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Contents Features 14 Drop Defenses To Let Love In 18 What Kind Of Legacy Will You Leave?

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Drop Defenses

May-June 2009

To Let Love In

By Jan Denise

want to get close to somebody, but I can’t seem to develop the kind of meaningful relationship I want. Truth is, I’m not very good at relationships in general.

Unfortunately, when we most need to connect, we’re apt to feel vulnerable and withdraw or put up a wall that goes where we go. While trying to protect our hearts from pain, we protect them -- perhaps, more so -- from love. How do we open our hearts to the love we want, without taking a bullet in the process? The best answer is to know -- and love -- yourself so well that you don’t personalize rejection; but that can be the work of a lifetime. For the moment, you can accept that intimacy is worth the risk and make a conscious effort to lower your defenses. The problem is that you might have no idea what your emotional defense mechanisms look like, let alone how to drop them. You could be using a shield today that you unconsciously developed 30 years ago.

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So — especially if you don’t know you’re protecting your heart — take a look at the following list of emotional defense mechanisms lovingly presented by Marilyn Kagan, LCSW, and Neil Einbund, Ph.D., in “Defenders of the Heart.” Denial: The tactic of overlooking the obvious to reduce anxiety.

as a way of steering clear of your uncomfortable, distressing internal angst. Altruism: Giving of yourself — whether time, money or energy — in a way that both gratifies and wards off your own desires and needs. Passive-aggression: Unassertively and indirectly expressing feelings of resentment, hostility or hurt toward others.

Projection: Attributing your own unacceptable, shocking or embarrassing thoughts, feelings and impulses to someone Know, and else in order to relieve your anxiety about them.

The list is easy to identify with, right? In fact, your love defense mechanisms might be so ingrained that you yourself so well think of them as an innocuous part of your personality. Rationalization: Dealthat you don’t Don’t just brush them off, ing with disappointment, though. While they offer fury or hurt feelings over personalize you some temporary solace, an unbearable situation they also keep you from the by covering them up with rejection; meaningful connections convoluted, self-serving you want in your life. and often seemingly logical You can accept And as a practical matter, excuses. they can make you seem that intimacy is guarded, condescending Intellectualization: Using words, definitions and/or or insecure as you interact worth the risk theoretical ideas to explain with other people. What away emotions associated seems natural to you just and make a with painful, uncomfortable might seem, well, glaring to events or thoughts. conscious effort others — the way somebody else’s defense mechanisms Humor: Using laughter sometimes seem to you. to lower your or joking, especially sarcasm We’re all in the same busiand irony, to get out of a ness of trying to survive. defenses. jam or to soften feelings of You probably find it easier anguish or discomfort in a to drop your defenses when given situation. you’re talking to somebody Displacement: Diverting alarming, who is down and out or fatter or poorer or humiliating or unpleasant feelings and im- sadder than you are. But those people who pulses from one situation, object or person seem to have every reason to be secure and to someone or something seemingly less happy learned to protect their hearts, just threatening. as you did. As you grow your awareness of your Sublimation: Channeling thoughts or own “defenders of the heart,” you’ll also feelings that are intolerable to you and/or to society at large into behaviors that are lower them, even if it’s only bit by bit. As you expose your heart, you’ll see that it’s a unobjectionable. good heart. And, as you get to know yourProcrastination: Delaying tasks or ac- self, you’ll be getting to know others. Then the closeness you want is yours! ∆ tions that need to be started or completed May-June 2009

What Kind Legacy Will Leave? By Carrie Schwab Pomerantz

My Last Will and Testament

f I had a personal finance mantra, it would be something like “Plan for the future.” I’m constantly urging people to save for the proverbial rainy day, to invest for long-term goals like college for their children and retirement for themselves. But now I want to talk to you about an understandably much less popular (but equally important) topic - estate planning. Certainly none of us wants to think about our own demise, but in order to truly take care of your loved ones it’s essential that you make sure your assets are dispersed in a way that minimizes hassles, maximizes their utility, and embodies your own personal and financial values. Here’s how to get started. May-June 2009

Plan first Start by figuring out what you need to do and what you want to do with your assets after your death. For many people, these choices will be simple: You’ll want to provide for your spouse and your children. Things can get more complicated for more complex family situations, such as people with families from previous marriages. Of course, you’ll probably have material goods you want to pass on from things with real economic value (a second home or an antique car) to things with purely sentimental value. Supplement these particulars with a list of more general objectives as well. Your legacy, after all, is not just the tangible stuff

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you leave behind but also the values and ideals you leave behind. What, for example, would you hope your children might learn from your will? I know of a man who made a sizeable donation to his alma mater in his will -- a powerful testament to his fervent belief in the importance of education. Then discuss Of course, it’s one thing to make a bequest in your will or a trust. It’s quite another to turn that bequest into an object lesson for your loved ones. The man I’m talking about made it crystal clear, in conversations with his children long before he died, how much he valued education and how much he hoped they’d do the same. I

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suspect that was a lesson they took to heart, and probably replicated in their own way when they had the means to do so. Once you’ve outlined the basics of your plan, it’s worth discussing them with the key people your decisions will impact before you go through the legal process of formalizing those plans. Obviously, you’ll need to use discretion and judgment; talking about your wishes with your wife and adult children is important, but you’d probably not bring it up with young kids. Be prepared for some resistance, particularly from your kids; they really don’t want to contemplate a world without their parents, and who can blame them? (Of course, they might also be resistant if your wishes don’t coincide with their expectations!) Just stress that you want them to know and understand your desires and the rationales behind them. It can’t lessen the pain of your death, but it can help avoid resentment or disappointment. Most small estates are not likely to breed resentments or disappointments. It’s hard for anyone to complain, for example, if you divide your estate equally among your children. But it is possible that you want to treat different heirs in different ways. Some people, for example, have given responsible children lump sums and more profligate children income-generating trusts. Explaining your reasoning to them before your death should mitigate any problems. Then Make It Legal Once you’ve decided what you want to do with your assets, and you’ve discussed your plans with the people who matter, it’s time to make things legal. Everyone needs a basic will; otherwise your assets will be distributed according to your state’s “intestate” laws – which may or may not mirror your wishes. Another big issue is probate – something you want to avoid if at all possible. At the most basic level you can accomplish this by making sure that your beneficiaries are May-June 2009

correctly identified for financial accounts and insurance policies. You’ll also want to ensure real property is titled properly so that it will pass to your intended beneficiary automatically (outside probate). The key here? A will is essential - but it will not avoid probate. In addition, if you have significant assets (potentially triggering estate tax), you should talk to an estate-planning attorney about trusts. It takes a fair amount of money to trigger estate taxes ($3.5 million in 2009, but those numbers change in the future). A large retirement account and a high-priced home could easily put you into the estate tax category. An estate planner can help you figure out ways to reduce the size of your taxable estate, find the right structure for major assets, and establish trusts for your surviving spouse and other heirs. And Don’t Forget And while you’re thinking about the unthinkable, there are a couple of other documents to prepare. You should establish a “power of attorney” to give someone you love and trust the ability to handle your affairs if you’re incapacitated to ensure you can pay the bills and make financial decisions when you can’t. You should also establish an “advance health care directive” in which you can (1) express your wishes concerning life-sustaining procedures, and (2) designate a trusted relative or friend to make decisions on your behalf should you become unable to speak for yourself. I’ve never met anyone who relished the chance to plan for his or her demise. But I’m absolutely convinced that it’s right thing to do for everyone with assets or dependents or both – which means almost everyone. Start now by making your list of goals for your financial legacy. Talk it over with the people your decisions will impact. Then get it formalized and legalized. You should revisit it from time to time, especially if your family situation changes, but you should also be comforted by the fact that your legacy will be just that: your legacy. ∆

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Yours, Mine And Ours: Investing Together – Or Not

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brokerage account, separate brokerage accounts or separate accounts plus a shared account is the best for both of you. On a personal level, I believe that a certain degree of independence can be good for a relationship. That said, I also recognize that every couple is different. For instance, my husband and I have a joint brokerage account, but we also keep sepaBe honest about financial rate accounts. (One of mine is a small inindependence heritance from my grandmother that’s very Whether you’re a new couple or “old important and personal to me.) But while marrieds,” the issue of financial indepen- we invest some of our money separately, we do enjoy talking about our dence needs to be front and goals and our individual incenter. Joining forces doesn’t vestment choices, and we help necessarily mean joining each other make decisions. On your finances – at least not Once you the other hand, a colleague of completely. And each of you mine and his wife have joint may have a different view of commingle accounts for everything and what financial independence your assets in consult each other on every means. If you’ve been togethexpenditure and every invester for some time, your ideas an account, ing decision, and that works about independence may well for them. have changed. So make sure it’s extremely you’re on the same page. Discuss your Begin by taking a look at individual feelings your daily financial respon- difficult, if not about risk sibilities. Make sure you’re Apart from independence, comfortable with who’s pay- impossible, to style is an important ing for what bills, whether or separate them investing factor in how you handle your not to maintain separate bank assets. The potential for highaccounts and how you’re out. er returns generally comes dealing with your individual with higher risk, but you expenses. If you have some have to think carefully about differences here, settle them how much volatility you can first. Because how you deal with the everyday can be the basis for how handle. So it’s essential to discuss your individual risk tolerance. If you can come you save and invest. For instance, if you have a joint account to terms with an approach that works for for communal expenses, but keep separate both of you, investing together – whether accounts for your personal needs, then all or just a portion of your assets – can be you’ve already established a bit of inde- a great way to plan for the future. If you completely disagree on how much pendence that you can carry over into investing. On the other hand, if you currently risk to take, you might be better off with pool all your money, do you want to take separate investment portfolios. But you the same approach with your portfolios? don’t need to completely agree either. Even That’s a crucial question to answer. Once if one of you is more comfortable with you agree on how much autonomy - or risk while the other is more conservative, togetherness – you want in your investing, this difference can actually work in your you can decide whether having a shared favor by providing a balance and the 33

at first. But I believe that talking openly and honestly about your mutual and individual goals and your personal feelings about money can actually strengthen your relationship. Where should you start? Here are a few sometimes sticky – but essential – areas to cover.

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Back To Basic Black Sharon Mosley

hen it’s time to keep things simple, start seeing in black and white again. Some items like classic black and white never seem to go out of style.

Fashion designers don’t get tired of new combinations -- this spring and summer find many new ways to see your wardrobe in black and white. You can update the perennial favorite black and white mix by just adding one new piece or tweaking what you already own. Add gray for a little edge, or you can always pop that black suit with a bright orange blouse.

Here are five ways to give your wardrobe a great foundation: The black and white dress.

Thanks to Michelle Obama, the little black dress is still alive and well. And this spring, designers make it even more versatile in everything from a sporty graphicstriped shift at Michael Kors to an artistic floral wrap from Diane Von Furstenberg to the two-tone black and white cocktail dress at BCBG Max Azria.

Wider pants.

In white or black, pants are the perfect place to start giving your spring and summer clothes a new look. The fuller silhouettes are always best when topped off by a body-conscious top or jacket. Look for 7 for All Mankind’s white stretch trouser jeans, Ralph Lauren’s white sailor pants or St. John’s black silk chiffon evening pants.

The soft jacket.

A black or white jacket may be one of the most pivotal pieces in any wardrobe. There are lots of choices from casual denim jackets like Gwen Stefani’s version at L.A.M.B. Nanette Lepore, which updates the boyfriend jacket in her spring collection in white. Or William Rast has a white tuxedo jacket trimmed in black for dressier occasions.

The printed skirt.

It refreshes your solid jackets and skirts. The printed black and white skirt adds a fresh touch to wear-to-work black jackets or a chic updated look to a white silk blouse. White House/Black Market offers some of the best options for the printed skirt in tweed pencil skirts or medallionprinted skirts.

The accessories.

Of course, this is perhaps the easiest way to inject newness into your basic black and white wardrobe. Even if you suit up for the day in a black pencil skirt and white blouse, add a new black and white check print satchel - like the one from Burberry or a patent leather black and white clutch from Michael Kors - and you’ll be set for day or night. For a more casual approach to spring and summer, choose black and white flip-flops a la Tory Burch. Now that’s getting back to basics. ∆ Black and white is featured in large brush-stroke floral prints by Three Dots.

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for Spring Neon, patent leather mules by Giuseppe Zanotti.

an’t wait to get out of those heavy shoes and into some light and airy sandals?

Well, we’re all for slipping into something a little more comfortable. And when it comes to footwear for warmer weather, this season’s trends have their highs and lows, according to shoe expert and author Meghan Cleary, “Heels are very high, anywhere from 5 inches to 8 inches,” she says. “There is no better way to an-

nounce yourself walking into a room than in 5-inch platforms.” In her book, “The Perfect Fit: What Your Shoes Say About You,” Cleary writes that stilettos “establish you as an alpha female even before you begin to speak.” She also feels that wearers of high heels can work their shoes into “most any look with ease, well aware of its leg-lengthening, streamlining advantage.” She urges women who love wearing stilettos to try tailored jeans and T-shirts on weekends or A-line slim-fitting skirts and matching jackets for work. For cocktails, high heel girls look great in a “vampy” ‘40s era, black straight-skirted dress. But flats are also “hot,” emphasizes Cleary. “When you can’t take high heels anymore, just pull out a pair of very flat flats from your bag and switch out your shoes.” Ballet flats anyone? How about doing fashion shoe battle with a little gladiator style? And while platforms are a major shoe Calf, open toe ankle booty by Giuseppe Zanotti.

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High and low footwear is trendy for this spring and summer. Be in style with bright colors, sculpted heels or embellishments like stones. trend, the details are what really make footwear stand out this year, according to Cleary. “Ornamentation is the key,” she says, citing embellishments such as semiprecious stones to hard-edged chains to oversized suede bows. But the heels are just as stylish: “Sculpted heels, contrast heels and heels with exceptional details” are kicking it up in the shoe aisle and city streets as well. And if you really want to get a little bold with your footwear this spring and summer, step out in bright colors from neons to candy pastels. But the bottom line is looking good and feeling good whether you’re wearing a pair of killer heels or flip-flops.

Cleary has a few tips for making your shoes comfortable. “Use preventative care and tailor the inside of your shoe just for you,” she says. “There are many, many comfort products in the market now, so pad your stiletto up before you ever wear it outside, paying special attention to the ball of the foot and heel.” In other words, you may want to make an appointment with Dr. Scholl’s. ∆

Golden printed python flat thong sandal with Swarovski jewel by Giuseppe Zanotti.

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Sunglasses Trends

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But while the fashion factor may play into what sunglasses you wear, it’s also important to choose quality eyewear that will protect your eyes. That means shades that filter out 99 to 100 percent of UVA and UVB rays, according to Susan Martonik of The Vision Council, a nonprofit trade association representing eyewear manufacturers. “You should also consider wearing fuller wraparound frames as another way to protect your eyes from sun damage,” Martonik adds. And what’s the hottest trend in eyewear May-June 2009

now? “Round shapes are huge,” says Martonik. “They are everywhere.” Martonik also predicts that bright colors in frames and lenses will be big trends for the coming season. “Eyewear is really making a bold statement now,” she says. Take a peek! Here are the new eyewear trends for spring and summer 2009 from The Vision Council:

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Bring out your inner wild child with eyewear that has a hard edge – match with those modern minis, skinny pants and zippered jackets. Retro and future influences combine to shape up in square lenses, contrasting hues, oversized styles and dramatic shapes. Check out the graphic patterned shades in black and white, electric colors and intricate metal details.

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If you’re not a rocker chick, but prefer more ladylike frills and feathers, then you’ll love the round or oversized shades in classic neutral frames like tortoise, white or Lucite with colored lenses. To add a girlish twist, choose pink accents or frames with fun and flirty details, such as lace and bows. ∆ 32

YOURS, MINE AND OURS — From Pg.24 necessary diversification of investments that goes with it. The important thing is to talk it through. Review your couple goals. Before you were a couple, you probably each had individual goals. Have these changed since you’ve been together? Do your joint goals take precedence over your individual goals? If you have three distinct sets of goals – yours, mine and ours – there’s nothing that says you can’t work on all three simultaneously. Having a separate brokerage account for each of you plus a joint account can be a good way to target your investing toward specific goals without one or the other of you feeling short-changed. You could each manage your own accounts and share the decision-making in your joint account. Either way, by working together you’re more likely to achieve your goals. Whether you’re investing everything together or choosing to maintain separate investing accounts, it’s a good idea to view your financial picture as a whole. If you’re just starting out together and you decide to put your individual assets in a single brokerage account, you’ll probably need to rebalance your joint portfolio. Combining your investments creates a new big picture, one that might be overweighted in some areas and underweighted in others. For example, different mutual funds can invest in the same companies or sectors. This might lessen the diversification in your joint port- 46

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inding the right bathing suit is much like finding season’s hottest trends. You just need to know

That begins with analyzing your figure and understanding its shape, then matching it up with the styles that enhance its assets and disguise those areas you’d prefer to keep hidden.

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There are many brands of swimwear that not only fit each specific body type,

but also slim. Here are three to check out:

Lands’ End:

Offers swimsuits for women that target specific areas of the body. They also have suits for plus-size women (sizes 16W to 26W), tall and petite women, pregnant women and women who have had a mastectomy. Lands’ End swimsuits can

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the perfect outfit. You don’t really need to know this what looks best on your particular body type. be purchased on the Lands’ End Web site. www.landsend.com.

Jantzen:

One primary design feature of Jantzen swimsuits is the construction of the bust area. Most of the suits include cups and underwire, and many have hardware attached to the upper portion of the suit.

Body Type.

“Any suit that has hardware at the top automatically slims,” said Lisa Dixon, a senior designer at Jantzen. Hardware at the top of the body, she said, draws attention upward and takes the eye away from the common problem areas such as the stomach, hips, buttocks and thighs. Some Jantzen swimwear such as the Vamp suit - includes ruching in

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the center, which hides lumps and bumps and accentuates the waist in a positive manner, Dixon said. The brand’s Web site features a fit guide and size chart. Sizes range from 4 to 16. Jantzen swimsuits can be purchased at some Macy’s stores. www.jantzen.com.

The Miraclesuit:

Extra Lycra and the design of The Miraclesuit pulls and contours the torso. “In essence, the Lycra absorbs the trouble spots,” said Sandra Davidoff, a spokeswoman for The Miraclesuit. Davidoff said many women ask her if they’re going to feel like a sausage crammed into an extra-small casing when wearing the suit. Her answer is no. “It just tightens in the right spots,” she said. Along with using extra Lycra, Miraclesuit also specializes in draping and bias cuts - both of which accentuate the best features and cover the trouble spots. Sizes range from 8 to 20. The Miraclesuit can be purchased at Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Nordstrom. www.miraclesuit.com.

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

• Just as clothing sizes can be misleading, the same rings true for swimsuits. Just because you usually wear a size 8 shirt does not mean you’re going to wear a size 8 in a swimsuit top. Choose a size that you think will look best, try it on and observe the fit. Fit, not size, matters most. • Swimsuits tend to enlarge when wet. Make sure that the suit you’re purchasing is not too large. You don’t want to find it at the bottom of the pool! • Unless you’re planning on spending a weekend swimming in the grotto at the Playboy Mansion, make sure you’re bathing suit is covering enough. Sexiness doesn’t necessarily equate to baring the goods. In fact, sometimes the sexiest swimsuits are ones that cover quite a bit. • Before you purchase a swimsuit, ask the store about its return policy. If “all May-June 2009

sales are final,” don’t buy the bathing suit. Dressing room lighting and natural lighting are two different beasts. The dim lighting in your neighborhood bathing suit shop may have made you want to become a swimwear model. The natural lighting in your master bathroom, on the other hand, may make you want to buy a dozen sarongs. If you don’t love your suit after you’ve left the store, you’ll want to make sure you’re able to return it. • Plus size: Plus size women might want to look for minimizing swimsuits such as those with shirring and those darker in color. Fitted bathing suits with a high percentage of Lycra will conceal. Also, a high-cut leg will slim the lower half.

BODY TYPES • Triangle:

A woman with a triangle or pear shape has a body that is proportioned smaller on the top half and larger toward the hips, buttocks and thighs. Triangles strive to shift attention away from the lower half and toward the upper body. A solid-colored bottom and a low-cut, wide-necked top will create balance. Tankinis are a good option.

Inverted triangle:

Just as the name implies, this body type is the triangle flipped upside down - the shoulders are wider than the waist and hips. A top with extra support (perhaps underwire and wide straps) and low-rise or boy-cut bottoms will balance things out.

Rectangle:

Women who have a rectangular or “ruler-shaped” figure have narrow shoulders and small busts, waists and hips. To add a little cleavage and subtle curves up top, a bikini top with triangle-shaped cups or a patterned V-neck one-piece will do the trick. Patterns such as stripes and florals will create the illusion of curves. A belt or extra fabric that creates the illusion 83

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have greater chances of developing poor don’t just mimic their parents’ healthy eateating habits that can negatively impact ing behaviors -- they’re also influenced by their current and future health. After fol- their poor nutritional choices. lowing 8,000 children from kindergarten to Scientists at the UCLA Center for third grade, researchers at the University Health Policy Research recently reported of Missouri-Columbia concluded that kids that teens of soda-drinking parents are who ate fewer meals with their families 40 percent more likely to become regular had a significantly higher risk of becoming soda-drinkers, compared to teens whose overweight or obese. moms and dads avoid soft drinks. Rounding up the kids and shepherding If you want to maximize the benefits them to the table for regular family meals of family meals, turning off the television isn’t as easy as it used to be. Parents may is a great strategy. According to a survey need to schedule family meals a week or conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundatwo in advance, taking advantage of eve- tion, an estimated 63 percent of American nings that aren’t earmarked for households keep the television work, school activities, lessons turned on during mealtimes, a or sporting events. habit that can have a tremenTV dining If evenings are especially dously negative impact on the busy for kids and adults, eating of the entire family. also leads health breakfast together a few times Studies show that young a week might be an acceptable to greater children who eat while watchalternative. On weekends, ing television consume fewer getting together for a family consumption vegetables and whole grains brunch or lunch may work even than children who dine with better. the television off. TV dining of fried Family meals don’t have to also leads to greater consumpfoods, pre- tion of fried foods, pre-packbe elaborate to be beneficial. Most foods prepared at home aged snacks and soft drinks. packaged are far more nutritious than The more time kids and the typical fast-food meal conadults spend watching televisnacks and sion, the greater their risk for sisting of burgers and fries or pizza. becoming overweight or obese. soft drinks. It’s easy to overeat when you’re For moms and dads who don’t have the time or energy to dining in front of a TV set, prepare home-cooked meals, a primarily because you tend to quick trip to the grocery can help. If you’ve pay more attention to what’s on the tube got time to pick up a roasted chicken from than what’s in your stomach. the deli department and a few ready-to-eat While you’re tuned in to your favorite fruits and vegetables from the supermar- program, you can easily tune out your ket salad bar, you’ll have all the makings internal signals of hunger and satiety, for a nutritious sit-down meal at home. and you may end up eating far more than Although the foods that your kids eat you wanted or needed. TV dining also are important, having a parent present at interferes with effective communication meals is critical. Even when parents don’t between kids and parents, which is one of set out to make mealtime an educational the greatest benefits of family meals. affair, kids learn a lot about nutrition just Scheduling regular, TV-free family by watching their moms and dads eat. meals is harder than it once was, but it’s Research suggests that children and more important than ever. Making time to adolescents are more likely to eat at least gather together at mealtime can dramatifive servings of fruits and vegetables each cally improve the health and happiness of day if their parents do. Unfortunately, kids the entire family. ∆ May-June 2009

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Digital Garden Photo

ou’ve thrown away thousands of color slides because the light wasn’t right, the image was crooked or too far away. You spent lots of money on expensive film and processing, but got only a few good photos. Those days are gone, and the digital camera has revolutionized the way we take pictures. Now anyone with little to no experience in photography can produce worldclass pictures. And with spring on the way, there’s no better time to leap into this inexpensive and satisfying endeavor. Digital photography is a great hobby for hard times. Shooting plants and flowers makes your walk in the park or a visit to the wilderness quite similar to shopping. You are on the lookout for exquisite beauty often hidden in

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the trees and weeds, or perhaps it’s that perfect flower in the city rose garden. These locations cost nothing to visit, and you get to take beautiful pictures. With the help of your computer, these can be made into scrapbook pages, greeting cards, wall a r t , i ro n - o n images, decoupage and web-sites. And if you’re a gardener, the images you take of your own plants and flowers record this year’s success in living color. You don’t need a fancy camera to take fabulous photos. Digital cameras for under $100 can produce magazine-quality images. The key to successful photography is more dependent on sunlight, which influences how your camera sees the image. Above all, you must become aware of shadows. In blazing clear sunshine, the shadows within your picture will become solid black. This creates a very highcontrast photo, which may cause the sunlit sections to become too bright or even to lose their color in the glare. The reason photography of English

gardens is so wonderful is because that country experiences cloud cover a good deal of the time. The high overcast diffuses the direct sunlight. This illuminates everything evenly and the shadows become light gray or nonexistent. Under soft diffused lighting that is still bright, the colors become super-saturated. That means there is no glare to blow out the color; therefore, it is seen by the camera at its greatest intensity. Under high overcast, you may find that nearly every photo you take is a keeper. You will enjoy endless shades of green, the blues will make you want to touch them and the hot colors such as red and yellow practically jump out of the picture. Color will even exist in the shadows, adding more to the overall picture. Take a wide range of shots. A wide shot gives you a large view of a garden scene. Medium-range shots allow you to crop out unattractive things and focus on the best plants or flowers. The way you frame a medium shot can enhance a composition without having to crop later on the computer. Close-up shots are tricky because they require a good deal of light. The most forgiving thing about digital garden photography is the ability to alter a photo on your computer. With a photo-editing program, you can correct and enhance your work in a dozen different ways. But the best part of all is that you don’t print a digital photo unless you want to. And that means it literally doesn’t cost a cent. ∆

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Aetrex Introduces New Spring Shoes Aetrex, the shoe company that specializes in high tech footwear, has introduced the Essence Essential Spirit Collection. These casual style shoes incorporate an anatomically shaped footbed designed to match the human foot and adjust to each person’s gait. Aetrex has also launched a line of sandals, Sandalistas, with similar construction. Visit www.aetrex.com.

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YOURS, MINE and OURS - From Pg. 33 folio and compromise your protection if a particular company or sector drops. Similarly, if you both work for the same company and both hold a lot of that company’s stock, you may want to consider selling a portion of that and diversifying into something else. If you invest separately, it’s still wise to periodically view your overall asset allocation – all your accounts together, including your retirement accounts. Ideally, you want your investments to work together, while avoiding extremes like having one overly aggressive account and one totally conservative account. As you look at your big investment picture, make sure that 1) your individual accounts reflect your personal investing styles and make good sense as stand alone accounts, and 2) that they work together to meet both your individual and shared goals. Reviewing your accounts will also help you make decisions as the markets or your goals change. Realize that commingling your assets is “forever” This is an important concept, especially when it comes to an inheritance, because

once you commingle your assets in an account, it’s extremely difficult (if not impossible) to separate them out. For example, I know a woman who inherited some money from her father. Without thinking too much about it, she put it in a joint account with her husband. Now she wishes that she had kept it separate, not because she’s even remotely considering divorce or because she doesn’t want to share it with her husband, but because she feels a personal tie to her father’s legacy. With the money in a joint account, she doesn’t have quite the same autonomy. Talk and share your plans for the future

There’s no right or wrong way to marry your finances. But like anything else in a relationship, it requires some give and take, some trust and tolerance. Review what’s most important to each of you and refine your goals and your shared financial plan. If you talk honestly about your feelings – towards money, investing and your dreams for the future – it will be easier to come up with the best way to make those dreams a reality. ∆

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hen most of us have to watch our budget, a major home-decorating project may not be in the cards. Thankfully, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to drain your bank account to give your homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interior a fresh, new feel. Here are some tips for a quick face-lift.

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REPAINT A brand-new color gives a space a completely different feel. Why not try the same in your home this winter? Pick a color from your upholstered furnishings, area rug or artwork and try it on the walls. A new paint color, or even a fresh coat of your old color, is one of the least

expensive and most effective ways to give a room a face-lift. LAYER RUGS A few months ago, as I searched for the perfect area rug for my living room, I knew I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford a high-quality wool rug that was large enough to cover

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the whole space. So I came up with a great compromise. I purchased a huge customsized sisal rug instead, then spiced it up by layering a few beautiful wool area rugs on top. Try the same thing in your home. Find a sisal big enough to go under all your furnishings. Then place a smaller rug in the center of the furniture grouping, turning it on the diagonal. By placing the rug on the diagonal instead of squared with your furniture, you create the illusion that the rug is larger than it really is, which means you can get away with buying a smaller one that costs less. SWITCH LAMPSHADES When was the last time you took a good, hard look at your lampshades? Chances are, they may be faded, dusty and dated. If so, consider trading them out for stylish new shades. You’ll be shocked by how much this little switch will update the look of your home. Try a brand-new hip shape like a tall cylinder or a rectangular box, or inject some pizzazz with a shade that lends a pop of color. Even the most ho-hum of lighting fixtures can become a show-stealer when given a snappy new lampshade.

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ATTACK YOUR ART Some of my friends love to rearrange furnishings to give their rooms a new look. But I prefer to rearrange my artwork, moving pieces throughout the house, trying different groupings and new arrangements. This little ritual helps me see my art with new eyes, keeps my rooms fresh and gives pieces that were in obscure places a chance to shine. REWORK BOOKCASES Giving your bookcase a new look can do a lot to freshen your room, and it doesn’t cost a penny. Take everything out of the bookcase so you can start with a blank slate. Then slowly build a new, edited display with a few favorite pieces gathered from other areas of your home. On each shelf, combine accents that give you a good mix of heights and textures. Group formal and informal objects. Use risers, like books, cake plates or plant stands, to elevate a few key pieces. Create beautiful backdrops with artwork, trays or platters propped on easels. Be sure to include a few unique pieces, like a family snapshot or a piece from one of your collections, to tell guests who you are and what you love. ∆

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ood gardening is the hottest trend in home recent survey by the National Gardening will start a food garden this year, up Obviously, the economy has a lot of us looking for ways to reduce our grocery bills, and growing your own can save big money compared with store prices. In addition, we want to know that the food

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require as much effort as one might think to keep it growing strong. Following a few simple steps will ensure you’re enjoying the fruits of your labor in no time.

Here’s what you need to know: Location is key: Most vegetable plants do best in full sun. Find a location that gets at least six hours of it each day. To provide the most sun exposure to all your plants, place the tallest ones, such as corn, indeterminate tomatoes or pole beans on the north or west side of the garden so they do not shade the smaller plants. It’s all about the soil: The best soil suitable for vegetables includes lots of organic matter, such as composted leaves and ground or shredded aged bark. Whatever you’re starting with, incorporate enough organic material so that the amended soil is neither sandy nor compacted. When the mix is right, it will bind together when you squeeze it but break apart easily when disturbed. Water wisely: One inch of water per week, including any natural rainfall, is adequate. Use soaker hoses and drip lines. These deliver water slowly and on target, allowing time for the soil to saturate and for the roots to absorb the moisture. Automatic timers are a great way to take the effort and worry out of this all-important step. Use mulch: Add a 3-inch layer of organic mulch around your plants and over the irrigation lines. Mulch will insulate the soil, help retain moisture, suppress weeds and acts as a protective barrier from diseases splashing up onto the plants from the soil. May-June 2009

Use patience with pest control: Although pest insects are a given at some point in any vegetable garden, by exercising patience, nature will usually take care of the problem. Surprisingly, of all the insects in your garden only about 3 percent are actually harmful pests. Practice the steps mentioned so far, and you’ve already taken adequate measures to promote the growth of healthy plants, which are better able to stand up to potential pest invasions. If you must resort to insecticides, apply them responsibly! That means only late in the day -- or in the evening -- only on the affected plants and then only when necessary. Never apply pesticides in the morning when pollinators and beneficial insects are most active since you’ll likely kill them as well. Rather than using chemicals in a food garden, focus on growing healthy plants with great soil and sunny conditions and let nature take its course. Synthetic and even many organic/natural pesticides are non-selective, meaning they will kill beneficial insects, too. Don’t overfertilize: Too much fertilizer, especially nitrogen (the first number on the fertilizer package), can promote plenty of lush green growth at the expense of less fruit and a smaller harvest. Excessive fertilizer can also be harmful to plants and soil. Instead, add plenty of organic compost, up to about 20 percent of the total soil volume. Incorporate it into the rest of the planting bed and you’ll be supplying your plants with the nutrients they need to thrive naturally. In other words, feed the soil and let the soil feed the plants. If you put into practice what I’ve suggested, you’ll get your garden off to the right start and set it up for a more enjoyable growing season. Preparation is key, with the reward being a healthier, more productive garden and fresh food that tastes great. What could be better than that? ∆

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pring can be an intimidating season for the casual gardener. Garden centers overflow with bounty. Large beds of annuals begin sprouting up in yards and parks.

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ontainer Garden By Yvonne Swanson

The universal rule for container gardening: The bigger the planter the better.

Inspiring, sure. But most of us simply don’t have the time for all that digging, planting, fertilizing and weeding, especially if the plants are annuals and need to be replaced in six months or less. Containers are ideal for commitment-averse gardeners, the easiest way to energize your outdoor space whether you have a big yard, a small patio or balcony. They’re especially practical for renters. And creating one takes 30 minutes or less after you gather materials. New planters for spring are in stores now, and there is a wide variety of styles, colors and prices. Besides the usual terra cotta, plastic, wood and ceramic pots, look for outrageously colored fiberglass, self-watering containers and eco-friendly planters made from natural materials. The universal rule for container gardening: The bigger the planter the better. It will hold more soil, more nutrients and more roots, which means less watering for you. If you don’t have time for frequent watering, avoid unglazed terra-cotta containers, which wick moisture from soil the fastest, and cheap plastic pots that hold heat. Drainage holes are a necessity to prevent root rot. Since you can’t poke holes in ceramic, concrete, terra cotta or metal, use a slightly smaller plastic pot (with drainage holes) inside the container. Check the outer container occasionally for standing water and drain when needed. Always use a clean container. If you’re reusing a planter, remove and discard the old soil. Clean the inside using dish detergent and household bleach; rinse thoroughly.

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One of the best perks of container planting is that you can control the soil. Use a high-quality potting mix that contains ingredients such as sphagnum peat moss, vermiculite, perlite, aged composted forest products or sand. This mixture will help the soil retain moisture, nutrients and oxygen that roots need to produce healthy stems, leaves and flowers. Some potting mixes are formulated with time-release fertilizer pellets, but some experts caution against their use. If excess moisture formed in the bag, the fertilizer could break down and burn roots of new plants. Instead, use a good-quality product such as Scotts’ Osmocote time-release fertilizer. You can also add water-retaining polymers to the soil; look for products such as Soil-Moist. Some gardeners line the bottom of containers with pebbles, Styrofoam “peanuts” or other objects to create air pockets and

improve drainage, but that’s not necessary with a good-quality potting mixture. Fill the container with the soil mixture, add plants and add remaining soil no higher than about 2 inches from the container’s rim. Don’t sink plants too deeply; they should be planted at the same depth as in their original pots. Top your container off with organic mulch to help retain moisture. Now you can indulge your artistic side in choosing how to compose your container garden. Forget rules. Buy what you like, bearing in mind that the point of a plant is to grow and you don’t want to crowd too many youngsters in the bed. You can create a riot of texture and color with a blend of plants or a serene monochrome with a single type. You can mix annuals and perennials. You can take chances since you are risking very little. And you will be amazed at the beautiful rewards.

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Some ideas: • Mix bright-colored flowers in sunloving containers. Early spring favorites include pansies, impatiens, snapdragons, petunias and bright yellow and orange Wonderland Citron, an alyssum that resembles a cabbage plant. • Deep yellow marigolds, brilliant red salvia and geraniums in a variety of shades can weather warmer temperatures. • Use a colorful, hardy anchor plant in shade containers. Good choices include “Mammy” croton; variegated varieties (“Gold Capella” and “Trinette”) of dwarf schefflera; the tall, stalkliketi plant in reddish shades and variegated varieties; and yellow “Florida Sunset” and deep orangered “Maui” varieties of ixora, which produce flower clusters. • Add seasonal plants around the anchor plant. In shade, choose vibrant bloomers, such as impatiens for fall and winter and leafy caladiums in summer. • Throughout the year, add long-lasting color with ornamental bromeliads, hanging orchids and the succulent kalanchoe. Look for “Kalanchoe Calandiva,” which produces multiple, rose-shaped flowers in shades of purple, pink, orange, red and white. You’ll find outdoor planters at most garden centers, big-box retailers, homedecor and discount stores. Thrift stores and yard sales also are good sources for used containers. Don’t forget your own closets or garage; all kinds of items can become outdoor planters with a little imagination. For an even bigger selection of containers, there are numerous online suppliers, including Gardeners Supply Co. (www. gardeners.com; toll-free 1-800-843-1819). At www.simplyplanters.com (toll-free 1-800-971-4269), more than 400 planters, urns and planter boxes are available. Many garden centers have gorgeous planted container gardens and hanging baskets. Usually they are too small for long-term survival, so consider them a fleeting pleasure or repot in a larger planter. ∆

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ne of our most daunting tasks is staying fully engaged with medical care when we get sick.

Some people shift into high gear when it comes to a medical problem — asking questions, exploring alternatives — but many go numb when diagnosed, especially when a surgery is involved, asking everything of our doctors and almost nothing of ourselves. So how engaged are you in your medical care? Here’s a simple quiz to help you find out. It might embarrass you at first, but it will empower you later. It’s called Name Your Doctor. Begin by naming your internist or your family doctor. (Or just name the last doctor you saw.) If you have a child, name your pediatrician. And now, final answer, name your anesthesiologist. Take your time. More than 70 million Americans undergo surgical procedures every year. Cut-cut, May-June 2009

Call: Before And After By Marilynn Preston

“Being informed about your medical care means being empowered.”

Dr. Panchali Dhar, in “Before the Scalpel.”

stitch-stitch. (Keep thinking.) By age 50, the average person has already had at least three surgeries requiring anesthesia. Pulling a blank? And that’s my point. Very few people can name their anesthesiologist, let alone pronounce what they do correctly. That’s because these highly trained Doctors of Sleep and Comfort tend to operate under the radar, behind the scenes. The surgeons get all the glory and TV series face time, but during your operation, it’s the anesthesiologist or anesthesiology provider (often, it’s a team) who monitors your heart rate, heart rhythm, breathing, oxygen level, blood pressure, pain level and movement. If things go wrong, and they can,

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unexpectedly, patients can suffer long-term damage or die. “As a patient, you may have known your surgeon for weeks, even years. Yet, you probably won’t meet your anesthesiologist until the very day of surgery, “ writes Dr. Panchali Dhar in her informative book “Before the Scalpel: What Everyone Should Know About Anesthesia.” “You select your surgeon, but you are usually assigned an anesthesiologist.” No wonder we don’t remember their names. We’re usually in a panic when we meet them. The next thing you know, you’re in the recovery room, and the anesthesia plan is in full swing, and you’re so far out of the loop, you don’t even know there was a loop. And that’s why Dr. Dhar’s new book is such an important one. It’s a wake-up call to all of us, to educate and encourage us to get involved in our own medical care, especially when it comes to talking to our doctors and our anesthesiologists about our “thoughts, concerns, fears and hopes.” What? It’s OK to do that . . . ahead of time . . . really ask questions . . . and they won’t get mad? “The A team welcomes your participation in making the anesthetic plan,” writes

Dr. Dhar, a board-certified anesthesiologist and assistant professor at Weill Cornell Medical College. Being informed means being empowered, she writes, ending every chapter with a checklist list of things you should know, or ask about in order to get the best care possible. Here are a few of her many eye-opening suggestions: • Discuss the choice of anesthesia and anesthesiologist with your doctor ahead of time. Explore all your options. • Be completely honest about your lifestyle habits: how much liquor you drink, hidden addictions you have, or if you take Viagra, Levitra or Cialis, or any other drug or supplement. • Have you considered alternative pain relief methods such as relaxation techniques, acupressure or acupuncture? • Ask if the operating room can be warmed up before you go in for your procedure. • Ask if your music preference can be played to help you relax. • Think about your prior experience with anesthesia. Post-op nausea? Claustrophobia with face mask? Sore throat? Difficult intubation? Speak up! Your life may depend on it. ∆

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re you a “cyberchondriac?” If you have ever typed in a disease or condition into a search box on the Internet, you qualify.

But don’t take offense. According to survey-takers at the Harris Poll, a “cyberchondriac” is simply anyone who uses the Web to obtain health-related information. Whether you’ve got a sore throat, tonsillitis or even throat cancer, looking on the Web for information about your health has been getting easier over the last few years. And more and more Americans are taking advantage of it.

A Harris poll disclosed that 160 million adults in the United States have searched for health information online. Some big Internet honchos have more than noticed the burgeoning population of “cyberchondriacs” or e-patients, as Pew refers to them. Microsoft actually launched its HealthVault in October. Google named its planned site “Weaver,” and AOL founder Steve Case called his current, evolving

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“most useful” by The Medical Library Assite, www.revolutionhealth.com. In the meantime, how do the 160 million sociation, a nonprofit, educational group of adult “cyberchondriacs” (plus computer- health sciences information professionals. Using these recommended sites means savvy kids) find medical information on you can breathe easier, because you know the Internet? “Realistically, people probably go to the information is current and the goals Google,” said Kathy Quinn, director of the educational rather than commercial. When Dr. William C. Herrick Community Health venturing to search engines like Google Care Library in La Mesa, Calif. “One great and Yahoo, it’s wise to keep this mind. Here are some cautionary steps you thing about Google is that it has created a health co-op, which means it has partnered should take when surfing the Web for with organizations knowledgeable in health-related information: • Look at the date - medical information health, like the CDC, the Medical Library changes rapidly. Association and the Mayo Clinic. • Make sure articles provided on a site “Now when you do a search in Google, the first results should link you to reputable are written by reputable health professionals. sites. That’s a change and a nice • Check to see if you’re lookimprovement in Google.” ing at a government, nonprofit But Google, Yahoo, MSN’s Looking on or commercial site. Live Search and any number of • Be wary of sites trying to other search engines still come the Web solve your medical problem by up with a mix in their results, selling their products. so that “cyberchondriacs” have for health • Avoid material with vast to sort out reliable from bogus sources. information generalizations - consider your age, ethnicity and gender as “One of the best places on the you are sifting through medical Web for consumers is Medlinehas information. Plus, which is run by National • Use more than one site Library of Medicine and the become even a good one can have misNational Institutes of Health,” easier. takes or outdated information. Quinn said. “The information • Always consult with a is written in layperson’s lanhealth professional before takguage. You can search on a topic or you can click on suggested topics, which ing any action. Many sites - from www.revolutionhave prepared information. That page will give a brief description of the condition health.com and www.about.com Health to and many links to credible organizations. Mayo Clinic’s site - offer symptom checkMedlinePlus isn’t well-known by the aver- ers. In some, you click on a symptom; in others, you click on a body part from a age person, but it should be.” And what about the popular WebMD, diagram. Symptom checkers can be handy and quick, but they always should be used which has many of the same features? “WebMD is probably better known,” she in addition to, rather than instead of, conacknowledged. “One difference between sultation with a medical expert. The last point is crucial, no matter what the two is that WebMD takes advertisements. That doesn’t necessarily mean it’s sites you use. Remember that even a few biased, but you do have to take that fact hours reading about a particular condition into account and ask how the information doesn’t equal a medical professional’s is supported. MedlinePlus is a govern- years of education and experience. “People want information before they ment entity, so it’s already paid for by go to the doctor and after the doctor’s apyour taxes.” MedlinePlus is among the sites deemed pointment,” Quinn said. “If the doctor says May-June 2009

Yinside out llc ACUPUNCTURE CENTER you have X (ailment) and doesn’t have a lot of time to explain the diagnosis or tell you what the options are, you’ll want to do some searching on your own. But the caveat is one should always speak to a doctor, nurse or pharmacist. They need to be part of the process.” Another part of the process can be books. Remember those? At what point does one power down the computer and go to the library? “In the corporate world, there’s a 15-minute rule: ‘If you can’t find it on the Web in 15 minutes, call the library,’” Quinn said. “But I’m not sure that applies for people at home. Everyone has their own tolerance level. But people need to know that libraries can help.” FINDING A SITE With the proliferation of medical-related Web sites, it’s hard to know where to go and whom to trust. This list should help - choose the ones that seem best suited to your personality and research needs. The first five are from the “top 10 most useful sites” selected by The Medical Library Association, a nonprofit, educational group of health sciences information professionals. The others are our picks for “cyberchondriacs” (people seeking health information on the Web). • www.familydoctor.org This well-organized site has an A-Z index of conditions, easy-to-understand descriptions and diagrams, a guide to over-the-counter medications, and a 70

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on’t let your summertime workouts get boring. Once boredom sets in, you’re in the No Fun Zone, sticky and stuck. Who’d vote for that?

I have four hot tips to help you avoid exercise burnout this summer. WORK OUT IN WATER. Too hot to go biking? Weary of another ho-hum five-mile run? Dive into a fitness routine that is gentle on the joints and high on the calorie burn: water workouts. You can walk, run or dance across the length or May-June 2009

width of your local pool. Or you can head for open water, strap on a well-designed buoyancy device - I love my Aquajogger - and feel totally supported as you walk, run, samba, kick, lunge or leap. There really are no rules for exercising in the water (OK, there is one: Don’t drown). Just stay in motion for 15-30 minutes or more, and embrace the resistance of water, but never 68

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to the point of pain. You can use a soundproof music system, or you can aerobicise in silence, listening to the sound of your own breathing. Have your best time. And if the thought of making up your own water workout sinks you into a state of oceanic paralysis, get help. Join a water aerobics class, or go fishing for water workout info at the library or on the Net.

WORK OUT WITH PALS. I call this Flex in the City. Round up some pals, and do something active as a fun-loving, fitness-minded group. Once a week, twice a moon, you decide. Find your location on a map, look around for the closest green haven - a park, a trail, a lakefront - and plan an active day that might include hiking, frisbee, tennis, golf,

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badminton, softball, kite-flying, etc. Serious party planners can collaborate on a scavenger hunt with everyone setting off on foot and returning at a designated time. Beware! This might turn into an exercise in self-restraint on account of the irresistible urge to celebrate the End of the Hunt. Your Flex in the City event has so many possibilities. What about hiring a soccer/ basketball/volleyball coach and creating your own one-day sports clinic?

the cause benefits from the cash. Citizen marathons to support Medicare? Let’s hope it never comes to that.

EXERCISE YOUR COMPASSION. Check around and find an event this summer that raises money for some charity you care about. Diabetes? Breast cancer? Recovering Botox users? Participating in a competitive or fun run or bike ride for charity connects you to your essential good nature and your need to be grateful for what you have. You can also do it to honor someone or something you believe in. Bike for AIDS. Walk to Save the wild salmon. Run to end the war. There are so many worthy causes for you to choose from. Don’t delay. Start practicing philanthropic fitness this summer. It’s a win-win. You benefit from the training and the workouts, and

EXPERIMENT WITH THE NIGHT. Most people exercise during the day, and that makes perfect sense. But what about daring to be different and plan some of your workouts for the nighttime, when the weather’s cooler and the crowds have gone home? It’s a brave new world. Bike at night, walk at night, or paddle at night. Be aware: Some experts say exercising too close to bedtime can interfere with sleep. And some say that gentle exercise before going to bed can actually help you sleep more easily. You won’t know until you try. I know of a neighborhood walking club - there are many - that goes out at night as a regular thing, between the hours of 8 and 10 p.m. They are exercising their right to be on their street, enjoying their community. Members walk as much or as little as they want. If they weren’t outside walking, they’d be inside watching TV, playing video games, shooting up with high fructose corn syrup and weeping the rewards. ∆

MANY TURN TO WEB — From Pg. 67 section posing medical facts vs. myths. • www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus The home page of MedlinePlus is nicely organized and offers choices like an encyclopedia, current news and more than 700 health topics. It features clear and simple diagrams. • www.healthfinder.gov Federal agencies, led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, developed this site for consumers. While it doesn’t provide descriptions of conditions or treatments, it offers links to carefully selected Web sites from more than 1,500 health-related organizations. • www.kidshealth.org Created in 1995 by the nonprofit Nemours Foundation’s Center for Children’s Health Media, this site is family-oriented.

Its home page has three entry points: Parents, Kids and Teens. They have lively, attractive designs and levelheaded language appropriate to each target group. • www.mayoclinic.com The prestigious Mayo Clinic offers a site with an A-Z list of diseases and conditions, as well as a search box. Explanations are in fairly clear layman’s language. • www.cdc.gov The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers a site as vast as the agency itself. A fascinating and trustworthy site to browse, the home page gives several layers of choices. Its alphabetical index and search box can help you find something quickly. • www.health.nih.gov The National Institutes of Health provides similar, if not quite as much, infor-

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mation and links to Medlineplus, which it maintains. • www.nccam.nih.gov This NIH site covers, in English and Spanish, a variety of medical alternatives and related clinical trials. • www.everydayhealth.com A commercial site with ads prominently displayed on its home page, Everyday Health has health and drug indexes. It offers tools like meal planners and weight, calorie and glucose trackers and calculators. Some tools require (free) registration. • www.about.com/health If you already use about.com and you’re accustomed to its ads and sponsored links, you’ll like its health site. A couple of its best features are the “most popular” topics and a drug-finder. • www.safemedication.com Speaking of drug-finders, this easyto-use site is sponsored by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. FOR YOUR LIBRARY Whether you’re waiting for a call from the doctor or you’re just curious about an ailment, you will probably head for your computer. But books are still excellent resources. Here are a handful of the many trustworthy and helpful publications available. Several were suggested by Kathy Quinn, director of the Herrick Health Care Library in La Mesa, Calif. Most can be found there or in your public library. Depending on what you and your family need, consider some for your bookshelf at home. • “Complete Guide to Symptoms, Illness & Surgery,” H. Winter Griffith, Stephen Moore, Kenneth Yoder, Mark Pederson (Illustrator) (5th ed. 2006) This respected and simple-to-use guide can help in self-diagnosis and treatment for many conditions. If you’re ill, you’d probably rather reach for it at home than go to the library (but don’t skip calling the doctor). • “American Medical Association Fam

ily Medical Guide,” (4th ed. 2004) One of many top-notch consumer-oriented medical reference books. Medical reference books by the Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School offer many reasonably priced, easy-to-understand guides on myriad topics. Check the library for them or search in Google on “Mayo Clinic” or “Harvard Health Publications.” • “Taking Care of Your Child: A Parent’s Illustrated Guide to Complete Medical Care,” Robert H. Pantell, James F. Fries, Donald M. Vickery (7th ed. 2005)This comprehensive guide covers child rearing from pregnancy to school age and includes a wide range of topics, from thumb-sucking and working with the doctor to helping your child deal with schools, divorce and disasters. • “Complete Guide to Prescription & Nonprescription Drugs,” H. Winter Griffith and Stephen Moore (revised, 2007) A best-seller in previous editions, this is generally considered a reliable reference to medications. • “Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine,” Jacqueline L. Longe, editor (2nd ed. 2005) If you’re interested in alternative medicine, this is your one-stop source at the library (the four-volume set is too pricey for average home use). Medical professionals have written the entries in easy-to-read language. • “The Duke Encyclopedia of New Medicine: Conventional and Alternative Medicine for All Ages,” The Duke Center for Integrative Medicine, Richard Liebowitz, Linda Smith and Tracy Gaudet (2006) Thorough for its size and price, this is a good candidate for your bookshelf. Nicely illustrated and well-organized, it combines conventional and alternative perspectives. • “The Complete Guide to Nutritional Health: More Than 600 Foods and Recipes for Overcoming Illness and Boosting Your Immunity,” Pierre Jean Cousin and Kirsten Hartvig (2005) This book provides healthy recipes and information on the healing properties of food. ∆

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f youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in improving the quality of your diet, adding small amounts of flaxseed to your favorite foods is a quick and tasty way to accomplish your goal.

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here are tens of millions of U.S. workers who have lied or exaggerated their accomplishments on their resumes.

Tens of millions. At least. And, most of them still have jobs. Estimates range that between 30 and 50 percent of American workers have lies on their resume. Some of those might simply be an inflation of accomplishments, but they are lies anyway. Let’s take the low estimate: If 30 percent of workers have phony resumes, that means about 46 million people in our work force are liars. Does that mean we have 46 million bad people in jobs who should be fired? My guess is probably not. I assume that some of those resume cheats are actually very competent and well-respected in their fields. And, firing 46 million people is as improbable as it is impossible. Yet, clearly we have an epidemic that is out of control and corrosive to the way we do business. People clearly believe they need to doctor their resumes either because of their own insecurities or inadequacies or because they feel societal pressure to obtain certain job status. But their acts are like a flesh-eating virus that is still hungry.

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Not many companies have the resources, money or time to do thorough background checks to weed out resume frauds. Even if they did, the most clever people would still figure out a way to build a deceitful resume. No state or federal law will ever be able to stem resume fraud. Think about the silliness of something like “Lie on your resume and go to jail.” It just is not going to happen. That leaves individuals as their own moral compass. Every individual should seriously consider what they are doing when they lie on their resume, or inflate their accomplishments. Obviously, little lies may seem acceptable, but they aren’t. The lies you make today on your job application or resume can haunt you the rest of your career. Resume fraud is inexcusable at all turns. But it is only preventable if individuals look deep within themselves and figure out that it is better to make the right choice and live honorably than to lie to get a job and worry forever that every day in that job might be your last. ∆

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Ritz-Carlton Cancun, a AAA Five Diamond property, embodies the elegance of a European hotel and the affluence of a bygone era. When you step into the gleaming marble lobby you are surrounded by elegant furniture, sparkling crystal chandeliers, fine paintings, exquisite sculptures, and magnificent floral arrangements. The 365 guestrooms and suites are a sanctuary of comfort, offering sweeping ocean views and the finest amenities, from marble baths to Nespresso machines. If you want to splurge, book a sprawling oceanfront suite with all the comforts of a luxurious vacation home. Reserve your room on the club level and enjoy private concierge services and access to an elegant lounge. The club features five complimentary food presentations daily, including a breakfast spread, lunch fare, afternoon coffee and pastries, and a large assortment of pre-dinner appetizers, salads, cheeses, champagne, wines and cocktails. After dinner, the lounge offers a selection of desserts and cordials. The resort’s coral-colored building overlooks two free-form heated pools that are surrounded by blue umbrellas and beach lounges. Relax in the sun, as a pool concierge tends to all your needs from fluffy towels to cabana rentals. In addition to the narrow beach in front of the hotel, the Ritz-Carlton has recently opened La Playita, a wide stretch of pristine beach with its own bar and several thatched-roof “villas,” that you can rent for the day. Once a month, La Playita offers a full moon celebration, a great way to enjoy a bonfire under the stars, and toast the good life. A special feature of the Ritz-Carlton is the new Culinary Center, a huge, Vikingequipped kitchen, where you can take a hands-on cooking class. Try a Mexican grilling class and you’ll acquire knife skills, make a finely chopped Pico de Gallo, prepare guacamole, learn how to mix a Margarita, and get grilling tips and

lton Cancun recipes. Your class concludes with an al fresco lunch. The resort offers a variety of activities such as tennis at their premier center, exercise in the well-equipped gym, yoga, and children’s programs. Make sure to schedule a relaxing massage at the resort’s Mayan inspired Kayatans Spa. The Ritz-Carlton features several dining venues, including the only two 2008 AAA Five Diamond restaurants in Mexico: Fantino, an opulent Mediterranean restaurant, and The Club Grill. The Club Grill offers a luxurious atmosphere of Old World sophistication. The elegant décor is accented with dark woods, sparkling chandeliers and flower arrangements. A duo plays quiet tunes, as couples sway to the music on the polished parquet dance floor. Tables are set with Villeroy and Boch china, Reidel glasses, and silver cutlery. The service is impeccable with attentive waiters anticipating your every wish. Don’t miss the superb duck entrée, presented with sweet potato and caramelized onion in a tequila sauce. For dessert, order the chocolate fondant, a cake with a molten core of pistachio and chocolate cream. As you leave, the hostess presents you with a red rose and a chocolate bonbon. A memorable experience. Additional restaurants include The Caribe Bar and Grill overlooking the ocean, a Sushi and Seafood bar, and El Café Mexicano, serving casual American and Mexican Fare. One of El Café Mexicano’s highlights is the lavish seafood and lobster buffet on Fridays, showcasing Caribbean lobster, offered grilled, thermidor style, or in a delicious bisque. For a magical evening, book a romantic dinner in one of the illuminated casitas on the beach.

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The Culinary Center. Casitas Dining on the Beach.

The Ritz-Carlton Cancun is a great travel destination, the perfect place to luxuriate in a tropical, Five Diamond paradise. Visit www.ritzcarlton.com for more information and reservations.

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Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort Located a half hour drive from Cancun Airport and minutes from Playa Del Carmen, Grand Velas is a new, luxury all inclusive, “Leading Hotels of the World” resort in Mexico’s sunny Riviera Maya. Your taxi approaches the majestic entrance to the property and a huge wooden gate slides open. Your driver proceeds along a winding road through natural shrubbery and dense mangrove. May-June 2009

At the stunning open-air lobby, a bellboy welcomes you with iced towels and refreshing herbal tea, and leads you to a comfy sofa for a brief check-in. On the way to your suite you pass by the piano bar and the karaoke hall. You continue along the infinity edge pool and take in the sprawling lawns and breezeswept palms. The hotel building wraps around the pool, following the shore line.

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Its cascading terraces are highlighted by fuchsia colored bougainvilleas and green foliage. The resort offers 493 suites in three types of accommodations: ocean view family suites around the pool, oceanfront adult suites, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;jungleâ&#x20AC;? view suites in the Sen center near the spa, a two minute shuttle ride from the beach section. The oversized, state-of-the-art suites are

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elegantly appointed with marble floors, dark wood accents, and local art. All have large terraces, many with plunge pools. Amenities range from flat screen TVs to well stocked mini bars. The spacious marble baths feature a glass-enclosed rain shower, his and her vessel sinks, gleaming Porcelanosa faucets, and Milton Brown toiletries. A fresh flower bouquet adds a homey atmosphere to the room. The suites also come with a private butler/concierge who takes care of dinner reservations, special requests, sightseeing trips, and every other aspect of your stay. Start your vacation with a day at the pool or on the beach. Choose your cushioned chaise and umbrella by the undulating central pool, or head to the mattress-padded loungers that line the white powder beach. Once you find your spot, an ice bucket filled with four chilled water bottles appears magically in front of you. A pool/ beach concierge is at your service, fetching towels, sun tan lotion, drinks from the swim up bar, and food from a casual restaurant. On a secluded side of the hotel, there is an adult (no kids) pool with its own beach-side restaurant and swim up bar. Activities in the resort include nonmotorized water sports, exercise programs such as Yoga and Pilates, training at the gym with a personal trainer, kids programs, and more. The 76,640 sq. ft. spa is an attraction in itself, offering the utmost in pampering with “sensory experiences” inspired by ancient Mayan, Indian and Mediterranean 36h/70o Veal Entrée.

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cultures. Grand Velas features several dining venues offering an international menu with Mexican accents for breakfast and lunch, and gourmet cuisine for dinner. The signature restaurant Cocina de Autor serves Spanish inspired dishes, deliciously prepared and artfully presented. The menu is enhanced by a fine selection of house wines that can be paired with your meal. The atmosphere is elegant and luxurious. Tables are set with white Villeroy & Boch china and sparkling Reidel wine glasses. A guitar player entertains the diners with classical Spanish tunes. Order the 36h/70O Veal, cooked to perfection for 36 hours at 70 degrees, and conclude your dinner with the hot chocolate cake. Next door, you’ll find Piaf, a superb French restaurant elegantly decorated in rich black and red colors, and adorned with shimmering crystal chandeliers. The cuisine is classic with modern, innovative touches. Some highlights include a tricolor soup, a luscious fois gras appetizer, a superb duck entree, and excellent Angus steak, all prepared to perfection. For dessert, try the 5-flavor crème brulée, or the soufflé. While you savor your exquisite meal, a violinist plays Edith Piaf’s songs and other popular French melodies. Grand Velas is a magnificent new resort that caters to all your needs and offers the highest standards of amenities and service. A perfect resort for you and your family. Visit www.rivieramaya.grandvelas.com, or call 877-398-2784. ∆

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Asiate Restaurant

Asiate, Mandarin Oriental hotel’s signature restaurant, is perched high above Columbus Circle on the 35th floor of the Time Warner building. The restaurant’s soaring floor-to-ceiling windows offer sprawling views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. Asiate’s cuisine is eclectic with Asian overtones. The eight course tasting menu, with or without wine pairing, is a celebration of textures and flavors. Highlights include sashimi presented in five individual spoons, scallops, shrimp and clams in a coconut herb sauce, branzino with Asian vegetables, and Wagyu beef. 212-805-8881.

New York City Ballet Announces Spring Season New York City Ballet’s 2009 spring season at the David H. Koch Theater in Lincoln Center runs from April 28 through June 21. The program features 40 works including 3 full length ballets: Copelia, Romeo + Juliet, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. www.nycballet.com.

Midsummer Night Swing Midsummer Night Swing presents three weeks of dancing to live music under the stars at Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park. Running from July 7 to 25, the program highlights many music styles including big band, swing, Latin, African, soul and R&B. The price of admission includes a dance lesson. www.lincolncenter.org.

The Philanthropist on Broadway Two-time Tony Award® winner Matthew Broderick stars as niceguy professor Phil, who refuses to succumb to his colleagues’ excessively critical ways and winds up destroying his own credibility in the world of academia... and in the bedroom! Through June 28 at The American Airlines Theater. 212-719-1300 or www.telecharge.com. May-June 2009

Museum Mile on 5th Ave. On June 9, nine museums on 5th Ave., between 82nd and 104th Streets, will open their doors to the public for the 31st annual Museum Mile Festival. This music and art celebration is a mile long block party with live bands, street entertainers and outdoor art activities. An evening of fun for the whole family. From 6pm to 9pm. 212-606-2296 or www.museummilefestival.org.

Shakespeare in the Park This summer, the Delacorte Theater in Central Park will feature two free productions by the Public Theater: Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night, starring Anne Hathaway, from June 9 to July 12, and Eurepedes’ Greek tragedy The Bacchae, from August 11 to September 6. Call 212-530-8500 or visit www.publictheater. org for information on obtaining free tickets.

Mostly Mozart Festival The Mostly Mozart festival at Lincoln Center features 52 events including concerts, opera, dance, film and lectures. Some of the highlights are the NY premiere of John Adams’ opera A Flowering Tree, Joshua Bell with the festival orchestra, two NY premieres by Mark Morris Dance Group, and more. From July 28 through August 22. www.lincolncenter.org.

Francis Bacon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art The first major NY exhibition in 20 years devoted to Francis Bacon will be presented at the Metropolitan Museum of Art from May 20 through August 16. The retrospective will feature some of the most significant works from each period of the artist’s career. www.metmuseum.org.

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News and Le Cristal Fine Jewelry in Closter Le Cristal, a fine jewelry boutique, has opened at 229 Closter Dock Rd., in Closter. Family owned and operated, Le Cristal specializes in original and unique custom designed, hand crafted jewelry. Offering a comfortable and friendly atmosphere, Le Cristal features fine jewelry for every taste and budget. They invite you to join their long list of satisfied customers. Call 201-784-0200, or visit www. LeCristalinc.com.

CFV Travel Introduces New Service Camille Vaccari, owner of CFV Travel, is pleased to announce the formation of a new division. Previously specializing in group travel, CFV Travel now offers vacation packages for the leisure traveler and for families. Whatever your destination or budget, Camille will help make your vacation dreams a reality. 845-369-1212.

Healthy For Life in Bergen County Julene Stassou, a registered dietician with a master’s degree in nutrition education from Columbia University has recently relocated her practice from NYC to our area. With over ten years experience, Julene specializes in all areas of nutrition counseling including Pre/Post Natal, Cardiovascular, Eating Disorders, Food Allergies, Pediatric, Weight Loss/Gain, Menu Planning and Cooking Classes. If you are ready to improve your health and eating habits, call Julene at 917-626-3300.

Florals by Jason Peter in Norwood Jason Peter, has opened a floral shop at 464 Livingston Ave., in Norwood. Jason, a florist since 1982, specializes in creative arrangements for Weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, private and corporate parties, offices and homes. In his creations, Jason uses the freshest flowers, including exotic selections flown in from all over the world. Call Jason for all your floral needs. 201-750-3352.

CBL Fine Art Named “Best Gift Shop” CBL Fine Art at 459 Pleasant Valley Way in West Orange was recently named “Best Gift Shop in North Jersey” by NJ Monthly. Owner Connie Lior has created an ever-changing gallery of tasteful treasures including hand-crafted jewelry, art, handbags, Judaica and home accessories. CBL Fine Art is open 7 days including Sundays. 973-736-7776. www.cblfineart.com May-June 2009

Openings Rio Vista Greens Rio Vista Greens, consisting of 88 upscale age-restricted apartment style townhomes and traditional townhouses, is situated on over six landscaped acres opposite the Rockleigh Golf Course. This gated community is conveniently located on the Northvale/Rockleigh border, within walking distance to local shops and minutes to the George Washington Bridge and the Palisades Interstate Parkway. All residences offer the exceptional quality of a Rio Vista Community including desirable appointments and quality craftsmanship, designer kitchens and baths, high-end security and much more. The community also boasts a state-of-the art Clubhouse with a 30 seat theater and conference center, billiard room, professionally designed fitness center, heated outdoor pool with sundeck, plus 1.4 acres of lighted pathways, patios and seating areas. For further information or to schedule an appointment, contact Rio Vista Realty at 201-9255000 or visit our website at www.riovistagreens.com.

Peachy Keen Kids in Allendale Peachy Keen Kids, a children’s boutique specializing in custom furniture for nurseries and children’s rooms, has relocated to 385 Franklin Turnpike in Allendale. Owner Susan Keane is an interior designer who will help you create your dream nursery or add those special touches to your child’s room. The boutique also offers baby registry, handmade christening and specialty outfits, and unique monogrammed gifts. 201-962-3290. www.peachykeenkids.com.

Big Buddha in Englewood Big Buddha, a handbags and accessories boutique has opened its first location at 24 N. Dean St. in Englewood. Big Buddha offers fashion forward and trendy handbag collections all priced $95 and under. The colorful and fun boutique also carries sunglasses, scarves, shirts, jewelry, and much more to complete your look. Personalized Service. 201-569-4555.

Esty Street Has a New Owner and a New Look Esty Street, the popular restaurant at 86 Spring Valley Road in Park Ridge, has been renovated under the direction of La Bosiere Associates of Saddle River. The good news for regulars, who helped establish the restaurant’s reputation, is that new owner, Kim Costagliola, has not changed the restaurant’s original concept. Executive chef Adam Weiss still prepares the seasonal eclectic American cuisine that has earned Esty Street a rating of 3 1/2 stars. Reservations are recommended. 201-307-1515.

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FLAXSEED — From Pg. 73 blood sugar and cholesterol levels, reducing the risk for heart disease and stroke. The combination of oil and fiber in flaxseed make it an excellent laxative and an effective remedy for sluggish bowels and chronic constipation. Flaxseed contains plant estrogens called lignans. These natural compounds have been found to possess anti-tumor properties and appear to be especially beneficial in reducing the risk of breast and colon cancer. In the body, lignans act as weak estrogens. Because their chemical structure is similar to the structure of the hormone estrogen produced by the female body, they’re capable of binding to the same cellular receptors. When hormone-sensitive cells, including those of the breast and uterus, are occupied by the weak plant estrogens in flaxseed, they appear to be less susceptible to the cancer-causing effects of human estrogen. While consumption of flaxseed is believed to help prevent breast cancer, researchers from the University of Toronto found that it also may be useful in the treatment of the disease. For their study, the Canadian scientists asked postmenopausal women who had been recently diagnosed with breast cancer to eat either a plain muffin or a muffin containing 25 grams of flaxseed every day for four weeks. Women who ate the flaxseed muffins showed a significant reduction in the rate of tumor growth, as well as an increase in the death of cancerous cells. Based on their findings, the researchers concluded that dietary flaxseed has the potential to reduce tumor growth in women with breast cancer. As plant estrogens, the lignans in flaxseed can help alleviate some symptoms of menopause. Scientists at the Mayo Clinic found that postmenopausal women who consumed 40 grams of crushed flaxseed daily for six weeks experienced a welcome 57 percent reduction in the frequency and severity of hot flashes. The women also reported noticeable May-June 2009

improvements in mood, as well as reductions in joint and muscle pain. Combined, the benefits of consuming flaxseed significantly improved their health-related quality of life. Flaxseed is an important source of an essential omega-3 fatty acid known as alpha-linolenic acid. Because essential fatty acids cannot be manufactured by the human body, they must be obtained from the diet. Hundreds of scientific studies performed over the last decade suggest that most Americans don’t get enough omega-3 fatty acids for good health. Increased consumption of these beneficial fats has been shown to reduce the risk for heart disease by lowering cholesterol levels and decreasing the clotting potential of the blood. The essential fatty acids in flaxseed have been credited with improving symptoms of dry eyes, psoriasis and eczema. Omega-3 fatty acids are known to possess potent anti-inflammatory properties, making flax a popular remedy for arthritis and other inflammatory diseases. Flax is available at many supermarkets and most health food stores. Whole flaxseed can be eaten alone or added to other foods, but because the seeds may not be fully digested, other forms may be more beneficial. Ground flaxseed is easier to digest and simple to use: You can add a tablespoon or two of ground flaxseed to hot or cold cereals or to a cup of yogurt. Adding a quartercup of ground flaxseed to recipes can boost the flavor and nutritional quality of baked goods, including muffins and breads, as well as meatloaf, chili and casseroles. Flaxseed oil is best used as an ingredient in cold preparations, such as salad dressings and smoothies. While the oil is a good source of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, it doesn’t contain the protein, fiber or lignans found in the seeds of the flax plant. Adding a sprinkle of ground flaxseed or a dash of flaxseed oil to your favorite foods is a simple way to improve the quality of your diet. It’s also a smart strategy to enhance your overall health. ∆

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American Esty Street — 86 Spring Valley Rd, Park Ridge. The popular restaurant, Esty Street, has been recently renovated. The look is new, but the concept, executive chef and attentive wait staff remains the same. Recently awarded stars by the Bergen Record, Esty Street offers a seasonal eclectic American menu. Classic continental dishes are presented with an American “twist.” Be sure to save room for the Montrachet cheesecake brulée ( voted “best dessert 2008”). There is a full bar, a comprehensive wine list, and large parking lot. Esty Street serves lunch Mon-Fri and dinner Mon-Sat. Reservations are recommended. 201-307-1515. Frank’s Waterside - 7800 B River Road, North Bergen. Frank’s Waterside is an elegant, yet comfortable waterfront restaurant with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline from the George Washington Bridge to the Statue of Liberty. It offers sophisticated cuisine and professional service. The menu includes a wide array of seafood, steaks and chops and an extensive, well-priced and familiar selection of wines. The Chef de Cuisine is a graduate of the prestigious New York Restaurant School and was classically trained at renowned, award winning restaurants. Enjoy lunch or dinner on the outdoor stone patio at the water’s edge, listen to jazz while savoring a memorable Sunday brunch, or stop by for a cocktail during Happy Hour (Mon-Fri 4-7pm). Frank’s Waterside is the ideal spot for a romantic dinner, a night out with friends, or a private or corporate function. The staff takes great pride in seeing to your every need and making sure that your event is a memorable experience. 201-861-0700.

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The Village Grille Restaurant and Bar — 71 Crescent Ave., Waldwick. Host, Bobby Meidanis has taken an existing location and created a casual, upscale family friendly restaurant. The menu offers many choices including pasta, poultry, steaks and chops, whole Maine lobster, seafood, fish, ribs, and homemade desserts. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find it here. There is happy hour, daily special drinks, a late night bar menu and children’s plates. The Village Grille is open daily for lunch and

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dinner and until 1am Fridays and Saturdays. Live entertainment on weekends. Private party facilities available. 201-670-8200.

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Mr. Wok & Sushi by Simon — 1 Highwood Ave., 2nd floor, Tenafly. Enjoy Nouvelle Chinese and Japanese cuisine in a relaxed, but stylish atmosphere. In addition to innovative Chinese dishes, the restaurant offers a large variety of sushi, sashimi, and Japanese specialties. Lunch specials from $695, complete dinner for $1299 (salad, soup, appetizer, entree, dessert). Vegetarian and low calorie dishes available. Home deliveries, online ordering at www.mrwoksushi.com. Reservations at 201-569-3975.

House Specialties Paellas • Mariscadas Lobster 11/4 - 4lb • 3lb Steaks

Peking Duck House — 411 Piermont Rd., Closter. Enjoy the great taste of Peking Duck, uniquely prepared fresh fish selections and a “healthy” menu. Seafood buffet Fri., 6-9:30pm for $1695, 3 course lunch served weekdays for $695. In the Green Room Grill there is a juice bar and a Mongolian Grill where you create your own meal choosing meat, vegetable and sauce. Great desserts, full bar and wine list, and a party room for 10-100 guests. Closed Tuesday. Take out with drive thru window. For reservations call 201-767-8779.

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Latour — 6 East Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood. Conveniently located adjacent to the train station, Latour is a Ridgewood favorite. Chef/Owner Michael Latour, formerly with some of NYC’s prestigious restaurants, has created a modern French cuisine menu that was rated “Excellent” by The New York Times. Recently, Latour introduced a 5 course prix

Appetizer • Soup • Salad • Entrée Dessert • Coffee or Tea $ 4450 pp (plus tax & tip) tue thru thurs & sun

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“An upscale feel, affordable food.”

American - Mediterranean Grille Lunch & Dinner Daily Live Entertainment Weekends • Party Facilities

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71 Crescent at Wyckoff Ave. • Waldwick www.villagegrillewaldwick.com May-June 2009

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fixe tasting menu for only $4450 pp (excluding tax and gratuity). The menu includes several selections of appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, desserts, coffee or tea. Available Tues thru Thurs and Sun. Lunch Tues-Fri and a la carte dinner Fri and Sat. Bring your own wine. Outdoor seating in season. www. latourridgewood.com. 201-445-5056.

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Italian Café Italiano — 14 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs. The restaurant occupies the historic home of flamboyant 1920s NYC mayor, Jimmy Walker. The turn of the century architecture, combined with the fine Italian cuisine makes for a memorable dining experience. The menu features great selections, large portions and affordable prices. From the hot and cold appetizers, to the pastas, risottos, chicken, veal, seafood, beef and lamb entrees, you will find every item uniquely prepared and presented. End your meal with a cappuccino or sinful desert. A wine list at fair prices is now offered. Open 7 days for lunch

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Serving The Finest Quality And Selection Of Seafood also... prime steaks, veal, chicken & pasta dishes Best Seafood Restaurant Fall 2007

“Best Seafood in Northern New Jersey” Readers’ Choice of NJ Monthly Magazine for 15 Years.

“Best Lunch” “Best Seafood” NJ Monthly Magazine August 2008. www.seashack.com

293 Polifly Rd. • Hackensack • 201.489.7232

★★★ —the Bergen Record

KANAME Authentic Japanese Cuisine & Fabulous Sushi Bar

201-886-0080

783 Palisade Ave., Cliffside Park (Across from Winston Towers)

open Mon.-Sun. — Take-Out available

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and dinner. Available for private parties for up to 100 people. Ample Parking. Call 201-461-5041. Dino’s Restaurant — 12 Tappan Rd., Harrington Park. Owner Dino Sili has created a warm and welcoming restaurant with fireplaces, distinctive artwork and a menu featuring a wide selection of traditional favorites and creative contemporary fare. Unique regional dishes include specialties such as fig crusted sea scallops and sweet potato ravioli. The wine list is extensive and well-priced. Home made desserts, such as almond fritters with cinnamon gelato and cheesecakes, are a perfect way to end your meal. Full bar, party room, off-site catering platters are available. Dino’s is open for lunch and dinner (closed Tues). www.dinoshp.com 201-767-4245. Il Mulino — 132 Veterans Plaza, Dumont. “No wonder it’s always packed! Owner Jimmy Lulani, formerly of Cafe Italiano, makes guests feel at home at this 10 year old, family friendly, restaurant that specializes in simply wonderful food at great prices,” says Dining Out magazine. The authentic Italian menu features artichoke, home made crab cakes, seafood, milk-fed veal, aged steaks, chops, Osso Bucco, and much more. BYOB, Sunset 4 course dinners for $1395 - $1795. Jimmy will take care of you. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner. 201-384-7767. www. njdiningguide.com/ilmulino.

Japanese Kaname — 783 Palisade Ave., Cliffside Park. Rated ★★★ by the Bergen Record, Kaname is a favorite spot for Japanese food lovers, offering an extensive menu of traditional dishes and unique sushi & sashimi specialties. Sit at the Sushi bar and watch your host George create the most imaginative items using the freshest ingredients. If you haven’t tried Sushi before, George will assist you with your order. Portions are generous, the staff helpful and friendly. Cocktails, wine and beer are available. Ample parking in rear. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sun. 201-886-0080.

• Peking Duck — always available • Szechuan & Mandarin Specialties • Seafood Buffet Friday Party Room Available

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Seafood Oceanos Oyster Bar and Sea Grill — 2-27 Saddle River Rd. Fair Lawn (1 block off Rt 4W). Manhattan comes to NJ. Oceanos, (formerly Peter’s Whale) features raw bar selections, whole Mediterranean

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Authentic Italian homestyle cooking “Excellent” HHH — The Record fish and steakhouse specialties. There is a sit-down bar offering a list of sophisticated cocktails and an inviting patio for outdoor dining. Open for lunch Sun-Fri, dinner Mon-Sun, and the kitchen stays open late. 201-796-0546.

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Best Value.... Sea Shack – 293 Polifly Rd., Hackensack. Voted “The best seafood restaurant of Northern New Jersey for 14 years by the readers of NJ Monthly magazine. Sea Shack offers the largest and finest seafood selection. Fish entrees are prepared to order, be it broiled, grilled, steamed, blackened or sauteed. The chefs use just the right touch of seasoning to subtly enhance the food’s natural flavors, not to overpower it with sauces. Also steaks, chops, veal and chicken dishes. Serving lunch and dinner. www.seashack.com. 201-489-7232.

Spanish Meson Madrid — 343 Bergen Blvd., Palisades Park. Casual elegance and exquisite cuisine from the heart of Spain for over 27 years. This highly rated restaurant specializes in exceptional paellas, mariscadas, as well as superbly prepared selections of lobster, seafood, veal and poultry. Lunch specials from $695. Available for private parties and corporate events. Full bar. Open Sun-Fri 1130am-1030pm, Sat 1130am1130pm. 201-947-1038.

Even during these economic times, You Can Afford to Dine at Il Mulino!

Jim Lulani, formerly of Cafe Italiano, celebrates 10 years at Il Mulino

Famous Sunset Dinner 4 Course Meal $1395 -$1795 Mon-Thurs 4-6 pm • Sun 1-3pm

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Open 7 days a week 132 Veterans Plaza, Dumont

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River Ridge Condominium A fabulous and meticulously renovated, 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath with breathtaking views of GW Bridge & Hudson River. Beautiful kitchen with Cherry cabinets, Bordeau Juperano granite, SubZero, Miele dishwasher, and Italian glass/copper tiles. Master bath w/black Galaxy granite, frameless antique glass shower door. Powder room with under-lit Onyx vanity, glass pyramid sink. New wood doors. Travertine floors. River Ridge is the utmost in luxury; health club, pool, 24 hr security; a five star building.

Horizon House A must see corner apt. with full East and South views of the GW Bridge to lower Manhattan. Spacious high floor 2 bedroom, 2 full bath unit in a luxury, doorman co-op bldg. Breathtaking views from the living room, dining room, and kitchen - 24 ft private tiled terrace - renovated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances, floor to ceiling marble bathrooms with pedestal sinks and jacuzzi tub - California closets - wood floors throughout, indoor garage, gym, pools, Tennis courts, playgrounds, plus 28 acres of manicured grounds.

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BURNING HOLLOW MASTERPIECE!

Saddle River, NJ - New Construction! Designed by Robert Zampolin. This one-ofa-kind brick manor home offers over 8700-sf (plus basement) on a picturesque 2 acre corner lot with 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and 2 powder rooms. Expertly designed and painstakingly executed, the materials and details used throughout are nothing short of spectacular. The finest imported stones, including Bianco Quartz, Honey Onyx, Labrador Granite, Onyx & White Thassos Marble, have been lavishly used for the interior. Exquisite hardware, elegant lighting, the finest mechanical systems, private elevator, salon/gym, 4 car garage, inground pool with outdoor kitchen, the list goes on and on. Be the first to occupy this home of distinction.

Offered at $6,888,000

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DEMAREST – Dramatic Masterpiece

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Dream Homes in the Sky – Fort Lee Atrium Palace

Gorgeous apartment, the finest in ultra modern architecture and design. Features include Venetian plaster walls, Val Cucina Italian kitchen, hand-rubbed glass tiled baths, beautiful inlaid custom floors, Philippe Stark plumbing fixtures, state-ofthe-art built-ins. During an amazing 2 year gut renovation every wall was moved and the result is a true masterpiece. Beautiful South-East New York and river views. A true one-of-a-kind property. 3 Bedrooms, 31/2 Baths.

River Ridge

Spectacular, totally renovated penthouse apartment. Features include Poggenpohl kitchen & baths, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, custom closets, high ceilings, built-in audio/surround sound, walls of windows framing breathtaking downtown views of NYC & Hudson River, Viking appliances, granite countertops, master bedroom suite with sitting area, huge walk-in closet, gorgeous bathroom and terrace. A must see! 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths.

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