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Dolce Vita ~ Trendy, Good Quality, Affordable The Sweet Life Indeed By Diego Phillips Who says babies and young children can’t look chic? Dolce Vita Children’s Boutique in New Hartford Shopping Center aims to dispel that notion. Owner CaSandra Packard of Rome says her 3-year-old daughter, Elasandra, is the inspiration for the items she carefully selects to bring into her store. “Our boutique name means ‘The Sweet Life’ in Italian, and our idea is that children and the way they dress are what make life sweet,” CaSandra says. With an eye for fashion, the owner says she always had the goal opening a children’s clothing store, which is now past its second year in business. “After my daughter was born, I noticed a void for the type of items I was searching for for her,” CaSandra says. “Fun, stylish, unique and affordable children’s clothing.”
at the kiosk and expanded the business into a 1,500-square- foot store front at the New Hartford Shopping Center. Dolce Vita’s specializes in one of a kind, many locally handmade clothing gifts and accessories, including hand painted items by Kristin Boutin Designs.“The store is popular for carrying quality, trendy and traditional items at affordable prices,” CaSandra says. Prices vary, for example, from $20 to $40 for twoXS XLVII TMIGI SYX½XW 1SWX frequent items sold include handmade and customized LIEHFERHW FMVXLHE] SYX½XW Stride Rite shoes, new baby gifts, and picture day and WTIGMEP SGGEWMSR SYX½XW “Almost anything can be personalized,” CaSandra adds.The store also will deliver gifts to hospitals for newborns at no extra charge. Providing friendly, personal service to the customer
Stay warm in style this winter with these Mommy and Me locally made crocheted bow headbands. away from cookie-cutter items where everyone dresses the same,” CaSandra notes.“People are having more fun mixing and matching items to make a look their own.” The sky is the limit for the future at Dolce Vita. There are many plans in the works, including the launch of Dolcela, which will incorporate a clothing line designed by CaSandra, and expanding the girls’ line up to size 16 in February.
Dolce Ambassador’s Club Program, which encourages children to get involved in volunteering in the community with their parents.
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Back in stock! These headbands are a customer favorite and perfect for your little princess. Photo by Laura Lynn’s Photography. After seeing available kiosks at the local mall, CaSandra dreamed of opening her own business. With the holiday season approaching that year, she thought it would be fun to sell handmade items crafted by her and others, such as headbands and hats, EPSRK [MXL WIPIGX SYX½XW from her favorite children’s brands. She says she quickly developed a customer base
is the hallmark at Dolce Vita. “It is important to me that people feel the same as if they were entering my home,” CaSandra says.“ I want them to feel welcome and appreciated.” Current trends in the industry include mix-andmatch sets, bow ties and newsboy caps for little guys, and twirling dresses and VYJ¾I TERXW JSV KMVPW ±1SVI TISTPI EVI WL]MRK
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The boutique owner is also actively involved in the community, giving back wherever she can to local charities.The store has a
The bottom line in the children’s clothing world, however, remains all about the look.“Dressing should be fun, and I believe children’s fashion should allow them to look like children while still remaining stylish,” CaSandra says. The sweet life indeed! 8S ½RH SYX EFSYX IZIRXW or special promotions join the Dolce Vita Insider’s Club by calling 315-724-2100 or visiting www.facebook.com/ DolceVitaChildrensBoutique. T
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Breakfast and Beyond Show kids just how delicious veggies can be (Family Features) A great day starts with a balanced breakfast filled with healthy ingredients fit for the whole family. Enticing the youngest family members to enjoy as many food groups as possible at the morning meal - including veggies - may be challenging, but it’s an important step to ensuring a well-rounded diet all day long. The experts at Birds Eye frozen vegetables offer up these tips to get kids to eat more vegetables, starting with the breakfast table and continuing throughout the day. 1. Look for dining occasions for vegetables throughout the day, including breakfast. Click here to see more.While veggies are often only thought of at dinnertime, parents can help ensure their kids get the proper amount of vegetables by combining Birds Eye frozen fruit and veggies into other meals and snacks, such as smoothies.These are a great start to the morning and an easy way to work in extra servings of fruits and vegetables. Another option is combining many ingredients, including veggies, into a single breakfast dish, such as the Baked Eggs with Peppers and Breakfast Sausage recipe below. 2. Whether frozen or fresh, it’s important to get veggies in every meal. Click here to see more.Nine out of ten Americans don’t eat enough vegetables on a daily basis, so incorporating them into each meal is important. From a nutritional perspective, there is little to no difference between fresh and frozen vegetables. For example, at Birds Eye, they flash freeze their veggies within four hours after harvest, locking in peak freshness, nutrients, taste and color. Easy to store in the freezer, they make it a snap to have nutritious ingredients on hand for any meal.
3. Mix up the veggie and flavor profiles to keep meals exciting.Click here to see more. It’s easy to become bored with the same meals or flavors, so mix up mealtime. Birds Eye offers more than 40 unique vegetable varieties year round at affordable prices, allowing families to change up their meals regardless of the season. With a little creativity, you will have the kids in your family eating more vegetables at every meal, beginning with breakfast. For more recipes and veggie-friendly tips for your family, visit www.birdseye.com.
Baked Eggs with Peppers and Breakfast Sausage 6 ounces breakfast sausage (if links, remove from casing) 1/2 bag Birds Eye Recipe Ready Tri Color Pepper & Onion Blend 4 large eggs Salt and ground black pepper 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Chopped fresh parsley for garnish Preheat oven to 325?F. Lightly grease four 8-ounce ramekins with nonstick cooking spray. Brown sausage over medium heat in nonstick skillet, stirring and breaking up sausage, about 5 minutes. Stir in peppers and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Evenly divide vegetable mixture among prepared ramekins. Gently break one egg into each ramekin and season with salt and pepper. Evenly top each egg with milk and cheese. Place ramekins on baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes or until egg white is opaque but yolk is still soft. Garnish with parsley and serve. T
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Sunnycrest Orchards A Long Standing Family Owned Business By Diego Phillips
are used for many purposes, from culinary to health tonics,” Laurie says.“We will be opening an online store in March to market the vinegars to a larger audience.”
Customers with a hankering for local artisanal vinegar need go no further than Sunnycrest Orchards, located at 7869 State Route 10 in Sharon Springs.The farm is just a few miles north of the village, intersecting with East/West State Route 20. The original farmstead was settled in the 1800s by the Kling family, who used the property to raise fruit and vegetables, as it still does today.Through the years, the farm passed on to a series of stewards. In 2013 Laurie Schilde Schmitt and Timothy Schilde purchased the family farm from their parents, Milton and Carol Schilde, who bought the property in 1975 as mainly an apple orchard with a free-standing cider mill and seasonal roadside stand. In 2014 the siblings re-purposed an old ice creamfast food business into a cider mill and cidery, and
To the Schilde brother and sister, their goal as a second-generation farm family is to continue to bring to market products that customers can count on that have been grown in a natural way without pesticides, providing healthy food for our customers. in September of that year launched new products that include fruit-infused honey and the new popular line of vinegars, Laurie says, ”We used the mill to make the juice to make vinegar,” she says.” Our vinegar is aged up to two years in steel tanks where they ferment and turn to natural apple cider vinegar.” The owners then take the YR½PXIVIH ETTPI GMHIV ZMRIgar with the “mother” still in it, and make berry-infused and herb-infused vinegars.
Laurie says that one popular best-seller is Fire Apple cider vinegar, which is a robust blend of herbs, horseradish, jalapeno pepper and honey. Laurie says the ingredients used in the vinegar production are all local.The herbs are grown on the farm and the berries are grown nearby as well. This new product is marketed under the trademarked label of Sharon Springs Farm Girl artisanal vinegars. “These all natural products
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“In our orchards we have begun to plant new varieties of disease resistant apples, currants and elderberries,” Laurie says.“We will use these crops in our all natural vinegars that we make on the farm.” Sunnycrest is a busy farm all year long. Late winter is the indoor seeding time for vegetables. Spring and summer are the growing season for the multitude of crops sold at the farm, including popular Heirloom tomatoes and apples, peaches trucked
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from Pennsylvania, berry bushes and fruit trees, Laurie says. Fall season brings many special events, including a well-known Garlic Festival and craft shows in November that have become a family tradition. The farm market anchors the year-long gift shop and a garden center that is open 10 months a year, seven greenhouses and the cidery.
The gift shop offers house wares, candles, and framed art—in short, everything from the practical to the whimsical. Laurie sums up the future for Sunnycrest Orchards: “Our goals are to continue to offer healthy options to our customers and their families, and to offer the friendly family service our parents started over 40 years ago.” T
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Little Falls Hospital Further Enhances Its Commitment to Quality Service Little Falls Hospital, a leading provider of healthcare services in New York, recently announced that it has implemented Qualitick customer survey system in its Emergency Department. The ability to quickly and accurately capture customer satisfaction data further enhances Little Falls Hospital’s mission, which is to provide the very best medical care and service to every patient.
“Service excellence is a priority for Little Falls Hospital, and we fully appreciate the fact that our customers have many alternatives for where they receive their healthcare,” Dr. Mark Winther, Emergency Department Medical Director of Little Falls Hospital, stated. “While the response rate to our customer satisfaction surveys has always been good, we believe we can do
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better. Receiving real-time feedback will give us a more accurate, timely pulse on what our patients are thinking.” Qualitick enables our patients to complete a customized survey via a touch screen monitor in the ED before leaving. The survey takes about 60 seconds to complete, and once each survey is completed, administrators and physicians receive the data as well as automatic alerts when a patient reveals a service concern. “Surveys are more than just numbers,” said Loretta Mosher, Assistant Director of Quality Resources and Risk Management. “As an organization, Little Falls Hospital seeks to learn from the feedback and use the results to identify areas for improvement. Outcomes with lower scores that are important to the patient such as wait times, provider performance, and whether they would recommend our facility – help us better invest and deploy resources
such as training and development programs for our associates, physicians, and their staff. Being able to analyze the data in a short time frame will arm us with the information we need to implement sound decisions and correct inconsistencies on how we deliver healthcare on a daily basis.” “We are delighted that Little Falls Hospital’s ED has
selected Qualitick to augment their patient satisfaction survey strategy, knowing how important the quality improvement process is to their top-level management,” said Prash Pavagadhi, QualiXMGO´W 'LMIJ )\IGYXMZI 3J½GIV and Co-Founder.“No matter which method a company uses to survey customers, a quality measuring tool is essential. Qualitick offers
accurate, immediate results that will help Little Falls Hospital measure results, plan and execute changes to improve satisfaction, and then measure the effectiveness of those changes. Little Falls Hospital is one of the best providers of health care. Now, they will have the statistics to further back that up.” T
Herkimer BOCES LPN student wins annual Jodi Marie Connor Memorial Scholarship Herkimer-Fulton-Hamilton-Otsego BOCES licensed practical nursing student Kyle Werpechowski won this year’s Jodi Marie Connor Memorial Scholarship. Connor was a 2003 graduate of the Herkimer BOCES LPN program. Each year, her father, David Connor, carries on her love of the Christmas season with the awarding of a scholarship to assist a single parent to enjoy Christmas with the parent’s child. This year, the scholarship is given not only in Jodi’s memory but also that of her grandfather, John N. Connor. Pictured here,Werpechowski (left) holds his daughter, Abygayle, while receiving the scholarship from David Connor. After being laid off from Remington Arms,Werpechowski became a full-time student
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Function Better by Al Dorantes With three locations Function Better is Central New York’s leader in Outpatient Physical Therapy. Dr. Joe Martin, PT, DPT, 3'7 &SEVH 'IVXM½IH ER orthopedic clinical specialist who graduated from Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY opened his ½VWX *YRGXMSR &IXXIV *EGMPMX] in Herkimer in January, 2002. He followed that by opening a Commercial Drive, Yorkville location in April, 2011 and in April, of 2014 Function Better opened its Washington Mills venue. Function Better uses high tech markers to analyze the entire body but concentrates mostly on CVD (cardio vascular disease) risk factors. Once the Function Better team assesses clients they can then prescribe the proper exercises to prevent and treat conditions and injuries with the goal of
coaches, licensed physical therapists, massage therapists on site; all the bases are covered. With 47 employIIW ERH UYEPM½IH HMVIGXSVW at each facility function better analyzes clients with risk of disease and then empowers them with knowledge about the biometrics of life. Function Better educates people about what numbers are important One of Function Better’s tools in getting people on the path to wellness is Studio 55. Studio 55 is Function Better’s elite group ½XRIWW GPEWWIW *IEXYVMRK over 90+ classes per week, no memberships, and no contracts; just buy tickets and take classes! Classes include Body Beatdown, Body Shop, Body Bumpin, Boot Camp, Burn-Box-Abs, Cardio Kickboxing, Fusion, Gentle Yoga, Guts Butts and Thighs (Super Gbt), Pilates, Revolt, Spinning, Step Punch Crunch,Turbo Kick, Zumba and more.
Dr. Joe Martin working with a client. Function Better is planning further expansion in spring of 2015 with it’s fourth location in Rome, NY. living longer with less disease and without functional disability. Medical exercise focuses on the prevention and management of chronic disease implemented by highly trained and skilled medical exercise specialists. Medical exercise is based on baby boomers’ interested in disease prevention. Medical exercise employs registered dieticians, exercise physiSPSKMWXW GIVXM½IH RYXVMXMSR
In April 2015 Function Better is set to open a 4th facility in Rome, NY. Dr. Joe Martin said,“If you really care about people you can build a good business.” This motto and cutting edge knowledge keeps clients Functioning Better. For more information go to: www.functionbetter.com or www.studio55.com T
A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book. ~Irish Proverb
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Time For Me Day Spa ~ A Divine Intervention By Diego Phillips In that old bubble bath TV commercial, the customer pleaded to be taken away. Nowadays, you need go no further for that than the Time for Me Day Spa at 7201 State Route 5 West in Clinton. During the last eight years, owner Amy Casale of Clinton has been offering massages and facials, as well as hand and foot treatments and waxing.“I purchased the building in August of 2006,” Amy says.“To date, we have seen over 19,000 clients.” Amy says that the spa’s specialty is its signature massages. “We incorporate warm towels and hot stones with our 60-minute massages,” she says.“An average one-hour service for either a massage or facial runs $75.” The popular single item sold at the spa is Himalayan Salt lamps. The day spa is sited in a unique post-and-beam cedar building with extraordinary windows, a wood burning ½VITPEGI ERH E OMXGLIR XLEX makes the best homemade cookies. It boasts six massage rooms, a facial/ waxing room and an area that caters to special parties and events. Amy says there is generally a monthly special on products.“We will be implementing a ‘loyalty’ program after XLI ½VWX SJ XLI ]IEV ² WLI says.“It’s based on a point program where the client may be entitled to discounted services, products or re-
Massages are a great way to de-stress yourself. Think of Time for Me for a nice couple’s treat too! Gift certificates are always available! tail items. Each dollar spent is worth one point.” Time for Me was born from Amy’s own need to personally restructure her life, and to help others to do so as well. “After being a young widow with three children under the age of 4, and then a few years later remarrying to then divorce after 18 years of marriage made me aware of how important it is to take time for yourself to VI¾IGX XS XEOI ³XMQI JSV QI´ and remember who I really was,” Amy says. “When I started the business, one of my daughters had just become a licensed massage therapist. I felt totally relaxed after a massage and wondered why I didn’t do that more often. After the divorce I needed to ‘reinvent’ myself and chose this path,” she notes.
Amy says that she was “divinely guided” because of the events that took place while creating the Time for Me Day Spa. “At that time I also realized that other people could ½RH GSQJSVX ERH [IPP FIMRK in a comfortable atmosphere,” she says.“We never make them feel rushed and take the time to see what their concerns are, whether it is for relaxation or if it’s for other issues.” According to Amy, current trends in the industry include customizing a massage XS ½X XLI GPMIRX´W RIIHW SV customizing the use of a facial product in line with the client’s skin type. Amy says her future plans include expanding the facility to accommodate larger parties, such as showers, weddings or business events. Amy summarizes her current life’s calling:“This industry shouldn’t be taken for granted. It’s the opportunity to keep healthy and feel good about yourself with our given lifestyles. “Routine treatments for massage or facials are essential with our crazy everyday lives,” she says.“It’s that time where we can reconnect [MXL SYVWIPZIW ERH ½RH ‘Time for Me.’ ” Amy’s spa indeed affords an opportunity to be taken away from it all. T
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Ice Hockey: The Toughest and Most Physical Sport in America By Daniel Baldwin
By Pat Malin Hey sports fans, old man winter is settling in.
Many sport fanatics believe that indoor and outdoor games are the toughest and most weight losing sports throughout the country.
Does that mean you’re plopped on the couch, lazily watching the NFL playoffs or highlights of Yankees’ captain Derek Jeter’s farewell season on TV?
“Basketball is a good weight losing sport,” New York City native Jason Rodriguez said. “You’re running up and down the court non-stop for a long period of time. Football, on the other hand, is more of a strength building sport.”
If you’re a hearty Mohawk Valley resident, you’re out skiing or snowmobiling, maybe jogging and eyeing the long countdown to the 2015 Boilermaker. Perhaps you’re standing in line, trying to snare a ticket to a sold-out Utica Comets hockey game?
But that is not the case from a statistical standpoint. According to Livestrong. com, players are more likely XS WXE] ½X ERH PSWI [IMKLX when they play a sixty-minute period of ice hockey When a 185-pound person plays one hour of hockey, he or she burns 710 calories, according to the Harvard Health Publication. That is greater than basketball (700 calories per hour) and football (594 calories per hour). During a professional or minor hockey game, players have to constantly skate up and down the ice. They also have to use their upper body to pass the puck, to other players, and shoot it into the net. This sport requires a lot of energy and concentration. A majority of players also get slammed against the glass boards (which separates the ice from the fans). “They’re (hockey players) constantly moving around and everything instead of stopping a few minutes,” Westmoreland resident Ryan Dunning said. “They’re constantly skating at a fast pace, picking up speed, and slowing down. There is a lot of high intensity stuff.” Eddie Olczyk is the assistant men’s hockey coach for the Utica College Pioneers. Before coming to Utica, Olczyk played for the Bloomington Thunder of the Southern Professional Hockey League. He also played varsity hockey at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Olczyk said hockey is HI½RMXIP] XSYKLIV ERH JEWXIV
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than football or basketball. “Hockey skating isn’t easy,” Olczyk said. “It is different than riding a bike and there are no out of bounds. In football, they’re a lot of penalties and breaks. But there are not a lot of breaks in hockey. This sport is fast.” Shooting the puck and skating are not the only elements that a player needs, in order to achieve in this sport. It is also important, for hockey players, to eat a light meal before every game. Olczyk said the Utica College hockey players have a TVIKEQI QIEP ½ZI LSYVW before a game. The players stuff up on pasta, chicken, fruits, and vegetables. According to the Peak Performance website, food is basically the fuel towards giving hockey players’ the speed and agility they need on the ice. If a player does not eat before a game, then he or she will not have enough energy to play a sixty-minute hockey game. He or she would be tired and not have the ability to skate fast. “It’s important for our players to eat before every game so that they can have the energy to skate and play well during a game,” he said. “We tell our players to eat fruits and vegetables before every game and draw away from junk food.”
Time is another reason why hockey players burn more calories than football or basketball players. Each team, both minor and major, plays a total of 60-to-80 games during the regular season. Football players, on the other hand, play 12 to sixteen games during the regular season. The players also take the time to practice before each game, and there is also postseason. During the hockey season, Olczyk and the rest of the Utica College hockey team spend one-to-two hours, each day, practicing on the ice. Although the amount of practice hours increase near the end of the season. “We have two hockey games on every weekend,” Olczyk said, “so we have four days of practice before every game. But once [I KIX XS XLI ½REP [IIOW of the regular season, we increase our practice time in order to make a push towards the playoffs.”
is expected to draw about 10,000 people throughout the weekend. Registration opens online on Nov. 1 and often within two weeks, the open division has reached its limit of 40 teams. Each team pays a $600 fee and is guaranteed to play three preliminary games. The opening rounds are played on Friday, with the medal round scheduled to start about mid-day on Saturday. The championship game will be played under the lights on Saturday.The winning team earns the coveted wooden bear trophy.
There’s another major sporting event in the area that truly stands out like a cold nose on a moose in Old Forge. It’s the annual Adirondack Ice Bowl pond hockey tournament on Fourth Lake in Inlet, which will be held Jan. 23-25.
In 2012, O’Brien and the AIB board created a master’s division for players SZIV EKI ERH XLEX ½IPH MW RIEVP] ½PPIH F] XLI WXEVX SJ the new year.There is also a women’s division. A youth hockey skate is held on Saturday afternoon prior to the tournament’s medal round.
This event turns back the clock and “gives adults the opportunity to feel like kids again,” its Facebook page proclaims.With four authentic ice ponds serving as rinks, XLI -GI &S[P VI¾IGXW LSGOey’s true roots and attracts amateur hockey teams from throughout North America.
All Ice Bowl games are played in a four-on-four, no-goalie format. Games consist of two 15-minute halves with a 5-minute intermission.
“We’ve got a team from Mexico,” said Charles Frey, owner-operator of Woods Inn Resort in Inlet, the host for the Adirondack Ice Bowl (AIB). Jim O’Brien IV and his friends created AIB in 2009. Thanks to social media, the XSYVREQIRX ½IPH LEW KVS[R larger and more popular every year.The tournament
Teams can carry up to six players and only one substitution is allowed per team, so any injuries can be costly. Players can only play on one team. “Although there aren’t any goalies, goals are no easy dump-in,” the tournament website explains.“The AIB’s custom pond hockey (format) make(s) players work for each goal.” The goal posts are just four feet wide and six inches high, with one-foot wide
openings at each end. In lieu of a goalie, there are the two-feet wide shot blockers that serve as advertising billboards. Even in the coldest weather, the ice surface deteriorates with use, so the AIB uses two vintage Zambonis to resurface the ice.“We go to great lengths to provide the best playing surface at our tournament,” AIB adds. Shootouts between games also give spectators an opportunity to compete for free merchandise and other prizes. Despite the weather, the setup at the Wood’s Inn has turned the event into a popular tailgate party atmosphere. Two shuttle buses transport fans and players between Inlet and Old Forge, stopping at local establishments and hotels. Fans can warm up with refreshments from the AIB Shanty or belly-up to the ice bar. Games can also be viewed from the comfort of The Woods Inn’s dining room and via webcams.The heated party tent has beer and food specials, in addition to hosting live bands on Friday and Saturday night. Frey, who became the owner of Wood’s Inn with his wife Nancy last July, has built a permanent pavilion above the ponds, which is also wrapped in sheeting and provides comfort for fans. Admisison is free. This year’s major sponsors include Hamilton Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and F.X. Matt (Saranac) Brewing Co. T
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How to reduce your injury risk when exercising Exercise enthusiasts look to avoid injury like the plague. Injuries are akin to kryptonite for athletes, who tend to be averse to inactivity and unaccustomed to life away from the gym. But injuries are a legitimate threat to athletes of all ages. Fortunately, there are several steps athletes
can take to reduce their risk of injury. · Work with a professional. Personal trainers can be expensive, but novices might want to work with a trainer as XLI] FIKMR E RI[ ½XRIWW regimen. Even veteran EXLPIXIW GER FIRI½X from working with a professional, who can
help individuals tailor a workout routine that best suits their bodies and ½XRIWW KSEPW % XVEMRIV GER show you how to use machines properly, and many trainers stay abreast of the latest developments in exercise science, making them valuable sources of information on everything from workout tips to stretching tech-
niques and more. Even if you can only afford one or two sessions with a trainer, make the most of those sessions by asking as many questions as possible.
One of the easiest ways to suffer an injury while exercising is to dive into vigorous exercise without first preparing your body. · Recognize your limitations.Whether you are beginning a new workout regimen or already have an established routine, you still need to recognize your limitations. If you’re just starting out, don’t push yourself, as your body will need time to adjust to regular exercise. If weightlifting will be part of your new routine, lift light weights initially and gradually work up to heavier weights as your body grows more acclimated to strength training. If you already have a set routine, it’s also important that you recognize any limitations you might have. For example, if you have nagging knee injuries, avoid exercise that might prove especially taxing on your knees. · Take a slow and steady approach to each workout. One of the easiest ways to suffer an injury while exercising is to dive into vigorous exercise [MXLSYX ½VWX TVITEVMRK your body.Warm up your body before hitting the weights or going full bore on the treadmill.Warming up before a workout readies your muscles for the stress that’s coming later in your routine. If you don’t warm up
Professional trainers can help men and women tailor their exercise regimens to meet their specific needs and reduce their risk of injury.
beforehand, your muscles will be cold and loose, possibly leading to strains, tears or other painful injuries. Gradually increasing the intensity of your workout as your body warms up, rather than going full steam from the get-go, can greatly reduce your risk of injury.
shorten during a weightlifting regimen thanks to the repeated contractions they undergo as the body does repetition after repetition. Stretching helps the body return to a more natural position, reducing the likelihood that you will develop tight, sore and stiff muscles.
· Stretch at the end of each workout. Soreness and stiffness should not be a regular byproduct of your workouts.While novices will almost certainly experience some soreness and stiffness at the onset of their routines, such feelings are normal because you are exercising muscles that likely have not been worked out in quite some time. But as your body becomes acclimated to routine exercise, that soreness and stiffness should go away. If it does not, that’s likely because you are not stretching enough at the end of your workouts. Muscles
· Take time off. Even the most accomplished athletes in the world take days off from their exercise regimens.Tired, overworked muscles are more susceptible to injury, so make sure your body has enough time to rest and recover. Skip a workout if your muscles seem stiff and sore, or change up your routine so you aren’t taxing the muscles that don’t feel up to snuff. The risk of injury is always present for exercise enthusiasts. But there are several ways to greatly reduce that risk. T
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Some side effects of obesity may surprise you
Being overweight or obese can contribute to a host of potentially debilitating ailments. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 40 percent of the United States population is now considered obese, while an additional 34 percent are considered overweight. In Canada, 25 percent SJ XLI TSTYPEXMSR MW GPEWWM½IH as obese and 41 percent are SZIV[IMKLX 8LIWI ½KYVIW illustrate a potentially grave future for Canadians and Americans alike, as the consequences of being overweight or obese include diabetes, heart disease and even death. Cancer The National Cancer Institute says each year thousands of new cases of cancer in men and women can be linked to obesity. Some researchers feel that excess fat cells increase hormonal activity, which can lead to tumor growth. High blood pressure Overweight or obese people have a greater chance of developing high blood pressure. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries while the heart pumps blood. High blood pressure can weaken the heart over time, causing it to work less IJ½GMIRXP] ERH QE] PIEH XS aneurysm, heart failure or stroke. Infertility As with cancer, the potential correlation between obesity and infertility requires further study. But there is some evidence that points to obesity as a contributing factor to infertility. Overweight women tend to have a harder time getting pregnant, and some researchers feel that is because fatty tissue may
cause hormonal changes that impact conception. Type 2 diabetes When a person has type 2 diabetes, his or her body cannot use insulin properly. Over time, the body cannot make enough insulin to regulate blood sugar level. About 80 to 90 percent of people who are obese also have type 2 diabetes, and it’s believed that being overweight places extra stress on the body’s ability to maintain proper glucose levels in the blood, creating a greater need for insulin.This can create a vicious cycle, as insulin use itself can lead to weight gain. Osteoarthritis Overweight individuals frequently develop pain in the joints of their knees, hips and lower backs.The condition occurs as tissue that protects the joints wears away. Extra weight also can wreak havoc on the feet that are forced to bear those extra pounds. Premature birth A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that overweight women are at a greater risk of having a preterm delivery.Too much fat can weaken uterine and cervical membranes. Trouble sleeping Obese and overweight people can have problems sleeping, says the American Sleep Foundation. Obesity can be linked to sleep apnea, a condition in which a person gasps for air or momentarily stops breathing while asleep. This condition can result in frequent interruptions in sleep and an overall poor quality of sleep. T
Stop colds before they start vitamin C in addition to daily exercise can reduce your risk of cold and cut the duration of the cold should you get one. Before taking any supplements, speak with your doctor to make sure they won’t interact negatively with other medications.
The stuffy nose, aches and pains that often accompany the common cold can leave sufferers feeling miserable for a week or more.The following cold prevention tips can increase your chances of making it to spring without losing any days or sleep to the common cold. • Keep kids clean. Schoolaged kids tend to carry home lots of germs, so when kids get home after a long day at school, make sure they wash their hands thoroughly and change into JVIWL SYX½XW 7YGL TVIGEYtionary measures can keep colds and other illnesses from running rampant through your house. • Go outdoors and get some fresh air. It’s a myth that cold air will bring on a cold. In reality, being outside instead of congregating indoors with other sick people may decrease your risk of getting a cold. Don’t be afraid to go outside when the temperatures drop for fear of getting sick. Fresh air and exercise can be good for you. (VMRO TPIRX] SJ ¾YMHW Keeping your body hydrated [MPP LIPT ¾YWL XS\MRW SYX SJ your body, strengthening your immune system and making it more capable of fending off colds. • Keep your distance. Did you know the cold virus can be shot up to three feet away when someone sneezes? The virus travels on the small droplets of saliva and mucus that get propelled from the nose and mouth of a sick individual. If you know someone is sick, stay as far away as possible and wash your hands frequently, paying special attention to your ½RKIVXMTW • Wipe down surfaces. The cold virus can live on surfaces for up to 24 hours. That means a sick person can easily transfer a virus by touching a computer keyboard or remote control he or she shares with others. Use disinfecting wipes or warm, soapy water to clean off doorknobs, telephones, light switches, cabinet handles, and anything that is frequently touched around a home or business. • Let it out gently. Blowing your nose forcefully or pinching your nose to hold back sneezes can irritate nasal passageways and make
Several strategies can reduce your risk of succumbing to the cold virus.
them more vulnerable to infection. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. If you are well, keep your hands away from your mouth, nose and eyes.Viruses are especially good at entering the body through the mucus membranes located in these areas of the body. A combination of frequent handwashing and avoiding touching your face can keep colds at bay. • Maintain your exercise routine. Regular exercise can boost the body’s immune system and help it to fend off foreign invaders, including the cold virus. A recent study found that taking
• Recognize that antibiotics are not the answer. Antibiotics are only effective at treating bacterial infections, not viruses, which means they EVI MRIJJIGXMZI EX ½KLXMRK XLI cold virus.
• If you do get sick, play it smart. Should you succumb to a cold in spite of your best efforts, steer clear of others so you are not spreading the virus. Rest and fuel your body with healthy foods and beverages.There’s no need to visit a doctor for a cold unless you have a fever after several days of being sick. Colds normally last between seven and 10 days. If your symptoms do not improve or if they seem to be worsening, visit your doctor. T
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Yoga and Wellness by Al Dorantes Marchell Scarano s Yoga and Wellness yoga studio is located at 27 West Main Street, Little falls, NY. Yoga and Wellness opened its doors on August 18, 2014 and Marchell explained that the space, Called to me and built itself. From the floor to the walls. Since August Marchell has introduced more people who want to learn about yoga. She added, The thing that interests me is that people are willing; willing to try. Marchell has been teaching yoga for over 30 years. She taught aerobics 70-90 s and brought step aerobics to little
falls when she worked with Little Falls Y. Marchell even trained with legendary Jack Lalane in 1971 and is a certified yoga instructor, certified massage therapist, and certified Tahai yoga massage therapist. Marchell explained that there are 3 parts to her yoga classes regardless of the experience level. The classes start off with PranaYama . Prana means life force and Yama means breathing. Prana Yana is the beneficial movement of breath. After the breathing session Marchell moves on to the second phase of the class; Asana. Asana is the yoga postures. Marchell finishes the class with Savasana which is meditative guided relaxation meant to relax and restore the body mind and spirit. Marchell said, this is when we go on a journey. Yoga and Wellness s yoga classes are mostly women but, some men (approximately 10% and growing) attend. The yoga classes are low impact with positive strengthening of muscle and bone. Yoga releases stress via breathing. Yoga and Wellness has all the mats, blocks, bolsters & straps required for beginners to more experienced practitioners. Marchell is registered with Yoga for Vets and veterans will get their first 4 classes free, That s my commitment to veterans. Yoga and Wellness offers different levels of yoga classes from beginner to experienced. Besides Marchell s yoga classes the studio offers tai chi taught by Fred Chico Urich and belly dancing by Hanahdi Layali
Marchell explained that Yoga and Wellness is a nonjudgmental studio. She said, This studio is not just for perfect yoga bodies. It s for everybody. My idea was that flexible people will always practice yoga or exercise. I want to bring others to yoga. Open your mind to yoga. Stop into Marchell s Yoga and Wellness yoga studio and start your yoga journey. T
Foods that pack a nutritious punch A healthy diet is essential to long-term health. When coupled with routine exercise, healthy diets can be an effective way for men and women to reduce their risk of contracting a variety of diseases, not to mention the positive impact that such a healthy lifestyle can have on an individual s quality of life.The following are a handful of easily found foods that pack a nutritious punch. ¥ Whole wheat and multigrain pasta: Once difficult to find, these low-calorie alternatives to traditional pastas are now available in many large chain grocery stores as well as organic marketplaces. That s good news, as a typical two-ounce serving of whole wheat or multigrain pasta typically includes about seven grams of protein and six grams of fiber. ¥ Nonfat Greek yogurt: Nonfat Greek yogurt is a great low-calorie source of protein, making it a great snack option for men and women who want a snack that can boost their afternoon energy levels without compromising their waistlines. Single serving containers of Greek yogurt tend to be right around six ounces, and that six ounces can include 120 grams of protein or more. ¥ Russet potatoes: If baked potatoes are a side dish you typically only enjoy in restaurants, you might want to consider eating more of them at home. One medi-
um-sized Russet potato is roughly 170 calories and includes three grams of fiber, five grams of protein and 25 percent of your daily recommended dosage of potassium. Russet potatoes also are high in vitamin C and iron. ¥ Fresh spinach: Popeye was on to something, as a four cup serving of fresh bagged spinach is just 20 calories and loaded with vitamins and nutrients. Just one serving of fresh bagged spinach can provide 160 percent of the recommended daily value of vitamin A and 40 percent of the daily value of vitamin C. Spinach is also a great source of folic acid, which can help prevent heart disease, stroke and certain types of cancer. ¥ Dried lentils: Dried lentils make great additions to salads, soups and stews and pack a nutritious punch despite their relatively small serving size. A single serving of dried lentils is 1 4 cup, and that serving includes 10 grams of protein and 11 grams of fiber. ¥ Brown rice: A single 1 4 cup serving of brown rice has roughly 20 less calories than a similar serving of traditional white rice, and brown rice is also a much greater source of dietary fiber (1.8 grams) than white rice (0.4 grams). Brown rice also is rich in selenium, which can reduce a person s risk of developing arthritis, certain cancers and heart disease. T
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For happy health, fuel yourself with dreams and greens. ~Terri Guillemets
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Holliewood Dance and Fitness
by Al Dorantes
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ticipants can burn about 400 - 900+ calories per hour while strengthening and sculpting infrequently used muscles. Pound burns calories while rocking out to your favorite music! Hollie said about the musically infused workout, “It sounds like they’re at the club instead of working out.” Raux went on to explain the pound classes. The mostly [SQIR ½PPIH GPEWWIW EZIVEKI about 50 people per class and happen every day of the week. The earliest class
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and aerial yoga (taught by Marchell from Yoga and Wellness).
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What would your mother say? - Broken New Year’s Resolutions By S.D. Shapiro In the fast paced 21st century we ve traded common sense for the ability to quickly look up information on the internet. We ve forgotten our manners and civility. How do we get back to our roots? Can we get back? Food for thought . . . By now, all your new year s resolutions have been broken. You have not stopped smoking. Your weight remains the same and the exercise you were going to start on the first of the year is still in a box somewhere. And forget about saving money. Humans are creatures of habit and those habits are hard to break. It is so hard to stop smoking because it is not simply a conscious decision. You are fighting a chemical reac-
tion. When nicotine makes its way into the brain it activates the part of your brain that produces feelings of pleasure and reward. Nicotine raises the levels of a neurotransmitter called dopamine. Dopamine, sometimes called the pleasure molecule, is the same neurotransmitter that is involved in addictions to other drugs such as cocaine and heroin.That is just one of the chemical reactions that you will be fighting if you put quit smoking on your new year s resolution list. Saving money or saving more of it is always a big resolution theme. The problem is; everything costs more. Inflation keeps going up but wages keep going backward. And most of us have to deal with the bills that have stacked up preparing for the joyous holiday season. If you are lucky you will save some quarters in a bottle.
Losing weight is another losing battle. More than one third of adult Americans are obese. We eat too much, portions are too big. Just like holiday credit card bills the holiday eating usually leaves a little reminder around our waistlines. What do you do to fight back? There are only 2 ways to really lose weight; diet and exercise. Unless you are already physically fit or your name is Arnold you tend to avoid gyms. The weather in January in Upstate New York is less than conducive for outdoor exercise. How do you exercise? The one resolution we should all try to make is to be less of a jerk to our fellow humans. It is harder than it sounds but if we can offer up just a little extra civility everybody’s day will be a little better. Let’s go back to, if you don’t have anything nice to say then don’t say anything, and let’s start using the golden rule; do unto others as you want them to do unto you. When it comes down to making a new year’s resolution just say no. Just try to be a nicer person and see how that does for you. Stop and think, What would my mother say? She would say, Resolutions are hogwash. But, you should stop smoking and lose a little weight while you’re at it. T
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ing a more mindful approach will let you savor what you eat and give you a more satisfying snack experience. Mindful eating is all about being more aware of what foods you choose — such as the connection to your senses and emotions. Being more conscious of snacking habits can help you make smarter, well-balanced choices and be more intentional with your snacks to be sure you re truly answering your craving. Hone in on your senses of taste and touch with these ideas so you can sit down and savor your next snacking session: Sweet Enjoy the natural sweetness of fruit with a parfait by layering your favorite fruits with plain or vanilla
yogurt and topping with a handful of granola. Top a slice of banana bread with a smear of rich, creamy spreadable cheese, such as The Laughing Cow Creamy Swiss, and add a crunchy protein punch with walnuts. Salty Slice a potato in paperthin pieces and bake in a single layer at 400¡F for about 15 minutes, flipping half-way. Sprinkle with a dash of sea salt before serving either alone or with dip. Jazz up plain popcorn with an assortment of lightly salted nuts and dried fruit. Crunchy Dip pretzel sticks in a light coating of melted chocolate (roll in crushed nuts while chocolate is still wet for extra crunch). For a fresh take on traditional veggies, top mini bagels with a creamy sun-
dried tomato and basil spread, such as the Creamy Mozzarella, SunDried Tomato & Basil Flavor by The Laughing Cow, and add your favorite veggies (cherry tomatoes, roasted red pepper, mushrooms, etc.) for a delicious white pizza. Creamy Treat your taste buds with a richly flavored cheese spread, such as those available from The
Laughing Cow, smeared over a thinly sliced baguette or multi-grain muffin. Mash an avocado with a dash of salt, pepper and garlic; add a squeeze of lime juice and some diced tomatoes for an instant guacamole dip to enjoy with corn chips or tortilla wedges. For more satisfying snack suggestions, visit www.thelaughingcow.com .T
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ubiquitous presence in the American landscape makes them the easy choice. For XLSWI HIEPMRK [MXL WMRKPI parenthood or extremely busy schedules, these prepared foods are an attractive option.The problem is that they have less nutritional substance than LSQI GSSOIH QIEPW *VS^IR TM^^E LEW LMKLIV JEX ERH WEPX GSRXIRX XLER TM^^E QEHI EX home, for example. If you make these fun foods at home, you can control the EQSYRX SJ FEH MRKVIHMIRXW XLEX KS MRXS XLIQ ERH ]SY QMKLX IZIR FI EFPI XS KIX your kids to help you out in XLI GSSOMRK TVSGIWW 8LIVI EVI QER] [E]W XS KS EFSYX OIITMRK OMHW LIEPXL] but the basic idea is that the trends established in childhood will be the trends that people follow as adults. If XLI] KIX QSWX SJ XLIMV QIEPW from processed or fast food and exercise very little, those habits will be much harder to break as an adult. Of course, the opposite of that is true as well. Good ½XRIWW ERH RYXVMXMSR LEFMXW created in childhood will endure. T
Guess Who is Turning Another Year Older?? DEC. 28–JANUARY 3
JANUARY 4–10
JANUARY 11–17
I was born on December 29, 1951, in Honolulu, HI. I recorded the hit single, “If I Can’t Have You.” Who am I?
I was born on January 5, 1985, in Canning Town, East London, England. I recorded the album A Place I Go. Who am I?
I was born on January 12, 1991, in Bromley, London, England. I recorded the album Turn It Up. Who am I?
I was born on January 16, 1989, in Phillipsburg, NJ. I played Daisy Carter on The Young and the Restless. Who am I? Answer: Yvonne Zima
Answer: Amber Benson
I was born on January 9, 1956, in Archway, North London, England. I played the lead role in Vera Drake. Who am I?
I was born on January 15, 1975, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. I won the women’s singles title at the 2000 French Open. Who am I? Answer: Mary Pierce
Answer: Lauren Cohan
I was born on January 8, 1977, in Birmingham, AL. I played Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Who am I?
I was born on January 14, 1957, in New York, NY. I cofounded the band The Verbs. Who am I? Answer: Steve Jordan
Answer: Eddie Redmayne Answer: Imelda Staunton
Answer: Jay Kay Answer: Gabby Douglas Answer: Sophie Okonedo
I was born on January 2, 1970, in Reno, NV. I composed Cloudburst. Who am I?
I was born on January 7, 1982, in Philadelphia, PA. I play Maggie Greene on The Walking Dead. Who am I?
I was born on January 13, 1990, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. I played Gale Hawthorne in The Hunger Games. Who am I? Answer: Liam Hemsworth
Answer: Yvonne Elliman
I was born on January 1, 1969, in London, England. I played Tatiana Rusesabagina in Hotel Rwanda. Who am I?
Answer: Tyler James
I was born on December 31, 1995, in Virginia Beach, VA. I won the gold in the women’s gymnastics allaround at the 2012 Summer Games. Who am I?
I was born on January 6, 1982, in London, England. I played Colin Clark in My Week With Marilyn. Who am I?
Answer: Pixie Lott
I was born on December 30, 1969, in Stretford, Lancashire, England. I am the lead singer of Jamiroquai. Who am I?
Answer: Eric Whitacre
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Flourless Brownie Cookies
Makes one dozen 1/2 cup Casein free softened butter or coconut oil* 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar replacement of your choice 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup white chocolate chips 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup walnuts (optional)
Preheat oven to 350ยบF. Mix together the butter and sugars. Add the egg and vanilla and mix until combined. Mix together the soda, salt, and cocoa and add to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts. Bake for about 10 minutes or until they look done.
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Can beer boost brain power? There is newfound reason to indulge in a pint or two of your favorite beer, and it s not just to catch up and share a few laughs with friends. New research has shown that a chemical compound in beer may be able to im-
actually have the opposite effect and boost brain power. No one should run out an start imbibing just yet, however.The study that ran in Behavioral Brain Research in October
flavonoid found in beer, seemed to improve brain function in the young mice given xanthohumol doses.The cognitive flexibility of the mice was tested with a specially designed maze, and younger mice showed signs of in-
flavonoids, such as those found in red wine, blueberries and dark chocolate, may play a role in helping a person form memories. The mice were given very high doses of the flavonoid. A person would have to drink roughly 2,000 liters of beer a day to equal what the mice consumed to show improvement. However, should a supplement hit the market down the road, it may just be possible for men and women to consume a potentially beneficial amount of xanthohumol without bellying up at the bar. One of the goals of the xanthohumol study was to examine its potential efficacy at treating age-related deficits in memory. Xanthohumol also may benefit those with metabolic syndrome, a condition associated with obesity and high blood pressure, as it can speed metabolism and reduce fatty acids in the liver.
A chemical component in beer hops has been shown to improve brain function in lab mice. It may one day help with age-relative cognitive decline. prove cognitive function. The beverage once thought to obliterate brain cells when consumed in abundance may
2014 was preliminary and only conducted on lab mice. During the study, scientists discovered that xanthohumol, a type of
tellectual improvement. Older mice showed no improvements. Researchers believe xanthohumol and other
Flavonoids are plant compounds that often provide plants with their color. Scientists have attributed many health benefits to flavonoids in foods and plants and have even suggested
flavonoids can help in the fight against cancer and heart disease. Xanthohumol is rare and is most often found in the hops commonly used to make beer. While doctors and researchers do not suggest
running out and consuming a few six packs right now in the goal of improving brain function and cramming for that next test, xanthohumol may one day be harvested from beer hops to slow down age-related memory deficits. T
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Some of Us Are Lucky By Anthony Bagnick A few months ago a neighbor friend had to have serious back surgery. Several days after his surgery he was sent to a rehabilitation center for treatments to his back. I visited him at this therapy center several times. When I walked into his VSSQ SR Q] ½VWX ZMWMX - saw my friend sitting in his bed and smiling as we exchanged big hellos. I also noticed another patient in this room sitting in a wheelchair. This man didn’t have any legs from just below his knees. I said hello to him. He nodded with a slight hello and nothing more. I urged myself to make more conversation [MXL LMQ FYX EX XLEX QMRYXI I didn’t know what to say. I was lost for words. I felt for him. I thought how awful and depressing it must be to lose your legs. I wondered how he lost his legs but thought it better not to ask. I thought he might
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Dental Sedation is it for you?
By Malissa Allen To the dentist you go
Ah, the joy of going to the dentist. It’s that time again to go climb in that chair and let the dentist drill and dig around in your mouth like Bob the builder. Sure they give you shots in the mouth that numb the area being worked on, but those aren’t exactly pain free.
The doctor of the future will give no medicines, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the causes and prevention of disease. ~Thomas Edison
Many people experience severe anxiety just at the thought of going to the dentist before they even get there. For these people is GER FI E LSVVM½G I\TIVMIRGI More and more dentist offers their patients different options of what is known as sedation dentistry.These procedures can range from simple numbing to being unconscious. All dentists offer some means of comfort, depending on your dentist as to what option they use. When making your appointment it is crucial that you let your dentist know if you have any anxiety or fear of the procedure you are having. Not telling them could lead to you having an unpleasant experience. Some people have been known to experience medical emergencies.
gives the medication time for the patient to be sedated upon arrival, assisting with anxiety. Options for sedation dentistry • Novocain-Otherwise known as Procaine Novocain is an anesthetic that is used to numb a local area before surgery or a dental procedure. It’s effectiveness stems from causing numbness, or loss of feeling of the mucous membranes and skin. Novocain is giving by injection prior and during surgery or the dental procedure to ensure the patient feels no pain.
Dentists that offer sedation dentistry use different methods.You may be offered medications or nitrous oxide, otherwise known as “laughing gas”. For those with a fear of dentist the dentist will usually administered anxiety medications that make the patient sleepy. There are times the dentist will prescribe the patient medications to be taken before the appointment.This
This drug made for sleep normally prescribed for those that suffer from insomnia. It is in a class known as hypnotic sedatives that act on the brain producing a calm effect. • HydroxyzineThis drug affects the nervous system by reducing its activity. It is commonly used to treat anxiety along with tension. When medication alone isn’t enough, Dentist will add to the protocol, Nitrous Oxide.This, along with the injections for numbing purposes and medication are for patients that are extremely fatigued and anxious with fear.
• Nitrous oxide- known as 2SZSGEMR MW XLI ½VWX STXMSR laughing gas dentist use but for those Nitrous Oxide got the that suffer from anxiety, oth- name “laughing gas” due to er options are available. the feeling it gives once you have inhaled it. It causes a Many patients suffer from euphoric effect that relaxes high anxiety before and the mind and body. during visits to the dentist. Medications are normally The effect it has on people given to the patient prior to varies.While it shows no the procedure to calm and change other than sleep on relax them making it easier some people, others display for the patient as well as the rather odd behaviors. dentist. Nitrous Oxide has become a popular recreational drug There are 3 most common due to the euphoria feeling it gives.Teenagers like to medications dentist use for use it due to it not having a anxiety relief: lasting effect. • Valium-generic name It is also used in Motorcar Diazepam racing and in Rocketry to This medication changes increase the power in the brain chemicals that cause engines. anxiety when the brain Types of sedation becomes unbalanced. Along with anxiety,Valium is used There are different levels to treat alcohol withdrawals, of sedation.The amount of muscle spasms and seizures. work the dentist is doing along with the amount of • Halcion-
anxiety the patient displays with determine the protocol of sedation. • Conscious sedation Conscious sedation is a mixture of medicines to help you relax.The dentist will use a numbing solution and a sedative. For pediatric dentistry this is a widely used and safe procedure. For the dentist it makes it much easier to do the procedures. Once the medication has worn off chances are they may not even remember having the procedure done. T
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What you need to know about Ebola Ebola has been ravaging residents of West Africa for quite some time, but the virus hit closer to home when the disease touched down in North America in September of 2014.The presence of the Ebola virus in the United States sparked immediate panic, but many concerns surrounding this potentially deadly virus are unfounded. What is Ebola? Ebola is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with a strain of an Ebola virus, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Though Ebola primarily affects humans and other primates, it also can be passed by bats and other wild animals. Ebola viruses are contained in five different varieties: Ebola virus (formerly Zaire virus), Sudan virus,Ta Forest virus, Bundibugyo virus, and Reston virus. Little is known of how the virus first passes to humans, but it could be through interaction or consump-
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tion of infected wild animals. Human-to-human transmission is to blame for the epidemic in Africa. How is Ebola contracted? In humans, Ebola spreads only via direct contact with the bodily fluids of a person who has developed symptoms of the virus. Fluids that may contain the Ebola virus include saliva, blood, mucus, vomit, feces, tears, breast milk, urine, and semen.The World Health Organization says only people who are quite sick are able to spread Ebola through saliva, and more studies are necessary to determine if the virus can be transmitted through sweat. Many people are infected when they come in contact with blood, vomit and feces from infected individuals.Vomiting and diarrhea are main symptoms of the disease and prolific transmitters of the virus. It s important to note that deceased bodies remain infectious, and people handling human remains have contracted the virus from burial rituals and embalming. Even if a person has recovered from Ebola, the virus may still be able to persist in semen or breast milk of survivors for up to seven weeks. Caution is always suggested to prevent additional transmission. What are Ebola symptoms? The incubation period for Ebola is between two and 21 days. Many infected persons exhibit no symptoms during this time.Typically, the first symptoms of the virus to appear are the sudden onset of fever, fatigue, muscle pain, headache, and sore throat, according to the WHO.Vomiting, rash, diarrhea, and symptoms of impaired kidney and liver function may eventually appear. In some cases, internal and external bleeding may occur. It can be very difficult to distinguish Ebola from other infectious diseases. Several tests are required to confirm Ebola is the culprit behind symptoms. How is Ebola treated? Many nations do not have the necessary medical care facilities and equipment to treat Ebola or contain the disease.There are currently no proven treatments
available for Ebola, nor a vaccine. However, supportive care in the way of rehydration and treatment of specific symptoms can improve a patient s chance of survival. Experimental treatments with blood products and immune therapies also are being evaluated. At press time, two Texas nurses, who contracted Ebola while treating the late Thomas Eric Duncan, the first person to be diagnosed with Ebola in the United States, were recovering quite well. Process for avoiding Ebola and containing the virus Successful outbreak control relies heavily on case management, monitoring symptoms, good laboratory services, and safe burials.The CDC recommends practices of careful hygiene, including washing hands with soap and water. Avoidance of blood and body fluids is key. Anyone who has had contact with someone suffering from Ebola is at risk.The virus can enter the body through broken skin or unprotected mucus membranes in the eyes, nose or mouth, and the CDC released updated guidelines for people who might have been exposed to the Ebola virus. The new guidelines increase the level of protection by outlining different levels of exposure and outlining different public health actions that can be taken for each of those levels of exposure, said CDC Director Dr.Tom Frieden. Direct contact with infected body fluids, for instance, would be classified as high risk. Someone would be considered low risk if he or she traveled on an airplane with a person showing symptoms of Ebola. At press time, no travel restrictions to North America from West Africa had been implemented. However, travelers should expect screenings for symptoms at airports. While Ebola has a high fatality rate elsewhere in the world, health advisors want to reiterate that pneumonia and the flu are responsible for more deaths in the United States than Ebola. T
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