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Editor’s Note I am soooo glad it’s March. We are now approaching spring and I am thrilled. I did manage work out quite a bit this last month and I hope you were able to do the same. I encourage you to get out there on those sunny days and get some exercise.

With the winter being so much warmer than usual, I really keep the extra pounds at bay.

March is a great month that marks the thought of spring weather coming soon. The anticipation of biking, blading and morning walks gets me in a better mood as the winter winds down. March also marks my daughter’s fifth birthday. If time flies by this fast, I think it is important to slow down. We are a country that promotes fast pace in everything we do. Keeping healthy means slowing down and releasing the stress. Whether it’s meditation, exercise or even an afternoon nap, it’s extremely important to destress and unwind.

We’ve put together another good issue for you. This is our annual Health, Well-Being, Children’s and Senior Directory. It should help you find the best place for your health needs. So I encourage you to hold on to this special edition. We at MHL like to keep things uncomplicated because we know healthcare decisions are almost never easy. We strive to find articles that will answer whatever health questions you may have. We would like to thank all the great people we’ve spoken to who have contributed to this issue and we also thank you, our readers, for all your suggestions and comments! Stay healthy!

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Rosacea AN ESTIMATED 16 MILLION AMERICANS HAVE ROSACEA, A CHRONIC INFLAMMATORY SKIN CONDITION...

ROSACEA TYPICALLY BEGINS IN MIDDLE AGE AND OCCURS MORE OFTEN IN FAIRSKINNED PEOPLE AND IN WOMEN. 01 See your doctor to confirm the diagnosis.

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University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter An estimated 16 million Americans have rosacea, a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by recurrent flushing and redness of the face. It may be accompanied by “broken� blood vessels on the nose and cheeks; bumps and pimples (different from adult acne); and red, itchy, dry eyes and swollen eyelids (ocular rosacea). In severe cases, men in particular may develop a red, bumpy, bulbous nose (rhinophyma).

Rosacea typically begins in middle age and occurs more often in fair-skinned people and in women. It may have a genetic component. Though the damage can be progressive, the symptoms tend to wax and wane, and what sets them off differs from person to person. Alcohol often induces flare-ups, but does not cause rosacea. It’s a myth that people with rosacea are more likely to have an alcohol problem.

There’s no cure for rosacea, but it can be controlled. Here’s how: See your doctor to confirm the diagnosis. You may be given oral antibiotics (which may reduce symptoms due to their anti-inflammatory action) and/or topical medications or other drugs, such as retinoids. Various light and laser procedures may reduce redness and visible capillaries, as well as remove excess tissue from the nose to improve its appearance. These treatments usually require several sessions.

Identify your triggers. Common rosacea triggers are hot or cold weather, sun exposure, emotional stress, spicy foods, alcohol, wind, exercise, hot bath and hot beverages. The National Rosacea Society provides a diary (at rosacea.org/patients) that helps you track your triggers, along with tips on how to avoid them. If you are sensitive to extreme temperatures, protect your face in cold weather with a scarf or ski mask, and avoid getting overheated when exercising by switching to a lowerintensity activity or doing shorter workouts. Ask your doctor if any drugs you take can cause flushing.

Take self-care steps. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water; pat dry. When outside, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with titanium dioxide or zinc oxide, which are less irritating than other chemicals in sunscreens. Avoid skin-care products with alcohol, menthol, peppermint, eucalyptus oil, sodium lauryl sulfate or anything else that may sting or burn. Use products marketed for sensitive skin; some are designed specifically for rosacea. Cosmetics with a green tint can help counter the appearance of the redness and cover visible blood vessels.

If you have eye symptoms, see an eye specialist. Left untreated, ocular rosacea can affect the cornea and lead to vision loss. Artificial tears and washing your eyelids with diluted baby shampoo can help, but some cases may require oral antibiotics or other medical treatment..

Get support. Rosacea can be unsightly and embarrassing. People with severe cases may become socially isolated and depressed.

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Lori Zanteson Environmental Nutrition Starting the day with a healthy breakfast can jumpstart your morning and set a positive tone for the whole day. Taking in some fast-breaking fuel is not only energizing, it can sharpen your mental and physical performance and help you maintain weight control. Take these factors into consideration as you’re planning the perfect breakfast to power your day.

Food for thought. The positive effects of eating breakfast rely on consistence. Children and adolescents who ate breakfast regularly improved attention, concentration, memory, and school achievement, when compared to irregular breakfast eaters or skippers, in a study in the October 2008 Indian Pediatrics. Performance was also affected by the type of foods eaten for breakfast, says a study published in the June 2011 British Journal of Nutrition. School children who ate a breakfast of foods that were low in glycemic index (GI, a ranking of carbohydrates according to impact on glucose) and high in glycemic load (considers the impact of both type and amount of carbohydrates on glucose,) such as oats, whole grains, milk, and fruit, reported being more alert and less sluggish.

Mindless munching. “If you’re under-fueled,” says Roberta Anding, M.S., R.D., spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, “you’re more likely to snack and practice mindless eating. You owe it to yourself to go into the morning well fueled, with your blood sugar even keeled.”

Protein power. Eating protein at breakfast may have optimal effects on fullness.

In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, skim milk was measured against a fruit drink at breakfast on fullness scores and calorie intake at lunch. After consuming skim milk at breakfast, the overweight men and women in the study experienced higher satiety than those who had the fruit drink, and they ate an average of 200 fewer calories at lunch.

Dial in to what works for you. “The best breakfast,” says Anding, “is one you can and will eat.” While you can dream up the ideal, healthy breakfast, it’s not good nutrition if it doesn’t really happen. Instead, dial into your needs and consider what foods you enjoy and have time to whip up. If you don’t have time to prepare breakfast at home, stash instant oatmeal and dried fruit in your desk.

Tipping the scales. Regular breakfast eaters tend to weigh less than those who skip.

In fact, those who skip end up eating more throughout the day, which can lead to weight gain, according to a study in the February 2005 American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. That a.m. nosh can help reduce hunger throughout the day, making it easier to choose healthy foods. Breakfast even helps keep the weight off. Nearly 80% of the almost 3,000 participants in the National Weight Control Registry, who had maintained their weight loss for at least a year, ate breakfast every day.

Keep it balanced. Ideally, says Anding, breakfast should include a low-GI carb, such as whole grains, that don’t produce rapid rises or falls in blood sugar, with a source of protein. “Usually people go with something like eggs or yogurt. Oatmeal with milk and fruit also makes a good breakfast.” Her favorite fallback breakfast is overnight oatmeal , which slow-cooks all night and is ready in the morning. “It’s awesome. And you can reheat it the rest of the week,” says Anding.

Reprinted with permission from Environmental Nutrition, 52 Riverside Dr., Suite 15-A, New York, NY 10024.

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Want something more substantial? Try mixing a Dole cup with plain fat-free Greek yogurt or cottage cheese. Or toss one into a salad of greens and toasted almonds. Or stir it into a bowl of whole-grain cereal.

If you want to save plastic (and freezer space), don’t overlook bags of frozen fruit. Dole and other companies sell not just blueberries, strawberries, and pineapple, but blackberries, cherries, sliced peaches, mango, and raspberries— all with no added sugars.

There’s nothing like a smoothie made with low-fat milk or plain yogurt, a banana, and frozen fruit. It’s a fast freeze. Who needs juice, fruit snacks, fruit pops, or sweetened fruit cups when the real thing is (better than) a piece of cake?

Copyright 2012 SPI, Reprinted/Adapted from Nutrition Action Healthletter, 1875 Connecticut Ave., N.W., Suite 300, Washington, D.C. 20009-5728.

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DEEP PAIN IN THE FEET AND LEGS LOSS OF SENSATION IN THE HANDS, FEET, AND LEGS, AS WELL AS BURNING, OR ITCHING PAIN.

By Dr. Steven Waldman, DPM Peripheral neuropathy is a term used to describe damage that has occurred in a nerve, or whole group of nerves. It occurs when the nerve cells of the peripheral nervous system (those outside of the brain and spinal cord) are weakened, and stop working. Peripheral neuropathy will usually arise in older individuals, and may be caused by a number of environmental factors and disease states. Neuropathy may be caused by side effects related to many useful medications such as cancer fighting agents (chemo-therapy), certain antibiotics, and other drugs that can treat everything from HIV to epilepsy. Neuropathy can also be idiopathic – having no known cause.

Additional causes include a pinched nerve (carpal tunnel), infections such as Lyme disease, hypothyroidism, pernicious anemia (vitamin B12 deficiency), autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, and most commonly – diabetes.

Tingling or burning in the arms and legs may be an early sign of nerve damage.

These feelings often start in your toes and feet. You may also have deep pain that often happens in the feet and legs. The symptoms related to neuropathy can also include a loss of sensation in the hands, feet, and legs, as well as burning, or itching pain. People who suffer from neuropathy can also experience cold feet/hands or hot feet. Some feel a full sensation and make statements like; “my feet don’t feel attached,” or “they feel full” or swollen. These symptoms can also be associated with a condition known as Restless leg syndrome. The symptoms of neuropathy are often worse at night and can make staying asleep impossible. The loss of position sense (proprioception) leads to a loss of balance exposing these patients to injury related to tripping and falling.

In the United States, one out of every 3 adults age 65 and over will fall with injuries severe enough to seek medical attention. Among that population, falls are a leading cause of injury, hospitalization and death. The combination of declining eyesight, neuropathy, and harmful drug interactions make falls more prevalent in older adults. These same causes also make driving more dangerous. Falls happen because of a loss of balance - balance is achieved through a combination of vision and neural feedback to the brain. Think of washing your hair in the shower – you close your eyes to rinse the shampoo out. Vision is out of the game – neural feedback is doing all of the work. A person with neuropathy in their legs and feet is prone to losing their balance and falling.

When should you seek help? Call your health care provider if you have a loss of sensation or movement of any area of the body while taking any medication. If you have neuropathy, early intervention and treatment is helpful to reduce the possibility of permanent damage. Poor blood glucose control in diabetics along with PAD (peripheral artery disease) contributes to nerve injury and worsening symptoms. Dia-

betes is the #1 cause of neuropathy - up to 60% of diabetics will develop it. For diabetics, carefully controlled blood sugar control is the key to neuropathy prevention.

Many diabetics get their diagnosis too late, and neural damage has already been done by poorly controlled blood sugar. Diabetics should be working closely with diabetic educators, their primary care physician and endocrinologist to maintain blood sugars within a normal range.

How is neuropathy diagnosed and what should you expect from your visit to the doctor? To begin with your doctor will take a careful history of your illness. You will need to discuss all medications you are taking with your doctor – certain combinations of medications can cause dizziness and disorientation. You will also have a physical exam. You may have blood tests to look for causes of your nerve damage.

You may also have tests to: check activity in your muscles, see how fast signals travel along a nerve, and check for nerve fiber density (how many nerves endings are in your skin).

Once you have been diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy, there are many treatment options to consider. Any underlying condition is treated first, followed by symptomatic treatment. Peripheral nerves have the ability to regenerate, as long as the nerve cell itself has not been killed. The treatment chosen should reduce further nerve injury, and increase function. Symptoms related to mild forms of peripheral neuropathy often can be controlled, and eliminating the causes of specific forms of neuropathy often can prevent new damage.

IN GENERAL, ADOPTING HEALTHY HABITS-SUCH AS MAINTAINING OPTIMAL WEIGHT, AVOIDING EXPOSURE TO TOXINS, FOLLOWING A PHYSICIAN-SUPERVISED EXERCISE PROGRAM, EATING A BALANCED DIET, CORRECTING VITAMIN DEFICIENCIES, AND LIMITING OR AVOIDING ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION-CAN REDUCE THE PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL EFFECTS OF PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY. Patients with neuropathy secondary to systemic disease and inflammatory disease states require more intensive treatments to prevent permanent nerve damage.

Treatment of symptoms related to more severe forms of neuropathy have traditionally centered on medications. Many of these medications have adverse side effects like dizziness. Whenever possible, avoid or reduce medication use to lessen the risk of side effects. TENS (Trans-cutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) units and various infrared lasers and light therapies have also been used. TENS units and laser/light therapies have minimal long term effects. The units are very expensive and too often offer little relief. Topical treatments such as lidocaine patches can be used for localized symptoms, but are also very expensive and offer little long term relief.

The problem for many patients with neuropathic pain is that there is no cure – only treatment. This does not mean that you should give up on seeking treatment.

Take control of your health and seek treatment promptly. Diabetics must strive for careful blood sugar control to prevent further damage. Patients who suffer from loss of balance or body awareness should participate in a fall prevention program.

Anyone suffering from neuropathy should get sufficient aerobic exercise; it can be as simple as a walk in your neighborhood. The CDC recommends that adults get at least a half an hour a day of moderate intensity (such as brisk walking) aerobic exercise. With any neuropathy treatment, you get more for less when you intervene sooner than later. An accurate diagnosis is critical in managing these conditions.

For people with a loss of balance, participation in a fall prevention program is critical. A fall prevention program can provide education, risk assessment, and preventative measures. Many people do not realize that as you get older or develop neuropathy (or both) that you lose your sense of balance and “body awareness.”

For patients with severe neuropathy or deformity like a drop foot, bracing helps to reconnect the foot to rest of the body. A brace is a medical device that improves mechanical function. For example, a drop foot is a mechanical condition commonly caused by strokes. The stroke damages an area in the brain responsible for movement. This loss of brain function creates an inability to lift the toes and ankle upward - making the foot “drop” and walking difficult. A brace can lift a drop foot to avoid tripping and make walking much easier. Mechanical aids like an ankle foot orthoses (such as a leg brace) can help reduce pain and lessen the impact of physical disability. Hand or foot braces can compensate for muscle weakness or alleviate nerve compression. Orthopedic shoes can improve gait disturbances and help prevent foot injuries in people with a loss of pain sensation.

An integrated treatment approach to neuropathy is usually required for a successful result. The newest treatments and therapies that are being used successfully to reduce nerve damage, limit symptoms, and reduce prolonged use of side-effect heavy medications. Health care providers well versed in neuropathy management employ combinations of medical, surgical, rehabilitative, and physical therapies.

These treatments are designed to keep you healthy and pain free, and seek - where possible - to restore function.

Dr. Steven Waldman is a board certified foot and ankle specialist who has been in practice in the Milwaukee area for 24 years. He is an expert at treating the causes and symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) and is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Society, and the American Diabetes Association. Contact Dr. Waldman at www.milwaukeefoot.com

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Your digestive system is like a cooking fire. In order to digest your food, it must have the right temperature and cook in an even manner. The digestive fire is not only critical for properly absorbing nutrients to help run your body, but also for preventing undigested food from becoming a toxic breeding ground for illness and dis-ease.

Unfortunately, few people today know what a healthy digestion is supposed to look and feel like. Instead symptoms of gas, irregular bowel movements, indigestion, bloating, heartburn, post-eating lethargy are so commonplace that they are considered normal.

Such symptoms are actually clues from your body-mind that something is out of balance. In Ayurveda, the ancient holistic medical system from India, disease is said to first start in the mind for it is from your beliefs and thoughts you take actions that either support or detract from health. These actions then create imbalance in the digestive system which is the root of the three life forces that govern the body and mind and, when out of balance, are the root of dis-ease. If these life forces continue to build in their imbalance, they will eventually spread to other areas of the body creating more symptoms and increasing the severity of the illness.

Your digestive system is working correctly when you have the following signs: â&#x20AC;˘ A Moderate and Regular Appetite: your appetite will be regular so that you are hungry about three times a day and will be satisfied after eating a moderate amount of mildly spiced foods. â&#x20AC;˘ Regular, Easy Elimination: every day you should have at least one bowel movement that is formed, moderate in size, easy to release and brownish color similar to the look of milk chocolate. â&#x20AC;˘ Lack of Digestive Symptoms: you should not have any regular symptoms such as gas, bloating, indigestion, burning, acid reflux, lethargy or heaviness after eating, or nausea. Through the natural flows of the life forces, you will occasionally get mild and fleeting cases of these symptoms but any regular pattern is a cue that there is a problem. â&#x20AC;˘ Overall Good Signs of Health: you will have a strong immune system, clear complexion, good circulation, adequate energy to carry you through your daily activities, and pleasant breath and body odor. Your senses and your mind will be sharp and clear as well.

To balance your digestive system and restore your body to health, Ayurveda uses non-invasive, natural tools such as herbs, diet, healthy eating guidelines, sense and body therapies, and lifestyle modifications.

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Graceful Aging with Integrative Medicine Tuesday, April 17 6:00 pm Presented by Anna Lamnari, MD, Geriatrician, Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group

No matter what your age, taking small preventative steps can help you live a long and vibrant life in body, mind and spirit. Dr. Lamnari completed an integrative medicine fellowship at the University of Arizona, a program founded by Dr. Andrew Weil. She will discuss nutrition, supplements and lifestyle changes for graceful aging.

The workshop is free, however, registration is required.

Register online anytime at mywheaton.org/events, or call WheatonDirect at 1-888-994-3286, Monday through Friday, 8 am–4:30 pm.

Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare – Franklin is a full-service inpatient hospital with a 24/7 emergency department and the area’s leading patient satisfaction scores. Tours will be available after the workshop. For more information on hospital services, go to mywheaton.org/franklin.

Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare – Franklin 10101 S. 27th Street, Franklin ( 1 1/2 miles south of Ryan Road) The workshop will be held in the First Floor Conference Center.

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TESTING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF

Complementary and Alternative Modalities (CAM) IN HEALTH CARE

By David Johnson, CCH Double blind, placebo controlled (DBPC) studies are considered the “gold standard” for evaluating the effectiveness of any particular therapy. DBPC studies are conducted in a manner where neither the person giving the medicine nor the person receiving it are aware of whether it’s “real” or placebo— “fake”. This model works very well when a particular medicine is matched with one particular diagnosis, so that an entire group of people with the same diagnosis are “treated” and a determination is made re: the degree to which the “real” medicine is effective re: its intended use.

However, this model doesn’t work as well when people with the same diagnosis are treated individually, that is, according to each person’s individual make-up and needs. Most complementary and alternative modalities (e.g., homeopathy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, etc.) are matched to the individual and their diagnosis, not just according to the diagnosis alone. So it’s challenging when the DBPC model is applied to one specific complementary treatment and its efficacy with one particular chronic disease.

One of the leading pioneers in “evidence-based medicine”, David Sackett, MD, has also expressed his concern for DBPC studies being the only standard by which a therapy is considered effective or not. If this were true, then nearly all surgical procedures would be considered unproven or unscientific, because of the obvious barriers to their testing according to double-blind trials.

When people with a particular chronic disease are treated as individuals with complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), the number of participants in the study is dramatically reduced, because they’re not all alike in terms of what the approach will be. Except in cases of acute injuries or illnesses, where the treatment is often limited to a few choices, in cases of longer-standing problems researchers need to design studies which evaluate a particular modality as a whole. In other words, to what extent has a CAM modality helped a group of individuals with different diagnoses?

In late 2011 Bornhoft and Matthiessen published a book on the Swiss government’s report on homeopathic medicine--the most comprehensive evaluation of homeopathy ever written by a government. This book showed how homeopathic medicine is a cost-effective therapy and should be reimbursed by the national health insurance program in Switzerland. Although homeopathy is used around the world for nearly all non-surgical problems, and in spite of the challenges for evaluating individualized homeopathic with DBPC studies, the Swiss report found a particularly strong body of evidence supporting the homeopathic treatment of respiratory problems such as allergies and infections. 24 of 29 studies resulted in a positive result with homeopathic remedies, and 6 of 7 controlled studies comparing homeopathy to conventional medicine showed homeopathy to be superior to the conventional treatments. With DBPC trials, 12 of 16 studies yielded favorable results for homeopathy.

How did the Swiss report reach its conclusions? It reviewed the existing DBPC clinical trials of homeopathic remedies, as well as safety and cost-effectiveness. It also reviewed “pre-clinical” research with chemistry, plants, animals and in-vitro human cells, and evaluated the quality and validity of the various individual studies and “meta-analyses” of groups of studies.

Nearly half of Swiss physicians consider complementary and alternative therapies to be effective, and eighty-five percent of the Swiss people want CAM therapies to be part of their national health insurance program. This consumer-driven trend is occurring in the US as well. Although complementary modalities are often not covered by governmental or private health insurance, a New England Journal of Medicine study from 1993 showed the US population placing value on CAM modalities to the extent that they were paying more for those therapies than for out-of-pocket hospital care. That trend has continued and increased to the present time.

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Breast Cancer Risk Reduction

VIRTUALLY ALL WOMEN HAVE FEARS ABOUT DEVELOPING BREAST CANCER; FOR WOMEN THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER IN THE PAST, THERE IS SIGNIFICANT WORRY ABOUT RECURRENCE. THERE ARE SIMPLE AND NATURAL THINGS THAT CAN BE DONE TO OPTIMIZE BREAST HEALTH AND REDUCE RISK OF BREAST CANCER AS WELL AS REDUCE RISK OF RECURRENCE.

CAN BREAST CANCER BE “PREVENTED”?

Susan j. Riegg, m.D. Breast cancer prevention starts with healthy habits and various factors that you can control! Most people do not realize that an excess of estrogen in the body, or poor balance of estrogen with progesterone, causes a higher rate of cell growth in breast epithelial cells as well as endometrium and prostate. I recommend that your hormones be tested and strategies implemented as follows to optimize breast health and to reduce your risk of breast cancer: Estrogen levels: if your lab results show that estrogen levels are too high, i recommend pursuing estrogen reduction strategies. This includes improved nutrition, exercise, increased fiber in the diet, and adding appropriate nutritional supplements, as described below.

Progesterone: always make sure that your estrogen levels are balanced with appropriate progesterone throughout your life. Progesterone is a natural anti-estrogen and also helps with safe estrogen clearance from the body. As has been shown in the worldwide literature for decades, estrogen dominance (low progesterone with respect to estrogen) significantly increases risk for development of breast lesions including cancers. It also increases risk of endometrial and other estrogen dependent cancers, alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, and stroke.

Testosterone: always make sure that your testosterone levels are at appropriate physiological level throughout your life. Physiologic levels of testosterone limit estrogen mediated mammary proliferation by reducing estrogen receptors on cells (dimitrakakis c, zhou j, wang j, belange a, labrie f, cheng c, powel d, bondy c. A physiologic role for testosterone in limiting estrogenic stimulation of the breast.

Menopause 2003 july-aug:10 (4): 292-298).

Cortisol (stress hormone): abnormalities in stress hormone (cortisol) levels impact breast cancer survival rates. Clinical studies have shown that flat adrenal cortisol curves predicts earlier mortality in metastatic breast cancer. Furthermore, elevated night time cortisol also has an adverse effect on breast cancer survival by suppressing the immune system resulting low nk cell counts and suppressed nk cell activity (sephton se, sapolski rm; kraemer hc; spiegel d. Diurnal cortisol rhythm as a predictor of breast cancer survival j natl cancer inst. 2000 June 21;92 (12): 994-1000). Stress hormone levels can be abnormal in a number of conditions, including psychological/situational stressors, inflammatory processes, blood sugar dysregulation, and sleeping disorders.

Vitamin D: levels must be optimized for breast health. Breast cancer mortality rates in the u.S. Vary according to the geographic region so that the highest rates are in the northeast and urban areas, the lowest rates are in the south and rural areas. This is explained by the variation in sunlight and the subsequent vitamin d production.

Recent studies show that reduction of high estrogen (estradiol) levels can be obtained by taking vitamin d (vitamin d association with estradiol and progesterone in young women. In cancer causes control. 2010 Mar;21(3):479-83). For optimum breast as well as thyroid health, a blood level of 60-80 is recommended.

Iodine: iodine is absolutely essential for appropriate metabolism of estrogens.

If you are deficient, iodine should be replaced. Lab testing is needed to determine whether you are deficient, as adding iodine and causing excess iodine has detrimental effects.

Ferritin levels: ferritin levels commonly increase with older age. Ferritin is the storage form of iron; if it is too high it can increase risk for development of breast cancer by accelerating free radical damage. The level should be between 40 and 60; if it 100 or higher there should be treatment to correct this.

Probiotics: the type of intestinal microflora present in the gut play a key role in the levels of circulating estrogens in the body. Certain microflora act by deconjugating (freeing up) bound estrogens that appear in the bile, thereby permitting the free hormones to be reabsorbed by the intestine, back into the body, causing elevated hormone levels. (Rev infect dis 6(suppl 1):s85, 1984; n engl j med 307:1542, 1982). The same effects occur in men, raising testosterone levels. By changing the microflora with use of probiotics, more estrogen is excreted in the feces, resulting in less estrogen in the body.

Nutrition: consume as many fruits and vegetables as possible. The “superstars” for breast cancer protection include all cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, brussels sprouts, cauliflower); dark leafy greens (collards, kale, spinach); carrots and tomatoes. The “superstar” fruits include citrus, berries, and cherries. A low glycemic, high protein, high fiber diet will decrease risk of chronic diseases and cancers. There should be a strong effort to reduce or eliminate processed foods and refined starches and sugars, and to completely eliminate high fructose corn syrup.

These items will trigger hormonal changes including insulin spikes that can promote cellular growth in breast tissue. Fats are an important part of the proper diet, but fats

should be natural fats (found in plants and animals) and should exclude trans fats and saturated fats. The best and healthiest fats are monounsaturated oils (canola, olive oil, nuts/seeds, avocados) and omega 3 fatty acids (oily fish: salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines, lake trout, herring). Minimize consumption of omega-6 fats (sunflower oil, soy oil, margarine, safflower oil, corn oil, cottonseed oil).

Xenoestrogens: reduce consumption of synthetic and environmental estrogens (xenoestrogens). Pursue an organic diet high in fruits and vegetables, as organic products help to reduce consumption of environmental estrogens.

Consume only organically grown meats, if at all possible, and reduce consumption of red meats. Limit/reduce dairy products to prevent consumption of hormones in cows; consider organic dairy products especially milk, cheese, and butter. Do not take any pharmaceutical (synthetic) estrogens in any form. This includes premarin and prempro (wyeth pharmaceuticals) and oral contraceptives. Try to avoid heating foods in plastic or styrofoam containers. The plastics leech chemicals that activate estrogen receptors in the body. Use skin care products that certify that they are hormone-free or free of any animal by-products. Avoid vehicle exhaust and other forms of air pollution; research shows a link between breast cancer and exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Avoid dry cleaning your clothes, as the cleaning detergent pce is harmful to human health.

Phytoestrogens: some plant products have estrogenic properties, such as soy, tofu, tempeh, edamame, roasted soy nuts, soy milk, and miso. These products are best avoided since their estrogenic properties can contribute to breast cellular growth.

They also disrupt proper thyroid function and should never be consumed if there is evidence of hypothyroidism (hypometabolism).

Exercise: exercise is an important and powerful factor in the reduction of cancer risk, and should be considered to be a powerful “drug”. Many studies have shown that regular exercise provides a powerful protection against breast cancer. Make sure that you are participating regular exercise, which is absolutely essential to help your body metabolize estrogens appropriately, as well as optimize sensitivity of insulin receptors. The department of health and human services recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic activity, in addition to strength training exercises at least twice a week. If you are just starting a physical activity program, start slowly and build intensity gradually.

Metabolism of estrogens: steer estrogen metabolism away from carcinogenic metabolites: there are natural supplements that can help to enhance estrogen metabolism. Indole-3-carbinol (i3c) or diindolylmethane (dim) supplementation: a compound found in cruciferous vegetables, i3c forms the dimer dim when it comes in contact with stomach acid. These compounds affect estrogen metabolism, shifting the breakdown of estrone and estradiol toward the less carcinogenic of their metabolites. These are also thought to induce cyp450, support apoptosis and have estrogenic receptor agonist and antagonist activity. Calcium d-glucarate: while i3c and dim work to optimize estrogen metabolism, calcium d-glucarate works by reducing absorption of estrogen in the intestine, thus decreasing circulating levels.

Prevention of estrogen reabsorption in the intestines: the typical process of metabolizing and excreting estrogens in the human body involves metabolic conjugation in the liver, excretion into bowel contents, and eventual elimination via bowel movements.

If the bowels move slowly or the patient has constipation, the transit time of the bowel contents is slow, and water and other compounds may be re-absorbed into the

blood stream before they are excreted in the feces. Estrogens can be easily reabsorbed and thus increased blood estrogen levels may occur. This can be easily remedied by increasing fiber and water consumption in order to speed up transit time of intestinal contents. The goal is to have at least one and preferably two bulky bowel movements per day; if you are experiencing less than this, you should consider increasing your fiber intake. The recommended water intake per day is approximately 64 to 72 oz.

Per day. There are many helpful fiber supplements available. If needing to increase fiber, consider ortho molecular’s fiber tablets. Do not use laxatives.

Estrogen metabolism in liver: enhance estrogen metabolism by being kind to your liver.

Eliminate alcohol and caffeine consumption. Alcohol is the most well established dietary risk factor for breast cancer. The harvard nurses’ health study, along with several other studies, has shown that consuming more than one alcoholic beverage per day can increase breast cancer risk by as much as 20% to 25%. Additionally, excess weight results in fatty liver and reduced liver function.

Body weight and obesity: strive to maintain a healthy body weight (bmi less than 25) throughout your life. Weight gain in midlife has been shown to significantly increase the risk of post menopausal breast cancer. The most common way estrogens are synthesized in the body is from conversion of androgens to estrogens in fat tissue by the action of enzyme aromatase. So, to reduce estrogens, simply lose fat (lose weight!!) I strongly recommend starting the day with a very large protein meal, or with a protein shake; for example glycemic foundation (ortho molecular). This product has many benefits, including low glycemic index (does not cause a rapid increase in blood sugar or insulin); high protein (maintains blood sugar at a steady level for hours; no sudden drop that leads to hunger, sugar cravings, fatigue/sleepiness, etc), and high fiber (increases rate of movement of bowel contents, decreases constipation, decreases re-absorption of estrogens and other undesirable compounds from the intestinal contents).

Natural aromatase inhibitors: aromatase is the enzyme that converts androstenedione to estrone and testosterone to estradiol (so is converting androgens to estrogens).

Several natural products such as bioflavonoids including chrysin, luteolin, and resveratrol have been shown to partially block the action of this enzyme, therefore reducing the production of the estrogens. (In patients with estrogen receptor positive breast cancer, the prescription aromatase inhibitor arimidex is used) Bra wearing habits: in a study done by singer and grismaijer in 1995, 3 out of 4 women studied who wore a bra for 24 hours a day developed breast cancer, versus 1 Breast | see page 19

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Why does it seem that diets often do not bring long-term, lasting results?

Dieting again this New Year? Losing the same weight you’ve already lost before? That’s Yo Yo Dieting. Been there done that.

Why does it seem that diets often do not bring long-term, lasting results? The word “diet” usually represents a very temporary behavior. We temporarily change eating behavior until we either reach or abandon a goal.

Diets don’t work because they focus on the behavior instead of focusing on the root cause of the behavior: your thoughts and emotions. Your weight is always driven by what you think, believe and feel…about yourself and about food.

Yo Yo Dieting runs deeper than just the behavior. With repeated weight fluctuation over the years (and keeping several sizes of clothes in your closet to accommodate this), you set yourself up for perpetual dissatisfaction with yourself.

MOST COMMON CAUSES OF YO YO DIETING 1. Body Image Body image is what you think, believe and feel about yourself and your body. Yo Yo Dieters often think: “If only I lose these __lbs, then I’ll be happy.” This kind of

thinking sets up conditions for self-satisfaction or self-love (i.e. happiness). You need to eliminate the conditions. We all need unconditional self-love.

According to a recent study, women who had counseling to improve their body image lost a higher percent of weight than those who did not see a counselor.

Love yourself first and the weight will drop off easily and stay off. Why? Your eating behavior will come from healthy, happy thoughts and feelings, leading to EASY healthy, happy eating behaviors! You gain power and the food loses the power it previously had over you.

2. Comfort Eating Yo Yo Dieting is associated with emotional eating, or comfort eating. This happens when you’re not eating for hunger, or to fulfill physical needs, but to FEEL better. Ask yourself why you need to feel comforted by food.

Comfort eating often comes into play because most of us were never taught healthy coping skills for managing stressful/upsetting emotions. Learning these skills will help you succeed in reaching and maintaining your goal weight.

I’ve heard countless stories of people reaching their goal weight and then gaining it back when they realize (mostly subconsciously) that life isn’t suddenly perfect, and they aren’t suddenly as happy as they thought they would be. This feels bad. Feeling bad and thinking bad go hand-in-hand, and this is a set up for self-sabotaging eating behavior.

The vicious cycle: bad thinking and feeling lead to “bad eating.” Bad eating leads to feeling bad about yourself or bad about not getting the desired results, so then you feel even worse. That leads to more bad eating as you subconsciously think food will get rid of that bad feeling. The cycle continues and the “diet” fails. Then you feel bad about yourself again, thinking you SHOULD be able to just get this under control but you can’t, maybe there’s something wrong with you, and on and on...

Getting to the Root of Yo Yo Dieting You’ve got to change the underlying thoughts, beliefs and feelings...that are creating the behaviors...that are creating undesirable results.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is designed for this. CBT is a particular form of counseling that targets unhelpful thoughts. You learn to take control of negative body image and emotional eating by gaining understanding and control of your thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and the behaviors that follow.

CBT can be incredibly effective in combination with learning holistic tools for managing difficult emotions and stressful situations.

To achieve and sustain your goal weight, you need to feel better about yourself AT ANY WEIGHT. Diets don’t work when you can only be happy if you achieve a Diet | see page 19

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Genetic testing: having a family history of breast cancer may increase your risk. If an immediate female relative in your family has had breast cancer, it is important to let your doctor know. Studies have shown that breast cancer can be genetic. Genetic testing and counseling is available for those concerned with their risk.

Self breast exam: be vigilant about breast cancer detection. If you notice any changes in your breasts, such as a new lump or skin changes, consult your doctor for an evaluation.

Breast thermography instead of breast mammography: this has emerged as a much safer alternative to the radiation of mammograms. Thermography (digital infrared thermal imaging) creates images that illustrate heat patterns in the breast. The thermal images are analyzed by board certified radiologists for abnormalities which may be signs of disease and/or inflammation in the breast. It is important to note that the u.S. Preventive services task force issued new guidelines in 2009, which states that there is no recommendation for women under the age of 50 to undergo routine mammograms unless there are underlying risk factors. There is no demonstrable benefit for women in this age group. A single mammogram exposes a woman to the same amount of ionizing radiation exposure as 1000 chest xrays. Ionizing radiation as been well documented to be a significant cause of cancer induction. Furthermore, Many doctors, chiropractors and physical therapists mammograms produce a significant number of false positive resultsrefer as well as false their patients to Foot Solutions to aid in pain reductions and negative results.

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Dr. Hoard treats a variety of conditions at his North Shore office: headaches, neck pain, sports injuries, ankle/ knee injuries, shoulder injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, work/auto injuries, low back pain, sciatica and disc herniationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just name a few. Patients range from pediatrics to geriatrics, weekend warriors to elite athletes as well as at home mothers and business persons.

Lychee Acupuncture Clinic 155 E. Silver Spring Dr., Whitefish Bay (414) 962.5577 Aspire 216 Green Bay Rd Suite 109 Theinsville, WI 53092 262.478.0030 AspireLiveWell.com Focus on Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Nutrional Counseling, Tuina, Emerge.

It is our passion to provide our patients with the opportunity to become of aware of how their actions and non-actions affect their health and wellness. We strive to offer compassionate,results directed care.

Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove, WI 262-787-3001 www.angellightllc.com Located at 13300 Watertown Plank Rd. in historic Elm Grove, WI, Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts is a multifaceted facility offering products, services and information relating to health, healing and the development of Spiritual Consciousness. All these different aspects come together “under-one-roof,” making it a very unique place for those who gather there. Angel Light has been built on a solid foundation of honesty, respect and concern for the individual human spirit and offers workshops and educational programs and events designed to support its mission. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts features a boutique area filled with crystals, candles, artist designed jewelry and accessories and chemical free soaps and aromatherapy.

The serices offered include Massage Therapy, Reiki Energy Work, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Sound Healing and Reflexology. Our facility houses a reading room, two treatment rooms and a classroom. We invite you to learn more about our facility, its historic location and amazing history by stopping by or visiting our website at www.angellightllc.com.

Integrative Dental Solutions Ingo G. Mahn, D.D.S. Supriya K. Shetty, D.D.S. 262-691-4555 23770 Capitol Dr. Pewaukee, WI 53072 Integrative Family Wellness Center 16535 W. Bluemound Rd. Suite 222 Brookfield, WI 53005 262-754-4910 Cedarburg Wellness Center W62 N225 Washington Ave. Cedarburg, WI 53012 262-376-1150 As we age, our bodies go through changes. Our practitioners understand and respect the changes going on inside the body. We promote health and wellness by treating the whole person with state-of-the-art traditional and integrative medicine. We provide advanced, proven healthcare such as: natural thyroid medication, bioidentical hormone therapy for both men and women, chiropractic treatment, natural and effective weight loss, and vitamin and herbal supplements. The doctors are dedicated to taking the time with you, to determine how to get you feeling healthier. We are committed to excellence in healthcare.

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Transformations Incorporated 4200 West Good Hope Road Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53209-2250 414.351.5770 info@transformationsusa.com Breathwork Services at Transformations Transformations Breathwork (Connected Breathing Technique or Rebirthing Breathwork) is a healing and personal growth technique practiced worldwide.

It is consistently used to release energy blockage in the body, clear negative thought and habit patterns and bring one into greater alignment with one’s personal purpose. The members of the staff of our Training Program are among the pioneers of this evolutionary holistic science. We have developed a breathwork style that is simple, effective, easily learned and adapted to individual needs. We facilitate sessions for those who want to learn and apply the process to their needs through individual and group work and weekend retreats.

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The Ommani Center Pewaukee 262-695-5311 The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine opened in February of 2001. It was created to provide health care from a place of high quality integrative medicine offered from a model of wholeness and service.

The Vision of The Ommani Center arose from a passion to provide wholeness and integration in a healthcare model. The Center specializes in Integrative Medicine, which combines state-of-the art conventional medicine with well-established complementary modalities. Personal growth and selfcare are two areas of focus where clients learn to reclaim their health and well-being. This has the power to restore and heal the individual, the community and the world at all levels of body, mind and spirit.

The word Ommani means that our wisdom lies within us. It is a combination of that innate wisdom and the expertise of medical and life practices chosen sensibly and safely that lead to health and healing.

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As President and Mrs. Obama send their daughter to summer camp, they may be wondering what activities will fill her day. Depending on interests and camp offerings, a day at camp can vary greatly — including so many exciting experiences and opportunities to learn something new. Every summer, happy campers return home after their time at camp with new found skills, greater confidence, and a sense of community that can only be found at camp.

Some camps offer a little bit of everything, and campers have the option to participate in a buffet of activities — including swimming, horseback riding, archery, canoeing, ropes courses, art, drama, and many, many more. Other camps may specialize in one or two activities, such as academics, the arts, or soccer. There are other activities – such as campfires, family-style meals, and quiet moments in nature — that are as much a part of the camp experience as the zip line or high ropes course.

The American Camp Association® (ACA) reminds families that the camp community is wide-ranging, and that there truly is a camp suited for every child. Whether families are looking for an all-around experience, or one that focuses more on one or two activities, ACA encourages families to find the camp that meets their children’s needs.

“It’s important for families to consider their child’s interests when choosing a camp,” said Peg Smith, ACA’s chief executive officer. “Open, honest conversation about camp expectations, and talking openly with the camp director about the camp’s activities and philosophy, will ensure that the camp experience is positive and exactly right for the child.”

For some campers, camp is the ideal time to try something new. According to ACA’s Youth Development Outcomes study, conducted in conjunction with Philliber Research Associates and with generous support from Lilly Endowment Inc., 63 percent of parents reported that their child continued to participate in new activities learned at camp after they returned home.

President and Mrs. Obama, along with the parents of over 10 million campers this summer, can rest assured that regardless of whether their child is focusing on favorite activities, or trying a wide variety of new ones, their child’s camp experience will offer unlimited opportunities to make new friends and participate in camp traditions that have a 150-year history.

For more information about camp activities, or to use ACA’s Find a Camp database to find the perfect camp experience for your child, visit www.CampParents.org.

In addition, families can follow ACA on Facebook and Twitter for helpful hints and camp information.

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education The Goddard School 355 Intertech Drive, Brookfield, WI 262.781.1400 d The Goddard School offers the foundation to encourage your child’s lifelong love of learning. In our warm, loving atmosphere caring teachers support the healthy development of your child from six weeks to six years old. Our year round program offers your family the choice of either a half- or fullday schedule. Whether gently holding your infant, encouraging your toddler to share, or providing your preschooler with a wide range of enriching activities, our teachers understand your child’s needs. Goddard Developmental

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health Oak Creek Pediatrics www.childrensmedicalgroup.org 8375 S Howell Ave Oak Creek, WI 53154 (414) 764-5726 d Oak Creek Pediatrics is proud to be one of the leading practices in Southeastern Wisconsin. As a member of Children’s Medical Group, and affiliated with Children’s Hospital and Health System, we have five board-certified pediatricians ready to serve your child’s needs. Our pediatricians and staff are dedicated to making your child’s health and medical care a top priority.

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Jewish Family Services, Inc. Counseling & Case Management Services 414-390-5800 • www.jfsmilw.org Downtown: 1300 N. Jackson Street, Milwaukee, WI Bayshore Town Center: 5800 N. Bay shore Drive, Suite B215, Glendale, WI d JFS’ licensed and COA accredited mental health outpatient clinic offers resultsoriented therapy and problem-solving skills to those struggling with depression, anxiety, and life transitions. JFS’ multidisciplinary team of social workers, psychologists and psychiatrists are qualified to assess and treat a range of emotional problems from common issues of adjustment to severe behavioral difficulties.

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d Shorewood Family Chiropractic offers care, massage, acupuncture and nutritional counseling for the whole family. Dr. Monica Maroney is board certified in chiropractic pediatrics through the International Chiropractic Association (ICA) Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics after completing three years of post-graduate specialized training in the treatment of infants, children, and pregnant women.

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5-MINUTE SCREEN IDENTIFIES SUBTLE SIGNS OF AUTISM IN 1-YEAR OLDS

five-minute checklist that parents can fill out in pediatrician waiting rooms may someday help in the early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health. Published today in the Journal of Pediatrics, the study’s design also provides a model for developing a network of pediatricians to adopt such a change to their practice.

“Beyond this exciting proof of concept, such a screening program would answer parents’ concerns about their child’s possible ASD symptoms earlier and with more confidence than has ever been done before,” noted Thomas R. Insel, M.D., director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), part of NIH. Identifying autism at an early age allows children to start treatment sooner, which can greatly improve their later development and learning. However, many studies show a significant delay between the time parents first report concerns about their child’s behavior and the eventual ASD diagnosis, with some children not receiving a diagnosis until well after they’ve started school.

Recognizing the need to improve early ASD screening, Karen Pierce, Ph.D., of the University of California, San Diego, and colleagues established a network of 137 pediatricians across San Diego County.

Following an hour-long educational seminar, the pediatricians screened all infants at their 1-year, well-baby check-up using the Communication and Symbolic Behavior Scales Developmental Profile Infant-Toddler Checklist, a brief questionnaire that detects ASD, language delay, and developmental delay. The questionnaire asks caregivers about a child’s use of eye gaze, sounds, words, gestures, objects and other forms of age-appropriate communication.

Any child who failed the screen was referred for further testing and was re-evaluated every six months until age 3.

Out of 10,479 infants screened, 32 were identified as having ASD. After excluding for late onset and regression cases, this is consistent with current rates that would be expected at 12 months, according to the researchers. When including those identified as having language delay, developmental delay, or some other form of delay, the brief screen provided an accurate diagnosis 75 percent of the time.

Following the screen, all toddlers diagnosed with ASD or developmental delay and 89 percent of those with language delay were referred for behavioral therapy.

On average, these children were referred for treatment around age 17 months. For

comparison, a 2009 study using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that, on average, children currently receive an ASD diagnosis around 5.7 years (68.4 months) of age, with treatment beginning sometime later.

In addition to tracking infant outcomes, the researchers also surveyed the participating pediatricians. Prior to the study, few of the doctors had been screening infants systematically for ASD. After the study, 96 percent of the pediatricians rated the program positively, and 100 percent of the practices have continued using the screening tool.

“In the context of a virtual lack of universal screening at 12 months, this program is one that could be adopted by any pediatric office, at virtually no cost, and can aid in the identification of children with true developmental delays,” said Dr. Pierce.

The researchers note that future studies should seek to further validate and refine this screening tool, track children until a much older age, and assess barriers to treatment follow up.

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The look of assisted living has changed dramatically over the last two decades.

Today you can find many different types of facilities, some offering a much broader range of services than in the past, administered by an increasingly more skilled and professional staff. Janet Fine, Executive Director of Laurel Oaks said, “The advantage of having full-time RNs on staff is the expertise they bring to each interaction with a resident and their ability to act on the information they get from their ongoing assessments.” Fine also added that, “Having RNs on staff has made a significant impact on the assisted living program.”

More Good News — Choice Assisted living services can be provided in a variety of settings - ranging from a single room to one or two bedroom apartments with full kitchen and private bath. The services available can vary greatly from one provider to another. But, typically you will find the following types of services in an assisted living setting: • Meals • Housekeeping/laundry service • Transportation services • Medication management • Assistance with personal cares and activities of daily living • 24 hour staffing and emergency response • On-site conveniences (beauty/barber shop, conveniences store, bank, etc.)

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Recipe for Living Well ' With Parkinson Disease Live your life to the fullest, whatever that is for you.

Jay Blankenship, MSW, CFRE Executive Director, Wisconsin Parkinson Association The following article provides some guidelines and tips for living a well-balanced and healthy lifestyle. It is designed for people with Parkinson disease but could just as well be a guide for healthy living for anyone. Sometimes when people have a chronic illness they tend to over-medicalize everything. That can be a mistake. You are a person who has a disease â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the disease does not have you! Live your life to the fullest, whatever that is for you.

Attend to medical matters. See a movement disorders specialist, a neurologist who has the skills and experience to properly diagnose and treat your disease. Participate in clinical trials, which provide the best opportunity to try the newest medications and other treatments. Manage carefully your medications, as the timing and dose of each medication is very important. Be careful not to take any medication that is contraindicated for Parkinson patients.

Educate yourself. The best person to care and treat your chronic disease is you!

Find out as much as you can and be an advocate for yourself. Attend workshops and conferences about your disorder or condition, or join a support group to learn from others who share the challenges. Be careful with research on the Internet: While there is a lot of good information, there is also much misinformation, so try to limit your searches to reputable sites.

Follow a nutritious diet. The Mediterranean Diet, for instance, contains many beneficial foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables; whole grains, nuts, and legumes; lean meats; olive oil, vinegar, and foods containing omega-3 oils, such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, lake trout, and albacore tuna.

Exercise. Numerous studies have indicated the importance of exercise in overall health and especially for people with Parkinson disease. Exercise helps with balance, strength, flexibility, and preventing falls. It may help people with depression, and some studies have shown that exercise may be neuroprotective. Always check with your doctor and physical therapist before starting an exercise program, and, if approved, get moderate to intense exercise thirty minutes per day, combining aerobic workout (walking, running, biking, swimming, etc.) with strength training and flexibility. Join an exercise class designed for people with Parkinson disease. Other beneficial activities are tai chi, yoga, and dance.

Tend to your psychological and social needs. See a social worker for help with linking to community resources as well as with long-term-care planning. Seek regular counseling if you are feeling depressed or anxious. Use relation techniques or meditation to help with stress.

Take responsibility for your care. Become an assertive advocate for yourself, and make sure you are getting the best treatment available. Get plenty of sleep. Maintain a sense of humor. Tell people that you have Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x201C; by being open and honest, you can help educate them and relieve their concerns and anxieties. Live your life to the fullest by staying active and getting involved with music, arts, dance, or writing.

Most of all, maintain a positive attitude and look for small victories every day.

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Are You Ready?

PEOPLE NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE AGING PROCESS AND GET THINGS IN PLACE SO THAT WHEN THE TIME COMES, THE DECISIONS HAVE ALREADY BEEN MADE.

By Gina Botshtein.

The question â&#x20AC;&#x153;are you ready?â&#x20AC;? is commonly heard when people embark on a new journey in their lives-going off to school, making a career move, starting a family or retiring. It is not usually a phrase associated with getting older. Ask an individual at 60, 70, 90 or 100 and each stage of life brings new perspective. Moreover, the numerical value associated with age is not necessarily an indicator as to what needs to be done to prepare for the aging process.

Each year we realize that the question â&#x20AC;&#x153;are you ready?â&#x20AC;? is more relevant than ever.

People need to prepare for the aging process and get things in place so that when the time comes, the decisions have already been made. People get ready for trips, special events and retirement. These events are considered positive stepping stones, and while there can be stress associated, they are still a pleasure to prepare for. Aging and the need for assistance is not always perceived in the same light. If an individual and their family properly plan for the future, the experience of aging can be both pleasant and organized with limited stress and chaos.

But, how does one prepare for getting older? The most important aspect of preplanning is making your wishes known. Having powers of attorney for healthcare and finances is critical. This step can be both a cost saving to your family, as well as a guide to your wishes. Another important aspect of pre-planning includes a family meeting to discuss key issues that may arise such as driving, receiving care and placement options. These discussions can take place with the individual as an active participant, which ensures that their wishes are being heard. Many older adults have fears that they do not share with anyone, and a family meeting may give them the opportunity to alleviate such fears and reassure them that their requests will be met.

A few years ago at a family meeting, a client expressed when it was no longer safe for him to drive, that his car would go to a grandchild who would also commit to taking him on errands twice per week. Years later, when his macular degeneration made it unsafe for him to be on the road any longer, a grandson stepped forward to make this commitment. Since the grandfatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes had been clearly expressed, it alleviated any family tension or discussions as how to proceed when the time came.

Many older adults and their families seek help in a time of crisis because there is no plan in place. Crisis is a situation in which things are very uncertain, difficult, or painful, and a time when action must be taken quickly. Older adults and their families may not have time to review all the options available to them and make thoughtful decisions. This stress can be avoided through pre-planning. While prepaying for a funeral or cemetery plot are important steps in pre-planning, end of life is only one small component of what needs to be arranged. You must not forget to consider all the decisions regarding your care, safety and well-being that need to be made first.

The staff of JFS has worked with individuals and families who are still active in assisting them with planning for the future, whether it is facilitating family meetings, developing individualized care plans or just learning about an individual and their wishes so that at a time of crisis, we are able to help navigate the social service system in the most appropriate way for the older adult and their family.

Gina Botshtein is the Vice President of Older Adult Services at Jewish Family Services, a non-profit agency which services the entire community, regardless of religion, race or financial circumstance.

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Tips for staying connected

One of the greatest challenges of aging is how your support network changes.

Staying connected isn’t always easy as you grow older—even for those who have always had an active social life.

Retirement, illness, death, and moves can take away close friends and family members. And the older you get, the more people you lose. What’s more, getting around may be difficult.

But it’s important to find ways to reach out and connect to others. Loneliness and isolation are major threats to aging well. Having people you can turn to for company and support is a buffer against depression, disability, hardship, and loss.

The good news is that there are lots of ways to be with other people. It doesn’t matter what you do, so long as you get out of the house (if possible) and socialize: Connect regularly with friends and family. Spend time with people you enjoy and who make you feel upbeat. It may be a neighbor who you like to walk with, a lunch date with an old friend, or shopping with your children. Even if you are not close by, call or email frequently to keep relationships fresh.

Make an effort to make new friends. As you lose people in your circle, it is vital to make new connections so your circle doesn’t dwindle. Make it a point to befriend people who are younger than you. Younger friends can reenergize you and help you see life from a fresh perspective.

Spend time with at least one person every day. You shouldn’t be alone day after day. Phone or email contact is not a replacement for spending time with other people.

Regular face-to-face contact helps you ward off depression and stay positive.

Volunteer. Giving back to the community is a wonderful way to strengthen social bonds and meet others, and the meaning and purpose you find in helping others will enrich and expand your life. Volunteering is a natural way to meet others interested in similar activities or who share similar values. Even if you’re housebound, you can get involved by volunteering on the phone.

Find support groups in times of change. If you or a loved one is coping with a chronic illness or recent loss, it can be very helpful to participate in a support group with others undergoing the same challenges.

Healthy aging: Tips for boosting vitality

Don’t fall for the myth that aging automatically means you’re not going to feel good anymore. It is true that aging involves physical changes, but it doesn’t have to mean discomfort and disability. While not all illness or pain is avoidable, many of the physical challenges associated with aging can be overcome or drastically mitigated by eating right, exercising, and taking care of yourself.

It’s never too late to start! No matter how old you are or how unhealthy you’ve been in the past, caring for your body has enormous benefits that will help you stay active, sharpen your memory, boost your immune system, manage health problems, and increase your energy. In fact, many older adults report feeling better than ever because they are making more of an effort to be healthy than they did when they were younger.

Healthy aging: Tips for eating well as you age

As you age, your relationship to food changes along with your body. A decreased metabolism, changes in taste and smell, and slower digestion may affect your appetite, the foods you can eat, and how your body processes food. The key is to figure out how to adapt to your changing needs.

Now, more than ever, healthy eating is important to maintain your energy and health.

Load up on high-fiber fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Your whole digestive system is slower, so fiber is very important. Consume fiber-rich foods such as whole grains, fruit, and vegetables.

They will help you feel more energetic and give you fuel to keep going.

Put effort into making your food look and taste good. Your tastebuds aren’t as strong and your appetite may not be the same, but your nutritional needs are just as important as ever. If you don’t enjoy eating like you used to, put a little more effort into your meals, including the way you flavor, prepare, and VMP MANOR PARK - EXPIRES 04/30/12 present your food.

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What is macular degeneration?

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

There are two forms of AMD. Both cause loss of central or straight-ahead vision (as needed for driving a car, reading fine print and recognizing faces) but, fortunately, not side vision,” explains Daniel Ferguson, MD, a partner at Eye Care Specialists, where thousands of AMD patients are diagnosed and treated each year. “’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 Most of us are born with near-perfect vision. But, that sometimes changes with the growth of abnormal new blood vessels under the macula, which can leak fluid disease or age. As state leaders in eye care, we help countless people each week and blood. This leakage can create scar tissue which causes blind spots and profound to see like a kid again with Comprehensive Eye Exams; Diagnostic Laser Scans; loss of sharp central vision. The earlier it is detected, the better the chances of preand State-of-the-Art Cataract, Glaucoma, Diabetes, Macular Degeneration, serving vision.”

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What treatments are available?

Rhode explains, “If dry AMD is diagnosed, we may recommend vitamin supplements, healthy omega fatty acid intake, sun protection, and avoidance of smoking, as measures to prevent or slow progression. If wet AMD is diagnosed, we review the risks, benefits and candidacy for injections of a medication called Avastin.” Avastin is a revolutionary drug that inhibits the growth of the abnormal blood vessels that cause “wet” AMD. “Although there are NO guarantees, we have seen remarkable results with Avastin. A few years ago, there wasn’t much we could do. But, with regular injections (about every month or so), we have been able to stop the progression of wet AMD in 90% of our patients, and even had up to 30% gain improvement in vision,” adds Ferguson. (Avastin is also successfully used to treat diabetesNO ONE CAN OFFER BETTER PEDORTHIC CARE THAN NPS! related vision damage.)

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THERE ARE 6 MAJOR HEARING AID MANUFACTURES IN THE WORLD AND SEVERAL SMALLER AND/OR SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES. SO HOW DO YOU KNOW WHICH HEARING AID TO PURCHASE? That is an excellent question that many folks should spend some time researching when it comes time get hearing aids. Hearing aids are expensive items that many people need. But, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to spend money on hearing aid technology that you do not need or will not benefit from. There are 6 major hearing aid manufactures in the world and several smaller and/or subsidiary companies. So how do you know which hearing aid to purchase?

The first step is to get an audiological evaluation to check your current hearing status. Your audiologist can guide you to proper treatment for your hearing loss, which may include a referral to a physician for a medically related issue concerning your hearing loss. This may include excessive earwax, ear infections, or risk factors for other middle/inner ear conditions.

Once you have been medically cleared for hearing aid use, it would be wise to seek an opinion of an audiologist who works with several hearing aid manufacturers. Some hearing aid companies do a better job of amplifying certain hearing losses. If you have one of these hearing losses and you go to an audiologist that just works with one hearing aid Company, your choice of hearing aid technology is limited. Most hearing aid companies have hearing aid technology that can fit a wide range of hearing losses. But, some companies offer technology that has proven to be more effective and/or easier to use for some patients. For example, the hearing aid needs of someone who spends the majority of their day at home are much different than someone who works full-time in a noisy environment. Also, there are patient factors like dexterity and eyesight that can play a part in which model of hearing aid you choose.

The good news is that the overwhelming majority of hearing aids dispensed today are digital hearing aids. Digital hearing aids are very flexible and can be adjusted to your hearing loss as you get older. The fitting ranges for these hearing aids are wide enough so that sound quality expectations can be met. All 6 of the major hearing aid companies manufacture digital hearing aids. Once you have a current audiogram, I suggest you sit down with your audiologist and discuss your hearing loss. A proper evaluation would include a discussion of your current lifestyle, the problems you are currently experiencing with your hearing, your physical ability to manipulate hearing aids, and a demonstration of the different hearing aid models and styles that are appropriate for you.

This article was written by Dr. Douglas Kloss, Midwest Audiology Center, LLC, 4818 S. 76th St., Suite 3, Greenfield, WI 53220. (414) 281-8300. Dr. Kloss offers a free hearing aid consultation for all patients.

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Please RSVP to (414) 371-7811 by March 13. This event is located in the Alexian Clubhouse just inside of the Health Center located at 9255 N. 76th Street.

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MCH March Events-2012 March 1, 8 and 29 (Thurs’s) – Dr. Tim Crain presents part IV, V and VI respectively, of “The United States and the Contemporary World”; 7:30 PM in the Astor Room (waiting for confirmation re: 3/29) March 7 – Milwaukee Metropolitan Voices Concert – 7:30 PM in the Astor Room March 10 – Milwaukee Irish Fest Song Circle Sing – Along – 3:00 PM in the Astor Rm. March 13 – Women’s Tea and Lunch with Flower Arranging Demonstration 12:30-3:00 PM - Astor Rm.(?)

March 13 – Leahy’s Luck Duo – 7:30 PM in the Astor Room March 15 – The Shinigan’s – 7:30 PM in the Astor Room (waiting for confirmation) March 16 – Trinity Irish Dancer’s – 3:00 PM in the Astor Room March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day Party 4:30 – 6:00 PM in the Astor Rm. – featuring the Milwaukee Police and Fire Band March 22 – Dale Kuntz Classic Movies (8mm film) Movie tbd.

March 28 – American Legion Band – 7:30 PM in the Astor Rm. Milwaukee Catholic Home 2330 North Prospect Avenue Milwaukee (414) 220-4610 www.milwaukeecatholichome.org

The Sarah Chudnow Community is hosting several musical performances for the month of March, including David HB Drake on March 11, Joan Armbruster on March 15, the East Side Chamber Players on March 18, Tom Stanfield on March 23 and Ann LuciusDavis on March 25. All performances begin at 2 p.m., are free of charge and open to the public.

David HB Drake, positioned as “Folksinger Extraordinaire” will be performing March 11 at 2 p.m. Joan Armbruster will be performing American ragtime favorites from Irving Berlin on March 15.

The East Side Chamber Players, performing March 18 at 2 p.m., is a local, young-musicians group who perform classical works from composers including Mozart, Brahms and Dvořák. According to their website, the players “...share a love of rehearsing and performing chamber music.”

Tom Stanfield, performing March 23 at 2 p.m., is a locally-acclaimed singer, pianist and trumpeter. Stanfield is referred to as a “Chudnow Community favorite” by the residents and staff at Sarah Chudnow.

On March 25 at 2 p.m. Vocalist Ann LuciusDavis will perform Jazz & Standards. www.sarahchudnow.org/activity-center1 call the community at 262-478-1500.

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YOUR PERSONAL WALKING PROGRAM

Maintaining a daily activity regimen can help us to prevent disease, develop a strong heart and lungs, and promote overall good health.

Joyce Williamson, Director of Admissions and Marketing-Allis Care Center Physical activity is a vital component to maintaining our overall health. The benefits of exercise affect many different aspects of our bodies. Maintaining a daily activity regimen can help us to prevent disease, develop a strong heart and lungs, and promote overall good health. Also, exercise can improve our bodies stamina by training our body to become more efficient and use less energy, and enhances our flexibility allowing us to be limber enough to easily move around, bend and reach.

A daily walking program is an activity most everyone can take part in. Below are recommendations and instructions to assist you in developing your own walking program. Always make sure to consult with your physician before beginning any new exercise routine.

YOUR PERSONAL WALKING PROGRAM Guidelines to Consider * Never hold your breath when exercising * Wait at least 1 hr to exercise after eating a meal * Avoid walking outside during cold or hot weather * Make sure to wear proper fitting shoes * Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water * Steer clear of rocks or rough ground that could potentially cause a fall.

Developing YOUR Personal Walking Program

Step 1. Your walking program should follow your individual tolerance. If you are tired or ill, wait until you feel better to continue the activity.

Step 2. Warm-up your muscles to reduce the risk of injury. To develop a warm-up routine appropriate for you, consult with your physician or therapy department.

Step 3. Walk at a speed in which you feel comfortable. Walking should be continuous and rhythmic. Maintain posture by keeping your head up, eyes forward, shoulders back and back straight.

Step 4. Start slow and gradually increase as tolerated. To begin, you may only be comfortable with walking a few minutes a day. Over time you can gradually increase your walking time.

Step 5. Cool down after walking to return your body to its “resting state” and reduce the risk of muscle soreness. To develop a cool down exercise appropriate for you, consult with your physician or therapy department.

TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Purchase a pedometer and track your daily progress. A pedometer is a small device you can clip on your belt which records the number of steps you take based on your body’s movement.

How many steps do I need per day?

For long term health and reduced chronic disease risk: 10,000 steps a day For successful, sustained weight loss: 12,000 - 15,000 steps a day To build aerobic fitness: Make 3,000 or more of your daily steps fast For more information contact Allis Care Center at 414-453-9290.

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IS INDEPENDENT LIVING THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR ME OR A LOVED ONE?

Thinking about giving up the familiar for a new living arrangement is a big decision. Here are some considerations to assist you in the process: Start by considering emotional roadblocks You may be excited to plan this new phase of your life. However, it can also be difficult emotionally to consider a move.

You may be reluctant to leave a home filled with memories, even if the home is difficult to maintain or just feels too big.

It may be getting harder and harder to get out and meet up with friends, but it may feel easier to just accept that as part of getting older. Ease of keeping up your current home Maintaining a home may be a longstanding source of pride for you, but it can also become a burden as you age. Perhaps your home has a large yard which requires constant maintenance, or maybe it’s becoming more and more difficult to clean those extra rooms that are rarely used now your children are gone. If your home is difficult to access, such as on a steep hill or up several flights of stairs, it may be harder and harder for you to leave your home as often you’d like, leading to more isolation.

Sometimes these challenges can be partially remedied by hiring outside help, remodeling parts of your home, or by other family members lending assistance. However, it’s worthwhile to take a look at your current living situation and see if an alternative to remaining at home may give you more freedom and flexibility in the long run.

Transportation Transportation is a key issue. You may live in an area where you must drive to

attend social activities, visit friends, and shop. If you find yourself less comfortable with driving, you may find yourself relying more and more on family and friends to get out and about. It may be harder to visit others, go to activities you enjoy, or keep doctors’ appointments. Independent living usually offers opportunities to socialize on-site with peers and may also offer some transportation options to outside activities.

Socialization Are you finding it harder and harder to connect with others? Maybe you have a difficult time getting out of the house, perhaps due to trouble driving or increased mobility issues. Neighbors may be busy with other work and family commitments, or the neighborhood may not be easy to get around. While the phone and computer can help, you need human connection as well. The more isolated you are, the greater your risk for depression and other mental health problems. Independent living facilities can give you a built-in social network of peers, while some even provide structured activities such as a recreation center, clubhouse, or field trips.

The health of you or your spouse Take a look at your current state of health. While no one can predict the future with certainty, if you have a health condition that makes it difficult to stay active and will most likely worsen with time, it’s good to consider your options carefully. It’s also important to consider the health of your spouse if you are married. Are you already helping your spouse with daily activities? If you are shouldering a significant amount of care already, moving to a facility where some of the burden can be lifted could Independent | see page 49

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Johns Hopkins Health After 50 Do you take a dietary supplement? If so, you’re in good company: More than half of all U.S. adults take at least one daily or occasionally. But a group of researchers are now saying that vitamin and mineral supplements may be doing some people more harm than good. Two recent studies are questioning the long-term safety of multivitamins for older women and vitamin E supplements for men.

Supplements are needed by people with vitamin or mineral deficiencies. But many healthy people take supplements to prevent chronic disease—a benefit that hasn’t been scientifically established or has proved inconsistent at best.

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Beginning in 1986, experts collected data from 39,000 women, ranging in age from 55 to 69 years old, about their dietary supplement habits. About 19 years later, investigators discovered that women who took multivitamins, iron, copper, magnesium, zinc, vitamin B6 and folic acid had a greater risk of dying earlier than those who didn’t take supplements. Most supplements accounted for a 2.4 percent (multivitamins) to 5.9 percent (folic acid) greater risk of dying among older women over almost two decades. An exception was copper, accounting for an 18 percent increase. Iron in particular, concerned researchers: The higher the dose taken, the higher the death risk. Only calcium was associated with lower death rates.

But don’t throw away your multivitamins just yet. Researchers found no direct relationship between supplements and premature death. They’re suggesting a link but have no evidence as to what it is.

Also, the study was large and well designed but had limitations that nay have influenced the outcome: Results of observational studies like this one are difficult to interpret because they can’t prove that multivitamins caused an increases risk of dying—other factors may have played a role.

Once a healthy woman hit menopause, her iron need decrease and she no longer needs an iron supplement. The post-menopausal women in the study might have overloaded on iron, which increases risk of heart, liver and other diseases.

Some women might have started taking more supplements later in life after being diagnosed with chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. This could have swayed the results toward a higher death rate. (At the start, 66 percent of the women used at least one dietary supplement; by the study’s end, 85 percent used one or more.)

The women in the study were white, so outcomes may not apply to other ethnic populations.

What does all this mean? For starters, try to get most of your nutrients naturally instead of through supplements. Prepare varied healthful meals with nutrient-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, legumes and beans. If you’re postmenopausal, you may still need calcium and vitamin D supplements.

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Be Informed.

Be Smart.

Be Secure.

Planning for retirement requires making some decisions you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had to make at any other point in your life.

Decisions about you lifestyle, housing situation, finances and your life and health insurance needs. Each decision you make during your transition to retirement will have a dramatic impact on your life for years to come. An insurance service can help you make the right decisions about your life and health insurance needs for your retirement years.

Be Informed.

No one can predict the future, but if you fail to get the information you need to plan a secure retirement life could be difficult. Getting expert advice is critical to protecting all you have worked for. Agencies specialize in assisting individuals in evaluating the risks they face as a result of disability, illness and death. Based upon a personalized analysis, your representative will present options and strategies for enhancing your financial security.

Working with an insurance representative will give you: *Gain a clear insight into how well your current insurance program protects you, including what Medicare covers and what it does not cover *Understand the risks you face as well as the options available to increase your financial security *Define your priorities and choose from a brad array of products that best meet your needs.

TRUE OR FALSE: Medicare Advantage and Medicare supplement Plans provide the same financial protection.

False. Medicare Advantage plans often feature a low monthly premium, but you incur out-of-pocket expenses for doctor visits and medical procedures. Medicare supplement plans generally feature higher premiums but the expenses for deductibles and coinsurance are often covered.

A No-Cost Option Isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Always the Right Decision Like a lot of people their age, an Iowa couple had their fair share of doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s visits.

Their Medicare supplement plan paid all the bills and the each paid a little over $150 a month for the coverage. But when they were approached about a Medicare Advantage plan that did not have a monthly fee, they jumped at the opportunity to save money.

What they did not realize was that, as a couple, the new plan would cost them nearly $10,000 a year in co-pays and co-insurance, plus additional out-of-pocket

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Be Smart.

Understanding the nature and scope of the unique risks you face in retirement is the first step in planning a secure retirement. The next step is identifying the range of product solutions that best suit your needs.

There are virtually and endless number of complex product variations available, so choosing the right one(s) can be a challenging task. You can simplify the task by working with an insurance representative.

Insurance representatives are helping individuals understand the life and health insurance needs of retirees. They are experienced in the range of products available, and familiar with the complex features which make each product unique. Because they represent multiple companies, they can recommend product solutions that are best tailored to your unique situation.

TRUE OR FALSE: Long-term care insurance is expensive.

False. Choosing the right daily benefit and benefit period can help reduce longterm care premiums to fit your budget. If you believe it fits your needs, another option would be to purchase short-term convalescent care insurance.

Making The Right Decision Based On The Right Information.

Having just watched a friend exhaust her retirement savings on long-term care for her husband, a woman in Colorado decided it was time to protect her savings from a similar fate. Long-term care insurance seemed like the right decision.

Although she was well aware of the advantages of long-term care insurance, she had always considered it beyond her budget. After visiting with an insurance representative, she learned that simply was not the case.

The representative explained there are several ways to customize long-term care policies to meet her monthly budget requirements. She adopted some of his suggestions and is now enjoying protection at monthly premium that fits her needs.

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Be Secure.

If you are like many individuals nearing, or in, retirement you are bombarded by mail solicitations for Medicare related Insurance. These companies blanket thousands of individuals with the same product offering. They have not met with you and they do not understand your needs.

Insurance representatives should meet with you one-to-one to understand your situation, needs and priorities. You should receive a thorough assessment of your current insurance plans and find out what programs may be best for you.

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CAM | from page 15 Most people are unaware that in the late 1800’s, the US was the leading country in the world for the teaching and practice of homeopathy. Many of the names known by homeopaths around the world are the US physicians from that time—Constantine Hering, James Tyler Kent and others. Now, with the help of the Internet and cross-cultural collaboration, homeopathy is enjoying a resurgence in the US, with consumers taking advantage of the increased availability of homeopathic remedies in co-ops, health food stores, and even some pharmacies.

Remedies are easiest to use in cases of injury, somewhat more difficult to use in cases of short term illness, and require consultation with an experienced practitioner in situations of chronic disease. For example, it’s easiest to treat scrapes (calendula ointment) and bruises (arnica montana), more difficult to treat the flu (because it requires more individualized remedies: gelsemium for weakness and heaviness of the limbs, eyes half-open; bryonia for when a person wants to lie completely still, and any movement creates muscle and joint pain; etc.) and most difficult with a chronic disease, which requires a lengthy consultation and understanding of the “whole person”.

Informed | from page 44 insurance agent to mail the health insurance policy he recently purchased. He was pleasantly surprised when his insurance representative scheduled and appointment to deliver the policy.

During that meeting, the representative reviewed the details of the policy which reassured the retiree that the decisions he make would help protect his retirement savings. The representative also suggested some coverage’s that would be of value as the retiree’s needs change.

Before he left, the representative pointed out that this would not be the last visit.

He stressed how he lived in the community and was available any time to answer questions. Having access to a person, rather than an 800-number , strengthened the retiree’s belief that he made the right decision.

This is an example for illustrative purposes.

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vitamins | from page 43 prostate cancer through the Selenium and Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial (SELECT). Researchers found that, instead of protecting men against prostate cancer, vitamin E supplements may actually increase the risk of developing prostate cancer by 17 percent. It’s estimated that about half of all men over age 60 currently take a supplement that contains vitamin E. SELECT’s original purpose was to determine whether selenium and vitamin E supplements could help prevent prostate cancer. More than 35,000 men ages 50 and older were recruited for the study. SELECT was stopped ahead of schedule in 2008 when it was apparent that neither supplement was beneficial. Although participants stopped taking the supplements, researchers continued to monitor their health.

When experts reviewed the participants’ latest data in 2011, they found that men in the group who took only vitamin E supplements (400 international units a day) were developing prostate cancer at a significantly higher rate than men who took either selenium only, a combination of selenium and vitamin E or a pill containing no medicine (a placebo).

The men took the supplements for an average of five and a half years. The increased rates didn’t appear until after the men stopped taking vitamin E, which points to the long-lasting effects of the supplement. Unfortunately, scientists haven’t yet been able to pinpoint how vitamin E increases prostate cancer risk.

They also need to explore why men who took both selenium and vitamin E saw no increased risk which could suggest beneficial interaction between the two.

A word of caution Be cautious about the supplements you take and why you’re taking them. Don’t take supplements before consulting with your doctor or a dietitian for guidance. He or she can identify any nutritional gaps you may have and make recommendations.

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Researchers compare brain scans of healthy people who were on average 76 years old with scans from patients with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and scans from healthy 25 year olds. They found that people who had been the most mentally active were less likely to develop brain plaques that are tied to Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease.

Remembering specific details from high school may come flooding back with ease but when your co-worker asks you what did last weekend, the details seem a little fuzzy. Forgetting those details donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to bother us as much as when you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fit into your favorite pair of jeans but it should.

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re out of shape. Exercising your brain is just as important as exercising your body, especially as you get older.

Numerous studies have been conducted to find out what effect mental exercise has on seniors specifically. They have found that mental exercise may help in keeping seniors living independently longer. Seniors who do regular exercises were found to be much faster at activities of daily living such as reaction time when driving, looking up a telephone number, and following medication instructions.

The benefits of mental exercises have been shown to not only affect seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; daily activities but health as well. A study published in the January issue of Archives of Neurology provided evidence that keeping your brain active may help ward off Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s.

In the study, researchers compared the brain scans of healthy people who were on average 76 years old with scans from patients with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and scans from healthy 25 year olds. They found that people who had been the most mentally active were less likely to develop brain plaques that are tied to Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease.

With the evidence for the importance of mental exercises growing, so has the prevalence of seniors participating in programs designed around mental exercises. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Every activity has a different difficulty level, so everyone in the class can continuously feel challenged,â&#x20AC;? says Athena Logothetes, who facilitates the Mind Aerobics Classes at Milwaukee Catholic Home.

In a Mind Aerobics class, seniors work on crossword puzzles, brain teasers, word games, and trivia. Trivia of current events specifically is important because like the details of our weekend that we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember, short-term memory is where seniors often have more difficulty. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gets their brain juices flowing and keeps them actively thinking even if at some point their bodies arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as strong, their brain will always be strong.â&#x20AC;? says Athena.

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GET YOUR BENEFIT VERIFICATION BEFORE

The Chill Sets In

By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI It’s that time of year again – when people in many parts of the country feel a new chill in the air each morning, and put an extra quilt or blanket on the bed.

It’s also the time of year when many states offer energy assistance to people who have low income and resources. Under the energy assistance program, your state may help with the cost of heating your home during the winter. But to get it, in most cases, you’ll need to provide proof of your income. If you get Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, you can get proof of the amount of your benefit quickly and easily by going online. Just visit www.socialsecurity.gov.

There are a number of reasons you may need written verification of your benefit amount, besides energy assistance programs. Perhaps you’re ready to make a major purchase and you’re trying to get a loan from a bank or financial institution. Or maybe you’re applying for state benefits or moving into a new apartment or home.

Whatever your reason, Social Security makes it easy for you to get the written verification you need at www.socialsecurity.gov. Just look in the left column under “What you can do online,” expand the “If you get benefits” section, and select the “Request a Proof of Income letter” link.

The letter can be used for any reason that someone requires proof of your income.

In addition to offering proof of your income, the letter is an official document that verifies your Medicare coverage, retirement or disability status, and age. The letter does not include your Social Security number.

From the time that you complete the online request, it will take about 10 days for you to receive the proof of income letter in the mail. If you need one sooner, you’ll want to call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or visit your local Social Security office.

But for most people, simply requesting the proof of income online is the most convenient way to get what you need. Get your benefit verification by visiting www.socialsecurity.gov.

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HOME HEALTH CARE More specifically, home health care may include occupational and physical therapy, speech therapy, and even skilled nursing. It may involve helping the elderly with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Or it may include assistance with cooking, cleaning, other housekeeping jobs, and monitoring one’s daily regimen of prescription and over-the-counter medications.

At this point, it is important to understand the difference between home health care and home care services. Although they sound the same (and home health care may include some home care services), home health care is more medically oriented.

While home care typically includes chore and housecleaning services, home health care usually involves helping seniors recover from an illness or injury. That is why the people who provide home health care are often licensed practical nurses, therapists, or home health aides. Most work for home health agencies, hospitals, or public health departments that are licensed by the state.

How Do I Make Sure that Home Health Care is Quality Care?

As with any important purchase, it is always a good idea to talk with friends,

neighbors, and your local area agency on aging to learn more about the home health care agencies in your community. In looking for a home health care agency, the following 20 questions can be used to help guide your search: > How long has the agency been serving this community? > Does the agency have any printed brochures describing the services it offers and how much they cost? If so, get one. > Is the agency an approved Medicare provider? > Is the quality of care certified by a national accrediting body such as the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations? > Does the agency have a current license to practice (if required in the state where you live)? > Does the agency offer seniors a “Patients’ Bill of Rights” that describes the rights and responsibilities of both the agency and the senior being cared for? > Does the agency write a plan of care for the patient (with input from the patient, his or her doctor and family), and update the plan as necessary? > Does the care plan outline the patient’s course of treatment, describing the specific tasks to be performed by each caregiver? > How closely do supervisors oversee care to ensure quality? > Will agency caregivers keep family members informed about the kind of care their loved one is getting? > Are agency staff members available around the clock, seven days a week, if necessary? > Does the agency have a nursing supervisor available to provide on-call assistance 24 hours a day? > How does the agency ensure patient confidentiality? > How are agency caregivers hired and trained? > What is the procedure for resolving problems when they occur, and who can I call with questions or complaints? > How does the agency handle billing? > Is there a sliding fee schedule based on ability to pay, and is financial assistance available to pay for services? > Will the agency provide a list of references for its caregivers? > Who does the agency call if the home health care worker cannot come when scheduled? > What type of employee screening is done?

When purchasing home health care directly from an individual provider (instead of through an agency), it is even more important to screen the person thoroughly.

This should include an interview with the home health caregiver to make sure that he or she is qualified for the job. You should request references. Also, prepare for the interview by making a list if any special needs the senior might have. For example, you would want to note whether the elderly patient needs help getting into or out of a wheelchair. Clearly, if this is the case, the home health caregiver must be able to provide that assistance. The screening process will go easier if you have a better idea of what you are looking for first.

For local information contact Comfort Keepers at 414-858-9400 or go to www. comfortkeepers.com.

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What should I look for in independent living facilities?

What you need from independent living depends on your own unique situation.

Where would you be most comfortable? Here are a few things to keep in mind: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about the people No matter what type of independent living facility you consider, you want to make sure you connect with peers and feel comfortable in the community. When you visit the area, talk with some of the residents. Are they people youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to know better? Are some of your favorite hobbies or activities available? Are support services timely, with staff friendly and accessible?

Size and location of community There is no set size for an independent living community, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really your preference. Do you prefer a smaller size community, or a busier place with more people and opportunities for socialization? Are you comfortable with more compact apartment-style living, or is having a detached home with easy access the ultimate goal?

Be sure to visit several communities to get a sense of what is comfortable to you.

Location is another consideration. Some popular retirement/independent living areas are in warmer states such as Arizona, California, and Florida. However, consider carefully if you are prepared to move a considerable distance. It does mean developing a new support network if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have family and friends close by, as well as finding new medical care.

Accessibility Take a look at how accessible the community is, both inside and outside. Do you feel safe coming and going at different hours of the day? Are facilities outside of the community within walking distance, or do you need transportation like a car or cart to get around? How easy is it to get to services such as a common dining hall or recreation center?

In your potential housing unit, get a feel for future adaptability. Are there any stairs inside the unit or outside? Can ramps be added if necessary? Check to see if adaptive devices like grab bars can be easily installed in bathrooms.

Community Resources and Support With so much variation in services, think about which are most important to you in an independent living facility. Also, consider services that you may find useful in the future. For example, if you value exercise, consider a community with an exercise area, pool, or fitness classes. You may like cooking your meals now but want the option for communal meals in the future. Prioritizing the services you want also helps you budget appropriately, since the more services a community offers, the higher the cost may be.

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Lexington Village 5000 South 107th Street Greenfield, WI 53228 414-425-4008 F: 414-425-1876 V Lexington Village is an elegant senior

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apartments in a three-story building with a private dining room. Includes community room with a kitchen, TV, and VCR. Library, bank, computer room, guest suite, beauty salon, porches, elevator access, and a controlled entry access system Milwaukee Catholic Home 2462 North Prospect Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211 (414) 224-9700 www.milwaukeecatholichome.org lcardinale@milwaukeecatholichome. org V Caring, respect and a dedication

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Deer Creek Village Apartments 3601 S. 147th St. New Berlin, WI 53151 262-641-9410 deercreek@oakbrookcorp.com V 145 one and two bedroom luxury apartments in a three-story building with a private dining room. Includes community room with a kitchen, TV, and VCR. Library, bank, computer room, guest suite, beauty salon, porches, elevator access, and a controlled entry access system

Berkshire Oconomowoc 210 S. Main Street Oconomowoc, WI 53066 262-567-9001 V The Berkshire Oconomowoc offers luxery and comfortable housing in the beautiful community of Oconomowoc for independent seniors 55 and older. One and two bedroom apartment homes, heat and water included, controlled access, underground parking, pets welcome- some restrictions apply.

Williamstown Bay 3400 East Ramsey Avenue, 414-481-8580 V Affordable senior homes for seniors

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CHAI POINT 1400 N. Prospect Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53202 414-289-9600 www.jewishseniorliving.org V A luxury high-rise apartment building overlooking Lake Michigan, Chai Point offers both beauty and service to older adults. Located in the center of Jewish cultural and community activities, you’re right where you want to be. Choose a 1-, 2- or 3-bedroom apartment from a variety of floor plans.

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San Camillo Retirement Community & Assisted Living at St. Camillus 10101 W. Wisconsin Ave. Wauwatosa Independent Retirement and Assisted Living 414-259-6333 www.stcam.com V Like a friendly small town community,

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Reilly-Joseph Company 1661 North Water Street, Suite 509 Milwaukee, WI 53202-6377 414-271-5201 V The Reilly-Joseph Company is a privately owned and operated apartment development firm, established in 1970.

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Meadowmere Assisted Living Community 2330 S. 54th Street West Allis, WI 53219 414-615-7100 www.meadowmerewestallis.com msteinbrenner@5sqc.com V Meadowmere offers spacious apartments which you can personalize with your own furnishings and decorations.

Experience our Healthy Generation Recreation Programs which include outings to area shows and restaurants. “Brain Fitness” programs are designed to be fun while keeping your mind active and alert. Join us in table games, entertainment, glee club, drama club and arts and crafts groups. Pets are welcome, too! We invite you to have lunch with us and a personal tour. Meadowmere is located within the Mitchell Manor Senior Living Community in West Allis, Wisconsin.

Meadowmere Northshore Assisted Living Community 10803 North Port Washington Road Mequon, WI 53092 262-478-2200 V Meadowmere Northshore Assisted Living Community offers all the comforts of home and more. Our residents enjoy 24-hour assistance with day-today tasks, in a setting that fosters independence. We recognize that a person’s optimum health and well being are the results of caring for the whole person -physically, emotionally, spiritually, intellectually and socially

Meadowmere Senior Living Community 701 E Puetz Rd Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-766-2100 www.meadowmereoakcreek.com rpergande@5sqc.com V At Meadowmere, you will always find

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the support you need to live well and enjoy all that life has to offer. From a variety of exciting activities, to fine dining, and a focus on wellness, Meadowmere is the perfect place to enjoy a health, happy retirement. Meadowmere Senior Living Community includes ManorPointe Independent Living, Meadowmere Assisted Living and Mitchell Manor Assisted Living. Our multiple levels of care allow a person to remain in our community as they age or their care needs change. Contact us at Meadowmere to set up a tour and learn more about our wonderful community today!

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Allis Care Center 414-453-9290 V Allis Care Center is a full-service nurs-

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We encourage you to visit us at 9047 W. Greenfield Avenue, West Allis, WI 53214 or call us at 414-453-9290 for more in-

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