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20th Annual

PARKINSON'S SYMPOSIUM

As well as: • Shape up and wake up your skin • Colonoscopy process streamlined • Yes, carbs matter!

• Prepare for spring allergies • Colon cancer's Achilles' heel MARCH IS COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

Don’t sit this one out Talk to your doctor about screening options.

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ello, “Millennials”! Are the skin changes related to stress, pollution, smoking, and prior sun damage and tanning booth visits starting to show on your facial, neck, and chest skin? Are your jowls and neck starting to sag, and are you noticing that darkening is developing around and under your eyes, your pores are enlarging, or “age spots” are appearing?

Do your friends question why you look tired all the time when you are not? While these changes are mild and just starting, now is the time to start engaging in a skin-care program tailored specifically for you to improve and reduce these signs of aging. Dr. Handler will personally recommend and explain a skinrejuvenation program designed specifically for you to reduce the visible signs of aging.

The anti-aging treatments performed by Dr. Handler are “non-invasive,” with minimal discomfort or downtime.

Minimize under-eye darkening, raise those droopy eyelids, shrink pores, lift sagging jowl areas, and appear as youthful as you feel.

Call Dr. Handler’s office for a personal evaluation with treatment recommendations for your aging skin.

Remember, 80% of the signs of aging are due to prior sun exposure and subsequent skin damage. All the brown spots (“age spots”), broken blood vessels on the face, fine lines, and sagging skin are caused almost entirely by sun! This is something young people should be aware of since we get 80% of our lifetime sun exposure by the time we are 18-20 years of age.

What about the “worry lines” between your eyes, deep smile lines, upper lip lines (lipstick runs uphill), and your sagging jowls and neck? These unfortunate changes caused by prior sun exposure can be improved dramatically with pain-free, non-invasive cosmetic procedures performed by Dr. Handler.

The NEW Thermage CPT Deep Tip procedure painlessly heats damaged collagen under your skin to tighten and lift sagging areas of the neck, jowls, upper arms, and abdomen. The NEW Thermage CPT Deep Tip procedure utilizes radiofrequency energy (not laser) to uniformly heat the dermis (deeper layer) while the epidermis (top layer) is cooled and protected. This heating of the dermis causes immediate collagen contraction and tightening followed by new collagen production over a period of time. This procedure also encourages a natural repair process that results in further tightening, lifting, and younger-looking skin. With only ONE treatment, results are seen before leaving the office. Continued tightening and lifting of sagging skin occurs over a 6-month time period with results lasting 3-4 years! There is NO downtime and NO pain. The NEW Thermage CPT Deep Tip system has been utilized by Dr. Handler for many years with excellent results and very satisfied patients.

For lines between the eyes (worry lines), crow’s feet, and the “sleepy and tired look with droopy eyelids,” the use of Botox or Dysport works well to improve these areas. The results are diminished lines and a more “wide awake” and less tired appearance. These products are also fantastic to reduce anxiety-induced underarm sweating for months after injections. This is performed entirely by Dr. Handler with minimal pain with results of decreased sweating lasting 5-7 months and longer.

The use of fillers, such as Restylane, Perlane, Juvederm, Radiesse, and others, to “fill” deep smile lines and the marionette lines (the sad look) from the corners of the mouth produces immediate results lasting 12-15 months! Don’t look tired or sad! Since these products are combined with a numbing agent, the pain is minimal.

Now, Dr. Handler utilizes the injection of a new filler called “Restylane Silk.” This product markedly improves upper and lower lip lines (lipstick lines). Restylane Silk also volumizes your lips and restores their natural curve while looking attractive and natural. Restylane Silk also can be utilized to minimize the “worry lines” between your eyes.

There is no downtime with these non-invasive procedures.

For fine lines, large pores, and brown (age) spots, the Clear and Brilliant laser produces awesome visual results after 3-5 treatments. This is a painless procedure whereby Dr. Handler utilizes a laser to produce thousands of small columns of empty space in your dermis, which your body fills with its own collagen. This results in softer, smoother, and diminished facial lines and smaller pores. There is NO downtime with this procedure. When the Clear and Brilliant laser is combined with Thermage CPT Deep Tip, the results are ideal for patients who desire no downtime or pain and predictable results of lifting sagging skin and smoothing fine lines. Dr. Handler is the only dermatologist performing this procedure in Northwest Ohio.

Are you aware that Dr. Handler personally performs laser procedures for removal of body hair anywhere hair grows?

Yes, this minimally painful laser destroys hairs around the chin, jawline, upper lip, underarms, ears, nose, bikini line, etc.

And this laser is not just for women. Many men have this laser performed to permanently remove chest and back hair as well as beard hair that grows down onto the neck. Dr. Handler also utilizes the latest in lasers for removal of “age spots” (sun spots really) anywhere on the body. This laser works especially well for the tops of hands covered with those “age spots.”

Finally, Dr. Handler also performs laser removal of unwanted blood vessels that grow on your face and enlarge with heat, stress, and the intake of alcohol. Again, pain and downtime are minimal with this laser. All of these lasers are non-invasive with minimal downtime.

Call Dr. Handler’s office to find out when these procedures are being performed. These specific procedures are only done from September through May since a tan interferes with the process. Dr. Handler has performed these procedures for many years with very gratifying results and very satisfied patients. All of

these cosmetic enhancements are performed entirely by Dr. Handler. To view before-and-after photographs of patients who have had these procedures performed by Dr. Handler, visit www.drharveyhandler.com. For more detailed information about the above-mentioned procedures or products, please call Dr. Handler’s office at 419-885-3400. Also, remember to inquire about specials available on many cosmetic procedures and products to diminish the signs of aging and obtain a more vibrant and youthful appearance of your skin.

Also, everyone should have a yearly full body exam to check for skin cancer conducted only by a board-certified dermatologist.

Hair loss in men and women

Are you losing hair from surgery, anesthesia, illnesses, pregnancy, medications, stress, genetics, or “normal” hair loss secondary to aging or low blood levels of nutrients? There are many causes of hair loss in men and women. Most are not simply due to age or family history, and most are treatable. Now these problems of hair loss can be evaluated and there is hope for reducing your hair loss and stimulating new growth. Dr. Harvey Handler, board-certified dermatologist of Sylvania, Ohio, has a medical treatment for decreasing your hair loss and increasing growth in many patients!

After appropriate examination of your scalp hair and blood testing is performed by Dr. Handler to rule out treatable medical causes, Dr. Handler will discuss a program to decrease your hair loss, increase growth, and cause the hair you have be fuller and thicker. This is not a product that is forever. This new treatment works with or without Rogaine (minoxidil, which is forever) for reducing loss and promoting growth.

Call Dr. Handler’s office to set up an appointment for a thorough evaluation and discussion of your particular hair loss and the therapy that will be individualized for you. Don’t assume because it “runs in the family” that you can do nothing to minimize your hair loss. Most patients notice a decrease of loss in 30-60 days! ❦

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March 2017 • Vol. 22, Issue 3

Your Monthly Guide to Healthy Living

HEALTH & BEAUTY

TAKING CARE OF YOUR LIFE

2 Shape up and wake up your skin 5 Symposium celebrates 20 years of Parkinson’s care and partnership in NW Ohio 8 Understanding multiple myeloma 12 Musicians and hearing loss, by Dianna Randolph, AuD, CCC-A 14 ProMedica streamlines access to vital screening colonoscopy 15 A little good news about vascular dementia 20 Nobody’s Perfect When a pill is hard to swallow

by Sister Karen Zielinski, OSF 22 Sound Advice from Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic

by Randa Mansour-Shousher, AuD, CCC-A 28 Seeing the importance of vision health

by Dr. Tere Koenig 30 The skinny on permanent fat removal methods 32 Acupuncture instead of back surgery?

by Douglas A. Schwan, DC, Dip ac 38 Start preparing now for spring allergy season 39 Let’s try walking, by Meliss Klorer, MRC 43 Choosing the right level of care 45 Spiritually Speaking The spiritual power of praise

by Sister Mary Thill 47 Slow development process is colon cancer’s Achilles' heel 50 Five easy lifestyle changes to boost your mood

19 Health Crossword by Myles Mellor 24 A Walk in the Park Pass the potatoes, by LeMoyne Mercer 31 Training for a 5K run, by Amanda Manthey 36 Take the worry out of dormant pruning 48 Prepare now for spring planting

CHILDREN & PARENTING 41 Ignite your kids’ interest in exercise 45 Ingredients of an enjoyable youth sports experience, by Mark S. Faber, USPTA Elite Professional

Dear Readers, Thank you for picking up the March issue of Healthy Living News. We continue to be amazed at the level of support we receive from our readership and advertisers. Thanks to their ongoing trust, we’re able to keep providing the very best in locally written health-and-wellness content, and we’re confident this jam-packed 56-page issue won’t disappoint.

Our cover story this month celebrates the 20th anniversary of UTMC’s annual Parkinson’s Symposium (p. 5). This year’s event, led by Dr. Lawrence Elmer and themed “20 Years of Parkinson’s Care in Northwest Ohio—Look How Far We’ve Come,” promises to be the best yet and is a must for anyone in our community whose life has been touched by Parkinson’s disease.

If you or a loved one has been

FOOD & NUTRITION 16 Eating Well Put Your Best Fork Forward for National Nutrition Month, by Laurie A. Syring, RD/LD 18 Carbs matter! by Jim Berger 34 Bittersweet’s CSA grows local produce with a purpose

OUR COMMUNITY 7 St. Clare Commons meets area memory care needs 10 Super Fitness celebrates 45 years of service to Toledo community 13 Lucas County Children Services achieves reaccreditation 17 Local jazz legend honored on Laurels Legacy Wall 23 New rehab to open on Sunset Village campus!

27 Women’s Wellness Weekend or Spa Day: Pamper yourself without the big price tag!

33 Manor at Perrysburg offers dysphagia-rehab system with power to “see the swallow” 42 Senior Living Guide 44 Non-Profit of the Month NWO Apraxia Support 53 Health and wellness conference focuses on embracing life

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diagnosed with Parkinson’s, please be sure to check out the ad for the Parkinson Foundation of Northwest Ohio (PFNWO) adjacent to the symposium article.

This amazing organization provides a tremendous amount of support and education to Parkinson’s patients and their families. Dr. Elmer and his staff and the folks at the PFNWO were a tremendous help when my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s.

Also in this issue, Dr. Tim Kasunic of The Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers sheds some light on multiple myeloma (p. 8), Dr. Wissam Bleibel of Mercy Health – Great Lakes Gastroenterologists discusses the importance of colonoscopy in the early detection of colon cancer (p. 47), Dr. Glenn Hall of ProMedica Physicians Colorectal Surgery introduces ProMedica’s new open access colonoscopy

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program (p. 14), our friends at The Manor at Perrysburg share insights on their state-of-the-art Synchrony system for dysphagia rehab (p. 33), UTMC’s Dr. Svetlana Kriegel offers timely advice on preparing for spring allergies (p. 38), Dr. Tere Koenig of Medical Mutual shares tips on protecting vision health (p. 28), and Kohl’s Kids in Action health educator Meliss Klorer extols the virtues of walking to stay fit (p. 39).

Last but not least, we’d like to commend Super Fitness owner Ron Hemelgarn for reaching his 45th year in business here in the Toledo community (p.

10). His is a simple-yet-effective business model that has kept Super Fitness going strong while numerous competitors have come and gone.

Until next month, stay safe, active, and healthy!

20th Annual Symposium

20 Years of Parkinson’s Care in Northwest Ohio

lOOK HOW FAr WE’VE COME Celebrating progress and partnership with our patients and our community.

Guest Speaker:

Mrs. Maggy Hurchall,

sister to former US Attorney General Janet Reno

April 8, 2017

Presented by:

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rea residents whose lives have Parkinson Center, which is now in been to1uched by Parkinson’s its fourth year. Today, we’re treating disease are invited to attend the 20th about 2,000 Parkinson’s patients on Annual Parkinson’s Symposium, to be a regular basis, which represents held Saturday, April 8, from 9:00 a.m. approximately 60 to 70 percent of all to 2:00 p.m. at Parkway Place (2592 the people with Parkinson’s in the greater Northwest Ohio quadrant.”

Parkway Plaza) in Maumee, Ohio.

Themed “20 Years of Parkinson’s Tremendous strides have also Care in Northwest Ohio—Look How been made in the realm of ParkinFar We’ve Come,” the symposium son’s research, shedding new light will celebrate the many important on potential causes of the disease. advances made in the realm of Par- For instance, according to Dr. Elmer, kinson’s care over the past two de- approximately 15 years ago, it was cades and will feature guest speaker discovered that Parkinson’s starts in Maggy Hurchalla, sister of former the intestines and the olfactory sysUS Attorney General Janet Reno, tem and then migrates to the brain. who had Parkinson’s for 21 years Because everything we eat, drink, or and passed away from complications breathe impacts these pathways, this of the disease in November of 2016. groundbreaking discovery Hurchalla also has a neurological provides strong evidence disease; however, in her case the of an environmental trigger. movement disorder is more common Of course, along with but less serious than Parkinson’s advances in understanding and is called essential tremor, the Parkinson’s disease prothe same condition that afflicted cess have come more and more actress Katharine Hepburn. medications for treating it, offering In addition to being the sympatients a wide range of effective posium’s 20th anniversary, 2017 options for managing symptoms. is significant to the Parkinson’s Twenty years ago, only about a half community for a different readozen Parkinson’s medications were son—it’s also the 200th anniverin wide use, but today the number sary of the publication of “An of medications available is closer to Essay on the Shaking Palsy” by 20, with 10 more currently in develLondon physician opment.

Dr. James Parkinson, In addition to Dr. Elmer envisions an who was the first to effective screening protocol symptomatic therapy, describe the disease an incredible amount for Parkinson’s disease that was later given of research is looking that would allow doctors at a pre-Parkinson’s his name.

Reflecting on the state. As Dr. Elmer to diagnosis and treat changes he has seen notes, “Seven major relong before significant in Parkinson’s care search groups around neurological damage over the past two the world are studyhas been done. decades, Lawrence ing people who are at Elmer, MD, PhD, risk for developing the Director of the University of Toledo disease—for example, people with a Gardner-McMaster Parkinson Center, strong family history—in an effort to explains, “I first arrived here in 1998, identify more and more symptoms or and the first Parkinson’s symposium markers that might actually precede was held in spring of that year down diagnosis. Examples include changat BGSU. In the 20 years that followed, es in sense of smell, sleep pattern, dramatic changes were made in the bowel habits, blood pressure, or care of people with Parkinson’s in heart rhythm. In fact, we can now Northwest Ohio. From the standpoint do EKGs to differentiate who is at of numbers alone, back in 1998, about risk from someone who isn’t.”

100 people with Parkinson’s were Dr. Elmer envisions this research being treated at what was then MCO. leading to an effective screening Within ten years, that number had protocol for Parkinson’s disease, risen to above 1,000. Also around that potentially allowing doctors to make time, we saw the beginning of a big a diagnosis and begin treatment long push to build the Gardner-McMaster before significant neurological damage

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We have support and exercise groups!

Support groups play an important role in both learning about and living with PD. They provide an environment for those with PD, caregivers, and family to ask questions and obtain encouragement and support.

There are also support groups for those that have been diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s.

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Exercise programs for people with Parkinson’s areParkinson’s for more thanDay being It is a Mud vital component to athealthy. the Toledo Hens maintaining balance, mobility and the ability to perform activities of daily living.

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has been done. “The goal would be to intervene early during the onset of these markers, potentially preventing the damage from progressing into Parkinson’s or to slow down the progression so significantly that the patient gets Parkinson’s at, say, age 82 or 92 rather than age 62. That’s the promise of where we are right now,” he says.

Dr. Elmer emphasizes that the high quality of Parkinson’s care available in Northwest Ohio is the result of numerous community partnerships—from all the individuals who supported the development of the Gardner-McMaster Parkinson Center including the Parkinson’s disease interdisciplinary clinic at UTMC, to the Parkinson Foundation of Northwest Ohio (PFNWO), which provides a wide range of programs and support services to people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones, and to media partners like Healthy Living News who continue to help spread the word about the important work these organizations do. “We’re extremely grateful to everyone who has joined us on this journey and made it possible to achieve so much remarkable progress in 20 years,” he says. ❦

St. Clare Commons meets area memory care needs

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t can be devastating for families as they recognize that a loved one may be progressing in dementia. The Alzheimer ’s Association website, www.alz.org, lists the ten early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s: 1. M emory loss that disrupts daily life 2. Challenges in planning or solving problems 3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work, or at leisure 4. Confusion with time or place 5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships 6. New problems with words in speaking or writing 7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps 8. Decreased or poor judgement 9. Withdrawal from work or social activities 10. Changes in mood and personality CHI Living Communities’ St. Clare Commons recognizes how hard it is for families to know that they can

no longer care for their loved one at home. Their approach to memory care is to nurture these individuals’ special needs with a holistic and person-centered method that focuses on who one is and the value each person holds.

That is why outside each person’s bedroom suite there is a memory box in the specialized Memory Care Wing at St. Clare Commons. Each memory box is unique, reflecting the special person each represents. Many contain pictures of loved ones. Some contain objects that bring joy, while others hold family mementoes. Each memory box stirs happy moments and remembrances of the life of someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of memory impairment.

A secure, therapeutic environment that nurtures the individual St. Clare Commons’ attention is on the advanced care necessary to meet the challenges of those experiencing some form of memory loss by providing exclusive areas intended just for them. Each private suite is designed with the philosophy that this is home. A beautiful, enclosed, secure outside memory garden allows for outdoor walks in the sun in a safe, therapeutic environment. An exclusive dining and social center allows residents to interact with caregivers and others in a private environment.

Residents enjoy the freedom to move about while remaining safe as they do so under more intensive personal care and supervision. —cont. next pg.

my home is here at St. Clare Commons.

Dad was having a hard time remembering to take his medications and he wasn’t eating regularly. Since moving into a memory care suite at St. Clare Commons, we sleep easier knowing Dad’s receiving exceptional care.

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Specialists in the area of memory care There is no one way to work with someone with dementia-related illnesses. There are innovative, meaningful, and compassionate ways, and that is where CHI Living Communities make a difference. Their Memory Care programs throughout the US include some of the most groundbreaking work with memory issues that honor the organization’s core values of reverence, integrity, compassion, and excellence.

CHI Living Communities share ideas and programs in what is working best for dementia illnesses. St. Leonard (Centerville, OH) utilizes the award-winning Behavior-Based Ergonomics Therapy (BBET). Namasté Alzheimer Center (Colorado Springs, CO) is rated one of the top nursing homes by U.S. News & World Report and offers a program that fuels activities for residents by creating daily moments of meaning, connection, and hope. The Commons of Providence (Sandusky, OH) offers Memory Care residents a variety of activities in a main street concept that includes an ice cream parlor, theater, and a safe,

secured outdoor memory garden for residents.

St. Clare Commons is able to draw concepts and ideas from these and other CHI Living Communities while constantly evolving their own unique program that fits each individual’s needs. Memory Care at CHI Living Communities and St. Clare Commons is making a difference in the lives of its residents. As faith-based communities, their standards for caring for each individual rest in the belief that each person is created in God’s image and likeness and must be treated with respect, justice, and dignity.

If your loved one has special needs due to Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment, contact St. Clare Commons. Their personalized approach focuses on holistic and compassionate care of the individual. St. Clare Commons is located just minutes from Levis Commons in Perrysburg.

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UNDERSTANDING MULTIPLE MYELOMA

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ultiple myeloma is a form risk factor for the disease is advancof blood cancer that may be ing age, with 66 being the median unfamiliar to those unaffected by age of diagnosis. Also, individuals the disease. Relatively uncommon, who have a close family member multiple myeloma accounts for only with multiple myeloma are at somearound one percent of what higher risk than the all cancers but approxigeneral population, and African Americans are mately 10 percent of all blood cancers. Though two to three times more multiple myeloma is not a likely than whites to get curable cancer, it is highthe disease.” ly treatable and many Dr. Kasunic explains diagnosed individuals that prior to diagnosis, live with it for years. In many people with mulfact, according to Dr. Tim tiple myeloma first have Kasunic of The Toledo what is called monoclonal Clinic Cancer Centers, gammopathy of undewith modern treatments, termined significance the average survival is five (MGUS), which essentially Dr. Tim Kasunic years with many patients means they have a certain living well beyond that. abnormal protein in their “Multiple myeloma is caused by blood. Approximately 25 percent of dysfunction in the plasma cells—the people with MGUS go on to develop same cells that create antibodies to multiple myeloma.

Once multiple myeloma develops, help the body fight infection,” says Dr. Kasunic. “The most significant patients may experience elevated We love feedback. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter.

blood calcium levels, potentially leading to problems with the kidneys, confusion, and pain; kidney failure; anemia; and destructive bone lesions. “The disease is usually found through bloodwork, or the doctor may be tipped off when a patient presents with anemia, a high calcium or protein level, kidney dysfunction, or bone pain. The key is to get regular medical checkups so your doctor can monitor for these conditions,” says Dr. Kasunic.

When diagnosed, multiple myeloma patients are stratified into low-risk, intermediate-risk, or high-risk groups based on certain chromosomal changes in the bone marrow, and how they are stratified helps guide the course of treatment. “The standard up-front treatment is about four months of a combination of drugs—not typical chemotherapy agents, but drugs targeted to specific pathways that multiple myeloma follows. Then you hope for either complete or partial remission. After that, based on the patient’s age and risk level, as well as his or her own wishes, you go to either a maintenance regimen or to autologous stem cell transplant, which is performed at a tertiary center such as the Cleveland Clinic or the University of Michigan,” Dr. Kasunic states.

During autologous stem cell transplant, immature stem cells are collected from the patient’s bone marrow and stored in liquid nitrogen. The patient then goes to the hospital for high-dose chemotherapy to wipe out the remaining bone marrow.

After the chemotherapy has done its job, the harvested stem cells are infused back into the patient’s body to restore the bone marrow so it can begin producing healthy blood cells again.

Dr. Kasunic notes that the biggest success in recent years with respect

to the treatment of multiple myeloma has been the approval of newer drugs and newer classes of drugs that are helping people gain remission upon recurrence. Among these are various proteasome inhibitors, which target one of the proteins that cause multiple myeloma. Two new immunotherapy drugs—the monoclonal antibodies Daratumumab and Elotuzumab— are also showing promise. “Plus, our treatment options now include a new class of drugs called histone deacetylase inhibitors, which interfere with the function of myeloma cells in a completely different way. These include the drug Panobinostat. So now, when patients do have recurrence, we have a variety of treatment options that are not only highly effective, but also very well tolerated—even by patients in their 80s,” he says.

Furthermore, The Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers enrolls patients in a wide range of clinical trials, both at their own facility (clinical trial personnel are on site at all times) and in collaboration with other institutions such as the Cleveland Clinic, Ohio State University, Karmanos Cancer Institute, and the University of Michigan.

“We’re about much more than medications,” says Dr. Kasunic. “We have a strong belief in palliative care, and we partner with several community organizations to deliver comprehensive, holistic care to our patients, including the Victory Center, Cancer Connection, and Nightingale’s Harvest. And now that we’ve added four oncologists—expanding our team to 12 physicians and seven nurse practitioners—we’re able to subspecialize our care even further.”❦ Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers, located at 4126 N. Holland Sylvania Road, Suite 105, has 12 board-certified hematologists/oncologists and 7 nurse practitioners on staff and can provide imaging and laboratory diagnostic services, chemotherapy services, and IV services. TCCC also has satellite centers in Maumee, Bowling Green, Adrian, and Monroe for the convenience of the patient. For more information, please call the Toledo Clinic Cancer Centers at 419-479-5605.

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Super Fitness celebrates 45 years of service to Toledo community

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ack in 1972, Super Fitness owner Ron Hemelgarn hit upon a simple-yet-winning business model: provide fitness services at a price virtually anyone can afford; feature the most advanced equipment on the market; offer consistently clean, well-maintained facilities; and constantly innovate to satisfy the needs of a diverse clientele. He must have been on to something with that simple model because, 45 years later, Super Fitness is still going strong in the community while countless other fitness centers have come and gone.

Hemelgarn notes that the cost of a Super Fitness membership is not only highly affordable, but has practically remained unchanged over the past 45

years. “When we opened our doors in ‘72, a membership cost just $16.50 per month. Today that monthly rate is only slightly higher at $19.95. We also offer classes and personal training services for free. Super Fitness was made in Toledo, and we remain locally owned and operated, so we understand how important affordability is to the local community. Most Toledoans are ordinary folks working ordinary jobs and can’t afford to pay extra for every class and service,” he says.

The vast selection of cardio and strength-training equipment available at Super Fitness ensures that members never have to wait in line or have their

workouts constrained by time limits.

However, the variety of equipment offered isn’t just a matter of convenience. As Hemelgarn explains, “We’re constantly updating and replacing equipment so that members continue to get the best fitness results.

“If you’re always doing the same workout on the same equipment, your body will become immune and your results will plateau. We want our members to keep changing up their routine so they see continuous improvement. We even offer several different lines of brand-name circuit-training equipment, which work the muscles in slightly different ways, so our members don’t experience diminishing fitness returns over time.”

What’s more, Hemelgarn takes pride in consistently offering the most advanced workout equipment on the market. For instance, the new treadmills he just brought in provide up to 30 degrees of positive incline and 4 degrees of negative incline, making them the ideal workout choice for anyone training to walk or run in hilly terrain, such as hikers and hunters. Also, Super Fitness serves as a test site for many equipment manufacturers—and the members

determine whether the equipment stays or goes based on their own impressions after trying it out.

Perhaps the most unique aspect of Hemelgarn’s service approach is promoting an environment where people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, physical capabilities, and fitness levels can exercise together in an atmosphere of mutual respect. For example, recognizing that standard exercise equipment is inaccessible to people who are morbidly obese, use a

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“After 45 years, we have a lot of people to thank for our ongoing success,” says Super Fitness owner Ron Hemelgarn. “This is just our way of giving something back.”

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New members are often surprised to see that all age groups are represented at the club. From children who have their own dedicated Super Fit Kids Club, to young adults who want to look their best or are perhaps preparing for a wedding, to busy middle-aged moms and dads, to active seniors of all mobility levels (many of whom are over 100 years old), there’s something for every age at Super Fitness.

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does not chase after every fitness fad.

In fact, he notes that some of these fads can be downright dangerous, including many of today’s extreme workout programs. “Extreme workouts can lead to serious injuries and a trip to the emergency room, especially in those who are new to exercise or have been inactive for a prolonged period. ‘No pain, no gain’ is a terrible fitness philosophy, and you won’t get that message here,” he says.

What Hemelgarn does promote is the philosophy that healthy exercise should be a lifelong commitment—and that it’s the best antidote to many of the chronic ailments that are exacting a heavy toll on our community’s health and healthcare budget. “Exercise can be an important element of prevention. If we can get more people into the club, educate them, and get them moving, we can help put the brakes on healthcare crises such as the current epidemics of diabetes and heart disease,” he says.❦

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hat do Pete Townshend, Eric Clapton, Phil Collins, and Ozzy Osbourne have in common? Other than being rock stars/musicians, they all have hearing loss and/or tinnitus due to being around loud music.

While noise exposure from factory work or firearm use is more common, hearing loss due to loud music is more common than you might think.

Noise exposure of any kind will cause hearing loss. The loss occurs when the noise (whether it’s an impulse noise like a gun blast or long-term noise exposure like factory work) damages the delicate hair cells in the inner ear. These hair cells move according to the frequency of a sound. Noise will damage these hair cells to the extent that they die.

When the hair cell is dead, hearing loss occurs. Unfortunately, there is no cure to damaged or dead hair cells.

The damaged or dead hair cells can also lead to tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Tinnitus and noise exposure are quite common together.

It’s not only the “rockers” that can get hearing loss and tinnitus due to loud music; classical musicians can also. A Finnish study among

classical musicians found that 15 percent of the musicians in the study suffered from permanent tinnitus, in comparison to two percent among the general population. Temporary tinnitus affected another 41 percent of the musicians in group rehearsals and 18 percent of those in individual rehearsals. It is estimated that 15 percent of the general population experiences tinnitus temporarily.

Classical musicians are exposed to high levels of noise for five to six hours daily. The sound level from a double bass, for example, may reach 83 decibels (dB), and a flute or the percussion instruments produce as much as 95 dB of noise. This is significantly above the 85 dB maximum recommended noise exposure limit in a workplace established by the World Health Organization (Hear-it.org).

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires hearing protection to be worn in any work environment where noise is 85 dB or higher for an eight-hour work shift.

According to a February 1999 article in The Hearing Review by otolaryngologist Ken Einhorn, up to

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52% of classical musicians and up to 30% of rock or pop musicians suffer from music-induced hearing loss, or MIHL. It is hardly surprising that music can cause damage while on the job. The sound pressure of a large concert orchestra may reach 112 dB. Amplified rock bands can even reach up to 130 dB, far more than that accepted in an industrial environment.

For the musicians who are regularly subjected to this kind of noise, the resulting problems can be devastating.

Symptoms begin with losing the ability to hear high-frequency sounds and tones. In many cases, this causes problems for musicians and singers who must be able to hear and play high notes equally well as low ones in order to play or sing along with other orchestra members. Often, a musician who suffers from loss of high frequency hearing will try to compensate by playing louder at high-pitched notes, which leads to an artistically unacceptable performance.

As the problem grows, the musician might react over-sensitively; suffer from increased blood pressure, headaches, or fatigue; or experience some sounds or instruments as being painfully loud, a state that often leads to tinnitus.

Another common symptom is the inability to perceive changes in pitch. This state, known as displacusis, is extremely problematic for singers, who have to be in control of their voice and stay in tune at all times. A hearing-impaired singer is also at risk of damaging his or her voice by constantly singing louder in order to monitor his/her own voice (Hear-it.org).

There is no cure for music-induced hearing loss, so prevention is the key. For many musicians, the use of earplugs or in-ear monitors is recommended. Though most standard earplugs reduce mostly the treble or high-frequency sounds, making music sound like it has too much bass, there are ear plugs especially designed for musicians called musician plugs. These plugs are custom made and have a filter in them to decrease sound equally over all the frequencies, so music still sounds normal, just softer. In-ear monitors can be used by musicians, and these isolate the musician from the loud volumes that are on the stage. Also,

they supply greater accuracy, having only those instruments one wishes to hear in the monitor mix without anything unwanted bleeding in from adjacent monitors or instruments.

Musician plugs and in-ear monitors are custom made by an audiologist by taking an impression of the ear so the fit is just right. In-ear monitors can also be a universal-fit type, using a foam or rubber tip and getting the one that fits the tightest.

At Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic, we can advise any musician on what type of hearing protection is most appropriate for them and make the impression if needed. It is also recommended that all musicians from members of a band, choir singers, or even high school band directors get their hearing tested annually. Call us to schedule your appointment with one of our audiologists. ❦ Dianna Randolph, AuD, CCC-A, is a Doctor of Audiology with Northwest Ohio Hearing Clinic, located at 1125 Hospital Dr., Suite 50 in Toledo (419383-4012) and 1601 Brigham Dr., Suite 160 in Perrysburg (419-873-4327).

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As of February 2017, the agency has been reaccredited by the New York-based Council on Accreditation (COA), an independent, notfor-profit international accreditor of community-based behavioral health care and human service organizations.

According to a statement from COA, LCCS was not only reaccredited, but “was expedited through the Pre-Commission Review Report (PCR) process as a result of not receiving any out of compliance ratings in any of the fundamental practice standards.” The standards driving accreditation ensure that services are well coordinated, culturally competent,

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evidence-based, outcomes-oriented, and provided by a skilled and supported workforce. COA accreditation demonstrates accountability in the management of resources, sets standardized best-practice thresholds for service and administration, and increases organizational capacity and accountability by creating a framework for ongoing quality improvement.

LCCS first achieved accreditation in February 2005, following a four-year evaluation of the agency’s practices and policies. The reaccreditation process involves a yearlong, detailed review and analysis of LCCS’

administrative operations and its service-delivery practices.

“Reaccreditation is a tremendous achievement for our agency, and our employees,” says Robin Reese, executive director. “It demonstrates that we have not only been able to maintain the high performance standards that we first achieved in 2005, but that we have continued to find ways to provide more and better services to the children and families of Lucas County. I am grateful for our caring staff—they do a tremendous job every day.” ❦

ProMedica streamlines access to vital screening colonoscopy

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ccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. The good news is, if detected in the earliest stage, colorectal cancer is highly curable.

The key to early detection is undergoing a screening colonoscopy to look for precancerous or cancerous polyps in the colon or rectum before any symptoms of colorectal cancer arise.

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To help streamline access to this vital screening procedure in our community, ProMedica recently launched an open access colonoscopy program, allowing healthy people, age 50 and older, with an average risk for colon cancer to schedule a screening colonoscopy without the added step of an initial office visit. The program is offered throughout ProMedica, and services are currently based at three sites—ProMedica Health and Wellness Center on Monroe Street, ProMedica Toledo Hospital and Pro-

Medica Flower Hospital. Additional the procedure—or at least what sites are also on the horizon. they think the prep will entail. Many According to Glenn Hall, MD, people worry that this element of of ProMedica Physicians Colorectal the procedure will be extremely Surgery, “Colonoscopy difficult to tolerate and is an endoscopic procause symptoms such as cedure that allows for nausea, vomiting, severe the detection of polyps diarrhea, bloating and pain. as well as cancer of the “However, this just isn’t the colon and rectum. Many case for the vast majority polyps are benign, but of patients. I would estican be precancerous—the mate that 80 to 90 percent step immediately preof the patients I’ve seen ceding colorectal cancer. have been able to tolerate Therefore, colonoscopy the bowel prep regimen is a preventative meavery well. Speaking from sure. Colonoscopy has the personal experience, I did ability to catch colorectal the same prep I give my Dr. Glenn Hall cancer in the early stage patients prior to my colowhen surgical treatment noscopy, and I tolerated it offers a chance at cure. with no problems. If a patient does Dr. Hall further explains that colo- have difficulty with the prep, we noscopy is recommended to start can always slow down the rate so for most individuals at age 50, and it’s more manageable, or we can try some sources recommend starting at a different prep that’s more palatable age 45 for African Americans. Peo- or doesn’t involve drinking as much ple with a strong family history of fluid,” says Dr. Hall.

Participants in the open access colorectal cancer should have their first screening colonoscopy 10 years colonoscopy program first complete before the age at which their family a questionnaire over the phone, detailing their medical history, and member was diagnosed.

Because no referral is needed to are then scheduled for their screenparticipate in the open access colo- ing. Comprehensive bowel-prep noscopy program, patients do not instructions are also provided so have to worry about any potential patients are fully apprised of what out-of-pocket cost or time off work they need to do at home in advance for an initial office visit with their of the procedure. If the endoscopist primary care physician. Also, with reviewing the questionnaire notes any many endoscopy centers “red flags”—such as rectal bleeding, backlogging colonoscopies changes in bowel habits, constipation, by as much as four to eight diarrhea, or abdominal pain—he or months, ProMedica’s new she may want to schedule a visit with program significantly expe- the patient ahead of time to assess dites access to screening. In the symptoms further to potentially fact, the goal of the program diagnose inflammation of the colon is to schedule and complete or hemorrhoids, for example. About each patient’s colonoscopy 10 percent of Dr. Hall’s patients come within two to four weeks. to see him in his office first based on Dr. Hall emphasizes that, the questionnaire, but this is done at with successful treatment the endoscopist’s discretion. outcomes depending on Dr. Hall also stresses that colonosearly detection, prompt copy is not a one-time-only screening. access to colonoscopy is After the initial procedure, patients a key consideration. “The with no polyps or masses will need longer people have to wait follow-up colonoscopies every 10 years. to get in for their colonos- If polyps are discovered during the copy, the more likely it is initial screening, additional screening that they’ll have second may be recommended sooner based thoughts and shy away on pathology results. from the procedure, so time To schedule your colorectal canis of the essence,” he adds. cer screening through ProMedica’s Another aspect of colo- open access colonoscopy program, noscopy that discourag- simply fill out and submit the online es people from following form at https://www.promedica.org/ through is the bowel prep Pages/medical-services/endoscopy/ that’s necessary prior to Open-Access-Colonoscopy.aspx. ❦ We love feedback. Like us on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter.

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OTTERBEIN A little good news about vascular dementia

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hy exercise? Why eat more vegetables? Why learn something new? There is one answer to each of these questions: to prevent or delay the onset of vascular dementia.

According to the Framingham Heart Study, a long-term study of over 5,200 participants that began in 1948, there is promise in the idea that making heart-healthy choices may delay or decrease the chances of developing vascular dementia.

Vascular dementia is the second most common form of memory loss behind Alzheimer ’s. Vascular dementia is caused by damage to the blood vessels that carry oxygen to the brain. “It’s very good news,” said Dallas Anderson, an epidemiologist with the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, which funded the study.

“We’re seeing one generation after another where the risk is going down.”

Interestingly, the healthy choices produced the best results among those who have at least a high school education and those who continue to participate in lifelong learning.

Better educated people are more likely to position themselves in jobs that offer access to health insurance, which allows for better access to health care. Better care for stroke and heart attack patients also helps to reduce the incidence of vascular dementia. Those who choose to learn something new at all stages of their lives seem to make better choices for their overall health.

There is a saying that states, when it comes to health history, you “can’t fight your family tree,” but studies are showing that there are behavioral changes that are effective in fighting the onset of dementia. What are some healthy choices that you can make?

One major change is to get more social. By saying “yes” to invitations

to eat out, go to a show, play cards, or take a walk with a friend, you are also saying “no” to loneliness, eating alone, depression, and lethargy.

Framingham Heart Study co-author Sudha Seshadri states, “People may say, ‘I don’t mind getting a heart attack. It’s a good way to go,' but

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And I don’t know of anybody who thinks dementia is a good way to go.”

Make a resolution to make some changes.

It’s never too late to eat right, stop smoking, and start exercising.

With spring starting this month, spring into action to stop vascular dementia.

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don’t like walking, then don’t do it! If you don’t enjoy working out in a fitness facility, then don’t join one! Ask yourself what you like and are able to do. Consider swimming, shooting hoops with the kids on the driveway, joining a friend for a yoga class, or taking a spin around the neighborhood on your bicycle. The list is endless!

Manage your weight and reduce other health risks you may have.

Lowering your weight by just 10 percent (assuming you have excess body weight to lose, of course) can yield significant reductions in cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar. But keep in mind that weight loss is best achieved gradually. Decreasing your intake by 250 to 500 calories per day usually results in a nice, slow rate of weight loss.

Making healthy lifestyle changes is not always easy, and sometimes we just don’t know where to begin. Try to focus on one small change at a time. For instance if you’re currently drinking whole milk, switch to 2-percent milk for a few weeks then progress to 1-percent.

Or, if your breakfast routine involves stopping at a fast-food restaurant for an egg, bacon, and cheese croissant, try making an egg and English muffin at home. Or, grab a yogurt, banana, and hardboiled egg when you’re on the go.

This month and every month, keep in mind that everything you eat and drink matters. Start by setting one or two manageable goals for yourself, such as, “I will eat fruit three days this week for my afternoon snack.”

In time, you’ll see that making small, incremental changes is the best way to achieve larger nutritional objectives.

So let’s celebrate National Nutrition Month one forkful at a time! ❦ Laurie Syring, RD/LD, is chief clinical dietitian at ProMedica Flower Hospital.

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Local jazz legend honored on Laurels Legacy Wall

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t The Laurels of Toledo, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located at 1011 Byrne Road, everyone on staff embraces the idea that every resident has a story to tell or an attribute to share—whether it’s a unique history, an exceptional skill they possess, or simply a strong passion that helps define who they are. The Laurels has even dedicated a special Legacy Wall to commemorate current and former residents who have led particularly fascinating lives or made especially noteworthy achievements.

“The Legacy Wall is just one way we try to bring to life our mission statement of ‘creating a legacy by exceeding the needs and expectations of those we serve,’” says Laurels Administrator Edward Beatrice. “When you have the privilege of getting to know residents on a personal level, as we often do here at The Laurels, you soon realize that even people who lead what seem to be very ordinary lives carry very special memories with them, and we want to honor and celebrate that.”

In fact, the importance of honoring

residents’ unique stories is imparted to Laurels staff from day one. “When discussing our mission statement with new employees during orientation, I emphasize the idea that when people first arrive here, we don’t know all the things that add a little extra color and flavor to their lives. Perhaps they’re a war veteran. Perhaps they’ve made some special contribution to the arts or are a huge fan of a particular sports team. If we really want to get to know our residents, it’s so important to discover these things and engage them with that understanding,” Beatrice says.

Among the Legacy Wall honorees are Al Price, who was the oldest living Harlem Globe Trotter while residing at The Laurels; author Glenn Richard Ruihley; prizefighters James King and William Casey; and artist Denise Fitzpatrick. And, that wall will now feature yet another prominent Laurels resident—legendary Toledo jazz bassist Clifford Murphy.

A fixture in the local music scene for 60 years, Murphy, along with his

partner Joan Russell, founded Murphy’s Place, a restaurant and jazz club, in downtown Toledo back in 1991. Murphy’s Place closed in 2011,

after Russell died suddenly from a stroke, but in that 20-year period, legendary jazz musicians from all across the country graced the club’s stage and played alongside Murphy.

The sound of a bass has resonated with Murphy for as long as he can remember. In fact, as a child, he formed a singing group with his siblings and, of course, sang the base lines.

Looking back over his decades-long career, Murphy fondly recalls playing or recording with many jazz greats, including guitarist Kenny Burrell

and saxophonist David “Fathead” Newman, to name but a few.

Murphy is a veteran of the Korean War, where he served with distinction as an Army infantryman. Unfortunately, an infection he contracted during his time in combat cost him one of his legs, and the other had to be amputated recently as a result of diabetes. He is also currently unable to play his beloved bass due to other physical limitations. These challenges notwithstanding, he’s optimistic that he’ll soon be playing again.

Beatrice notes that Murphy is being presented with two wall plaques commemorating his history as a local jazz legend and the long-time owner of Murphy’s Place. “We’re thrilled to honor Cliff and his contributions with these plaques as well as to continue our tradition of sharing our residents’ unique stories,” he says. ❦ The Laurels of Toledo accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and all private commercial insurances. A physician’s order is required to obtain outpatient services.

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hen I am out in the community, at events, and at the gym, I often hear from people that they are eliminating carbs from their diet.

They need to lose weight, and they’ve heard that avoiding carbs will help or they had success in the past with cutting carbs from their routine. Let me say that carbs play an important role in our diet, in our nutrition monitoring, in our energy level, and in our ability to lose weight.

When we talk about carbs, let’s first make sure we understand what carbs are and the three different types and sources. Each type causes the body to respond differently, so we really need to understand carbs.

Simple carbs Simple forms of carbs get digested very quickly and go through your body at a fast rate. Simple carbs contain very few essential vitamins and minerals and most contain refined sugars. These carbs are more calorie-dense. Simple carbs will typically

give individuals an immediate boost of energy and will also be followed by a crash in energy. Examples of simple carbs include candy, fruit drinks, sports drinks, cakes, cookies, pies, and sweetened foods and drinks.

Complex carbs Complex carbs take the body longer to digest, providing a longer lasting energy source for your body. The more active you are, the more complex carbs you need compared to simple carbs. Examples of complex carbs include sweet potatoes, potatoes, beans, oatmeal, rice, bread, pasta, and fruit.

Fibrous carbs Fibrous carbs are the foods that leave you feeling fuller and result in longer lasting energy. These carbs have little effect on blood sugar levels. You will

not have the energy rush and crash that may be experienced with simple carbs. Fibrous carbs are full of vitamins and minerals that our bodies use and need. This is why we should try to include this type of carb in all of our meals. Examples of fibrous carbs include vegetables (squash, pumpkin, mushroom, tomatoes) and green, leafy vegetables (spinach, lettuce, Brussels sprouts, kale).

As I was completing this article, a friend stopped in and I commented that he looked like he had lost some weight since the last time we had spoken. He shared that he had cut carbs out of his diet and was feeling much better. He also shared that he was tired of eating salads almost every day. I did a quick laugh and explained that green vegetables are carbs and very good carbs to have!

A tool I shared with this individual is one that I got out of Men’s Health

in the article “How to Cut Carbs For Weight Loss: 2017 Edition” by Michael Roussell, PhD. Michael Roussell had a Heirarchy of Carbohydrates chart that broke carbs out into six categories with number six being on top: 6: Green vegetables 5: Vegetables 4: Fruit 3: Whole grains/starches 2: Refined grains 1: Food containing added sugars In the article he also shares five keys: 1. Foods on the bottom of the list are more calorie-dense, and as you move up the list, they become less calorie-dense plus contain more nutrients.

2. Foods on the top of the list will make you feel fuller than on the bottom of the list.

3. You should eat more foods from the top of the list and limit the amount of food from the bottom of the list and potentially eliminate or drastically reduce foods from the bottom two.

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4. To further help with controlling blood sugar, group three from the six above would be the next group to reduce and/or eliminate from your diet.

5. If you eliminate one of the six carb groups above, you shouldn’t eliminate it before you have eliminated the one below it. So don’t eliminate whole grains/starches (3) if you are still eating foods containing added sugars, such as pop and cookies (1).

If you think about and use the

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was watching the ABC sitcom “The Middle” a few weeks ago. “Brick,” the youngest child of the fictitious Heck family, was having difficulty swallowing the medication prescribed for his ear infection. Try as he might, and even with the coaxing of his frustrated mother, he could not swallow his pill. He finally did swallow it when, while riding in the family car, they hit a parked car and the pill went down his throat.

A pill is not always easy to swallow.

I think of the saying “a hard pill to swallow” or the song lyrics “just a spoon full of sugar makes the medicine go down!” Art truly imitates life. Many people have difficulty swallowing pills.

Sometimes physical challenges make it difficult to swallow food or liquids. Harvard Medical School reports that one in three people gag, vomit, or choke when trying to take pills. These reactions can cause people to stop taking their medications, which can make them get sicker still.

I can usually take my pills, but sometimes, when I have to take a large antibiotic, or what I call a “horse pill,” I have to make a little more effort. At some point in my life, someone told me that taking two quick swallows, right after each other, forces the throat to stay open so the pill can go down. That usually works for me. I told a few friends about this technique, but they said it did not help their pill to go down.

Molly Gerzetich, SLP, a speech language pathologist, says that there can be multiple reasons why pill swallowing can be difficult. She explains, “As we get older, our muscles get weaker all over our bodies. So when a person swallows, the muscles might

not be as strong as they used to be and their ability to squeeze down a pill can be a problem.” Gerzetich adds that some people have hyper-gag reflexes and they choke because of it. Many people have trouble swallowing pills if they’ve had a stroke or if they have a neurological disorder, a chronic disease like Parkinson’s or multiple sclerosis, or GERD. She adds, “If a pill is large and not coated, it can be cut in half and placed into a lubricant like yogurt, pudding, or applesauce. You can also put a pill on the back of their tongue—you are halfway there—and drink water. If the pill is stuck in your throat, you can try drinking water and taking a hard swallow.”

I remember swallowing my pill in applesauce. My Mom did this when I was a little kid. It worked for me, and even for our family dog. We put his pills in dog food. A friend of mine cuts her pills into smaller pieces. However, some pills are timed-release and/or enteric-coated medicines and should not be broken apart. Ask your pharmacist if your medicine can come in another form, such as a powder, cream, or liquid.

If you have trouble not only taking pills, but swallowing in general, talk to your pharmacist or family doctor. They might refer you to an ear, nose, and throat specialist or a speech-language pathologist for a swallowing assessment. It might be tough to find out that you have a swallowing disorder, but you might overcome it by learning new ways to swallow.

Harvard Medical School offers hope for the pill-challenged in the form of two methods to help swallow pills: the pop-bottle method, de-

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I know your question was specifically about hearing aids while swimming. There are some hearing aids on the market that are waterproof, but how much water exposure constitutes being “waterproof ”? In my opinion there are not many standard hearing aids on the market that I would feel comfortable telling you, “Yes, go on and dive right into the pool with them in.”

The major issue is that the batteries will continue to accumulate moisture because they are exposed to air. What I mean by that is the batteries are activated by air and drain by air so they will always have some exposure. In order for the hearing aids to work properly, the batteries

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need to function, and that would be challenging if they were fully protected. Hearing aids that are marketed as waterproof have an IP rating to identify how waterproof that instrument is specifically. The IP rating was developed for testing electrical equipment under adverse conditions and has recently been used for hearing instruments.

Things are getting better, and the cases of hearing aids, which house the circuits and processors, have shown their ratings are improving. But you have to remember, if the aids are sealed and moisture gets in, it may become trapped, potentially causing the battery compartment to corrode and further damaging the amplifier and processor.

The future is showing us promising things with nanotechnology, which improves the case of the hearing aid, and hopefully technology in the battery arena will continue to improve.

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“We’re very excited to bring this new rehab center to the community!” enthuses Gayle Young, Director of Marketing, Communication and Public Relations for Sunset Retirement Communities. “Not only do we have a 6,000-square-foot gym area with new equipment, but our rehab also features a Swimex therapy pool with three levels of water depth and a paddlewheel for resistance training, a mobility courtyard with different surfaces to help clients practice navigating the different types of surfaces they may encounter, a life skills apartment to help clients

transition back home smoothly, and private treatment rooms. We also have apartment-style suites with WI-FI access and personal-concierge-like services available to those clients who stay with us during their rehab.

Daily life-enrichment offerings are also offered to make their stay as comfortable as possible.”

The rehab programs are varied to meet the diverse health issues that impact function, mobility, and overall quality of life as people age, including orthopedic, neurological, cardiac, disease management of diabetes, congestive heart failure, cardiopulmonary disease, post-surgical pain management, and fall prevention.

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and outpatient basis, and a separate entrance is provided for outpatient clients. Sunset Village is also pet friendly, and clients are encouraged to bring their pets with them as they rehab. Clients will appreciate the convenient, hassle-free access to the new center, which is located on the north side of the Sunset Village campus and easily accessible from Sylvania Metamora Road and Allen Road.

Over the past year, Sunset Village has seen plenty of exciting developments. Fieldstone Villas, a Life Plan Community with 12 villas, opened in the fall of 2016.

Sunset Village will also be marking its 15th anniversary of serving seniors in the Sylvania area, and now, with the opening of a stateof-the-art rehab center, Sunset’s Sylvania campus and continuum of care continues developing to better meet the needs of area seniors and their loved ones. In fact, Sunset Village now offers assisted living, health

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rehab facility is generating considerable buzz as well.

Young emphasizes that the value of having easy access to a rehab facility right in one’s own neighborhood goes far beyond convenience. “The earlier one begins rehab treatment, the greater the success. So providing the rehab services people need when they need them and at a time that is convenient for them actually leads to better outcomes and helps them remain independent,” she says.

A community open house is planned. ❦ The new rehab center offers therapy up to seven days a week, and admissions are accepted 24 hours a day. Medicare and other commercial insurance plans are accepted. For more information on the rehab center, Fieldstone Villas at Sunset Village, or any of the Sunset Retirement Communities and services, please call 419-724-1200 or visit www.

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A Walk in the Park

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Pass the potatoes

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Thanks to the promotional efforts of the growers association, more than 70% of Americans say they think of Idaho when they think of potatoes.

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promotion because only 7% of Americans say they crave carrots. Ever been asked “D’ya want carrots wi’ that?”

But why Idaho? Potatoes will grow almost anywhere. The growers association says Idaho’s combination of warm days and cool nights, the mountain-fed irrigation not dependent on rain, and the rich volcanic soil account for the quality and consumer appeal. Personally, I think it’s the blood hound. He looks so sincere.

Or, maybe it’s Heather Cox. Last summer, after a week in the Tetons, Shirley and I followed the mighty Snake River west into Idaho.

We passed through miles and miles of potato fields plus great expans-

Steak and Idaho potato—classic camping cuisine. I've heard that even some non-campers have tried it.

Most people aren’t thinking about the nutritional value of potatoes when the kid at Mickey D’s asks, “D’ya want fries wi’ that?” Most of us eat potatoes because we like the way they taste when prepared any of several hundred ways. The carrot growers association needs to do more

There are vast expanses of golden-flowered canola in Idaho. (Potato fields are not nearly as pretty.)

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es of golden-flowered canola and drought-tolerant sorghum that looks a lot like corn before we arrived at Craters of the Moon National Monument. Potatoes grow well in volcanic soil, but there isn’t much soil to speak of at the Monument.

It is mostly desolate-looking black volcanic rock. Still, it is nice to be able to brag that we have been to “The Moon.”

There are more than 400 caves on The Moon and more are being discovered every year. Most of them are actually lava tubes rather than caves as we normally think of them.

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Indian Cave is illuminated by skylights that result from ceiling collapses. Very reassuring information.

We took a walk through Indian Cave, a lava tube that is 30 ft. high, 50 ft. wide, and 800 ft. long. There are ceiling collapses that allow sunlight to penetrate so, we were informed, you don’t even need a flashlight.

Even so, there are parts of the cave a tourist might perceive as dark no matter what the Park Service says.

Besides, you need to avoid stepping into deep holes along the way and the piles of jagged rocks on which you might bark your shins. Some visitors also find the idea of ceiling collapses that form skylights a little unnerving.

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Lava fields at Craters of the Moon where the astronauts trained for the moon landing.

Paved trails make it a lot easier to go for a Moon walk.

rocks piled about four stories high.

Or, you can just retrace your steps.

As responsible adults, Shirley and I decided we didn’t want to get our fraidy pants all dirty by climbing through there. Several young men did though. Bet their moms weren’t happy.

Craters of the Moon is where astronauts Alan Shepard, Edgar Mitchell, Gene Cernan, and Joe Engle practiced for the moon landing in 1969. Satellite photos of one-square-kilometer sections of both the moon and Craters of the Moon show a clear resemblance.

Most of the Monument can be explored from the comfort of your vehicle by driving the seven-mile loop road and stopping at the marked pullouts.

It is more worthwhile, we think, to take some of the short walks into the moonscape. Where the surface is just a jumble of jagged rocks, there are paved walkways to make your walk a whole lot easier. Cinder cones and spatter cones are scattered around as well as some pretty big craters. And there are even a few wild flowers that provide a surprising contrast to the black surface of the Moon. Chief of these, we think, is the syringia, the state flower of Idaho.

But Idaho isn’t just potatoes and Craters of the Moon. Just north are the upscale resort towns of Ketchum and Sun Valley. The historic Sun Valley Lodge is where the Great and the Near Great once gathered to enjoy winter sports and trout fishing. Early guests included Ernest Hemingway, who lived in Ketchum before he did away with himself in 1961. He finished For Whom the Bell Tolls in his room at the lodge. We visited his

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You can try all the exercise classes or and great meals.

You can spend your time getting a just pick out what you might like. If massage, facial, manicure, pedicure, you don’t want to exercise but love or Reiki treatment—or doing nothing spa services, we have licensed masat all. The more adventurous ladies sage therapists available all weekend can do Jazzalaties or Nia, Tai Chi or Yoga. You can do all of this or just relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Now is the time to do something completely different, learn something new, and have more fun than you have had since you were 15 and going to PJ parties. Enjoy a weekend or a day with the girls. Our hope is that you take something from this weekend home with you and incorporate it into your own life to give you a healthier lifestyle.

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long to pamper you. We are excited to have Deb Reis with us this year.

She is a nurse, author, and speaker, specializing in holistic health and supportive therapies. She will give a talk on guided meditation also.

You can enjoy the weekend just for the relaxation and beautiful location and do absolutely nothing else if you choose. Or you can go wild and take part in every activity and get as many pampering services as you can fit into your schedule.

Most women spend too much

time responding to everyone else. So what you do at the Wellness Weekend is up to you. Especially popular are the Yoga and the Tai Chi, because of the complete calmness they bring to you. The meals are delicious; our hostess is a great cook. After dinner on Saturday night, there is an optional pajama party with prizes for the craziest PJs, belly dancing, and wine.

We are taking reservations now for this weekend. The cost for the weekend is $165 per person (portion of the proceeds to benefit the Victory Center in Toledo). This price includes your overnight stay, three wonderful meals, all the exercise activities, the PJ party, and the health talks. The weekend will start on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. and end around 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. Where else could you go for this price and get three meals and activities and an overnight stay? Yes, the activities and meals are also included in this price.

(If you can only come for the “Spa Day” on Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., it is only $65 per person, which includes lunch and the activities.)

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Seeing the importance of vision health

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t’s common for our vision to decline as we age. More than three million people in the U.S. are either legally blind or develop significant visual impairment after the age of 40.

Another 80 million have potentially blinding eye diseases.

Some of the major causes of vision loss are cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. Vision loss can also be associated with other serious health problems, such as depression, diabetes, strokes, falls resulting in injury, and even premature death.

Fortunately, there is hope in sight.

Many eye diseases can often be prevented or effectively treated. To help keep your eyes as healthy as possible, consider the following tips:

Get your eyes checked By doing a thorough exam, an eyecare professional can detect many common diseases, such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and age-related macular degeneration.

Because there may be no early warning signs, an exam that includes dilating your eyes gives you the best chance of detecting these conditions in their earliest stages.

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Talk to your family members about their eye health. It’s important to know if anyone has been diagnosed with a serious eye disease or condition that may be more common in close relatives. If your history does put you at higher risk for developing an eye disease, be sure to tell your eye-care specialist.

Don’t strain Eye dryness and more difficulty reading in low light commonly occur with aging. Make sure you have enough light when you read, and take regular breaks from visually demanding tasks. Try to blink often to moisten your

eyes or consider eye drops to avoid irritation. Too much glare on TV and computer screens can also strain your eyes, so try to avoid that, too.

Wear protection To avoid eye injuries, always wear safety glasses any time you use power tools or work with chemicals. UV-blocking sunglasses are also a good idea whenever you go outside. Excessive UV sunlight can damage your retina, cause lasting vision loss, and increase your risk for developing cataracts.

Eat right A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, especially dark leafy greens, can help keep your eyes healthy. Research has also shown there are eye-health benefits from eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids. Keep your weight in a healthy range to reduce your risk of developing diabetes and high blood pressure.

Don’t smoke Smoking is as bad for your eyes as it is for the rest of your body. In fact, it doubles your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. If you smoke, talk to your doctor or health provider about quitting. There are many things that can be done to make it easier for you to quit.

Your eyesight is important to your overall health. If you notice a change in your vision, discuss it with your healthcare provider.

Your eyesight may never be perfect, especially as you age. But if you take care of your eyes, you will be much less likely to have serious vision problems down the road. ❦ Dr. Tere Koenig is Chief Medical Officer for Medical Mutual.

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The skinny on permanent fat removal methods

t this time of year—when many of us are striving to fulfill the resolutions we made back in January—there tends to be a surge of interest in cosmetic procedures that can help people look and feel their best. And, perhaps not surprisingly, permanent fat removal is high on the list of these sought-after cosmetic enhancements. However, given the glut of ads out there for various similar-sounding fat-removal methods, it can be extremely challenging for the average person to determine which technique to choose.

To help cut through the confusion, Dr. Wade Banker of Luxe Laser Vein & Body Center explains, “After diet and lifestyle changes, there are three main categories in which permanent fat removal is achieved. These include non-invasive techniques, injectable

solutions, and minimally invasive procedures. No procedure is onesize-fits-all, and it’s important to seek the advice and guidance of someone who offers all three methods before making a decision.”

Non-invasive fat removal According to Dr. Banker, non-invasive fat-removal procedures, for example CoolSculpting, involve killing fat cells externally, with no incisions, no implements actually entering the patient’s body, and no downtime.

Once the fat cells are destroyed, the body processes them out naturally over the ensuing weeks and months and they do not regrow. Thus, the elimination of unwanted fat—and the improvement in the patient’s appearance—is permanent.

Injectable solutions Injectables, such as

Kybella, are just what they sound like. With this method, a series of injections is given in the problem area to dissolve fat cells, which are then processed out by the body naturally.

Dr. Banker notes that injectable fat removal is most effective in treating small areas, for example under the chin to eliminate fullness caused by genetics, aging, or weight gain. “There are an increasing number of popular areas to use Kybella,’’ he adds.

Minimally invasive fat removal Far and away, the most popular permanent fat-removal methods are minimally invasive procedures such as Smart Lipo. During Smart Lipo, a laser fiber, approximately the size of the tip of a pen, is inserted through a tiny incision and used to melt fat in the targeted area. The fat is then immediately suctioned out by the surgeon, so it’s a “one-and-done” type of procedure. Smart Lipo is painless and quick and easy to perform, and it yields more dramatic results than either non-invasive techniques or injectables. However, it may come

with a higher price tag and requires some downtime.

Know what you’re getting Dr. Banker advises anyone seeking permanent fat removal to be wary of facilities offering only one fat-removal option, potentially meaning they’ll be more likely to pressure clients into that method regardless of whether or not it’s the best choice for their unique needs. He also cautions against sound-alike procedures—typically associated with some type of workout program or diet plan—that may not produce the results they claim. “Look for a reputable center with a real physician on staff who offers all three fat-removal options and is willing to give a complete and honest assessment of each procedure.

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t 3.1 miles, the 5K run is an attainable goal for even the beginning runner. The races often support charities or fundraisers, which makes them rewarding, as well. Follow these tips and running program for a successful 5K. This program is designed for firsttime runners or those who have not been training at all for many months.

Start slowly, and walk exclusively during the first week or two until you are ready to incorporate running into your workouts. Start by running one minute, walking one minute, and then alternate during your workout. Eventually, you will be able to run continuously.

• Give yourself time to prepare.

You may need more time than the 12 weeks outlined below.

Listen to your body. If your leg muscles or joints are sore, try cross-training for a few days. If the soreness persists, see your doctor.

• Always warm up and cool down with five minutes of walking before and after each workout as well as stretching.

• Wear a well-designed running shoe that fits properly. Stop by Dave’s Performance Footgear, which specializes in running shoes, for an assessment of your needs and a personalized fit.

• Talk with your doctor before training for your 5K. ❦ Amanda Manthey is a former collegiate

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Great Black Swamp Festival of Races Saturday, March 18, 2017, at 6119 Finzel Rd. in Whitehouse. The Great Black Swamp Festival of Races, presented by the Toledo Roadrunners Club and hosted by the Anthony Wayne Schools campus in Whitehouse, is a true festival of running and fitness with races at distances of 25K (9:00 a.m.), 15K (9:00 a.m.), and 5K (9:15 a.m.).

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ecently our office saw Sarah, a patient with the complaint of anxiety over an upcoming back surgery.

She had suffered from chronic back pain for a long time. At times the pain brought her to her knees. Her surgery was scheduled for the next week, and she just wanted some acupuncture to help “settle her nerves” prior to the operation.

After a couple treatments for anxiety, and a couple treatments for her back pain, Sarah was surprised to notice that 75 percent of her back pain was gone!

She also felt calmer and was very pleased with the unexpected result.

Because her surgery was already scheduled in just a couple days, Sarah was reluctant to cancel it. We talked it over, and I pointed out that spinal surgery, in some cases, is very necessary, but I also told her that, in my opinion, it should be a last-ditch option because many back surgeries just don’t work out as hoped in the long run. I encouraged her to have a conversation with her surgeon as this was a decision between her and him.

Sarah considered her options but was still reluctant to cancel her surgery on such short notice. I told her that, while the decision was hers, we’d be more than happy to continue treating her even after her surgery if she so desired.

As fate would have it, the day before surgery the hospital called and informed her that, due to a scheduling conflict, they would have to postpone her surgery. She took that as a sign of fate and held off on rescheduling the procedure.

Sarah returned to our office and continued her treatments. Her main diagnosis was osteoarthritis and degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine—a wear-and-tear type of

arthritis, which is the most common kind. Since we were now focusing on her spine problem, we added microstimulation to her acupuncture needles—essentially connecting wires to put a pulse of energy directly into the acupuncture points. Chinese medicine is all about getting the proper amount of energy into damaged tissues to facilitate the body’s ability to heal. I like to think that adding microstim to acupuncture treatments is like turbo-charging them!

Over a period of six weeks, Sarah’s pain continued to diminish. Her anxiety and constant “stressing” over her back also declined. Eventually Sarah added chiropractic treatments to her care to help with alignment of her back and general muscle tightness.

Happily, my patient was a veteran. As a participating physician in the Veterans Choice HealthNet Program, we were able to get 100% of her acupuncture and chiropractic treatment paid!

Acupuncture is growing in acceptance as insurance programs adopt it as a covered expense. Veterans Choice, personal injury, Ohio Workers’ Compensation, and a handful of other companies now cover acupuncture treatments. Payment can also be made by a Benefits card or out of a Flex spending account.

Just this year, the new clinical guidelines issued from the American College of Physicians recommend avoiding costly and potentially harmful treatments like narcotics and surgery and instead considering safer alternatives like chiropractic and acupuncture as first-line treatments.

While the focus of recent research has been on spinal pain, acupuncture is also effective on other pain-ridden areas of the body. The knees and hips are especially prone to arthritic pain and can be helped by this same ancient treatment.

The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health compiled a review of high-quality studies demonstrating conservative

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treatment approaches rarely cause any harm and can help people with lower-back pain, headaches, and arthritic knees As the preponderance of research showing acupuncture effectiveness grows, more and more patients will seek out this alternative form of treatment. The pressure is growing on insurance companies to add these treatments as a covered expense. In the meantime, acupuncture remains very cost-effective for those forced to pay out of pocket. A typical treatment usually runs from $40 to $75 for a half-hour session. Most practitioners will offer a free initial consultation to see if they feel acupuncture is suited for a specific case before accepting it for treatment. ❦ Dr. Schwan is a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Diplomat of the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture. He is president of Schwan Chiropractic & Acupuncture Clinic in Toledo, Ohio.

He is an author, lecturer, and one-time stand-up comedian and has maintained an active practice in Toledo, OH for the last 29 years. He is available for lay lectures and may be contacted at Dr_Schwan@AcupunctureToledo.com.

Manor at Perrysburg offers dysphagia-rehab system with power to “see the swallow”

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wallowing is a reflex behavior that most of us never give a second thought. But for people with Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, dementia, or other diagnoses that can cause dysphagia (difficulty swallowing), impairment of this natural reflex can lead to serious health and quality-of-life issues. Of major concern for people with dysphagia is the increased risk of aspiration of food or liquid into the lungs, which can result in pneumonia and potentially even death.

To put the scope of the problem into perspective, approximately 15 million people in the United States have dysphagia and one million new cases are reported each year.

What’s more, around 60,000 people die every year in the US from complications of this

condition.

To help improve the outcomes and quality of life for their rehab patients and long-term

residents with dysphagia, The Manor at Perrysburg, a member of the HCF Management family of companies, has added the revolutionary Synchrony™ system to its repertoire of treatment options.

“Synchrony is a specialized, research-based, clinically proven system for treating dysphagia, developed by Accelerated Care Plus,” says Kari Carroll, PTA, Director of Rehabilitation at The Manor at Perrysburg. “With this system, we can actually visualize and assess the patient’s muscle activity while swallowing liquid and then use that data to guide a therapeutic exercise program to strengthen and improve his or her swallowing ability.

We’re thrilled to offer this system on an outpatient basis as well as to our short-term rehab patients and long-term residents.”

Carroll explains that the Synchrony program has two distinct components. The first is the OmnisEMG™ System, which reads the electrical activity of the muscles used

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in swallowing through non-invasive sensors attached under the patient’s chin. Specialized software displays this data on a color monitor so the therapist can get real-time feedback on the timing, strength, and duration of the swallowing reflex—in essence, allowing the therapist to “see the swallow.”

Using this immediate biofeedback, the therapist and patient can work together to make the patient’s swallowing reflex as good as it can be. “Once that point is reached, we introduce a progressive, resistive exercise program so that good swallowing technique becomes a routine behavior and the patient can eventually enjoy the least restrictive diet possible,” Carroll says.

The second component of Synchrony is the Omnistim® FX2 Patterned Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation (PENS) system—a proprietary form of electrical stimulation that helps re-establish normal nerve and muscle coordination for swallowing.

According to Carroll, this type of technology is not new to the world of physical therapy, but its use in speech language pathology is revolutionary.

Also, PENS should not be confused with VitalStim, another e-stim modality used to treat dysphagia.

“VitalStim works only on the strength function of swallowing, not the neural function. Think of the difference like this: If you go to the gym and work out to build big biceps, it won’t do you any good if your brain doesn’t tell your biceps how to work properly. PENS also works on the neural pathway, so it gets right to the root

of the problem,” says Carroll.

Mary McConnell, Administrator at The Manor at Perrysburg, hopes to get the word out to more and more area physicians’ offices that the Synchrony system is available so they can offer this state-of-the-art modality to any of their patients with dysphagia.

“We also want hospitals to be aware that we have this system and offer it on an outpatient basis so they know it’s an option when they’re looking at discharging a patient with stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, or any another condition that causes swallowing difficulty,” she adds.

Though not every patient with

dysphagia can be successfully treated using the Synchrony system, almost anyone is a candidate for this totally non-invasive, research-based program and Carroll is extremely pleased that The Manor at Perrysburg can now offer it. “It’s one more tool in our toolbox for treating dysphagia, and I’m excited to offer it to any of our patients who might benefit,” she says. ❦ For more information on The Manor at Perrysburg or the Synchrony system for treating dysphagia, please call Mary McConnell or Kari Carroll at 419-8740306.

Bittersweet’s CSA grows local produce with a purpose

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or the seventh year in a row, Bittersweet is accepting new members for the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. CSA is a mutual partnership of shared risk between local farmers and the community. Members buy shares of the harvest, and, in turn, the farmer is able to cover the initial costs of the growing season. The members then receive wholesome, fresh, nutrient-rich, local produce, along with a personal relationship with the farmer.

Bittersweet’s CSA is more than a partnership. By joining Bittersweet’s CSA, members support Bittersweet’s greater mission of serving adults with

autism. Supporting the CSA provides employment opportunities to adults with autism who live and work on the farm. As part of the work of the CSA, the participants are able to engage in agriculture-related activities, such as readying the soil, planting the seeds, harvesting the crops, cleaning

the produce, and packaging produce in the CSA boxes. This program also allows the individuals with autism who work at Bittersweet to engage with and contribute to the local community.

This year, Bittersweet Farms is offering two shares. The Standard Share is $300 per season and the Petite Share is $200 per season. The Standard Share feeds families and veggie lovers. The Petite Share is great for couples, individuals, and those who eat a moderate amount of produce each week. The breakdown of each season is as follows: Spring: April 25, 2017–June 22, 2017 Summer: June 27, 2017–August 24, 2017 Fall: August 29, 2017–October 26, 2017 Bittersweet offers two pickup locations and days. Members may choose Tuesday or Thursday pickup at Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse (1:00–3:00 p.m.) or at Walt Churchill’s Market in Maumee (3:00–7:00 p.m.).

Examples of spring produce include mixed greens, kale, cabbage, herbs, root vegetables, spring garlic, and strawberries. Examples of summer produce include broccoli, cucumbers, peppers, eggplant, onions, tomatoes, potatoes, squash, zucchini, kale, melons, corn, blueberries, and peaches.

Examples of fall produce include kale, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, tomatoes, winter squash, root vegetables, mixed greens, and apples.

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Take the worry out of dormant pruning

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e’re entering the late dormant season, and, with a few exceptions, this is the best time to begin the annual chore of pruning trees and shrubs. If you’re like most people, you may find this task daunting. After all, each species has a different growth habit and improper pruning can ruin the tree/shrub's natural appearance for many years, if not permanently.

However, if you familiarize yourself with each plant’s specific needs, use the proper tools, and make any cuts with discretion, you won’t be disappointed with the results.

slender blade for branches one to five inches in diameter.

• A pole pruner for reaching higher branches no more than one inch in diameter. Look for a model with a telescoping handle for greater flexibility of function. Most come with an attachable pruning saw blade.

The right tools for the job The tools you’ll need in order to prune various trees and shrubs of different sizes include the following: • Bypass-style hand pruners (which tend to make cleaner cuts than anvil-style pruners) for smaller branches.

• Bypass-style loppers for branches that are too large to cut with hand pruners but too small for a pruning saw.

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Tips for pruning trees Most trees can be pruned in early spring before the buds begin to swell.

Exceptions include black walnut, birch, and maple, which will bleed sap profusely if cuts are made in the spring. These trees are best pruned in early fall.

Begin pruning by removing any broken or dead branches as well as limbs that angle sharply toward the center of the tree. Look for closely parallel branches and thin out the weakest ones. Suckers and watersprouts should also be eliminated.

These are thin, spindly, energy-sapping limbs that grow straight up from the tree’s roots, trunk, or main branches and give the tree an unnatural appearance. Finally, prune out any branches that are (or soon will be) coming into contact with nearby structures or that simply disrupt the balance or symmetry of the tree.

Keep in mind that it’s much easier to prune a tree when it’s young.

Branches that would have to be

removed with a chainsaw from a mature tree can be removed with hand pruners from a young one.

The pruning of mature trees is a job best left to experienced, licensed, and insured professionals.

Trees respond best to a gentle touch. Never severely prune or top them if it can be avoided. It’s better to extend the process over several seasons, removing only a few branches at a time. Be sure to examine a tree from all angles and consider how it will look once a branch has been removed before making the actual cut.

If you have to remove a large, heavy limb, do so using a series of three cuts: 1) Make a partial cut through the branch from the bottom, a short distance from the trunk.

2) Cut down from the top of the branch to meet the first cut. This will leave only a short stump.

3) Remove the stump with a final cut, which should be made flush with the branch collar (the swollen area where the branch and trunk meet).

Do not remove the branch collar, as it is needed to produce new growth to heal the wound.

The use of pruning seal or wound-dressing products is no longer recommended. These materials actually interfere with the tree’s natural ability to seal off wounds and can encourage decay.

Tips for pruning shrubs The appropriate time to prune flowering shrubs depends on when the shrub sets its buds. Late spring or summer bloomers that set buds on the current year’s growth, such as spirea and potentilla, can be pruned

either in early spring before growth begins or just after they’ve finished blooming. Shrubs that set buds on the previous year’s growth, such as azaleas and rhododendrons, should be pruned only after their flowers have faded. Prune them at the wrong time, and you’ll sacrifice a season’s worth of blossoms.

When pruning a shrub, try to work with the plant’s natural framework and growth habit. It will be stronger and healthier at maturity if you do.

And, unless you want a highly formal or exaggerated look, put down the hedge shears in favor of hand pruners. Shearing shrubs tends to encourage thick, bushy growth at the branch ends that prevents light and air from reaching the center of the shrub.

Using your hand pruners (or loppers for larger branches), make your cuts about a quarter inch above an outward-facing lateral branch or bud. The angle of the cut should be parallel to the lateral growth.

This will encourage new branches to grow toward the outside of the shrub and prevent the center from becoming crowded.

Shrubs that produce new growth in the form of canes from the base, such as forsythia, red- and yellow-twig dogwoods, deutzia, and kerria, should be pruned by completely removing older canes. This method will give the new growth more room and energy to develop as well as encourage more abundant flowering.

Special consideration for conifers Conifers require a more specialized pruning technique. Never cut back or shear a pine, spruce, or fir. Instead, pinch off half of each candle (the new shoots at the end of each branch) before it turns green in the spring. Do not remove the entire candle or the branch will not put out any further growth. Also, keep in mind that if conifers are spaced appropriately at planting time, heavy pruning should not be necessary.

Think twice, cut once!

Remember, when it comes to pruning, a little goes a long way. A good rule to follow is, “Think twice, cut once.”

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Start preparing now for spring allergy season

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very spring, Mother Nature plays a cruel joke on seasonal allergy sufferers. Just as the cold-and-flu season is winding down, she gives them another reason to sniffle, sneeze, cough, and wheeze—the return of spring allergies. So, while everyone else is out enjoying the warmth and beauty of the season, people with spring allergies are bracing themselves for an onslaught of unpleasant physical symptoms.

According to Svetlana Kriegel, MD, Assistant Professor, Allergy/ Immunology, Department of Medicine, University of Toledo Medical Center, the most common culprit that triggers spring allergy symptoms is airborne tree pollen. Different trees pollinate at different times, producing a succession of pollen types, so the season in our area usually starts in March and extends into June.

With spring allergies following close on the heels of cold-and-flu season, how can one be certain those unpleasant symptoms are actually related to allergy rather than the common cold or influenza? As Dr. Kriegel explains, “Common allergy

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symptoms include sneezing, stuffiness, runny nose, watery and itchy eyes, post-nasal drip, and occasionally cough, but they don’t include fever. Also, allergy symptoms persist throughout the season; they don’t end in a week or ten days as they do with a cold. So, if you’re dealing with long-lasting symptoms, consider getting evaluated for allergies.” She also notes that symptoms of wheezing, chest tightness, frequent coughing, and shortness of breath could be signs of seasonal asthma.

Diagnosing spring allergies is a simple matter of seeing an allergist for a skin test or bloodwork. Skin testing, which is performed on the forearm or upper back, is the most efficient diagnostic method because it will reveal within about 20 minutes exactly which pollens are responsible for causing an allergic response in the patient.

Of course, diagnosis is only half the equation. The other half is taking appropriate steps to stay ahead of seasonal allergy symptoms. “One thing all seasonal allergy sufferers should do is start to monitor the

pollen count in early March or once warmer temperatures set in. When the tree pollen count starts rising, they should start taking an antihistamine to control the release of histamine, which is the major cause of sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes. Antihistamine medication, in the form of a pill or nasal spray, can be safely taken daily throughout the tree pollen season. Normal saline nasal washes add relief by removing pollen and mucus from the nasal passages.

Avoidance of pollen can be helpful as well for spring allergy sufferers, so they’re encouraged to take measures such as keeping their windows closed, running a HEPA filter in their home, changing clothes and taking a shower after spending time outdoors, avoiding contact with furry pets that have been outdoors, and keeping their car windows closed and setting the air conditioner on re-circulate while driving. However, avoidance is only marginally effective. As Dr. Kriegel points out, people still need to go outside, go to work, visit friends

and family, etc., so a certain amount of pollen exposure is unavoidable.

If the antihistamine and avoidance measures aren’t sufficient to control symptoms, an intranasal corticosteroid can be added, especially to relieve disturbing nasal congestion. If symptoms still persist, the individual should be referred to an allergist,” Dr. Kriegel advises.

A highly effective method of treating seasonal allergies is subcutaneous immunotherapy—better known as “allergy shots”—during which the patient is exposed to gradually increasing doses of an allergen (or a combination of allergens) during the buildup phase and continued on high dose maintenance therapy until the body develops a tolerance.

“Immunotherapy is an excellent option for patients with severe allergies or those who prefer natural treatment to medications,” states Dr. Kriegel.

“It has been proven very effective in treating allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and asthma. It can even prevent asthma development in patients with allergies. Treatment usually continues for three to five years, according to recommendations of the American Academy of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology, and can be stopped with good response. In the majority of patients, its effectiveness can then last another 10 to 20 years, reducing symptom severity as well as the amount of medication necessary for managing symptoms.”

Dr. Kriegel notes that the FDA has approved a different form of immunotherapy, taken via sublingual tablets, that is an option for treating grass allergies in the summer as well as ragweed allergies in the fall.

However, there is no good sublingual

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tablet for tree pollen allergies.

Dr. Kriegel also advises seasonal allergy sufferers to be aware of a condition called pollen allergy syndrome, which can develop each year along with pollen allergies. People with this syndrome experience tingling in the mouth, tongue, and throat after eating certain fruits and vegetables, often causing them to assume they have a food allergy. But in actuality, the pollen allergy syndrome is a consequence of the cross-reactivity between pollens and certain fruits and vegetables.

For a few examples, birch pollen and stone fruits, such as cherries, peaches, nectarines, apricots, and plums, have cross-reactive allergens; grass pollen has cross-reactivity with tomatoes; and ragweed has cross-reactivity with banana, zucchini, etc. Interestingly, the allergen that causes the symptoms is destroyed by heat, so symptoms arise only after eating fruits/vegetables in their fresh state, not after they’ve been cooked. The general recommendation is to avoid eating fresh foods that cause an unpleasant sensation in the mouth. “However, this syndrome can be treated effectively with allergen immunotherapy to the cross-reactive

pollen, and patients can often broaden their diet after they start the shots,” Dr. Kriegel says.

Also noteworthy is that exposure to dust mites, which is already high in the winter time because of reduced ventilation, tends to increase more in springtime due to the higher humidity

in the air. So some people who believe they have a seasonal allergy triggered by pollen are actually experiencing worsening of their perennial allergies.

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Let’s try walking

by Meliss Klorer, MRC

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he exercise class that was once so full in January has dwindled.

Our commitment to the trendiest exercise program has faded. We still know that physical activity and exercise is important to our overall

health, but the motivation on our New Year ’s resolution is gone. As spring approaches, what can we all do, realistically, to stay active? Let’s try walking!

You can walk virtually anywhere,

and it doesn’t require any special clothing, equipment, or a membership at a special facility. Best of all, it’s free.

Everyone knows moderate exercise helps prevent and reduce the severity of chronic diseases, such, as high blood pressure, type II diabetes, and heart disease, and improves mood and mobility. Walking is considered a moderate exercise. The surgeon general recently acknowledged the benefits of walking and suggested that Americans should walk to reduce and treat the chronic illnesses that half of all Americans are challenged with.

The young and the old can benefit from walking. Growing this interest in children at a young age is an investment for life. Good, healthy habits start young, and the statistics are alarming. Childhood obesity is on the rise, type II diabetes in children is growing at alarming rates, and now children are diagnosed with high blood pressure and increased cholesterol levels. Children today are spending more time with electronic devices and less time physically active.

Walking can be fun and interesting for children. Different paths will allow them to notice different things along the way and become more familiar with their environment. Walking will

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allow them to meet their neighbors and make new friends. Walking can even allow for a child’s competitive nature. Pedometers are very common and can be rather inexpensive. Children can compete with their friends to see who gets the most steps in.

Walking is a great family exercise and is one way to guarantee family time on a regular basis. Leave all the technology behind and enjoy the time together!

In addition to adding variety to your routine, involving your children in your walking program is a great way to set an example and encourage them to develop and maintain physical fitness for the rest of their lives. Walking with your children also provides an opportunity for extra talking, sharing, and learning. Often, it’s difficult for a family to pick an activity that everyone enjoys or can participate in. Each family includes people of various ages, shapes, sizes, and levels of physical fitness. Not every family member will have the same skills in skiing, tennis, golf, or basketball. However, even toddlers can walk, and when they get tired, they can be placed in a stroller or carried. Take the dog along too!

Experts suggest that walking at

least 30 minutes per day, or an average of 10,000 steps, is when children, adults, and the elderly will notice the greatest health benefits. These benefits include: • Maintaining a healthy weight.

A 30-minute walk can burn between 100 and 200 calories depending upon your weight.

• Improving circulation by increasing the heart rate and lowering blood pressure.

• Improving breathing by increasing breathing rate and depth, causing oxygen to travel faster in the bloodstream to improve energy and alertness.

• Strengthening bones and muscles.

• Improving balance and coordination.

• Improving your mood because endorphins are released by the brain.

• Improving your quality of sleep.

Yes, let’s give walking a try. It is simple. We mastered the skill by the time we were two, and the benefits outweigh the excuses.

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Ignite your kids’ interest in exercise W

ith another Northwest Ohio winter on the wane, many parents are more than eager to get their kids off their backsides and doing something active outdoors.

Kids, on the other hand, may not share their parents’ enthusiasm for physical exertion . . . or the outdoors.

In fact, some parents may need to explain exactly what “outdoors” is. (It’s that extra space they walk through between buildings and vehicles.)

The bottom line is, kids rendered soft and listless by months of inactivity—and lured by the ever-present siren song of technology—are going to need a little inducement if parents want them to exercise. Here are some tips that just might help: #1 Start early—The earlier kids learn to enjoy physical activity, the more likely they are to stick with exercise for a lifetime. It’s also a lot easier to encourage kids through example while they’re young and impressionable and still want to emulate Mom and Dad. That’s not to say it’s too late to motivate teenagers to get moving, but by that stage of the game, you’ll

#3 Find a sport that fits—If your child is ready and willing to participate in organized sports, explore all the options until you find one that fits his or her interests and personality.

possible, bike or walk to destinations in reasonable proximity, and encourage your kids to do the same.

For example, if they’re clamoring for a cone or milkshake from the local ice cream shop on a summer’s evening, don’t offer to drive them there; prompt them to ride their bikes instead. Then, at least, they’ll burn a few calories and build some muscle before and after enjoying their frozen treats.

Don’t assume that just because you excelled at football or basketball, your child will want to do the same. Keep in mind that some kids may gravitate naturally to team sports while others may be drawn to more individual activities, such as hiking, archery, rock climbing, swimming, or even fishing. Remember: it doesn’t have to be about competition!

#5 Lead by example—“Do as I say, not as I do” is not a good mantra for parents who want to encourage their kids to exercise more. Just as with other healthy habits—such as eating more fruits and vegetables and limiting screen time—the best way to elicit the desired behavior from kids is to lead by example. That means you’ll also need to shut off the TV and other devices, get off the couch, and get active. Otherwise, your kids won’t take your suggestions to heart.

#4 Go by pedal or bipedal—Whenever

#6 Get in the game yourself—Perhaps

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Independent Living Independent Living apartments meet the demand of active seniors seeking to simplify their lives. Studio and one-bedroom apartments are available with private entrances and parking spaces. If a resident’s health changes, he/she would have priority access to other levels of care.

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Assisted Living Level II First introduced by The Elizabeth Scott Community in 1997, Assisted Living Level II provides residents with 24/7 staffing. A licensed nurse is available 24/7, and regular routine health screenings are provided. Level II is an option for those who require personal care, medication administration, special diets, or assistance with ambulation. Typically, residents in Level II face changes to their health resulting from age, an accident, or a rehabilitative effort. Residents in Level II enjoy three home-cooked meals a day, group social functions, regular field trips, worship services, and exercise classes. The Assisted Living Level II building is secured 24/7 for the safety of residents suffering from memory loss and dementia.

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Skilled Rehabilitation In 2015, Elizabeth Scott opened a new, 12,000-square-foot, state-of-theart Skilled Rehabilitation Center on campus. Typical patients are those who have been released from the hospital and who require several weeks of physical, occupational, or speech therapy. These patients reside with us in our Rehabilitation Center’s large, comfortable, private luxury suites while undergoing daily therapy. Each patient receives a person-centered,

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CAS is a motor speech disorder that becomes evident as a young child is first learning to speak. It is not completely understood why these children have difficulty planning and producing the movements needed by the tongue, lips, and mouth for clear sounds and words. Our children (our superheroes) need more to help them learn to speak. Our superheroes are just regular kids overcoming huge challenges.

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NWO Apraxia Support also provides grants to fund supplemental therapies, treatments, activities, or equipment that will enhance the lives of individual children impacted by these invisible disabilities. We seek to provide information and resources for all families impacted by CAS and other invisible disabilities but focus on funding those close to

and raise money for the 2018 grant cycle. A few of these events include our Superhero Bowling Night on March 10th at Rossford Lanes and the 2nd Annual Superhero Golf Outing on May 15th at Stone Oak Country Club. Get tickets for the Superhero Raffle or sign up for the 2017 Family Fun Day Walk at the Toledo Zoo in September. Please visit www. nwoapraxiasupport.org to learn more about apraxia, to sign up for events, or to donate.

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The spiritual power of praise Question: What one concrete practice can we adopt that will keep us expressing faith, hope, and love through all our interactions with others?

Answer: Form the habit of telling everyone you meet whatever you see in them that is good.

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Ingredients of an enjoyable youth sports experience

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ver the past month, I have seen and read articles pertaining to youth sports as it concerns the interaction between children and their parents. The more I read, the more I began to reflect on my athletic past as well as my experiences as a coach witnessing a variety of interactions between children and their parents.

With a new sports season right around the corner, I thought there would be no better time to share the following tips on how to maintain a positive relationship between parents and children alike as they venture through the youth sports journey:

1. Your reactions speak louder than any word you might say

Everyone has heard how powerful body language is. Guess what, you are hearing it again. I have seen many kids collapse during a performance when they see mom or dad storm out of an athletic facility because they are mad. I have seen athletes break

down when they see their parents slam down their hands or grab their heads in disgust after making an error or a bad decision.

This is especially the case the younger the athlete is. The younger they are, the more they want to please, so if they see anything but a neutral to positive expression, things will tend to head south fast. Try to stay

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ow! How does one do that?

Tell everyone I meet the good I see in them? What happens if I don’t see any good in them? This could be impossible for and with some people couldn’t it? I guess so, but the answer from Father Knight seems to hinge on the first three words: “form the habit.”

The first person you should see the good in is yourself. Look in the mirror every morning and say “I love you!” as you look yourself in the eye. When I began to do this recently, I recalled that Jesus the Christ told us to love our neighbor as ourselves. I’ve often reflected on the implications of this message and find it to be very important if I want to have inner peace based on faith, hope, and love. I can attest to the fact that since I started doing this practice, “forming the habit,” I really do feel more peaceful and it has led me to try to see the good in others.

I find it very easy to be judgmental of other’s behavior, even their looks.

The challenge now is to take the negative judgements and see what good is also lurking there. I don’t claim to be an expert at this looking for the good yet, but I’m trying. It seems to be a process, perhaps even lifelong, to see the good and then to go one step further and actually tell them of the good I see in them. I can tell you this is not an easy practice, an easy habit, but it is well worth the effort. For Christians who are looking for something positive to do during Lent, this may be something you may want to try.

This habit/practice reminds me of the important role that forgiveness

plays in our spiritual lives. Forgiveness is also a gift we give ourselves, just like looking in the mirror and telling myself that I love myself. Think about it. If I can’t forgive myself my faults and failings, how will I ever forgive the faults and failings of others who sometimes don’t even know that I have been hurt by something that they have said or done? If I don’t love myself, how can I love other people?

Obviously in our world today, there are lots of people who don’t love themselves, and we can tell that by the way they treat themselves and others—violence, wars, terrorism, greed, suicide, etc.

So let’s take up the challenge and see if we can make our part of the world—our family, our neighborhood, our workplace, our house of worship, our community, our city, our state, our country—a better place because we have formed the habit of telling everyone we meet whatever we see

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as neutral to positive as possible and try to provide encouraging gestures during the events. And remember, the body language does not stop when the event ends; it magnifies (in my mind) when the event ends.

I have seen many a kid not want to go to the parent or coach when it was time to leave, for they could tell how upset or unhappy they were.

Try and control your body language for it truly screams and yells more than you might realize.

2. The words you say truly mean

a great deal

Where body language says a great deal, words can make or break the relationship between a player and their parent. As a parent now, I see things a lot differently. You think that you are helping your child by giving them “advice” after a game; however, that is not how a child views it even if it is coming from the right place.

I have learned that children always try. Sometimes, I might think they could try harder, but in their mind, they truly believe they tried their hardest and did their best. How you

so important, for we cannot get so focused on the wins and losses that we lose focus on the component that will carry on in life and is truly controllable—effort.

3. When you say things matters approach this is so important. Simply putting yourself in their shoes briefly will help you realize and understand the mindset and, in turn, adjust what you might say or how you might say it. The words on effort become

Coaches and parents alike often have great insight after watching a game from the outside. And many times the ones that play have a different view on what was happening during the event. This information is surely beneficial; however, knowing when to share it is key. If an athlete just did not play well, trust me, they probably know it and don’t need to be told 10 seconds after coming off the playing field. Also, combining it with one and two above really provides a recipe for disaster.

I can recall situations when I was an athlete growing up where my parents wanted to help me so badly that sometimes they unknowingly tried to share this with me way too quickly after an event, win or lose.

I was lucky to have two incredibly knowledgeable and loving parents, and my results never affected my relationship with them. However, we did have one little stumbling point and that was at times when the feedback came way too quickly.

Right after an event, emotions are high one way or the other, and that tends to lead to a short fuse for all parties. We developed a little rule that I would challenge all readers to try: For 30 minutes after an event, we would talk about anything but the event. Now, if I brought it up, then we would talk about it. We found that 30 minutes was a good cooling-down period, win or lose.

The conversations we had after that 30 minutes seemed to sink in more and, I can honestly say, made a huge impact on my development as a person and athlete.

4. Be the parent and let the coach be the coach

I have shared this thought before with the readers, but I believe it is important to repeat it occasionally.

I am learning this firsthand as my children are starting to participate in sports. Man, do I admire my parents.

With both being successful athletes themselves, they never stepped on my coach’s toes in any sport I played. It is so easy to fall into the trap, for you really want the best for your child and really want to help. The key is if you want to have a long-lasting

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and meaningful relationship with your child, trust the coach to do what they are hired to do and enjoy the fact that you get to watch your child play a sport and improve. If you feel that something needs to be addressed, do not be afraid to talk with the coach. My advice is don’t

go around the coach. Doing so will confuse the child and lead to violations of the first three items I wrote about. Trust me, this is much easier said than done, but it is so important.

There are so many more things I could share on this topic, for I have

seen and experienced so much good and bad in sports. Don’t get me wrong, I have seen exceptions to what I have shared above. However, for every one exception I have seen at least 50 non-exceptions. Sports are such a great tool to teach life skills. Sure, the wins are great, but the losses

and bad performances cannot be magnified to a point that children hate playing or, more importantly, develop an unhealthy relationship with their parents. I hope that all of you are able to try the above tips and, in turn, all parties have an awesome spring and summer sports season!❦

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ccording to Wissam Bleibel, MD, for precancerous lesions to develop of Mercy Health – Great Lakes into cancer,” Dr. Bleibel explains.

Gastroenterologists, colon cancer “That slow rate of growth is a considaffects between 150 and 155 thousand erable advantage because it gives us people in the US each more time to catch and year and approximately remove precancerous 55 thousand of those lesions before they have individuals die from a chance to progress to the disease. cancer.”

That’s the solemn When precancerous news. The encouraglesions—or polyps— ing news is that colon first develop in the cancer develops very colon, the individual slowly, giving doctors typically experiences no symptoms, thus colon a relatively large window of opportunity to cancer is commonly detect the disease in its referred to as a “silent” earliest, most curable disease. However, as stage. “Colon cancer is the polyps increase in unique in that it takes size, symptoms such as Dr. Wissam Bleibel an average of ten years bloody stool, abdominal

pain, changes in bowel habits, and unexplained weight loss begin to arise. At this stage, treatment becomes more challenging and outcomes less favorable, which highlights the importance of undergoing timely screening for colon cancer—more accurately, as Dr. Bleibel points out, screening for small, benign lesions that can be easily removed, thereby preventing colon cancer from developing in the first place.

Doctors have multiple approved screening tools at their disposal, but the gold standard continues to be colonoscopy, a procedure involving the use of a thin, flexible, lighted tube, called a colonoscope, to examine the inner lining of the rectum and colon for precancerous lesions. “Today’s high-definition, high-resolution scopes

can even detect pin-point-sized lesions,” adds Dr. Bleibel.

When is initial screening appropriate? The answer to that depends on the individual’s level of risk. Dr. Bleibel notes that people of average risk for developing colon cancer should begin screening at age 50.

Those considered high risk—i.e., individuals with a family history of colon cancer—should begin screening ten years earlier than the age of onset for a first-degree family member (parent or sibling) with the disease.

For example, if a family member was diagnosed at age 50, screening should begin at age 40.

Unfortunately, owing to misinformation, people are often reluctant to undergo colonoscopy. “One misconception many people have is

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that they don’t need to be screened because they aren’t experiencing any symptoms. But, again, we’re not looking for cancer; we’re looking for benign lesions before they become cancer and cause symptoms,” Dr. Bleibel says. “These precancerous polyps aren’t unusual, either. Approximately 30 percent of people age 50 have colon polyps.”

Another common misconception is that colonoscopy is a major procedure that has significant risks associated with it. But the truth is altogether different. “Colonoscopy is a very simple procedure performed on an outpatient basis, and the anesthesia we use is excellent. The procedure itself takes no more than 20 to 30 minutes, and the patient is in the hospital for a couple hours total,” states Dr. Bleibel.

Patients who don’t have time for a colonoscopy have the option of being screened through stool testing, which has been shown to reduce mortality.

However, there are two noteworthy drawbacks to this procedure. One is that stool testing looks for advanced (mostly cancerous) lesions, which often must be treated with chemotherapy and radiation. On

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at various points in your landscape— might affect your garden design.

For example, one corner of the house might get substantially more afternoon sun or drying winds than an adjacent area just a few feet away (depending on the position of protective structures, overhanging trees, etc.).

Subtle differences in growing conditions like these often explain why, for example, one azalea specimen in a long row of azaleas struggles to thrive while the others seem to do just fine.

How did your garden strike you over this past winter? Were you looking at nothing but bare ground after the first hard frost? If so, you might consider incorporating some evergreens to provide year-round structure as well as plants with winter interest such as red-twig dogwoods and ornamental grasses with attractive seed heads.

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the other hand, precancerous polyps discovered during colonoscopy can be immediately removed with no further treatment necessary. The second issue with stool testing is that it can be oversensitive, potentially yielding false positives.

With respect to prevention, there are certain lifestyle choices people can make to help reduce their risk of developing colon cancer. Among them are limiting consumption of red meat and fatty foods, getting adequate dietary fiber, eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, limiting alcohol consumption, and avoiding obesity.

Still, colonoscopy remains our most powerful tool for preventing colon cancer. In fact, colonoscopy is one of the most effective screening programs in medicine. According to Dr. Bleibel, studies show that screening colonoscopy reduces the risk of colon cancer by up to 90 percent. “What’s more, multiple medical societies are working together to encourage timely screening with the goal of lowering the incidence of colon cancer in the US and reducing the number of annual deaths from 55 thousand to under 10 thousand,” he says. ❦

If you didn’t do so during the winter dormant season, you still have time to plan what to include in new planting beds or how to renovate existing ones. Consider your successes and failures from last year to help you decide which plants to incorporate and which to leave out this spring.

Take a careful look at all the planting beds in your landscape to determine how microclimates—i.e., differences in sun, wind, and temperature exposure

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Did you have a hard time providing adequate moisture to plants in the more sun-drenched corners of your garden last summer? Why not do a little xeriscaping, or planting with specimens that can thrive in arid conditions?

Coreopsis, barberries, sedums, salvias, and yuccas are just some of the drought-tolerant plants suited for the dry landscape in our area.

Were your plants overgrown and crowding one another out? You might plan to redefine your beds by thinning out the plantings. If weeds were overrunning your beds, you might consider installing landscape fabric over open areas of soil to prevent them from getting a foothold this year.

Work and amend the soil Soil amendments are best added in the fall so they have adequate time to do their job. However, it’s better to add them late than to attempt to plant in soil that is too heavy, sandy, or acidic. If your soil is lacking in or-

ganic matter, work in a good layer of compost and peat moss as soon as the ground is workable. Also, get your soil’s pH tested to determine whether it’s in the correct range for the plants you intend to incorporate. Many garden centers will test your soil for you free of charge. Soil that is too acidic can be sweetened with the addition of agricultural lime. If too alkaline, garden sulfur can be added to lower the pH.

Sow seeds outdoors and indoors If you hope to enjoy a healthy harvest of cold-weather crops, such as peas, radishes, lettuce, and spinach, sow the seeds directly in your garden as soon as the ground can be worked. Warm-weather annuals and vegetables that require 10 to 12 weeks before transplanting should be started from seed indoors

as soon as possible—assuming you don’t intend to buy them by the flat later, that is.

Prune fruit trees before new growth appears.

Prune judiciously

Depending on the temperature, it’s usually safe to pull back heavy mulch layers and to remove protective burlap, foam rose cones, and other forms of winter protection by the end of March.

This is especially recommended for foam rose cones, which can trap heat and cause roses to mold. Just keep an ear to the weather forecast and be prepared to replace the cones in the event of a late cold snap. ❦

Did you put off the chore of dormant pruning this winter? You can still catch up provided you don’t prune too excessively. Go ahead and cut back the dead top growth of your perennials and ornamental grasses. Trees and shrubs can be pruned judiciously to remove dead, diseased, weak, or crossing branches. However, avoid overall pruning of trees and shrubs that bloom on last year’s growth, such as azaleas, rhododendrons, forsythias, Hydrangea macrophylla, lilacs, and magnolias. To prune them aggressively now would eliminate many of the dormant buds and deprive you of spring blossoms. Wait until after blooming to prune spring-flowering plants. Hybrid tea, floribunda, and grandiflora roses can be pruned now, but ramblers and climbers should be left unpruned until after they bloom.

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schedules can make a good night’s sleep seem like a luxury we can’t afford. But giving your body the rest it needs every night is among the best ways to boost your mood. Seven to eight hours of sleep per night is the usual recommendation, but keep in mind that sleep requirements are highly individual. Some people may require more or less than others.

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matters. The way you schedule those hours is important, too. Try to go to bed at night and rise in the morning according to the same schedule every night (including weekends) so you aren’t constantly counteracting your body’s natural rhythm.

2. Schedule fun and recreation We Americans tend to view engaging in fun, recreational activities as a reward that has to be earned rather than a vital component of a balanced life. But when every day is all work and no play, it’s easy to lose your zest for life. Schedule at least one enjoyable diversion per day. It can be something as simple as reading a book, listening to music, playing a board game with the family, or going for a stroll. Don’t have the time for pleasurable, mood-enhancing pastimes? Start saying “no” to unnecessary obligations.

3. Start your day the sustainable way “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day” may be an old adage, but it still holds true. Skipping breakfast or limiting breakfast to a sugary

doughnut and glass of juice will give you a quick surge of energy followed by a crash that leaves you feeling empty and lethargic. Adding insult to injury, after the inevitable crash, you’ll be ravenously hungry and more inclined to binge eat or make other unhealthy food choices later in the day.

The key to starting your day with sustainable energy—and, hence, in a better mood—is to incorporate complex carbohydrates, protein, and a small amount of healthy fat in your breakfast. So, for example, a toasted whole-grain English muffin, one egg, and a slice of low-fat cheese (perhaps combined in a flavorful sandwich) would be a far better option than a doughnut and glass of orange juice.

4. Watch what you drink Like sugary foods, coffee and other caffeinated beverages can give you a quick lift in the morning or when your energy level is flagging, but it’s a short-lived lift that ultimately leaves you lagging. Plus, for some people, the effects of too much caffeine can be more serious, in some cases causing symptoms such as increased heart rate, anxiety, and, when consumed

too close to bedtime, insomnia.

If you suspect that caffeine is affecting your mood or health adversely, it’s a good idea to phase it out gradually. You may feel sluggish and/or experience headaches for a few days after quitting caffeine, but after a few weeks, your feelings of jitteriness or anxiety should decrease, your mood should eventually stabilize, and your sleep should start to improve.

If giving up that morning cup of java is simply asking too much, you can always switch to light or decaffeinated coffee (at least for that second or third cup of the day).

Alcohol is another beverage that can initially cause positive feelings but tends to leave negative emotions, such as depression or anxiety, in its wake. Like coffee, alcohol can also interfere with sleep—often inducing relaxation and sleepiness initially but then disrupting sleep after its effects wear off.

So what’s the best beverage for boosting your mood? Plain old H20! Drinking plenty of water each day will keep you properly hydrated so that your body and mind can

function at peak efficiency.

5. Get out and exercise!

They don’t call exercise “mental floss” for nothing! Regular exercise can have a significant effect on the way we feel for several reasons. For one, physical exertion leads to the release of endorphins—our natural “feel good hormones.” For another, if you are able to get outdoors to exercise, the exposure to sunlight also has a mood-lifting effect. Why? Natural sunlight cause the body’s level of melatonin, the “sleep hormone,” to decrease while increasing the level of serotonin, a hormone associated with wakefulness and elevated mood. Furthermore, outdoor exercise provides a much-needed change of scenery and gives the participant an opportunity to focus on something other than work and family responsibilities. ❦ Editor’s note: persistent fatigue, depression, anxiety, and other negative mood states can be symptoms of physical illness or psychological disorders. See your doctor if these symptoms do not improve with lifestyle changes.

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Hemingway's grave is covered with tributes in coin and an Old Fashioned glass containing a brown liquid.

brown liquid. Photos in the lodge show Hemingway with Gary Cooper and Ingrid Bergman, who starred in the film adaptation of his novel, as well as lesser notables such as Harry Truman. If none of these names mean anything to you, you might recognize more recent guests such as Tom Selleck, Bruce Willis, Jamie Lee Curtis, or Warren Buffett. (Celebrity photos are displayed along hallways like signed hot dog buns at Tony Packo’s.) Sun Valley’s resort lodge, though still quite elegant in a highly refined, rustic sort of way, was probably in its prime “back in the day.” Which means you are not likely to bump into Justin Bieber or even a really, really old former celebrity like Madonna.

Mostly we visit the town for supplies while we are camping in the nearby Sawtooth National Forest.

Cheri at the ranger station said we could boondock a few miles up the North Fork of the Big Wood River.

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The appeal of boondocking is seclusion, the soothing sound of rushing mountain streams and the probability of wildlife visitations.

From the Big Wood we headed north on Rt. 75, over the Galena Pass to the headwaters of the Salmon, called the River of No Return because, if you float down there, you ain’t never coming back. Then we continued to the lovely little towns of Stanley and Upper Stanley, at the foot of the Sawtooth Mountains. Technically, they might be called resort communities, but they are devoted to active lifestyles—hiking, biking, mountain Striking it rich panning for gold in Custer, ID. climbing, white-water kayaking, fishing—that have next to nothday trip up the Yankee Fork to the ing in common with fashion-centric gold-mining ghost town of Custer. resorts like Sun Valley.

Park staff included Tom from New We camped within a few feet of the Hampshire and Clarissa (“call me Salmon at Mormon Bend where we Liss”) from Dublin, OH who showed stayed in 2008. The sound of the river us how to pan for gold. I am now the and the crisp mountain air made for proud owner of a speck of gold that some marvelous sleeping. Ospreys you would probably not notice if it nested across the river in the same got in your eye. Still, it is real gold. nest they used back then. I fished A nice girl from Dublin wouldn’t lie for trout right under the nest until it to a fellow, would she? occurred to me that the ospreys had “No,” says Shirley, “but I still think undoubtedly eaten all of them long it should be called fool’s gold.” since. A little farther upstream there It must be admitted that some fool were some nice rainbows that had worked out the route for the continescaped osprey attention. Frankly, uation of our trip. From Stanley we though, I had much greater expecta- headed southwest on Rt. 21, pausing tions than a half dozen 10-inch trout. to camp and/or boondock along the From Mormon Bend we took a way to Boise. The drive was glorious if, perhaps, a little slow because of the steep terrain. We doubled back northeast up the Middle Fork of the Boise River where we paused on a gravel Forest Service road to watch an otter fishing in the river. (He was better at it than I was.) Then we doubled back yet again to Boise (the city) and headed due north on Rt. 55 along the North Fork of the Payette. The Payette is mostly uninterrupted white water that roars along like a runaway steam locomotive. A troop of Boy Scouts camped across from us were there to accept the white-water challenge. One of their leaders told us they had been coming there for several years. Idaho Boy Scouts are not wimps.

You can camp for free almost anywhere in a National In defense of my route Forest.

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selection, the mountainous terrain that characterizes most of Idaho does not lend itself to east-west road construction. It is easy to lay out an orderly geometric grid of roads in Northwest Ohio, but in Idaho the scenery keeps getting in the way of straight lines. Roads there tend to follow the canyons carved by rivers like the Salmon and Snake and climb through steep switchbacks through numerous mountain passes.

If you are in no particular hurry, the drive itself is worthwhile. If you are in a particular hurry, you have no business being in Idaho in the first place. Most of the roads we took are marked on the map with little dots that indicate a scenic route. Those little dots do not lie.

By the time you arrive in Idaho from the east, you will have already driven through several thousand miles of corn in Nebraska. (At the Iowa-Nebraska state line is a sign that says, “You are Now Entering Nebraska. Sorry About That.”) Then there are a few hundred miles of Wyoming wheat and cattle punctuated by occasional mountain ranges.

In southeastern Idaho, the culinary theme continues with vast expanses of canola, sorghum, and potatoes.

Fortunately, once you pass the potatoes, the rest of Idaho is just a walk in the park. ❦

LeMoyne Mercer is the travel editor for Healthy Living News and the regular contributor of A Walk in the Park.

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