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Friday, January 4, 2019 Vol. 15 No. 2
Coachella 2019 Lineup
Childish Gambino will headline Friday By Desert Star Staff Childish Gambino, Tame Impala, and Ariana Grande are slated to play the weekend’s top slots. Tame Impala shared the news on Instagram, adding that fans can expect “new sounds” from the band this year. Solange, Kid Cudi, Aphex Twin, Janelle Monáe, the 1975, Pusha-T, Blood Orange, Diplo, Weezer, Kacey Musgraves, Rosalía, Yves Tumor, SOPHIE,
Tame Impala will headline Saturday
Mac DeMarco, Idris Elba, Jon Hopkins, Kaytranada, Anderson.Paak, Juice WRLD, Playboi Carti, Let’s Eat Grandma, Bad Bunny, Sheck Wes, Gesaffelstein, J Balvin, Tierra Whack, 070 Shake, JPEGMAFIA, and more are also on this year’s lineup. Coachella returns to the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California from April 12-14 and then for a second weekend from April 19-21. The festival will
stream live on YouTube both weekends. It’s the first time both weekends will stream. Kanye West was widely rumored last year to be a headliner at Coachella 2019 alongside Justin Timberlake and Childish Gambino. (Kanye and Timberlake are not on this year’s lineup.) Earlier today, TMZ reported that Kanye pulled out of Coachella and won’t be headlining this year after all. The alleged fallout
Ariana Grande will close out festival on Sunday
was reportedly over the stage’s size and design. TMZ reports that Goldenvoice refused to alter or remove the traditional main stage for Kanye. Pitchfork has reached out to Kanye’s representatives for comment. Ariana Grande has released her hit 2018 single “thank u, next” on vinyl. The 7” pressing of the single, which comes with her recently released song “Imagine” on the B-side, is available to
purchase on her website. “thank u, next” recently got a new music video, which featured references to early 2000s teen films such as Mean Girls, Legally Blonde, Bring It On, and more. Grande released her last LP Sweetener in August. See where “thank u, next” landed on Pitchfork’s list of “The 100 Best Songs of 2018.” Entire lineup on page 2
Health Centers Racing to Jan. 15 Enrollment Deadline By Desert Star Staff ALAMOSA, Colo. — Colorado’s community health centers are pressing forward with efforts to get more residents covered under the Affordable Care Act, despite a recent Texas court ruling that the Affordable Care Act was unconstitutional. The federal court’s decision is expected to be appealed, and Joseph Rivera, outreach and enrollment lead with ValleyWide Health Systems, said the ruling doesn’t change anything for 2019 coverage. He added there’s still time to enroll before the state’s January 15 deadline. “Don’t assume you won’t qualify for assistance to help
pay for the cost of care, or that it’s too expensive,” Rivera said. “You can go to the Connect for Health Colorado website and search for a location to receive face-toface assistance in your area.” Colorado’s deadline comes a month later than the federal marketplace. Early indications show enrollment numbers at the national level declined by at least 4 percent from the previous year. The Trump administration said it cut the advertising budget for ACA enrollment by 90 percent to avoid wasteful spending.
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For many eligible Coloradans, health insurance purchased through ConnectforHealthColorado.org costs less than some cell-phone plans. (Mountain Family Health Centers)
Friday Last Chance to Comment on BLM Sale of Public Land San Bernardino National Forest and Lucerne Valley. Nada Culver, senior counsel and director of the BLM Action Center at The Wilderness Society, says the land has been designated an Area of Critical Environmental Concern – something that would have to be changed for the deal to go through. “To actually take the radical step of amending the land use plan, to take away that special designation, that in and of itself is a radical step, but to sell the land, sell the mineral rights to a company that trespassed on this land, we would characterize it as not just a run-of-the-mill bad Critics say the Bureau of Land Management should fine a mining company accused of dumping idea but in fact a spectacularly and require cleanup, rather than sell the public land and its mining rights to that company. (Tom bad idea,” she states. Egan/CA Desert Rep./Defenders of Wildlife) The land is part of the California Desert By Desert Star Staff Bureau of Land Management conglomerate called Omya Conservation Area and is LUCERNE VALLEY, Calif. wants to sell some sensitive was cited in 2011 for dumping considered an important – Friday is your last chance to land to a company waste rock from its calcium wintering area for mule deer. speak out on a controversial accused of polluting it. carbonate mine on a 70-acre It’s also part of a narrow land deal in which the An international mining parcel in the desert near the
corridor of public land used by bighorn sheep and the golden eagle, and contains a rare desert spring that supports many species of wildlife and plants. In the draft plan, the BLM justifies the sale by noting that the mine supports 50 jobs and has contributed $800,000 in tax revenue. Culver says the deal would go against the BLM’s core mission. “These are not things to be taken lightly,” she stresses. “You know, the BLM is obligated to protect these types of areas. The BLM is obligated to keep public lands in public hands. It’s actually their obligation under their own laws.” The public comment period ends Friday on the BLMs e-planning site. The Sierra Club also is circulating a petition opposing the deal.
Plan Announced to Control Use of Antibiotics in Livestock By Desert Star Staff JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The major players in the meat industry have developed what they’re calling a “stewardship plan” they say will ensure that they use antibiotics in livestock only when necessary. At issue is the possible development of deadly “super-bug” infections that are resistant to antibiotics and harmful to humans. The group has developed a set of guidelines and processes. Joe Swedberg, chairman of the Farm Foundation, said companies will use these best practices to avoid a situation where antibiotics would be unable to protect people. “You gain antibiotic resistance, and that’s concerning across particularly in human and livestock sides,” Swedberg said. “So, this is taking the one health initiative looking to be more judicious and more thoughtful and have good processes in place.” A Food and Drug Administration report released last week said antibiotic use in farm animals was down 33 percent between 2016 and 2017. The stewardship plan comes in response to new federal policies that would require label changes for some of the drugs, limit the ways they can be used and require that a veterinarian administer them. Some livestock producers have said the federal guidelines are confusing and that they need more training to meet their responsibilities. Swedberg said the new
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plan standardizes terms so everyone is on the same page. “We brought to the table food service, retailers, pharmaceuticals, livestock groups, processors – all the organizations that are dealing with this each and every day – to come up with a mutually agreed-upon definition for the stewardship, and then the components that comprise it,” he said. He added the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the FDA have been partners in this process, under both the Obama and Trump administrations.
A new federal report says antibiotic use in farm animals decreased by about one-third from 2016 to 2017. (takeasnap/Moprguefile)
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Hemp Seen as Alternative Crop for Water-Challenged AZ Farms
By Desert Star Staff COOLIDGE, Ariz. – Arizona cotton farmers, who soon may be looking for crops that use less water, could switch to industrial hemp. The hemp plant is a relative of marijuana, and both Arizona and the federal government recently passed laws allowing the commercial growing, interstate sale and processing of the now-legal plant. Hemp is used to manufacture clothes, shoes and ropes, as well as biofuels, medicines and more. Chelsea McGuire, director of government relations for the Arizona Farm Bureau, says hemp, unlike its hallucinogenic cousin, contains almost none of the chemical THC, which
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produces the high in marijuana. “If the level of THC, which is the mind-altering chemical in marijuana, if that’s higher than 0 .03, then it’s not hemp, it’s marijuana,” she explains. “If it’s lower than that, then it is hemp. So that’s how you tell the difference between the two.” State agricultural officials say that due to a decade of drought, Arizona farmers’ annual water allotments could be reduced, making it harder to grow crops such as cotton. McGuire says hemp uses about one-third the amount of the water it takes to grow cotton, and a short cultivation cycle would allow most farms two or more crops per year. She says, pending final regulatory approval, the first Arizona hemp crop will likely go in the ground in May. McGuire says the two plants look almost identical and only a chemical test can tell them apart. She adds that before the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp carried the same legal restrictions as marijuana. “Even when we had that regulatory structure in place
Newly legalized hemp, marijuana’s non-hallucinogenic cousin, could become an alternative crop to cotton for Arizona farmers. (WikimediaCommons) for our guys to grow it, it was still going to be really tough to get it in the state because you couldn’t transport seed without quite a few regulations and quite a few structures in place,” she points out. “You couldn’t transport an illegal substance across state line.” McGuire says it may take a while for some people
to get over the stigma of products made from hemp, but there is a ready market for its fibers and oils. “There’s no stigma to other fiber crops like cotton because we’re familiar with them, we use them, we wear them every day,” she states. “So, the more mainstream hemp becomes, I think the less and less that
stigma becomes an issue.” Medical use of marijuana is legal in Arizona, but recreational use is still banned. Hemp growers will be licensed and regulated by state officials, who plan to test crops frequently for their THC content.x`
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Opioid Deaths, Reduce Life Expectancy for Americans
By Desert Star Staff ST. PAUL, Minn. – It’s no longer a secret that Americans are dying at an alarming rate from a nationwide opioid crisis and increased suicide rate, and those factors also are contributing to reduction in life expectancy. Late last year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a sustained, three-year drop in life expectancy not seen since 1918, when it was attributed to deaths from World War I and a flu pandemic. Population health researcher Stephen Bezruchka says life expectancy is on the rise around the globe, but not in the United States. He points out there are now 35 countries where
people live longer lives. “So, people’s lives are not what they expect to have, and the fact that mortality in adulthood – that is, the 25 to 64-year range, the prime of life – that’s going up and people are internalizing the stress of life, and stress kills,” he stresses. The CDC’s preliminary figures showed that 72,000 people in the U.S. died from drug overdoses in 2017 – nearly 200 a day. The number of suicides nationwide was 47,000, the highest in a half century. In the past five decades, the gap between the rich and poor has risen significantly in the U.S., and Bezruchka notes that societies with high levels of economic
inequality typically have lower life-expectancy rates. He adds that societal dysfunction may be causing people to selfmedicate with drugs. “What’s our response to all these increasing deaths from opioids?” he questions. “Well, it’s putting Naltrexone, the opioid antagonist, in public places so if somebody is overdosing you can try to revive them instead of asking the question, ‘Why are we the world’s biggest users of opioids?’ “ Currently, American men can expect to live about 76 years, while women live on average to be 81 years old. Bezruchka says that’s far behind the typical 87-year lifespan for Japanese women.
“Why would women be falling behind the other countries in health stats?” he asks. “What’s expected of an American woman? “Everything. You have to have a successful career, be a loving wife, a caring soccer mom, have to have the physique of a jock, the looks of a supermodel – and it’s hard to do all that.” In addition to Japan, women live the longest in Spain and Switzerland, while men live the longest in Switzerland, Australia and Japan. Minnesota men lead the nation with a life expectancy of nearly 79 years, while women rank fourth at nearly 83 years.
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Health Centers Racing to Jan. 15 Enrollment Deadline
less than some cell-phone plans. “We’ve had a lot of radio Jenni Rodriguez, outreach commercials, social media, and enrollment lead with the newspapers. We went around Mountain Family Health Centers, and gave presentations to said her team has prioritized its our community partners,” outreach to rural areas, where Rodriguez said. “We also many people aren’t aware that canvassed our cities and financial assistance is available. other small towns, posting She said for many flyers, leaving brochures.” Coloradans, coverage can cost Rivera said health insurance
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is a complex business decision for many families, and it helps to have access to people who can break down how technical terminology impacts their pocketbooks. “What a deductible is, a co-insurance, a maximum outof-pocket - many don’t deal with those terms on a daily basis,” Rivera said. “And so
our role is to help people to understand those things.” He said many families learn about coverage options by word of mouth, and he encouraged Coloradans to help spread the news about the upcoming January 15 deadline, and the assistance available at health centers and online at ConnectforHealthColorado.org.
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The Seven SPHERES of Life: Social Take a look at your social life in terms of your communication skills and dive into how you feel in your own skin when interacting with others. Personal In attempting to be your personal best self, work to have an abundance of respect and compassion for yourself. Take care of yourself by nurturing an authentic, positive selfimage to see benefits reach other spheres of your life. Health If you’re unhealthy, it’s difficult to be your best self in other areas. The goal should be to act in your own best interests when it comes to your physical health in order to feel your best and be at your best.
How to Become Your Best Self
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By Desert Star Staff Ask yourself … are you truly who you want to be? Is this the life you really want? Are you living each day as your best self? What can you change today? How would you answer those questions? Think about your daily life. Are you thriving, or going through the motions? Are your days full of work, relationships and activities that are true to your authentic self or do you feel trapped on a treadmill of responsibility? If you dream of a better life, now is the time to turn your dream into reality. The tools you need to design a life that is fulfilling on the deepest levels are within your grasp. Written by Mike Bayer, known to the thousands of clients whose lives he has changed as Coach Mike, “Best Self” can show you how. Bayer has helped everyone from pop stars to business executives to people just like you discover the freedom to be their best selves. By asking them and leading them to
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ask themselves a series of important but tough questions, such as “What are your core values?,” “Do you go to bed each day more knowledgeable than when you woke up?” and “Am I neglecting some aspect of my physical health out of fear or denial?,” he helps them see what their Best Selves and Anti-Selves really look like. As a mental health specialist, a personal development coach and an all-around change agent, Bayer has seen the amazing ways in which lives can improve with honesty and clarity. He understands the daily struggles people face intimately, because he’s faced – and overcome – his own, and he knows that change is possible. By working through each of the Seven SPHERES of Life – Social, Personal, Health, Education, Relationships, Employment and Spiritual Development – “Best Self” is an accessible and interactive book that distills all of Bayer’s wisdom into a compact, focused guide that can ignite your desire for change.
Education Even if you didn’t enjoy school or believe you simply don’t like the process of taking in new information, you may still be thirsty for knowledge in areas that interest you on a deeper level. Find what quenches your unique interests and explore the best methods to learn in those areas. Relationships From time to time, relationships can get out of balance. However, you can be proactive about doing your part to get them back to equilibrium by determining ways to control your authenticity and what you can do when those around you aren’t reflecting their own. Employment Determine whether you’re acting as your best self at work just as you are at home. If you can’t be yourself at work, you may be wasting valuable time. Don’t lose yourself in a fear of trying to be something you aren’t while on the job. Spiritual Development The place within you from which goodness radiates can be described as your spiritual self. It’s where you form integrity, values and treatment of other people, so focus on aligning those traits with your vision of your best self. Learn more about how to become your best self and take a self-assessment quiz at coachmikebayer.com/book.
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Help Pets Ward Off Winter Risks
Photo courtesy of Getty Images By Desert Star Staff When temperatures drop, humans know to bundle up and avoid excess time outdoors. The same approach should be taken when it comes to pets. They may be covered by cozy fur coats, but not all of those coats are created equally. “Hypothermia is a real danger for pets in the wintertime, and despite pets’ natural fur coats, it doesn’t take long for hypothermia to set in and cause serious problems,” said Jennifer Freeman, DVM,
PetSmart’s resident veterinarian and pet care expert. Freeman recommends keeping an eye out for the initial signs of hypothermia, such as skin that’s cold to the touch, pale skin and gums, intense shivering and lethargy. In addition, she offers these tips to help protect your pet from a blustery winter: Outdoor access: Limit walks in extreme cold weather and monitor your pet’s behavior for signs of stress or discomfort. Never leave a
pet outside during a winter storm. Do not let your dog off its leash after snowfall. Snow masks familiar scents and your pet may become lost and disoriented. Chemical hazards: Snowmelting products like deicers, antifreeze and salt can cause skin irritations and, if ingested, can be fatal. If you live in an area where these products are used, it’s important to thoroughly rinse your pet’s paws and belly after a walk. Adding extra layers: If your
pet is small and short-haired, he or she is likely sensitive to the cold. The same goes for older pets and those that may be frail or ill. You can’t take your pet’s temperature by touching its nose, but a shivering body means he or she needs a sweater. Larger and long-haired pets can usually tolerate cold weather for longer periods of time, and even though you might bundle up, your pet has a long, thick coat prepared for long winter walks. Just remember paws get cold and sharp objects may be hiding under the powder – consider putting booties on your pet’s paws for added comfort. Skin-saving solutions: Many pets get dry skin during the winter season. When they do need a bath, try using a pet-friendly moisturizing shampoo to help keep their skin healthy and pH-balanced. In addition, a pet emergency preparedness kit should be packed and contain the supplies needed to help keep your pet fed, warm and secure in the event of emergency conditions such as blizzards and extreme cold weather. Items like a sweater, insulated vest, paw booties or wax, pet-safe ice melt and a heated bed or
pad can all help head off risks associated with cold weather. Emergencies can also create circumstances for pets to become separated from their families. In addition to ensuring your pet is wearing a tag with your cell phone number along with microchipping and registering him or her with current contact information, also tuck a copy of your pet’s vaccination and medical records, veterinary contact information and a current photo of your pet in your emergency kit. Keeping your pet wellfed through an emergency also requires advanced planning. Store a one-week supply of food in a waterproof container, along with bottled water, portable bowls, a manual can opener (if your pet eats canned food) and a list of feeding routines and behavioral considerations in case someone else must take over care. Also be sure to gather any other care items your pet may require, such as puppy pads, waste bags, litter box supplies and calming spray. Find more advice for keeping your pet safe this winter at PetSmart. com. Family Features
5 Tips for a Great Season of Winter Sports By Desert Star Staff It’s time to enjoy all your favorite winter sports. Whether you are traveling afar to hit the slopes or enjoying a closeto-home day of sledding and snow ball fights, it’s important to keep in mind that outdoor adventure in cooler weather requires preparation. Here are five tips to help you best enjoy the season. 1. Dress for Warmth. Going on a ski weekend? Ice skating? To avoid exposure, ensure your clothes and accessories will stand up to the elements. They should be waterproof, windproof and durable, for maximize comfort, warmth and safety. 2. Use Tech Tools. Stay informed with wearable technology, such as the WSD-F30 Pro Trek Smart Outdoor Watch from Casio, which includes a compass, barometer and altimeter for outdoor adventures. The smart outdoor watch offers wearers the pertinent information needed for a safe and happy day of outdoor sports and adventure, including sunrise and sunset times. Apps such as Ski Tracks (which records your day on the slopes) are designed specifically for winter sports. 3. Stay Healthy. Just
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because the temperature is colder doesn’t mean you should skip on the important things you do to stay healthy at other times of the year. For example, drinking water and staying hydrated is important whenever you are physically active. And while the days may be shorter, the sun can still be quite powerful, so keep using SPF on any exposed skin, and wear eye protection such as sunglasses designed for sports or goggles. 4. Consider Renting. Before investing in expensive, space-consuming equipment upfront, consider whether it’s more worthwhile to rent or buy these items. Factor in such details as how much use you will get out of the equipment each winter, the location of your upcoming trips, how you are getting there and how much storage space you have at home. 5. Prioritize Safety. Winter sports can be a lot fun, particularly when everyone stays safe and injury-free. Ensure that everyone in your family is properly fitted for safety equipment. For children, sizing may change year to year. Listen to the advice of any instructors you work with and always follow the directions and safety rules at the facility. StatePoint
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What to Know Now About COPD
By Desert Star Staff It claims a life every three to four minutes, making it one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The culprit: COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Nationwide, more than 16 million people have been diagnosed with this debilitating lung disease, also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. But millions of others likely have COPD and don’t know it, as symptoms develop slowly and worsen over time. Shortness of breath, chronic coughing, wheezing and excess mucus—all can make even the most mundane tasks difficult, yet many people think these are just normal symptoms of aging or being out of shape. So, what are the chances you have COPD? Smoking, research has long shown, is the main risk factor for the disease. Some 75 percent
of people who have COPD smoke or once smoked. But long-term exposure to lung irritants such as secondhand smoke, air pollution, and chemical fumes and dust— from both the environment and workplace—can be a risk factor, too. In some cases, genetics can play a role. The good news is COPD is highly treatable and manageable. The bad news is, due to the slow progression of the disease, Americans often delay seeking help until the problem is severe, which can lead to serious, long-term disability. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), together with federal and nonfederal partners, has developed the COPD National Action Plan, the first-ever blueprint for collective action to reduce the burden of the disease. With the action plan as a guide, NHLBI is working across the country to
encourage earlier recognition of the disease. But it is giving particular attention to rural areas, where the disease is especially prevalent. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COPD is almost twice as likely to affect people living in rural communities than in urban ones. Because of this disparity, NHLBI
is taking special steps to help rural residents get the advice it wants everyone to follow: learn the signs and symptoms of COPD, and if breathing issues are impacting even the most basic daily everyday tasks, see a health care professional, such as a primary care provider, nurse practitioner or other specialist. With a diagnosis and the
proper treatment, people with COPD can learn to ably manage their condition. For more information about COPD and resources, visit NHLBI’s COPD Learn More Breathe Better program at COPD.nhlbi.nih.gov. Talk to a health care professional as soon as breathing problems occur. StatePoint
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into a blanket or nursing cover as your baby grows. • Stick to the program. It will take some getting used to, but putting your baby on a consistent schedule will mean less fuss when it’s time to put your baby down for naps and at bedtime. Whether it’s singing your baby a song or snuggling and reading, creating a parentchild routine will help signal to your baby that it’s time to sleep. Soothing a crying baby can feel like an uphill battle. Luckily, there are plenty of natural, effective ways to calm a fussy little one, from old tricks to new tools. StatePoint
5 Tips to Soothe a Fussy Baby
By Desert Star Staff If you’ve ever gone to great lengths to sooth a fussy baby, you may feel like you’ve tried every trick in the book. As most new parents learn quickly, this can be one of the most challenging aspects of caring for a little one. Keep in mind, some of the most effective methods to get a baby to relax, stop crying and get some sleep, are the safest and the simplest. • “Shush, shush, shush.” A “shhh” mimics the sounds
of a cozy, comfy womb, which can have a calming effect on fussy babies. Try this simple tip in a rocking chair. • Togetherness. A baby carrier or wrap creates close comfort between parent and child, soothing your baby while giving you an endorphin boost. This is a great technique when you need two hands to move about the house, or want a comfortable way to breastfeed. For added convenience, check out innovative baby carriers that slip on like t-shirts, such
Yemeni toddler dies in US hospital days after desperate mother defeats travel ban By Desert Star Staff A heartbroken Yemeni mother, who fought for an American visa for months so she could see her dying son, got to spend just 10 days with him before the two-year-old passed away in a US hospital. Abdullah Hassan passed away on Friday from a rare brain disease, hypomyelination, in a children’s hospital in Oakland, California. His father, Ali Hassan, an American citizen, brought him there five months ago in hopes of saving his son’s life. His mother, a Yemeni national, was unable to be with her baby, because an executive order signed by President Trump in 2017 excluded citizens from seven –mainly Muslim– nations. Before Abdullah and Ali
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returned to the US, their family lived in Egypt where they settled after fleeing the war in Yemen in 2016. While Ali Hassan managed to secure an American passport for his son, the mother was denied multiple visa requests starting from August 2017 because of the new travel restrictions. Finally, following an intervention and a lawsuit from the Council on AmericanIslamic Relations (CAIR), the boy’s mother Shaima received a visa waiver from the State Department and rejoined her family in California on December 19. Just over a week later her son died. “I’m a US citizen, Muslim and US citizen. The Muslim Ban kept my wife from coming to the US for over a
Abdullah Hassan, the 2-year-old son of Shaima Swileh and Ali Hassan, has passed away at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital in Oakland. year. It forced me to choose between my son’s health and keeping our family together,” Ali Hassan said at the funeral, held Saturday, expressing hope January 4, 2019
that the Muslim community will keep on fighting against the blanket travel restrictions. Heartbroken and disturbed by the news, the
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 041036- NT (1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. 2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: JH Rainbow, Inc., 67-782 CA-111, Suite B104, Cathedral City, CA 92234 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: 2831 Calle Loreto, Palm Springs, CA 92264 (4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: WWTN, Inc., 301 N. Palm Canyon Drive #103, Palm Springs, CA 92262. (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are all stock in trade, furniture, fixtures and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill of that certain business located at: 67-782 CA-111, Suite B104, Cathedral City, CA 92234 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at that location is: The UPS Store #5425. (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 01/23/19 at the office of All Brokers Escrow Inc., 2924 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505, Escrow No. 041036-NT, Escrow Officer: Nancy Toth . (8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above. (9) The last date for filing claims is 01/22/19. (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code.11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE Dated: December 6, 2018 Transferees: WWTN, Inc., a California Corporation By: /s/ Stacie Wissler, Chief Executive Officer By: /s/ Christine Tringali-Nunes, Director By: /s/ Lee Wilczek, Director By: /s/ Jacques Tringali-Nunes, Individual 1/4/19 CNS-3207766# DESERT STARWEEKLY Publish January 4, 2019 DSW19-5000 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. 041035-NT (1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described. (2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: JH Rainbow, Inc., 79405 Highway 111, Suite D, La Quinta, CA 92253 (3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: 2831 Calle Loreto Palm Springs, CA 92264 (4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: WWTN, Inc., 301 N. Palm Canyon Drive #103, Palm Springs, CA 92262 (5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are all stock in trade, furniture, fixtures and equipment, intangible assets and goodwill of that certain business located at: 79405 Highway 111, Suite D, La Quinta, CA 92253 (6) The business name used by the seller(s) at said location is: The UPS Store #4781. (7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is 1/23/19 at the office of All Brokers Escrow Inc., 2924 W. Magnolia Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505, Escrow No. 041035-NT, Escrow Officer: Nancy Toth. (8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above. (9) The last date for filing claims is 01/22/19. (10) This Bulk Sale is subject to Section 6106.2 of the Uniform Commercial Code. (11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: None
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD A. KESSEN CASE NO. PRIN1802815 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of RICHARD A. KESSEN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JON WESTERLUND in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JON WESTERLUND be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: JANUARY 30, 2019 at 8:45AM in Dept. PS3 located at 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 . IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: BARBARA G. KNOX, 73-200 EL PASEO, SUITE 1B, PALM DESERT, CA 92260 (760) 340-0034. Publish December 28, 2018, January 4, 11 2019 DSW18-5215 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: EVENTOS BLESSED, 9061 PINK MOSS CT, CORONA, CA 92883. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: NORMA LETICIA GONZALEZCARMONA, 9061 PINK MOSS CT, CORONA, CA 92883. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: NORMA LETICIA GONZALEZ-CARMONA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 7, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201816632. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET.
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SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Publish January 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019. DSW19-5002 NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December DOING BUSINESS AS: SO CAL GRAFIX, 68435 14, 21, 28, 2018, January 4, 2019 DSW18-5207 E RAMON #2, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ADRIAN T.S. No. 067529-CA APN: 625-323-002-7 NOROSARIO RENDON, 19199 TUMBLEWEED TRL, TICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241; CHRISTIAN- TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT -RENDON, 65882 4TH STREET, DESERT HOT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/21/2005. SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR :CO-PARTNERS. Registrant commenced to trans- PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. act business under the fictitious business name(s) IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE listed above on SEPTEMBER 2018. I declare that OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU all the information in this statement is true and SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 1/15/2019 correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, infor- at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly apmation which he or she knows to be false, is guilty pointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of of a crime). Signed: ADRIAN ROSARIO RENDON Trust recorded 11/29/2005, as Instrument No. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 2005-0984684, , of Official Records in the office Riverside County on NOVEMBER 14 2018. Peter of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. of CALIFORNIA executed by: FRANZ P JEVNE III, R-201815641. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- CYNTHIA JEVNE, HUSBAND AND WIFE WILL SELL NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE FRONT (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish November 21, 28, CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT, 849 W. SIXTH 2018 December 5, 12, 2018. Publish December STREET, CORONA, CA 92882 all right, title and 21, 28, 2018, January 4, 11, 2019 DSW18-1343 interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street NESS AS: PALM SPRINGS CHIROPRACTIC; address and other common designation, if any, of PALM SPRINGS CHIROPRACTIC CENTER, 2145 the real property described above is purported to E. TAHQUITZ CANYON RD #5, PALM SPRINGS, CA be: 74688 ARROYO DRIVE INDIAN WELLS, CALI92262 . Riverside County. Full name of registrant: FORNIA 92210 The undersigned Trustee disclaims SCOTT STEPHEN REDFERN, 2145 E. TAHQUITZ any liability for any incorrectness of the street adCANYON RD #5, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. dress and other common designation, if any, shown Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant has not yet begun to transact business under the or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, fictitious business name(s) listed above on. I declare possession, condition, or encumbrances, including that all the information in this statement is true and fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, informa- the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the tion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by a crime). Signed: SCOTT STEPHEN REDFERN. said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid This statement was filed with the County Clerk of balance of the obligation secured by the property to Riverside County on DECEMBER 5, 2018. Peter be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. and advances at the time of the initial publication R-201816478. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- of the Notice of Sale is: $762,286.29 If the Trustee NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS is unable to convey title for any reason, the sucFROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE cessful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED successful bidder shall have no further recourse. BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN executed and delivered to the undersigned a written THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 14, 21, county where the real property is located. NOTICE 28, 2018, January 4, 2019 DSW18-5208 TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering on this property lien, you should understand FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE bidding there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- that auction. will be bidding on a lien, not on the NESS AS: SMS CONSTRUCTION; STEVEN M property You itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee SCHICK CONSTRUCTION, 66358 DESERT VIEW auction does not automatically entitle you to free AVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. River- and clear ownership the property. You should side County. Full name of registrant: STEVEN M also be aware that theof lien being auctioned off may SCHICK, 66358 DESERT VIEW AVE, DESERT HOT be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by auction, you are or may be for paying INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to trans- off all liens senior to the lienresponsible auctioned off, act business under the fictitious business name(s) before you can receive clear being title to the property. listed above on. I declare that all the information in You are encouraged to investigate the existence, this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist declares as true, information which he or she knows on this property by contacting the county recorder’s to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: STEVEN M office or a title insurance company, either of which SCHICK. This statement was filed with the County may charge you a fee for this information. If you Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 10, 2018. consult either of these resources, you should be Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File aware that the same lender may hold more than one No. R-201816683. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE this notice of sale may be postponed one or more OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI- times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS Civil Code. The law requires that information about STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE
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trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 067529CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Publish December 21, 28, 2018, January 4, 2019 DSW18-5203 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. Foreclosure DOT 81632-RM247-DOT. APN: See Schedule “1”. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT OF YOUR OBLIGATION UNDER YOUR DEED OF TRUST. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLAINATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Date of Sale: 01/15/2019 at 9:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882. NOTICE is hereby given that First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation, 1 First American Way, Santa Ana, CA in care of: 400 S. Rampart Blvd, #290 Las Vegas, NV 89145 – Phone: (407) 393-9310 as the duly appointed Trustee, Successor Trustee, or Substituted Trustee of Deed(s) of Trust executed by Trustor(s) and recorded among the Official Records of Riverside County, California, and pursuant to that certain Notice of Default (“NOD”) thereunder recorded, all as shown on Schedule “1” which is attached hereto and a part hereof, will sell at public auction for cash, lawful money of the United States of America, (a cashier’s check payable to said Trustee drawn on a state or national bank, a state or federal credit union, or a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings bank as specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state) all that right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State to wit: Those certain Timeshare Interval as shown as Legal Description Variables on Schedule “1”, within the timeshare project Westin Mission Hills located at 71333-71777 Dinah Shore Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270. The legal descriptions as set forth on the recorded Deed(s) of Trust shown on Schedule “1” are incorporated by this reference. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, as to title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the unpaid balance due on the note or notes secured by said Deed(s) of Trust, as shown on as Note Balance on Schedule “1”, plus accrued interest thereon, the estimated costs, expenses and advances if any at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale, together with estimated expenses of the Trustee in the amount of $600.00. Accrued Interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. Dated: December 17, 2018. First American Title Insurance Company, a Nebraska Corporation. SCHEDULE “1”: NOD RECORDING DATE AND REFERENCE: 09/20/2018; 2018-0376800. Contract No., Loan No., Legal Description Variables, Trustor, APN, DOT Dated, DOT Recording Date and Reference, Note Balance; 408991, 382018-44AP408991, UNIT: 3820, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: GOLD, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-44-3820 - F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, SAM MARQUEZ and LISA MARQUEZ, 010-713-690-9, 05/07/2004, 05/25/2004, Inst: 2004-0392364, $8,949.01; 412770, 470301-12AP-412770, UNIT: 4703, FREQUENCY: Annual, SEASON: PLATINUM, VACATION OWNERSHIP INTEREST: A-12-4703 F, UNDIVIDED INTEREST: 1/52, DAMON DAVEY, 010-717-788-7, 07/07/2009, 08/20/2009, Inst: 2009-0435186, $11,243.68. Publish December 21, 28, 2018, January 4, 2019 DSW18-5209
How to Rekindle the Romance in Your Marriage
By Desert Star Staff Whether you’re a honeymooner or you’re celebrating your 50th anniversary, there’s a chance that the romantic spark that brought you and your partner together in the first place needs to be rekindled. Experts say that a continually fulfilling relationship requires establishing and maintaining a complete connection. “Marriage is more than a wedding and a license, it’s a
psychological, emotional and spiritual sense of connection,” says Dr. Frederick D. Mondin, a marriage counselor, human sexuality professor and author of the new book, “Erotic Love & Marriage: Improve Your Sex Life and Emotional Connection,” which offers insights on the issues that almost every relationship struggles with, as well as solutions that highlight connection, communication and exploration.
Dr. Mondin is sharing tips and insights to all couples seeking to connect or reconnect with one another. • Keep dating: No matter how busy you become, you should never stop having the kind of fun you had when you were courting. Whether it’s hiking beautiful trails, going to concerts, or giving and attending parties, these activities should be carried into any long-term relationship if you intend to
have a meaningful romantic life together and a healthy emotional connection. • Take each other seriously: Don’t allow gender stereotypes to lead you to discount each other’s feelings or opinions as irrational. You’ll communicate more effectively, and be happier as a result, if you listen to your partner and take him or her seriously. In other words, there should be no “boss” in the marriage. Work at maintaining a peer relationship. • Ritualize contact time: Couples need ritualized contact time in which they get together, such as going to lunch once a week, having coffee together in the morning or watching a television program they both like. This is one of the most important components of having a close, emotionally intimate relationship. • Speak the language of love: Emotional intimacy has its own language, the language of endearment. Focus on all the right features of your partner -the personal qualities you saw when you first met and still appreciate, and start to
verbalize that information. If your partner reciprocates, it will create a feeling of closeness. These words don’t have to be rational or logical, but they should always be a validation of the relationship and your partner. • Lose your inhibitions: Be open with each other about everything -- including sex. Unfortunately, lingering guilt, fear and shame on this topic prevent many couples from being candid with one another. Learn to lose those inhibitions so that you can share your needs, desires, feelings and concerns. • Give each other space: You don’t need to do everything together to have a happy relationship. In fact, the happiest couples tend to give each other the support and space needed to maintain their independent interests. You don’t have to resign yourself to receding happiness as time passes. A challenge of your current beliefs can help you rekindle the spark and enjoy a closer, more meaningful relationship. StatePoint
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Resolve to Boost Health With These Breakfast Tips
By Desert Star Staff Looking to make a change to your nutrition in the new year? Start by examining what is often referred to as the most important meal of the day; breakfast. Here are some fast facts about breakfast from Kelly Springer, MS, RD, CDN, and president of Kelly’s Choice, a collective of registered dietitians, nutritionists and educators that offers customized nutrition coaching programs for schools, workplaces, medical facilities, athletes and individuals. • Don’t Skip It: Breakfast is not only essential to weight maintenance, it can help ensure you avoid nutritional deficiencies, so don’t avoid it. “Think about bonfires. If you don’t add wood to the flames, the fire will go out. Metabolism works the same way. If you don’t add food as fuel to your body, your metabolism will slow down,” says Springer. “To maintain a healthy diet, you need to eat regularly scheduled meals. Breakfast is particularly important because your metabolism slows during a night of sleep.” Skipping breakfast has also been proven to be linked to nutrient deficiencies, points out Springer. “Breakfast provides essential nutrients that can’t
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be made up for later in the day,” says. “A good breakfast will provide protein, b vitamins, fiber, calcium and iron.” • Include Protein: Protein helps to maintain blood sugar levels, keeps you fuller longer and provides the building blocks for skin, hair, nails and muscle. But because protein can’t be stored as protein in the body, it needs to be consumed throughout the day. “Be sure your first meal includes protein. You don’t have to search hard to do so. Some of your favorite breakfast items are already a great source,” says Springer. Did you know that a bagel at Einstein Bros. Bagels has between 9 and 17 grams of protein? This is more than or as much protein as one large egg, three slices of turkey, one cup of 2 percent milk or two tablespoons of creamy peanut butter. • Include Carbohydrates: Many new diets encourage you to skip carbohydrates, but carbs are the number one source of energy for the body and brain food to boot. Carbohydrates convert to glucose in the body -- and our brain, one of the most demanding organs in the body, cannot function without glucose. • Streamline: Habits are most successfully formed when they are easy to adopt. To that
Bagels are a good source of protein, essential to a good breakfast. end, consider streamlining your breakfast by seeking out one location for your morning cup of joe as well as your
protein-rich, meal, such as Einstein Bros. Bagels, which offers a full breakfast menu. A nutritious day all starts
with a balanced breakfast. Start 2019 off on the right foot by giving your breakfasts a makeover. StatePoint
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