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Wellness For Life

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24 5 Ideal Protein for Ideal Weight Loss 6 Winter Workouts 8 A New Vision 11 Health Happens Every Day

12 In Pursuit of Perfection

14 Friends and Fans 20 Get Fit with Kim: A Fresh Start 23 Health & Beauty: Look Your Best 24 Recipe: When In Doubt, Roast it!

ON THE COVER Dr. Rutherford prides himself on not only being able to provide everything in one place for his dentistry patients, but also on providing these treatments at the highest quality and as efficiently as possible.

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Ideal Protein for Ideal Weight Loss

by Dr. Edward Rowland

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f you’ve added some extra pounds during the holidays, want to look great in that little black dress or tuxedo for Valentine’s Day, or simply don’t like the way you look and feel, there is help.

The staff at Rowland Chiropractic Clinic recommend the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method and products.

They know it works, because they’ve each used it to lose up to thirty pounds.

Dr. Rowland became aware of the Ideal Protein system while visiting a chiropractic school classmate in Kerrville. Under the leadership of Wilson Chiropractic Clinic, Kerrville dieters have lost well in excess of 40,000 lbs. Dr. Rowland decided this would be a great help to the many patients of all ages who need to lose weight.

The Ideal Protein system and foods are available exclusively from Ideal Protein approved Health Care Professionals and trained coaches. With the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method, you will not only see results, but you will also be provided with valuable educational nutrition knowledge to help you sustain your results on a long term basis.

The Ideal Protein system is based on sound science and on two decades of experience. The reasoning behind it is simple.

The system was first developed over two decades ago by Dr. Tran Tien Chanh, a medical doctor who focused his career and research on nutrition, with a particular emphasis on the treatment of obesity and obesity related issues. He tried putting his patients on different diets, but noted that most of them really didn’t work, so he developed his own.

The protocol has continually evolved and improved over the years through research. It is now the recommended weight loss method in over 3,000 professional establishments worldwide. In addition to Dr. Tien Chanh’s leadership, it is developed and endorsed by medical doctors and supported by comprehensive guidelines and tools.

The body has three stored sources of energy from which it draws to meet its metabolic needs— carbohydrates, muscle, and fat. First, the body uses carbs stored in the body. Once that is used up, it then turns to both fat and muscle mass, burning that for energy. The Ideal Protein diet first limits Continued on page 16 an apple a day january 2016

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WINTER WORKOUTS

by Joy H. Coleman

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he shorter days of wintertime have always side-tracked my workouts. It gets darker earlier and I really want to go directly home and not go outside for my daily walk. I want to become one with the sofa with a nice hot drink. No wonder my weight goes up and my attitude goes down in the winter! Whatever you do, don’t give up your exercise program completely during the winter. Here’s how to keep up your routine by making a few adjustments and taking a few precautions.

WEAR LAYERS Cold-weather exercise clothes need to keep you warm and allow sweat to escape. Layers are best so you can shed and put them on as needed to stay comfortable. Next to your skin wear underwear and socks made of a synthetic fabric that wicks moisture away from your skin. Avoid wearing cotton which retains sweat and loses its insulating power.

Next layer is wool or a lightweight synthetic fleece because it also wicks moisture, but isn’t ideal for direct contact with the skin. The outer layer is a wind and water-resistant jacket (nylon or Gore-Tex).

A full-front zipper and a back vent flap will help release excess heat and sweat. Avoid wearing jeans or cotton sweatpants as your outer layer because they can become wet and quickly drain your body heat. Finally wear a stocking cap and gloves for protection.

WARM UP Cold muscles are tight and easy to strain. Also, sudden exertion in cold air can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure or trigger asthma attacks in people prone to these problems. Begin with gentle stretching and movement. Hold a stretch one to two seconds and then come fully out of it. Repeat each stretch five to ten times.

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Spend about ten minutes walking, jogging in place, doing jumping jacks or push-ups, speed house chores, all gradually working the muscles and joints through the movements you’ll be doing vigorously outdoors. After your workout, cool down for ten minutes by walking slower until your heartbeat drops close to its resting rate.

STAY HYDRATED It just as easy to become dehydrated in cold as hot weather. This will impair your body-heat regulation.

Generally speaking, drink about one or two cups of water before starting. During the workout take in a much fluid as lost in perspiration. For example: drink about one cup every twenty minutes if you’re sweating a lot.

SAFETY • Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from wind and the glare of the sun.

• Protect your skin with sunscreen on all exposed areas and wear medicated lip balm on your lips.

• Don’t overexert yourself, particularly if you are out of shape. Cold weather adds extra stress on your body when you exercise, draining your energy more quickly than in normal temperatures.

• Take a cell phone or a buddy along with you.

• Asthmatics can wear a scarf or ski mask over your lower face to keep the air you breathe in slightly humidified and possibly prevent an attack.

• Wear reflective clothing if it’s dark outside.

INDOOR OPTIONS • You don’t have to belong to a gym. Go mall walking at an indoor shopping center or use home exercise equipment to stay in shape.

• Use a stationary bike, a stair climber, a treadmill, or even light weights to help you stay on your exercise program.

• If you have access to stairs, set a goal to do five flights a day.

• There are any number of DVDs or videos with exercise programs to be completed in your own home. Try a new indoor activity—look at Tai Chi or yoga.

• Pick up soup cans or baskets of laundry for an upper body strength challenge.

• Turn on the tunes and dance!

• Jump rope and hula hoops are not just for your kids—use them yourself.

No matter the kind of exercise you choose, the most important thing is to keep active and get at least thirty minutes of moderate intensity physical activity most days of the week.

OUTDOOR WALKING TIPS Walking can be a very effective workout. A fast walker will burn more calories per minute walking the same distance as a slow runner. The best results are when you walk at what’s called the “break point”—the speed where you’re about to break into a run. For most of us that’s about five miles an hour.

• Shorten your stride. Six inches between your front and back foot is optimal. Roll your feet heel to toe propelling your feet faster and working leg muscles more intensely.

• Bend your elbows. They should look like an “L” and swing like a pendulum. Stand up straight for full range of motion, and don’t let your arms cross.

• Interval train. Initially, speed up for a minute, then slow down for five, and then speed up again.

Those with certain health conditions, such as asthma, coronary heart disease, or diabetes should check with their doctor for more specific directions before exercising strenuously outdoors— even if they’ve been working out regularly in warm weather.

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A New Vision

by Alyssa L. Sinclair

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ary Hunt, of Hunt Advertising, created her first vision board about twenty-five years ago during a counseling workshop. She describes the process as being put in a room with a bunch of magazines, some scissors, glue, and poster board, and being told, “Whatever strikes you, put it on your board.” Today, she encourages her staff to explore this creative process in the Hunt Advertising conference room every year. Creating these vision boards is an opportunity for everyone to discover and set goals, both individually or as a group. It is something that everyone looks forward to, especially because it is so effective. “Nearly everything I put on the boards happens,” Mary told me. “Not necessarily in that year, but eventually.”

I have always loved collage and scrapbooking, but had never created a board in this way. I became curious about the process, and decided to make a vision board of my own. I began with one image in mind, a desk and a typewriter, because I know that in the next year my husband and I are trying to buy our first house.

I am writing my first novel, and pursuing a career in writing, so I would like to create a dedicated writing space in our home. I printed those two images out, and placed them in the center of the white rectangle. Beyond that, I didn’t have much direction.

I started flipping through magazines and was surprised to find myself drawn to images of gardens, plants, flowers, and fruit.

I realized that for the past two years I have been meaning to plant a vegetable and flower garden, and it is a goal that I have continually put aside. I also discovered that there are two trips I really want to take in the near future: one to the mountains, and another to the ocean. These are the places that make me feel most serene and inspired. I flipped back through some of the books I have read recently, and through notes in my journal, and found some of my favorite quotes. I realized I am drawn to quotes from Virginia Woolf’s work. I added some to my board, Continued on page 17 8 january 2016 an apple a day

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HEALTH HAPPENS EVERY DAY

by Carrie Holley-Hurt, Holistic Health Coach

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t’s January again, which means we are digging out our gym clothes and making proclamations about our intentions to get back on that wagon and lose those 10, 20, or 30 pounds. At least half of us will make some sort of New Year’s resolution. Although some of us will keep them, most of us won’t.

The main reason for this is that we view health in temporary terms and often strictly from superficial measures like weight. We think if we can lose those pounds, then we will be healthy and can return to our “normal” way of living. But health is not a timelimited goal; it is a way of life. Optimal health does usually mean a trimmer frame, but it also means good cognitive processing, freedom of movement, and a good supply of energy. In order to achieve these things and have them last throughout our lives, we need to view health as a way of life, a day-to-day process.

One group that exemplifies the idea of day-to-day health are those that live in what researchers call “blue zones.” Blue zones are areas in the world

where people routinely have healthy, active lives well into their hundreds. Despite geographic and cultural differences, those living in the blue zones have shared behaviors that lead to their longevity; namely diet, movement, and stress management.

This is borne out in research as we now know that lifestyle, far more than our genetics, determine our longevity. If we want to have a healthy life like those in blue zones, we need to emphasizes our daily food choices, movement, and stress management.

FOOD FOR LIFE We most associate food with healthy living, but we often only view if from a caloric standpoint.

However, this is a dangerously simple understanding of health. We are made up of trillions of cells that need to be nourished in order to do their amazing and complex job. When we see health as just a matter of inputs versus outputs, we often sacrifice the nutrients our body needs to fuel all those cells.

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In Pursuit of Perfection

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by Alyssa L. Sinclair

r. Robin Rutherford is not your average dentist, nor is his dental practice in Odessa, Texas, typical.

As a dentist, Dr. Rutherford goes above and beyond in all areas, including advanced education, experience, and the types of dental care he provides. His approach to patient care is thoughtful and considerate, as he strives to make visits to the dentist as efficient and as easy as possible for all of his patients, who travel from both near and far, and present a wide variety of needs.

of education he travels all over the country to seek out the best teachers. This includes, for example, seventeen trips to Miami for a Master’s Series by the Dental Implant Association, where Dr. Rutherford learned from the best of the best in the dentistry field. He is constantly exploring new trainings and workshops to build upon his skills and knowledge, and requires his staff to do the same.

In addition to education, experience is invaluable when it comes to your dentist’s skill and ability.

Dr. Rutherford used an apt analogy of learning to Dr. Rutherford told me that advanced education drive as we discussed this. The more experienced is a primary criterion potential patients should driver is, of course, most trustworthy, even if a new look for when selecting a dentist. When it comes driver may have confidence. Dr. Rutherford’s exto advanced dentistry, tensive experience is Dr. Rutherford prides himself on not such as caring for demonstrated by his periodontal health, many accolades, inonly being able to provide everything sedation dentistry, or cluding being featured in one place for his patients, but also on cosmetic dentistry, as a Super Dentist in providing these treatments at the many general dentists Texas Monthly magahighest quality and as efficiently will refer patients out zine for multiple years as possible. to specialists because in a row. This honor is they do not have the chosen by first surveynecessary education or experience. Referrals require ing doctors around the state, and asking them to additional appointments and hassle on the patient’s whom they would refer their own family members, side. Dr. Rutherford prides himself on not only beyond their own practice, in addition to research. being able to provide everything in one place for The fact that Dr. Rutherford has been nominated his patients, but also on providing these treatments continuously attests to the respect he has earned at the highest quality and as efficiently as possible. in the medical field. Dr. Rutherford was also asked With implants, for example, he is able to place the to co-author a book titled, A Cup of Coffee with 10 implant himself rather than referring patients to of the Top Cosmetic Dentists in the US. This book an oral surgeon, before placing the crown on top, features ten top dentists in ten chapters, with Dr. creating a natural-looking replacement for a lost Rutherford’s chapter coming first. This chapter distooth. “I don’t want to be average,” he told me, “I cusses what patients should look for when selectwant to be really, really good in implants, cosmetics ing a cosmetic dentist, with two major components and sedation…I live to learn.” This is proven by the being education and experience. This book answers extent to which he pursues advanced education many common questions about cosmetic dentistry, in his field. While the state of Texas requires just and was an Amazon bestseller in 2015.

12 hours of continuing education per year for a dentist to maintain licensure, Dr. Rutherford has this When we spoke, Dr. Rutherford explained to me the year and in previous years completed 150 hours complexities and importance of cosmetic dentistry. of advanced education. To complete this amount Although many people may think of plastic surgery

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Dr. Rutherford and staff as the first option for reducing an aged appearance, it is incredible how much of a difference cosmetic dentistry can make in creating a more glowing, confident appearance. Improving one’s smile can make a drastic difference in youthfulness, positive self-image, and happiness. For the amount of time and money, loving your smile is a great investment.

When Dr. Rutherford began advertising and offering sedation fifteen years ago, it truly changed the accessibility of cosmetic dentistry for many people.

He began seeing patients with many areas of their smile that could use improvement or treatment, who perhaps had been avoiding the dentist for years because of anxiety or fear. Sedation, which does not require anesthesia or needles, is taken in the form of a pill and puts the patient in a conscious, deeply relaxed state where they may fall asleep.

Sedation dentistry allows for faster, pain-free, and anxiety-free treatment. With sedation, most patients remember little of the appointment, which is perfect for anyone who dreads the dentist. Dr. Rutherford emphasized to me that he can often drastically improve a patient’s smile in as little as one to four appointments; cosmetic dentistry does not have to be a huge time commitment or inconvenience.

Common requests that he sees from cosmetic patients include straighter, whiter teeth. His website, GentleDentalDoc.com, includes before and after pictures of his patients with beautiful results.

Dr. Rutherford’s website is a great resource for potential clients with information about general, advanced, and cosmetic dentistry, technology, and Dr. Rutherford’s personal and professional background. He told me that he encourages potential patients to make informed, educated decisions about their dental care, and that he has set up his website to provide as much information as possible. Dr. Rutherford sees patients of all ages and from a wide geographical area. His recent book also provides a lot of information about what to know, consider, and expect when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. It is very common for teeth to look more worn, discolored, or uneven with age. Even with the recent downturn in the local economy, people are continuing to want to improve their teeth. If you have ever felt you wanted to better your smile, but just didn’t know where to start or what to expect, take a look at Dr. Rutherford’s informative site.

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Friends and Fans

by Tatum Hubbard

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ecently I ran across an article on Facebook that was titled “A Letter to my Daughter.” It was such an interesting read and I love the idea of taking a few minutes to share your heart with the people in your life. This month I want to do that with our Studio 7 viewers. So here goes!

Dear Friends, I can’t believe it’s been two years since we started this incredible journey. This “season” of my life has by far been the most hectic and most rewarding yet. Today I just want to take a few minutes to thank you for a being part of my dream and share some of the vision our team has for 2016.

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As most of you know, we’ve expanded the show so that you can always catch Studio 7 on Mondays at 4:30. But now, you can also enjoy a “Daily Dose” of inspiration every week day during CBS 7 News at 4:30. We are so grateful to our team at CBS 7 for allowing us this opportunity. We want to connect with you guys as often as we can—so we can keep sharing ideas and information.

On that note, we hope you’re all following us on Facebook and Instagram. And starting in 2016—get ready for even more Studio 7 goodies on Pinterest. Whether it’s cooking segments, Do-ItYourself projects, or discussions about relationships, we want you to have plenty of ways to enjoy and share the information. This year you can expect the same great content that you’ve become accustomed to seeing. And we’re expanding our team of expert contributors in order to offer you even more ideas with a wider variety of topics.

One of our big goals this year is to get more feedback and input from you! Please keep your eye out for the hashtags we’ll be suggesting so you can share your success stories with us. And if you have a problem (maybe you’re not quite sure how to decorate a space in your home or you need an organizational idea) we’d love to help. You can share a picture or ask a question on our Studio 7 Facebook page. Or use #helpmestudio7.

Finally a huge personal thanks to our entire Studio 7 team! The people who work behind the scenes as producers and directors, the creative and sales team and our contributors…you guys rock!

Here’s to a happy, healthy and inspired 2016!

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Continued from page 5 intake of sugars and simple carbohydrates to encourage use of the other two sources. Then it protects the muscle mass, which we don’t want to lose, by providing high biological protein foods to be used instead of muscle. The system works, and works well.

The Ideal Protein weight loss method is not a high protein diet. It simply offers a variety of good, quality, protein-based foods that are easily assimilated.

While fats are restricted, they are not eliminated because the right amount of the right types of fat is absolutely necessary for proper health. An essential part of the diet is the use of specific supplements to provide the necessary vitamins and minerals needed to stay healthy.

Protein packets for breakfast, lunch, and snacks and a meat or protein and vegetable dinner.

The second phase is a taper off phase which lasts for two weeks. It consists of Ideal Protein foods for breakfast and snacks, and a protein/meat and vegetable meal of your choice for lunch and dinner.

The third phase is a 14-day gradual reintroduction of healthy carbohydrates and fats in the morning.

Lunch and dinner meals stay the same as in the second phase.

The fourth and last phase is a maintenance plan based on a few simple principles to help you stay healthy while enjoying your new shape.

Ideal Protein strongly emphasizes education and provides you with the understanding and tools you need to not just get the weight off, but to keep it off.

The Ideal Protein System is medically supervised.

New dieters fill out an extensive health questionnaire which is reviewed by a doctor. The diet coach contacts the patient’s medical doctor at the start of the diet to not only notify the doctor of the diet, but also to review any medical problems which might complicate the weight loss.

During the weight loss phases, your Ideal Protein coach will provide you with weekly counseling, weighing and measurement sessions. She will also be available by phone for daily encouragement and to answer any questions.

The diet system goes through four phases. The first is the weight loss phase. Here you set your weight loss goals and begin the journey. It consists of Ideal

In addition to daily and weekly coaching, dieters also get access to the My Ideal Protein TV website. The site contains wonderful daily inspirational videos, recipes, cooking videos, an exercise program, and other helpful information.

Ideal Protein strongly emphasizes education and provides you with the understanding and tools you need to not just get the weight off, but to keep it off.

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Both Dr. Rowland and Ellen Clark, the diet coach, have used the Ideal Protein diet system. Mrs. Clark lost thirty pounds on the diet, and was so enthused she became a diet coach. Dr. Rowland lost ten pounds, which was his goal.

For more information about the Ideal Protein Diet system, contact Ellen Clark at Rowland Chiropractic Clinic at Santa Fe Square in Odessa or call her at 432–617–4564.

You can also visit the ideal protein website at www.idealprotein.com.

Hunt Advertising staff with their vision boards

“What images embody where I want to be, what I want to do, and who I want to be in the next year? What do I want to achieve or create?”

Continued from page 8 and now intend to read more of her books. Finally, I decided to add some images of famous writers at work. I found an image of Toni Morrison writing in her pajamas, of Oliver Sacks writing on the side of a road and in a train station, and Simone de Beauvoir and Gabriel Garcia Marquez at their desks, all to remind myself of how writing is an ongoing process and requires day-to-day dedication and consistency.

There is something about putting your dreams into tangible, visual form that makes them come to life, and take on a quality of imminent importance. I think it is the process of identifying and organizing your intentions that puts them closer within your reach.

We may have many goals and intentions swimming somewhere in the backs of our minds, but when we deliberately sit down, and allow ourselves to be inspired, it becomes clear what our true priorities are. Suddenly, there is something specific to achieve, and probably it is something that we have been meaning to do for a while. Additionally, vision boards allow us to focus on imagery, which can be far more complex and motivating than the typical guilt-ridden New Year resolutions, like losing a certain amount of weight. The resulting collage is something that you can refer back to again and again to keep you on track.

Mary shared with me a number of success stories resulting from the creation of vision boards. Ten years ago, she imagined a new building for her company. This goal has now been achieved in Odessa, Texas. In 2014, she put a dream vacation to Manhattan with her family on a board, and

they ended up taking that trip this year. She described one of the biggest success stories as starting when her graphic artist, a West Texas man, created a vision board that was filled with images of camping, mountain ranges, streams, and other outdoor images centered on a natural environment that does not exist in West Texas. Six months after creating his board, he decided to move to Idaho.

He told Mary that he realized that if he was going to create his dream life, he had to take action sooner rather than later.

The start of the New Year is a wonderful time to set intentions for the next twelve months. Instead of the usual New Year’s resolutions, which often fall to the wayside after a few months, create a vision board and place it in a highly visible place in your work space or at home. To begin, gather up a few magazines. You can also print out images from the Internet. You will need a poster board, a glue stick, and some scissors. Pull out or print out any image, words or phrases that inspire you. Don’t think too hard about it as you begin to accumulate a pile of images and words. Once you feel ready to begin arranging, don’t worry too much about including everything. As part of the creative process, you may throw out some of your pile. Encourage yourself to wonder, “What images embody where I want to be, what I want to do, and who I want to be in the next year? What do I want to achieve or create?” Trust that you will be drawn to what is important, and that your intuition will help guide you in the right direction. Finally, collage your images together—it can be as organized or as messy as you want. This is all about you and your future! You may even be surprised by what you come up with. an apple a day january 2016 17

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Continued from page 11 While there are many diets to choose from, the diets that best promote overall health, as opposed to just weight loss, tend to have real or whole foods as their common thread. Simply put, eat foods that have been processed as little as possible, such as fresh vegetables and grassraised, antibiotic-free meat and other animal products. When buying packaged food, read labels and put down anything that contain any ingredients your can’t pronounce.

If you can’t read it, your body probably can’t digest it well.

undermines our healthy practices and invites disease and inflammation into the body. Bluezone living reduces stress by fostering healthy connections to community. Most of us were not born into strong communities, so we have to create them. This may mean reaching out to coworkers or fellow church goers or striking up a conversation with a neighbor. We need connections that we can lay some of our burdens down.

But health is not a time-limited goal; it is a way of life.

MOVE! We know exercise is important. It regulates our metabolism and blood sugar, protects our bones, and even helps us deal with stress. However, very few of us exercise as much as we should. The barrier between us and exercising is often a mental one.

We think we need expensive gym memberships or equipment and lots of time to work out. People in blue zones move as a way of life; they walk daily and live without as many labor-saving conveniences that reduce movement. For those of us not willing to hand-mill our own grains for flour, we can still take a page from the blue zones and make walking a greater part of our life. Walking can be a great alternative to driving, and while that can be more difficult in some cities, you can always walk to your neighbor’s house or, better yet, walk with your neighbor around your neighborhood.

You don’t need expensive or bulky exercise equipment. Instead of sitting on your couch and watching TV until you go to sleep, get on your floor and do some strength training, and then follow up by stretching to encourage flexibility.

The more you move, the more your body craves movement. Remember, movement today means movement in the future, a key element of longterm independence.

MAKE STRESS MANAGEMENT A PRIORITY Stress is often the biggest hurdle to our health.

Just the thought of stress management can seem overwhelming and stressful. However, stress

In addition to community, there are small things we can do throughout our day to reduce stress.

• Place limits on when you will check and respond to messages. By setting a time each day to tend to your text messages and emails, you are taking control of your schedule and removing the stress that builds from reacting to issues all day long.

• Breathe! It seems so simple, but we honestly don’t do it enough, and it is so important to our health. Breathing helps to calm our nervous system’s stress response. Practicing deep breathing several times throughout your day gives your body a break from stress responses and clears your head. A simple method is to take a deep breath in through your nose for a count of four, hold it for seven, and than release it through your nose for eight.

• Practice gratitude on a daily basis. A University of California San Diego School of Medicine study has shown that people can reverse damage to their heart by just taking a few minutes every day to write down two or three things they are grateful for. This practice reduces stress, a main factor in inflammation.

Americans spend over 100 billion dollars every year buying books and products to become healthy. But health is wrongly viewed as a goal to be obtained rather than a way of life. If we want to feel good and have our bodies function well long into the future, we must wake up every day resolving to do the work necessary to take care of our amazing bodies.

For more information, contact Carrie Holley-Hurt online at carrieholleyhurt.com.

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A FRESH START

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rom juice fasts to colon cleanses, detox diets and purges are all the rage with those looking to lose weight or kick-start a healthy lifestyle. But some of these therapies aren’t as healthful as they may seem.

Detoxification, or the practice of ridding the body of toxic or harmful substances, is promoted on countless websites and magazines, and endorsed by a host of celebrities. Advocates of detox therapies and cleanses start with the premise that the body accumulates toxins that can cause cancer and other diseases. The claim is that regularly cleansing oneself of toxins reduces the risk of disease which in turn leads to good health, radiant skin, weight loss, and increased energy.

What is a toxin anyway? Anything you consume or breathe that is not a nutrient for the health of your body is a toxin (poison); a natural or man-made toxin. Air pollutants, alcohol, drugs, medicines, chemicals, nicotine found inside of tobacco leaves, E. coli and Salmonella are all toxins; so is the metabolic waste produced by cells inside the human body. Your body can accumulate both natural and manmade toxins when you ingest food and water and when you breathe.

However, drinking a juice or tea, or undergoing an internal cleanse isn’t going to help your body get rid of these toxins any faster or more effectively, according to research at Columbia University in New York. The body is well equipped to get rid of toxins all on its own.

Dramatically limiting food intake through fasting or extreme dieting can also put a lot of stress on a person’s bodily systems and even cause some serious medical conditions.

However, our livers and kidneys, if healthy, do a great job of cleansing our bodies on a daily basis without the need to stress our bodies with restrictive and sometimes dangerous fasts and cleanses.

The main organ that helps in the detoxification process is the liver. Everything you breathe or swallow that is broken down and absorbed into the bloodstream passes through the liver which then regulates, synthesizes, stores, and secretes many important proteins and nutrients to the body. The 20 january 2016 an apple a day

liver’s job is also to purify, transform, and clear toxic or unneeded substances out of the body.

Many detoxification products claim to “cleanse” the liver, but in healthy individuals, the liver is not a place where toxins are stored. Rather, the liver turns potentially harmful chemicals into water-soluble chemicals that can be sweated or excreted from the body in healthy individuals. Exceptions to this rule are those with certain liver conditions—such as viral hepatitis (hepatitis A, B or C) or alcohol-

induced liver disease—who may not have healthy livers. In this instance, toxic substances can possibly accumulate in their bodies. But there is no scientific evidence that detox diets or liver cleanses help treat liver disease.

Colon cleanses, fasting, juicing, drinking an herbal solution, or eating a raw diet are other detox therapies promoted by health food stores and magazines. However, studies have not shown that particular foods or herbs are effective at pulling toxins from the blood or organs. What these “diets” can do is cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dramatic loss of electrolytes, dehydration, and loss of nutrients. Dramatically limiting food intake through fasting or extreme dieting can also put a lot of stress on a person’s bodily systems and even cause some serious medical conditions.

By now you have guessed that I am not a fan of these radical diets/therapies. But there is a healthy and very beneficial “detox” diet that I do recommend. This particular plan focuses on letting your digestive system heal by eating and drinking balanced meals that are easily digested.

This plan will reduce inflammation and gas, push out any undigested food, relieve constipation, and flood your body with the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients it’s been missing with all of the holiday foods and over-indulgence we subjected our bodies to since November. Say goodbye to belly bloat, gas, indigestion, fatigue, skin issues; and yes to weight loss, energy, and a kick-start to your healthy lifestyle this year. This particular class is on January 7th, and you will get the recipes and complete five-day plan! You can see details on my website. If you happen to miss this class, I do have a three-day detox plan available on my website that also helps heal the digestive system. Go to www.getfitwithkimtoday.com. Have a happy and healthy year!

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

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January 14th - “Knife Skills 101”

Start the year off right by learning and mastering skills that will help you save valuable time and money in the kitchen so you can make your family’s health a priority!

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Simple recipes that make you feel cozy and will keep them coming home.

January 28th - “Spa Day”

Learn all my beauty tips and tricks (recipes included) for healthy skin and hair. Good food is just as essential on the outside for your skin as it is on the inside. These recipes are part of my daily face and body routine—so you know they are super easy, fast, and much cheaper than store-bought.

Cost is $35. Payment and registration required prior to class. I accept all major credit cards, checks, and cash. To register and pay, or ask questions, contact me at 432–557–5001 or getfitwithkim@cableone.net. Classes are filling up quickly, so hurry and reserve your spot!

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appy New Year! What a wonderful time to take a few minutes to reflect on the year just past and to set goals to make this brand new year fulfilling and happy for ourselves and for those we care about. We think about ways we can accomplish more by better managing our daily schedules, thus allowing the flexibility to serve in our communities and in our churches. Many of us set health goals, like joining an exercise class.

January is an ideal time to expand one’s horizons by enrolling in a college class.

Nearly everyone wants to lose five pounds or more.

One friend confided that she had lost and regained that magical five pounds at least a hundred times.

practically any skirt, pants, or sweater in your closet.

Also every item you purchase should be of a color shade that is flattering to you. If yellow is the in color for the season but is not a good color for you, do not buy anything yellow. Hold a piece of fabric or clothing item next to your face and see how it makes your skin tones appear. Ask friends to help you decide what your most flattering colors are.

Notice what colors you are wearing when people tell you that you look great.

Frequently New Year’s resolutions are about spending money more wisely. One good place to focus is on the amount of money we spend on clothing and accessories.

Many of us are guilty of impulse buying. This kind of shopping results in closets that are bulging with lots of things. However, we end up with a hodgepodge of items that do not really coordinate. Therefore we can actually look at our closet or closets and feel we have nothing to wear. With thought and careful planning, you can spend less money yet have a lovely, flattering wardrobe that works for you and simplifies your life as far as dressing is concerned.

Never buy styles that are the current fad if they are not flattering to you. Clothes that do not work well for your body or your lifestyle will probably hang in your closet, unworn, until they are finally passed on to someone else. Remember a classic style that fits you well can be worn and enjoyed for many years when updated with jewelry and scarves. Knowing that you have planned your wardrobe and selected clothing that is both stylish and flattering helps any woman to be self confident and comfortable. So be willing to spend time and effort and money wisely as you shop for clothes.

Let’s look at some basics about organizing our wardrobe. Years ago I took a mini class called “Color Me Beautiful.” The instructor contended that every item of clothing you wear should be within the most flattering color palette for you so can be mixed or matched. That lovely silk blouse should work with

Next, choose your best neutrals. For many blondes, black is too harsh. A warm navy is a better choice.

If navy is your best neutral, you do not need to purchase black clothes or accessories, thus saving you a great deal of money. If brown or khaki make your skin appear sallow, do not buy those color shades. White is another wonderful basic color but is not for everyone. Many women look much better wearing a soft shade of ivory or staying with more vibrant colors.

And as you reflect on what 2016 will bring, include a prayer for peace and understanding among the people of this world.

Special thanks to this month’s contributor: Earlene Smith earlenes@cableone.net

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When In Doubt, Roast It!

by Kim Clinkenbeard, CPT, FNS

If you struggle with what to do with different vegetables, roasting is an easy and safe way to guarantee you will love them! Here’s what you do.

1. Preheat your oven to 425° F. 2. Line a rimmed baking sheet (jelly roll pan) with foil and then parchment paper. The foil will make clean-up a breeze, and the parchment paper will keep everything from sticking.

3. Layer a variety of chopped colorful veggies on the baking sheet.

Some of my favorites are zucchini, squash, Brussels sprouts, yellow onion, asparagus, all colors of bell pepper, and beets.

Potatoes, sweet potatoes, and carrots usually take longer to cook than the above mentioned veggies. So, cook them separately.

4. Season the veggies by lightly spraying them with a good quality extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, pepper, garlic, and other herbs like rosemary and thyme.

5. Roast the veggies until they are nice and crispy (about 20–40 minutes, depending on the size and quantity of the veggies).

6. Enjoy!

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