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I am actually dumbfounded with the weather that we have been having. I don’t know if it’s a cause for celebrating or fright. Wood pellets line the garage stacked high to provide heat and comfort. With buckets of salt guarding all entrances ready to lead the way. Our shovels share the space standing ready to be put to work; it is extremely unusual to experience 70 degree weather in February. Actually, I do believe that it is the first time in history for the highest temperatures in February. These temperatures make it very hard to consider that global warming is just a myth. Because, if it isn’t global warming what is? Believe or disbelieve the scientific theory that global warming is real.

The planet is continuing to warm up. Each year we see a pattern of warmer temperatures across the country. So the real question is…just how high can temperatures go, and should we be doing something about it? Unfortunately, President Donald Trump and his cabinet don’t seem to agree and are trying to dismantle the EPA , rolling back regulations put into place to protect the environment. In February, President Donald Trump signed into law a resolution of disapproval eviscerating the Stream Protection Rule, a modest safeguard crafted to protect clean water and the health of communities threatened by coal mining. If you care about the planet, the people and living creatures that live here such as your family and friends…you better wake up and smell the roses while they are still here.

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Myth: Put butter or ice on a burn

DID YOU KNOW? A Single Krispy Creme Glazed Donut contains 10g of sugar but there are some Breakfast cereals that contain more sugar per serving: • Capt-n Crunch 12g • Kelloggs Cocoa Crispies 12g • Post Golden Crisps 14g • Kelloggs Fruit Loops with Marshmallows 14g • Kelloggs Honey Smacks 15g • Kelloggs Raisin Bran 18g about the same amount of sugar that’s in a bag of M&M’s.

• Kashi GoLean Crisp Toast Berry Crumble 14g • Quaker Oats Granola Oats, Honey, and Almond 26 grams of sugar per cup! this is about the same amount of sugar in a Snickers bar.

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The voters chose to eliminate the thimble which is part of the orginial set of tokens that included the car, the boot, the top hat and the battleship. In the early 1950’s the Scottie dog and the wheelbarrow were added. In 2013, the cat token was added when the iron was retired.

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Most of the damage from a burn actually comes from the skin’s inflammatory response to it. The best way to keep a partial thickness burn from going to full thickness is to immediately immerse the burn in cool water. that feels good and the body has learned how to protect itself. Butter, however, spreads heat very effectively so it will actually make a burn worse. Ice can damage cells and has also been shown to make burns worse.

Myth: Humans only use 10 percent of our brains We use the majority of our brains the majority of the time.

For instance, a simple task like getting a glass of water requires neuronal activity from at least five distinct areas of the brain to signal thirst, coordinate the movements, signal satiety, and keep us upright throughout. If such a simple task requires this much effort and coordination, one can imagine how much more brain power quantum mechanics requires.

Myth: Cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis Recent research hasn’t been able to show a link between knuckle-cracking and arthritis. Most early studies on this topic relied on participants self-evaluating their knuckle-cracking habit over many years and then correlating that with reports of arthritis. Studies based on people’s memories are not very accurate, and the risk of arthritis naturally increases as we age.

Myth: Carrots are good for your eyes ‘While carrots are a healthy snack, and they do contain a vitamin A precursor (beta-carotene), the conversion of betacarotene to vitamin A in the body is limited. Almost everyone in America already has plenty of vitamin A stored in their liver.

And even if we supplement with beta-carotene or vitamin A, it won’t change the ‘refractive error’ or glasses prescription needed to see clearly

Myth: Bar soap grows bacteria, liquid soaps are cleaner People think bar soaps are dirty and fosters germs, but there are no reputable studies that say there’s more bacteria growing on bars. However, there are some brands of soap that can be harmful to skin, if they contain harsh, aggressive cleansing ingredients that strip skin of natural oils and lipids. sources: tidbits of knowledge March 2017

“Myth of the Climate Change 97%” The so-called “Myth of the Climate Change 97%” refers to the argument made by climate skeptics who dispute the notion that 97% of climate scientists have achieved consensus that global warming is occurring and is caused by human activities.

Oklahoma Republican Senator James Inhofe, a notorious climate skeptic, referred to this “myth” in recent confirmation hearings for Scott Pruitt, President Trump’s choice for administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Inhofe, who is funded by the notorious Koch brothers and other big fossil fuel interests, has stated that only God can affect the climate, and is one of the most outspoken voices in Congress for turning our backs on the Obama administration’s climate progress.

No one knows for sure, but the 97% number likely first cropped up in 2013 from a study by Australian researcher John Cook, who surveyed 11,000+ climate science reports published between 1991 and 2011 in search of attribution of blame regarding the cause of global warming. According to Cook, two-thirds of the reports his team at the University of Queensland’s Global Change Institute surveyed made no mention of whether global warming was happening, per se. But 97.1% of the remaining 4,000 reports that did acknowledge the occurrence of climate change “endorsed the consensus position that humans are causing global warming.”

Furthermore, Cook followed up by asking a sample of 1,200 report authors to determine whether their research confirmed that global warming is human-caused, with 97.2 of those respondents concurring.

But critics attacked Cook’s findings almost as soon as they were published. Richard Tol, a Dutch economist at England’s University of Sussex, first publicly articulated doubts about the 97% number in 2014 when he peeled off a team of researchers writing up a draft report for the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)—he claimed his colleagues were too alarmist. Tol stated that while he believes climate change to be real and likely human-caused, he also felt that Cook’s research methodology was flawed and that the 97% findings were “essentially pulled from thin air [and] not based on any credible research whatsoever.” Tol then orchestrated a “re-analysis” of Cook’s data set and concluded that really only 91% of climate scientists think global warming is human-caused.

Tol, who subsequently joined the advisory board of the Global Warming Policy Foundation, a think tank that greens consider “the U.K.’s most prominent source of climate change denial,”

isn’t the only climate skeptic to pile on against the 97% claim.

In a 2014 Wall Street Journal commentary piece, Heartland Institute president Joseph Bast and former NASA climatologist Roy Spencer claim that the “so-called consensus comes from a handful of surveys and abstract-counting exercises that have been contradicted by more reliable research.”

But despite this quibbling, it’s clear that the vast majority of climate scientists agree that human activity is behind our current climate woes. Whether or not 91% constitutes “consensus” is a matter of semantics, and vocal minorities on the topic (like Senator Inhofe) will always speak up to defend their point of view.

What scares the American people is when such a vocal minority has the ear of the White House.

CONTACT: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), www.ipcc.ch; “The Myth of the Climate Change 97%,” goo.gl/tI2olR. EarthTalk® is produced by Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss and is a registered trademark of the nonprofit Earth Action Network. To donate, visit www.earthtalk.org. Send questions to: question@earthtalk.org.

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Grow Gently Karen Verna Carlson

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hort-sighted intensity has not only caused me to miss rich opportunities, it’s also spawned as many or more problems than it has solved.

Here are some better ideas to gently mobilize from stagnation.

Challenges. A confluence of them seems to be sprouting up with the snow drops and crocuses, bursting into robust bloom with forsythias, and decimating my enthusiasm like a late frost. I feel stuck. A couple of my challenges are big, but most are small enough to be almost selfresolving through time and process. Yet, I feel discouraged.

Try Pep Talks I give myself pep talks. Life is about learning, after all….Lessons are abundant and varied and often inconveniently timed….My job is to manifest a healthy attitude while addressing challenges in ways that support my growth….This is living life on life’s terms….

Seasonal Magic Helps And life’s terms offer us the uplifting energy of spring. Seasonal magic is as powerful as ever with a scintillating performance of colors, textures and aromas. Sliding my garden trowel into winter-rested soil releases that fresh scent which has yet to be commercially replicated.

Still, I’m feeling worn down. Here’s what works for me these days to gently mobilize from stagnation.

Accept & Allow Accepting and allowing this worn-down feeling includes it mindfully in my present moment—the only place living life truly happens.

This is probably just a fleeting case of Spring Fever. I’m rationing low energy reserves. Resistance and denial would further deplete my energy budget without yielding commensurate benefits. I endeavor to gently manage my emotions, while reinforcing rational actions.

The problem with a depressed state is the power I give it to hold me hostage. Gritting my teeth and white-knuckling a noble battle 8

towards a better emotional state used to be my survival strategy. It was one way I could muscle through to the other side of that lie, “I can’t….” The efforts were huge and the benefits scanty.

Treat Yourself Gently There are other pitfalls to that strategy besides grinding teeth and clenching fists. It is fueled by desperation funded by fear; therefore I was unconsciously reinforcing the illusion of a boogieman. This strategy leaves little room to treat myself gently. It was neither a pleasant process nor an enjoyable victory.

Soften Control “When we choose to live our lives in a process way, we choose to be open to all [good] that life has to offer,” writes Anne Wilson Schaef in Meditations for Women Who Do Too Much (HarperCollins, NY, 1990). “Our illusion of control has often filtered out new insights and encounters. We have been so focused upon our goals and the way things have to happen, that we have missed the succulent serendipity of ‘chance’ awarenesses. We have been so afraid of losing our illusion of control that we have missed some of the richest encounters that life was offering us,” she declares.

Discover New Forms of Creativity “When we participate fully in the process of our lives, we discover new forms of our creative self. Creativity has many avenues. Just living our lives can cultivate our conscious creativity. Can it be?”

Schaef asks, “Is just living my life enough?” Short-sighted intensity has not only caused me to miss rich opportunities, but it has also spawned as many or more problems than it has solved.

Levity Breaks the Grip How can you break the grip of depression, discouragement, disillusion, denigration, or disorientation? That inquiry contains two examples about the answer. The first example is playful alliteration created a conscious distraction from the dreaded seriousness of the matter. Silliness just seemed to happen spontaneously as I typed. Truth is I have trained both of my brain cells to liberally and lightheartedly bubble up ideas to float my sunken feelings towards the

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Engage Pleasant Progress

Ask “How” Questions

Sometimes I can only answer the “how” question with small mundane tactics. How can I approach this Lewes meeting given my lowered state? Tactic one: select a comfortable outfit and shoes that I LOVE wearing. Tactic two: eat healthy foods I really enjoy to resource myself. Tactic three: schedule rigorous activity the day before for triple benefits. First, a good workout gets all mental and physical systems invigorated. Second, it guarantees restful sleep the night before. Third, meeting day may allow little exercise time—hey, I’ll get there an hour early and walk barefoot on the beach….

The second example of breaking the grip of despair is to ask solutionseeking questions. Not “why” questions. Why now? Why this?

Why do I feel so bad? They do not lead to solution thinking outside of scientific or religious realms. “Why” questions wallow in the problem. I still occasionally relearn that. On the other hand, asking rhetorical “how” questions interrupts brain lock on survival-atany-cost, and fosters potentially pleasant proactive movement. So, when I realize my brain is locked into a despairing, “I can’t [face that appointment][write that report][make that phone call]…,” I ask, “How can I approach this task, given my lowered state?”

Inquiry Reveals Options

This process of gently engaging forward rational movement respects my lowered emotional state, which seems to self correct gently. I invite you to try it. The benefits may surprise you.

My experience at the moment of inquiry is like being in a Broadway theater when house lights dim, maestro starts the orchestra, curtains swish apart. In that moment I sometimes start BIG imaginings— for example, instead of making a dreaded drive to Lewes for a business meeting I could book a helicopter. The glitz would certainly generate some positive energy. Probably wouldn’t cost that much extra to fly the committee over the beach for a little change of pace and perspective. Definitely a business expense deduction. Quite a different possibility would be to take the beach bus from Wilmington.

Friends have a cottage near the meeting. Hmmm, a couple days at the shore has a certain appeal. And it’s actually a pretty comfortable drive—hey, I could easily bring my kayak….

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Grow a High Yield Vegetable Garden This Season Melinda Myers

Spend less time and money while growing a bounty of flavorful vegetables this growing season. Increase your harvest, even in small garden spaces, with proper planning and easy care, high yielding vegetables.

A productive garden starts with a plan, but choosing the best vegetables to grow and where to plant them can be overwhelming.

You can break out the graph paper and pencils to design your garden or turn to technology for help. Many websites and apps provide ready-to-use garden plans or planning guidelines.

Gardener’s Supply (gardeners.com) offers free pre-planned gardens that do the planning for you. Reduce maintenance by growing easy care vegetables featured in the Plant-it & Forget-it garden. Or grow more than 50 pounds of produce in just 18 square feet of space with the High Yield Vegetable Garden Plan and High Yield Vegetable Seeds.

These and other intensively planted gardens require proper soil preparation to maximize productivity. Invest time up front to reduce ongoing maintenance and increase your harvest.

Dig several inches of compost or other organic matter into the top 8 to 12 inches of the soil. This improves drainage in heavy soil and increases the water holding ability in fast draining soils. Incorporate a slow release organic fertilizer at the same time. This provides needed nutrients throughout the growing season. Check the label and your plants to determine if a midseason application is needed.

plants from their local garden center. Start seeds of shorter season crops like greens, radishes, and squash directly in the garden when the growing season begins. Check the seed packet for specific directions on when and how to plant these seeds indoors and out.

When shopping for seeds, select varieties suited to your climate and known for their disease resistance and high yield.

Most vegetables produce best when grown in full sun. Greens and root crops are a bit more shade tolerant.

Once planted, cover the soil surrounding the seeded rows and transplants with a thin layer of shredded leaves, herbicidefree grass clippings or evergreen needles. This mulch helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Plus, it improves the soil as it breaks down. You’ll save time and improve your plants’ health and productivity with this one task.

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10 COMPELLING REASONS TO DRINK BEER

Beer is the one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world. Enjoying an almost cult like status in many countries and is a favorite for millions of people around the world.

According to research piloted in Italy on moderate beer, drinking (a bit more than a pint per day) can actually decrease a drinkers’ risk of heart disease by 31 percent (the same as moderate consumption of wine). Another study done on moderate beer drinking, published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, found that moderate consumption of beer reduces the risk of developing kidney stones by 41 percent. Another surprising beer fact is that beer is one of the few plant sources of vitamin B12. The B12 comes from bacteria growth in the barley grain.

Beer is also a source of plant-based phytonutrients (found in the barley and hops) but that doesn’t mean you can replace your healthy greens for a cold one.

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Beer could keep your kidneys healthy. According to a recent study, consuming one beer daily can reduce the risk of kidney disease by a 40%.

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The fiber content of beer can reduce the levels of LDL cholesterol and help prevent cardiovascular disease.

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Beer contains vitamins B1, B2, B6 and B12, which can increase the vitamin B levels in your body.

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Studies have shown that the elevated levels of silicon in beer can support strengthening your bones.

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Beer contains lactoflavin and nicotinic acid, compounds that promote sleep and might just cure your insomnia.

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Recent studies have also shown that drinking beer moderately can reduce the risk of heart attack by 40 percent to 60 percent.

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Moderate beer drinking can help reduce the risk of blood clots and heart disease by up to 20%.

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Experts suggest that beer can also improve your memory. According to studies, beer drinkers are less likely to develop Alzheimer’s and dementia than people who are not beer drinkers.

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Two glasses of beers a day can significantly reduce stress.

Consuming beer every day in moderate amounts can prove to have a positive impact on pigmentation and could actually make the appearance of your skin look healthier and smoother.

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Alcohol Consumption Healthy...

In moderation

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If you do, there is evidence supporting a number of health benefits associated with drinking in moderation. Please be aware that the information we found, while seeking the truth surrounding the health benefits associated with alcohol consumption is not meant to be a recommendation nor does it constitute medical advice.

A National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism review of research studies from at least 20 countries around the world demonstrate a 20- to 40-percent lower coronary heart disease (CHD) incidence among drinkers compared to nondrinkers.

It asserts that "The totality of evidence on moderate alcohol and CHD supports a judgment of a cause-effect relationship...

There are cardioprotective benefits associated with responsible, moderate alcohol intake."1

Harvard researchers have identified the moderate consumption of alcohol as a proven way to reduce coronary heart disease risk.2 A study of 18,455 males from the Physicians Health Study revealed that those originally consuming one drink per week or less who increased their consumption up to six drinks per week had a 29% reduction in CVD risk compared to those who did not increase their consumption.Men originally consuming 1-6 drinks per week who increased their consumption moderately had an additional 15% decrease in CVD risk.3The Harvard Health Professionals Follow-Up Study of over 44,000 men found moderate alcohol consumption to be associated with a 37% reduction in coronary disease.4

1. Hennekens, C. H. Alcohol and Risk of Coronary Events.

In: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Alcohol and the Cardiovascular System. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 1996.

2. Manson, J. E., et al. The primary prevention of myocardial infarction. The New England Journal of Medicine, 1992, 326(21, 1406-1416.

3. Sesso, H.D., et al. Seven -year changes in alcohol consumption and subsequent risk of cardiovascular disease in men.

Archives of Internal Medicine, 2001, 160, 2505-2612.

4. Rimm, E., et al. Prospective study of alcohol consumption and risk of coronary disease in men. The Lancet. 1991, 338, 464-468.

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Medical researchers generally describe moderation as one to three drinks per day. It appears that consuming less than about half a drink per day is associated with only very small health benefits. Four or five drinks may be moderate for large individuals but excessive for small or light people. Because of their generally smaller size and other biological differences, the typical woman should generally consume 25 to 30 percent less than the average man.1 And, of course, recovering alcoholics, those with any adverse reactions to alcohol, and those advised against drinking by their physicians should abstain.

A review of the research reports that moderate drinking appears to reduce the risk of numerous diseases. "These include duodenal ulcer, gallstones, entric infections, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, and diabetes mellitus (type II). Compared with abstainers, moderate drinkers exhibit improved mental status characterized by decreased stress and depression, lower absenteeism from work, and decreased dementia (including Alzheimer's disease)."1

1. Mulkamal, K.J., et al. Prospective study of alcohol consumption and risk of dementia in older adults.

Journal of the American Medical Association, 2003 (March 19), 289, 1405-1413.)

The benefits of moderate drinking aren’t limited to the heart. In the Nurses’ Health Study, the Health Professionals Follow-up Study, and other studies, gallstones 2,3and type 2 diabetes 1, 4, 5 were less likely to occur in moderate drinkers than in non-drinkers. The emphasis here, as elsewhere, is on moderate drinking. In a meta-analysis of 15 original prospective cohort studies that followed 369,862 participants for an average of 12 years, no benefit was observed for heavy drinkers who consumed more than 48 grams of alcohol (the equivalent of four drinks) a day. 1 The social and psychological benefits of alcohol can’t be ignored.

A drink before a meal can improve digestion or offer a soothing respite at the end of a stressful day; the occasional drink with friends can be a social tonic.

These physical and psychic effects may contribute to health and well-being.

1. Koppes LL, Dekker JM, Hendriks HF, Bouter LM, Heine RJ. Moderate alcohol consumption lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes: a meta–analysis of prospective observational studies. Diabetes Care. 2005; 28:719–25.

2. Grodstein F, Colditz GA, Hunter DJ, Manson JE, Willett WC, Stampfer MJ. A prospective study of symptomatic gallstones in women: relation with oral contraceptives and other risk factors. Obstet Gynecol.

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3. Leitzmann MF, Giovannucci EL, Stampfer MJ, et al. Prospective study of alcohol consumption patterns in relation to symptomatic gallstone disease in men.

Alcohol Clin Exp Res. 1999; 23:835–41.

4. Conigrave KM, Hu BF, Camargo CA, Jr., Stampfer MJ, Willett WC, Rimm EB. A prospective study of drinking patterns in relation to risk of type 2 diabetes among men. Diabetes. 2001; 50:2390–95.

Moderate drinking and exercise appear to slow down the health deterioration that occurs with aging, according to a study of about 2,500 people aged 65 and older who were followed regularly for about eight years. Those who drank and exercised regularly had fewer difficulties with their daily activities and physical functioning.2

1. Power, C., et al. Goldberg, D. M., et al.

Moderate alcohol consumption: the gentle face of Janus. Clinical Biochemistry, 1999, 32(7), 505-518.

2. Wang, L. et al. Predictors of functional change: a longitudinal study of nondemented people aged 65 and older. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 2002, 50(9), 1525-1534.

5. Djousse L, Biggs ML, Mukamal KJ, Siscovick DS. Alcohol consumption and type 2 diabetes among older adults: the Cardiovascular Health Study. Obesity. (Silver Spring) 2007; 15:1758–65.

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HANDS ON HEALTH by: Ann Wilkinson P.T.M.S,

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I am returning to work after I had surgery of a tendon in a shoulder surgery. What are your my hand. Very minor and yet I feel suggestions for me now? a pulling where my scar is all the time. What can I do to help this?

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The most important thing to be aware of is your posture. Try standing slouched and raising your arm in front of you and stand straight and try it again. You will see that standing straight is extremely important to how the mechanics of your shoulder joint function. No matter what you are doing with your shoulder, be aware of where your pelvis, neck and sternum are postured. Starting this awareness now and be very vigilant until it becomes a habit and beyond. You must repeat something 1000 times to make it a new habit. When you are standing the feet are under the hips, you can feel weight in all aspects of your feet, drop tail bone down, engage gently the pelvic floor by imaging you are tuning harp strings from the pubic bone to the navel, lift the sternum and glide the chin back. Next imagine helium balloons holding your head, lifting the weight of your head from your shoulders. Work on that continuously “on the ground” and more so in the light duty position so that it is ingrained for your full time job. I would start a gentle Yoga class, yes a live class, not a video, a teacher will reinforce your proper posture while you are engaging dynamically. Breathing exercises are very important now as you transfer your energy from self care to work.

Practice diaphragmatic breathing now and then carry over to your work. Make your inhalations very deep and make your exhalation twice as long. Use 1/2t castor oil before bed to restore joint lubrication.

Use homeopathic Traumeel cream if you get stiff upon returning to lifting. Use warm applications for stiffness, cold if you inflame any tendons. Gently progress your activity and back off, if painful. Slow is always good in transitions.

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Collagen formation at the site of injury or scar can align rather jumbled. Once the scar heals there also can be adhesions where the collagen and the skin and the fascia all stick together, even the sheath around the tendon can get sticky from the tension of the scar. It is very helpful to break this tissue up, with at first gentle scar release. With time, you can get more vigorous with more pressure. The amount of time you hold the tissue in the taught position is important, LONG, yes long, low pressure can be more effective than ballistic force for this type of tissue release. Rubbing the scar with rescue remedy cream is helpful while applying a friction type massage. Traction applied to the entire arm and each finger is also very helpful. Breath through the traction and really image elongation.

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You can use just about any variety of hard winter squash in this recipe, from butternut to

1 Tbsp olive oil

kabocha (my current favorite is blue hubbard squash, which is so good I’ve vowed to put

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it in my garden next year).

This great weeknight soup comes together in less than half an hour, and it is packed with protein, fiber, and minerals for an easy, balanced meal.

3 cups cooked cannellini beans (2 15-oz cans,drained)

MAKES 8 CUPS / 4 SERVINGS

1 large sweet onion, finely diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 lb winter squash, such as hubbard or kabocha, peeled and cut into ½-inch dice (3 cups)

4 cups Miso Broth (store bought) Sea salt and ground black pepper 2 tsp white wine vinegar 5 cups (packed) baby kale 3 Tbsp tahini, divided 1/3 cup hemp seeds, divided ¼ cup micro greens, for serving (optional) Continued on next page.

Scrumptious recipes from New York Times bestselling author, superfood expert, Julie Morris. Acclaimed superfood chef Julie Morris has chosen 100 favorites packed with nutrient-dense and plant-based whole foods such as vegetables and fruits, legumes and grains, nuts and seeds. In addition, each dish has scientifically proven superfoods such as chia, medicinal mushrooms, turmeric, and kale. Enjoy a comforting Smoky Pumpkin Soup with Candied Seed Clusters, to an irresistibly creative Watermelon Goji Gazpacho, to the tasty Cacao Black Bean Soup, every bowl delivering nourishing deliciousness goodness. Along with beautiful color photographs, the book is full of helpful soupmaking advice and information about the health rewards of superfood soups.

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Continued from previous page: White Bean & Winter Squash Soup With Kale Warm the oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and rosemary, and cook for 1 minute longer. Add the winter squash, beans, and broth, along with ½ teaspoon sea salt and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. On high heat, bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the squash is very soft. Remove the pot from the heat and use the back of a soup spoon to mash some of the squash into the broth until the soup has slightly thickened. Stir in the vinegar, baby kale, 1 tablespoon of the tahini, and 2 tablespoons of the hemp seeds. Cover the pot and let the soup rest for 5 minutes, then taste and adjust seasonings, if desired. Ladle the soup into serving bowls and lightly drizzle each with the remaining tahini. Generously scatter the remaining hemp seeds on top of each bowl and crown with a small bundle of micro greens.

FEEL GOOD FACT: Hemp seeds are a wonderful beauty food, full of omega 3 fats and vitamin E, two nutrients which are well known to promote shiny hair, strong nails, and radiant skin.

Chop the pistachios very finely into a coarse powder. Place the powder in a small bowl and add the wheatgrass powder as well as a scant ¼ teaspoon sea salt. Set aside.

Warm the coconut oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and garlic, and cook for 2–3 minutes until leeks are softened. Stir in the cauliflower and thyme, and cook for a minute longer. Add the turmeric, cayenne, and miso broth, and turn the heat up to high. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to medium low. Cook for 20 minutes, or until cauliflower is very soft. Remove the pot from the heat, and add the cashews. Transfer the soup to a blender, working in batches as needed, and puree until completely smooth. Return the soup to the pot and keep warm.

Depending on the size and variety of mushrooms you use, tear into bite-size portions, or slice into ¼-inch pieces. Warm the grapeseed oil in a large skillet over high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the mushrooms, spreading out in an even layer as much as possible. Without stirring, cook the mushrooms for 1–2 minutes to sear. When the mushroom bottoms have turned golden, flip them over with a spatula and repeat on the other side for 1–2 minutes longer. Transfer the mushrooms to a bowl, add the parsley, season with salt, and toss well.

Serve the soup by ladling it into bowls and sprinkling with ground pistachios. Place a mound of mushrooms on top, and dress up the plate with microgreens and flowers as desired.

GOLDEN CAULIFLOWER SOUP WITH SEARED MUSHROOMS Both the cauliflower and the turmeric in this soup are well-studied anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory ingredients, helping you glow from within with health.

MAKES 6 CUPS/ 4 SERVINGS 2 Tbsp shelled raw pistachios ¼ tsp wheatgrass powder (optional) Sea salt 1 Tbsp coconut oil 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, sliced thin 2 cloves garlic, minced 1½ lbs cauliflower, cut into 1-inch pieces (4 cups) 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, minced ½ tsp ground turmeric ¼ tsp cayenne pepper 4 cups Miso Broth (recipe below) ½ cup raw cashews 1 cup wild mushrooms, such as maitake, shiitake, and/or chanterelle 1 Tbsp grapeseed oil 2 Tbsp minced fresh parsley ¼ cup microgreens and edible flowers, for garnish (optional)

MISO BROTH Here you have it: my absolute favorite simple soup broth, and the one you should definitely commit to memory. It’s unbelievably versatile and easy to make, and it punches up the flavor of everything it’s added to! Unlike most recipes for miso soups, which only gently warm the miso (traditionally, it’s added at the end of a recipe to preserve its delicate enzymes), I treat this broth just like any other by adding it to soups early on. It’s sacrilege, I know, to waste a few innocent enzymes, but in this instance it’s really the flavor of miso that we’re after.

There are infinite ways to punch up a miso broth, but this recipe is a great place to start. I like to use yellow miso paste here, as it’s the most versatile, but feel free to substitute other varieties— white miso paste has the weakest flavor, while brown and red miso pastes are the strongest. If you’re avoiding soy, chickpea miso is a great resource to use, too.

MAKES ABOUT 8 CUPS 4 Tbsp yellow miso paste 1 tsp kelp granules 2 quarts (8 cups) water

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FEEL-GOOD FACT: Broths containing seaweed, like kelp or kombu, are naturally high in minerals and electrolytes. Warmed up, they make an excellent post-exercise drink to aid in recovery and hydration.

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2 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced 1 stalk celery, finely diced 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into ¼-inch slices Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and thinly sliced 1 bay leaf 4 cups Miso Broth (store bought), or more if needed, divided 1 cup soft tofu, cut into ¼-inch cubes 2 tsp dried wakame flakes 3 cups water 4 oz thin rice noodles 2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish Minced fresh parsley, for garnish

MISO NOODLE SOUP This soup is a hybrid—the love child of chicken noodle and classic miso soup (in spirit, anyway, since this recipe does not actually include chicken).

In my household, it has also become affectionately known as the “get-well soup,” although we never wait around long enough to get sick to enjoy it!

MAKES 6 CUPS / 4 SERVINGS

Warm the oil in a large saucepan over moderate heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, and season with . teaspoon of sea salt and a pinch of black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes to soften the vegetables, stirring occasionally. Stir in the mushrooms, bay leaf, and 2 cups of miso broth.

Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.

Reduce to the lowest heat on the stove and pour in the remaining 2 cups of miso broth and the tofu.

Crumble the wakame flakes very finely over the soup (they will expand dramatically when hydrated), and gently mix them in. Cover the saucepan and keep it on the lowest heat for 5–10 minutes longer. If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional miso broth. Remove the bay leaf.

Just before serving, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Place the thin rice noodles in a bowl, and pour the hot water on top. Let the bowl stand until the noodles are tender, about 3–5 minutes, then pour out the excess water. To serve, place a quarter of the rice noodles into each bowl. Fill the bowls generously with soup and scatter the tops with a few scallions and minced parsley.

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“If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change.”

—Buddha

Achieve Joy and Happiness Through Bach Flower Remedies Melissa Crispell, CNS, CNHP, CWC When we realize the real cause of disease in our own personality is within our control, we can fearlessly move forward knowing the remedy lies within us. Dr. Edward Bach had a vision for the future physician when he created his flower remedy therapies (known as Bach Flower remedies). “So the physician of the future will have two great aims: the first will be to assist the patient to a knowledge of himself and to point out to him the fundamental mistakes he may be making. Such a physician will have to be a great student of the laws governing humanity and of human nature itself, so that he may recognize in all who come to him those elements that are causing a conflict between the soul and personality.”

Dr. Edward Bach developed the original Bach Flower Therapy over eighty years ago. Naturopaths, Natural Health Providers, and even celebrities use Bach Flower remedies! Bach Flower remedies are a system of 38 flowers used to correct emotional imbalances, replacing negative emotions with positive ones. They were designed to serve as a simple form of preventative healthcare.

Bach Flower remedies help us deal more constructively with the negative behavior patterns such as jealousy, anger, inability to say no, guilt, fear, indecision, worry, and other patterns that are seen as a deeper cause to physical ailments or illness. By better understanding these negative patterns we can begin to reconnect with our true self.

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It is difficult to categorize the Bach flower system. Bach Flower Remedies are among the subtle methods of healing, similar to classic homeopathy because they don’t act via the physical body but at more subtle levels that directly influence the human energy system. They are also different than essential oils. Essential oils are a hydrophobic liquid that contain the aroma extracted from certain plants while Bach Flowers are the essence of the specific flowers. Bach Flowers do work in conjunction with herbs, homeopathy, and medications. They are safe for everyone, including children, pregnant women, pets, and the elderly.

Bach Flower Remedies are a simple system of emotional healing that is so easy – anyone can use them.

8 Differences between the Bach Flower System and other subtle healing methods: 1. The Concept: the Bach Flower approach is rooted in a framework that rises above the boundaries of any one human personality and into a more spiritual dimension.

2. Therapeutic goal: “heal thyself ” – this approach calls on people to take responsibility for their own life. Every person has within them what is necessary for healing. If we believe this, then there is no reason to fear illness.

Gentle restoration of the balance between the mind and body allows peace and happiness to return and frees the body to heal itself. Bach Flowers may be used to support physiological or medical treatment but should not be used as a replacement.

3. Form of Diagnosis: Instead of relying on physical symptoms,

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of Bach Flower remedies is different than all other methods known to Western medicine. Both the sun method and boiling method release the healing energies of the Flowers from their material form allowing the energy to bind to the water. This produces a more stable energetic pattern than the ones found in homeopathic remedies.

6. Gentle and self-regulating effects – Bach Flower Essences work as subtle, nonmaterial impulses. They communicate information through specific, high vibrations that stimulate our innate emotional and mental healing abilities. These are compatible with other healing systems without side effects.

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Yield Right of Way

Suzanne Eder

Years ago, as I was transitioning from being an energy healer to a transformational life coach, I created the above statement as a tagline for my new business.

For me it was elegant in its simplicity, honesty and clarity.

Over time – and after, perhaps, one too many marketing courses – that simple statement began to feel like a stale cliché.

So I dropped it. I created new taglines and different points of focus for my work.

Yet here I am today, seeing that tired old statement with fresh eyes and feeling, again, its elegant wisdom.

There’s something about the word “let” that resonates deeply with me. It is kind and allowing. So often we are conditioned to believe we have to “make things happen” through strong-willed effort.

We go after what we want with the steely determination of a hunter tracking down its prey. We strongarm our seemingly lazy, timid or unfocused selves into a forced march toward our goals.

It’s one way to make a certain kind of progress. But it’s not the way of Love.

Love neither requires nor responds to force although, paradoxically, Love itself is the most powerful force in the universe.

That’s really the point. With the infinite, unbridled power of Love at our disposal, we don’t need to force anything. Instead, we need to invite Love in and let it have its way with us.

But how do we do that? As I pause to contemplate question, I’m reminded of an experience I had about a year and a half ago, while I was journaling. A realization came to me in a way that I could only capture, initially, as an image. The image was a small circle surrounded by stars, which themselves were surrounded by a much larger circle. The outline of the large circle was soft and fluid, indicating the organic nature of the circle. It was expanding. The inner circle, by contrast, was small and tight. Its outline was a heavy, unbroken line.

The inner circle represents the “small self ” and the stars represent its dreams or desires. In our usual way of thinking, we see ourselves as small or “not enough” in some way, and we see our desires as things that are outside of us, which means we have to go after them. And going after them can be difficult, hampered as we are by our misperceptions of “not enough-ness.” At the core of that small, tight circle lives a belief that we aren’t worthy of having what we want, or that we don’t have what it takes to get it, or that we have to work hard and beat the competition in order to claim it.

The large circle represents the Large Self, which is Love. From that perspective, we see that what we want is already within us. We realize that what we want is an expression of who we are. We don’t have to go out and get it. We simply have to recognize our desires as aspects of ourselves and allow them to shine.

We need to yield the right of way to Love.

The shift from small self to Large Self requires that we open the inner circle. It is an opening to Love. It is an expansion of our self-concept from who we think we are – small and “not enough” – to who we

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really are. As we expand our self-concept we expand our powerful Presence. And as we expand our Presence , we naturally realize more and more of our heartfelt desires.

So how do we expand our self-concept?

This brings us back to the question of how we yield to Love – and the answer to both questions is one and the same. We yield to Love by yielding to the heartfelt desires that are an expression of the Love that we are. And in yielding to those heartfelt desires we are expanded by them. Through our desires we express more and more of who we really are.

We need to let our desires in, to open our arms and say Yes to them. What we desire in our hearts is not selfish; it is what Love desires for us, through us. It is in our highest and best interest to say Yes, to open and receive and accept the fullness of the desire.

I have often told clients that to create what they want in their lives, they must first give themselves permission to actually want it. That’s true for all of us. But in order to actually realize our dreams, we are called to do more than give them permission to exist. We have to yield fully to them. To accept them as the seeds of growth and happiness that they are, and to give them fertile ground in which to flourish.

The potency of this was brought home to me through the teachings of Neville Goddard, a 20th century mystic and metaphysical writer and lecturer. In his book, Your Faith Is Your Fortune, he describes prayer as an act of yielding to our desire, allowing it to overtake us completely. We do that in the privacy — continued on next page

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of our imagination, surrendering so fully to the desire that we become one with it.

In Neville’s words, “Prayer, then, is recognizing yourself to be that which you desire to be rather than begging God for that which you desire.”

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In that act of recognition, we literally give birth to our desire in our consciousness, which is the template through which it manifests in our physical world. Or as Neville would say, we form an impression in our consciousness, and every impression in consciousness becomes an expression in lived reality.

This is what it means to let love lead. It means surrendering completely to what you really want, which is yielding to the Love that you are. It means treating your dreams with respect by acknowledging, trusting and nurturing them. It means creating

space for them in your life. It means protecting them from the voices of doubt and criticism. It means spending time with them in your prayers, imagining and accepting their fulfillment as your reality.

You are a creator. You are meant to flourish. Your desires are not outside of you, waiting to be obtained; they are inside of you, waiting to be expressed. Their abundant beauty and vibrancy and delight are expressions of you, the real You. Yield Right of Way to them. Just say Yes. Suzanne Eder is an award-winning writer, teacher and transformational life coach. She started her professional career as a CPA and enjoyed a highly successful corporate career in both Finance and Human Resources. She is a graduate of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing’s intensive four-year program in mindbody-spirit healing, and was also a fitness instructor for 16 years.

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How Technology and Health Influences the Beer Industry Technology has worked its way into every aspect of daily life. Technology has impacted everything from health to toys to “Infinity and Beyond.” The researchers of the future may consider our generation as an evolution point where smart phone and person have become one. Through sites like Twitter and Facebook, never ending conversations have been started about everything under the sun, as well as the sun. Trends come and go daily; one thing that was popular a week ago will be lost and forgotten one week later or less. In this article, we are going to be covering a topic that is near and dear to me, Beer. For American’s Friday could be considered a national beer holiday after a long week of work. Technology has integrated itself into beer drinking too, with people choosing to drink more responsibly, more stylishly, practicing and sustaining better healthier life styles.

A topic of discussion that doesn't seem to be going anywhere is the effects of gluten on the body. There are varying opinions on this topic, but the consensus to date is that gluten is something many people can do without in their diet. Compelling companies to capitalize on the health trend by offering products that are gluten free. For those of you who are not familiar with the gluten-free concept, let me tell you a little bit about what gluten is. Gluten is a protein that is found in wheat and barley. For people suffering from Celiac disease or have gluten intolerance it can produce symptoms of stomach pain, gas, and nausea that do not go well with being out at the bar and drinking. Fortunately, there are beer companies offering products that adhere to those with gluten restrictions to enjoy drinking a beer occasionally too.

Beer is made from 4 basic ingredients: water, barley, yeast, and hops. Those ingredients are then fermented to produce the alcohol and the flavor. Upon arriving at the point in which the fermentation process occurs, is when the beer company must do something unconventional. By adding, a special enzyme called Brewers Clarex, to break the bonds of the gluten protein chain.

This is what takes the gluten out of beer, making gluten free beer a good option for people who have allergies to gluten as well as those health conscious people who have simply chosen to eliminate gluten from their diet. Most beer drinkers have the misconception that gluten-free means flavor free. It isn’t true that gluten free diminish the flavor at all, in fact if someone gave you a gluten free beer and a regular beer I am pretty sure you wouldn’t be able to distinguish between the two. Fortunately, most gluten free beers maintain flavor giving the beer market a gluten free option that hasn’t eliminated flavor in the process.

Safety is an important aspect when going out with friends and drinking, alcohol can lead to making bad decisions, such as “Buzz Driving”. following an evening of drinking is a safety hazard to you the driver, passengers in your vehicle and everyone else on the road. It’s smart to insure your safety by pre-designating a driver to

get you from point A to point B and home again. However, when it becomes clear that the designated driver didn’t remember they were the designated driver that’s when technology steps in. By using a portable breathalyzer before making their next move and driving.

The Breeze, is a portable wireless breathalyzer that fits comfortably on your key chain and connects directly with your smart phone.

This allows the user to make a more informed decision about their current intoxication levels. Through the accompanying app, which tracks your drinking habits, it will let you know an approximate time in which you will be sober enough to drive. In cases where you can’t wait, the app allows you to connect with cab services or Uber to find a safe ride home. It will also suggest restaurants that are close by to let you wait until you get back to a safe blood alcohol content. If you need more than just food and time, it will also suggest local places that you can stay for the night.

If you are a tech addict like me, enjoy going out and drinking, the Breeze could turn out to be not only a cool accessory and conversation piece, but it could save your life.

Let’s face it, there is nothing like a cold beer after a long week of work. After reading this article, we should be equipped with the knowledge and technology to enjoy beer healthily and safely.

Please drink responsibly.

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How To Successfully Deal With Negative People and Influences Joe White

“If someone is not treating you with love and respect, it is a gift if they walk away from you.

If that person doesn’t walk away, you will surely endure many years of suffering with him or her.

Walking away may hurt for a while, but your heart will eventually heal. Then you can choose what you really want. You will find that you don’t need to trust others as much as you need to trust yourself to make the right choices.”

—Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom

One of the most commonly asked topics that individuals request me to speak on is, how do you deal with negative people or situations? It seems harder and harder to separate ourselves from the onslaught of negativity that surrounds us increasingly more.

We must stand vigilant against the negative people and influences.

If we don’t they will consume our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Here are four simple but powerful ways to successfully fight against the negative people and influences.

Key 1 - Manage Your Emotional State.

Have you ever been driving down I-95 and someone cuts you off? What is your response? Do you just blow it off or give them the finger? What is the common denominator between these two situations? When you are tired, beat up, stressed you are more susceptible to reacting impulsively. When you are grateful, abundant and filled with love you are less likely to react. It is more likely that you should just let it go. This is the same with negative forces, you are in full control of what you think, say, feel,and do.

No one can take your power away, But only you can give it away.

Take time out to ground yourself and center yourself. Be in a state of gratitude. Negative people and influences will always come at you.

Key 2 - Cut The Negative People Out Of Your Life If you had a friend who kept coming to your home and stealing your stuff; When would you take away their key? Keeping those who only drag you down for whatever reason is never a valid reason to keep them around. What if they are family? Love your family and choose your tribe. Surround yourself with positive and forward thinking people to counterbalance family or co-workers.

inspires you or teaches you something new, Meditate, Volunteer, Workout, or take a walk. The same goes for social media. limit your time. Endless scrolling through Facebook or Twitter will only pull you in by reading other people’s negativity or feeling negative towards those you disagree with.

Key 4 - Don’t Take It Personal From one of my most favorite books - The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. This is just a simple tool but incredibly helpful.

Basically, no matter what someone says or does it has nothing to do with you... unless you make it. People’s actions are based on how they are feeling about themselves, their lives, or their situation; not yours. Yes, it may feel that way, but it doesn’t. You are not that important that other people react to you, actually no one is. When you do take it personal, you lose your boundaries and get sucked into their crap. Their crap is not your crap, so stay out of it.

I understand that it is not easy at times, and we all get hooked.

The key is to limit the times you get hooked and the amount of time you stay hooked. The more you stay in negativity the more it becomes your way of life. The good news is that the other side is true too. The more you live in positivity the more positivity you will attract.

Until next month, I wish you a month of love and passion. Live Free!!

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Ask the Sex Therapist!

At least once per year, I like to share the answers to some frequently asked questions about anything and everything related to healthy sexuality. This month, I’m sharing the answers to questions on topics less frequently asked—despite the concerns being fairly common. Unfortunately, feelings of shame or embarrassment can stop us from seeking out help for these common problems. Below are two such questions received from readers.

All personally identifiable information about the persons asking these questions has been removed.

Dear Dr. P, I’m 33 years old and recently got engaged to my girlfriend of three years. While I’m not particularly religious, we were both raised in Catholic homes. In the spirit of “saving ourselves for marriage,” we decided to stop having sex until our wedding night. I’ve abstained from sex and masturbation for about three months now. I was doing fine until last night, when I woke up from a sex dream. I’ve had them before, but this time it was also painful there was blood in what came out. I’m freaking out a little. Is this normal? ~Abstaining for love

While it is a common occurrence with prolonged sexual abstinence, it is still best that you see a doctor and have them rule out all other possibilities (e.g., internal obstruction; cysts; tumors; trauma; STIs; etc.). A urologist will want to take a detailed medical history. They usually complete a physical exam; which may include a digital rectal exam to check the prostate and feel for the presence of cysts in the seminal vesicles. In addition, they will likely order bloodwork including PSA levels and STI screening; as well as a urine analysis and a urine culture. I hope this helps to reduce your fears and demystify the steps you may need to take with your treating physician.

Best wishes to you and your fiancé!

Dear Dr. P, After getting divorced in my mid-40’s, I’m now in my late 40’s and dating again. I’ve been dating the same man for several weeks and the relationship has become more serious. After a long weekend away, we had a lot of sex and at the end of the weekend it felt like there was a cut or a tear near the opening of my vagina. Can too much sex cause tears? Could this be a sexually transmitted disease?! ~Love Torn

Dear Af L, Congratulations on your engagement! I’m sorry to hear about your experience last night. I certainly understand why that would be alarming and cause you to “freak out a little” (or even a lot!). I can’t give you medical advice; however, I can say that based on your age, circumstances and symptoms, it’s likely to be hematospermia, due to prolonged sexual abstinence. Hematospermia is a medical term for the occurrence of blood in the semen, that happens during ejaculation. This can happen to men at any age, post-puberty; however, it is most commonly reported by men aged 30-40 (and men over 50 with prostate enlargement). I have had several cases of this 32

happening with men who are in recovery from sex/porn addiction, who have been abstaining from all sexual activity for a prolonged period of time. Prolonged abstinence could cause the seminal vesicles to become overly full, which may lead to inflammation; which results in the occurrence of hematospermia.

Dear LT, Congrats on the new relationship! Hopefully this will just be a small blip on the radar and you’ll be back to having fun again in no time.

Whenever there is a concern about a vaginal fissure (a cut or tear) the first step in determining treatment is first determining the cause. Small cuts or tears can occur from sexual intercourse, digital penetration, fingernails, sex toys, vaginal devices, douching, and tampons. Less common causes are: allergies, autoimmune conditions, genital psoriasis, Lichen sclerosus, low oestrogen, nutrient deficiencies, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and/or yeast infections.

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While it seems likely that the fissure(s) are related to “a lot of sex” over a long weekend, I would still suggest making an appointment with your GYN for an examination, just to safely rule out all other possible causes (named above). Due to your age, low oestrogen is also a possibility and your GYN will likely request bloodwork to check your hormone levels. Of course, with any new relationship, it is always healthy for both partners to get screened for sexually transmitted infections. It is of note that the majority of STIs take one to three weeks before having noticeable symptoms. Since you noticed feeling this cut/tear at the end of the weekend, it lowers the likelihood that it is an STI; however, as previously stated, I would still recommend that you get a full examination by your treating physician, including an STI screening.

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In the meantime, to avoid infection and promote healing, you’ll want to keep the area clean. Rinsing the area with warm water for 10-15 minutes twice per day can increase blood flow, decrease inflammation, and helps to keep the area clean. Some doctors suggest a Sitz Bath (sitting in warm water); however, if you have a detachable showerhead and can adjust the pressure to a gentle setting, using that to rinse the area may work just as well. Always follow the precise instructions given by your treating physician.

To avoid further injury or infection, do not douche or use any kind of soap with harsh detergents or synthetic chemicals. In addition, do not have sexual intercourse or any kind of penetrative sexual activity until it feels like the cut/tear is fully healed (I know…I’m sorry!). If you don’t wait until it is fully healed you may just end up reopening the wound, which will further prolong the healing time. For external fissures, your doctor may suggest using a small amount of aloe vera or Vitamin E Oil to help soothe and heal the skin.

I hope this helps! I wish you a speedy recovery as well as a happy, healthy sex life with your new beau.

Medical disclaimer: The information provided here is general in nature. It is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. If you have questions or concerns about a medical issue, seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider properly licensed to practice medicine.

Sexual Health and Healing with Dianna Palimere, PhD, LCSW Dr. Dianna Palimere is a Psychosexual Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

She has been working in the field of mental health for the past 16 years, dedicating the past 13 years to specializing in clinical sexuality. She holds a Bachelors degree in Psychology, a Masters degree in Social Work, a Masters degree in Human Sexuality Education, and a PhD in Clinical Human Sexuality. Utilizing a holistic approach to therapy, she incorporates a variety of clinical interventions in her work with individuals, couples, and families. She is devoted to helping people achieve sexual health and healing through her work as a psychotherapist in her private practice in Pike Creek, DE; as well as in her work with local nonprofit organizations. To learn more about her or to schedule an appointment, visit her website: www.SexTherapyInDelaware.com Join her on Facebook, keywords: Sex Therapy in Delaware.

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Is Your Smartphone Giving Your Teenager (or you) Horrible Posture? Dr. Scott E. Rosenthal weight to about 27 pounds. The angle of staring at a smartphone is typically around 45 degrees, which increases the relative weight of your head to 50 pounds (or that of 5 gallons of milk). Holding that weight for extended periods of time results in a horrible strain, pain, and various consequences of bad posture ranging from headaches and tingling/numbness in the arms or hands to a higher risk of death.

The primary postural breakdown contributed by smartphone use is called hyperkyphosis. It is represented by an abnormal exaggeration of the mid and upper back curvature which is often accompanied by a forward displacement or jutting of the head.

This does not only cause an unwanted change in appearance, but many negative health effects recognized in the scientific literature:

Let’s face it. Looking up at the sparkling night sky simply can’t compete with the magnetic draw of looking down at your smartphone. Handheld devices have become so much a part of our lives they may soon be sandwiched somewhere between food and shelter as top human necessities. Unfortunately, there are many negative health consequences resulting from this excessive act of bowing one’s head, especially when it comes to those most addicted: teenagers!

If you fear I am going to declare that everybody needs to stop using smartphones, I will provide an answer in the exotic language of the common American teen: “Seriously? Why are you being SOOO mean? STOP!!! You don’t get it! Leave ME alone… don’t talk to me!” (Followed by the distinct sound of a bedroom door slamming shut.) Two minutes later, “what’s for dinner?”

Putting aside the negative effects of smartphone use on the eyes, risks of electromagnetic radiation exposure, wrist and hand repetitive stress injuries, inattentive driving hazards, and a multitude of other issues, this article will focus on posture.

The human neck is designed to move in many directions. Without the eyes of a chameleon, a deer’s acute sense of smell, or the stink of a skunk, our survival depends on having a flexible neck placed high on an upright body. It allows us to see threats, even if we can’t yet smell or hear them coming. Here’s the catch—although our necks can move into extreme positions, problems arise if they are held in one place for too long.

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According to the American Journal of Pain Management: Posture affects and moderates every physiologic function from breathing to hormonal production. Spinal pain, headache, mood, blood pressure, pulse and lung capacity are among the functions most easily influenced by posture.

Research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society revealed that: People with a hyperkyphotic posture had an increased rate of death due to atherosclerosis (clogging of the arteries due to fatty plaque formations).

A study published in 2009 in the Annals of Internal Medicine concluded that: For older women, hyperkyphosis predicts an increased risk of a shortened lifespan.

If you’re thinking, “Not me, I don’t look at my phone that much!”

I have just one question: how many times have you checked your phone while reading this article?

When seeking to alleviate headaches, neck pain, and problems in arms, wrists and hands caused by phone use, consider the risks involved with popping pills. The use of common pain relievers such as Non-aspirin Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) comes with these warnings posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): “As with all drugs, there is the potential for an allergic reaction to NSAIDs. Symptoms might include hives, facial swelling, wheezing and skin rash.”

“There is the potential for gastrointestinal bleeding (bleeding in the stomach or elsewhere in the digestive tract) associated with all NSAIDs. The risk of bleeding is low for people who use NSAIDs intermittently. The risk of stomach problems goes up for people who take them every day or regularly.”

“In addition, using all NSAIDs, except for aspirin, increases the

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risk of heart attack or stroke. These serious side effects can occur as early as the first few weeks of using an NSAID, and the risk might rise the longer people take non-aspirin NSAIDs.”

Again, see a chiropractor for regular check-ups, especially if you are already experiencing any tension or other symptom. Ask to schedule with the massage therapist as well.

Below are some simple self-tests you can do to determine if your smartphone is getting the best of your health, and help identify the presence of postural breakdowns:

You and the teenagers in your life are facing new dangers brought on by that sleek, shiny, irresistible, glass-covered connection with the world. By recognizing the seriousness of the harmful postural changes caused by smartphone use, you can take actions to prevent much unnecessary suffering. All I have left to say is, “Seriously, really, really… no I didn’t read it on Pinterest, but I know what I’m talking about!” Emoji thumbs up, clapping hands and smiley face. And if your teenager does not want to hear it, slide this article under his or her bedroom door and make a run for it.

While standing, notice if the weight is felt greater over the balls of the feet or heels (it should be felt equally from front to back).

Take a standing picture from the side or have a friend look to determine if your ear is forward from the center of your shoulder.

Are your shoulders rounded?

Does your picture or friend notice rounding or a hump at the base of your neck and/or upper back.

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Is it tiring and take a conscious effort to stand up straight?

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Do you suffer from recurring tension or pain in the base of your skull, shoulder(s) and/or neck?

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Journal of the American Geriatrics Society 2004; 52(10): 1662.

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I frequently see teenagers (and people of all ages) who suffer from problems caused by postural breakdowns brought on by digital device use. Because of the focus in chiropractic on alignment and posture and its effect on spine and nerve function, it is natural that so many people now seek care. Headaches, neck and back pain, fatigue and upper extremity issues are common problems that resolve during chiropractic care. In a time when staring at screens occupies more of your life, it would be wise to consider periodic chiropractic check-ups (even if no crisis yet exists). Just like teeth, the spine needs to be maintained and kept in top form.

This recommendation can’t be emphasized enough during the years when your child is still growing.

Let’s face it, smartphones are here to stay. Besides trying to be conscientious and limiting the time gazing down at your phone, you must engage in regular damage control. Below is a list of actions that can help you mitigate the effects of smartphone use and avoid the many risks associated with drugs: Exercise is a must. Think gym workouts, yoga or Pilates classes, walking, etc.

Rolling a towel up into a cylinder shape and lying on your back with it under your neck can help relieve tensions caused by prolonged neck flexion.

Dr. Scott E. Rosenthal is a second-generation Doctor of Chiropractic and a past president of the Delaware Chiropractic Society. His undergraduate degree is in Nutrition and he is a Certified Yoga Teacher. In his Wilmington practice, he offers the cutting-edge Koren Specific Technique (KST) as well as other contemporary and traditional approaches. KST comfortably integrates gentle adjustments of the spine, cranial bones, TMJ, arms and legs (including the wrists and feet). Dr. Rosenthal specializes in pain relief, auto or work injury recovery and natural ways to boost whole body wellness.

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Dr. Ernie Ward, nationally renowned veterinarian, pet author and founder of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, offers his 'Top 5 Healthy Habits' for pet owners to help ensure pets stay happy and healthy throughout the year: 1. Healthy Eats and Treats. The most important decision you make each day regarding your pet's health is what you feed it.

When choosing pet food, look for meat as one of the first few ingredients, and avoid by-products, artificial flavors, colors and preservatives whenever possible. When it comes to treats, look for low-cal options that confer some health benefit. Treats that help maintain healthy joints, clean teeth or ensure pills are taken are recommended. The Greenies Brand specializes in great-tasting treats individually formulated to deliver these benefits. If you're going to give treats, make them count!

2. Brain Boosters. Most people love puzzles -- and so does your pet! One of the best ways to feed and treat pets is with a food puzzle. These clever devices hide your pet's food or treats until they unlock the secret and get their goodies. These tools engage your pet's brain and bust boredom while you're away. Forget peanut butter-stuffed toys; these toys stimulate thought and don't pack on the pounds!

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3. Power Play. Walking your dog and playing with your cat each day keeps them trim, healthy and mentally alert. Pets that don't receive enough physical activity ("lap potatoes") have the highest rates of weight-related diseases such as arthritis and diabetes and suffer from behavioral problems. For dogs, 20 to 30 minutes of brisk walking each day benefits both ends of the leash. For cats, two or three five-minute play periods are plenty. And don't worry!

Walking with your pet can be fun! Try programs like Greenies Wag & Walk 4 Life, and get active with your pet.

4. Paws Together. It's more fun to play with other dogs! Socialized dogs are simply better behaved and more fun. Visit a dog park, enroll in training classes or become active in serving your community. There are endless ways to get you and your dog to interact with other pet lovers. Share the fun and join a new pack!

5. Pets and Vets. Somehow pet owners started believing that the only time you need a vet is when something is wrong with your pet. The secret to a long and healthy life is vet visits when everything appears fine. A pet owner's primary goal should be to prevent disease, not only treat it. Changes in diet or lifestyle, giving nutritional supplements and exercising more are straight forward solutions. Sometimes you just need a prod; other times a push. Your veterinarian is your pet's voice; let them speak for your pet by visiting once a year for young pets and twice yearly for those over age seven.

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