WOMEN WHO ROCK WITH SUCCESS AUGUST 2019
AUGUST 2019
ISSUE NO. 44
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ISSUE NO. 44
TRAVEL WITH SWELLWOMEN UTERINE FIBROIDS, INFERTILITY AND GETTING PREGNANT
SUMMER RECIPES
FEATURING HUMANITARIAN & PROFESSOR CHRISTINE REIDHEAD
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Tara Lynn Collection Summer Recipes
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Swell Women Travel
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Our Cover Feature
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Chronicles TOO
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Healthy Tips
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HOW TO CAN PEACHES
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INGREDIENTS 4 lb. peaches (about 9 large peaches) 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar 8 c. water Pour simple syrup over peaches, leaving about 1/4” of space from top of jar. Gently tap jars on counter to settle peaches and syrup. Add more syrup as necessary to each jar. Tightly seal jars with lids. To seal: Fill a large stock pot about halfway with water and bring to a boil over medium heat. Once water is close to a simmer, use tongs to carefully lower jars into hot water. Let water come to a gentle boil and boil for 25 minutes. Carefully remove jars from stock pot and let sit at room temperature until completely cool. Press down on lid of jars to test if properly sealed. If lid bounces back or pops the jar is not sealed. Repeat sealing process or refrigerate and eat within a week. Once jars are properly sealed and cooled, store in a dry dark space until ready to eat.
DIRECTIONS
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Using a pairing knife, cut a shallow “x” into the bottom of each peach. Add peaches to boiling water and let boil for 3 minutes. Remove peaches and place directly in bowl of ice water. When peaches are cool enough to handle, peel peaches. Slice peaches and discard pit. Divide peaches between 4 sterilized canning jars, being sure to leave about 1” of space from top of jar. Make simple syrup: In another medium pot over medium heat, add sugar and 8 cups water and bring to a simmer. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
VEGGIE BURGERS
Veggie Burgers INGREDIENTS 3 tsp. vegetable oil 1 c. sliced mushrooms 1 c. shredded carrots (about 2) 3/4 c. chopped onion (about 1 medium) 3/4 c. chopped zucchini (about 1 small) 2 c. QuakerÂŽ Oats (quick or old fashioned) 1 can kidney beans 1 c. cooked white or brown rice 1/2 c. chopped fresh cilantro or chives (optional) 2 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. minced garlic tsp. Black pepper Hamburger buns and toppings (optional)
DIRECTIONS Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large nonstick skillet. Add mushrooms, carrots, onions and zucchini; cook over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Transfer vegetables to food processor bowl. Add oats, beans, rice, cilantro, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Pulse for about 20 seconds or until well blended. Divide into eight 1/2 cup portions. Shape into patties between waxed paper. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm. Heat remaining 2 teaspoons oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve on buns with toppings, if desired.
CALAMARI, CHILE, AND WATERMELON SALAD
DIRECTIONS
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE DRESSING: 1/4 c. rice-wine vinegar 4 1/2 tsp. light-brown sugar 4 1/2 tsp. fresh lime juice 1 piece fresh ginger 1 clove garlic 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt Freshly ground black pepper FOR THE SALAD: 1 lb. calamari 1 lb. cockles or small clams 2 1/2 lb. seedless watermelon 3 scallions 1/2 c. fresh cilantro 1/2 c. fresh mint 1 fresh hot red chile such as Thai chile c. Quick Pickled Red Onionle bit of body text
Make the dressing: Whisk together all ingredients in a bowl. Make the salad: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath. Using a kitchen mallet, pound both sides of calamari bodies a few times to tenderize. Insert a sharp knife into calamari bodies, cut along seam, and then open like a book. Lightly score inner sides at 1/4inch intervals. Cut in half lengthwise to form 2 pieces, then slice into triangles, each about 4 inches tall by 1 1/2 inches wide. (Leave tentacles whole, or halve if large.) Blanch calamari in boiling water for 30 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to ice-water bath to stop the cooking. Drain, and pat dry. Place calamari in a nonreactive bowl. Put cockles into a saucepan, and cover with water by 1 inch. Cover, and simmer, until shells open, about 7 minutes. Drain; discard any unopened shells. Add cockles, watermelon, scallions, cilantro, mint, chile, pickled onion, and dressing to calamari, and toss to combine. Garnish with cilantro and mint.
ROSÉ ALL DAY PUNCH
INGREDIENTS 1 (750-ml) bottle rosĂŠ 1/3 c. vodka 3 (12-oz) cans SpindriftÂŽ Blackberry Juice of 1 lime 2 tbsp. honey 1 lime, sliced 1/2 c. blackberries, plus more for garnish 1/4 c. raspberries, plus more for garnish 1/4 c. sliced strawberries Ice
DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and stir to combine. Serve over ice and garnish with berries.
EGG SANDWICH
INGREDIENTS
2 large eggs 1 tbsp. finely chopped dill 1 tbsp. finely chopped chives kosher salt Black pepper 2 English muffins, toasted 2 slices cheddar 1 plum tomato, sliced
DIRECTIONS
Crack the eggs into a measuring cup. Add the herbs and a pinch each salt and pepper and whisk with a fork to combine. Divide the mixture between two 7-ounce ramekins and microwave on high until cooked through (they will rise), 30 to 45 seconds. Top each English muffin with the cheese, tomato and egg.
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Christine Reidhead Our Cover Feature
Women Who Rock with Success: Tell us about Christine Reidhead. Christine: Oh, I am a very passionate individual that has an internal driving force that sometimes keeps me awake late into the night and doesn’t shut off until I feel I’ve accomplished whatever it is that’s kept me awake. I am driven in everything I do which basically means I’m constantly competing with myself to become the best that I can be. I love to work and love to put in the necessary time to become a better version of myself at every chance I get. Along with striving for success, I have to balance being a mom to my two amazing teenage sons. It’s because of them, that I do the best work that I can do. They keep me grounded. Women Who Rock with Success: As a host podcaster for sports, and education; why has the humanitarian efforts compelled you the most?
Christine: It is something that I’ve wanted to do since I can remember. As a young child, I saw the poverty that existed throughout the world and my dream has always been to find ways to help and serve. If you look at the extremely poverty stricken people, that could be any one of us at any moment and time. I would hope that if that was me, there would be someone in the world with a kind heart and devotion to help bring me out of that extreme poverty. What it comes down to, is the passion I have in my soul that drives me to make a positive difference in the world. Women Who Rock with Success: “According to Feeding America; which is a nonprofit based organization that networks with over 200 food banks; “states that there are 46 million Americans that faces hunger.” Why do you feel that this number continues to rise in America?
Christine: The US population continues to increase along with a declining economy. The poverty level continues due to the lack of jobs and wage rates being so low. The combination of poverty and lack of jobs only force many people to fall on hard times and becomes more difficult to come out of without some assistance from homeless shelters, food banks, or caring families. It’s a vicious cycle that many people fall into. Women Who Rock with Success: How can Americans help to stop this growing trend? Christine: The US economy needs to flourish to allow people to get jobs that pay well, so they can stay afloat and support their families. I’m an educator, so of course I feel education plays a huge role in this. Women Who Rock with Success: Tell us about AfrikRising. Christine: AfrikRising is a non-profit organization that was recently developed to assist the impoverished people in Africa, especially the children. Our mission is to provide assistance of basic necessities, services and education to the underserved in Africa. The organization has provided much needed supplies and food to African orphanages and schools. This nonprofit organization allows us the platform we need to really make a difference. We have a great team of people both in the United States and in Africa who care a lot about these impoverished children and youth and devote their time and talents to help others and support our cause. AfrikRising is a young organization and has just started making a difference and we hope to accomplish great things in the future.
Women Who Rock with Success: How are families supported through your efforts in changing hunger in Africa? Christine: The past projects focused on African orphanages and schools as they were the ones showing the greatest need. AfrikRising board members in Africa, Henry and Emmanuel, determine which organizations require the most immediate need, whether it be for mosquito nets, food, water, cleaning supplies, or windows to attempt to provide a clean and healthy environment for everyone. Providing food and basic survival needs is part of the mission of AfrikRising. Women Who Rock with Success: At times, I think that we can lose focus on the epidemic of hunger that continues to grow in America. What are your thoughts on this statement? Christine: Sometimes, hunger, homelessness, domestic abuse, unhealthy issues, drug and alcohol abuse do get forgotten, or become overwhelming. US Congress and local governments need to maintain their vigilance on ridding these major issues from US citizens’ lives, otherwise, it will continue to grow. There is so much wealth and success in America, that there is no excuse for our people to go hungry. We need to work together to help combat these major issues. Women Who Rock with Success: How can businesses and organizations connect with your movement to make a change in American as well as Africa?
Christine: We can team up with businesses and organizations to fundraise and help fund these projects. You can visit AfrikRising’s webpage at afrikrising.org and submit your information on the contact page. We are always working on a new project and finding ways to raise money so we can change the life of an African child. We would love for businesses and organizations to join us in this great cause! Women Who Rock with Success: Tell us about your “Be the Change” podcast. Christine: It is a podcast that gives nonprofit organizations a platform to tell their story. There are so many nonprofits that are doing amazing things out there and yet, nobody knows about them. This podcast gives them a chance to tell us what they do, what projects they are working on and the opportunity to share their success stories. I think it’s important to make a difference in this world no matter how you do it. I admire these organizations and all the hard work they put into their non-profit, as it’s not easy. We have had several amazing organizations on our podcast such as the Village Book Builders who go into third world countries and build libraries for children. How awesome is that? Listeners who want to participate in something like that now have the background on what they do and how they can help. Another example is Hope for Communities who go into southern Kenya and build orphanages to help serve the 200 children in that region who are literally sleeping in the streets. There are so many great nonprofits that people can become involved in, these organizations are doing amazing things just out of love for mankind. Women Who Rock with Success: What do you want your listeners to take away from your podcasts “Be the Change podcast?
Christine: I would like for listeners to be able to increase the opportunities of networking and possibly bridging the gap between listeners and nonprofit organizations. It also allows people to learn about existing nonprofits out there and see if they want to join an organization or donate to their cause. There are so many awesome service-oriented opportunities going on in this world and when you take the time to look outside yourself and serve others, it genuinely makes you happier. Martin Luther King Jr., said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” I think people really want to help, but they just don’t know how or where to begin. This podcast provides a platform for listeners to see what is available to them and how they can get involved.
Women Who Rock with Success: What is your next chapter in humanitarianism? Christine: I want to continue to make a difference in this world, by positively impacting those we serve. I want AfrikRising to continue to grow, become sustainable, and help find a way for African children to be successful. I want to continue to serve Mexico and its children and put smiles on their faces. And, allow them to have the platform of a brighter future. I also want to continue to work and live among the Native Americans who are highly misunderstood. They are an exceptional people with talents you would not believe. I just love and care about people from all walks of life and want to help them grow and provide a way for them to achieve their dreams. Women Who Rock with Success: How can the readers connect with your brands? Christine: To find out more about AfrikRising visit our website at: www.afrikrising.org. If you want to learn more about my humanitarian efforts and podcasts visit my website at: www.christinereidhead.com
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Uterine Fibroids, Infertility and Getting Pregnant Scott Chudnoff, MD, MSc, FACOG, Chair, Department of OB/GYN
Uterine Fibroids, Infertility and Getting Pregnant
Nearly half of women in the U.S. deal with uterine fibroids, or non-cancerous growths (also called tumors) in the uterus. Many of my patients complain about painful menstrual cramps and heavy bleeding. It’s perfectly normal to wonder how uterine fibroids can affect your lifestyle and ask about ways to treat uterine fibroids. One topic that’s important to shed light on is how uterine fibroids affect fertility and pregnancy. Here are some of the most common questions my patients with uterine fibroids ask when it comes to getting, or being, pregnant.
1. Will having uterine fibroids make me infertile? The exact effect that fibroids have on fertility is complex. However, fibroids may be a source of infertility and treatment of certain fibroids may improve fertility. Generally, fibroids that are entering the cavity of the uterus (submucosal) or pushing into the cavity (Intramural type III fibroids) are the ones most likely to cause fertility issues as well as miscarriages. Typically, when we consider the impact of uterine fibroids on fertility, we are more concerned about where the fibroid is rather then how big it may be or even how many there are.
What makes it so complex? Uterine fibroids are very common – affecting between 30% - 50% of the population. Also, infertility can have multiple causes. Therefore it isn’t always easy to say that fibroids are the source if infertility is present, particularly since many women with fibroids do get pregnant and have normal pregnancies. Nevertheless, if a woman has fibroids, she should discuss it with her physician. 2. I’m pregnant and found out I have uterine fibroids during an ultrasound. Do I need to worry? First and foremost, congratulations! Like every woman, you likely have many concerns and anxiety about the pregnancy and want to do everything possible to ensure that your baby is healthy. So you’re at your ultrasound and brimming with excitement; it’s your first chance to see this living being inside you. Then suddenly the doctor says that you have fibroids and when you ask, “What’s that?” you’re told they are noncancerous tumors of the uterus. If you didn’t know anything about fibroids beforehand, you’re pretty much scared out of your mind. What do they mean that I have tumors in my womb? What will that do to my baby? What will they do to me?
To answer the question, no, you don’t need to worry. Most pregnant women with fibroids do not have any complications during pregnancy related to the fibroids. It doesn’t mean that you can’t have problems related to the fibroids, but chances are that you and your baby will be just fine. However, there are a couple of things that may occur when you have fibroids in pregnancy Pain is the most common problem. Pain from uterine fibroids happens when there is degeneration from either bleeding into the fibroid or death of some of the fibroid as it outgrows its blood supply. There may be a slightly increased risk of obstetrical complications such as miscarriage, premature labor and delivery, abnormal fetal position (where the baby is butt down instead of head down), blocking of the birth canal (this would require a cesarean section), and placental abruption. All in all, fibroids generally have minimal impact on fetal growth and only in the most severe cases of large fibroids will there be a direct effect on the fetus.
3. Can I get my fibroids removed during pregnancy? In general, fibroids are not typically treated in pregnancy. A myomectomy (surgical removal of the fibroids) carries a large risk associated with it during pregnancy and is utilized only in the most extreme circumstances – and that is typically for pedunculate fibroids (fibroids that hang off the uterus) that are easily accessible. Pain is typically managed with pain medication such as acetaminophen (Tylenol). If that is ineffective, then narcotics may be possible as well as NSAIDs like Toradol or ibuprofen (Advil) until the early third trimester. All of these medications do carry some potential risks to the fetus. In extreme cases, epidurals can be used to help control the pain. 4. Will my fibroid grow larger during pregnancy? Most studies indicate that fibroids don’t typically grow during pregnancy, with a few that indicate that growth does happen. In general, it seems that fibroids remain overall stable in 50-60% of cases, increase in size in 22-32% of cases and decrease in 8-22% of cases. For fibroids that increase in size during pregnancy, the majority of the growth will occur in the first trimester. Larger fibroids are more likely to grow while smaller fibroids are more likely to stay the same size. The average increase in size of uterine fibroids during pregnancy is 12% and very few will ever grow more than 25%. Dr. Scott Chudnoff specializes in women’s health, gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, medical technology and medical education, and is certified as a sexuality counselor by the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).