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OCD and Its Care page 8

Night Terrors page 18 Joint and Muscle Pain – Long Term Solutions page 32

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2011 Volume 13, Issue 10

OCD and Its Care: Escape From the Prison of the Mind

This Month’s Cover Story:

Nutritional: Pumpkin Seed Oil Is Good For Your Health

Making Yourself at Home is a Family Affair

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Physical: Get Active, Get Healthy!

Emotional: Options for Treating Depression Naturally

Home Medical Equipment: Choosing the Right Company for Your Needs

Children’s Health: Night Terrors in Children

Sandwich Generation: Medical Changes — Part 5

Domestic Abuse Awareness Month: It’s Time To Talk

Kids and Sleep: Back to School Means Back to Sleep

Pedorthics: New-Age Relief for an Age-Old Problem

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Exercise: Improve Your Life Through Running

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Brain Health: Healthy Cells Make Healthy Brains

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bsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is more prevalent today than ten years ago. Over two and a half million adults and five hundred thousand children and teens in America suffer from some form of OCD. It is important to keep this mental health disorder in the forefront so that people can better understand what OCD truly is

and that there is help for it. As defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders, the diagnostic text for Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry, OCD is an anxiety disorder. OCD affects each sufferer very differently, but people who experience it have in common feelings of helplessness and hopelessness to control their symptoms. It is as if they are in prison within their own mind. The compulsive component of OCD is what we read or see most about in the media today. Whether it is someone who washes hands Page 8 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

75 times a day or a person who has to count the number of stairs each time they walk a staircase, compulsions are done in an attempt to alleviate excessive anxiety. One major mental compulsion is the “figuring it out compulsion,” where people with OCD spend large amounts of time trying to figure things out that cannot be figured out (e.g., the outcome of a serious talk with a significant other that has not yet occurred). Compulsions are, at best, a temporary diversion from crippling worry, but the person with OCD comes to believe that the compulsions are essential to things going right in life. As humans we do things for ourselves that give us at least a temporary illusion of control, often no matter what the consequences. Obsessive thinking, the other component of OCD, can present in many ways. For some people, it is constant fear of germs contaminating everything around us, while for others obsessions could come in the form of intrusive thoughts which are violent, sexual, or odd in nature. The brain of the person with OCD experiences obsessive thoughts as “fire alarms.” When we hear a fire alarm, we have to react, and that means we evacuate our home, building, or wherever we may be. In relation to OCD, people react to anxiety “fire alarms” with obsessions and/or compulsions. What the OCD sufferer needs help to understand is that these “fire alarms” their brain is having are actually “false fire alarms” which do not need to be answered with compulsions or obsessions. Psychologists and counselors can help people with OCD cope with the disorder and eventually minimize it as well by using a method called Exposure-Response Prevention (ERP). The exposure aspect of this treatment does exactly what it suggests, exposes the person gradually to the stimulus that is making them anxious (e.g., dirt). Next comes the response prevention aspect in which the person receiving care is taught to make a conscious choice to manage obsessive thoughts or not to do a compulsive behavior after encountering what makes them anxious. For example, a person may be helped to choose not to wash their hands for thirty minutes after actually touching dirt. Research has also shown that many people with OCD can be helped through the combination of medicine and ERP. Several antidepressants on the market today, medicines such as Zoloft, Prozac, Celexa, and Lexapro, can help when used in conjunction with ERP. It is important to note that not all antidepressants are effective in the treatment of OCD, nor does a certain medicine work for each individual patient. Thus, it is best for the clinician providing therapy or counseling to work in conjunction with the patient’s family doctor or psychiatrist to discuss the best possible combination of options. OCD is more prevalent today than it has been historically. It is a disorder that can imprison people who experience it and also those around them. The good news is that OCD sufferers and their loved ones need not struggle on in silence. Effective help can be a phone call away. For more information on OCD, contact the International OCD Foundation www.ocfoundation.org or contact the Antioch Group at 309-692-6622. www.antiochgroup.com.

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nutritional

Pumpkin Seed Oil Is Good For Your Health By Darrell Miller

umpkin seed oil, as the name suggests, is obtained from pumpkin seeds, which can also be eaten roasted in the same way that people eat sunflower seeds. When roasted, they are coated in a sauce such as Worcester sauce and then heated in low oven for a long period of time. The secret of roasting them to maintain their nutritional value is to keep the temperature low and the cooking time high. The seeds are regarded as a “superfood” that is rich in vitamins A and E, the essential fatty acids known as Omega 3 and Omega 6, zinc, iron, magnesium and potassium. The seed is known as a pepita in North and South America.

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The oil is reddish green and many people find it delicious. It is best when used raw, and can be drunk in the form of smoothies or shakes, or used as a salad dressing. Some also enjoy drinking it raw, and using it as a spread instead of butter or margarine. The benefits it provides to the human body are a healthy brain function, increased energy and it has a special use in maintaining a healthy prostate gland. The vitamin E content is high, especially gamma-tocopherol, and it has a high antioxidant effect with consequent anti-inflammatory properties. Its effect on arthritis, and inflammatory disease, has been investigated and the inclusion of pumpkin seeds in the diet

has been found to reduce the inflammatory symptoms of the condition with a consequent reduction in pain. In fact, in a comparison test with indomethacin, a common arthritis treatment, pumpkin seeds compared very well and in fact had a more positive effect on the damage to the fats in the joint linings than did indomethacin, which tends to increase the concentration of lipid peroxides rather than reduce them. Osteoporosis is another problem associated with aging in men. It has been estimated that men over 50 have a 12.5% chance of suffering a fracture due to brittle bones, and it is though that this is connected with a deficiency of zinc. In fact a clear correlation has been established between osteoporosis in older men and low levels of zinc and the diet and in the blood. Pumpkins seeds, as already mentioned, are rich in zinc, and the benefits of their use as a supplement to avoid an enlarged prostate is reinforced by their effect in protecting against osteoporosis. Pumpkin seeds contain a high concentration of the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin. These are specifically useful in protecting the cardiovascular system and prevent atherosclerosis. They also contain plant sterols known as phytosterols that are believed to help reduce the blood concentration of cholesterol. This types of sterols are the basis of the “cholesterol busting” drinks that are sold in supermarkets. They also help to strengthen the immune system and are believe to help reduce the risk of contracting some types of cancer. Pumpkin seed oil is a rich source of alpha-linolenic acid, an important unsaturated fatty acid that some studies have indicated can be used to prevent metastaes (the spread of the disease) development in patients with breast cancer. The most

prized type of oil is that from Syrian oil, from the province of Steiermark in Austria. Such pumpkins are also grown in parts of North America, and the best oil is said to come from the first pressing. If used in cooking, the temperature must be kept low, since many of the nutrients are destroyed much over 100 Celsius. Find out what pumpkin seed oil can do for you, and if it applies to you, then use it. There are stronger antioxidants, and better foods to take in an attempt to protect from certain conditions. However, there are certain circumstances when pumpkin seeds will do the job better than most other supplements. Look for organic pumpkin seeds or pumpkin seed oil at your local health food store.

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egular exercise is important to the physical and mental health of everyone, and becomes increasingly essential as we age. Physical fitness not only produces long-term health benefits but also boosts energy levels, improves mood and increases confidence. Page 12 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends adults 65 and older get at least two hours and 30 minutes of moderate-intense aerobic activity (e.g., brisk walking) and muscle-strengthening activities on two or more days per week . While that may seem like a lot, it only amounts to 20 to 30 minutes each day and even can be broken down into three 10-minute sessions.

Although many adults in the 50 plus age bracket may think it’s too late to be physically active, it’s important to realize that you can benefit from even small bouts of movement, said Dr. Neal Fischer, Medical Director of Humana’s Great Lakes Medicare Region. “It can be surprisingly easy to sneak a little bit extra activity into our lives each day, whether we’re walking the dog, doing yard work, cleaning the house, or even parking in a spot that’s a little further from the store,” he said. Now, you can take those positive habits and push yourself to do more. Go dancing, opt for the stairs instead of the elevator, take a swim or walk a few laps around the mall. Reaping the rewards of physical activity doesn’t necessarily require strenuous workouts or spending hours at the gym. It’s about adding more movement and activity to your life, even in small ways. If you need motivation, find an “exercise buddy” or join a class at your local fitness center. An exercise buddy not only can make activity more fun, it can also double your willpower. Dr. Fischer said it’s beneficial to check with your health insurance provider to see if they offer discounts or free classes in your area. For example, health benefits company Humana teams up with Healthways SilverSneakers® to provide Humana Medicare Advantage members with free memberships at participating fitness centers. This partnership allows members to use workout equipment, take fitness classes like Zumba and yoga, attend health educational seminars and join fun social events. By participating in scheduled exercise classes or even joining a neighborhood walking group, you’ll have the chance to socialize with others on a more frequent basis and get in the groove with scheduled physical activities.

In addition to the physical benefits, Dr. Fischer said exercise can have many psychological and emotional benefits as well. “Regular physical activity is a great way to reduce anxiety and take your mind off of whatever you may be nervous about –whether it’s your health, bank account or a strenuous relationship – because exercise produces endorphins that help to improve your mood and reduce depression,” he said. You’ll be surprised what a great distraction an activity can be and how it will boost your self confidence, too! Worried about memory loss? Exercise also helps to keep your brain active, which can prevent loss of memory and cognitive decline while also slowing the progression of brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease . With 5.4 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s and nearly half of people aged 85 and older battling the disease, it’s important for everyone – regardless of their age – to be proactive and participate in physical activity . Dr. Fischer said exercise produces “neurotropic peptides,” which act as joy juice for the brain, boosting new connections and even new brain cells. Above all, be safe and keep well hydrated. Be sure to have fun and stay motivated when choosing an activity. If you do something you enjoy, scheduling time for exercise won’t seem like a chore. While it’s easy to get discouraged about aches and pains, remember that the effort is worth the benefits you’ll see – and feel – in your life. Visit www.humana.com/resources/healthy_living for additional information.

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Options for Treating Depression

Naturally By Jeff Robbins, Essential Wellness

linical depression is a serious problem. Left untreated depression can ruin relationships, cause problems at work, make it difficult to overcome illness, and lead to risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol addiction. Clinical depression is an illness that involves the body, mood, and thoughts. Depression affects the way you eat and sleep. It affects the way you feel about yourself and those around you. People who are depressed cannot simply pull themselves out of it and be better. Without proper treatment, depression can last for weeks, months or years. Appropriate treatment can help most people with depression. Antidepressant prescription medications are absolutely appropriate treatment, when prescribed by a physician for depressive episodes. Many people however are looking for more natural ways to treat their depression. These alternatives to prescription drugs can be effective alternatives. But if you are thinking of hurting yourself or others, and/or you have substance abuse issues you should see a medical practitioner immediately. Many progressive practitioners use non-drug therapies first for mild to moderate depression. They first look for the common signs of depression: • D aytime fatigue • Irritability and difficulty concentrating • T rouble falling asleep • S leep that is non-restoring • W aking in the middle of the night • W ithdrawal from society • L oss of interest in things around you • C hanges in appetite (more or less food) • Q uickness to anger, irritability, restlessness • S adness • F eelings of worthlessness and inadequacy • H eadaches, backaches, chronic and increased pain • W inter can cause seasonal affect disorder (SAD) Page 14 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

Whatever the factors that trigger it, depression begins with a disturbance in the part of the brain that governs moods. Most people can handle everyday stresses; their bodies readjust to these pressures. When stress is too great for a person and his or her adjustment mechanism is unresponsive, depression may be triggered. Natural treatment of depression starts with the basics: Sleep, food, rest, and exercise. Sleep-Adequate sleep is essential for one to feel restored and balanced. Insomnia may be a major symptom of depression. Good sleep habits are important for a good night’s sleep. Caffeine and alcohol should be eliminated from the diet. Exercise can promote tiredness. Natural sleep aids can be of great help for patients with insomnia. SAMe, 5-HTP, melatonin, valerian root, calcium and magnesium can all be helpful to reset the natural sleep cycle. See your natural health practitioner to get proper protocols and dosages. Food-Food greatly influences the brain’s behavior. Research shows up to 70% of the neurotransmitters in your brain are made in your GI tract. A poor diet, especially one with lots of junk food, is a common cause of depression. Also, poor digestion can greatly affect your mood. Even if your diet is good, if your digestive tract cannot pull out the nutrients from the food, your brain will not function properly. So we look at what you eat and how you digest what you eat. Here is what to eat to feel your best: A diet high in protein (proteins are turned into neurotransmitters in the lower GI) A Mediterranean diet with chicken, fish, turkey, lots of vegetables, and some fruit is the best. • Fish oil, omega 3 fatty acids can help mood and brain function. • D igestive enzymes (especially Lipase and Amylase) can help break down proteins to make neurotransmitters. • Probiotics (the good bacteria in our GI tract) are very important in the making of neurotransmitters.

Rest and Exercise are vital to feeling your best mentally. Both rest and exercise help promote positive neurotransmitters to help with mood. A busy life or feeling lethargic prevents many people with depression from planning rest and exercise. Setting specific times to rest and exercise are a crucial part of regaining a positive mood. If you cannot find a way to schedule these into your life find a counselor or life coach to help you create a plan for happiness. Hormones can greatly affect mood. Men and women going through andropause and menopause can feel burned out and depressed. The sex hormones involved that can be tested are: • P rogesterone • T estosterone • E stradiol • D HEA • A lso Cortisol for adrenal function and the thyroid hormones can affect mood.

All of these may be helpful as treatment for mild to moderate depression. Lastly nutraceutical products may help with some of the symptoms of depression. Buying quality vitamins and nutrients from reputable vitamin shops is essential. Cheap vitamins may lack quality to the point they may not be helpful. Only go to a shop or health care practitioner who can prove to you that the vitamins and nutrients are of the highest quality. Some of these nutrients are: • 5-HTP- Helps with sleep and depression • Fish Oil- Helps with mood and mental sharpness • Melatonin- Helps with sleep and mood • St. John’s Wort- Helps with mood • SAMe- Helps with mood • Tyrosine- Helps with energy and mood • Phosphtidylserine-Helps with relaxation and sleep • Valerian Root – Helps with relaxation and sleep

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f you needed oxygen or a piece of medical equipment and had to decide in the next 10 minutes, would you know what medical equipment company to choose or what questions to ask before making that decision? This scenario happens more often than you think. Typically when someone is going to be discharged from the hospital and is in need of medical equipment or oxygen, a member from the social service department or discharge planning will come in to help make the arrangements. You will need to choose where the medical equipment and/or supplies come from. You may not need any equipment at this time, but if you gather the information now it may make the decision down the road a lot easier. Attending area health fairs where medical equipment vendors exhibit is a great way to collect information and ask questions in a very non-pressured setting. You will be able to see what equipment they carry and what services they provide. Looking at websites is a quick way to view this information from the comfort of your home. These are some things that you should consider when choosing a medical company. Are the services/equipment covered by my insurance company? Medicare does not have contracts with any medical equipment companies at this time, but some insurance companies do. You want to make sure you are getting the best coverage that your insurance allows. There are many different insurance plans and each one covers differently depending on the item that is being ordered. Most insurance plans do not cover 100%; you may have some financial responsibility unless you have a secondary insurance. It is important to know that just because an item is ordered by your physician, it may not be covered by your insurance policy. You can always call your insurance company to check and see if an item is covered.

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Night Terrors in Children

ou are awakened unexpectedly by the fitful screaming of your child shortly after he or she fell fast asleep. You go to your child’s side to comfort them but are met with increased distress. Your child does not respond to your efforts. You are worried yet frustrated and helpless. After about twenty minutes, your child suddenly quiets down and, as quickly as it began, your child

is fast asleep again. In the morning when you ask your child about the event, they have no recollection of it ever happening. In this scenario, the child’s sleep was dramatically disrupted by a night terror (sleep terror). This is different than a typical nightmare. Some estimates report night terrors occur in up to 15% of the pediatric population ages 2-12 years, with some as young as 18 months, and occurring most frequently between the ages of two to six. This occurrence happens just as frequently in girls and boys. Although the event seems to present itself as a distressing sleep problem, it is actually a part of normal development as the brain matures. Sleep happens in five stages. Stages 1-4 are considered nonRapid Eye Movement (NREM) sleep stages (quiet sleep), and stage 5 is considered REM sleep (active sleep). During the first four stages of sleep, brainwaves slow down and by stage three or four, your brain is in a deep sleep. The fifth and final stage of sleep is called REM sleep, and in this stage brainwaves increase to levels similar to what is experienced when a person is awake. This is the period of time when dreams and/or nightmares occur. An individual may cycle through the stages several times during sleep. What are night terrors? Night terrors are a common sleep problem among children that usually involves an abrupt and intense awakening within the first one to four hours during non-REM sleep. Page 18 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

By Regina Brian, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Psychology Specialists, Ltd.

The child may initially awaken with a distressing scream or cry. Children are often described as appearing frightened or panicked with open yet non-responsive eyes. Other common symptoms may include sweating, increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and flailing or thrashing of the arms and legs. Attempts to console the child will often be met with increased agitation. Picking up or touching the child in any way often makes the experience worse for the parent or caregiver and does not help the night terror end any sooner. Night terrors typically last anywhere from five to thirty minutes before the child’s reaction remits and they fall back asleep. When asked about the night terror the next morning, the child will not remember. What causes night terrors? There are no specific known causes of this sleep disturbance in children, but evidence supports some possible causes to be related to sleep deprivation, stressful life events, fevers, some medications that affect the central nervous system (CNS), and a family history of sleep disorders (80% have a family member who has history of night terrors or sleepwalking). Difference from nightmares? Night terrors differ from nightmares in that nightmares occur during REM sleep. A child experiencing a nightmare can usually be consoled and will respond to efforts to comfort them and may be more reluctant to go back to sleep. When asked about the nightmare, the child is more likely to remember details. How to handle a night terror. There is no particular treatment for night terrors. However, if your child experiences a night terror, most importantly, make sure he or she is safe. Try to refrain from utilizing physical consoling such as picking them up or waking them up by jostling or wiggling them as doing so will likely result in increased agitation. Use a calm and quiet voice when verbally comforting your child. If left with a babysitter, be sure to inform them of what to do if your child has a night terror. Strategies. Although night terrors are distressing, they are a normal part of development and typically disappear into adolescence. Overtiredness can potentially increase the chances of a night terror, and placing your child a regular sleep schedule can facilitate more restful sleep for both you and your child. If your child has regular night terrors, wake your child near the time they occur to disrupt the cycle. In addition, proper nutrition through a balanced diet promotes healthy development, which in turn may decrease the chances of disturbed sleep and night terror experiences. If night terrors occur frequently despite strategic attempts to prevent them from happening, seek the assistance of a professional. Psychology Specialists is a group of doctors and counselors with a broad range of specialties who help people with all types of physical and emotional pain. For more information, contact us at 309-648-0782 or visit www.psychologyspecialists.com.

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Lutheran Hillside Village Making Yourself at Home is a Family Affair By Luke Smith, Lutheran Senior Services

Residents Marguerite Friday (left) and Helen Walkup (2nd from right) are joined by Jim and Phyllis Walkup at the complimentary beverage bar in Lutheran Hillside Village’s Community Center.

“ t’s getting so I have to make an appointment to come see my Mom,” laughs Jim Walkup, a Peoria area resident whose mother, Helen, lives at Lutheran Hillside Village. “She’s always out doing things with her friends. I don’t even try to visit on Thursdays. That’s line dancing day.” Helen laughs, too. So does the rest of her family gathered around the table in the private dining room Page 20 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

at Lutheran Hillside Village (LHV). Some of them are family by birth, while others are family by marriage (like her daughter-in-law Phyllis, or Phyllis’ mother Marguerite). And some, like LHV staff member Ellyn Book, have become family because they care. Jim, Phyllis, Helen, and Marguerite have added a lot of new family members that way since coming to LHV.

Residents at Lutheran Hillside Village have access to a wide variety of social, spiritual, educational, recreational and wellness opportunities. And it’s made all the difference, Helen says. “I just love it here. The residents, the staff, the other families – they all really care about one another,” Helen says. “If one of us gets sick, the rest of us find out how she’s doing. If someone has a birthday, we all send cards. It really is a big, extended family. And everyone’s a part of it.”

Person-centered care is at the heart of what LHV offers. Caregivers are encouraged to really get to know each resident’s needs and preferences. This helps them to custom-build an experience that is uniquely satisfying for everyone under their care. “It’s not what you expect a nursing home to be like,” Phyllis says. “The staff treat it like the residents’ home. And so it becomes their home.”

A Place for Everyone Lutheran Hillside Village is what’s known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Here, residents from all faith traditions and personal backgrounds have access to a full spectrum of living options – from independent living apartments and patio homes to assisted living to 24-hour skilled nursing. LHV also offers its REACH Short Stay program, providing short-term rehabilitation for people recovering from injury or illness. Plus, there are neighborhoods here specially designed for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease. “The idea behind a CCRC is giving people the chance to age in place,” says Ellyn. As the community’s senior living counselor, she has helped many new residents make a home for themselves at LHV. “If a resident’s needs change, the help they need is just down the hall. They don’t have to find a new place to live, they don’t have to make snap decisions in a time of crisis. They can rest assured that the people they know and trust are taking care of them.”

Caring Hands, Caring Hearts Marguerite’s experience at LHV was so positive that, when Helen’s husband Grover developed a need for more help than Helen could provide, the Walkups knew just what to do. “Grover had Alzheimer’s disease,” Helen says, “and it got to the point where I couldn’t sleep, I couldn’t go out, I’d let everything go around the house … Grover just needed too much of my time. My health was starting to suffer. “ In LHV’s skilled nursing memory care neighborhood, the Walkups found the same kind of loving attention to detail and customized care that Marguerite enjoyed in the care center. “As you can well imagine,” says Jim, “the later stages of Alzheimer’s are hard to treat and to cope with, for us in the family and for the caregivers. But it was always amazing to me how much the nurses would do.” “They really loved my Dad, you could tell.”

There When You Need Them The Walkup family has had a lot of opportunities to learn why LHV’s staff is so trustworthy. Marguerite was the first to come live here; after she suffered a stroke in 2006, she moved into the community’s historic Lutheran Home care center. “We came to realize, there’s no way Mom could go live alone again,” says Phyllis, “and I was really worried about how we were going to take care of her.” Once Marguerite moved into LHV, one of the biggest reliefs for the Walkups was how well Marguerite got along with the staff there. “They’re all good-natured,” she says. “They all treat me really nicely. I get along with all of them.” “The nurses all get to know her,” Phyllis says with a smile. “She teases them, and they tease her right back. It’s all so personalized. They get to know the residents as individuals. “

Living Life to the Fullest After Grover moved in, Helen decided to take an independent living apartment at LHV so she could be close to him. “And I’m glad I did,” she says. “Living here, I could go down and see him any time I wanted to. He got the attention he needed, and I got peace of mind.” Plus, Jim points out, it was good to see his mother socializing again. “When they were living alone, Mom went days without seeing someone,” he says. So, after Grover passed away in 2010, Helen couldn’t have been in a better place. “All the ladies here who had already lost their husbands would come up to me and we’d talk,” Helen recalls. “They’re the best kind of support group.” Now, Helen is always on the go and surrounded by new friends. “They have so many activities here,” she says. “I wouldn’t be doing anything if I was October 2011 — Peoria — Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 21

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Resident Marguerite Friday, with Director of Dining Services Mark Shoopman, enjoys lunch at the new Wildflowers Café at Lutheran Hillside Village.

Helen Walkup, with daughter-in-law Phyllis Walkup, appreciates having time to learn to play the piano. home alone, but here, they have golfing, bus trips, shopping, line dancing… you can’t possibly do everything they offer here.” Meanwhile, LHV’s staff works behind the scenes to take care of the little things. Housekeeping, maintenance, landscaping, and even the utility bills are all covered under a single monthly service fee. And that’s a tremendous load off Helen’s mind. “There are so many things you don’t have to worry about anymore when you live here,” Helen says. “I just feel so safe.” Page 22 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

All in the Family “We just feel so grateful for this place,” says Jim. “Anything Mom or Marguerite needs is right here under one roof. We never have to worry – even when we went overseas on vacation recently, we knew everything would be taken care of.” “It’s convenient for us and for them,” he says. “It’s away from the middle of town in a nice, safe location, but it’s so easy to get to. No matter where we are in town, it’s simple to get here.” You might say that all roads lead to LHV. It was certainly true for the Walkups – Marguerite, Grover, and Helen all came from different circumstances and for different reasons, but they all found the same family style of service. “It’s a one-stop shop,” Jim says with a laugh. But there’s some truth to that joke. If Helen decides she doesn’t feel comfortable in independent living, LHV offers assisted living right down the hall. If she gets sick or injured, REACH Short Stay can help her get back on her feet through therapy and other rehabilitation services. And of course, she’s already familiar with LHV’s skilled nursing and memory care programs. But whatever happens as she ages in place, Helen knows she’ll be surrounded by people who care. “I’ve met so many wonderful people here,” Helen says. “I’m never lonely. There’s always somebody around. I love it here.”

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omestic Violence is often thought of as the secret that occurs behind closed doors. It is thought of as a “family problem”. The danger with this outlook is that it promotes further violence by ignoring the problem and not exposing the resources that assist victims. Domestic violence is an issue that needs to be talked about and everyone should be aware of the issues surrounding this “family secret”. In order to expose this issue, we need to be able to define it. The Center for Prevention of Abuse provides the following definition: Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior used to establish power and control over another person through fear and intimidation, often including the threat or use of violence. Domestic violence happens when one person believes they are entitled to control another. Domestic violence is a crime! It can take many forms such as assault, threats against children and pets, intimidation, emotional and verbal abuse, limited or no access to finances, and sexual abuse. Whatever the tactic, the victim fears the abuser; feels trapped, and may not know there are community services to provide safety and support. We must all do our part in the prevention of domestic violence. It begins with talking about it. Our community should support the rights of all individuals to live in peace and with dignity. A community should also insist that perpetrators of violence are held accountable and victims of violence can easily access help. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It’s a time to talk about how to make our homes more peaceful. What happens in individual homes spills out into our schools, businesses and neighborhoods. Let’s make sure they are safe places to be.

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hile it takes time to adjust to new classes, new teachers and a new school year, sometimes the hardest adjustment is the one that permits students to get all the sleep they need. For many students, summertime offers a reprieve from homework and more rigid time schedules. It can also mean later bedtimes and wake times. Children are often allowed to stay up later at night and get up

confuse your child’s biological clock, making harder to wake up on Monday morning. • Create a sleep friendly bedtime routine. Eliminate distractions such as evening television and video games within an hour of two of bedtime. Reading together prior to bedtime is a better activity, which promotes sleep.

later in the morning, and as a result, back to school hours can be stressful for students. This comes at a time when they need to maximize their sleep in order to perform best in school activities and classes. A recent study by Northwestern University found that teens lose as much as two hours of sleep per night during the week once schools start following summer break. This significant loss of sleep can lead to moodiness, lack of interest in school, and lethargy during the day. So what can you do to help your children fight off the back to school sleepiness? Here are some suggestions from the C. Duane Morgan Sleep Center at Methodist Medical Center. • Recognize that sleep is like “food for the brain,” a resource that makes kids more ready to learn. With enough sleep, students can pay attention better, remember more of what they learned, and are less impulsive. • Sleep-wake schedules should be adjusted prior to the start of school. If you have been lax with bed times and wake times all summer, now is the time to establish a consistent schedule. Children may lose sleep adjusting to the new schedule but it is better for that to happen prior to the opening of school. • Keep to the school-oriented schedule, even on weekends and holidays. Staying up and sleeping later on weekends and holidays may

• Become a sleep role model. Modeling optimal sleep behaviors should start with the parents. Make sure that you stick to a consistent bedtime and get enough sleep. It will help you as well as teach your children good sleep habits. • Learn how much sleep is needed to function well. Children should awaken refreshed, not tired, most adolescents need between 8.5 and 9.25 hours of sleep each night. • Get into bright light as soon as possible in the morning, but avoid it in the evening. The light helps to signal to the brain when it should wake up and when it should prepare to sleep. • After lunch, stay away from coffee and colas with caffeine, which are stimulants. • Say no to all nighters. Staying up late can cause chaos to sleep patters. Remember the best thing to do to prepare for a test is to get plenty of sleep. All nighters or late night study sessions might seem to give a student more time to cram for an exam, but they are also likely to drain brainpower.

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edorthics is a relatively young profession - in name anyway. Making, fitting, and modifying footwear, however, is an occupation as old as the human race. While modern health care practices may have added layers of complexity to the field by developing credentials and certification, in essence what a pedorthist does is make, fit, and modify footwear. It’s pretty simple and it works. Like most medical professions, Pedorthics is as much of an art as it is a science. The human foot is a complicated and delicately balanced mechanism. When feet are functioning normally, they are amazing. And, of course, we mostly ignore them when they do what they are supposed to. Unfortunately, however, many of us know from experience that our feet are susceptible to many potential maladies. Why? Unless we spend all our waking hours on the couch, our feet are subject to repetitive wear and tear every day. Time is not kind either, and systemic diseases such as diabetes target the feet. And it’s true what that old song tells us; the foot bone IS connected to the ankle bone and the ankle bone to the knee bone, and so on. When our feet are unhappy, they can make the rest of our bodies somewhat unhappy as well.

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or those in chronic pain, the problems in the body have become entrenched and multifaceted. The body’s habitual reaction to stress, for example may well be perpetuating pain and dysfunction. The jaw may be clinched and held forward, the right arm held firmly against the torso and the body’s weight habitually shifted to one side. Even people who are not in pain tend to coil up in a particular pattern when stressed. But for chronic pain sufferers, their body’s stress response exacerbates and prolongs their condition.

Healthy sleep patterns must be re-established and stress management improved. Of course, everyone needs regular exercise. Yoga, tai chi or pilates is often prescribed for those in chronic pain. These approaches emphasize a full breathing pattern that is paired with various movements. The spine is stretched and strengthened. Hips, tight from too much sitting, get to stretch out. The relaxation response is emphasized. However, until faulty

Unbalanced breathing: One’s breathing pattern may also be a problem. For example, if someone with chronic back pain only breathes forward into the chest, they will overwork the back. Try this breathing experiment. Inhale fully into the front of your chest and feel the extra work on the back. Then allow the back to relax enough to allow the back ribs to move as you inhale again. Can you feel the back soften when the entire rib cage is free to move with the breath? Movement Habits: Back Pain: Typically, well-worn movement and positioning habits are perpetuating the problems. For example, someone with a chronically tight back may get out of a chair while unconsciously holding the back very rigidly. It looks like a helicopter taking off when this person stands up. Their eyes are looking straight ahead through the entire movement. To loosen the back, this person will need to learn how to relax back muscles so that when they stand, it looks more like an airplane taking off and the eyes are looking downward to start. Knee Pain: Someone with chronic knee pain may be standing up out of a chair with the knees too far forward. They may need to learn how to keep their knees and hips back further while standing up to reduce the strain at the knees. Similar problems may make climbing or descending stairs painful. Neck or Shoulder Pain: While sitting at the computer, a person with chronic neck or shoulder pain may be over-reaching while using the mouse. Their shoulder is elevated and the head is tilted to the side for hours at a time. The mouse must be repositioned so that the elbow can rest below the shoulder. The shoulders need to be level and the head and neck relatively straight. If the monitor is off to one side, it will need to be repositioned so that the individual can look straight ahead while viewing it. Finding and Practicing What Helps: For those in chronic pain a wellness lifestyle must be adopted. Eating for wellness and reduced inflammation should be a goal. Page 32 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

movement patterns are identified and addressed, even gentle exercise approaches may increase pain. Pain medications may have value, but their long term use generally has harmful effects on vital organs. Similarly, cortisone injections may help reduce immediate pain levels for a number of weeks, but any benefit must be honestly weighed against potential side effects including weight gain, depression, slowed healing, tendon ruptures and deterioration of the joint injected. Less potentially harmful options should be exhausted first. Someone in pain, for example, can request their doctor to issue a referral to physical therapy to help them learn healthier ways for the body to move, breathe, and respond to stress. With practice, new movement patterns can gradually be adopted and along with a wellness lifestyle, can restore the body’s ability to heal and move more freely, lessening pain. For more information or to schedule a free consultation with a physical therapist at Healthy Arts Physical Therapy in Peoria or Eureka, call 309-467-3220, email healthyartspt@yahoo.com or visit healthyartspt.com.

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k. That’s quite a bold statement, isn’t it? But, if you ask runners, they will agree. Not only is running an excellent way to lose weight and re-shape your body, it also has a bit of a “spiritual” aspect. Most people who have trained with me know that I tend to be a running advocate. I truly believe that running has changed my life. It allows me to stay lean. It allows me “special time” with God. It allows me personal time to get in touch with my life, my goals and my visions. And it is something that is all “me”. I run for me….period! There was a time, when I was a fitness instructor and swore “ I couldn’t run”. As I told people, and many of you can relate, that when I attempted to run, it felt as though someone was picking me up and slapping me against the pavement. There was NO sense of enjoyment what so ever in running for me! Well, part of the problem was I was attempting to run because someone else thought I should, plus I was running someone else’s pace. It wasn’t until I began running with a girlfriend that I truly fell in love with running. It was “girlfriend” time, and it was GREAT! As time went on, I fell in love with the feeling (the runner’s high) that running gave me. And, it truly is euphoric. Nothing compares. I can cycle 2-3 hours…and still not get the euphoric feeling a steady paced run will give me. It almost seems like, as humans we are born to run. Think about it. When you were a child, or maybe you recall children of your own… What do they want to do from the moment they are able to walk proficiently? They want to run! How many times do we yell “stop running”? I have seen running completely change people’s lives. It improves their over-all feeling of well-being and increases their energy level. It even makes them more self-confident. I could tell you several stories about clients of mine whose complete attitudes Page 34 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

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re you feeling dizzy? Your dizziness may be due to Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo or BPPV. This condition is an inner ear problem that causes short lasting, but severe room spinning dizziness/vertigo. This condition can occur after head trauma or it can also arise due to the aging process. But often times BPPV can occur with no identified reason. Many people suffering from BPPV experience symptoms when awakening from a nights sleep, rolling over in bed, turning or tilting their head, and looking up or down. These movements bring on brief moments of dizziness and possible nausea and vomiting. The cause of dizziness or BPPV is due to the dislodgement of small calcium carbonate crystals that float through the inner ear fluid that strike against sensitive nerve endings in the canal. A physical exam can determine if your dizziness is due to BPPV. A physical therapist can perform repositioning maneuvers which will help move the crystals away from the nerve endings of the ear into another location that won’t cause any problems. Recently, a 46 year old patient was treated with a three week history of vertigo. This patient was referred by her neurologist. At her initial assessment the patient experienced vertigo when bending over, looking up, and lying flat. The symptoms she experienced lasted about ten seconds and caused nausea without vomiting. Upon further examination, the patient was found to have positive Dix-Hallpike test Page 36 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

indicating the right ear canal was the location of the crystals and the reason for the patients BPPV. The patient was treated with repositioning maneuvers performed by the physical therapist to dislodge the crystals in her right inner ear canal and was given treatment instructions to follow for the remainder of the day. A follow up appointment was made for the following week. The patient was reassessed one week later and she reported no further episodes of vertigo. The patient’s balance was further evaluated at this time and it was found that she had some mild balance deficits remaining from a previous aneurysm. The treatment concluded with a modified home exercise program which included exercises to promote improved balance and safety. The patient was seen for a total of two physical therapy visits over the course of two weeks and experienced 100% resolution of symptoms after her first treatment session. Although outcomes can differ for each patient, vertigo is one of many problems successfully treated at Premier Physical Therapy. If you think you might be experiencing vertigo, call our office at 683-6900 for a free, no obligation screening to find out if physical therapy can help you. You can learn more about Premier Physical Therapy at www.premierhealthcare.biz or find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/ptpremier.

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f you have a headache, your first reaction may be the medicine cabinet for pain relief or a visit to the doctor. However, if the problem persists it might be something you should mention to your dentist as the cause may actually lie in your mouth. Dental treatments for headaches are highly effective and are beginning to gain credibility within medical circles. So much credibility, in fact, that one of the nation’s largest headache groups, the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, recognized dentistry’s role in treating headache and facial pain. Dr. Bill Costaras of the Illinois Institute of Dental Sleep Medicine has seen a significant percentage of his patient’s benefit from a dental treatment for their headaches. “I have many patients who come to me complaining of headaches, jaw and facial pain as well as pain in the ears, never realizing that their pain was caused by a misalignment in their jaw,” says Costaras. Tension Headaches Linked to Jaw It is believed that 45 million Americans have disabling, chronic headaches, and the economic costs due to job absenteeism, lost production, and medical expenses are estimated to be as high as $50 billion annually. Approximately 35 million also suffer from TMJ problems known as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD), caused by an imbalanced bite. When the joint causes pressure to be put on the nerves, muscles, and blood vessels that pass near the head, pain can result. “If you suffer from continual headaches or migraines, especially first thing in the morning, pain behind your eyes, jaw clenching or teeth grinding, sinus pains and pains in the neck or shoulders, you should consider visiting your dentist, as well as a doctor, as soon as possible,” says Costaras. Many people have imperfect dental occlusion yet never show symptoms as they adjust to their problem. For those who do suffer, teeth and gums may be affected, and instead of headaches you may encounter broken teeth, fillings, loose teeth and toothache with no apparent cause. If you have any of these problems, you should see a dentist right away. Patients suffering from these symptoms usually consult their primary care physician first, and then are referred on to an ENT or Neurologist dependent upon their symptoms. If the symptoms persist the specialists may then refer them on to a dentist to rule out jaw problems associated with TMD. More and more physicians are realizing the benefits of a dental treatment for TMD. “We have a number of ENT’s and Neurologists that have referred their patients to us when their symptoms showed signs of TMD,” says Costaras.

Mouthpiece May Treat Tension Headaches Dr. Costaras explains that simply normalizing the bite with a custom fitted mouth appliance resembling an athletic mouth guard can help many headache sufferers. These non-invasive appliances, called orthotics are created to find the true rest position for the jaw, which promotes healing and maintains the new, corrected bite position. “While the orthotic will temporarily stabilize the jaw, permanent stabilization may be necessary,” says Costaras. Options may include wearing a long-term orthotic, providing orthodontic treatment, placing crowns or veneers on the affected teeth, or creating a neuromuscular denture. Dr. Bill Costaras has teamed up with Dr. Rod Willey of the Illinois Institute of Dental Sleep Medicine to provide comprehensive treatment for patients with TMD. As general dentists they have focused their practice on treatment for headaches, TMD, and sleep apnea. To contact the Illinois Institute of Dental Sleep Medicine call 309-319-7090 or email them at info@illinoissleepdoc.com.

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ill Bolte Taylor, Ph.D., author of My Stroke of Insight, spoke July 9, 2011, at the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Conference in Chicago. Dr. Taylor is a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist who had a stroke at age 37. Her book was on the Best Seller list and a movie based on the book is in the making. She experienced a hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain after which she was unable to walk or talk. Using integrative medicine techniques, she has made a total recovery, but it took eight years. Due to the brain’s plasticity, recovery is possible, she reports. She is living proof. Presently she is on the faculty at Indiana University in Bloomington. Dr. Taylor said the question our brains ask is, “Am I safe?” We operate in a self-preservation mode. As a cellular anatomist, she explains that if our cells are healthy, they can perform normal functions. To keep our cells healthy, she said we should eliminate sugar from our diet and get plenty of sleep. Our bodies heal themselves while we are sleeping. She also suggested drinking milk because the calcium in milk calms our muscles and then tryptophan (an essential amino acid) gradually transforms into serotonin, a neurotransmitter that makes us feel good. We can grow beautiful new cells, neurons, which make recovery possible. She said, “I am a life force of 50 trillion cells…that is 8,333 times all the people on the planet. What am I doing with my power? Am I allowing myself to be attracted to things that do not help humanity?” She said there are two types of stimulation; some attract and some repel. Love happens in the present moment. Prayer happens in the present moment. Meditation happens in the present moment. When we listen to a voice, we are actually in the present moment. She said we are not rocks or trees. We have a conscious ability to decide where we take our nervous system. But, she said, “A lot of people do not have the capacity to think lineally (logically).” During another portion of the speech, she said, “I have neurocircuitry (thoughts and emotions). It takes 90 seconds to think a thought, stimulate the emotional circuitry, and then run the physiPage 38 — Healthy Cells Magazine — Peoria — October 2011

ology circuit.” She continued, “I can choose to observe and wait to react to my ‘peanut gallery.’” By “my peanut gallery,” she means the thoughts we think that cause a physiological response. Dr. Taylor said, “99.999% of my cells want me to be happy and healthy.” If we are whiners, we should put whining on a schedule and allow ourselves 30 minutes to get the toxic thoughts out of our system. With mindfulness, we can take total responsibility for the thoughts and emotions that grow in our minds. She suggested that we become our own cheerleader: Focus our minds on good thoughts with conscious intentions. Roberta VanZant, D.O., Morton family physician, spoke about depression at a NAMI Tri-County Education meeting in March. She recommended a book, The UltraMind Solution by Mark Hyman, M.D. Dr. Hyman suggests that healthy brains may be possible if people follow his plan. He believes that emotional resilience and mental clarity are within our grasp. Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., agrees: “With a healthy diet and supplements for deficiencies, we can unleash the body’s hidden ability to improve mood, memory, and thinking speed.” Dr. Hyman recommends a whole foods diet, free of additives, sugar, trans fats, and processed foods. He reports that the real cause of the epidemics of mental and physical illness in our country is our SAD diet—the Standard American Diet—which is nutrient deficient and packed with chemicals that poison our bodies.” Dr. Hyman says that we can make changes in our personal health, healing ourselves of brain damage by improving our diet, limiting our exposure to toxins, and changing the way we live. “You can reverse the effects of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, autism, Alzheimer’s, ADHD, and more,” he stated. It is not easy to make these lifestyle changes, but the benefits far outweigh the feelings of deprivation. For additional information, contact NAMI Tri-County, 309-693-0541, www.namitri-county.org.

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