mental health is becoming more attainable than ever, and coming off of the heels of a global pandemic, taking care of one’s mental health is as vital as it has ever been. Sophia Englehart is an editorial assistant at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
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By Kerri E. Mollard, Plain Township Trustee and mom of two NAHS students
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n April 6, I stood in a New Albany fire station talking to newly promoted Battalion Chief Travis Dudley and retired Chief John Hoovler about the 2021 Plain Township Fire Department run statistics, which included 1,796 emergency medical services runs. I told them I was stunned by the 223 auto accidents and 14 extrications of trapped persons they responded to and served. “I have a 17-year-old son,” I said, which made the data sobering. “Seventy-five percent of all 16- and 17-year-olds will be involved in a car accident,” Hoovler responded. “That can’t be,” I thought. Less than 24 hours later, on April 7, I stood at the corner of Route 605 and Fancher Road, less than three miles from home. It was the site of a multi-car accident. Plain Township Fire Department personnel were on the scene doing what they are trained to do. The statistics we had just discussed came to life: My son was driving one of the cars. I embraced my son and his friends as I scanned the scene: mangled steel, shattered glass, deployed air bags, rescue equipment and terrified looks on the faces of all those involved. “This can’t be,” I thought. As I tried to make sense of what I was witnessing, I had a realization: The safety features that our family researched prior to purchasing my son’s car may have made all the difference. I believe the pre-collision braking, which is part of the EyeSight system on his Subaru, is what saved his and his friend’s lives. 40
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Call Nicole car technology that enable more drivers and passengers to walk away from horrible accidents. “In my opinion, two factors play significantly in teen crashes: driver inexperience and distractions,” Rupp said. Parents can make an impact on reducing teen accidents by coaching them to be aware of those factors and demonstrating smart behaviors. “Remember, teens pick up your driving habits as they have been a passenger of your driving for 16 years,” Rupp added. If your teen is driving, please talk to them about risks and what can happen. If you’re shopping for a car, consider driver-assisted technology. Imagine how many students in New Albany High School will be impacted by car accidents given the statistics. Imagine what a difference we can make in our community’s safety and well-being if our teens are more informed and more aware. I wish you a wonderful summer and hope that sharing our story and the role of our Plain Township Fire Department in emergency rescues will have a positive impact on your family. Because in the blink of an eye it can all change.
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By Molly Scott, Nature Program Coordinator, Healthy New Albany
Too Busy To Reconnect “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” – John Muir
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here is an old Zen saying that, “You should sit in nature for twenty minutes a day, unless you’re busy. Then you should sit for an hour.” This quote is for those of us that move through the day at a hectic pace wishing we had more time in a day – or a break. Shifting our mindset to making more priority time in nature may help. As research shows, spending time reconnecting with nature is a free source of fresh air, simple enjoyment that calms the body and mind and helps us find clarity in our lives. For children, spending time in nature provides a wide range of health benefits such as increased vitamin D levels, reduced stress and aggression, increased self-esteem, and stronger emotional connections to people and nature. Nature is even credited with improving academic performance, reducing ADHD symptoms, increasing focus and attention, and improving behavior. Our lives are busy, often moving at breakneck speed. It’s helpful to examine how we spend the hours in our day. There’s work, school, volunteering, sleep (naps included), eating, cleaning, working out, shopping, streaming TV or movies, reading, attending events and socializing – life can be a lot! Before adding another thing to the to do list, think about how incorporating nature into our days can benefit our wellness. Here are a few simple and effective ways to rethink the role of nature in our lives: 42
Eat and drink outside – This is not a new idea, but one that is often overlooked. Summer is a great time to reconnect with nature in the cooler mornings or evenings or in the shade at midday. There’s nothing better than an iced coffee in Rose Run Park. Move your workout … outside! – Take a yoga mat, free weights or a jump rope to the patio or porch for the summer. Get some fresh air, listen to the birds and end with some cool water while looking up at the clouds. Become nocturnal – As humans we are diurnal, meaning active mostly during the day. Embrace the nocturnal animal inside by spending more time in the dark outside. Consider walking at night, though you’ll want to wear reflective gear and lights for safety. Maybe sleep outside and reset your circadian rhythm. Our senses increase as the stars come out. Get your family out for a walk – While they may protest at first, taking time in the evening, or anytime, for a family walk can be a surprising way to connect and insert a little bit of ease and calm into your days. You may be surprised with the opportunities it provides to connect with family and friends. And it’s a great way to model behavior for children. If you want to track your miles and accomplish a marathon this sum-
mer, log onto NAKidsMarathon.com and take part in the MOVEment! Nature connects us. We’re wired to respond to, connect with and benefit from the natural world. It’s available to us almost all the time. It doesn’t cost a penny and the benefits are profound. Once nature is a part of our lifestyle, we feel more connected with our place in the world. In almost a magical way it has the power to change our perspective, provide insight and lightness, or a sense of freshness into whatever we may be dealing with. Let us not underestimate the power of a breeze and a birdsong. Molly Scott is the nature program coordinator for Healthy New Albany. Her role is to create and implement nature-based programs with a focus on individual and community health and wellness. She holds degrees in child development/family relations and early childhood education and has served as a nature educator for the past 12 years. She is currently certified in level 1 urban Zen integrative therapies, trained in the Montessori method and project learning tree, and is enrolled with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides. She believes reconnecting with the natural world is a foundational way to heal, learn and grow. www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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Noon-1:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Wednesday, July 20
What’s Up in the Garden?
Tuesdays, July 12 & Aug. 9
World of Wonder (WOW) Nature Class for preschoolers 10-11:15 a.m., Rose Run Park
Thursdays, July 14, 21, 28
Nourish Jr. Camp: Cooking 101 (4th 6th grades) 1:30-3:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen
Thursday, July 21
Nourish the Pantry Class: Simply Mad about the Mediterranean Diet 6:30-8:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen
Sunday, July 24
Nourish Class: Crostata… Pie’s Cousin! 2-4 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen
Thursday, Aug. 18
Nourish Class: Traditional Ukrainian Cuisine
Tuesdays, July 19 & Aug. 16
6:30-8:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen
6:30-8 p.m., Philip Heit Center
10-11:15 a.m., Rose Run Park
Sunday, Aug. 21
Tuesday, Aug. 30
Saturday, July 9
6-7 p.m., Philip Heit Center or Virtual
8:15-9:45 p.m., Philip Heit Center & surrounding outdoor areas
Ask the Expert: How Can Connecting with Nature Affect Wellness?
Ask the Expert: What’s Important about Pelvic Floor Health?
Integrative Programs
Toddlers in Nature
Summer Night Hike
Wednesday, July 27
Nature Sit Spot Workshop
Thursdays, July 7, 21; Aug. 4
6:30-9 p.m., Philip Heit Center & surrounding outdoor areas
6-6:50 p.m., Rose Run Park
Saturday, Aug. 13
Family Yoga in the Park (ages 5+)
Mondays, July 11-Aug. 1; Aug. 8-29
Summer Night Hike - Adults Only
10-11 a.m., Rose Run Park
Nourish Culinary Programs
Yoga in the Park
Tuesdays, July 12-Aug. 2; Aug. 9-30 Outdoor Chair Yoga
9:30-10:30 a.m., Philip Heit Center Outdoor Patio
7:30-9:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center & surrounding outdoor areas
Sunday, July 10
Nourish Class: Sushi: Let’s Roll! 2-4 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen
Tuesdays, July 12 & Aug. 9
Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26
6:30-8 p.m., Rose Run Park
1:30-3:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center Demo Kitchen
Summer of Zen: Urban Zen & Special Guest
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Nourish Jr. Camp: Cooking 101 (7th 9th grades)
Nourish Class: Pizza 101 2-4 p.m., Philip Heit Center - Demo Kitchen
Senior Connections Programs Thursday Mornings (weekly)
Thursday Connections (topics vary) 10 a.m., Philip Heit Center
Tuesday Afternoons (weekly) Card Sharks
1-3 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Wednesday Afternoons (weekly) Knitting Circle
1-3 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Second Fridays of the Month (July 8, Aug. 12)
Pinterest Craft Club with Wesley Woods 2-3 p.m., Philip Heit Center
Wednesday, Aug. 3
Summer Fun & Games with Wesley Woods 5-6:30 p.m., Philip Heit Center Outdoor Patio
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on the shelf
By Dianna Spencer, librarian, Columbus Metropolitan Library New Albany Branch
Healthy New Albany Bookshelf Reviews The Healthy Swaps Cookbook
by Danielle Davis, 2021 Danielle Davis believes you don’t have to give up foods you love if you’re trying to eat better – you just have to make a few simple swaps. Her book shows how to do just that with favorite recipes like chicken parmesan, buffalo chicken pasta bake and Philly cheese steak stuffed peppers. Davis focuses on swapping traditional ingredients like white flour, cream cheese and mayo for more nutrient dense and healthful ones like almond or coconut flour, Greek yogurt, or avocados. Each chapter focuses on a different category of swap – proteins, flours, fats, carbs, dairy, sugars and even cocktails. From breakfast to dinner to desert, this book makes choosing the healthful option a little bit easier.
Move More at Your Desk
by Kerrie-Anne Bradley, 2022 Economist-turned-Pilates instructor Kerrie-Anne Bradley noticed that her desk-bound Pilates students would return to her classes with new aches and pains, despite feeling great when they left the week before. She developed a program of movements that can be done seated or standing at a desk during the work day to keep your body aligned and moving. Bradley’s program is also great for people with more active or repetitive work. Shoulders, chest, neck, spine, pelvis and legs are all highlighted with simple movements and stretches that can help to ease and prevent the tightness, soreness or pain created by sitting too long. Clear descriptions with photographs show you exactly how to perform each move. It only takes a few minutes of your day to add some credits to your “movement bank” and improve your health.
Live Younger Longer
by Stephen Kopecky, M.D., 2021 It’s safe to say most of us would gladly take a few extra years of life, especially if those years could be lived in good health. Dr. Stephen Kopecky’s book aims to help you do that by pro44
viding clear steps to increase your health span. If chronic illnesses can be prevented as long as possible, our quality of life will stay satisfying for longer as well. Kopecky gives us the outline for small changes to six areas of life: food, sleep, physical activity, stress, smoking and alcohol. Not just for those of us well into middle age, Kopecky also includes advice for people in their 20s and 30s to set themselves up for a lifetime of health.
Just Eat
by Barry Estabrook, 2021 When investigative journalist Barry Estabrook’s doctor gave him the cold, hard facts about his blood pressure and cholesterol levels, he had to face the truth: It was time to lose weight. Over the course of three years, Estabrook took a stab at some of the most popular diets, along with a look at the history of diet culture and trends in America. From Atkins, paleo, gluten free and vegan, to Master Cleanse, Whole30 and Weight Watchers, Estabrook loses a few pounds and several points off his cholesterol readings. While no diet ended up being the magic bullet, each offered valid and effective takeaways that Estabrook was able to tailor to his needs.
Everyday Trauma
by Tracey Shors, Ph.D., 2022 In her new book, Rutgers University neuroscientist Tracey Shors walks us through how these traumas – whether “fast and fearful” or “slow and stressful” – impact our brain and body, and how we can work to heal ourselves. Her research has shown that remembering a trauma creates another copy of its memory within your brain, making it that much harder to forget. The good news is that we can use the power of our brain to lessen the impact of everyday traumas on our lives. Shors describes the most commonly accepted therapies currently used to help people overcome PTSD and other trauma-related mental health concerns and introduces her new Mental and Physical Training program that incorporates meditation and aerobic exercise. Her research has www.healthynewalbanymagazine.com
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52 Ways to Walk
by Annabel Streets, 2022 Annabel Streets wants us to rediscover the joy of this movement we were all born to do. Looking beyond just the health benefits, Streets breaks her book down into 52 weekly walk routines that explore different methods, locations and challenges for your next walk. Designed to be dipped in and out of, each brief chapter takes a look at a mode of walking – after eating, in the rain, barefoot, following your nose, while stretching – and the science behind why that mode is good for both body and soul. This book is a lovely reminder of the endless benefits of connecting with the outside world, people and forging a new path in places we may have traveled past many times before.
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3 Bottomley Crescent Rd. 5 beds 6.5 baths $3,225,000 Sold on 4/19/22
7285 S. Berkley Sq. 4 beds 4.5 baths $1,055,000 Sold on 5/9/22
5055 Johnstown Rd. 4 beds 4.5 baths $1,995,000 Sold on 5/5/22
4568 Neiswander Sq. 4 beds 4.5 baths $900,000 Sold on 5/9/22
3933 Farber Ct. 5 beds 5.5 baths $1,460,000 Sold on 5/13/22
4529 Neiswander Sq. 3 beds 3.5 baths $900,000 Sold on 4/20/22
4386 Tarrytown Ct. 7 beds 5.5 baths $1,395,000 Sold on 5/3/22
7390 N. Cole Park 4 beds 3.5 baths $810,000 Sold on 5/4/22
4299 Brompton Ct. 6 beds 5.5 baths $1,290,000 Sold on 5/13/22
4001 Westbury 4 beds 3.5 baths $800,000 Sold on 5/31/22
15 Edge of Woods St. 4 beds 4.5 baths $1,210,000 Sold on 5/2/22
6495 Central College Rd. 4 beds 2 baths $800,000 Sold on 5/17/22
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