An Apple A Day February 2014

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Wellness For Life

Eat Healthy. Eat Sushi.

Osaka Japanese Steakhouse & Seafood shares the healthy secrets of this culinary tradition pg. 12

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6 More Than Just Blood Donation

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23 Health & Beauty: Stretch Your Beauty Budget 24 Recipe: Rainbow Soup

ON THE COVER Osaka Japanese Steakhouse & Seafood shares the nutrition secrets of sushi and ways to make this Japanese culinary tradition a part of your healthy diet.

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Never Give Up

by Kathy Y. Hollmann, M.S. CCC-SLP Director of Clinic Development & Marketing, PBRC

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On Christmas Day 2012, two days after her 8th he Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center birthday, Hannah suffered a devastating stroke. is celebrating its 61st year of providing Hannah spent 4 weeks in the hospital in Lubbock, therapy services to people in the West Texas and 3 weeks in Dallas. During those 7 weeks, Texas area. The success of the Permian Hannah faced many challenges and setbacks.

Basin Rehabilitation Center has been due, in Hannah suffered another stroke and had to have large part, to the overwhelming generosity of the open heart surgery to clean a valve because of people in this community and the dedicated and endocarditis, an infection of the inner lining of compassionate staff. The mission has been simple the heart. and remained the same for the past 61 years.

Hannah is a fighter and Following her stroke, The Rehab Center she has demonstrated an Hannah lost the ability is here to provide attitude of great strength and to talk and walk. Her the highest quality personality changed of therapy to those determination. Hannah has and Hannah became who face difficult and never given up hope and her very frustrated with challenging situations therapists and family will not even the simplest and to give hope and give up on her. daily living tasks. Upon support for people her dismissal from an throughout the Permian inpatient rehab facility, the family sought therapy Basin. Hope is what motivates therapists and their close to home. Her parents were relieved to find patients. Hope is what connects, inspires, and therapy services at the Permian Basin Rehab Center. encourages us. We never give up‌we haven’t for The forty minute drive from Crane is a commitment 61 years. they have been happy to make three times a week for the last 11 months to ensure their daughter Each year, patients and families graciously share receives the best quality of speech, physical, and their stories of perseverance and hope with the occupational therapy.

CBS7 viewing audience through the Permian Basin Rehab Center’s annual Telethon. The Hannah has made tremendous progress since Telethon raises much needed funds for the Patient she started therapy. Her therapy team is amazed Assistance Program. This year we are honored to at how much she has changed since she began feature 9-year-old Hannah Nichols, daughter of therapy in February 2013. Initially, Hannah could Mendy and Kelly Nichols of Crane, Texas. Hannah not walk without someone close by to assist her. has a diagnosis of Marfan syndrome which affects Hannah was unsafe, weak, and uncoordinated. She connective tissue and the heart. required assistance with all her gross motor activities. Hannah had lost her independence and ability

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Hannah Nichols works with her therapists at PBRC

to play like an 8-year-old child. Jennifer Fowler, PT, DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy), is proud of how hard Hannah has worked and how far she has come. Her progress has been amazing to watch. Hannah is able to use her impaired side with more coordination and control and each day she is gaining strength. Hannah has come a long way but she continues to battle fatigue, weakness, and difficulty with her coordination.

Angie Long, OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered) remembers the first time she saw Hannah. The stroke had affected Hannah’s right side, impairing her ability to use her preferred hand. When Angie evaluated Hannah, she was unable to dress or feed herself and she could not hold a pencil. Hannah could not even raise her arm above her head. She had lost not only her independence with her mobility, but her independence with her daily life skills as well.

Following direct skilled occupational therapy, Hannah has regained independence and use of her right arm. She is able to use her right hand for functional skills, and not only is she able to hold her pencil, but she is also writing again. Occupational therapy continues to refine her fine motor skills and coordination.

The stroke had done damage not only with Hannah’s physical skills, but with her language skills. Some of the initial linguistic challenges that Hannah faced were her cognitive and pragmatic deficits. She had a difficulty controlling her emotions, speaking and expressing her thoughts and feelings appropriately, and completing daily problem-solving tasks. Hannah often had episodes of anger and frustration when she was unable to appropriately express herself.

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More than Just Blood Donation

by Ben McCampbell

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ost people know that donating blood is a selfless, generous gesture. And most people know that donated blood is an essential element in modern medicine; it saves thousands of lives every year. But what many people don’t know is that there are more ways to donate than by just giving whole blood, and these other types of blood donation are vital in meeting the critical needs of certain patients.

When blood is donated, it is separated into the various components—platelets, plasma, and red cells—for specific medical needs. But separating blood in the laboratory after a donation is inefficient.

For instance, only two tablespoons of platelets are collected in the lab from a whole blood donation; it takes six donations (six units of blood) to provide a single platelet transfusion this way.

Enter modern technology. Nowadays there’s a really efficient process for extracting components from blood. It’s called apheresis, and it utilizes a machine which separates the blood during the donation. In the case of platelets, for example, one apheresis blood donation can provide enough platelets for 6 february 2014 an apple a day

one complete transfusion. That’s six times the amount collected in the laboratory from a whole blood donation. The machine which separates the blood is programmed to remove specific amounts of the chosen blood component, and then it returns the rest of your blood back to you—through the same sterile tubing and needle. You only get stuck once.

Apheresis donation is safe. The amount of platelets, plasma, or red blood cells collected won’t affect your health, though it’s usually a good idea not to engage in strenuous exercise or heavy lifting the rest of the day. Your body will replace the platelets you donate within 24 hours and the donated plasma within two to three days. All the equipment is sterile and is used only once and discarded.

Depending on the type of donation, it will take one to two hours of your time.

I spoke with Sarah Fleck, a graphic designer with Hunt Advertising in Odessa, who donates via the apheresis procedure regularly at United Blood Services in Midland. She said that the level of comfort is the same as with a regular blood donation,

but that occasionally some people get a bit cold Plasma is a clear, straw-colored liquid that makes up about 55 percent of the blood. It is 90 percent because of the temporary change in the makeup water (which is one reason we should stay well-hyof their blood. But there are always blankets at the drated); the remaining ready, and the orange 10 percent comprises juice and cookies Nowadays there’s a really efficient protein molecules after the procedure process for extracting components (over 700 different are a welcome snack. from blood. It’s called apheresis, and it proteins!), including enShe says that they tell utilizes a machine which separates the zymes, clotting agents, you what component blood during the donation. immune system com(platelets, plasma, etc.) ponents, plus vitamins, they need most, and hormones, glucose, and other dissolved nutrients. that she’s happy to be able to help with that need.

Plasma carries the goods—the platelets and the red and white blood cells—and keeps everything I’m throwing around terms like plasma, platelets, moving through the circulatory system. It provides and red cells like I really know what I’m talking a “storage area” for fluids in the body. Plasma helps about. I don’t, but I’ve done some homework and maintain blood pressure, helps blood to clot, and can give you some details about this miraculous it helps heat and cool the body. It is frozen after red liquid that keeps us all alive. Blood is constantly collection and can be stored for up to a year. After circulating in the body, providing it with nutrition, it’s separated from blood cells, plasma for patient oxygen, and waste removal. The average person use is utilized in one of two directions—one for carries about five liters (about 5¼ quarts). As I’ve blood transfusions (burns, liver conditions, and sementioned, blood contains several components; vere blood infections are examples) as fresh frozen the major ones are red blood cells (which carry oxygen to the tissues), white blood cells (which fight infection), platelets, and plasma.

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Welcome Dr. Ritchie O. Rosso Jr. Dr. Robert L. Chappell Jr. welcomes Dr. Ritchie O. Rosso Jr. as his new associate. Dr. Rosso is originally from Virginia and received his M.D. with distinction from the University of Virginia.

He then completed a clinical research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health, followed by an internship in Internal Medicine at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City. He completed his dermatology residency with a focus in dermatological surgery at the University of Miami in Miami, FL. Dr. Rosso specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, including Mohs surgery. He also has a focus in cosmetic dermatology including laser resurfacing, fillers, and other specialized procedures.

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FEEL THE BURN

by Wendy Hilliard

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dessa Family Y personal trainer Jason Gomez is torching fat and sculpting muscles in his new group personal training class. Aptly named Jason’s Burning and Shaping, Gomez can train up to 10 people at one time, giving clients the advantage of having a personal trainer plus the motivational and social benefits of group training.

Usually there are no less than six stations. Typically, the equipment used includes dumbbells and barbells, indoor cycling bikes, medicine balls, and jump ropes.

After the warm-up, Gomez demonstrates and explains each station. When everyone is in place, it’s go time! Some are squatting, others knocking out burpees, and some are navigating stairs carrying a weighted ball, each person working at their own pace for two minutes, then on to the next station.

The class is like an intense version of weight lifting.

This burn and pump combo melts body fat.

“The class is like an intense version of weight lifting,” Gomez said. It’s a combination of strength training and cardio. This burn and pump combo melts body fat.”

Gomez meets with his Burning and Shaping clients on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Classes are anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour and burn, on average, about 500 calories. “Mondays we focus on the lower body, Wednesdays we work on five to six different upper body muscles. Thursdays we hit the whole body. Every class we work abs.”

On a cold January morning Patricia Carrasco is at the squat station. It’s Thursday, whole body day. She sweats and breaths hard as she squats, comes up into an overhead dumbbell press, and finishes with a hop. It was a friend that convinced her to try the group personal training class.

“My friend and I talked about trying it, this is my first week. I like doing the different stations and working different muscles,” Carrasco said. When asked what her least favorite move is the answer is swift. “Squats, but I’m starting to like them.”

Pausing briefly from burpees, Y member Liz Salgado explained she has been training with Gomez since June 2013 and has experienced great results. “I have lost a lot of weight,” Salgado said. “I guess about 20 pounds. I like everything about this kind of conditioning. I’ve always struggled with my arms. Since I started training with Jason I have definitely gotten stronger.”

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Gomez understands clients like Salgado regularly need new challenges to break plateaus and beat boredom. “I change the workout every three weeks. Variety is my priority to keep everyone motivated.” Gomez said. “I try to make the class as intense as I can so everyone can get the most out of it.”

Group personal training is not new and offers several advantages to both client and trainer. “It saves my clients money and it puts people at ease. Husbands feel more comfortable if their wives are in a group environment with a male trainer instead of a one-on-one training situation. It also helps timid or new clients feel more comfortable in a group session,” Gomez said.

For Gomez, it allows him to take on more clients. “I had people who wanted me to train them but I couldn’t, I was booked. Now with the group personal training class I can, my schedule opened up.”

Jason’s Burning and Shaping is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Times are 8:00 am, 9:00 am, 10:00 am and 11:00 am. The cost is $30 per week. Space is limited. For more information contact the Odessa Family Y at 432–362–4301.

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The New Year brings exciting news from the Odessa Heart Institute. We are pleased to announce that we’ve joined forces with MCH ProCare and are now the newest member of the Medical Center Health System family.

Our talented medical staff, main office and eight remote clinics will operate under the MCH banner and will now be known as ProCare Odessa Heart Institute. We believe that this union with MCH ProCare will strengthen our practice and increase our capacity to provide outstanding care to our fast growing community.

We’d like to thank our patients, their families and our referring physicians throughout the region for your loyalty. Our commitment to you is stronger than ever.

Sincerely, Sudhir Amaram, M.D., F.A.C.C. Manohar Angirekula, M.D., F.A.C.C. Fernando Boccalandro, M.D., F.A.C.C.

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by Joy Harriman

ood health almost always rises to the top of the list of importance during the first few months of a new year. When young, we practically take it for granted. As we age, it becomes clearer that we have to take responsibility for maintaining good health. Nothing is more important than getting regular exercise, not smoking, and controlling stress, along with eating a variety of nutritious, heart-healthy foods that make up a healthy diet. Right?

Not hardly: Heart disease is the number one killer of both women and men in the United States. What is heart disease?

The heart is a muscular pump that needs a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients from coronary arteries. If the arteries become narrowed (clogged), the oxygen and nutrient supply is Stay in touch decreased or cut off resulting in a with your heart attack. Coronary heart disease occurs when the inside walls of the primary care coronary arteries thicken in a process doctor. Regular called atherosclerosis, which usually check-ups occurs when a person has high levels are known to of cholesterol and fat in the blood.

prevent future emergencies.

One of the reasons we don’t consider the possibility of developing heart disease is that it’s a gradual, lifelong process that we can’t see or feel. We start developing risky habits in early childhood and accumulate them over a lifetime. Cardiovascular disease accounts for nearly thirty-eight percent of the more than 2.4 million deaths in America each year. It’s the fifth-leading cause of death for young Americans 15 to 24 years old. The primary risk factors—habits including tobacco use, hypertension, high serum cholesterol, decreased physical activity, a high-fat diet, excessive alcohol consumption, and stress—all begin during the earlier years of our lives. If you’re already

healthy, at high risk for heart disease, or have survived a heart attack, the advice to protect your heart is the same.

Changing those unhealthy habits and keeping your heart in top condition generally includes: • Everything in moderation. It isn’t necessary to give up your favorite meal but you don’t have to overindulge, either. Indulging in high fat foods can result in abnormal blood pressure, high LDL (bad) cholesterol, and low HDL (good) cholesterol. Problems such as high normal blood pressure, high levels of LDL cholesterol, and low levels of HDL cholesterol will place an individual at risk for developing cardiovascular disease. Consider cutting back on foods rich in saturated fat, such as butter, cheese, and meat, which elevate bad cholesterol. Try to eat more vegetables, fruits, and grains instead. No more than thirty percent of your daily calories should come from saturated fat.

• Smoking is the most dangerous risk factor.

• Stay in touch with your primary care doctor.

Regular check-ups are known to prevent future emergencies. Try to give your body the care it needs.

• Move your body every day. Preventive health and attention to fitness can lengthen your life, increase the quality of your life, and reduce the risk factors for developing a particular disease or condition.

• Reduce stress. Try calming activities such as meditation, journaling, or just moving to a quiet area for a few minutes every day. A healthy condition also means addressing depression or any other mental health issue.

• Practice portion control. Be sure to get enough good fats, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fiber, protein, and water.

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by Miriam Manriquez

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he Japanese have been eating sushi for centuries and it is no secret that the life expectancy of the Japanese is longer than any other culture. Sushi contains a great amount of omega-3 fatty acids and the fish is a lean source of low-calorie, high-quality protein.

example, the fried rolls will contain more calories than the uncooked rolls.

It is important to understand that not all sushi is the same and neither is the nutritional value. One plain tuna roll can have less than 200 calories.

Embellishments like mayonnaise, tempura crunch (fried crumbs), or cream cheese add calories. For

Wasabi—which is always served with sushi—has its own benefits. It is extremely rich in vitamin C and it stimulates the production of saliva, aids digestion, has powerful antibacterial properties, and is mildly antiseptic.

Another important fact is that not all sushi is raw.

Most people think eating sushi is eating raw fish.

Raw fish is a main ingredient in many sushi rolls, but not all of them. Many sushi rolls include cooked fish or seafood. Fish (raw or cooked) is used so Luckily, in West Texas a family keeps carrying on the frequently because it is delicious and full of highsushi tradition by offering the Permian Basin the quality protein. Salmon and tuna are amongst freshest sushi around. Osaka Japanese Steakhouse the most popular choices because of their high & Seafood “is a family affair,” says owner Irma Ogle. levels of omega acids—which improve cholesterol “We all work here, even Grandma, and we are a levels, lower blood pressure, and decrease the local family-owned and operated restaurant.” risk of abnormal heart rhythm. Fish should be included in your regular For over 28 years, diet to get the most co-owner Rigoberto Most people think eating sushi nutritional benefit.

Manriquez, who began is eating raw fish. Raw fish is a cooking at age 17, has main ingredient in many sushi Some sushi chefs have impressed the Permian rolls, but not all of them. really gotten creative Basin with amazing with their creations, food and out-of-theand the fun part is that you can add almost ordinary recipes. “We are not scared to try new anything to your sushi roll. Some rolls include flavors or add new menu items.” Manriquez says. jalapeños, tempura crunch, or fruit along with the main ingredients.

“We want to bring to the Permian Basin an alternative to the local common eateries,” said Ogle.

Many other ingredients in sushi have some nutritional benefit. The thin sheets of seaweed— If your resolution is to be healthier this 2014, then nori—contain nutrients such as iodine, magnesium, sushi can be an exciting and nutritious addition to calcium, antioxidants, folic acids, and phytonutrients. a healthy diet.

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Ginger, used as a palate cleanser between different types of sushi, also serves as a natural antiseptic, aids digestion, and boosts the immune system.

Avocado is another great ingredient that provides protection against aging, cardiovascular disease, and some types of cancer.

You can also balance out your sushi feast with a nutritious vegetable roll.

For sushi beginners, Osaka suggests the California roll. This roll features crab, cucumber, avocado, and rice, all rolled up in a thin sheet of nori. This is an allcooked roll and a perfect introduction to the world of sushi.

A great starting point for trying rolls with raw fish is the Philly roll. The Philly roll is salmon, cream cheese, and avocado rolled in sushi rice and wrapped in nori.

For the most experienced, there is also sashimi.

These little slabs of raw fish are perfect for dipping in soy sauce and wasabi—and for getting a great dose of omega acids and protein.

If you are just not feeling adventurous, then the teppanyaki items are a healthy choice. Teppanyaki is a Japanese cooking method that uses a flat, propane-heated grill to cook the food. Hibachi salmon or simmered tuna, served with fresh hibachi vegetables, are popular choices.

“Our food is our pride. We spend months training our teppanyaki and sushi chefs,” says Manriquez.

“We even have a graduation ceremony where the chef’s entrées will be judged by taste, texture, and presentation.”

Osaka sees the demand for fresh seafood in the Permian Basin. “We plan to offer fresh oysters during the summer. We basically add items to the menu and based on the costumers’ response, we either keep them or get rid of them,” explains Manriquez.

Osaka Japanese Steakhouse & Seafood has convenient locations in both Midland and Odessa, with a new location going up on Faudree Road in Odessa.

The Midland location offers an open sushi bar and an uncommon ambiance, with private romantic seating along the side walls of the “Osaka Boat” for listening to the relaxing sound of the waterfalls. Another great amenity, the VIP Room, can be reserved for private parties, business meetings, or other gatherings. The VIP Room accommodates up to 50 people.

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Continued from page 5 and her ability to make friends. She was unable to accept change and new challenges in an ageappropriate way. Following six months of intensive speech and language therapy with Tandi Poitevint M.S. CCC-SLP (Speech-Language Pathologist), Hannah was dismissed with age-appropriate cognitive and expressive and receptive language skills. Her frustration level has decreased and she is doing more of the activities she participated in before her life-changing stroke. Hannah is a fighter and she has demonstrated an attitude of great strength and determination. Hannah has never given up hope and her therapists and family will not give up on her.

TELETHON 2014: CONNECTED TO YOU On March 1st and 2nd, CBS7 and PBRC host the 2014 Telethon. Locally-owned CBS7 dedicates station time and resources for a nine-hour extravaganza of community involvement, great entertainment, and celebration of the human spirit. Funds donated during this year’s event help provide facility improvements, advanced therapeutic equipment, and financial assistance for qualified patients in need. News anchors Tatum Hubbard and Jay Hendricks head the CBS7 Team along with dozens of PBRC Board members, staff, and community volunteers to create a televised celebration of courage, hope, and determination.

Corporate, foundation, and individual sponsors and donors are the heart of this effort.

As one of West Texas’ oldest non-profit organizations, the Rehab Center continues today what was started in 1953. All funds raised through the Telethon support the needs of the patients at the Permian Basin Rehabilitation Center and stay in West Texas. Your charitable gift is put to good use in your community.

The therapists and staff hope that you or your loved one never needs the services provided at the PBRC.

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However, it is reassuring to know that the PBRC is close at hand when life presents challenges to your independence, health, quality of life, and opportunities for recovery. We continue what was started 61 years ago.

We invite the entire Permian Basin to join us in our work. We will continue to provide quality therapy services to our families and neighbors who deal with challenges and disabilities. Please show your support. Make your pledge today by calling 432–332–8244, or watch CBS7 and pledge during the Telethon. Your gift can make a difference in the lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary challenges.

PBRC TELETHON: CONNECTED TO YOU Saturday, March 1, 7:00pm–11:00pm Sunday, March 2, 1:00pm–6:00pm For more information or to make a pledge by phone, call 432–332–8244 To donate online go to www.pbrehab.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pbrehab Get connected with the PBRC Telethon with the hashtag #pbrc2014 on your social media accounts. Get the latest news, share photos, join the discussion, and more.

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Continued from page 7 plasma and the other for fractionation, to be separated further into its many individual proteins for specialized medical use, such as coagulants, human albumin solutions, and immunoglobulins.

substances in plasma to form a clot to stanch the bleeding. Platelets, when exposed to air, also help a scab to form over the wound. The donation of platelets is critical in medicine because they can be stored outside the body for only five days. Cancer and transplant patients, traumatic injury or burn victims, and open heart surgery patients are examples of people who require platelet transfusions.

Platelets, the smallest of the blood cells, help control bleeding. They have There’s one more type a short life, surviving The donation of platelets is critical in of apheresis procedure only about ten days in medicine because they can be stored to mention briefly, that the circulatory system outside the body for only five days. of double red blood cell before being removed donation. It’s similar to by the spleen. How they a conventional whole blood donation, except the work is truly fascinating. These plate-shaped cells apheresis machine is used to extract two units benignly travel through the body until a blood vesof red blood cells and then returns your plasma sel becomes damaged (when you get a cut). Plateand platelets back to you. Red cells are the most lets then receive a signal from the damaged vessel transfused blood component, which means that and collect at the site to go to work. When they the demand is great, especially from Type O and become “activated” by this signal, platelets change Rh-negative donors. Potential donors need to meet their form; they morph into a spider-like shape—a slightly higher hemoglobin and body height/weight rounded body with long legs, or tentacles. Becomrequirements than other donors. ing sticky and using their spider “legs,” these cells bind themselves to each other to plug any breaks If you have Type AB blood, you may get the royal in the blood vessel. At the same time they activate treatment when you donate, because your blood is rare (only about 4% of the population has Type AB), and your plasma is the universal one; it will work with anyone, regardless of blood type. They really want your blood.

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Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. You cannot have taken aspirin within 48 hours of donating.

To donate via apheresis, you must pass a medical exam and extensive medical screening. You can’t test positive for hepatitis nor HIV, and your daily diet should include 50 to 80 grams of protein. Plasma and platelets can be collected simultaneously; however, you can donate platelets more frequently (up to 24 times a year) than plasma (up to 13 times a year). There are a few more things to consider, and the blood donation center will be happy to fill you in.

Donating blood is easy. You relax while the blood is collected; then get a snack and take it easy for the rest of the day. The demand for donated blood is always high, and someone out there will be very grateful they survived because they received your blood. Who would ever think it’s this easy to save lives? an apple a day february 2014 15

Continued from page 11 Here are ways to eat healthfully that you might want to consider: • Plan for the occasion when you’ll allow yourself to indulge. You know it’s going to happen, so take that into account when planning your week’s meals. Once you know in advance that you’re going to be indulged on a specific occasion, then you can hold off from those other times when you might not want to resist.

• Don’t go to a buffet restaurant. If you can’t avoid it—church suppers, a family get-together—then circle around the buffet table before filling your plate. Get an idea of what’s there so you can make better food choices.

• Avoid foods that are high in sodium. Those foods cause the body to retain water which makes the heart work harder.

• Eat more low-fat fish and skinless chicken and less red meat.

• Don’t indulge in alcoholic beverages. They are high in calories and can increase your appetite.

Plus, you won’t care what you eat when you’re inebriated.

Healthy exercising is one of the best things you can do for a healthy heart: • Exercise boosts good cholesterol which then acts as a vacuum in our arteries and cleans up the bad cholesterol. Exercise also strengthens the heart, lowers blood pressure, aids in weight control, and helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.

• Thirty minutes of daily exercise that’s strong enough to make you get red in the face and sweaty is your goal. Some simple steps include parking further away and walking, taking the stairs, walking around the mall before you start shopping, or going for an after-dinner walk with your family.

• As with so many issues, if it’s made to be a priority—if you make it important—then it will happen.

Be happy—mental health is everything: • Maintaining a positive outlook and attitude is good for your heart. Stress is strongly associated with premature heart disease. Pessimistic people tend to be overweight, less active, and more likely to have high blood pressure.

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Reduce your stress levels by practicing stress management techniques.

• Because stress takes a toll on health, it’s important to know the warning signs. Symptoms are wide-ranging and can include fatigue; headache; upset stomach; teeth grinding; pounding heart; shoulder, neck, or back pain; irritability; insomnia; anxiety; depression; and forgetfulness.

• Reduce your stress levels by practicing stress management techniques. Some of them include planning ahead; not procrastinating or leaving everything to be done at the last minute; helping others; laughing; learning to say no to commitments you don’t have time for; creating a daily gratitude list; or talking to a physician, minister, or counselor if you’re overwhelmed by stress or sad feelings.

Other excellent ways to cope with stress include: • Mind-body exercises such as meditation, deep breathing, or progressive relaxation • Exercising regularly • Getting 7-8 hours of sleep each night • Reducing caffeine intake • Following a heart-healthy diet • Surrounding yourself with positive people • Changing your reaction to stressful events • Seeking help from a professional

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One of the screenings offered is an AngioScreen. This is a simple, non-invasive vascular screening designed to provide you with information about your circulation and your risk of heart disease or stroke. Providing you with immediate clear results with a consultation regarding your vascular condition is the first step in helping you lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

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Continued from page 13 by the smell of freshly cooked hibachi dishes.

The jade boat in this location is something to see. It took several men to carry it into the restaurant, according to the owners. It was also the inspiration for the Osaka Boat in the Midland location.

Osaka is excited about the new location going up on Faudree Road in Odessa. “So far it seems like a dream come true,” says Ogle, who won “Business Woman Of The Year” according to the SBA. The Osaka family does not want to say too much about the new location going up on Faudree, but they are hoping to have the construction completed by the end of the year. One thing they did mention was the theme—fire! What a tease!

This is also a very good place of employment. “We love what we do and offer flexible schedules to

students, mothers, and try to accommodate employees,” says Manriquez. He tries to pass on his culinary and hospitality knowledge to the younger generations.

“Our success is based on our motto, ‘we never say we can’t.’ And ‘just do it!’ is our way of operation and training employees,” says Ogle.

Osaka would like to thank the Permian Basin for making them the number one Japanese Restaurant in the Permian Basin according to the Odessa American.

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e are officially out of the honeymoon phase of our new year’s resolutions. About midFebruary is when I notice the biggest decrease in motivation with most people who are trying to incorporate healthy changes. The gym becomes less crowded as the enthusiasm for exercise fades. People overdo it in the beginning and either end up with burnout or injury. Those who decided to try a drastic diet have fallen off the wagon because it was either too restrictive or life stress got in the way. And then there are the committed few who have stuck it out and pushed through. They are still showing up for workouts and doing their best to eat right despite the fact they may have hit a plateau or lost a little of their excitement. They are no longer seeing the results they did in the first couple of weeks, and their motivation is dwindling. No matter which group you fall into, the information in this three-part series can help you refocus and make the adjustments you need to propel you forward in health.

While both diet and exercise are crucial to a healthy and disease-free life, weight loss will never happen if you do not address your nutrition.

What should you be eating? No matter which “diet” you are currently on, the one thing all of them have in common is eating plenty of vegetables and some fruit. Most of you would agree this is something you need to address. But why are these foods so important? While the focus is usually on lean protein and healthy fats, fruits and veggies are where you get the necessary vitamins and minerals (micro-nutrients) that keep your body healthy and functioning properly.

Why not just take a multi-vitamin and bypass having to eat veggies and fruits, you ask? One reason is that whole foods contain the proper ratio of micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) in a readily absorbable form. Also, the fiber content of the food acts as the “time-release” ingredient that allows your

body the optimal time needed to absorb everything more efficiently. As recently reported by the media, research is showing that multi-vitamins do not contain the right combinations or usable forms of micro-nutrients, resulting in your body passing them through your system without getting any benefit. It is possible to get all of the necessary vitamins and minerals (micro-nutrients) through eating real food, but you must eat a wide variety of fruits and veggies to ensure you’re getting everything you need daily.

How do you know if you are getting enough? Color your plate!

A tool I use with clients to determine if they are getting enough vitamins and minerals in their daily diet is a photo diary. I encourage you to try this.

For one day, take a picture with your phone of every meal/snack you eat. At the end of the day, take note of how many colors were on your plate.

Was your food mainly brown or white (as in meat, potatoes, grains…)? Or did you have largely “green” as your veggie color?

While “green” is good, you need all the colors of the rainbow to make sure you are getting all of the necessary vitamins and minerals your body needs daily. And I’m not talking about Skittles! The more vibrant the color, the more micro-nutrients the food contains. An easy way to make sure you are getting plenty of color on your plate every day is through soups (check out my go-to recipe for adding color to my plate on page 24). By focusing on coloring your plate, you will not only be getting all of the micro-nutrients you need, but also plenty of fiber which will help you in your weight loss efforts. Feel free to post your colorful plate (or lack thereof) pictures on my Facebook blog.

Special thanks to this month’s contributor: Kim Clinkenbeard, CPT, FNS getfitwithkim@cableone.net

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woof, woof!

the dog blog by mindy

Keliree Mitchell founded Petspotters, a Facebook site dedicated to connecting lost pets with their owners after losing her own pet Chihuahua, Mindy. Woof, Woof! represents stories related to this site and is dedicated to Mindy.

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t’s just a dog.” That is a phrase I really don’t want to hear again. Telling someone their lost best friend is “just a dog” is like saying the Heart of the Ocean Sapphire is just a necklace. Dogs are special to those who love them like family.

If you are the type of owner that keeps the dog in the backyard, only to see them for two minutes a day to feed it, then to you, it may be just a dog.

But to that dog in the backyard, you are more than just a human. You are the reason they get so excited. You are the reason they wait all day to see you for two minutes and those two minutes mean more to them than they ever will to you. You are their family even if they are just a dog to you.

When you have lost your best friend, the last thing you want to hear from someone is “get another one.” That is worse than saying it’s just a dog. Yes, you can get another one to add to your family, but the lost one will not be replaced. You have to take the necessary time for your family to grieve your loss. For some it may take a much longer period of time than for others so don’t pressure yourself to make hasty decisions to get another pet. You can’t replace the one you lost; you can only build a new relationship with your new pet.

The last thing I want to hear from someone is that I am spending too much money on my sick pet. It’s my money and my pet and I reserve the right to

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spend my money on my sick pet. My girl Missy is still sick and I have been told the symptoms to be aware of if she is in pain or near the end of her life.

Until then, I will not put her down. For people to suggest that to me is simply rude and very assuming. Missy is almost 16 years old and she has her good days and her bad days.

As long as she isn’t suffering and still has good days, I don’t plan to put her down. I do plan to let her live as long as she can live and I do plan to spend all the money I want to help her be comfortable.

I love my dogs just as I love my family. Of course, my family is more important than anything in the world to me, but when I lost my dog Mindy, I never expected the broken heart that I had. You see, maybe back then, I thought it was just a dog and I could just get another one. As I reflect back, I understand my lost dog Mindy and my sick girl Missy, and my boy Mickey, they are my family too.

The next time I hear it’s just a dog; I will just smile because I know they just don’t understand.

-Unknown Author from a poem “Just a Dog” Special thanks to this month’s contributor: Keliree Mitchell Founder, Petspotters www.facebook.com/petspotters

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ave you ever wondered which beauty products you should splurge on and which ones you should save money on by buying discount versions of at the drugstore? The trick to great beauty product budget balance is to mix and match. Sure, you might want to splurge on some products but not every product. You can get the same results for less money with inexpensive supplies!

SAVE YOUR MONEY ON EYELINER, SPEND YOUR MONEY ON EYESHADOW Since most of today’s eyeliner pencils are made from nothing but colored wax, it’s not necessary for you to spend $20 on eyeliner from the department store when you can get the same thing for under $5 at your local drugstore. If you prefer liquid eyeliner, you can get a cheap and effective version anywhere.

However, when it comes to eyeshadow it’s best to spend a little bit more. A more expensive shadow will likely stay on longer and not fade quickly. In addition, most expensive brands offer richer colors.

If you still don’t want to buy expensive eyeshadow, here’s a quick tip! Simply splurge on a small tube of M.A.C. Paints (which is an eyeshadow primer) and use the cheap eyeshadow over it. It will help it stay in place for hours and hours and you’ll not need to spend a fortune!

SAVE ON CLEANSERS AND MOISTURIZERS Sometimes you think to get younger-looking skin or clearer skin, you need to buy only the best and most expensive cosmetics brands of cleansers and moisturizers. However, most dermatologists agree you can get great results with drugstore brands. The job of a cleanser is to remove excess oil and dirt, and drugstore brands like Cetaphil and Purpose Gentle can do just that, very effectively.

There is no need for the extra ingredients to get the job done! The thing to remember with moisturizers is you’ll need two (one for your body and one for

Most dermatologists agree you can get great results with drugstore brands.

your face). Your face might need an oily formula while you may have dry body skin. There’s no need to spend a bundle on designer brands of lotion. You can get great lotions for both the face and body from trusted drugstore brands like Olay.

SAVE ON SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER, SPEND YOUR CASH ON BLOWDRYERS Your salon professional might not want you to know this, but there is no reason you need to spend loads of cash on shampoo and conditioner. There are plenty of drugstore brands that can get the job done just as well as the fancy salon finds. In fact, you may even get better results with the wholesale priced drugstore finds. Since brands like L’Oreal and Pantene sell in bulk and in great quantities to drugstores, they have the means to put billions of dollars into product research and development.

So, you might actually be getting higher quality at a much lower price. However, when it comes to blowdryers you may want to splurge a bit. The new ionic dryers can help you not only cut down on your drying time but also cut down on the heat exposure. You can find the best dryers online, at your salon, or at your nearby beauty supply outlet.

SAVE ON SHAVING, SPEND ON NAILS When it comes to shaving and hair removal, you can certainly save a lot of money by doing it yourself. Sure, it may be quite a pain in the neck, but the money you save will let you get a massage to ease the pain! If you hate to shave and prefer waxing, think about using a hair removal cream on your legs and other areas instead. This is a painfree method you can do yourself at home and the results are fantastic! As far as nails go, save your cash by doing your own at-home manicure and pedicure. However, if you like fake nails be sure to only let professionals do that task. Otherwise you’ll end up losing press-on nails left and right.

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Rainbow Soup

by Kim Clinkenbeard, CPT, FNS Making a large pot of veggie soup every week not only ensures that you have a quick meal or side dish, but also that you eat a variety of micronutrient-rich veggies daily. Rotate the vegetables in the soup, change the spices, add a protein, or add a starch to keep it interesting.

Soups are an excellent way to use leftovers and experiment with new vegetables, too.

1/2 cup dried large lima beans (couple of handfuls) 1/4 cup dried adzuki beans, lentils, or white beans (small handful) 1/2 cup frozen green peas Any other leftover veggies you have 4 cups organic low-sodium veggie or chicken broth 4–5 cups water Salt and pepper to taste Fresh or canned organic tomatoes, large or small can; whatever you have

1 zucchini 1 yellow squash 1 butternut squash 1 green bell pepper 1 red bell pepper 2 cups baby carrots 1 head of bok choy (or other cabbage) 1 onion Leafy greens such as kale, collards, Swiss chard, spinach (rough chop) 1 lemon, juiced

Chop all the veggies about the same size. (The smaller the veggies are chopped, the quicker they cook.)

Place the chopped veggies and all other ingredients in a large stockpot or crock pot, being careful to not over-fill the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and continue cooking 2–4 hours, until the veggies get soft but not mushy. If you are using a crock pot, you can cook the soup all day on low (6–8 hours) and it will be ready when you get home. All the veggies and their amounts are approximated and optional.

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