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Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note This month I wanted to start things off with new and modern changes in my life. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing more decorating to help my clients with a more peaceful space. Sometimes you just need a place to retreat. A room you love.

How are all of your New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions going? I am going strong with keeping my diet to less dairy and adding more avocado to most everything. Sometimes, I wonder how far can you go. A friend gave me a spritual book that mentions yogis can live off of fruit and nuts...now thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a challenge.

I am very pleased that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve decided to join us this month. This is our BIG Health Awareness issue. We have packed so much up-to-date information into these pages that this issue is just bursting with health! We have something for men and women of all ages. We contact local health professionals every month and are thankful that many have contributed to this issue. They are keenly aware of health concerns for this region (very important). We stay in touch with them so they can stay in touch with you. I think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find something here that can help you lead a healthier life. We hope that you share this special issue with friends and family, too.

Speaking of family, I try to keep mine active throughout these cold months.

My children are getting all psyched up to start the after school activites. I encourage you to try to find something to keep your children active and social.

Whether its gymnastics, dance, sport or just running around in circles, staying active keeps the body and mind healthy and developing.

To us adults with Super Bowl Sunday approaching equals food, food and even more food. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s so important to keep ourselves active, so it might be time to get a gym membership or start walking the malls again. Stay active!!! I hope you have a wonderful February and will touch base again in March.

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BRAIN HEALTH The brain is in charge of all the functions of our body.

By Joan Pleuss, R.D., C.D.E. Depending on where you are in the human life cycle, the term “brain health” will probably bring different images to mind. Those individuals on the latter segment of the life cycle may think of Alzheimer’s disease. People in the childbearing years of the cycle may think about the development of their child’s brain. Those attending school or busy with jobs might be thinking about being able to concentrate and solve problems better.

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The Mediterranean diet The Mediterranean diet appears to prevent decline in cognitive function in older people and reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and the progression of MCI to Alzheimer’s disease. Cognitive function is the process people use for remembering, reasoning, understanding, and using judgment.

It is the ability to think and make sense out of what is seen, heard, felt, and experienced, in order to solve problems. The Mediterranean diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, olive oil, legumes, whole grains and fish. It is currently unknown why this eating pattern may benefit the brain. It is speculated that it is because the Mediterranean diet improves cholesterol, blood sugar levels and blood vessel health, all of which reduce the risk of MCI and Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers of a recent study published in the Archives of Neurology analyzed the diet of over 2,000 New Yorkers who were age 65 years or older. They found that those people who didn’t develop Alzheimer’s disease had a diet that had low amounts of high-fat dairy products, red meat, organ meat, and butter. They also found that salad dressing, nuts, fish, poultry, tomatoes, fruits, and cruciferous (cabbage family) and dark green vegetables appeared to fight Alzheimer’s disease.

Vitamin D A study at Tufts University in Boston found that individuals who had sufficient vitamin D levels in their blood had higher cognitive performance on brain function tests than individuals with vitamin D levels in the deficient and insufficient categories. Vitamin D is found in fortified foods such as milk and breakfast cereals. The new recommendation for vitamin D is 600 IU for anyone age 70 or younger and 800 IU for those older than 70 years.

In view of the current knowledge that a brain-healthy diet reduces the risk of heart disease and diabetes, encourages good blood flow to the brain, and is low in fat and cholesterol, the Alzheimer’s Association recommends that everyone take action to combine physical and mental activity and social interaction with a brain-healthy diet.

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, a brain-healthy diet is one that manages body weight, reduces the amount of fat and cholesterol, increases the amount of protective food, and possibly includes certain vitamin supplements.

A study of 1,500 adults found that being obese during the middle years increased the likelihood of developing dementia later in life. If the individual also had high cholesterol and high blood pressure, the risk was six times higher for developing dementia.

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LAS I K Marc Hirsch,M.D In many instances, the laser can eliminate the need to wear glasses.

The use of lasers for this treatment has been in existence since the 1980â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Initially, the only procedure available was a called PRK(Photorefractive Keratectomy).

In this procedure, the surface of the outermost layer of the eye is removed and then the laser treatment is applied.

Over the next few days, the surface would heal.

Once the surface healed the effects of the laser could be appreciated.

PRK is an excellent procedure and is still used today in certain situations.

However, it has largely been replace by LASIK (laser-in-situ keratomileusis).

What is the difference? In LASIK, the surface layer is not removed. Instead a flap is created and reflected prior to the application of the laser. Once the laser is applied the flap is repositioned.

This allows for faster healing with significantly less discomfort compared to PRK. In addition, most patients can undergo the procedure on both eyes in the same day.

Many people have heard of LASIK and are aware that a laser is involved in the procedure. However, most people did not realize that until recently the only option for creating the initial flap was by using a rapid-oscillating metal blade. The use of a metal blade to create the initial flap is a tested and safe method for flap creation. However, the few complications that can occur during the procedure are usually related to a complication in the flap creation.

A recent improvement in safety has been the development of a laser to create the initial flap. The laser is an infrared beam that separates the tissue by using a process called photodisruption. Light pulses as short as one-quadrillionth of a second are used to divide material at the molecular level without any impact to the surrounding tissue. This laser is called a femtosecond laser and is made

by a company called Intralase. This is a completely different laser than the laser used for vision correction, which is called an excimer laser.

The major advancement in the femtosecond laser over the metal blade is safety. During a flap creation with a metal blade, the blade runs across the surface of the eye. This leads to the potential of inadvertently causing a corneal abrasion. In addition, there is possibility that the metal blade may cause an uneven cut across the cornea, the outer layer of the eye.

The femtosecond laser addresses these potential safety issues by creating the flap in a different manner. Rather than moving across the surface of the eye, the femtosecond laser is applied from directly above the eye. This method removes the potential of creating a corneal abrasion during flap creation. As mentioned this is a major safety improvement over the conventional oscillating metal blades.

A second improvement is the accuracy of the depth of the flap. The laser is programmed to apply the laser spots at a specific depth. This fixed depth aids in calculating the amount of treatment that is safe for a particular eye. The conventional metal blades are not quite as accurate as the femtosecond laser. This means that often the actual depth of the flap made by a mechanical blade may be different than the intended depth. While this translates into small micrometer changes in the flap thickness, it may be important to a patient who has a cornea

that may be too thin for their necessary treatment. In addition, it becomes quite important for the occasional retreatment that may need to be performed. The Intralase removes the variability in the flap thickness and improves the ability for delivering a safer treatment.

Some of the most devastating, but rare, complications occur when the metal blade does not perform a smooth flap creation. These complications in flap creation are contraindications for continuing the surgery, and may cause loss of vision. Certain anatomic features of the eye are felt to increase the risk of these complications, but all eyes are at least a very small risk of these occurrences. By using the femtosecond laser applied from above the eye, these complications are minimized. The flap dimensions are created by thousands of tiny microscopic bubbles consisting of carbon dioxide and water vapor.

The bubbles are placed at a precise depth with an accuracy that surpasses the mechanical oscillating blade and significantly minimizes, possibly removing, the chance of complications in the flap creation.

When patients are deciding whether to undergo laser vision correction, the safety and the accuracy of the procedure are the most important issues to consider. The use of the femtosecond laser is significant safety advancement. in an already extremely safe procedure.

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FEBRUARY IS “NATIONAL AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD) AWARENESS MONTH”

ARE YOU AT RISK FOR THE LEADING CAUSE OF CENTRAL VISION BLINDNESS AFTER AGE 50?

By Cheryl L. Dejewski Macular degeneration is a disease that profoundly impacts quality of life, independence and happiness. Learn the facts about how prompt diagnosis and advanced treatment can protect and preserve your vision for the future.

What is age-related macular degeneration (AMD)?

“AMD is an eye disease in which the macula, a highly sensitive area of the retina responsible for central and color vision (about the size of this “O”), is damaged.

There are two forms of AMD. Both cause loss of straight-ahead central vision (as needed for driving a car, reading fine print and recognizing faces) but, fortunately, not side vision,” explains Mark Freedman, MD, senior partner at Eye Care Specialists, a state leader in medical, surgical and laser ophthalmology services. “’Dry’ AMD is more common (90% of cases), progresses slowly, and is caused by a thinning of macular tissue. ‘Wet’ AMD is less common, can progress quickly, and is marked by the growth of abnormal new blood vessels under the macula, which can leak fluid and blood. This leakage can create scar tissue which causes blind spots and profound loss of sharp central vision. The earlier it is detected, the better the chances of preserving vision. Without treatment, about 70% of wet AMD patients become legally blind within two years.”

Am I at risk?

“Macular degeneration is the leading cause of central vision impairment in Americans over age 50. As baby boomers age and life expectancy increases, AMD is a growing health and economic concern,” warns Dr. Brett Rhode, Head of Ophthalmology at a major local hospital and private practitioner at Eye Care Specialists’ Milwaukee and West Allis offices. Although the exact cause of AMD is unknown, Rhode explains that the following factors are known to be related to the disease.

RISK FACTORS Age: The risk of developing AMD skyrockets from 2% for adults ages 50-59 to 30% for those age 75+ Heredity: Having a family member with AMD Gender: Females are at greater risk Race: Being Caucasian raises risk Smoking: Increases risk 2-5 times Circulatory problems Obesity and inactivity Light-colored eyes Prolonged sun/UV-light exposure A diet high in fat and low in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants What are the warning signs for AMD? AMD usually develops gradually and painlessly, and good vision in one eye can often mask problems in the other. As it progresses, however, signs may become obvious. “Don’t assume you simply need new glasses and then wait to make an appointment. A comprehensive eye exam is necessary to evaluate the presence, type and severity of AMD and whether or not treatment would help,” advises Daniel Ferguson, MD, a partner at Eye Care Specialists, where thousands of AMD patients are diagnosed and treated each year. “If you suddenly notice any of the following changes, see an eye care specialist as soon as possible.”

WARNING SIGNS Difficulty reading or doing close-up work Faces, clocks and printed words appear blurry Distortion of lines, colors, sizes and edges Straight lines in a landscape appear wavy Blind spots (dark or empty spaces) occur in the center of vision Methods of treatment “If significant dry AMD is diagnosed, we usually recommend vitamin supplements, sun protection, and not smoking, as measures to prevent or slow progression.

(See tips below.) If wet AMD is diagnosed, we review the risks, benefits and candidacy for injections of special medications, such as Avastin, Eylea and Lucentis,” says Daniel Paskowitz, MD, PhD, an ophthalmologist with credentials from Harvard VISION>>page 47

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While there is no cure, there are many forms of treatment available to bring the symptoms of an allergy and/or asthma sufferer under control. A visit to an allergist can be helpful in determining what a person is allergic to so that an effective treatment plan can be devised. Once the specific allergies are determinedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;usually done by skin testingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the allergist will discuss ways to help decrease exposure to, or if practical, to avoid the allergen. In the case of dust mite allergy there are various maneuvers that have been shown to decrease exposure to this common allergen including covering oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pillow, mattress and box springs with dust mite-proof allergy covers, washing sheets and blankets in hot water and removing carpeting from oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bedroom if possible. In the case of an allergy to animal dander, while removing the pet from the home altogether is always the best treatment, for patients who are unwilling to do this, reducing their exposure to the dander from their pet can be achieved by always keeping it out of their bedroom and using an air filter in the home. This together with prescribing medications such as antihistamines and/or prescription nasal sprays are effective strategies to help control a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; allergic symptoms.

For patients with asthma the allergist will also determine what their most important asthma triggers are and will devise strategies to help control these as best as possible. These may include having the patient exercise only indoors and/or having them wear a scarf or a mask when outdoors in an effort to increase the temperature and humidity of the air that is inhaled into the lungs. For patients with asthma and who are developing an upper respiratory infection, a prompt visit to their physician is crucial so that proper medications can be prescribed if necessary in an effort to prevent the infection from wreaking havoc with the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lungs. Also an annual flu shot in the fall is a very effective strategy for patients with asthma or other chronic illnesses to lessen the chance that they would develop influenza or if they do, to lessen its severity. For patients with significant allergies to unavoidable allergens such as dust mites, another treatment that an allergist may recommend is allergy immunotherapy or allergy shots which in the long-term is effective in reducing the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reaction to the allergen, often also decreasing the personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s need for medication.

As you can see, wintertime is not always a respite for patients with allergies, there are many treatments available from which your allergist can determine the ones that are appropriate for you. The other good news (unless you also suffer from springtime allergies), spring is just around the corner!

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men and women of all ages. We contact local health professionals every month and are thankful that many have contributed to this issue. They are keenly aware of health concerns for this region (very important). We stay in touch with them so they can stay in touch with you. I think you’ll find something here that can help you lead a healthier life. We hope that you share this special issue with friends and family, too.

Speaking of family, I try to keep mine active throughout these cold months.

My children are taking a Tae Kwon Do class 4 times a week. I encourage you to try to find something to keep your children active and social. Wheather its gymnastics, dance, sport or just running around in circles, staying active keeps the body and mind healthy and developing.

To us adults with Super Bowl Sunday and myself hosting the monthly Bunco get together this equals food, food and even more food. It’s so important to keep ourself active, so it might be time to get that gym membership or start walking the malls again. Stay active!!! I hope you have a wonderful February and will touch base again in March -Amanda Lewis

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By Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, M.D. What is an antidote for our current state of affairs? On the eve of theLewis presidential inauguration, I was wondering about Media Group publishers this.

Clearly, we need to metabolize our shadow. Personal conAmanda Lewis editor Media graphic design sciousnessMalberry or unconsciousness is added to the collective. We Lewis are seeing Marlys the collective shadow come to life as we prepare for Jerry Kornowski regime.

Marlys Metzger travel editora new presidential I have hadfounder rich conversationsBarry with so many of my patients about the dissonance Lewis between what we want and how we behave. Our actions and behaviors many times are out of alignment with what we intend for our future, our families, community, and country. Our behaviors that lack integrity or consciousness, especially those where we behave poorly towards ourselves are small examples. Some of these behaviors are habitual, imprinted since childhood by our families or society. If the over-cultural normalizes them, we feel they are ok.

One such behavior that pervades our society is sacrificing our time and life energy to make and acquire lots of money. Society has assigned value to money. The more we have the more worth we feel. This is an extrinsically assigned value. It is not intrinsic. Furthermore, does not make us happy. It does not bring us joy, contentment 6000, email:itinfo@lewismediagroup.com. or satisfaction. It actually causes stress. We are even willing to sacrifice our health to acquire money. In the medical system alone, this has become the goal at the cost of patient care. Most systems operate from this distorted value. They operate from the to replace the knowledge or diagnosis of your doctor. We advise seeing a physician whenshadow. (1)intended This behavior is unsustainable ever a health problem arises requiring an expert’s care.

Self-Love was never taught to us. This is where we must begin. We MUST learn how to express love to ourselves (2) — finding balance to rest and regenerate, performing even small acts of self-care exhibited in how we nourish and feed ourselves,soothe and take care of ourselves in healthy ways. Any time we have the opportunity to act authentically, even if it opposes the over-culture, shifts what we add to the collective.Lewis Media Group | Malberry Media | www.modernhealthandliving.com How many of us struggle with these acts of kindness towards ourselves? If we are unable to behave in kind and loving ways towards ourselves, we add self-neglect and shame to the collective. It grows the collective shadow.

Remember this: The only way to change what we have created is through our behaviors, first towards ourselves then others. WE MUST BE THE CHANGE WE WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD ~Mahatma Gandhi, then and only then, will our world change.

We all need to wake up and do the hard inner work of living consciously. Our complacency has contributed to the collective shadow. We can no longer be complacent.

We can no longer adapt to what is normalized. We must align our intentions and our behaviors with integrity and we must snap out of the malaise of adapting to what is normalized and rethink it to transform it. We must shift what we have assigned value to. What we have valued is a grand illusion. We must use our egos to serve our hearts. The time for living this way is at hand.

If we want a different reality, we must create it. ©February2017 Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar M.D., CEO and Medical Director of The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine, Pewaukee, WI. Website: www.ommanicenter.com Author of Becoming Real: Reclaiming Your Health in Midlife. 2011, 2014 Medial Press (1) https://www.amazon.com/Undiscovered-Self-Dilemma-Individual-Society/ dp/0451217322/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1484868728&sr=1-1&key words=carl+jung+the+undiscovered+self (2) https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Real-Reclaiming-Health-Midlife-ebook/ dp/B00LLNO4F2/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1484868802&s r=1-3

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Vegetarian Diet and Exercise

By Meredith Crilly Vegetarian diets have Diet and exercise make up two primary ways to been associated with build a healthy lifestyle, which is why many people lower death rates from choose to follow a vegetarian diet. However, for athheart disease and deletes or anyone interested in being physically active on creased risk of obesity, a regular basis, there may be concerns about getting and you can choose to adequate nutrients such as protein to fuel performance be a vegetarian withand build muscle. While athletes, either recreational out having your athletor competitive, can follow a vegetarian diet without ic performance suffer. compromising their exercise potential, paying special attention to diet can maximize performance.

Performance Concerns A 2012 study published in the “Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition” looked at bicyclists who followed either a vegetarian or meat-containing diet.

While the vegetarian group had slightly lower oxygen levels during submaximal effort, results did not demonstrate that a vegetarian diet decreases exercise potential.

A 2011 study published in the “European Journal of Applied Physiology” confirmed these results. Athletes performing sprint training followed a vegetarian or mixed diet, and both groups saw the same improvements in athletic performance. If you’re concerned about decreased athletic ability, research indicates that a vegetarian diet does not negatively affect your exercise performance, but has the same result as following a meat-containing diet.

Vitamins and Minerals Since vegetarians consume more plant foods on a regular basis, the absorption of several nutrients may be reduced. Zinc, iron and some trace minerals can safely be obtained through diet, but vegetarians may have difficulty maintaining adequate intake. To avoid deficiencies which can affect athletic performance, eat foods with ample amounts of vitamins and zinc such as fortified breakfast cereals, legumes, nuts and seeds. Supplementation may be beneficial, but, as much as possible, you should try to take in nutrients from food.

How Much Protein Since meats are a primary source of protein, vegetarians may not be getting adequate amounts on a daily basis. Strength-training athletes should aim to take in 1.4 to 1.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day, while endurance athletes should take in slightly less, with a range of 1.2 to 1.4. In order to meet these protein needs, you should make sure to get high-quality proteins from eggs and lowfat dairy products as well as legumes, whole grains, nuts and seeds. Keep in mind that very little protein is stored in the body, which is why you should be sure to eat small amounts of protein throughout the day. Vary your sources and spread out your protein intake to ensure adequate intake.

Disease Protection Although vegetarian diets may not be associated with improved athletic performance or endurance, other benefits make this dietary plan beneficial to serious athletes. A plant-based diet improves high-carbohydrate intake, which is required to provide energy for endurance exercise. Additionally, a well-planned vegetarian diet can be followed safely, with planning to receive adequate minerals and protein. Athletes who follow a vegetarian diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains take in high amounts of antioxidants, which reduce the oxidative stress associated with heavy exertion. Finally, this dietary plan provides long-term health benefits with a reduction in risk of developing chronic diseases. Combining regular physical activity with a vegetarian diet results in lower mortality rates than a vegetarian diet or exercise alone.

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“Complementary and alternative medicine,” “complementary medicine,” “alternative medicine,” “integrative medicine”—we have all seen these terms on the Internet and in marketing, but what do they really mean? While the terms are often used to mean the array of health care approaches with a history of use or origins outside of mainstream medicine, they are actually hard to define and may mean different things to different people. This fact sheet looks into these terms to help you understand them better, and gives you a brief picture of NCCAM’s mission and role in this area of research.

Complementary Versus Alternative Many Americans, nearly 40 percent, use health care approaches developed outside of mainstream Western, or conventional, medicine for specific conditions or overall well-being. When describing health approaches with non-mainstream roots, people often use the words “alternative” and “complementary” interchangeably, but the two terms refer to different concepts: “Complementary” generally refers to using a non-mainstream approach together with conventional medicine.

“Alternative” refers to using a non-mainstream approach in place of conventional medicine.

True alternative medicine is not common. Most people use non-mainstream approaches along with conventional treatments. And the boundaries between complementary and conventional medicine overlap and change with time. For example, guided imagery and massage, both once considered complementary or alternative, are used regularly in some hospitals to help with pain management.

Integrative Medicine This array of non-mainstream health care approaches may also be considered part of integrative medicine or integrative health care.

For example, cancer treatment centers with integrative health care programs may offer services such as acupuncture and meditation to help manage symptoms and side effects for patients who are receiving conventional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy.

There are various definitions for “integrative health care,” but several facts about this growing health trend are clear: It’s happening now. Many individuals, health care providers, and health care systems are integrating various practices with origins outside of mainstream medicine into treatment and health promotion.

The integrative trend is growing among providers and health care systems. Driving factors include marketing of integrative care by health care providers to consumers who perceive benefits to health or well-being, and emerging evidence that some of the perceived benefits are real or meaningful.

The scientific evidence is limited. In many instances, a lack of reliable data makes it difficult for people to make informed decisions about using integrative health care.

Mind and Body Practices Mind and body practices include a large and diverse group of procedures or techniques administered or taught by a trained practitioner or teacher. For example, Acupuncture is a technique in which practitioners stimulate specific points on the body—most often by inserting thin needles through the skin.

Massage therapy includes many different techniques in which practitioners manually manipulate the soft tissues of the body.

Most meditation techniques, such as mindfulness meditation or transcendental meditation, involve ways in which a person learns to focus attention.

Movement therapies include a broad range of Eastern and Western movementbased approaches; examples include Feldenkrais method, Alexander technique, Pilates, Rolfing Structural Integration, and Trager psychophysical integration.

Relaxation techniques, such as breathing exercises, guided imagery, and progressive muscle relaxation, are designed to produce the body’s natural relaxation response.

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February awakens in people a time for love hearts and flowers and feeling lighthearted as Valentines come to mind. Just how do we go about lighting up the heart or creating a Heartlight? What can we do to turn up the light in our hearts? For that matter what is the benefit of lighting up our hearts?

A viable and powerful technique to turn on the Heartlight for releasing or lightening the effect of stresses that impair the health and well-being of the body is called, “BREATHWORK.” This heartlighting technique requires no equipment or expensive outlay to achieve this lightening of the heart area. Not only does BREATHWORK, cause the deep, unhealed emotional issues to emerge but the long-standing blocks in the mental, emotional and physical bodies are brought to consciousness and released from the body. An explanation of BREATHWORK will follow shortly.

Probably the most important reason for turning on your Heartlight is to improve the health and functioning of your heart. Since heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, Wales, and England there is even more reason to focus on lighting or lightening one’s heart.

Dr. Rollin Mc Carty of the Institute of Heart Math visited the “Today Show” to discuss the science behind the theory regarding the link between your heart health and your emotions. The heart is more than a muscle and a pump that beats72 beats per minute, beating approximately 2.5 billions times during a lifetime (about 66 years). The heart actually sends messages to the brain.

As previously believed, emotions were purely mental expressions generated by the brain alone. Now we know that this is incorrect - emotions have as much to do with the heart and body as they do with the brain. The heart plays a particularly important role in our emotional experience, as emotions result from the brain, heart and body acting together, or in concert. Numerous research studies have provided new insight regarding the activity of the heart and found that it is indeed linked to our emotions, which in turn, impacts our health, vitality and well-being.

Researchers also found that the heart is in a constant two-way dialogue with the brain. Our emotions change the signals that the brain sends to the heart and the heart responds in complex ways. The scientists also know that the heart sends more information to the brain than the brain sends to the heart.

Further, the research explains why certain emotions stress the body and drain the energy from the body. As a person experiences feelings like frustration, anger, insecurity, and anxiety, the heart rhythm patterns become more erratic. Those erratic patterns are sent to the emotional centers in the brain where they are recognized as negative or stressful . These signals create real feelings that we experience in the heart area and the body, also blocking a person’s ability to think clearly.

As previously stated, BREATHWORK is a means by which the Heartlight can lighten the heart and cause physical releases in the body. Now we can examine exactly how BREATHWORK is performed: BREATHWORK is usually done in a safe and sacred space involving trained facilitators during a class that produces safe group energy and support the the “breather” lying in a group on the floor of an open room or space. Since to be alive, a person must be able to breathe and during a BREATHWORK session, be willing to participate individually or in a group setting. In this profound work, the breather will experience releases that are usually not reached with traditional therapies and will be able to re-invent their life through this process.

This technique utilizes breathing, revelation and affirmations. The purpose of BREATHWORK is to put one in touch with the pleasure of being alive and to reconnect the person with the higher self. The technique uses a relaxing and intuitive breathing rhythm in which the inhale is to connect to the exhale in a continuous cycle. Most people experience the release or blocked energies suppressed in the physical body, which can lead to improvement in health or freedom thfrom specific pain and/or discomfort Although BREATHWORK can be learned quite easily, it is recommended that the person receive the support of a certified breath-worker for the first ten BREATHWORK sessions whether that is on an individual basis or in group sessions.

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ATTENTION ATHLETES AND WEEKEND WARRIORS! AT EVANS CHIROPRACTIC & PAIN RELIEF LASER CLINIC WE GET ATHLETES OF ALL SKILL LEVELS BACK IN THEIR SPORT FASTER THAN ANY OTHER CLINIC

THANKS TO OUR REVOLUTIONARY NEW PAIN RELIEF THERAPY PROGRAM We are the ONLY clinic in the region that has the combination of therapies that are critical for your most rapid recovery. First and foremost we offer the most powerful and effective Class 4 MLS Robotic Laser Therapy in the area and we have been using it extensively since 2012.

Additionally, we couple the powerful Class 4 MLS Robotic Laser Therapy with a multitude of other therapies (as indicated for each patient) which have been tried and tested in our facility for validity, reliability and effectiveness over that past 3 years. If you have had enough of your ACHING, NAGGING, STABBING that no other therapy has been able to eradicate, come on in for your Complimentary Consultation with Dr. Evans to see if our program will work for you. At Evans Chiropractic & Pain Relief Laser Clinic all of the staff is %RDUG &HUWL¿HG in their chosen specialty.

Early in her career, Dr. Evans worked as a Trainer with a professional football team and since has dedicated her career to helping athletes of ALL skill levels achieve their performance goals.

“Our patients appreciate being able to get the care they need all under one roof, it saves them so much time. And in a lot of ways. Too many people go from one therapy to another hoping for relief,” Evans said. In my experience, combining therapies increases the effectiveness of all the therapies.

To fully understand and diagnose your condition, Evans Chiropractic & Pain Relief Laser Clinic uses several approaches including:

-MLS Class IV Laser Robotic Therapy - A complete physical examination - An orthopedic examination - A neurological examination - A complete gait analysis - Acupuncture Therapy evaluation After identifying the source of your pain, Evans Chiropractic & Pain Relief Laser Clinic is proud to offer a comprehensive therapy program all under one roof! With a customized approach, patients receive a combination of the necessary treatments, which can include: - Chiropractic care - Rehabilitation exercises and therapy - Trigger Point Therapy - Electro-acupuncture

- Massage therapy including swedish, deep tissue and therapeutic - Sound Wave Therapy - Complete Nutritional Program

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Dr. Eliesha Evans specializes in the management and treatment of complicated chronic pain syndromes. Additionally, Dr. Evans brings more than 25 years of clinical expertise and training to each and every case thereby ensuring your best outcome. Dr. Evans and her experienced, board FHUWL¿HG VWDII XVH D ³ZKROH SHUVRQ DSSURDFK´ 7KLV DSSURDFK WR ZHOOQHVV PHDQV ORRNLQJ IRU XQGHUO\LQJ FDXVHV RI DQ\ GLVWXUEDQFH RU GLVUXSWLRQ (which may or may not be causing symptoms at the time) and make whatever interventions and lifestyle adjustments that would optimize the conditions for normal function. Using this unique approach, Dr. Evans is able to help you accelerate and/or maintain a journey to good health.

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HEALING WITH SOUND – IT’S NOT ONLY THE FUTURE; IT’S HERE NOW! There’s growing interest in using sound frequency to boost human health, and research backs it up.

In the world of so many healing techniques, sound therapy is growing in awareness. It has been for many thousands of years. Crystal healing bowls were found in the pyramids of Giza, yet, today, it’s also on the frontier of modern science.

Before his passing in September, 2015, Mitchell L. Gaynor, MD, a prominent oncologist and clinical assistant professor of medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University , taught his cancer patients to supplement treatment with music, diet and meditation. He often used “Tibetan singing bowls” in his Integrative Oncology Practice. In Dr. Gaynor’s 1999 book, The Healing Power of Sound: Recovery from Life-Threatening Illness Using Sound, Voice and Music, he wrote: I believe that sound can play a role in virtually any medical disorder, since it redresses imbalances on every level of physiologic functioning.” Dr. Gaynor explained that “…stress can depress every aspect of the immune system, including those that protect us against flu and against cancer.” He suggested that “to cure” means to fix something, and “healing refers to wholeness, a joining of the body, mind and spirit.” As a result, Dr. Gaynor referred to sound therapy as integrative medicine – not an alternative to science but a complement.

We can’t always hear it, but everything has a sound, or resonance, indicating the frequency that it vibrates. Each part of our body has a natural resonance and when this resonance becomes out of tune from stress, illness, anxiety, etc., disease is the result. Sound therapy works to return the body’s resonance to its’ original state.

Much like the high vibrations used in ultra sound to break up kidney stones, sound therapy uses gentle sound to raise the vibrations in depleted areas of the body. Sound enhances the body and the brain and helps it to re-organize at a more complex level.

It takes what you can handle emotionally and physically and pushes it to a higher level. Using quartz crystal bowls in sound therapy sessions, the clients feel the vibrations. Our bodies have a natural affinity to quartz because our bones, blood, DNA and brain are crystalline in structure.

Prior to the beginning of a session, the therapist will review the client’s health history. The sound treatment will then be selected to address the area of weakness in the body. During a session, the client is fully clothed and rests comfortably on a treatment table. The sound therapist strikes the edge of a pre-selected crystal bowl with a felt-tipped mallet causing the bowl to sing. The therapist expands the sound by running the mallet around the edge of the bowl. Each session is unique as there are various bowl sizes and tones to address imbalances in different parts of the body.

It is important for clients to select a certified sound therapist to help their condition. Joshua Leeds, author of The Power of Sound, and an expert in the field of psychoacoustics, the study of the effect of sound on the human nervous systems, sees the use of sound therapy growing. “There’s more on sound science that ever before,” says Leeds. “We know what is happening molecularly.” In the future, “what we think of as sound healing will be called frequency medicine.”

Lee Ann Baum, LMT, CS, is a Certified Sound Healer and Founder of The Healing Place, LLC. With an office at Greensquare Integrative Health Care Center, 1600 W. Green Tree Road, Glendale, WI, Lee Ann offers monthly Group Sound Therapy classes, as well as, private sessions in sound and light therapy. Please visit “Classes & Events” and “Doctors & Therapists” at www.GreensquareCenter.com, or call Lee Ann at 414.292.3900, Ext. 345 or 414.899.9496.

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JEN WIDERSTROM’S 8 QUICK TIPS FOR LIVING HEALTHY ON THE GO

By Bryce Christian It seems that no matter how easy or efficient our lives may become, we will still forever be pressed for time. Our hectic schedules make it difficult to balance every aspect of work, home, friends, family and health to perfection. Livestrong.com caught up with “The Biggest Loser’s” motivation coach Jen Widerstrom to get all of the quick fixes for our busy days. Read on for tips to help you avoid that dreaded afternoon slump, snack wisely and stay motivated — despite your jam-packed calendar.

Crunch the Crash “A recent study found that consumers, on average, crash at 2:58 p.m. each day,” Widerstrom says. “Even with proper meal prep and planning, more than half of Americans have an afternoon crash at least once a week. And that energy crash can lead to poor decision-making later in the day, including eating an unhealthy dinner or skipping the gym.”

Tip 1 Post-lunch walks are essential for keeping your energy levels up. Fifteen to 20 minutes is all it takes to increase digestion and brain activity, amping you up for the second half of the day.

Tip 2

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The rag-doll stretch is a great way to get your blood flowing after sitting at your desk for several hours. All you need is 30 seconds and standing room to open your body from head to toe. Simply exhale as you bend forward at the hips, lengthening the front of your torso.

Tip 3 Outsmart your cravings. “My solution is to make sure you’re eating enough healthy foods and drinking enough water, because that’s typically what the reaction is,” says Widerstrom.

Fuel Your Fire In her new book, “Diet Right for Your Personality Type,” Widerstrom prescribes a tailored diet to match your personality type for optimized results. But no matter what your personality may be, we all need healthy boosts throughout the day.

Tip 4 Snacks that have high protein, fiber and healthy fats, but are low in sugar, will keep you energized and curb your hunger. This will keep you from making poor choices later in the day.

Tip 5 Pack small bags of healthy snacks to keep in your desk, car, gym bag or briefcase. They’ll come in handy when you need a boost of energy.

Motivation for Domination As a motivation coach on “The Biggest Loser,” Widerstrom helps inspire people to achieve their goals. Every fitness and diet aspiration starts with motivation.

Channel your motivation with these healthy living tips.

Tip 6 Choose one thing each day to improve on from the day before. This could include packing a healthy lunch, going to the gym or getting to bed early. Moments become minutes and minutes become days, ultimately leading to a greater year based on simple improvements.

Tip 7 Three-hug rule! OK, you don’t exactly have to hug, but interact with at least three people a day in a positive way. Compliment, high-five and, if you can, squeeze in a hug. It’ll change your outlook — and theirs — for the better.

Tip 8 Instead of sleeping in, motivate yourself to get up and complete a quick workout.

Ask yourself, “If I get this 60 minutes of extra sleep, what am I giving up?” says Widerstrom. “When I sweat and move, my head is more clear and my energy is elevated. I also make better food choices during the day. So is one hour of sleep worth trading in all those other things I just listed? My answer is no.”

This piece originally appeared on LIVESTRONG.COM.

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Why Not Camp?

Families today have more options than ever before. Although most families are limited by time, what they choose to do with that time is a buffet of movies, museums, picnics, parks, classes, vacations, and so much more. With all of these options, why should families choose camp?

• activities in the Zoo • topic-related learning projects • science experiments • age-appropriate games • tons of summer FUN!

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Camp is an experiential education like no other. Children and youth learn life lessons like independence, leadership, and self-confidence in an environment designed specifically for them. Camp is made up almost entirely of teachable moments. Through fun and hands-on experiences, campers have the opportunity to grow and develop the skills needed to be productive, successful adults.

Camp is fundamental in the national discussion around the need for highquality summer programs to keep students engaged in learning, and encourage them to develop new skills and previously unseen talents. Camp offers children the opportunity to form relationships with caring adults, helps them stay fit and active, and fosters creativity and innovation. Camp plays a strong role in reducing summer learning loss.

In a speech given to Teachers College at Columbia University, US Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, said “I don’t worry about the students that are going to summer camps. I worry about the millions of students who don’t have the resources to go to summer camps.” ACA is committed to providing a camp experience for every child. ACA’s camp community provides more than $39 million each year in camp scholarships, and with a camp at every pricepoint, there is a camp for every child.

Camp belongs in summer – acting as an equal opportunity life-changer and allowing everyone the opportunity to be successful, not just the A-student or the athlete. And, with a wide variety of offerings and programming, and a wide variety of prices, there is a camp ideally suited for every child.

By visiting ACA’s family resource site, www.CampParents.org, families have access to information and guidance as they search for the perfect camp experience. ACA’s Find A Camp search allows families to look for a camp based on region, activity, cultural focus, budget, session length, and much more! In addition, families can follow ACA on Facebook and Twitter for helpful hints and camp information.

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Need a Mentor?

GO TO CAMP!

When counselors and camp staff engage with campers, they are not just teaching – they are using the core elements of positive mentoring relationships.

The idea of a mentor is an ancient one. In Greek mythology, when Odysseus, King of Ithaca, went to battle in the Trojan War, he placed his friend, Mentor, in charge of his son and his kingdom. Today, Mentor has become synonymous with someone who imparts wisdom to and shares knowledge with a less experienced person. Mentoring relationships are special and often life-changing.

The camp experience is uniquely designed to foster these relationships. When counselors and camp staff engage with campers, they are not just teaching – they are using the core elements of positive mentoring relationships.

Camp counselors share and teach through stories and anecdotes. They impart wisdom from their own successes and failures, and offer the insight that comes from experience.

Camp counselors model appropriate behaviors. They show campers how to play fairly, show empathy, and win and lose gracefully.

Camp counselors guide campers through the learning landscape of life. They teach the things that cannot be taught in school – how to live with others, how to build friendships, how to lead, and how to work as a team.

Camp counselors support campers emotionally. They offer reassurance when situations become difficult or overwhelming.

Counselors are there to not only lend a hand but to help campers work through difficult moments and feel the sense of accomplishment that comes from conquering obstacles.

These relationships aren’t just a nice addition to childhood and young adult development – kids need them. They need nurturing mentors – people outside of their family that take an interest in who they are, root for their successes, and help them learn that failures are critical stepping stones on the path of success.

Each year for millions of children and youth, those relationships are developed at camp.

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HEALTHY EATING FOR SENIORS “I have trouble chewing.” “Food just doesn’t taste the same anymore.” “I can’t get out to go shopping.” “It’s too much trouble to cook for one person.” “I’m just not that hungry.”

Sound familiar? These are a few common reasons some older people don’t eat healthy meals. But, making healthy food choices is a smart thing to do—no matter how old you are!

Here are some tips to get you started: Eat many different colors and types of vegetables and fruits.

Make sure at least half of your grains are whole grains.

Eat only small amounts of solid fats, oils, and foods high in sugars. Limit saturated fat (found mostly in foods that come from animals) or trans fats (found in foods like some margarines, shortening, cookies, and crackers).

Two Plans for Healthy Eating The Dietary Guidelines for Americans from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) suggest two eating plans. Eating a variety of foods from each food group in either plan will help you get the nutrients you need.

One plan is called the USDA Food Guide (also known as MyPyramid). It suggests that people 50 or older choose healthy foods every day from the following: Fruits—1-1/2 to 2-1/2 cups What is the same as 1/2 cup of cut-up fruit? One medium whole fruit or ¼ cup of dried fruit Vegetables—2 to 3-1/2 cups What is the same as a cup of cut-up vegetables? Two cups of uncooked leafy vegetable Grains—5 to 10 ounces What is the same as an ounce of grains? One roll, a small muffin, a slice of bread,

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1 cup of flaked, ready-to-eat cereal, or ½ cup of cooked rice, pasta, or cereal Meat/beans—5 to 7 ounces What is the same as an ounce of meat, fish, or poultry? One egg, ¼ cup of cooked beans or tofu, ½ ounce of nuts or seeds, or 1 tablespoon of peanut butter Milk—3 cups of fat-free or low-fat milk What is the same as 1 cup of milk? One cup of yogurt or 1-1/2 to 2 ounces of cheese. One cup of cottage cheese is the same as ½ cup of milk.

Your doctor may have suggested that you follow a certain diet because you have a health problem like heart disease or diabetes. Or, you might have been told to avoid eating certain foods because they can change how well your medicines work. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about foods you can eat instead.

Here’s a tip: Stay away from “empty calories.” These are foods and drinks with a lot of calories but not many nutrients—for example, chips, cookies, sodas, and alcohol.

The second eating plan is called the DASH Eating Plan. DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. Following this plan will help you lower your blood pressure. See the resources at the end of this Age Page for more information on DASH. How Much Should I Eat? How much you should eat depends on how active you are. If you eat more calories than your body uses, you gain weight.

What are calories? Calories are a way to count how much energy is in food. You use the energy you get from food to do the things you need to do each day.

Just counting calories is not enough for making healthy choices. For example, a medium banana, 1 cup of flaked cereal, 2-1/2 cups of cooked spinach, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, or 1 cup of 1% milk--all have roughly the same number of calories.

But, the foods are different in many ways. Some have more of the nutrients you might need than others do. Milk gives you more calcium than a banana, and peanut butter gives you more protein than cereal. And a banana is likely to make you feel fuller than a tablespoon of peanut butter.

Here’s a tip: In the USDA Food Guide, eating the smallest amount suggested for each food group gives you about 1,600 calories. The largest amount has 2,800 calories.

How many calories do people over age 50 need each day?

A woman: who is not physically active needs about 1,600 calories

who is somewhat active needs about 1,800 calories

who has an active lifestyle needs about 2,000-2,200 calories A man: who is not physically active needs about 2,000 calories

who is somewhat active needs about 2,200-2,400 calories

who has an active lifestyle needs about 2,400-2,800 calories Here’s a tip: Get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most, if not all days of the week.

How Much Is on My Plate?

How does the food on your plate compare to how much you should be eating? For example, one very large chicken breast could be more from the meat/beans group than you are supposed to eat in a whole day. Here are some general ways you can check: 3 ounces of meat, poultry, or fish = deck of cards ½ cup of fruit, rice, pasta, or ice cream = ½ baseball

1 cup of salad greens = baseball 1-1/2 ounces of cheese = 4 stacked dice 1 teaspoon of butter or margarine = 1 dice (or die) 2 tablespoons of peanut butter = ping pong ball 1 cup of flaked cereal or a baked potato = fist Read the Label At first, reading labels on many packaged foods may take some time. The facts there can help you make better food choices. Labels have a Nutrition Facts panel. It tells how much protein, carbohydrates, fats, sodium, key vitamins and minerals, and calories are in a serving. The panel also shows how many servings are in the package—be careful because sometimes what you think is one serving is really more.

Each can, bottle, or package label also has an ingredients list. Items are listed from largest amount to smallest.

Having Problems with Food?

Does your favorite chicken dish taste different? As you grow older, your sense of taste and sense of smell may change. Foods may seem to have lost flavor. Also, medicines can change how food tastes. They can also make you feel less hungry. Talk to your doctor about whether there is a different medicine you could use. Try extra spices or herbs on your foods to add flavor.

As you get older, you might not be able to eat all the foods you used to eat. For example, some people become lactose intolerant. They have symptoms like stomach pain, gas, or diarrhea after eating or drinking something with milk in it, like ice cream. Most can eat small amounts of such food or can try yogurt, buttermilk, or hard cheese. Lactose-free foods are available now also. Your doctor can test to see if you are lactose intolerant.

Is it harder to chew? Maybe your dentures need to fit better, or your gums are sore.

If so, a dentist can help you. Until then, you might want to eat softer foods that are easier to chew.

Do I Need to Drink Water?

With age, you may lose some of your sense of thirst. Drink plenty of liquids like water, juice, milk, and soup. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty. Try to drink several large glasses of water each day. Your urine should be pale yellow. If it is a bright or dark yellow, you need to drink more liquids.

Be sure to talk with your doctor if you have trouble controlling your urine. Don’t stop drinking liquids. There are better ways to help bladder control problems.

What about Fiber?

Fiber is found in foods from plants—fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Eating more fiber might prevent stomach or intestine problems, like constipation. It might also help lower cholesterol, as well as blood sugar.

It is better to get fiber from food than dietary supplements. Start adding more fiber slowly. That will help avoid unwanted gas. Here are some tips for adding fiber: Eat cooked dry beans, peas, and lentils often.

Leave skins on your fruit and vegetables if possible.

Choose whole fruit over fruit juice.

Eat whole-grain breads and cereals.

Drink plenty of liquids to help fiber move through your intestines.

Should I Cut Back on Salt?

The usual way people get sodium is by eating salt. The body needs sodium, but too much can make blood pressure go up in some people. Most fresh food contains some sodium. Salt is added to many canned and prepared foods.

People tend to eat more salt than they need. If you are over age 50, about 2/3 of a teaspoon of table salt--1500 milligrams (mg) of sodium--is all you need each day.

That includes all the sodium in your food and drink, not just the salt you add when cooking or eating. If your doctor tells you to use less salt, ask about a salt substitute.

Some contain sodium. Also, don’t add salt during cooking or at the table, and avoid salty snacks and processed foods. Look for the word sodium, not salt, on the Nutrition Facts panel. Choose foods labeled “low-sodium.” Often, the amount of sodium in the same kind of food can vary greatly between brands.

Here’s a tip: Spices, herbs, and lemon juice can add flavor to your food, so you won’t miss the salt.

What about Fat? Fat in your diet comes from two places--the fat already found in food and the fat added when you cook. Fat gives you energy and helps your body use certain vitamins, but it is high in calories. To lower the fat in your diet: Choose cuts of meat, fish, or poultry (with the skin removed) with less fat.

Trim off any extra fat before cooking.

Use low-fat dairy products and salad dressings.

Use non-stick pots and pans, and cook without added fat.

Choose an unsaturated or monosaturated vegetable oil (check the label) or a nonfat cooking spray.

Instead of frying, broil, roast, bake, stir-fry, steam, microwave, or boil foods.

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AGING AND VISION CHANGES As you age, it is normal to experience some changes in your vision, such as difficulty adjusting to glare, and distinguishing some colors, particularly shades of blue and green.

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Retina. The retina is a thin, delicate, light-sensitive tissue that lines the inside of the eye. It converts light into electrical signals and sends them to the optic nerve.

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Macula. The macula is the most sensitive part of the retina. It provides the sharp, central vision we use for activities such as reading and watching television.

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Wear Sunglasses Sunglasses are a great fashion accessory, but their most important job is to protect your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. The best sunglasses are those that block out 99 to 100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation. Sun exposure is associated with developing cataract and age-related macular degeneration.

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Presbyopia:

“BIFOCALS? YOU’VE GOT TO BE KIDDING!”

By Michelle H. Pedersen, O.D. If you are over age 45, chances are you’ve had to make some changes in order to read clearly. Presbyopia is the term used to describe the eye’s age-related loss of accommodation. Accommodation refers to the eye’s ability to change focus from far to near and in between. In the youthful eye, this is accomplished when a muscle inside the eye, the ciliary body, acts upon the crystalline lens of the eye via very fine threads, or zonules, which attach around the perimeter of the lens. This force causes the lens to change shape, which in turn results in a change in the eye’s focus.

With age, the lens becomes larger in diameter and in thickness. As the lens grows, the cilary body and zonules become less able to effectively change the shape of this larger, fatter lens. So the ability to focus on reading material declines as a person

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goes through his or her 40’s and 50’s. By age 60, the average person is left with little to no flexibility of focus.

If you are near-sighted (able to see at near but not at a distance without glasses) and over age 45, you are likely realizing that there is actually a benefit to nearsightedness. You can probably take your glasses off and read more clearly than you can with your glasses on, although you may have to hold your book closer to your nose than you’d like to. Because your eyes naturally focus up close, you can read without glasses even as you age.

If you are far-sighted, you probably discovered the joys of presbyopia a bit earlier, perhaps even before the age of 40. Far-sighted people use accommodation to compensate for their lack of perfect focus, so that most can see well both far and near as long as the eye has its youthful flexibility of focus. With age, the farsighted person first develops difficulty reading, then loses the ability to see clearly at a distance as well.

As for the folks who have been blessed with perfect 20/20 distance vision, you now have a reason to shop for eyeglasses as an accessory. You can find out how great you look in reading glasses sometime in your mid-40’s.

Today there are many options available for correcting presbyopia. There are reading glasses, either by prescription or the drugstore variety. There are bifocal glasses, which have a distance viewing portion and a near viewing portion; trifocals have three distinct viewing areas: distance, intermediate, and near. A very popular option is the “progressive add lens”, which has a large distance viewing area and a gradual increase in reading power as you look down through the lens so that intermediate and near vision are provided, but without the lines. Progressive add lenses are now available in many different designs to fit various frame sizes and viewing needs.

Your options don’t end with glasses. Many presbyopia sufferers opt for contact lens correction instead. Bifocal contact lenses are available in many different designs. They typically don’t correct the vision quite as accurately as bifocal glasses, however, so the successful bifocal contact lens wearer is one who can accept a bit of compromise in their distance vision. I have also had great success with monovision correction. In a monovision correction, one eye wears a contact lens for distance viewing while the other eye is focused for near viewing. This also requires some mild compromises, both in sharpness and depth perception, but mamy find it to be a PRESBYOPIA>>page 47

HEARING LOSS Signs of hearing loss For most of us, hearing loss is a gradual process, occurring over years. Because of this, we are accustomed to compensating for the loss, and often do not realize how bad our hearing loss has become. If you have experienced some of the following, you may have a hearing loss â&#x20AC;&#x201C; do any of these statements describe you?

Social Interaction I have difficulty hearing people talk in noisy environments such as a restaurant, shopping mall, in a car, or at the movie theater.

People seem to â&#x20AC;&#x153;mumbleâ&#x20AC;? all the time.

Family, friends, or colleagues often have to repeat themselves when speaking with me.

I have trouble hearing people when they are not facing me or are in another room.

I have trouble following conversations.

Emotional Impact

I feel annoyed when people are hard to understand.

I feel overwhelmed by large, noisy gatherings of family or friends.

I would rather stay home alone than be with others in a noisy setting.

I have trouble connecting with family members, especially children, because I cannot understand them.

I am fearful of new social situations.

Medical Indications I hear ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds in my ears.

I have difficulty hearing certain sounds I take, or have taken, medication that can damage my hearing (ototoxic drugs).

I have a family history of hearing loss.

Common causes of hearing loss There are a number of potential causes of hearing loss, including: Exposure to excessive loud noise over a period of time.

Ear infections, trauma, or ear disease.

Harm of the inner ear and ear drum from contact with a foreign object (such as cotton swabs).

Illness or certain medications that may be ototoxic.

Deteriorating hearing due to the normal aging process.

By far, the most common cause of hearing loss is exposure to excessive noise over time. We live in a noisy world, and sometimes, our employment or recreational choices can impact our hearing. Even personal listening devices and cell phone use can impact our hearing. This exposure causes irreversible damage to the hair cells within the cochlea.

While hearing loss may be inevitable, whether it be due to illness or age, there are still steps that all individuals should take in their daily lives to help prevent hearing loss.

Depending on the situation or environment, three easy questions to ask yourself are: How loud will this environment be?

How long will I be exposed to the noise?

How close to the noise will I be?

You should always be aware of potentially noisy environments. It may be wise to consider avoiding these situations outright or at least taking the right precautions.

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What can I possibly see in those two letters that could override or trump where or who I am today?

Two letters. It’s not “Hi” which would mean that I met someone new today while being in this time and this place. “Hi” would mean an opportunity; a new door would be opened and connect me to this new person. Ahhh, alas, it seems that I prefer the other two-lettered word. Yes, you know it. I’ll give you a hint, it has two letters. It’s “if.”

“If” has a life and a lifetime all its own. It can live and breathe almost with as much power and potency as the present chair in which I sit. Yet the mind is a hard thing to control as though it has a mind of its own. My mind can even add four more deadly letters with the additional word “only.” Now I’m ready for a search-less,

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“If only...?” Let’s just dump the “only” part and concentrate on the two-lettered word that freezes and holds my breath - “if.”

If only I took that job instead of the one I accepted then... (and now comes the three dots representing the unknown that reflect the unknown result of your un-chosen course.) See how this works?

It’s a magnificent work of our evolved species. We humans have the unusual

ability to look back and then choose a different direction or choice followed by romantically or foolishly filling in the unknown life that that unknown choice would have produced. (If you followed that then you’re as

crazy as I am.)

“That other boyfriend. Yeah, the one you dismissed in favor of your husband.

Yeah, he’s best friend. Look how your life would have turned out had you chosen him?”

“What if your mom took that other street that she likes to get to work instead of the street she took when her car crashed into another one and killed her.”

“In the ‘70’s, if you invested in IBM you’d have that yacht that no one else on the block has.” (I think it’s because we’re seven miles from the water?!)

We crazy humans even combine the missed past with our pretend future. “If I did X years ago I’d have Y now!” We have now completed our craziness by marrying our fake past with our artificial future.

The most convenient word we have at our disposal is comprised only two letters.

Convenient because we can’t do anything about our situation. It’s convenient because it’s safe, there is no risk in pretending a past, there is no investment in illusions.

A mere two letters summarizes our perceived present lives. “If.” “If only Jesus didn’t talk so much and did more.” “If only he jumped down from the cross to show us who he really was!” “If only he listened to his mom and made the Cana wine earlier.” “If only Jesus followed the rules to get what he wanted.” “If Jesus only told what he really meant instead of those silly, nonsensical; what did he call them ‘stories,’ no it wasn’t stories it was ‘parables.’ I mean, what if?”

“If.” Two haunting letters that haunt me each new day that I’m alive. Two letters that live in a imitation place within a fraud heart.

“Oh no! There was a social I wanted to attend this afternoon. I got all caught up in the “if” of the past that now I missed it. Oh well, back to my ifying.”

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NATIONAL STUDY REPORTS DECREASED DEMENTIA PREVALENCE

Dementia prevalence among Americans age 65 and older decreased significantly between 2000 and 2012, according to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine on November 21, 2016. Results from the nationally representative Health and Retirement Study (HRS) found that dementia prevalence decreased from 11.6 percent in 2000 to 8.8 percent in 2012, representing a relative decrease of about 24 percent.

Dr. Kenneth M. Langa of the University of Michigan and colleagues analyzed responses from approximately 10,500 HRS participants aged 65 or older in 2000 and 2012. They found that more years of education were associated with the decline in prevalence, but could not completely explain it. The average number of years of education increased from 11.8 to 12.7 between the cohorts. The decrease is similar to reports from other recent surveys. In this study, the decrease in dementia prevalence was noted for both men and women, despite an increase between 2000 and 2012 in cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity.

The authors note that it will be important to continue to monitor the incidence and prevalence of dementia as the number of older adults, who are most at risk, continues to grow in coming decades. The findings from this study suggest rates of dementia can move in a positive direction, but more research will be needed to pinpoint the full set of social, behavioral, and medical factors that directly influence the development of and reduced risk for Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

The HRS, launched in 1992, is a longitudinal study of people 50 and older funded by the NIA with contributions from the Social Security Administration. It currently follows more than 22,000 individuals, collecting data every two years, from preretirement to advanced age. The study consists of extensive interviews with participants, who are asked detailed questions about their health, economic status, social factors, cognitive ability, and life circumstances. The interviews also include a set of physical performance tests, body measurements, blood and saliva samples, and a psychosocial questionnaire.

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Older adults with above average memory skills for their age—so-called cognitive “superagers”—have distinct differences in brain networks compared to their cognitively normal peers. NIA-funded researchers identified two brain network regions that remain robust in superagers, and may enable them to perform on memory tests as well as middle-aged people, and even young adults.

Brain atrophy, characterized by a loss in cortical thickness, is common with aging.

Researchers led by Dr. Brad Dickerson at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, explored these brain volume differences in superagers, in part to discover whether cortical thickness in older people could predict memory performance. Their findings were published in the Sept. 14, 2016 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience.

In the study, 41 young volunteers (mean age mid-20s) and 40 older participants (mean age mid-to-late 60s) underwent memory testing and magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs) to measure brain volume. Based on the memory tests, researchers identified 17 superagers. Compared to their peers, the superagers showed little to no loss of cortical volume of brain regions within the default mode and salience networks that are important to memory storage, attention, encoding and retrieval.

Notably, in some superagers, these regions were so well preserved that they were indistinguishable from the young volunteers. The researchers also found that the hippocampus—a brain region important to learning and memory—was well preserved in the superagers.

More research is needed to better understand the factors that may lead to resilience against age-related cognitive decline in people with above average memories as they age. Additional studies could also elucidate whether and how memory and cortical thickness in cognitive superagers change over time.

A HEALTHY BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT

The Goal Of A Retirement Community Many people delay the decision to move to a retirement community due to misconceptions or fear. They often regret not making the decision to move sooner; when they were healthier, more involved, or did not realize how lonely they were and the reasons go on and on. Regret is undesirable in all times of life; retirement decisions are no different.

The many activities and daily interactions with friends and neighbors offer a dynamic and stimulating environment.

Residents freely share their thoughts about retirement living in general and the choices available to them. As you read through this article, look for the comfort, freedom and peace of mind that come from making informed choices.

“Statistics show that retirement community residents live healthier and longer lives than those living alone.” That doesn’t sound like rocket science; we need people. A resident commented, “If I knew how many of my friends lived here, I would have moved in years ago.” As one resident says, “I have to admit, it was lonely sometimes at home, now there is always something enjoyable to do.” Whether

you want to participate in all of the social activities and outings or read a good book in the quiet of your apartment, the choice is yours.

“I love telling stories and reminiscing but it’s not always easy when they’re thirty years younger than me,” remarks a resident.

A retirement community, by its very nature, allows people to interact with people their own age affording greater empathy and identification. Memories and recollections are complimented when two people can truly share the depth and breathe of events.

Somewhat tongue-in-cheek yet true, is the adage that retirement communities provide a “constant reservoir of friends.” “I never have to worry about home upkeep or shoveling again,” said a smiling resident. Now you can choose what you would like to spend time doing: cooking in your apartment, patio gardening, traveling, learning to paint or play the piano; all of the things you never felt you had time to do before. The choice is yours.

Keeping the mind, body and spirit healthy is the goal of many retirement communities. “When I moved here, it was very impressive to see how many care about my wellbeing,” a resident reported. Your choice of personal wellness goals are supported by a retirement community’s team who are all rooting for you. “Wellness programs” are growing initiatives in retirement communities to ensure balance, increased strength and awareness of changes.

Many retirement communities provide a spiritual component through pastoral visits or Sunday services that keep your hope and faith strong through all times of life.

Retirement communities offer various forms of financial protections like “life care” or “endowments” that protect your financial future regardless of your health.

A “life care” type contract also provides the potential for tax deductions for prepaid medical expenses. If you don’t feel the need for long term health care coverage, many communities offer rental programs, so again the choice is yours as to which option works best for you.

“When my wife had her stroke, it was so convenient to visit her several times a day. I couldn’t do that if I had to drive each way,” commented a resident. Should a care need arise, retirement communities can provide professional and caring services, all in the comfort of your “community.”

The choice is yours regarding your lifestyle and many elements need to be considered in making your decision. Should you decide that a retirement community is right for you, there are many elements, such as the ones listed here, that need to be considered and weighed, so that you can feel confident about your choice.

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU: 7 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH IN 2017 If you’ve been meaning to take better care of your health, the advent of the new year presents an ideal opportunity. Perhaps you’re looking to overhaul your diet and start eating more fruits and vegetables, or maybe you’re aiming to start some low-impact exercise routines to promote better heart and bone health. However you’re looking to improve your physical well-being this season, now is the time to get started!

1. Start walking If you are able, start to walk as much as you can, whether it’s around your neighborhood, the park or a nearby beach. In the wintertime when the weather is inclement, consider walking in an indoor shopping mall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that able-bodied seniors need around two and a half hours of exercise every week and that walking counts toward that number. So leave the car at home, pop on your walking shoes and get moving.

2. Eat more seafood One way to improve your diet is to incorporate more seafood, specifically oily fish such as tuna, salmon and sardines. As Eating Well explained, fish is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help improve cardiovascular and mental health. A study on the impact of omega-3 fatty acids revealed that people who eat more seafood tend to have healthier blood pressure readings.

3. Find small ways to get moving It can be hard to find the time to exercise, but as Prevention noted, there are a number of simple ways that you can move more. For example, walk to the store if you can instead of driving, take the stairs instead of the elevator and so on. Even really small steps, such as walking around your office or home every half an hour or so can have a positive impact. In essence, before you opt for the car or the elevator ask yourself the question, “Can I walk this?” You’ll soon notice a positive change in your habits.

4. Eat more whole grains Essential for digestive health, fiber is key to any balanced and healthy diet. One surefire way to improve your intake, according to Eating Well, is to eat a greater range and variety of whole-grain products. Examples include whole-grain breads, quinoa, oatmeal and brown rice. Be careful not to overindulge in sugary breakfast bars and cereals though. Fiber is beneficial because in addition to promoting good digestion it can help safeguard against heart disease and certain cancers, notably colon cancer.

Getting enough sleep is a crucial part of any healthy lifestyle.Getting enough sleep is a crucial part of any healthy lifestyle.

5. Get more sleep It is common knowledge that many U.S. adults don’t get enough sleep – hectic schedules, family commitments and stimulation from electronics can all have a negative impact on one’s ability to sleep. One way to improve your health in 2017, is to make a concerted effort to get more sleep. The CDC explained that all adults, no matter their age, require around eight hours of sleep every night. If you are struggling to hit that number there are a number of steps you can take to get there. For example, stop using electronics an hour or so before bed, go to bed at a regular time every night, ensure that the room is dark and comfortable and avoid eating or drinking alcohol right before you sleep. If insomnia is something that you struggle with on a frequent basis, consult with your physician for extra help and guidance.

6. Drink water You may be surprised to learn that many adults are consistently slightly dehydrated – many of us just don’t drink enough water. This is a mistake, because as Care2 detailed, our bodies need water to stay healthy. Often, achy feelings and fatigue can be nixed by increasing your water intake. A great way to ensure that you drink more H2O is to carry a water bottle with you while you’re out and about.

7. Ditch the bad habits An important step toward improving your health is to put a stop to the bad habits that may be harming your long-term well-being: smoking, drinking too much alcohol, eating junk food and so on. As the CDC advised, quitting smoking is especially important, as smoking can obviously cause a whole range of chronic conditions – heart disease, cancer, high blood pressure, to name just a few. If you need extra help and guidance quitting, consult with your physician. And keep in mind that, as the CDC stressed, it’s never too late to quit, even if you have been smoking for decades. Those who quit will see a notable reduction in their risk of certain diseases such as cancer For more information visit www.captel.com.

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MAKING A SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION You have made the decision to move into an assisted living residence. Yet you still have many questions. Do I really need the help? Will I make new friends? Will I receive help when I need it? Will I continue to see my family and friends?

While all these questions are common, the answer to all of them is the same— Yes! You can make new friends, you can receive the personal assistance you need, and you can continue to see your family and friends.

Change can be challenging. The time it takes to transition is different for everyone. The keys to success are preparation, a positive attitude, a supportive network of family and friends, along with patience and understanding—all will prepare you for a smooth transition.

Privacy Concerns One of the biggest differences between living in your own home and assisted living is the number of people under one roof. You will have the opportunity to be around your contemporaries and make new friends. However, that doesn’t mean you will lose your privacy. Your apartment is your space. Friends and family can visit you, but you determine when. You may want to request a key to your apartment for added privacy and security.

What To Bring To Your New Home Soon after selecting a facility, residents say to begin planning for your move, including deciding which personal items such as furniture, keepsakes, and photographs to move.

Based upon their personal experiences, many residents suggest you see the actual apartment or unit that you will move into and take measurements. Ask the administrator or director what furniture, if any, the residence will provide. Some residences may provide minimal furniture, such as a bed or chair upon request; other residences encourage you to bring whatever furnishings will make you feel comfortable in your new home. Experience indicates that making choices about personal possessions is difficult at the time; however, one resident said, “It’s not as bad as you think . . . Try to remain positive and have family and friends help you.”

Residents suggest that you might want to leave large pieces of furniture at home, since your apartment will probably be smaller than your current home. They also suggest that you bring smaller prized possessions to create that “at-home” feeling in your new assisted living apartment. And, for those possessions that you can’t part with but aren’t sure that you want to bring with you, consider putting those items in a storage unit or asking family to temporarily store the items for you. This way you will have time to determine which items are important to have with you at your new home.

You should start packing well in advance of the actual move. Sort through your clothes and decide what you will need and how much your new closets will hold.

Residents advise to be sure to look at available closet and storage space to avoid bringing more than the closets can hold. Avoid bringing too many of one thing such as coats.

Moving Day Helpers When moving day arrives and you are ready to set up your new home, ask family and friends to help arrange and organize your apartment. Many assisted living residences have staff members who can help move your furniture and other heavy pieces into your new apartment. You will want to find out what assistance the residence offers before you arrive on moving day. Although staff, family members, and friends are there to help you, it is important that you decide how your apartment is arranged.

Remember, arranging your apartment to suit your preferences will make your adjustment easier.

Making the Emotional Transition Moving is hard. It can make anyone feel overwhelmed and stressed. However, these feelings are generally temporary and disappear after you establish your own routine. “Give it time and you will adjust,” said one resident. In talking with other residents, you will find many of them felt the same way. Some residents found comfort in talking with clergy. Others found comfort in talking to a neighbor or close friend.

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FOR YOU AND YOUR

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APPLYING ONLINE FOR SOCIAL SECURITY RETIREMENT AND SPOUSEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BENEFITS

By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI We at Social Security have a romantic story weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to share with older couples out there who are thinking about applying for retirement benefits.

There was a husband and wife getting ready to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary. The two of them did everything together. They became friends when they were still in school. They were sweethearts before they even graduated. Their courtship lasted for years and they tied the knot at what they considered then to be the â&#x20AC;&#x153;ripe old ageâ&#x20AC;? of 26.

When the kids were young, they enjoyed family vacations, road trips, and amusement park visits. As empty nesters, they shopped together, ate together, went to the movies together, and paid their bills together. They even began emailing their grandchildren together.

So when they both reached full retirement age in the same month, we were glad they could do something else together: apply online for Social Security retirement and spouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyonline.

They were thrilled to learn how easy it was to file their applications from the comfort and convenience of their own home.

His application for retirement benefits and her application for spouseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benefits were both done in no time. Not having to spend time driving to their local Social Security office or waiting in line once they got there gave them more time to do other things together.

Their first payments have already arrived by direct deposit. In fact, they plan to use part of their first benefit payments for a romantic getaway.

So if you and your spouse are thinking about applying for benefits, why not do it together online? Applying online for retirement takes less time than a walk in the park.

To apply online for Social Security benefits, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/applyonline.

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Jewish Home Choosing a Senior Living Community Submitted by: St. Anne’s Salvatorian Campus Selecting the right senior living community is an important decision that involves more than simply choosing a floor plan – it’s about a standard of living. In addition to meeting your social, spiritual and recreational requirements, you also want to ensure that there is a continuum of care in place to meet your needs if and when they change.

By learning more about your living options, you can make the choice that’s right for you and ensure you enjoy a happy, healthy, and fulfilling home environment.

Whether your search is prompted by a serious medical condition or the desire for a lifestyle change, finding the right community to call home can be challenging and stressful. The best way to find the right home is to visit and take a tour. It will most likely take more than one visit to make a decision as to whether or not a community is right for you. So here are a few tips and questions to consider as you explore your living options.

TIPS FOR YOUR VISIT: Tip #1 – Observe the level of cleanliness.

Tip #2 – Observe safety and security features.

Tip #3 – Observe the homelike qualities and décor.

Tip #4 – Visit during an activity or event.

Tip #5 – Visit the outdoor areas.

Tip #6 – Pay attention to staff friendliness.

Tip #7 – Stop by for a meal.

Tip #8 – Get feedback from residents and families.

Tip #9 – Consider facility location to friends and family.

Tip #10 – Remember to follow your instincts and your heart.

Questions to ask during your visit: 01 Are there written materials that explain the types of care provided and the as sociated costs?

02 What types of payment sources are accepted?

03 Are transportation services offered to medical or personal appointments?

04 What services are available without leaving the building such as dental care, vision care, podiatry services, hearing services, hair/beauty salon, etc.?

05 Are there spa/tub services available?

06 Are rehabilitation services available such as occupational, physical and speech therapy?

07 Is there a memory care program, and are there special activities for residents with Alzheimer’s?

08 Is there a recreational therapist/activity director on staff? What types of activi ties are available to residents?

09 Are pets allowed as tenants or visitors?

10 Are special menus/diets available to residents? Is there a registered dietician on staff?

11 What times are meals served?

12 Is there a social worker on staff?

13 What types of staffing patterns are used?

14 What about housekeeping and laundry services?

15 What about cable and telephone services?

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Seniors

& ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture is the proven, 3,000 year old medicine from China. Acupuncture and TCM have been in the United States for the last 30 years. In this article I will refer to Oriental Medicine as TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and this article will mostly deal with acupuncture.

Acupuncture uses very fine needles, thinner than a human hair and they are not painful. The needles are used to activate various body energy channels called meridians. These meridians are the pathways to a healthy body and mind. If the pathways are disrupted, then there are problems with the body and/or mind.

Acupuncture works by activating the body’s regulation system. If the meridians are out of balance then you can have pain, sickness or lack of stamina. Using acupuncture to rebalance the body helps to eliminate the pain, relieve the sickness and give you more energy. This is accomplished by using specific points of the body that will help to rebalance the body. This rebalancing sometimes occurs immediately, and at other times may take many months.

Senior Citizens are experienced in medical problems!

Senior citizens have collected a lifetime of experience with medical problems.

The dynamic nature of life is never still and the body collects the life experiences and seems to give them back to you when you age. Pills do not seem to be the answer and not all surgeries are needed and /or successful. Into this picture we introduce acupuncture.

In TCM it is the symptoms that are treated, not a named illness or a particular problem. The acupuncturist treats the symptoms. If they can relieve the symptoms, healing occurs. This is the backbone of the success of acupuncture. It treats symptoms very effectively.

Pain is Senior Citizens most constant companion Pain is a big problem with seniors. Some seniors have suffered years of pain

without relief. Many seniors are so used to their pain that they don’t think there is anything that can be done to help them. When we treat seniors for pain, the most often heard comment is “why did I not try this years ago?”. In many cases once relief is achieved the pain never returns. All of this is accomplished without the use of dangerous pain medications that have many warnings of bad side effects.

As we age, we get a little stiffer. Our lack of exercise and good stretching habits during our lifetime tend to slow us down in old age. Acupuncture, by virtue of its ability to increase the circulation in the meridians, helps to restore mobility in many seniors. There are many instances of seniors no longer needing to only rely on walkers or canes in order to get around. This is a great improvement for many people and they can function much better.

Acupuncture can provide nourishment and strength Another advantage of acupuncture is its ability to nourish the body, and by doing that, help heal patients. These nourishing treatments increase circulation in the meridians and supply energy and healing power to areas of the body that may not have been getting enough nourishment. Once the body is better nourished, you feel better and can accomplish more.

One of the major nourishment principles is to increase the Qi, which is the TCM theory of energy. This Qi strengthens the blood and nourishes our head. Thus, it helps hearing, eyesight, balance and memory. All of these are concerns of seniors and acupuncture can help.

Quiet Anxiety and lessen depression with Acupuncture Anxiety and depression are serious problems with seniors. There is a great deal of help offered by acupuncture for these conditions. As the body is balanced and nourished, emotional problems are smoothed out. Sleep is better and more restful and the day’s concerns and worries are not as prominent. Treatments with acupuncture are a helpful addition to emotional stability.

Another problem with aging is neurological problems. Numb hands and feet are a common complaint and here again acupuncture has proven effective in lessening the effects of these problems. Walking is easier and a sense of touch is returned to many seniors.

Acupuncture can put your body back in balance!

By receiving acupuncture a person allows their system to be put back in balance.

A body in balance is a healthy body and many aging problems are reduced or eliminated. Give acupuncture a try; it may just be the best thing you have done for yourself.

Dr. Willliam F. Hughes, Jr. PhD, Dipl. Ac. 414-607-0900.

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THE MEMORY ISSUE Surveys show that if you are concerned about memory loss it is most likely due to a stressful time, aging, illness or distraction.

Where are my keys? Did I buy what I actually stopped at the store for? What day is it? Remember the days when you never asked these questions because “senior moments” were not part of the normal day. If you are reading this article because you are concerned about your ability to recall, you may not have to worry. Surveys show that if you are concerned about memory loss it is most likely due to a stressful time, aging, illness or distraction. However, those who do not worry about memory loss are more likely to be suffering from dementia.

According to a John Hopkins Special Report on age-associated memory impairment there are a number of things you can do to improve the chances of keeping your memory sharp.

Stay mentally active – learn something new, volunteer, do crossword puzzles, read.

Stay physically active – exercise increases the blood flow to the brain resulting in clear thinking. Walking or an exercise program for 30 minutes a few days a week is all it takes.

Rule out other causes of memory loss – check with your doctor memory loss could be due to a medication, hearing loss, depression, thyroid dysfunction, vitamin deficiency or stress which are all treatable.

Do not smoke – smokers over age 65 are 3.7 times more likely to experience mental decline.

Limit alcohol consumption – experts recommend no more than one drink a day for women and two per day for men.

Place commonly lost items in the same spot – get into the habit of putting your

keys, glasses or other important items in the same location every time.

Write things down – keep a to do list and add numbers or important dates as necessary.

Say words out loud – hearing can increase recall. Repeating a persons name right away can help you remember. ..“Hello Mary, it is nice to meet you”.

Group items using mnemonics – which is a technique used to enhance memory.

Associate what you are trying to remember with something that is familiar or paint a mental picture until you see it clearly. Try to alphabetize a list or put it to song.

Use memory aids – notepads, cell phone alarms and voice recorders can all assist in keeping track of important information.

Use visual images – to remember a name create a story and picture the person acting out their name. Mrs. Baker could be making a batch of cookies.

Stop worrying – Concentrate and relax. Use a deep breathing or muscle relaxing technique to keep the stress and anxiety levels low so you can think clearly.

Age associated memory loss is common and is not necessarily a sign of a serious neurologic disorder. See your doctor with any ongoing concerns you may have.

Build the above suggestions into your day and create an atmosphere for creative thinking, learning and activity. The more you challenge your mind the sharper it will remain.

Tudor Oaks Retirement Community encourages you to design your retirement to keep your mind healthy and clear. Join us on July 15th at 2:00pm to learn how you can Maximize Your Memory.

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Senior Options For older adults who are able to stay in their own homes with some help, personal care services can be the answer.

Along with aging, health issues often arise that make it difficult for seniors to live on their own without some assistance. But today, there are a number of options to

help seniors maintain their highest levels of independence.

For older adults who are able to stay in their own homes with some help, personal care services can be the answer. A trained personal care worker can do household tasks such as laundry, light housekeeping, preparing meals and light housekeeping.

Caregivers can also run necessary errands and help with bathing, grooming and dressing.

Some nonmedical home care services will either match you with a qualified caregiver, or train the caregiver of your choice, - such as a friend or relative - to become your personal care worker. Your caregiver can help for just a few hours a week, or 24/7, depending upon your needs.

Personal care services that offer Medical Assistance Personal Care can also provide nurse-directed assistance with medically related tasks, such as using a Hoyer lift and medication assistance.

If you need a higher level of medical support, a licensed home health service may be the answer. These organizations offer skilled nursing care under a plan of treatment ordered by your physician. Home health services also can provide occupational, speech and respiratory therapies if that is part of your treatment plan.

Seniors who may be living with other family members or in a community-based residential facility (CBRF) can opt to socialize, participate in a wide variety of activities, including wellness programs, at day centers designed specifically for older adults. Usually, seniors attend day center programs when their caregivers are at work or need some time to take care of themselves.

Assisted living is another option for people who need some level of care monitoring services. An assisted living residence, usually an apartment, combines housing, personalized supportive services and health care for people who need help with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating, etc.) According to the Wisconsin Assisted Living Association, the state has more than 2,400 assisted living facilities.

Residents range from fairly independent seniors to those who have serious chronic conditions and disabilities.

A good source of information on residential options for seniors, including resources for care in your home or alternatives to living in your own home, is the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Website. Visit www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/bqaconsumer/assistedliving/index.htm for more information.

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Who Performs Eye Exams?

An eye care professional is either an optometrist or ophthalmologist. An ophthalmologist is a medical or osteopathic doctor who specializes in eye and vision care.

An optometrist is the primary health care professional for the eye. Both professionals are qualified to perform eye exams.

Aging and Vision Changes As you age, it is normal to experience some changes in your vision, such as difficulty adjusting to glare, and distinguishing some colors, particularly shades of blue and green. Some common vision problems require glasses or contacts to see clearly and up close. However, these changes can be easily corrected and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lead to vision loss or blindness. Remember, vision loss is not a normal part of aging. In fact, you can live an active lifestyle well into your later years without ever experiencing vision loss.

How Our Eyes Work To keep our eyes healthy, it helps to know the different parts of the eye. There are many different parts of the eye that help create vision.

Cornea. Light passes through the cornea, the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye. The cornea bends or refracts the light coming into the eye.

Iris. The iris is the colored part of the eye. It controls the amount of light that enters the eye through an opening called the pupil.

Pupil. The pupil is the opening in the iris. The iris adjusts the size of the pupil and controls the amount of light that can enter the eye.

Lens. The lens is a clear part of the eye that focuses light coming into the eye. The lens is behind the pupil and fine tunes the image that reflects onto the retina.

Retina. The retina is a thin, delicate, light-sensitive tissue that lines the inside of the eye. It converts light into electrical signals and sends them to the optic nerve.

Optic nerve. The optic nerve is a bundle of about one million nerve fibers that carries electrical signals from the eyes to the brain. The brain interprets these signals, allowing us to see.

Macula. The macula is the most sensitive part of the retina. It provides the sharp, central vision we use for activities such as reading and watching television.

Tips for Healthy Eyes Your eyes are an important part of your health. There are many things you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your best. Follow these steps for maintaining healthy vision well into your later years.

Eat a Healthy Diet Eating a healthy balanced diet is important for your overall health and wellbeing.

A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, particularly dark leafy vegetables such as spin

PRESBYOPIA<<page 32 CK changes the shape of the cornea of one eye using radio frequency energy applied to the periphery of the cornea in a circular pattern. The result is a monovision correction, with the treated eye focused for reading. Only patients with good uncorrected distance vision are candidates for CK. Lastly, there are some exciting new technologies available for correction of presbyopia with intraocular lenses. Intraocular lenses, or “implants”, have been safely used for about 40 years to replace the natural lens of the eye when it is removed during cataract surgery. The traditional intraocular lens, still most commonly used, corrects the vision for one distance, typically giving good distance vision without glasses after cataract surgery but leaving the patient with a need for reading glasses.

Now there are several intraocular lenses available which can give reading vision as well. These specialty implants may compromise distance vision a bit in order to provide the near vision, but many of our patients are thrilled with the fact that they can read and drive with little or no dependence on glasses. Our own Dr. Peter Foote is an expert in the use of these specialty implants. You can reach us at 414-271-2020 if you’d like to find out more about your vision correction options.

Dr. Michelle H. Pedersen, O.D. is a comprehensive eye care specialist at Milwaukee Eye Care Associates. Dr. Peter S. Foote is the medical director. Please contact Dr. Pedersen at 414-271-2020 for additional information on Presbyopia or to set up an appointment for a comprehensive eye care exam.

VISION<<page 9 and Johns Hopkins. “These revolutionary drugs inhibit the growth of the abnormal blood vessels that cause wet AMD. Although there are NO guarantees, we have seen remarkable results. With regular injections (about every 4-8 weeks), we are able to stop the progression of wet AMD in 90% of our patients and even have up to 30% gain improvement in vision.” (These injections are also successfully used to treat diabetes-related vision damage.)

Ways to maintain independence “AMD patients can stay independent and productive by following their doctor’s treatment plan, utilizing low vision aids (like handheld and closed circuit TV magnifiers, telescopic devices, talking books, etc.), contacting support/transport services, and learning new ways to perform activities,” says past president of the Milwaukee Optometric Society David Scheidt, OD. Tips for Preventing Vision Loss “Sight-robbing conditions like AMD, diabetes and glaucoma often develop first in one eye without early symptoms. A comprehensive eye exam is the only way to accurately detect these disorders,” says Michael Raciti, MD, an eye care specialist and surgeon who volunteers his time to teach ophthalmologists-in-training. He recommends the following steps to protect vision: Schedule regular dilated eye exams (every 2 years over the age of 50; every year if you have early AMD or a family history). Part of that exam may include an OCT diagnostic laser scan and an Amsler Grid test.

If you notice a problem with your vision (especially straight lines appearing wavy or blind or dark spots) don’t ignore it. Call immediately to schedule an appointment.

Wear sunglasses and hats with brims. Prolonged or frequent UV-light exposure may be a factor in developing AMD and cataracts.

Have a blood sugar test every 3 years after age 45. Diabetes increases the risk of eye conditions, including cataracts and glaucoma.

Avoid smoking. It can increase the risk of AMD by 2-5 times, as well as raise other eye disease risks. Second-hand smoke is also a threat to vision.

Maintain a balanced diet high in healthy nutrients (vitamins, minerals and antioxidants) and low in fat and sugar. Some studies show that lutein and zeaxanthin (found in eggs and spinach) may help protect your retina. Other studies have shown that a high-dose combination of vitamins C and E, beta-carotene and zinc can reduce the risk of developing advanced AMD by about 25% and the risk of related vision loss by about 19% in patients with certain types of AMD. Although these nutrients cannot cure AMD or restore vision, they may be key to protecting existing vision. Do not, however, start taking these on your own. Your eye care specialist should conduct an evaluation to determine if and what kind of supplements may be helpful for you.

FREE Booklets & Information Eye Care Specialists’ doctors are dedicated to providing the highest quality AMD, cataract, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, dry eye, and laser vision correction care.

They frequently lecture to the public and fellow physicians and have written their own series of booklets on these conditions. Call 414-321-7035 for FREE copies or to schedule an appointment for a thorough examination at their offices on 7th & Wisconsin Avenue, Mayfair Road across from the mall, or 102nd & National Avenue.

They also offer information at www.eyecarespecialists.net.

BRAIN<<page 5 The same foods that contribute to coronary heart disease also are associated with a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease. However, HDL (the good cholesterol) may protect brain cells. So, use canola and olive oil, and grill or bake foods.

Protective Foods The Alzheimer’s Association lists the foods in the chart below as “protective foods.” Unfortunately, there is not enough information to provide recommendations for the specific amounts that should be eaten of any of these foods. It has been found that older women who ate the most green, leafy and cruciferous vegetables were one to two years younger in mental function than those women who ate few of these vegetables.

Other Helpful Vitamins Other vitamins that may be helpful include vitamins E, B-12 and folic acid. However, it currently appears that there isn’t any data to indicate taking more of any of these than the recommended amount. You do need to be certain you are not becoming deficient in any of these. A deficiency of vitamin B-12 can cause disorientation and confusion.

After the age of 50, the stomach makes less acid, which is needed to absorb vitamin B-12 from foods that naturally contain it. Thus, individuals over age 50 should start eating foods that are fortified with B-12 or take a multivitamin that contains 2.4 micrograms of B-12. The recommended amounts for vitamin B-6 are 1.7 mg for men and 1.5 mg for women. For folic acid, the recommendation is 400 micrograms per day, and for vitamin E, it’s 15 mg or 30 IU per day. A multivitamin should provide those doses. Don’t forget that your diet needs to be healthy, as well.

Joan Pleuss, R.D., C.D.E., a registered dietitian, is currently a Senior Research Dietitian in the General Clinical Research Center located at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She is a certified diabetes educator and has held positions with both the State of Wisconsin Dietitians Affiliated Credentialing Board and the American Dietetic Association. Joan also selects, edits, and provides the nutrition analysis for the “Recipes” page in TOPS News.

Joan writes several website articles about nutrition each year for TOPS.

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programming and fine tuning ability. The more channels you have, the greater the technology and ability to adjust to your needs. For example, a 16 channel hearing aid is generally more technologically advanced than a 6 channel hearing aid BUT, the prices can be the same. You would want the 16 channel hearing aid, not the 6 channel. Again, a quality hearing aid manufacturer is essential.

3) How long is the warranty, does it include loss and damage, and how much are office visits?

4) Who pays for batteries? Are the hearing aids rechargeable? What accessories are available?

5) How long is the trial period?

If I return my hearing aids during the trial period, how much will it cost me? Some establishments do not offer any refunds, or charge large return fees. If you don’t like your $6000.00 set of new hearing aids, you can get stuck with them.

Feel free to contact me and ask these questions. I’d be happy to evaluate your hearing and provide a free consultation to give you my opinion of your hearing loss.

Dr. Douglas Kloss is an audiologist with over 23 years of experience.

He has locations in the Milwaukee and Madison area.

Midwest Audiology Center, LLC, 4818 S. 76th St., Suite 3, Greenfield, WI 53220. www.midwestaudiology. net 414-281-8300 Wisconsin Hearing Aids, Inc. 1310 Mendota St., Suite 113, Madison, WI 53714. www.wisconsinhearingaids. com 608-244-1221 Dr. Kloss offers a free comprehensive diagnostic audiological exam and free hearing aid consultation for all patients. By appointment only.