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Local • Vibrant • You! Leader-Telegram Magazine Summer 2016

FITBITS A step in a

fashion sense

healthier direction?

HAVE YOUR CAKE eat it too

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with less sugar

COMFORT IS TRENDING HOT

FIX YOUR LAUNDRY MISTAKES

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AN EVOLUTION OF THE FASHIONISTA’S WARDROBE

Summertime for for including older family members Seniors Tips & friends in summer fun

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from the editor Hola Her friends!

Your new editor here, premiering a run as successor to my mega-talented former coworker Blythe Wachter.

We’ve got some time to get to know each other, but here’s a place to start: I am 28 years old, working full-time as a reporter for the Leader-Telegram. I am a transplant to Eau Claire from Wausau. I’m trying to learn to sew, I’m super uncomfortable in warm weather (so I’ll be taking advice from my article on types of fabrics to wear to stay cool in summer heat), I love TED Talks and science is my jam.

Speaking of jam, I also love pretty much everything with boatloads of sugar.

I love sugar.

I crave that gooey goodness of a Mike & Ike, the melt-in-your-mouth sensation of a Junior Mint, the delictable softness of caramel melting between my fingers.

I am a Skittles fiend and a taffy addict. I don’t even really like chocolate, but it still tends to disappear when I’m around.

I’m pretty sure I can’t give it up, but I could probably try to cut back. Writer Eva Apelqvist tells me how much to pare down while convincing me I can “have my cake and eat it, too.”

She cites dietary guidelines that recommend how much sugar is too much and provides some tips and tricks for those of us looking to swap out our devil-may-care attitude in favor of one a little more health wise.

Running with the health beat is Emily Miels who digs into the craze over Fitbits and smart watches that track steps, tell us when we’ve been sitting too long and monitor our sleep patterns.

While I haven’t yet jumped on the Fitbit bandwagon, I fancy myself a fan of another something that’s certainly grown in popularity, especially in Eau Claire – kubb. Apelqvist highlights the benefits of the lawngame that can be enjoyed by everyone in her article that talks about fun ways to include older adults in summer outings.

Have a great summer!

Elizabeth

Her Impressions editor Connect with me! Follow me on Twitter at @Edohms_LT, email me at elizabeth.dohms@ecpc.com or call me at 715-833-9206.

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trends Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised to notice a resurgence of metallic shades and metals incorporated into home designs in this year.

Trends in home remodeling and decor tend to come and go. Something that is popular for a little while can fall out of favor when the next new idea comes along. New trends are always on the horizon.

Metallics and metals are back:

Although stainless steel accents in the kitchen have long been popular, the glistening look of metal and metallic shades are back in a big way. Inspired by the 1950s and 1970s, brass, gold and metallic finishes are popular right now.

Texture: Texture is a big component of interior design. Furniture and accessories featuring faux fur and natural fibers are becoming popular. Pieces adorned with cozy materials can seem more inviting.

Organic shapes, such as tables looking like the tree trunk they were cut from, also are expected to become more popular.

Artisanal touches in accessories: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about getting back to basics, with homeowners desiring pieces that are one-of-a-kind and handmade

rather than mass-produced. Expect to see more accessories that are made by hand or in small batches, like pottery or handwoven textiles, as homeowners are increasingly turning to independent artists and artisans when decorating their homes. Homeowners can even support independent artists when choosing art for their homes. For example, YourArtGallery.com provides an online marketplace for artists to showcase and sell their work, and buyers looking to support independent artists can rest easy knowing that 90 percent of all image royalties go directly to the artist, a stark contrast to the roughly 50 percent offered by more traditional galleries.

Fabric on the walls: Walls also will be covered in texture and pattern. Textiles will increasingly turn up on walls and in places they havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t traditionally been

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seen. Patterns may lean toward floral, tropical and indigenous artisan weaving designs.

Pinks and blues: Expect to see

pale pink and blue in various design applications. The Pantone Color InstituteÂŽ released a blending of two colors, Rose Quartz and Serenity, as their 2016 Color of the Year. This has impacted color trends through all areas of design â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including home touches. These colors pair well with mid-tones, like browns and greens, as well as the increasingly popular metallics.

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Comfort is in.

But what types of fabric are best for summer and how do we ensure those garments last?

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By Elizabeth Dohms

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Kathryn Kujawa opens her lecture every year with a question.

“What fibers are you wearing?” she asks UW­-Stout students in her textiles class. ”Overwhelmingly for the last two years it has been polyester,” said Kujawa, an assistant professor in apparel design and development. “Students don’t even realize they are wearing it — most people have no education about fabrics or fabric care.”

That wasn’t always the case. In the pre-Victorian era, people mended their own clothes that they wore for years, Kujawa said. Clothing offered protection, and for that, it was a precious commodity.

After the Industrial Revolution, each decade spurred its own fashion fads, from the experimentation with faux silks in the 1930s to the wearableness of plastics and vinyls as a result of the world’s fascination with the space program in the 1960s. Grunge took the scene in the 1990s, especially

with bands like Nirvana entering the mainstream. But the Walmart explosion during that decade also led to widespread availability and affordability of cheaply produced clothing. Nowadays, in larger markets, trends are turning toward more environmentally conscious production of clothing, said Los Angeles technical designer Raquel Vasseur, formerly of Menomonie.

“There’s a few companies in L.A. that are dedicated to producing this type of clothing,” she said of environmentally friendly, recyclable or green garments.

“When you make clothes, there’s a lot of chemicals and dyes that are going into making them. Now it’s more about being natural and if it’s going to hurt the environment, taking that into consideration.”

The trend hasn’t yet hit middle America, where people can fill tubs of clothing that sit in attics or garages — a habit the rest of the world has a hard time understanding, Kujawa said. “(In Europe) you could wear the same thing everyday and no one would say anything because it’s quality and it’s tailored to you,” she said. “We just have a voracious appetite to consume; we also have the room for it.”

The prevalence of cheap, casual clothes is noticed, too, by Details owner Mickey Judkins, who travels to major markets in New York, Los Angeles and Europe for trendy clothes and jewelry with which she stocks her store at 502 Water St. “I always tell people not to apologize for being well-dressed,” she said. “You have 10 seconds to make a first impression, and I recommend that you let your clothes work for you.”

Taking care of clothes also seems to be relegated to the past.Vasseur, who once ran a brick-and-mortar store, Little L.A. in Menomonie and Eau Claire, doesn’t know many people who still iron.

“I definitely have some of those items (where you say) what’s the point of ironing these, or even hanging them up for that matter,” said the designer running her online store by the same name while working on the production side of the industry for Lucky Brand. “Then I have my other pieces that are more of an investment — those I really take care of.”

So how do we properly take care of our clothes?

It totally depends on the fabric.

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5. KEEP THE CYCLES SHORT.

Unless the piece of clothing is truly soiled and dirty, these clothes should be washed on a short cycle and lightly dried in low temperatures for about five to 10 minutes and then hung to dry. This will preserve the color and texture much longer.

Synthetics need even less washing.

“They tend to repel most dirt because they’re not water friendly and they don’t attract water or moisture,” Kujawa said. That can make it tough to get stains out, since it requires getting moisture into the molecule.

Unsoiled clothes really only need to be hung up.

Do not put synthetics in hot dryers. It can literally melt the fabric, change the makeup of the molecules or permanently crease.

Both Judkins and Vasseur follow such advice.

“I use a gentle cycle in the washer and hang most clothes so the dryer does not damage them,” Judkins said.

Vasseur said: “I don’t throw in the dryer really anything. It fades the colors and I feel like once I put it in the dryer, it just wears out so much faster.”

Cont. from pg 9

Here are a few good rules of thumb for natural fibers such as linen and cotton:

1. DON’T OVERWASH THEM.

“Most people tend to throw them in the longest cycle, and that’s destroying fibers and the fabrics and making your clothes wear out quicker,” Kujawa said.

2. AVOID HOT WATER & DON’T USE BLEACH.

Most clothes need only to be lightly cleaned or rinsed, Kujawa said.

3. USE ABOUT 1/3 THE AMOUNT OF DETERGENT.

This is realitvely new idea. Kujawa said detergents are extremely harsh — comprised of a small amount of cleaning solution and water — and oftentimes too strong for normal washing.

4. THE KEY IS WATER, NOT SUDS. “You don’t really want suds,” Kujawa said. “Soap and bubbles redeposit on your clothes.” There should be twice as much water as clothing. Soap and detergent trap the dirt in the molecules. There needs to be enough water to wash that all away.

What fabrics are best for those hot, summer days?

Cottons and linen are still No. 1 for comfort. Before now, Kujawa would have even added lightweight wools to the mix. But we’re at a turning point in the industry, she said, with new fibers that have lightweight properties and literally work to cool the body down. For example, wicking technology, first tried in socks and other like garments, is used to move moisture away from the body. Wicking, which means transportation, is a process where moisture that’s on the skin is initially absorbed by one fiber that moves toward the outside of the garment, allowing that moisture to evaporate.

“Mixing cotton with synthetic, fibers can be trained to absorb (the moisture) and let it go,” Kujawa said.

While cotton itself doesn’t have wicking potential, it’s a favorite to blend with other fabrics to allow better airflow.

“There’s always a lot of poly-cotton blends,” Vasseur said by phone from L.A. “I always tend to lean more towards anything cotton for summer, just because it is really light and airy and keeps you cool.”

Linen is showing up again in the U.S., Kujawa said, but it’s more expensive.

“Many designers are using a linen jersey that is very nice for T-shirts,” Judkins said.

Judkins finds success selling clothes that are easy to care for and require no ironing.

“Women need clothes that are comfortable and easy care,” she said. “Life is demanding, so you don’t need clothes that are complicated.”

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“Pale pink will also look great with next fall’s hot new color of chocolate brown,” Judkins said.

This year’s trends

Antique floral prints

are big this year, said Judkins.

Blues in all shades,

from a pale robin’s egg to a dark navy are big, as are pinks.

In L.A., Vasseur is seeing big trends in neutral and natural colors such as greys, tans or light tans, blush and muted colors.

“They all go well together, so you can mix and match neutral colors,” she said.

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Elsewhere, Vasseur noticed a rise in

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St. Paul’s

Little Lambs Child Care Center and Preschool 721 S State Street, Fall Creek WI

Preschool Open House

Quality care for children between the ages of 4 weeks – 12 years. We provide: • Full time/part time child care • School-age summer care • Before-school and after-school care • Wrap-around care for 4K & preschool • Preschool held T/Th from 9:00-11:30a.m.

• Outreach ministry of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church • Accepts WI Shares Funding • Flexible scheduling • Multi-child discount Matthew 19:14 – Jesus said “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

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At St. Mark Preschool we provide a Christ-centered education, assisting parents in nurturing the whole child. We provide hands-on experiences and interaction with activities and materials.

Open to children who are at least 4 years old by September 1 of the year they are enrolling.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Mornings 3307 State Street, Eau Claire, WI

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• Small classes with experienced teachers.

• Rooms and activities designed for preschool work and play.

• See classes in action. Call for a tour!

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history of

textiles *Content provided by Kathryn Kujawa, UW-Stout assistant professor, department of Apparel and Communications Technologies

Pre-Victorian Eras •

People raised sheep or other animals; they spun fibers into yarn and then wove cloth

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All homes responsible for their own clothing

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Women were educated until eighth grade and then were taught home keeping and textile production in school

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Women worked on making clothing from age 9 to make sure they had enough when they got married

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Kings and queens had luxury textiles they exchanged with other royalty around the world. Factories were owned by royals, so money was given to keep pushing quality and innovation

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Clothing was precious for protection. People mended and wore clothing for years

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Clothing a symbol of wealth and class

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Haute Couture is born, perfection in sewing and tailoring to fit

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People aware of upper class’ trends through printed media published quickly and cheaply

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Industrial revolution sparks new inventions that help make textiles and clothing

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Mass manufacturing begins of soldiers’ uniforms, shoes, socks

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Growth in super department stores with custom designed clothing, bargain basements and floors dedicated to fabrics, trims, yarns and crafts. Women would spend the whole day at the stores taking classes, watching fashion shows, etc.

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Sports clothing began showing up in department stores and catalogs

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Post WWI, women stop listening to rules passed down from mothers/ grandmothers and embrace modernity

• WWII: Shortages for silk, wool, leather, rubber, etc.

• Scientists split the atom, understand polymerization and work with petroleum products to start creating new textiles

1920s: More women are dressing in the same trends for clothing, accessories, shoes, hairstyles, etc.

• Synthetic fibers are born and include nylon, polyester, acrylic, modacrylic, olefin, etc.

Corsets replaced with slip dresses and clothes that are lightweight.

Creates a huge demand for silk for dresses and silk stockings

• After WWII, women go back to Victorian styles.

New Look Dior 1947 that depicts women as flowers popularizes tight corsets again

1930s: experimentation with faux silks.

Innovations try to mimic silk with early rayon weren’t very successful

• People are judged by clothing; being properly dressed meant everything.

Late 1930s: More experimentation and introduction of nylon that’s not the best for dresses but shiny and lightweight

• A huge movement into cocktail and eveningwear.

This is the last hurrah for silk for daytime suits and dresses and evening wear

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Fascination with the space program and other worlds leads to widespread wear of plastics and vinyls

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Pants not allowed on campus until late ‘60s — there were issues with pants and appropriateness

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This becomes more about fashion being new and modern than being comfortable

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Big time of synthetic blends to help cheapen natural fibers

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A breakaway from the hourglass silhouette toward a desire be more modern and more childlike; simple trapeze shift dresses introduced by Yves Saint Laurent for DIOR in 1957

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Synthetics can be heat set and they hold their shape, which reduces ironing and wrinkling

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Modern woman no longer wants to do housework. Women look for easy-care fabrics such as double knits

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Interest in stretch fabrics begins

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Stiffer fabrics helped to hold trapeze shape

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Hippies have natural fibers; others wear disco polyester

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Dress for success movement is popular; women choose careers and need suits to compete.

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There’s a birth of interest in denim: jeans become the equalizer of both sexes and class in society.

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Denim is the beginning of dressing down and being casual

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Working out and jogging trends make way for warm-up suits, track suits

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New trends in working out

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MTV music videos show off new looks in leather and vinyl, zippers, boots, gloves

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By mid 1990s, fashion starts to see more Asian influences

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Grunge look made popular by Nirvana.

The idea was to look poor in distressed clothes accessorized with studs, leather

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Messy and very casual styles left little desire or reason for ironing

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Casual looks dominate. Sporty clothing areas explode

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Microfibers, lyocell being created

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Most American companies have closed or converted to import structures

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A culture of cheap prevails as does the multi-purchase concept: more is more

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Fewer people are wearing wool and silk; only at top designer levels

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Companies stop developing new ideas because the risk of being wrong is too high

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Online shopping changes need for brick and mortar stores and malls

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Factories and manufacturers in Europe are trying to save artisan and craft of textiles, tailoring, etc.

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Neon and day glow colors introduced

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Spandex leggings and tights first introduced for sports and then trickle into everyday wear.

2005 and later: small companies in America are trying to capture old-fashioned craft of clothing and textiles

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2005 and later: people are concerned with pollution and filling land fills; synthetic fibers never decompose

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Gothic and punk looks are strong

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There are a lot of scientific ideas and innovations but no market and not a lot of money invested in them

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Dubbed “anti-fashion” because there is no one trend women follow

Emergence of smart textiles: new fabric with light, sound, heat and computer chips embedded

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Future

• Military influences fashion with camouflage, military buttons, zippers and power clothing

Stronger and more protective gear

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Men and women looking to give back to their communities can do so in various ways. Some might coach youth sports teams, while others might organize food and clothing drives for the less fortunate.

to have their meals delivered to them. Men and women looking to help seniors can volunteer to work with their local Meals on Wheels program. Meals on Wheels boasts a national network of more than 5,000 independently run programs, and these programs rely on more than two million volunteers to deliver nutritious meals to seniors with limited mobility. The need for volunteers to help seniors figures to grow in the coming decades, as Meals on Wheels America notes that the percentage of the population that qualifies as seniors will grow from 18 percent in 2010 to 26 percent by 2050.

Help around the house. The work required to maintain a home is considerable no matter a person’s age, but that task is even more difficult for seniors. Even the healthiest seniors may not have the mobility or physical strength required to keep up with household chores. Offering to help a senior maintain his or her home is a great way to improve their quality of life. Visit an elderly relative or neighbor and offer to mow their lawn, take out their garbage or perform another task they might find challenging. Performing a few chores around a senior’s house won’t take long, but such gestures can have a big impact on seniors’ lives.

Invite seniors over for dinner. Many seniors suffer from feelings of isolation, which can contribute to depression. Families are now more geographically diverse, and a senior’s children and grandchildren may not live nearby. In such cases, it’s easy for seniors to grow lonely and feel isolated from their communities. Inviting seniors over for a weekly dinner or to backyard social gatherings can help them maintain a connection to their communities and reduce their feelings of isolation. Extending such invitations also provides a great way for parents to instill in their children a respect for and appreciation of the elderly.

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Arrange transportation for seniors who no longer drive. Many seniors stop driving when they realize their skills

behind the wheel have diminished. But even though they may relinquish their drivers’ licenses, seniors still need to keep their doctor’s appointments and get out of the house. Speak with your neighbors who also want to help seniors to arrange transportation for those who can no longer get themselves around town. Explain to seniors’ physicians when you or your neighbors are most available to get seniors to their appointments. In addition, offer to drive seniors to the grocery store when making your own shopping trips.

Many seniors made valuable contributions to the communities they call home. And those communities can give back by helping seniors overcome the demands of aging.

To learn more , contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715-839-4735, 888-338-4636 or adrc@co.eau-claire.wi.us.

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It takes a just a little preparation to make sure older adults are enjoying their summer, too There is a myth about aging, said Lisa Wells, dementia care specialist with the Aging and Disability Resource Center in Eau Claire.

“Not everybody is hard of hearing or has vision loss or is depressed or cranky,” she said.

“Aging has changed a lot over the years. People are living better now, more healthfully.”

There are many options for fun outings that include older adults, Wells said. The best way to ensure that your day is successful is to begin with realistic expectations.

1. Know the limits of all people involved.

Does your plan include a walk? Some things that might be possible for a person in a wheelchair might be more difficult for someone with a walker or who walks without any kind of aid. Know whether the ground is flat and if there are obstacles such as stairs.

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ECCT has another busy summer planned of summer classes for all ages, events and quality family entertainment. This summer over 40 classes for ages 3-18 are being offered in all areas of theatre.

Students in the Eau Claire & Chippewa Falls school districts can take a number of classes for FREE this summer- complete details at www.ecct.org. ECCT will be hosting two events this summer- the UV Splash 5K the evening of June 24 at the Northern WI State Fairgrounds and the 6th annual Show Us Your Talent Competition at the state fair in Chippewa Falls July 13-16.

If you’re looking to see a show this summer there are 8 to choose from. The summer season kicks off with the Broadway musical parody FORBIDDEN BROADWAY’s GREATEST HITS, June 16-19, followed by 5 performances June 30-July1 of the family favorite “101 DALMATIANS,” based on the classic Disney cartoon. Both shows are at The Oxford.

July starts off with GAME SHOW: The Comedy YOU Play, playing at The Oxford July 7-10, followed by 5 performances of another family classic July 21-22, THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES. The 27th Season officially ends with the blockbuster musical THE WIZARD OF OZ playing at the State Theatre July 27-31. Based on the classic movie the show features all the familiar songs complete with flying from Hall & Associates Flying Effects. The summer series ends on August 6 at 2pm when the 50 students in a week-long class perform Disney’s MY SON PINOCCHIO, based on the classic Pinocchio cartoon.

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If the outing includes a concert, it’s a good idea to learn about the older adult’s hearing, Wells said.

If the person hears well, he or she might be bothered by sitting too close to the speakers. On the other hand, if he or she has difficulties hearing, then sitting closer to the stage or the speakers might be preferred.

2. Know the attention span and energy level of the person you’re with.

“And have a backup plan,” Wells said. “Especially if the person you’re with depends on you for transportation. You might suggest that if things don’t work out as planned today, you will try on Friday instead.”

If you are with somebody who lives with dementia, there are a few specific things you need to consider before you venture too far from home, Wells said.

Before leaving the house, make sure you know the name and contact information of the person’s doctor. Bring along medications that have to be taken before you return home again.

To help preserve your friend or family member’s dignity, it might also be helpful to carry a business card-like note indicating that you are with a person living with Alzheimer’s. That way, you can hand the card discretely to a person you’re interacting with, such as a store attendant or a waitress in a restaurant.

You’ll also want to think ahead so you don’t get stuck in one activity for too long, Wells said. A two-hour concert might work for a person with dementia if they’re able to get up in the middle of the concert and move around or leave after an hour.

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“Kubb is a game of skill and a little bit of luck,” said Eric Anderson, director for the U.S. National Kubb Championship based in Eau Claire.

“The whole premise of the game is that you throw batons on wooden blocks.”

The very best thing about kubb, according to Anderson, is that anybody can play, no matter the age.

“Seven or 80,” he said. “(Kubb is) not a game that discriminates. You don’t even have to be in good shape.

If you can throw a stick, you can play.”

Cont. from pg 25

Wells cautions against arguing with someone who lives with dementia.

3.What to do?

“Don’t you remember, Mom?” is not a great comment, she said. Instead, just agree. If John F. Kennedy is the president to the person you’re with, then Kennedy is indeed the president.

Many people enjoy music, Wells said.

She suggests looking for concerts at churches and schools, and mentioned park venues might be difficult for some people to navigate.

When you’re thinking of a successful outing with someone who lives with dementia, consider activities the person has enjoyed in the past. Those are the ones he or she is most likely to enjoy today, Wells said.

Wells also recommends attending sporting events. But participating in them might be another option, especially a low-stress, no-impact sport like kubb, which has grown in popularity the past few years.

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“Seven or 80,” he said. “It’s not a game that discriminates. You don’t even have to be in good shape. If you can throw a stick, you can play.”

Kubb rules include special provisions for wheelchairs. And it’s one of the few sports where men and women compete on an equal footing, Anderson said.

“When you get a stick in your hand, you just want to throw it,” Anderson said. “And it is just as possible for an older adult as it is for you or me.”

If someone has difficulties throwing the entire distance, whether a young child or an older adult, the pitch could be shortened.

Besides, you can put up a game of kubb anywhere — in the grass, sand or wherever there is flat ground.

If your older friend or relative has difficulties moving around, the game can be moved to them.

“Kubb unites people,” Anderson said. “I’ve experienced it. We live in a society where everybody is hooked up to their devices all the time.

This is a game where you can really interact — children, grandchildren, grandparents. This game is for everybody.”

More on Kubb If energy levels are low, don’t underestimate the benefits of an afternoon drive.

“Such a thing of the past,” Wells said. “We live in a beautiful part of the country. It’s an enjoyable thing to do together. And of course you have to stop for ice cream.”

Wells also suggested picnics, church events and finding places where you can volunteer together.

“Volunteering adds a sense of purpose — something we all want in our lives,” she said. “Eighty-to 90-year-olds have much to offer, so many stories. They have experienced a lot.”

Finally, Wells suggested going out to eat together. That’s something nearly everyone enjoys.

Eau Claire Kubb League Facebook page: facebook.com/ events/1547028495553097 Lists of rules, tournaments and events: usakubb.org Local places that sell kubb sets and other backyard games: Chippewa Valley Sporting Goods: cv-sports.com Northwind Book and Fiber in Spooner: northwindbook. com

More on the ADRC The Aging and Disability Resource Center in Eau Claire: co.eau-claire.wi.us/ departments/departmentsa-k/aging-disabilityresource-center

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We all have bad days, get “down in the dumps” or “feel blue.”

Maybe it was a bad work day, trouble in a relationship, bad weather, or just feeling low.

If you are suffering from depression, however, you are being afflicted with a condition, not reacting to an external situation. It is often difficult for someone suffering from depression to put into words how they are feeling.

Because depression can appear like someone is just feeling down, it is even more difficult for others to understand what the person is actually experiencing.

If you are, or suspect you are suffering from depression or other mental illness, you need to reach out for help, just as you would if you were experiencing symptoms of high blood pressure or low blood sugar. Here are steps you can take to find help and get support:

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Call 2-1-1 – They are ready for your call 24 hours a day. They will ask you some questions, determine your needs, and connect you to services and programs in the area that can help you.

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(from Depression Alliance at www.depressionalliance.org) You might have noticed that your loved one seems tired all the time, or stressed and withdrawn. They may be avoiding things they normally enjoy. There might be headaches, nausea or sleeping problems. They might talk to you about not feeling themselves. Spotting the signs of depression can be difficult. Depression can affect anyone, but the right treatment and support can help.

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My family has been involved in 4-H since my oldest daughter, now 20, was five. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made so many memories as a family through 4-H and one of the biggest highlights is our week at the Eau Claire County Fair. My four kids range in age from eight to twenty so I am always on the lookout for events that offer enjoyment for the whole family. The Eau Claire County Fair provides a one-time opportunity July 27-31 for family fun. But, 4H provides endless opportunities for learning and fun for the whole family.

On Sunday the whole family can enjoy the charcoal chicken dinner and sample pies from the pie baking contest. Kids can watch rocket exhibits being launched, try their hand at lots of hands-on learning in the STEM Day at the Fair tent sponsored by UW-Eau Claire Blugold Beginnings, try on the pedal tractor pull challenge, or watch the Cowboy Mounted Shooting exhibition.

Sunday will be the perfect summer learning adventure for the whole family.

You might just come for the day or you might find out that 4H is just the organization for your family! If your fair experience turns out to be the beginning of a 4H journey, I hope yours will be filled with as many memories as ours.

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The electric assist bicycle is one of the lesser known phenomenons to hit the market, but if you experience knee pain or exercise-induced asthma – this bike will provide you the tool to stay active outdoors. These bikes make riding easy for anyone from helping propel you up a hill, ride into the wind, commute to work, or enjoy the outdoors with your family. With less effort exerted during riding you should be able to ride longer and with enjoyment!

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An electric assist bicycle, or e-bike, is a bicycle with an integrated electric motor which can be used for propulsion, but retains the ability to be pedaled. Here at Riverside Bike & Skate, we carry TREK and Electra electric assist bicycles.

They provide the boost to your own pedal power.

The speed and power varies by model while all feature puncture-resistant tires, disc brakes, and a rechargeable battery that can be plugged into any household outlet. The 3 popular bikes include the LIFT+, CONDUIT+, and the XM700+ which are not only easy to ride, but also easy to store.

The LIFT+ bikes give a comfortable ride and smooth power boost to help with long rides, hills, and headwinds. This bike is lightweight and yet powerful. Nothing will slow you down.

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While the motor of these electric assist bikes will help ease the experience, you will still be getting consistent exercise on your bike. With less effort exerted you should be able to ride longer and all doctors agree consistent exercise is key to good health.

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FITNESS

a step in a healthier direction

By Emily Miels

Rise of Fitbits, other fitness bands become regular part of workout routines

Active much?

Meet Fitbit

Now it seems the only thing tedious about working out is getting sweaty.

But what exactly does a Fitbit do? That depends on what the user wants from it.

Counting calories, tracking steps, monitoring sleep and keeping up with an active lifestyle are all achievable with a simple electronic device.

The Fitbit company, based in San Francisco, sells a range of products that can do anything from simply count steps to track GPS and display onscreen workouts.

Fitbits — a brand of fitness bands and devices — have become a part of the exercise routines and daily lives of many in the Chippewa Valley.

Employees from Highland Fitness and Gold’s Gym in Eau Claire said they’ve seen increases in members using Fitbits or similar devices while working out and attempting to reach their fitness goals.

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The Fitbit Blaze, released earlier this year, includes those functions plus heart rate tracking and smart notifications for things such as calls, texts and calendar alerts. The smart fitness watch costs about $199.

Fitbit Alta, also released earlier this year, automatically tracks users’ activity, exercise and sleep and comes

with “reminders to move” — a nudge to users to stay active throughout the day.

These bands cost about $129.

On the opposite end of the product scale, the Fitbit Zip, about $59, tracks steps, distance, calories burned and active minutes and has wireless syncing.

“They are wonderful for people who are starting out and for people wanting to keep track and see how much (they’re) burning and moving throughout the day,” Jan Ziegler-Hunt, fitness and wellness director at Chippewa Valley Family YMCA, said of the various Fitbits and activity trackers.

Fitbit breaks down its products into three categories: everyday, active and performance. The company’s website, fitbit. com, includes a comparison option so shoppers can see differences between various Fitbit products to find the one that best suits their styles.

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Crazy for trackers Casey Wick, operations manager at Gold’s Gym in Eau Claire, said about 75 percent of her clients use some type of tracking device, such as a heart rate monitor or activity band.

There certainly has been an increase in people interested in fitness trackers, and Fitbits seem to be most popular now, said Matt Nolan, assistant store manager at Best Buy in Eau Claire.

“The whole health and fitness end of things, and using technology for people to personally monitor their step count and things like that, has increased pretty substantially over the last year (or) yearand-a-half,” Nolan said.

He added: “It’s a pretty popular option people go to to monitor and make sure they’re keeping active.”

Fitbit sold more than 21 million health and fitness devices in 2015, according to a news release, and U.S. purchases accounted for 74 percent of the company’s revenue for its 2015 fiscal year.

Retailers are selling products similar to Fitbits and with similar capabilities, such as Garmin’s Vivofit and Apple smartwatches. They all vary in price.

When asked for recommendations from customers, Nolan said the biggest factor when answering is figuring out how involved customers are looking to get.

He said some devices can be linked to smart phones and can track the amount of water intake per day.

“If they just want to make sure they’re reaching 10,000 steps a day, that’s kind of the most basic one,” he said.

Beth Scheppke of Eau Claire said she uses her Fitbit mostly to track calories and finds it motivating.

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The Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild is offering arts classes for kids ages 4-18 at The Grand Theatre in Eau Claire.

Classes include dance, singing, acting, putting on a whole show, improv, costuming, stage makeup and theatre tech (behind the scenes fun.) New and exciting this year: children currently enrolled in the Eau Claire Area School District will be able to sign up for classes for free! The 16th annual Summer Youth Drama Camp will be held the weeks of June 13, 20 & 27. Classes are one week in length and are designed to build confidence and skills in a fun and safe environment. Kids can audition for this summer’s classic play, Pinocchio.

Everyone will get a part with two casts performing for the public at The Grand Theatre on July 10-12.

Since 2005, the Theatre Guild has held a successful two-week Shakespeare Workshop for teens designed for students interested in acting and the behind the scenes aspect of theatre (lights, scenery, costumes, sound, props). The workshop is open to entering freshmen through graduating seniors and is designed to give students the skills to interpret, perform and design a Shakespearean play. This year’s play is A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The public can see the play at 7:00pm on July 28-29 at The Grand Theatre. The workshop runs 9:00am to 4:00pm on July 18-22 and July 25-29. Students currently enrolled in the Eau Claire Area School District will be able to take the workshop for free!

The whole family will also enjoy The Music Man at the State Theatre, June 23-26. This Broadway musical classic about River City, Iowa features songs everyone will love including “Seventy-Six Trombones,” and “The Wells Fargo Wagon.” Perfect for all ages, tickets to The Music Man can be purchased online at cvtg.org or by calling 715-8327529. To receive a summer class schedule, simply stop by or call the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild or go online at cvtg.org.

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“It lets you know how many minutes you work out and how many calories are burned,” she said.

Wick at Gold’s Gym said she encourages clients to do research when considering investing in a fitness band, and look for ones that can monitor specifically what they want to track.

“The band type completely depends on the individual’s goals and current activity levels,” she said. “The person also needs to be comfortable using the band. Some styles are more technological than others.”

She recommended runners and cyclists get watches that track their mileage via a GPS signal, since those devices can also map out routes.

She said the bands are not always accurate and sometimes the devices are too sensitive or unable to track certain exercises, such as weight lifting, where steps are not the primary movement.

Also, some models can also be difficult to program and use if users aren’t very tech savvy, Wick said.

Will these help me get in shape?

Kelly Remes, weight loss director at Highland Fitness’ Eastridge location, said she sees a lot of positives with Fitbits and other trackers, and said they help keep members in check. “(Users) can program what their goals are per day ... and that just kind of keeps them accountable,” she said.

“They are accountable to us because we’re their wellness coaches, but then they have their Fitbit on so they feel a bit more in control.”

Wick said the bands help keep people more aware of their activity levels on a daily basis.

“Most people spend over eight hours per day seated (and) sedentary at a desk job, and the Fitbit does encourage a person to get up and move more often,” she said.

Remes likes that the newer products include a sleep monitor.

“This is a huge weight loss tool that people don’t really realize,” she said.

Fitbits and other fitness bands do have some drawbacks, Wick noted.

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Prevent mouth injuries during summer sports fun The warm weather beckons children outside to play. Whether they participate in organized sports or enjoy pick-up games with friends, sports are a way to remain physically active and pass the days of summer in a fun way. A variety of leading oral health organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association, have teamed up to remind parents, coaches and athletes to play safely when they’re playing sports.

A child or young adult’s mouth and face can be easily injured if the proper precautions are not used while participating in sports or recreational activities. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half of the seven million sports- and recreationrelated injuries that occur each year are sustained by children as young as five years old.

In 2012, the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation forecasted that more than three million teeth would be knocked out in youth sporting events.

They also reported that athletes who don’t wear mouth guards are 60 times more likely to damage their teeth. Yet, in a survey commissioned by the American Association of Orthodontists, 67 percent of parents admitted that their children do not wear a mouth guard during organized sports.

At a time when a good football helmet or hockey stick may cost a few hundred dollars, mouth guards remain inexpensive pieces of protective equipment. Mouth guards save teeth and protect the jaw. When a mouth guard is working properly, it will hold teeth in place, resist tearing and allow for normal speech and breathing. Rely on a dental professional to recommend a properly fitted mouth guard for a vast array of sporting activities.

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Wear a mouth guard when playing contact sports. Mouth guards can help prevent injury to a person’s jaw, mouth and teeth, and they are significantly less expensive than the cost to repair an injury. Dentists and dental specialists can make customized mouth guards to provide the best fit.

Other less-expensive options are the boil and bite mouth guards, which are softened in boiling water to fit the mouth, and stock mouth guards, which are ready-to-wear but may not fit as well as their customized counterparts.

Wear a helmet. Helmets absorb the energy of an impact and help prevent damage to the head.

Wear protective eyewear. Eyes are extremely vulnerable to damage, especially when playing sports.

Wear a face shield. Rely on a face shield to avoid damage to the delicate bones around the eyes, nose and jaw. Hockey pucks, basketballs and racquetballs can cause severe facial damage to athletes of any age.

Summertime is an opportunity to engage in recreational sporting activities. Athletes of all ages should wear the appropriate safety gear while competing to greatly reduce their risk of injury

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NEW THIS YEAR we also added a foam machine and gem mining! These new activities are fun for all the kids! Besides all of these amenities, we have themed weeks all summer long such as Sweet 70s & Ultimate 80s, Christmas in July, Carnival Fun, Pirates & Mermaids, and more. Our themed weeks are chock full of fun games, crafts and family activities.

For example, Christmas in July week is a favorite!

We have many themed activities such as Christmas site decorating contests, Christmas tree ornament making and tree decorating, “snowball” fights, candy bar “reindeer” races, scavenger hunt, Christmas craft time, and more. Even

Santa is here! Our activities are scheduled almost every hour so there are no bored kids at Stoney Creek!

Don’t forget to say hi to our Mascot, Morey the Moose, when you are here.

He is here all summer long and he loves to meet the campers and partake in our activities. We have several activities with Morey throughout the summer such as: wagon rides, dances, lunch with Morey, coloring time, and more. Stoney Creek is the perfect place for your next family getaway! When making your summer plans be sure to consider Stoney Creek RV Resort in Osseo, WI where family fun is our business!

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For girls of all ages, you can find ways to learn, grow, and express yourself at your local public library.

Libraries provide resources and opportunities that allow you to:

Ask a librarian about volunteering in your community.

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Chronic Pain?

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In 2011 the Institute of Medicine estimated that approximately 100 million US adults are affected by chronic pain. Old injuries we had forgotten about come back to haunt us. A lifetime of repetitive work finally catches up with our backs, our knees, our shoulders or just about any other joint in our body. Maybe we tweaked a hamstring at a family softball game and it will not stop acting up. Citizen athletes who do not want to miss their next chance for a personal record may have a nagging ache that limits their training. All too commonly we find ourselves struggling to maintain a reasonable weight and stay fit while dealing with chronic pain. Despite our best efforts with pain medications, steroid injections, physical therapy, surgery or alternative therapies, chronic pain prevents many Americans from performing routine tasks, engaging in hobbies or doing things they enjoy. Many of our current pain treatments have undesirable side effects, are expensive or require time away from work for treatment and/ or recovery.

Prolotherapy is an injection-based therapy that can help relieve chronic ligament and joint pain with few side effects or down time. Prolotherapists - usually licensed osteopathic (D.O.) or allopathic (M.D.) physicians with special training - believe weakness of the connective tissues around joints allows the joints to move in ways that cause mechanical instability and pain. This laxity or looseness can be a result of previous injury or can simply be a part of the aging process. Strengthening the ligaments and tendons using prolotherapy can help chronic joint pain caused by arthritis as well as joint pain from auto, household, work and sports injuries.

Prolotherapists most commonly use a simple dextrose (sugar water) solution. The prolotherapist examines you to learn exactly where you hurt and then injects small amounts of solution into each of the painful areas.

The treatment areas are numbed with superficial local anesthesia prior to the prolotherapy injections. Patients usually feel fullness, numbness and some minor to moderate pain in the areas treated during the injections.

During the first 24-72 hours after the shots, pain may return or increase for a short time. This is a signal that the body is reacting appropriately to the injections by mounting a healing response. Patients return to their normal activities the following day but rest the area treated for 7-10 days.

Prolotherapy is performed in the physician’s office.

If treatment is successful, pain usually decreases steadily over about four to six weeks. Most patients need two to six monthly treatments in order to improve or eliminate their pain. The number of shots and appointments needed varies from patient to patient. Prolotherapy can often provide long lasting or even permanent pain relief. Approximately 80% of prolotherapy patients will experience a decrease in their chronic pain. In contrast to steroid injections, there is no limit to the number of prolotherapy injections patients can receive, because prolotherapy injections do not weaken joints or ligaments. Prolotherapy does not affect a person’s ability to have joint surgery in the future but may delay or eliminate the need for surgery.

Good candidates for prolotherapy have had chronic joint, ligament or tendon pain for at least three months. Their pain can be reproduced during a doctor’s examination. Most candidates have failed conservative treatments like physical therapy and pain medications. Commonly treated areas of the body include shoulders, elbows, wrists, backs, knees, ankles and feet.

Prolotherapy is considered complementary and alternative medicine, so most insurance companies – including Medicare – will not cover this treatment. However, the body of research supporting the effectiveness of prolotherapy is steadily growing and more physicians who treat chronic pain are recommending prolotherapy to their patients. Costs for prolotherapy are typically $200 to $250 for each body area treated in a session.

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Local residents and visitors from across the Midwest gather to celebrate their German heritage with an authentic, family friendly festival. Each year Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest welcomes over 14,000 attendees through the gates to enjoy over 30 bands performing a variety of live music on four stages.

Oktoberfest offers a family feel, dancing, kid’s games and inflatables, stein holding, sauerkraut eating contests, and many authentic German foods and desserts.

This year’s event will offer more kids activities and performances than ever before, including a free kite-making workshop on Sunday. Plan to see an expanded kid’s area with many additional games, demonstrations and outdoor activities. Meet the Oktoberfest Royalty and Crazy George each day during the on-grounds parade!

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The 14th annual event will be held September 16-18 at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds in Chippewa Falls. Don’t miss the revealing of the 2016 Oktoberfest Festmeister and Festmeisterin and rolling out the Golden Keg at Leinenkugel’s Brewery on Friday at Noon. The goal of Oktoberfest has always been to strengthen and support the Chippewa Valley by donating proceeds back to the community groups and nonprofits that volunteer their time at the event, making a stop at Oktoberfest a must this fall. Prost!

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Finding a perfect summer camp

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As a working mom of four children with varying ages, I’ve always struggled with what to do in the summer with my very active kiddos. I always wanted to take advantage of the low-cost, co-cost opportunities in Eau Claire. But, then what do you do when you have an open week?

Full daycare didn’t meet my needs. It was hard to find a nanny who was willing to take some weeks off in the summer. And my kids often got bored or were not challenged to learn new things in the summer.

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Kids have the opportunity to learn loads of hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math all summer long through our STEAM curriculum. And, when they are not learning science they are moving through our sports curriculum. When I pick up my sons at the end of the day they often fall asleep in the car on the way home. I know they’ve learned and moved.

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Nursing troubles?

FRENUMS tongue-tie or lip-tie Most children have a piece of skin that comes down from the lip to between the front teeth.

Most times the child will fall and rip the piece of skin before age 9. This is the time we usually become concerned with the frenum if it is stopping the front teeth from coming together. It may need to be clipped, usually after orthodontic closure of the front teeth or scar tissue will prevent it to close.

nipples resulting in milk leaks, choking easily, frequent release and re-latch, shallow latch, poor weight gain or inability to hold a pacifier.

Tongue ties are a concern if they are limiting tongue movement or are pulling the gums behind the lower front teeth and eventually cause a periodontal problem that jeopardizes lower teeth.

Relieving the tongue and/or the lip frenums may alleviate all of these issues. Consult your pediatrician and your pediatric dentist if this is something of your concern.

The issues with the mother may include risk of post-partum depression, pain while nursing, decreased milk supply, cracked, blistered or bleeding nipples, frequent mastitis and general nursing discomfort.

Recently, frenum issues with breast feeding in infancy have come to the forefront.

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Sugar can certainly add on pounds.

“Consuming a lot of sugar generally relates to eating calories,” said Eau Claire City-County Public Health Nutritionist Susan Krahn. “This tends to lead to weight gain.”

But it can secretly wreak havoc on our insides, too, Krahn said, by getting into our arteries and causing chronic inflammation, which could lead to heart disease and diabetes.

While there really is no research to show that sugar causes hyperactivity in children, health risks from eating too much sugar are all too real, according to Krahn.

You won’t need to add as much natural sweetener such as honey, agave and maple syrup, to enrich the flavor of your foods. But you’ll still have to watch your intake.

“We know that a child who drinks a 12-ounce can of soda a day will have a documented higher risk for obesity and later heart disease and type two diabetes,” she said.

“Calorie for calorie they’re the same as white sugar,” Krahn said of natural sweeteners.

“They might have a slightly lower glycemic index (meaning they are absorbed more slowly), but they are still a sugar.”

Artificial sweeteners may indeed help some people who have been diagnosed with, for example, diabetes, but they are not solutions, said Krahn, as they train your brain to crave sweetness over time.

how much is too much?

According to the “20152020 Dietary Guidelines

for Americans,” published by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, consumers should aim to consume no more than 10 percent of their recommended caloric intake in added sugar, said Krahn.

For someone who eats 2,000 calories per day, this means eating no more than 200 calories, or 50 grams, of added sugar. One 20-ounce bottle of soda exceeds this recommendation.

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more than 100 calories from added sugar for women and a maximum of 150 for men.

shopping well Emily Schwarz is a nutritionist with Festival Foods in Eau Claire who said in moderation everything can fit into a healthy diet.

Available to Festival customers is the NuVal Nutritional Scoring System that uses an algorithm to assign foods a number based on nutritional value, accounting for sugar, salt, fat and fiber content.

The higher the number, the healthier the foods.

Though customers differ in dietary and health needs, Schwartz said this system can be used as a nutritional GPS to guide you to the healthiest choices in the store.

The best plan while shopping, according to Schwartz, is to “focus on fresh and whole foods, fruits and vegetables, lean protein options and dairy.”

If people do that, it’s not so bad to treat themselves with something sweet, she said, depending on your personal dietary needs and restrictions.

“I don’t mind including real sugar if it’s in a cake or cookies that I really, really want,” Schwartz said, noting that no matter the type of sugar added, it’s always best to look for products with the least amount of sugar possible.

eating well There are many fun and easy ways to cut sugar in families’ diets to keep everyone healthy.

Schwartz and Krahn both suggest starting small: Make small changes, said Schwartz. People are more likely to stick with it.

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Fruity Yogurt Ice Pops TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. + freezing MAKES: 10 servings

INGREDIENTS 2 cups (16 oz) strawberry yogurt 1 can (8 oz) unsweetened crushed pineapple 1 T honey 2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional

DIRECTIONS In a food processor or blender, combine the yogurt, pineapple, honey and food coloring if desired; cover and process until smooth.

Pour ¼ cupfuls into 10 plastic molds or 3 oz. paper cups; top with holders or insert wooden sticks.

Freeze until firm, about 8 hours or overnight.

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Krahn said: “Focus on something manageable. Stay busy and most importantly plan ahead.” That way, you won’t be at the mercy of the vending machine at work.

Schwartz suggested adding cinnamon to your breakfast cereal and perhaps a little maple syrup or honey if you need something sweet.

If you like sweetened yogurt, Krahn said mix in half plain yogurt to cut the sugar content.

The same can be done with a sweet breakfast cereal by mixing it with something less sugary.

Try to get children used to seeing fruit as a good snack, said Schwartz. Krahn suggested frozen bananas as a fun snack for children.

The most common source of sugar and the biggest problem, according to Krahn, is soda and fruit drinks.

When it comes to fruit juices, start by cutting the amount in half. If adults and children love soda or drinking something bubbly, try mixing unsweetened carbonated water with fruit juice with no added sugar.

When it comes to sauces such as ketchup and barbecue sauce — both have high sugar contents — Krahn suggested cutting down on the

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Yogurt Waffles TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min. MAKES: 3 servings

portion size. The same should be done with ice cream and candy, which should only be eaten sparingly.

When all else fails, consider the cookies in the bakery that are all made from 100 percent wholegrain flours and oats, ingredients that counteract the sugar, according to Schwartz.

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INGREDIENTS 1¼ cups all-purpose flour 1½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt 2 cups (16 oz) plain yogurt ¼ cup butter, melted 2 eggs 2 T honey Raspberry, peach or strawberry yogurt Raspberries, blueberries and/or sliced peaches

DIRECTIONS In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Beat in plain yogurt, butter, eggs and honey until smooth. Bake in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer’s directions until golden brown. Top with flavored yogurt and fruit. Yield: 6 waffles.

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yogurt a healthy choice Article by Metro Creative, LLC.

The popularity of yogurt is on the rise. According to Innoval Market Insights, launches of Greek yogurt products have increased by 29 percent in the United States. People are drawn to the health benefits of yogurt, but there are lesser-known benefits as well.

Yogurtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creamy texture is a byproduct of the lactic acid present when milk ferments.

According to the yogurt company Dannon(R), between 20 and 30 percent of milkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lactose is converted to lactic acid during the fermentation process.

One of the advantages to eating yogurt concerns digestion. The naturally occurring bacteria present in yogurt helps promote a healthy environment in the stomach and digestive system, enabling the body to more ably break down food. Due to the thickness of yogurt, it takes longer to move through the digestive

system. This, in turn, helps the body break down lactose more efficiently. As a result, people who have lactose intolerance may be more comfortable eating yogurt than other dairy products.

The proteins in yogurt are complete and fully absorbed by the body. These proteins also contain essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. Greek-style yogurts contain more protein than other varieties, and yogurt may have anywhere from 7 percent to 50 percent of a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recommended daily intake of protein. This will help a person to feel fuller, longer.

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Those who enjoy yogurt on a daily basis can invest in the larger quarts of yogurt sold at many stores, which will produce less waste than the singleserve containers. Furthermore, individuals should recycle their yogurt containers. The Activia Yogurt Brigade encourages consumers to save empty Activia yogurt containers to help prevent hundreds of thousands of plastic containers from going into landfills. Rather, the containers are recycled into trash containers, benches and other items to be reused.

Granola Yogurt Parfaits TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. + chilling Bake: 25 min. + cooling

INGREDIENTS

4 cups (32 oz) plain yogurt ½ cup orange juice ¼ cup honey 1½ tsp vanilla extract 4 tsp grated orange peel

GRANOLA:

1½ cups old-fashioned oats ¾ cup chopped walnuts 3 T dark brown sugar 3 T honey 2 T canola oil 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp salt ¾ cup dried cranberries

DIRECTIONS

Line a strainer with four layers of cheesecloth or one coffee filter and place over a large bowl. Place yogurt in prepared strainer; cover yogurt with edges of cheesecloth.

Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Remove yogurt from cheesecloth and discard liquid from bowl. In another bowl, combine the yogurt, orange juice, honey, vanilla and orange peel. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

For granola, in a large bowl, combine oats and walnuts. Combine the brown sugar, honey, oil, vanilla and salt; pour over oat mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan.

Bake at 300 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown, stirring twice. Cool on a wire rack.

Transfer to a large bowl; stir in cranberries. Store in an airtight container.

To serve, alternate layers of yogurt and granola in six parfait glasses.

Yield: 6 servings.

Originally published as Granola Yogurt Parfaits in Taste of Home’s Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2008, p145

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