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Living Well IN

April 2013

NORTH LOUISIANA

Summer Style Trends in menswear, business attire

Nanotechnology Tech’s larger than life, small investment

Juicy Fruit Weighing the pros and cons of liquid food

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212 W. Park Ave. Ruston, Louisiana 71270 (318) 255-4353

Juicing it up

People across the nation have jumped on the juicing bandwagon. Local experts have shared the pros and cons of drinking that sweet nectar.

See pages 40-43.

Publisher

Rick Hohlt

Living Well Editor Elizabeth DeGrie

Graphic Designers Rick Hohlt Will Avery II Elizabeth DeGrie Alan Hudgins

Contributing Writers T. Scott Boatright Sharelle Black Nick Davis Lacey Sharp Alan Hudgins

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A Word From the Editor

very season brings its own challenges to the art of living well. Summer is no different. Broiling days, clammy evenings and a plethora of sunshine can quickly sap the energy right out of those trying to be healthy.

Add in the challenges of more time spent focusing on entertaining the little ones, and it’s easy to see how lazy summer days have become the norm for many families.

Tucked in the pages of this edition, however, are ways to make sure that summer is just as good for you.

For those looking to get more nutrients in their diet without the heavy feeling of a big meal weighing them down, the trend of juicing might be just what the doctor ordered.

In “The Juicing Craze,” on pages 40-43, Lacey Sharp helps guide readers through the trend of

juicing. Local experts discuss the

benefits

and

drawbacks

of

juicing, while also dispelling some of the myths surrounding the practice.

Speaking of myths, if you’ve ever wondered how much of the rumors surrounding sororities are true, this is the story you’ve been waiting to read.

Local sorority girls go on the record in “Order of Sisterhood,” on pages 14-16.

Sisters dispel myths

and

confirm

truths

in

this article ranging from the costs of membership, hazing and partying to rules and style.

Don’t miss this article if you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to be in a sorority.

Elizabeth DeGrie

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If style is something you’re interested in — beyond just what sororities have to say about it — you might enjoy “Suit-up for Summer?” and “Men’s Fashion Update,” which offer a look into the styles for the summer.

The

first

story, found on pages 6-8, looks into how to pull off professional dress while not succumbing to the ever-rising temperatures of a Louisiana summer. The second, found on pages 18-19, offers tips on everything from color and style to cologne choices for the man trying to remain fashionable.

Locals might hate the heat, but they enjoy the temperatures that signal that the Louisiana

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Peach Festival is coming soon.

In “Living the Sweet Life,” on pages 10-11, readers can get a sneak peak at the festivities slated during the annual celebration in late June.

Since the days are warmer, readers will likely begin to see more motorcyclists out and about on their bikes. With May being Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, we’ve included an article focused on keeping bikers and car riders safe. Learn more about how to keep everyone safe in “Sharing the Road” on pages 20-21.

Elsewhere in this edition, readers

can

find

articles

on celiac disease, traveling with pets, keeping children entertained and more.

With the extra daylight hours and fewer children’s activities, summer offers a great time for families and individuals to practice living well.

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business

Business wardrobe choices in the Louisiana heat pring is in full bloom and summer is just around the corner. With summer brings kids out in neighborhoods playing, backyard barbecues and, of course, the Louisiana heat. For those who work, or for those who are seeking employment, this time of year may prove challenging when deciding what to wear.

Whether one’s business environment is more casual or more formal,

there

is

still

the

issue

of

being

confident

and

comfortable,

all the while staying professional. Thankfully, those in the employment industry have a few tips on how to maintain the balance.

“I would suggest dressing in layers for men and women,” Ashley Johnson, branch manager of Manpower Group, said.

Divvying between a formal and casual business environment, Johnson said layers would suit all needs.

“In a formal business environment, wear your suit and a nice shirt underneath, that way you can always take your jacket off and still look professional,” Johnson said. “In a casual business environment, maybe wear a cardigan with a conservative shirt underneath. You want to always be prepared in the event you have a last minute meeting come up and you need to look more professional and conservative.”

Louisiana Tech University Career Center Director Ron Cathey said the environment would often dictate the dress code.

“In most work contexts, the business and industry will set the standard for dress in the summer months. In other words,

the

business

will

define

the etiquette for summer dress,” Cathey said. “For example, men, even in a

professional

office,

may replace a coat/tie or shirt and tie with an open shirt and dress slacks or golf shirt and cotton slacks. Of course there may be certain work activities that will require a return to the coat and tie.”

Cathey also stated the need for the individual to be conscious of the job when deciding what to

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“First rule is to ‘Always dress for the job that you want, not the job you have!’” Cathey said. “It is possible to dress professionally and remain comfortable. This may mean carrying a jacket until you reach the location of the interview. Women should dress comfortable as well. Remember most interviews will be conducted in controlled air.”

RON CATHEY On the “don’t” Louisiana Tech University Career Center Director list, both Cathey and Johnson offer advice.

“No

denim,

no

tennis

shoes

or

flip-flops

and cover tattoos if possible, especially for an interview,” Cathey said.

Adding to the list, Johnson said to avoid clothes that are too tight or too revealing, spaghetti strap shirts, shorts, sagging pants, exotic colored hair, facial piercings or vulgar /graphic R T-shirts.

AUTO However, there are some tips that HOME Cathey said are a must.

LIFE “It is okay to ask what to wear,” Cathey said. “Shop smart; you do not need to spend a fortune. And don’t forget to wear a smile, look like you want the job and have a positive attitude.”

It is possible to dress professionally and remain comfortable.

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Sweet LIVING THE

LIFE

2013 Squire Creek Louisiana Peach Festival Schedule schedule as of 4-1-13

Saturday, June 15 •

Peach

Festival

Pageant

—

Dixie

Center

for

the

Arts

Friday, June 21 •

All

day

—

Baby

Photo

Contest

Winner

Display,

The

Children’s

Shoppe •

8

a.m.

-

Kids’

Fishing

Tournament,

Lincoln

Parish

Park •

8

a.m.

-

NCLAC

Fine

Arts

Show,

Civic

Center •

8

a.m.

-

Citywide

Sidewalk

Sales

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10

a.m.

-

Peach

Cookery,

Presbyterian

Church

of

Ruston,

212

N.

Bonner

St. •

5

p.m.

-

Downtown

Food

Court

and

Amusements

open,

in

Sexton

Parking

Lot •

6

p.m.

-

Pet

Show,

Railroad

Park •

7:30

p.m.

-

Peach

Eating

Contest,

Railroad

Park •

8

p.m.

—

Concert,

Railroad

Park

Stage

featuring

Dixie

Tradition

and

Chubby

Carrier

and

the

Bayou

Swamp

Band •

8

p.m.

—

Rodeo,

North

Louisiana

Exhibition

Center

TBA

—

Tennis

tournament

begins,

Louisiana

Tech

Courts,

Sexton

Lot

gate

fees

begin

at

7

p.m.,

6

and

under,

free;

7-adult,

$5

Saturday, June 22 •

All

day

—

Citywide

sidewalk

sales

continue •

All

day

—

Baby

Photo

Contest

Winner

Display

–

The

Children’s

Shoppe

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community

othing is as sweet as Ruston in late June.

That’s thanks to the Squire Creek Louisiana Peach Festival.

Regional residents and visitors can get a taste of a Ruston tradition as the 63rd annual Peach Fest is held June 15-23.

The bulk of Peach Fest activities will be held on June 21-22, but events kick off June 15 with the Peach Festival pageant at the Dixie Center for the Arts and winds up June 23 with the conclusion of the Peach Fest tennis tournament.

Smashed inbetween June 22-23 will be plenty of games, food and fun for all ages. Among the festivities are an arts and crafts show, rodeo, 5K run and one-mile run and concerts featuring Dixie Tradition, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band, Classic Recovered and the Buddy Terzia Band.

“I think festival-goers can expect all the festival traditions that they have become accustomed to and enjoy,” RustonLincoln Chamber of Commerce Communications Manager Nancy Bergeron said. “We will have a lot of good food, arts and crafts and a variety of merchandise and music both nights.

The annual festival parade will roll on June 23 from the Thomas Assembly Center on Louisiana Tech University’s campus down Alabama Avenue before turning right on Trenton Street. It will then turn left onto California Avenue, come up Vienna Street and turn back onto Alabama Avenue, making its way back back to the Thomas Assembly Center.

A majority of events are held in Downtown Ruston.

This is where around 200 food and arts and crafts vendors will sell everything from tasty treats, barbecue pulled pork and

blooming

onions

to

Louisiana-flavored

artwork

and

accessories. Other Peach Fest food favorites include turkey legs,

snow

cones

of

all

sizes

and

flavors,

Italian

ice,

funnel

cakes, corn dogs, chicken on a stick, pizza, cookies, brownies, ice tea and peach ice tea and ice cream.

There’s plenty of Peach Fest fun for youngsters, too. A playland set up on Park Avenue will feature rides, a bungee jump and other attractions.

To help attendees beat the heat, some vendors will sell bottled water, and there will be portable bathrooms set up at each festival venue.

Other popular Peach Fest events include the Peach Cookery Contest at 10 a.m. June 22, the Peach Fest Pet Show at 6 p.m. that day, the Peach Fest Children’s Expo at the Civic Center on June 23 and the annual Diaper Derby at 11 a.m. June 23 at Trinity United Methodist Church.

Fest fees will be $5 for ages 7-adult and $10 on June 23 for an allday pass that will include entrance to that night’s concert at Railroad Park. Children 6 and under can attend at no cost.

“A lot of planning goes into putting on the Peach Festival and we hope to have our biggest crowd ever this year,” Bergeron said.

“It’s a whole lot of fun for the entire family. We have something for everyone.”

— T. Scott Boatright

Amusements

open 8

p.m.

—

Bass

Tournament,

Lake

D’Arbonne

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parade,

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Saturday, June 22 •

All

day—

Antique

Car

Show,

BancorpSouth

parking

lot

downtown •

7

a.m.

–

5K

Run

&

1-Mile

Fun

Run •

8

a.m.

—

Tennis

tournament •

8

a.m.

–

6

p.m.

—

Arts

&

Crafts

Show/Trenton

Street

Marketplace,

Civic

Center •

8

a.m.

–

6

p.

m.

—

Children’s

Expo,

Civic

Center

(Monroe

St.) •

8

a.m.

–

10

p.m.

—

Downtown

Food

Court

&

•

11

a.m.

—

Diaper

Derby,

Trinity

United

Methodist

Church •

2

p.m.

—

Russ

Town

Band

Concert,

Dixie

Center

for

the

Arts •

7

p.m.

Peach

Jam

Concerts,

Railroad

Park

Stage;

7

p.m.

Classic

Recovered;

9

p.m.

The

Buddy

Terzia

Band •

8

p.m.

–

Rodeo,

NLEC

Sunday,

June

23 •

Peach

Fest

Fishing

Tournament

ends

at

7

a.m.

and

the

Peach

Fest

Tennis

Tournament

concludes

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Tendonitis

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golfer’s

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hand

pain •

Trigger

finger •

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contracture •

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sisterhood Sorority life: Fact or Fiction? ant to be popular and attract guys? Do you have a lot of money and like to party? Or do you want to belong to an exclusive group of women who share a sisterly bond? Well joining a sorority is perfect for you! Right? Or Wrong?

Sororities have been around for more than a century picking up different stereotypes and rumors throughout the years. How can one tell if the rumor is true or not? As with any rumor you must go directly to the source. In this article, four Louisiana Tech University sorority girls will help to clear up some of the stigmas surrounding sororities.

The selection process surrounding sororities is one the most talked about rumors, as most outsiders don’t know what the sororities are looking for in a candidate, or what the process entails.

Gabrielle Bourgeois, a member of Kappa Delta Sorority, said while each campus is unique, the National Panhellenic Conference has rules set in place to make sure each formal recruitment

process is as similar as possible. “To join a National Panhellenic sorority on Louisiana Tech University’s campus, each girl must go to rush,� she said. “During rush, they will have the opportunity to visit each sorority house and learn about their standards, values and philanthropies. Throughout rush, the sororities use a computer system to input which girls they would like to invite back to their house and which ones they do not, based off the visits to the houses and each sororities’ criteria. Sometimes a girl doesn’t get invited back to any houses, but that is very rare. Out of the 160 girls that came to rush, there were only around four that didn’t.�

While it is rumored that sororities make cuts based off prettiness, popularity and how much money they can bring to the sorority, Amy Keel, a member of Phi Mu sorority said that is untrue. “We look for girls who we see as not only a friend, but sisters,�

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Chandreka Henderson, a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, said although National Pan-Hellenic sororities have a different selection process than the National Panhellenic sororities they too are not selecting based off looks or money. “We host a formal rush where we go over details and requirements for membership, give a overview of the sorority and then hand out application packets to those interested,� Henderson said. “We want girls who want to work, are good natured, humble, show qualities of sisterhood, can balance the academic and social aspects dealing with college and who are energetic about the programs we have.�

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Chelsea Fields, a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, said her sorority has strict rules that prohibit hazing.

“We are a nonhazing organization, it’s dangerous and destroys the sisterhood bond,” she said. “There is no physical, mental, emotional or any other type of hazing allowed. When dealing with new members we are very cautious that we don’t do anything that could be considered hazing.”

Besides hazing, it is believed that sororities have strict rules against things like certain clothing, drinking and boys.

According to Bourgeois, this speculation is true for most sororities.

“We have rules in place to prevent our sorority from having bad publicity and to protect the modesty of the girls and the sorority itself,” she said. “It keeps girls from doing

anything

that

would

fit

in

that

wild

sorority party girl stereotype.”

Some of the rules that Bourgeois said her sorority has are: members shouldn’t be alone at a fraternity house, shouldn’t spend the night there, can’t wear pajamas to class, can’t tattoo anything that symbolizes Kappa Delta on them, must watch their behavior at parties, can’t get drunk, can’t use profanity on Facebook and can’t do anything illegal.

Some may be wondering with all these rules, how much do sorority girls party?

Bourgeois said every girl is different in the sorority, so it would be unfair to say that no sorority girl parties.

“We have some people that you would be shocked to see at a party, and on the other hand you have some that you could say their extracurricular activity is partying,” she said. “Everyone likes to do different things in their spare time. Some lead Bible study, some are presidents of other organizations.

There is no pressure to party, but if you want to it’s there. But partying has nothing to do with being in a sorority. Regardless of how much each member parties, they are still held to the same standards and they meet them.”

Henderson said her sorority hasn’t thrown a party and doesn’t plan on doing so.

“We are committed to service, our mission is not to throw parties,” she said.

Keel said her sorority has date functions every quarter that actually serve as an incentive for members to perform well academically.

“Every quarter we have a date function, which is normally a exchange function with a fraternity,” she said. “In order to participate in the function a member must have her study points. Every quarter we are assigned an amount of study points that is based on your GPA from the previous quarter.”

If sorority girls aren’t partying, then what are they doing? Fields said her sorority is centered around community service, which is what they like to focus on doing instead of partying.

“We are a service organization,” she said.

“We all join with the intent and anticipation of doing community service. A lot of people don’t know that before candidates can become initiated in my sorority they are required to do a community service project. Not only are we required to do community service before becoming a member, we are expected to do a certain amount of community service throughout our lifetime membership.”

Although the rumors about partying, hazing and the selection process are all untrue, the rumor about sororities being expensive is not. Some sororities pay yearly dues, while some sororities like Keels’ pay monthly dues.

“Typically we pay from $90-$200 a month, mostly around $125,” Keel said. “The more expensive monthly fees may be because of an event coming up. The house dues, social (exchange) dues, formal dues and miscellaneous things like a T-shirt, if you want to purchase one, is all included in your monthly dues. For all the stuff you get, and all the connections you make it is well worth it. You aren’t just paying for tangible things, but intangible things that you get as well like working in a group, planning experience and other things that can be transferred to a job setting.”

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Henderson said before she joined a sorority

she

looked

up

different

specifics

to make sure there was a sorority out there for her.

“I wanted to be a part of a great sisterhood, and after researching I realized this (Delta Sigma Theta) was the sorority for me,” she said. “I love my sisters, I love my organization and I love what my founders stood for, stand for and what we will continue to stand for.”

Some sorority girls like Keel, said they wanted to join a sorority to be a part of an organization that will allow them to gain

new experiences.

“Going in I wanted to meet new people and make new friends,” she said. “I wasn’t expecting to get as much as I have already.

I have grown as a leader, became a better friend and student and I have a grown as a person. Being in a sorority has gotten me out of my shell. I not only made friends, but I made sisters who will last a lifetime.”

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‘IDEAL PROTEIN’ Local pastor Doug Stewart knew something wasn’t right.

“I was wanting to lose some weight, and I was getting to where I felt bad and my stomach was hanging over and was weighing on me,” Stewart said.

Stewart said his wife saw an advertisement in the Ruston Daily Leader for Green Clinic’s new Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method and it changed his life.

“I have more energy, and I feel a lot better,” Stewart said. “I’ve tried all kinds of diets. … On this one, I was able to lose 57 pounds in 16 weeks.”

On another popular diet, Stewart said it took him about a year and a half to lose 35 pounds.

Stewart, who considers himself a very structured person, enjoyed the format of the diet.

“I’m one of those one-dimensional people,” Stewart said. “If you tell me to do something, I’m going to do it. The diet was very structured, and I ate out all the time. It didn’t get in the way, it enhanced my lifestyle.”

While it’s not something one can live on forever,

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“I’ve been off nine weeks, and I weighed myself and I weigh half a pound more,” Stewart said. “I’m doing really good at maintaining it.”

Stewart said the instructional material provided with the experience is what has helped him to keep the weight off.

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has

had

other

positive

benefits

on

his

life.

“I’m never really hungry,” Stewart said. “I’ve lost a lot of cravings for foods that I had.”

Stewart

said

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would

definitely

recommend the program to others.

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to

ten

weeks,

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should

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it,”

Stewart said. “If they’re not really convinced that they really want to lose weight, they’re just wasting their time.”

Stewart said he personally would recommend it before harsher methods, such as the various weight loss surgeries.

“It’s better than stomach surgery, you get to eat a variety of foods,” Stewart said. “It’s also quicker than some who have stomach surgery.”

Stewart said he also enjoys the support that comes with the program.

“If you gain a pound or two, you can go back on it for a day,” Stewart said. “You also have constant access to Dr. (Greg) Tubre if I need any advice, and they have counselors who can help you with the diet.”

Rachel Lilly, marketing coordinator at Green Clinic, said anyone interested in enjoying

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medical

history with the doctor, a physical and basic lab work. They will then meet with Dr. Tubre again one week later for lab results and clearance to begin the diet.”

Lilly

said

that

Dr.

Tubre

must

first

give

medical clearance to those hoping to take part in the program. In some rare cases, modifications

must

be

made

to

make

the

diet safe for individuals with certain health risks.

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and snacks,” Lilly said. “And the last two reintroduce healthy carbohydrates and fats back into the diet gradually, leading into the

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As the weather heats up, it’s time to shed the heavy layers and drab colors of winter. This year’s spring and summer menswear trends are bright and light.

This year emerald is an important color for menswear. Also, pastels and vivid shades are quite popular. Taking a back seat are basic shades of colors that might have enjoyed popularity in the past, like basic blue.

There are many ways to incorporate blocks of these colors into your everyday wardrobe. For gentlemen who wear a necktie to work or church, there are cotton ties, seersucker ties and plaid madras ties in the new spring/summer shades.

‘EAST COAST-PREP’ vs ‘SOUTHERN-PREP’ White stripe twill repp ties are a particularly attractive option, and will allow you to display bold color without When one thinks of classic “Preppy” Style, names the color overwhelming an outfit. Another way to like Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, Vineyard display the vivid colors of the season is with a polo Vines and J.Crew may come to mind. All these labels were shirt. Polo shirts are exceptionally versatile, easily founded on the East Coast. They represent a group now going from work or class to a night out. being referred to as “East Coast-Prep”. However, over the last few seasons a new crop of labels known as “Southern-Prep” has come to prominence. While there are many similiarities between the two, Southern-Prep celebrates the culture and COLOR TRENDS FOR MENSWEAR S/S 2013 leisure activities of the South, such as fishing, hunting, and, of course, football. East Coast-Prep continues to emphasize traditional Northeastern “preppy” pursuits such as sailing, crew, rugby, polo and beach/island life.

David Patton, of Patton’s Downtown Southern Lifestyle Outfitters in Ruston, discussed some of the brands that comprise the Southern-Prep style—labels such as Southern Tide, Southern Proper, Southern Point, Southern Marsh

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fashion (noticing a trend here?), and Covey and Paddle.

“Southern Marsh is based

out of Baton Rouge, and as a Louisiana-based brand it has increasing relevance,” said Patton.

While not necessarily based in the South, or traditionally preppy, brands like Columbia, Patagonia

and North Face are commonly a part of the Southern-Prep look.

Gentlemen—Just as you put away your heavy coat and long pants, and break out the shorts and short-sleeve shirts in the spring and summer, so, too, should you rotate the cologne you wear.

Heavy, dense, woodsy fragrances are great in the autumn and winter—however these can be stifiling in the warm and hot months. Summer colognes are lighter and designed to keep you smelling fresh despite the heat and humidity. Here are six recommendations for great spring/summer colognes.

– by Alan Hudgins Alan Hudgins (alanhdesign.com) is a freelance web+graphic designer based in Ruston.

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Having been out for a few years now, this scent is a safe bet for keeping cool in the heat.

This cologne is very refreshing—with notes like yuzu leaves, mandarin and mint.

Light Blue is at once woodsy and spicy, yet light, with notes of citrus and apple.

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A striking and edgy scent, Polo ‘Big Pony’ #4 has a blend of mandarin and kyarawood notes.

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SHARING the road Look Twice, Save a Life

ay is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and as a way to celebrate, the Living Well staff had the opportunity to interview a couple of members from the local chapter of A.B.A.T.E., or American Bikers Active Toward Education. A.B.A.T.E. represents motorcyclists’ interests and strives to achieve safety, individual freedom and rights through active participation in legislation and increasing motorcycle awareness to the public.

One of the main goals of A.B.A.T.E. is to make sure that the proper perspective is being applied to motorcycle legislation. When asked to elaborate on what exactly was meant by “proper perspective,” the Legislative Coordinator of A.B.A.T.E. Cecil “Cutthru” Crawford had this to say: “The proper perspective is people in cars and vehicles, that we call ‘cages’ so to speak, because they’re enclosed, whose minds are concentrated on other cars and trucks and whatever. And their perspective isn’t about motorcycles.

Every motorcycle crash where they’re investigated,

the

first

thing

out

of

their

mouth is, ‘I didn’t see the motorcycle.’”

In order to maintain that perspective, A.B.A.T.E. actively participates in the legislative process by informing lawmakers of the collective position of A.B.A.T.E.’s members concerning motorcyclerelated legislation.

“Last

year,

we

had

five

actual

bills

going

into

session

down there. Three of them got passed. Two of them really pertain to motorcycles only. One of them was an old antiquated state law, which was that the handlebars could be no higher than 15 inches above the lowest portion of the seat. How do you think Shaq would like to ride his motorcycle in Louisiana with his handlebars down here?

It would be very uncomfortable.”

Crawford said that A.B.A.T.E. immediately took action and discussed the situation with Senator Gallot, who advised the organization to come up with their own piece of legislation and he would deal with it accordingly. Crawford then researched the equipment and handlebar laws of other states, wrote a new bill, and submitted it to Sen. Rick Gallot. “(Gallot) changed the wording up a little bit but now the new regulation in Louisiana is your grips can be no higher than your shoulder when you’re astride the motorcycle. So it makes it pleasant.”

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A

few

other

bills

that

they

have

been

fighting

to

keep in the air: Mandatory Roadside Motorcycle Checkpoints, at which A.B.A.T.E. is trying to prohibit future funding to motorcycle-only checkpoints; HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) loophole, which is an insurance provider loophole to discriminate benefits

for

a

particular

injury

based

on

the

source

of

that

injury;

and

the

Helmet

law,

which

seeks

to implement a national helmet law. A.B.A.T.E.’s dispute against these laws isn’t solely about opposing laws that negatively affect motorcyclists’ everywhere, but to reclaim the freedom that has been strictly limited by way of the laws said Crawford.

“We want freedom. Freedom of choice. Those that want to ride without a helmet, let them.

If they want to be at more risk, as far as the legislature is concerned, so what? We’re human beings and we have our own mindset.”

In addition to their activity in the legislature, A.B.A.T.E. aims to increase public awareness about motorcycles. They believe that through educating the nonriding public about motorcycles and the responsibility of sharing the road with each other, the road would be a much safer place for all. One way A.B.A.T.E. does this is with the “Share The Road” program says Robert Breedlove, president.

“The ‘Share The Road’ program is something that we’ve developed, with several people involved in it.

And it is a PowerPoint presentation that we can put on for driver’s ed, schools, and businesses for their safety meetings. It not only covers watching for motorcycles. It covers watching for big trucks and the nozones. It covers the bases there in trying to help a driver be safer for himself and others.

We’re more than glad to help put it on anywhere that wants us to come. Just give us a call and we’ll put that show on for you.”

A.B.A.T.E. also uses yard signs, wristbands and bumper stickers to help spread motorcycle awareness. On Louisiana Highway 33, in front of

hobbies Patton Service Company, stands a new sign advising drivers to “Look Twice Save A Life, Bikers Are Dying To Be Seen.” The organization is also planning to attend a few events as well, said Breedlove.

“We plan, this year, to set up at several of the events like the Watermelon Festival and the Peach Festival.

“And not only recruit members but educate the public as they come by, why we want them to watch for us.”

The members of A.B.A.T.E. tell all drivers of cars, trucks, and motorcycles alike to pay attention to the road.

A.B.A.T.E. members gave tips such as look twice, save a life; always

come

to

a

full

stop;

obey

traffic

signals,

they

are

there

for a reason; and put away cell phones.

For

those

who

wish

to

support

A.B.A.T.E.,

join

or

just

to

learn more about the organization, Breedlove said, “They can go

to

the

website,

abateoflouisiana.org.

Or

they

can

come

here

to this location (Patton Service Company, 2569 La. 33) on the fourth Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Anybody’s welcome to

come

and

visit.

They

don’t

have

to

join.

We

encourage

them

to

join,

but

they

don’t

have

to.

They

can

come

out

and

be a guest and see what we’re doing. Any help is greatly appreciated.”

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Memorial Day barbecue To

many

Americans,

Memorial

Day

marks

the

unofficial

beginning of summer. Though summer does not actually begin until later in June, Memorial Day weekend has become synonymous with backyard barbecues and trips to the beach.

Backyard barbecues, in particular, have become a staple of Memorial Day weekend and the focus of many people’s festivities.

This year, consider the following tips to make your Memorial Day barbecue safe and memorable.

• PLACE THE GRILL IN A SAFE SPOT. Before any guests

arrive

or

any

fires

are lit, make sure the grill is safely located on flat

ground.

Ideally,

the

grill should not be on the grass and should be away from trees or shrubs and any other

flammable

materials.

If

you

need

lighter

fluid

to

start

a

fire,

promptly

put

the

fluid

back in storage, away from the grill,

once

the

fire

has

been

lit.

•

CLEAN THE GRILL. Memorial Day marks the opening of grilling season

for many grillmasters. Make sure the grill has been thoroughly cleaned and that there are no leftover ashes from last season clogging the vents. Even if you thoroughly cleaned the grill at the end of last season, give it a once-over with a soapy sponge at the start of the season to clean any cobwebs, or dirt and grime that might have accumulated over the winter.

• STOCK UP ON CHARCOAL. Falling short in the charcoal department is a backyard barbecue faux pas that can bring the festivities to a halt. Because the weather in late May can sometimes be unpredictable, make sure you have extra charcoal on hand should strong winds or colder temperatures make it

difficult

to

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a

strong

fire.

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herbs

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make

the

food

taste

better,

and

the grill will likely emit a more pleasant fragrance as well.

• PREPARE FOODS FOR GUESTS WITH VARYING PALATES. Vegetarians and vegans love a good backyard barbecue just as much as their carnivorous friends and family members. Cook some vegetable kabobs and prepare some salads for guests who don’t eat meat.

Consider purchasing a smaller grill for veggies only, as vegetarians and vegans might not prefer to eat kabobs grilled on the same grill as meat.

• KEEP THE FORKS IN THE UTENSIL DRAWER. Never use a fork to do a spatula’s job. Poking foods on the grill with a fork allows the juices that make grilled foods so delicious to escape, resulting in drier fare that’s not

nearly

as

flavorful.

Use

a

spatula

or

tongs

to

flip

foods, including burgers, steaks, chicken and even hot dogs.

• MAKE SURE FOODS HAVE COMPLETELY DEFROSTED BEFORE PLACING THEM ON THE GRILL. When cold meat is placed on the grill, it reduces the grill’s temperature and prevents juices from getting seared in the food. So make sure all foods have been defrosted

to

ensure

your

foods

are

flavorful

and

the

grill

stays hot.

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year,

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start

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How to keep kids entertained all summer long

Summer vacation often starts with high expectations.

Children are excited about the prospect of fun days outdoors playing with friends, while parents anxiously await relaxing months without the responsibilities of school and extracurricular clubs.

But once summer vacation arrives and the

first

few

days

have

passed,

parents

often

find

that

the

litany of cheers and giggles transform into a chorus of “I’m bored.”

Many parents pore over ideas that will keep their children busy throughout the summer. Many activities that come to mind tend to be expensive, so if cutting costs is a priority, parents might need to think outside the box to come up with entertaining ideas that won’t break the bank.

BODY, MIND AND SOUL

— CAMP — Summer camp is a popular way

for kids to spend their summers, but many camps are expensive.The American Camp Association has found that overnight camps can cost anywhere from $325 to $780 a week. Day camp fees may be $100 to $275 per week.

Parents who send their children to camp for an entire season might pay anywhere from $3,000 to $9,000 for the seven- to nine-week program.

Parents looking for an alternative to costly camps should consider local programs that offer summer activities.

Libraries, schools and childcare centers may have programs that run the length of summer and are considerably less expensive than more formal camps. A YMCA or even a swim club may also put together activities. Parents whose children attend afterschool sporting classes, such as karate or

soccer,

may

find

that

the

organizations

offer

a

camp

or

summer program.

— DAY TRIPS — If a parent is off for the summer, then day trips may be a possibility. Schedule a few day trips to different locations that the kids are excited to see. Newspapers routinely print “Go See It” or “Just Go” listings that highlight local events. The family can gather around the table and decide which outings would be interesting and then mark them on the calendar. Some parents purchase season passes to amusement parks and take the kids several times over the summer.

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recreation when possible to keep costs in check.

— KID SWAP — Chances are many of your neighbors are also facing the same

difficulties

as

they

try

to

find

ways

for

kids

to

spend

their summer afternoons.

Parents can get together and set up a schedule for entertaining the kids. For example, one parent is responsible for the whole lot one day, while the next day another parent takes a turn. This gives parents the opportunity to take a break from parental responsibilities and enjoy some quiet time.

And for the children, time spent in a pool, watching movies, playing video games or riding bikes is often more enjoyable with friends in tow.

— FUN PROJECTS — Children often want to feel useful, and may enjoy the responsibility of some easy

tasks in and around the house — so long as the tasks are fun.

Washing the car with a hose and a bucket of sudsy water is a fun way to cool off during the hot summer days and get a chore done. While parents should not expect a perfect job, they can rest assured that the kids will have at least an hour of fun in the sun and water.

Set aside a patch of the yard that children can turn into their own personal gardens.

Encourage digging in this area and provide seeds or seedling plants

as

well

as

kid-sized

gardening tools. Each day the kids can check on the progress of their gardens.

Some home-improvement and craft stores sponsor free learning activities for children.

They can be held in the morning or afternoon and will teach interesting skills that can be put to use again at home.

Summer vacations are soon to arrive, and parents can be armed with a list of enjoyable — yet inexpensive — ways to keep kids busy.

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Miniature Scienc Peeking at the future

t’s the study of science, engineering and technology at the smallest level, but it’s one of the biggest things going on at Louisiana Tech University.

Tech has dedicated more than 100,000 square feet of main campus facility space to advancing nanotechnology research and development.

Nationally recognized for its nanotechnology programs, Tech has also been ranked in the Top 10 in the nation for nanotechnology education by Small Times magazine.

But the question for many people is, just what is nanotechnology?

Nanotechnology is science, engineering and technology conducted at the nanoscale, which is anywhere from one to 100 nanometers. And just how small is a nanometer? Try these examples provided by the National Nanotechnology Initiative website, www.nano.gov, on for size: •

One nanometer is a billionth of a meter •

There are 25,400,000 nanometers in an inch •

A sheet of newspaper is about 100,000 nanometers thick

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On a comparative scale, if a marble were a nanometer, then one meter would be the size of the Earth Nanoscience and nanotechnology involve the ability to see and control individual atoms and molecules. Even a conventional microscope can’t see such particles, but in recent decades, with the invention and increasing use of scanning tunneling microscopes (STM) and atomic force microscopes (AFM), nanotechnology has become a crucial and growing

field

of

study

for

colleges

around

the

nation

including Tech, which has become a big player in the study of small things.

For years now Tech has been at the forefront of the

nanontechnology

field.

In December 2007, Yuri Lvov, a chemistry professor in Tech’s Institute for Micromanufacturing, was named Small Times’ 2007 Innovator of the Year, beating candidates from Princeton University and companies across the nation. Lvov received the award based on his work related to important cancer drugs. His research pioneers drug reformulation through polyelectrolyte nanoencapsulation, which has allowed stable nano and micro colloids of cancer drugs. Lvov has used the

same

approach

to

improve

cellulose

microfibers

ce

community from recycled paper through polyelectrolyte nanocoating, which

has

allowed

increased

recycled

fiber

usage

in

paper.

Stan Napper, dean of the College of Engineering and Science at Tech, said at the time of that award that Lvov’s willingness to collaborate with young faculty members in a variety of areas has helped boost interdisciplinary research within the university.

“His

technology

and

scientific

contributions have enabled so many of our researchers to develop innovations in a variety of areas,” Napper said. “He freely shares his knowledge and has been very supportive of new faculty hires and has helped them become successes early in their careers.”

Another example of Tech’s venture in the world of nanotechnology is Nano Pulp and Paper, LCC, a company affiliated

with

Tech’s

Institute

of

Micromanufacturing.

The forestry, pulp and paper industries are important natural resources crucial to Louisiana’s economic makeup, so

it’s

only

fitting

Louisiana

Tech’s

nanotechnology

program

has

become

an

increasingly

big

player

in

the

field.

Nanotechnology developed at Tech is also helping lead to a breakthrough in fuel conversion.

Jupiter Fuels — a privately owned startup development company focused on proving the economics of breakthrough natural gas-to-liquid fuel conversion technology — is

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capitalizing on nanotechnology energy research taking place at Louisiana Tech University.

Fuel conversion technology developed at Louisiana Tech

can

covert

natural

gas

to

liquid

fuel

more

efficiently,

at lower pressures (meaning dramatically lower capitalization costs), than current industry methods.

Tech’s

role

in

the

field

showed

last fall as it played host to a “Nanotechnology for Louisiana” conference in Shreveport to discuss the most recent developments in

the

field

of

nanotechnology,

how Louisiana is leveraging the nanotechnology expertise and innovations of its citizens, how small and large companies are making use of nanotechnology to improve current and future products, and how nanotechnology is

impacting

the

fields

of

health

care,

construction,

defense and energy.

So overall, nanotechnology is no small deal in North Louisiana and continues getting bigger all the time as the micro and nanotechnology markets continue to mature and new products are created. The possibilities of the field

are

limitless

and

only

depend

on

how

big,

or

small,

those

working

in

the

field

can

think.

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We are approaching the one-year mark of the additions to The Lambright Sports and Wellness center. The expansion added

services,

including

Counter

Culture

and

smaller

fitness

exercise area, and rock wall, we have simply expanded the list of services and activities available to our students and those with memberships. The largest and perhaps most prominent of these additions includes our two swimming pools. These pools, one outdoor and one indoor, come with their own unique qualities and uses.

The indoor pool is the larger of the two and is more versatile throughout the year. It supports the adult water aerobics class, which takes place in the mornings and is run by the Kinesiology department. Aside from this, many people enjoy the pool year-round for simple aquatic cardio and swimming down the lanes which are competition length. Because the pool is competition length we have the opportunity and honor to also host a plethora of high school and youth club swimming meets, and we have already held a large number of them. Schools as close as Ruston and Monroe and those as far away as Shreveport and Alexandria have come to use the pool for these meets. We even support the local Ruston High School

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Bearcat’s swim team, which comes to use the pool to train.

The outdoor pool, open during the summer and surrounding warmer times of the year — we are anticipating on being open

by May — has its own special qualities. Not as deep, and without as many lanes, it allows for those outside to enjoy it more recreationally. Instead of training, people may gather in groups waist high at either end to shoot balls through already set up goals or gather in the middle of the pool to swim about and play. There are ledges on the sides of the pool near the middle where people may sit and get in and out of the pool from (aside from standard ladders). This does not include the vast areas outside the pool where one may lay out on benches and tan or sit in chairs to relax and hang out, or even the smaller balcony above with tables and chairs overlooking the pool and areas below. There is even a pick up window from the inside of the Counter Culture to the outside.

Aside from the pools, we also have many other things going on this quarter at Lambright. The Fitness and Wellness department will be hosting a weight-lifting competition, and we also offer many exercise classes such as a quarterly boot camp, Zumba, yoga, Body Sculpting, spin, water Zumba, combo class, and for our faculty and staff, we offer a 30 minute Burn and Turn lunchtime exercise class. The aquatics department offers youth and Adult swim

lessons,

which

started

April

15

and

Lifeguard

certification

courses at different times and start dates.

In all, we have enjoyed all the additions to the Lambright Sports and

Wellness

Center.

However,

the

most

noticeable

and

influential

of all are our two swimming pools. They have expanded largely what people who come here may do. Whether it is cooling down from a group exercise class, training itself, enjoying some social interaction, or just getting some time to one’s self, the pools offer so much more now to the students and members. If you have any questions

about

the

pool,

swim

lessons

or

lifeguard

certification

please contact Paulette Crawford 257-4634 or Paulette@latech.edu.

If you have any questions about any exercise classes or personal training, please contact Chad Spruell cspruell@latech.edu.

travel

Safe ways to take pets on the road To those who feel a vacation isn’t complete unless the family pet comes along, you’re not alone. The U.S. Travel Association says that 49 percent of Americans feel their pet is just another member of the family and 18 percent of U.S. travelers plan to take their pets along the next time they travel. Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United States have softened laws regarding international travel with a companion animal.

With the Pet Passport Scheme, or PETS, individuals may travel freely with their pets to member countries on approved carriers. Some procedures

include

certification

of

rabies

vaccination

and the animal’s microchip or tattoo number.

Car trips are common forms of travel with a companion animal in tow. While many pets are easygoing, there are some who are unaccustomed to traveling with their owners and may even balk at riding along. Acclimating and protecting your pet for travel will require a little patience and some pointers.

SECURE THE PET — Just as you would buckle up when entering the car, so should you buckle up a pet. It is important to ensure the animal is not a moving target around the car should an accident occur. Not only could you risk injury to the pet, but you also risk injury to yourself if the animal becomes a projectile.

Even if an accident does not occur, a jittery pet, or one who is content to jump from back seat into the front, could prove a distraction while driving. He or she could also bump into the gear shift or get stuck under the gas or brake pedal. It is much better to keep the pet secured.

Pets may travel in a well-ventilated carrier. Larger dogs may need to be belted into the car with a special dog harness. There are also barrier screens and gates that can be installed, typically in SUVs, to restrict the pet.

ACCLIMATION — Some pets just do not enjoy being placed in a carrier or riding in a car. They may need some coaxing and practice to become comfortable if a trip is planned. The ASPCA suggests getting the

pet

used

to

a

longer

trip

by

taking

a

series

of

short

trips

first

over

the

course of a few days or weeks. With each trip, gradually increase time spent in the car.

It may help to bring along a pet toy or blanket that is soothing to the animal, so he or she associates the car with a safe place, just like home.

Even after several attempts to acclimate your pet to the idea of a car trip, the animal may still not be happy about the idea. Talk to a veterinarian about other strategies or whether a mild sedative could make the travel easier.

SAFETY TIPS — Although many pet owners are aware of certain dos and don’ts when it comes to traveling with a pet, many still engage in behavior that could be dangerous to the animal.

One of the common offenses is letting the pet ride with his or her head outside of the window. While this may seem like heaven to the dog or cat, this puts the pet at risk of being

injured

by

flying

objects,

including

debris in the eyes. It can also increase the risk of the animal falling out of the moving vehicle.

Another mistake many people make is leaving the pet inside of a car — even for a short duration of time. The ASPCA warns

that even with the windows open, a parked car can rapidly heat up and heatstroke can occur. A similar thing takes place in the winter with the car getting much too cold. If you anticipate having to make stops, be sure to go where you can take the pet out and along with you.

COMFORT AND CARE — An animal out of his or her environment or element could become skittish. Try to keep a pet’s feeding schedule as close to normal as possible. This will minimize the chances of discomfort or even digestive aggravation. Bring along bottled water or tap water from home because drinking water from an unfamiliar area could result in unwanted digestive distress, which could prove uncomfortable for pet and owner alike.

As an added precaution, you may want to invest in rubberized

floor

liners

and

waterproof

seat

covers,

says

the ASPCA. This helps if the animal gets carsick or has an accident. Removable seat covers can also prove advantageous for collecting fur and keeping the interior of the car less messy than need be.

IDENTIFICATION — It is important to always carry proper

identification

for

your

pet,

as

well

as

documentation

of vaccinations. For those who have not yet microchipped their companion animal, now may be the time to do so. The microchip is a very small device implanted under the skin of the pet, usually by the scruff of the neck. It will transmit contact information when a specialized transmitter is waved over the microchip.

There’s also the old-fashioned method of having your dog or cat collared with an ID tag. Using this in conjunction with a leash and harness will help reduce the chances of losing your pet while on the road.

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TO

WHEAT OR NOT TO

WHEAT? by

Elizabeth DeGrie

or some people, the tantalizing smell of fresh baked bread, the sight of a pan of brownies or a stray spoon of gravy is torture. That’s because according to the Celiac Disease Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping those with celiac disease, approximately 1 in 100 Americans have celiac disease, which is a genetic disorder that makes eating gluten deadly.

Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and possibly oats — scientists disagree about whether oats are

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wellness sensitivity need to safe for those avoid proteins found with celiac disease in wheat, barley and or not. When rye. This includes someone with oats, unless they are celiac disease ingests labeled gluten free. gluten, it causes an These ingredients immune system reaction are found in many that damages the small food products, intestine and prevents including

flours,

bread

the individual from properly products, pasta, breakfast absorbing nutrients. cereals, cakes and cookies.

Common symptoms of the There are many gluten free disease can include abdominal versions of these products cramping, intestinal gas, available in most grocery distention and bloating stores.” of the stomach, chronic Cox said this isn’t as diarrhea or constipation (or limiting as individuals might both), fatty stools, anemia think. In fact, avoiding and unexplained weight gluten opens individuals up loss or weight gain. Other Common symptoms of the celiac disease to a whole new world of potential symptoms include can include abdominal cramping... possibilities. dental enamel defects, bone or join pain, lack of energy, “People with gluten infertility, depression, mouth ulcers, delayed puberty, sensitivity have a wide variety of foods they can eat, such tingling or numbness in hands or feet and migraine as corn, nuts, potatoes, rice, soy, quinoa and legumes, just headaches. to name a few,” Cox said. “Living a gluten free lifestyle may be a challenge, but you can surely live a normal life.

The month of May is designated as National Celiac Living a gluten free life means being very cautious about Disease Awareness Month. the foods they eat and reading food labels carefully.”

Unfortunately, people with celiac disease are not the Cox said individuals who follow a gluten free diet have only ones who have to avoid to be careful to make sure they don’t miss out on any gluten. According to the important nutrients.

Center for Celiac Research and Treatment, it has become clear “The gluten free diet is often low in B vitamins, that approximately 6 percent of calcium,

vitamin

D,

iron,

zinc,

magnesium

and

fiber,”

Cox

the population, or 18 million said.

“Few

gluten

free

products

are

enriched

or

fortified,

people, have nonceliac gluten adding

to

the

risk

of

nutrient

deficiencies.

Daily

vitamin

sensitivity. In these cases, and mineral supplements are recommended, such as a daily individuals do not have celiac multivitamin.” disease, but they have health Luckily, those who are diagnosed with celiac disease issues that improve when they and gluten sensitivity in Lincoln Parish have two stores follow a gluten-free diet. especially looking out for their interests.

Currently, the only way At Olde Wheat Barn and Super 1 Foods, those who to deal with celiac disease or need

to

avoid

gluten

can

find

items

especially

for

them. nonceliac gluten sensitivity is Chris Turner, store director at Super 1 Foods, said by following a strict glutenAMANDA COX customer satisfaction is what drove the store to offer free diet. A quick trip down Chief Clinical Dietitian gluten-free items, which is not something every Super 1 any grocery story aisle proves Northern Louisiana Medical Center how

difficult

such

a

diet

can

be

store does. to follow. It can be especially “We had many customer requests for gluten free difficult

considering

many

products, so we added a section when the store was unsuspecting items contain remodeled,” Turner said. gluten such as some medicines and toothpastes.

The store has offered a selection of gluten free Being diagnosed with celiac disease or a gluten items

for

approximately

five

years,

and

it

is

driven

by

sensitivity means that an individual must constantly customer demand. read labels. If labels are unavailable, it is best for those “We welcome any customer requests to expand the with gluten sensitivities to avoid a product. Additionally, gluten-free section,” Turner said. “I deal mainly those with celiac disease must make sure they avoid with one vendor and he keeps me up to contamination by only buying foods labeled as gluten free date with any new products he can and practicing safe cooking measures in their own homes. supply.”

Amanda Cox, chief clinical dietitian with Northern Super 1 customers can Louisiana Medical Center, said she doesn’t often come in

“Living a gluten free lifestyle may be a challenge, but you can surely live a normal life.

contact with patients locally who are diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

“We do not have many consults for the gluten free diet, maybe two per year,” Cox said. “People with gluten

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wellness find

muffins,

breads,

cookie

mixes,

cookies, animal crackers, graham crackers, beer/ hard apple ciders, pancakes, granola bars, baking flour,

frosting

mix,

cake

mix,

pasta,

rice, pretzels and donuts that are all gluten free.

Turner explained that individuals seeking help with a gluten free diet, or any other special dietary concerns, also has access to the store’s nutritionist.

Brookshire’s has a nutritionist that can be contacted with any questions at askbrooke@ brookshires.com or 903-266-2421.

Jenifer Spencer, manager of Olde Wheat Barn, said the store has been expanding their options in the past three

to

five

years.

“Over

the

past

three

to

five

years,

‘gluten

free’

and

‘wheat

free’

items

have

gained

a

greater

popularity

due

to more awareness of celiac disease,” Spencer said. “We are always open to customer requests and suggestions, and so over the years, as more and more consumers are being diagnosed with the gluten intolerance issue, we have seen a greater demand for products that are wheat free.”

The store, which is generally geared toward more specialty foods, has a large variety of items for those who need to avoid gluten.

“Our shelves offer gluten free items from crackers to cereals to pastas and baking mixes and so much more,” Spencer said. “Since there is a greater need for wheat free items, most of the time there is a gluten free alternative to just about anything. If we don’t carry it, we can always look into getting it. One thing to note: supplement companies have also come to recognize the importance of offering their products as gluten free, so we are seeing more and more supplements that are free of gluten and many other allergens as well.”

Many people visit the store seeking advice, and Spencer said there are a number of individuals who visit

the

store

specifically

for

gluten

free

items

and

information.

“Very often we see folks who have just come from the

doctor

and

find

out

that

they

are gluten intolerant and have to radically change their diet, and mainly, they are overwhelmed,” Spencer said. “I

would say, take a deep breath and remember you are not alone. As in any struggle that we face in our humanity, we are not alone.

There are resources available to help understand the nature of the disease or allergy and with the wide recognition of the need for these foods, the availability of gluten free (items) is growing, and getting better tasting as it goes. Also, I would say, keep your food

real.

We

are

so

used

to

our

flours

and

breads

and

pastas, but fruits and vegetables are the way to go, and other grains such as millet, are an excellent choice also.”

Spencer said that the Celiac Disease Foundation, www.celiac.org, offers a great deal of useful information for those who have been recently diagnosed and are looking for information. Additionally, she said many gluten free companies offer recipes on their websites to help individuals lead a normal life.

Spencer said those seeking gluten free alternatives can always request items from the store, but the employees and their suppliers are always working to provide new items as well.

One downside to this gluten free lifestyle is that specialty gluten free items can cost a little more than more traditional items.

“Generally gluten free does tend to cost more,” Spencer said. “One of the main reasons for this is that gluten free foods generally must be tested in order to be labeled gluten free. This greatly increases the cost of producing the item, which then that cost is passed on to distributors and then to retailers. The Olde Wheat Barn truly does strive to keep our prices fair and reasonable, and one way we try to mitigate the high price of these

LABEL READING 101

Those

avoiding

gluten

must

always

carefully

read

labels,

as

gluten

frequently

sneak

into

items

that

seem

unlikely.

When

reading

labels,

watch

out

for

the

following

items: •

Barley •

Rye

•

Triticale •

Wheat

(also

known

as

durum,

graham,

kamut,

semolina

and

spelt) •

Malt,

malt

flavoring,

malt

vinegar

(these

are

generally

made

from

Information found at celiac.org.

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wellness items is by keeping keen on hearty promotions as they come our way each month.”

Though it might take a little extra money and time, the reality is that being diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity is not a death sentence. With a little planning and the right resources, locals can live a relatively normal life while following a gluten free diet.

The good news is that in Lincoln Parish the awareness of Celiac Disease appears to be growing, and every week more and more items become available to help those on a gluten free diet flourish.

Sources: www.celiac.org, www.celiaccenter.org

DANGER ZONE Sometimes it is easy to overlook hidden wheat in items that seem like they would not have dangerous items. The following is a list of items that are frequently overlooked by those with gluten issues: •

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Brown rice syrup Breading and coating mixes Croutons Energy Bars Flour or cereal products Imitation bacon Imitation seafood Marinades Panko (Japanese bread crumbs) Pastas Processed luncheon meats Sauces, gravies Self-basting poultry Soy sauce or soy sauce solids Soup bases

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•

•

•

•

Stuffings,

dressing Thickeners (Roux) Communion wafers Herbal supplements Drugs and over-the-counter medications •

Nutritional supplements •

Vitamins and mineral supplements •

Play-dough: a potential problem if hands are put on or in the mouth while playing with play-dough.

Hands should be washed immediately after use

Information found at celiac.org

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Prime Wellness has expanded its services by now offering group exercise classes. Members receive unlimited access to any class as a part of their monthly membership fee.

Prime has worked to combine the professional services of a gym with the expertise of a therapy clinic. It strives to provide the educational tools to help residents transform their

current

fitness

and

nutritional program into a healthy life style. It offers personalized programs developed to meet the goals of each individual whether it is weight loss, muscle strength, WITH endurance or stretching and mobility.

Prime is open from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Friday.

Memberships are available for individuals, couples and families.

For more information about Prime, call 255-9601. Or stop in for a tour of the LOTS facility located at 1817 Northpointe Lane, behind Portico on Farmerville Highway in Ruston.

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The

Juicing Craze Extracting nature’s nutrients

hether an individual is looking to shed some pounds or just wants to begin healthy eating habits, it’s hard to argue the benefits

of

incorporating

fruits

and

vegetables

into

one’s

diet.

However,

the

healthiest

way

to

consume

these

nutrient

rich

food

remains

questionable

and

fairly

new

to

this

food

fad

debate

is

juicing

—

the

process

of

extracting

juice

from

a

fruit

or

vegetables

for

consumption.

“Vegetables

and

fruits

are

chock-full

of

vitamins,

minerals

and

phytochemicals.

Individuals

consuming

their

juices

would

be

receiving

the

health

benefits

that

come

from

ingesting

these

vitamins,

minerals

and

phytochemicals,”

Susan

Hughes,

professional

in

residence

with

the

Louisiana

Tech

University

School

of

Human

Ecology,

said.

“For

individuals

who

will

not

eat

whole

fruits

and

vegetables,

juicing

might

be

a

more

palatable

way

for

them

to

consume

these

healthful

foods.”

Jenifer

Spencer,

manager

of

the

Olde

Wheat

Barn,

added

energy

to

the

list

of

byproducts

from

consuming

fruits

and

vegetables

in

juice

form.

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“The

nutritional

benefits

of

juicing

are

many.

It’s

a

wonderful

way

to

get

minerals

and

vitamins

in

their

freshest

form

and

provides

the

body

with

an

energy

boost,”

Spencer

said.

“Simply

incorporating

the

art

of

juicing

into

the

daily

diet

will

increase

any

efforts

to

better

the

health.”

Although

juicing

is

gaining

popularity

amongst

health

enthusiasts,

the

advantages,

as

compared

to

other

methods

of

consuming

fruits

and

vegetables

—

raw,

steamed

or

cooked

—

remains

debatable.

“There

is

something

to

be

said

for

the

process

of

chewing

your

food,”

Spencer

said.

“Digestion truly begins in the brain when you begin to get hungry

and

prepare

to

eat,

the

mouth

produces

saliva,

the

teeth

masticate

the

food

and

then

further

on

down

the

digestive

system

it

goes.”

Additionally,

juicing

will

result

in

the

loss

of

fiber.

“Most

juicing

processes

result

in

the

removal

of

most,

if

not

all,

of

the

fiber

that

is

found

in

the

raw

vegetable

or

fruit,

and

that

can

be

a

drawback,”

Hughes,

who

is

a

registered

dietitian

and

licensed

nutritionist,

said.

“Raw

fruits

and

vegetables

will

have

higher

quantities

of

fiber,

particularly

if

peels

and

skins

are

consumed

with

the

vegetable

and

fruit

(as

in

apples,

cucumbers,

tomatoes,

peaches,

etc).”

However,

the

pulp

may

be

reused

in

other

prepared

foods.

“Generally

the

fiber

content

is

found

in

the

JENIFER SPENCER, pulp

and

meat

of

a

fruit.

This

is

why

it’s

Olde Wheat Barn, Manager an

excellent

idea

to

keep

the

leftover

pulp

and

incorporate

it

into

other

foods

such

as

baked

goods,”

Spencer

said.

Along

with

loss

of

fiber,

there

are

also

other

drawbacks

to

juicing.

“Another

potential

drawback

to

consuming

a

meal

in

juiced

form

is

that

one

might

consume

more

calories

from

sugar

that

they

might

expect.

Fruits

are

naturally

high

in

sugar

and

contain

about

60

calories

for

a

4-ounce

serving

of

most

fruit

juices,”

Hughes

said.

“Food

safety

is

another

consideration

when

consuming

juices

from

raw

vegetables

and

fruits.

Harmful

bacteria

can

develop

relatively

quickly

in

fresh

juices.

Therefore,

it

is

important

to

prepare

only

the

amount

of

juice

that

you

can

drink

in

one

sitting.

“

Juicing is purported by some to ‘detoxify’ or ‘cleanse’ the body.

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And there is with

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weight

loss

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expense.

At

and

information,

A

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in

fiber,

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scientific

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juice

than

ever

before.

In

addition

to

these

is

a

dietary

component

that

contributes

to

that

supports

that

juiced

vegetables

and

fullness.

The

fiber

content

can

be

increased

fruits

are

significantly

healthier

than

eating

reasons,

there

is

an

incredibly

informative

documentary

available

through

Netflix

in

juices

by

adding

back

the

pulp

that

was

the

real

thing,”

Hughes

said.

“Juicing

is

purported

by

some

to

‘detoxify’

or

‘cleanse’

called

‘Fat

Sick

and

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Dead’

that

really

lost

or

using

it

for

other

things,’

Hughes

brings

to

light

how

juicing

can

radically

said.

“Juicing

can

be

a

beneficial

way

to

the

body.

When

I

conducted

a

database

search

of

scientific

literature

regarding

this

change

one’s

life.

Each

of

these

contributes

increase

vegetable

and

fruit

intake.

Be

to

the

awareness

of

juicing

in

their

own

sure

to

have

more

vegetables

in

the

juice

claim

at

Louisiana

Tech’s

Prescott

Library,

way.” than

fruits

to

control

calories

and

sugar.

no

academic

literature

was

available

to

All

fresh

produce

needs

to

be

thoroughly

support

this

claim.

The

kidneys

and

liver

For

those

thinking

about

becoming

washed

prior

to

the

juicing

process,

and

do

the

work

of

detoxifying

for

our

bodies.”

members

of

the

juicing

community,

all

equipment

thoroughly

cleaned

and

Hughes

o ffers

s ome

a dvice.

As

for

the

popularity

of

juicing,

Spencer

sanitized

after

the

juicing

process

to

“First, do not use

juicing

as

an

extreme

believes

a

health-conscious

society,

coupled

prevent

food

borne

illness.”

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Hughes

recommends

consulting

a

physician

before

beginning

a

juicing

regiment.

“Consumers need to be aware that there are potential drug-food

interactions

with

juicing,

and

juicing

might

be

a

concern

with

certain

chronic

health

conditions,”

Hughes

said.

“Therefore,

it

is

important

to

check

with

a

physician

to

be

certain

that

juicing

is

a

safe

option.”

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Dennis and Debbie Allen, purchased Ruston Florist more than 18 years ago, and have recently branched out resulting in a new location and new name.

“Who would ever believe that Ruston Florist and Boutique would become the new and expanded department store in Ruston,” Debbie Allen said.

“God has blessed us this past year, for allowing us to bring something grand to Ruston. It was a time for a change and the customers were asking for more and more.”

And, so far, the customers are loving it. Ruston Florist and Boutique, now located at 1103 Farmerville Highway also known as the Old Salvation Army building, with a more than 5,000 square foot showroom, is providing customers with several new departments.

The ladies clothing section features clothing by Color Me Cotton, Jess & Jane, Mosaic and Lady Noiz. And, for the younger clients, the shop features brands such as Blu Pepper, Jenny and many more. Accessories such as scarves, jewelry and purses offer customers a complete look.

The store’s newest department is the bedding and bath section, which includes bed linens, pillows, comforters, duvets and luxurious bath products such as Kassatex towels, bath rugs and robes.

The Kitchen and Gourmet Department has also grown, providing great cookbooks by Food Network’s top chefs, in addition to tableware, table linens, aprons and gourmet foods.

The shop features a Christian bookstore with inspirational books, Christian gifts and music, which has been our No. 1 request.

Ruston Florist and Boutique has just received their newest furniture line, Clipper Ship Furniture. This line has received rave reviews. In the store, the customers love the gathering height table and chairs, built in Louisiana, out of 150-year-old wood.

“We

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Allen said.

Customers

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furniture

pieces

and

chairs

in all fabrics mingled among the store’s merchandise.

The bridal registry is now available, and the store will soon offer

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baby

registry

also.

Yes,

Ruston

Florist

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flower

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LINCOLN EVENTS CALENDAR THEATER

MUSIC BEATLES TRIBUTE BAND — Feel good while hearing some classics from The Beatles in this concert slated to benefit the Domestic Abuse Resistance Team.

7 p.m. July 13, July 18-20 and 2 p.m. July 14 and 21; Dixie Center for the Arts; $12 for adults, $6 for students; Box office 255-1450

FINE ARTS NCLAC PEACH ART EXHIBIT RECEPTION — Each year, local and area artists submit their works to participate in the traditional Louisiana Peach Festival Art Exhibit. This reception awards the winners of the exhibit and the winner of the Annual “Keep the Arts Afloat” raffle. This raffle helps to keep the North Central Louisiana Arts Council open.

3-4 p.m. June 16; Ruston Civic Center; Free; NCLAC office 255-1450

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FESTIVALS JUNETEENTH — Each year the city of Grambling is buzzing with vendors, parades and other activities to commemorate this historic celebration. Residents and visitors alike can find plenty to do during this event celebrating the ending of slavery in the United States.

June13-19; City of Grambling; Various; 247-6120 LOUISIANA PEACH FESTIVAL — Everyone can find a “Peachy Keen” time at the annual celebration of the sweet fruit. From art shows and shopping to food and music, this event is sure to have something for the entire family.

June 21-22; Throughout Ruston; Various; 255-2031

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‘THE KING AND I’ — This is a dramatic, uplifting tale of east versus west. In this class production, Anna, an English widow, and her son arrive at the Royal Palace in Siam to tutor the king’s many children and wives. An intriguing tale is woven as Anna and the King clash.

7 p.m. July 13, July 18-20 and 2 p.m. July 14 and 21; Dixie Center for the Arts; $12 for adults, $6 for students; Box office 255-1450

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The Hearing Center A native of Ruston andintroduce La Tech, J. Andrew Shealy We are proud to Andrew Shealy is the Hearing Instrument Specialist in our Ruston as our newest Hearing Instrument Specialist!

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