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Volume 2, Issue 4

April/May 2012 Gov. Fallin: outlines initiatives in this years budget for Oklahoma 8 Lt. Gov: Setting Health & Fitness Goals 9

PRIME Fiscal Fitness: Investing 101 10 Understanding the Hysterectomy 12 Advanced Stroke Care at Stillwater Medical Center 14 Treating Pms Symptoms With Acupuncture 15 Seven Myths You Should Know About Varicose Veins 18 The OKC Philharmonic And The Healing Power Of Music 20

FITNESS Ben Coffman: Get On Your Bike And Ride! 23 The OKC Barons Bring Hockey To Local Schools 25 Fit, Fabulous And 50-Something, Melinda Meadow Shares Her Secret 28 Getting Down And Dirty To Fight Obesity 29

FOODIES Healthy Fiesta Ideas 30 Hot Plate: The Ultimate Love Affair With Food At Paseo Grill 32

BABIES ON BOARD Healthy Teeth Equals Better Health 34 Learning the Plant World 35

TALK Amazing Grace On The Prairie 41 Learn About Good Nutrition At Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge 42 Maj. Ed Pulido Receives Honors From Lt. General Petraeus 44 Top Of The Line Service For The Community Of Stillwater 46

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Hello to Everyone!

I had a great time working on this issue. We traveled to several places and met some wonderful people while working on our Healthy Destinations article. I encourage you to make the trip to some of these places and take in all there is to see.

Several of our friends including Lt. Gov. Todd Lamb, Country Artist Bryan White, and Tony Moore from Cushing will be taking part in the OKC Memorial Half-Marathon. If you can, go cheer them on.

The Paseo Arts District will hold their 36th Annual Arts Festival Memorial Day Weekend. There will be plenty of music, art and entertainment for the whole family. Get out and enjoy the festival and stop by Paseo Grill or Sauced on Paseo for some fabulous food.

Check out all the galleries, make some friends and possibly bring home something to add joy to your life.

I want to thank all the troops for their sacrifices that they have made. Our friend, Spc. Michael Manning is home and with his family. I hope you enjoy the article on Maj. Ed Pulido and his endeavors to help our wounded warriors.

Thank you!

[ Brandy Morris, Publisher ]

Spring is here, with the fluctuation in temperature comes bad weather so remember to always prepare yourself for the worst. You should have a safe place for you and your loved ones to go to when Mother Nature brings havoc. Go to a lower level of your home or business and protect yourself from flying debris by placing yourself under a mattress, heavy pillows and blankets. You should also protect your four-legged loved ones as well.

If you do not have a lower level that you can go, then you need to find a room in the center of your home and place as many walls between you and the outside of your home as possible. Never position yourself near windows or glass. If you have framed pictures on the walls remember to take them down, because they can become flying objects. If you live in a mobile home, you should find another place to go to get away from the high winds and hail. It is a great idea to have a staged evacuation and time yourself to see how long it takes for everyone to go where they will be safe.

We do not always have a warning when disaster strikes, but every second counts when it comes to saving lives. We did not have much of a Winter so you will need to take care of your yard and spray for ticks, fleas, ants and mosquitoes. There are several companies that can help with this possible pest problem.

Before turning on your air conditioner, make sure that you have your unit checked and that it is in excellent operating order, remember to clean or replace your filters, and you might want to have the ceiling registers checked for dust and mold.

We appreciate all the great feed back that we are constantly getting from everyone and we hope that you will continue to read OK Health and Fitness Magazine. God Bless all and remember to "Think and be Healthy!

OKhealth&fitness April/ May 2012 Vol 2 - Issue 4 Publisher/ Editorial Director Brandy Morris (405) 614-5373 brandyokhealth@gmail.com Editor-in-Chief/ Advertising Director Bradley Smith (405) 614-2615 bradokhealth@gmail.com Creative Director HJC Design Services

Contributing Writers Brandy Morris Bradley Smith Governor Mary Fallin Lt. Governor Todd Lamb Chris Petermann Amy Petermann Mark Triplett, M.S.O.M. Dr. Dominic M. Pedulla, M.D., F.A.C.C. Steve Johnston, N.D. Ben Coffman Dr. D. Nelson Fong, M.D. Jordan Ihrig Michelle Winters Blake Colston Lynn Rowland Melinda Meadows Ben Cordle Sara English

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Special Message from Governor Mary Fallin

Improvements for Oklahoma's Health are the

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Mental Health Initiative

Around ten percent of Oklahoma's youth have a mental-health disorder and an additional ten percent have a substance abuse issue.

Without early and effective identification and interventions, childhood disorders can lead to school failure, poor employment opportunities, poverty and criminal justice involvement in adulthood. The budget includes more than $3 million for the state's matching portion of the Systems of Care Grant. Systems of Care is a comprehensive spectrum of mental health and other services organized into coordinated networks to meet multiple needs. The program provides community based, family driven, youth-guided, and culturally competent services statewide. These family-centered programs have led to healthier Oklahoma families through significant reductions in self-harm attempts (39 percent decline), reduced law enforcement contacts (47 percent decline) and reduced school detentions (53 percent decline). The Systems of Care program is the backbone of the children’s treatment system and Oklahoma is the national leader in this evidence-based approach to serving children and youth with mental illness and substance abuse disorders.

This investment underscores the importance of serving these youth now to avoid more expensive consequences down the road.

Infant Mortality

My budget includes $1.7 million in funding to help deal with the high rate of infant death in Oklahoma. This funding will enhance the current statewide infant mortality initiative, by implementing targeted interventions through hospitals, key state and local agencies, and partner organizations to improve health outcomes for Oklahoma mothers and infants.

Infant mortality can be improved in Oklahoma through simple, evidence-based steps such as laying a baby on its back to sleep, encouraging women to breast-feed, teaching parents about normal infant crying to reduce abusive head trauma, and reducing smoking among pregnant women and family members. This program will use the existing health care and public-health systems to give parents the tools they need to raise a healthy infant. Infant mortality rates in Oklahoma can and must be improved.

Oklahoma's health care professional crisis Oklahoma is in desperate need of health care professionals. In fact, 64 of Oklahoma’s 77 counties have shortages of health professionals, especially rural physicians. That must change.

The United Health Foundation also ranks Oklahoma 49th in the country for the number of primary care physicians proportionate to its population. The lack of access to health care providers, especially primary-care physicians, is a significant factor in Oklahoma’s poor health outcomes. In an effort to reduce the shortage of health professionals in rural and under served areas, I am supporting the expansion of rural residency programs in Oklahoma.

Rural residency programs have been shown to help retain physicians where they are needed the most. My budget proposal includes $3.08 million to establish 40 new residency slots at five hospitals. After three years, federal funding will become available to sustain this program.

Community access to facilities and equipment at public schools I’m asking the legislature to pass a bill reducing liability to schools, so moms and dads and others from our local communities can join our children in accessing tracks, courts and exercise equipment. The governor has endorsed Shared Use Agreement legislation limiting liability of school districts that open their facilities on a voluntary basis (both indoor and outdoor) to community groups and/or individuals for physical activity. Currently, school districts are reluctant to open school property to the community after hours, due to concerns about the legal risks. A state law that clarifies liability laws and protects schools from lawsuits will encourage partnerships that keep schools open to promote physical activity and reduce childhood obesity. This legislation will also assist schools in becoming a Certified Healthy School and provide increased opportunity for schools to receive Certified Healthy School Rewards.

All of these initiatives will help Oklahomans make better decisions about their health and get the right care.

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Healthy living is important, not just because we want Oklahomans to live full and happy lives, but because the effects of unhealthy lifestyle choices hurt our economy, drain taxpayer dollars and drive up the cost of health care for everyone.

Oklahoma is ranked 48th in the nation in overall health indicators. That is unacceptable.

There are several major factors that hurt our health ranking: obesity, tobacco, poor nutrition, infant mortality, substance abuse and lack of physical activity, just to name a few.

It is time to address these problems, move the numbers in the right direction and take control of our own destiny.

To do that, I have signed an executive order to prohibit tobacco use on all state property.

Smoking is the number one preventable cause of death in the United States and in Oklahoma.

The purpose of the ban is to protect the health of employees and citizens visiting state-owned properties. In addition, the ban will drive down one of the major factors of increasing health care costs for state employees, decrease employee absenteeism and increase productivity. This ban will save an estimated $5.2 million in taxpayer dollars each year. The ban will become effective as of July 1, 2012, in order to give state employees the opportunity to take advantage of smoking cessation programs prior to implementation.

Smoking cessation programs are available through employee health insurance plans and counseling is available through the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline. For more information, please call 1-800-QUIT-NOW. We are also going to close the smoking room at the State Capitol and transforming it into a small fitness center. To fund this transformation, the state has already applied for a grant from the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust, which the Oklahoma Hospital Association has generously agreed to match.

Special Message from Lt. Governor Todd Lamb

Setting Realistic Goals for

HEALTH AND

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Being healthy and fit is paramount to having a happy and productive life. It is the key to well-being, yet it is the key often left out of the equation. We enter each New Year excited to make changes in the way we eat, exercise and live our lives. But how many of those changes do we put into action? How many do we turn into new, long-term habits?

It is easy to talk about making a change; the hardest part is actually making the change. It is easy to write a list of vague dreams to be healthier or become more fit.

It takes an effort to act on a concrete goal such as running in a half marathon or eating a salad every day. Concrete, measurable goals are aptly called SMART goals: specific,

measurable, attainable, realistic and timely, a term coined by Paul J. Meyer.

The Governor has recently announced a plan to transform the smoking room in the Capitol basement into an exercise facility.

This is a specific goal that will improve the ability of Capitol employees to be healthy and fit. It can be measured by being broken into smaller, step-by-step goals. It is attainable, realistic and timely.

One way we have chosen to put change into action in the Lt. Governor’s office is by running as a relay team in the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. This will be our second year to do so and it is a great opportunity to individually and corporately work toward our health and fitness goals for the New Year.

The best way to start is to start small.

Make a list of three changes you want to

incorporate in your life to become healthier and more fit. Use the SMART goal acronym to measure your goals, then get started. Take one day at a time and put one foot in front of the other.

You might make one of your goals to run the 5k or half marathon legs of the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon this year. Or grab some friends and put a relay team together and run the entire race. I would love to see you out on the course! One thing is for sure – meeting health and fitness goals (or any goals for that matter) takes the encouragement of community. Let’s do this together!

Join me on twitter (@LtGovToddLamb) and Facebook and let me know your recent health milestone, fitness achievement or pass on additional tips. Oklahoma is becoming healthier. Let’s continue that momentum.

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Have you ever thought investment terminology was a foreign language? If so, this article is for you. We will discuss some of the basic terminology of investing.

Stocks: Shares of stock

By Chris represent an ownership and Amy interest in a business. When Petermann you purchase stock you become a part owner of the business. When a company first issues (sells) stock it is called an Initial Public Offering (IPO) and is sold on the Primary Market. The money made from that initial sale goes to the company issuing the stock.

Buying and selling stocks on the NASDAQ, New York Stock Exchange or other exchanges is on the secondary market level. At the secondary market, the money from the sale of the stock goes to the seller rather than the business. There are two main types of stock: common and preferred.

Common stock normally entitles the owner to a vote at stock-holders meetings and to receive dividends. Preferred stock normally does not have a vote, but typically receives higher dividend payments and has a higher claim to assets than common stock in the event the company is liquidated.

Bonds: A Bond represents a loan to a business or government entity. The main types of bonds are corporate bonds, issued by corporations, municipal bonds, issued by state or local governments, and U.S. Treasury bonds, notes, and bills, which are simply referred to as Treasuries.

In return for lending the business or government entity money, you will be paid a specified interest rate (coupon) to a specified date (the maturity).

Then at maturity the bondholder will receive the face amount of the bond. Bond holders have a higher claim on assets than stock-holders, meaning that if the company were to go bankrupt and require liquidation, bond holders will be paid before stock owners. The bondholders can sell the bonds before maturity on the secondary market. The value of a bond moves inversely (opposite) to the change in interest rates. So, as interest rates in the economy fall the bond will become more valuable, and as interest rates rise the value of a bond will decrease.

Mutual Funds: Mutual Funds represent a pooled investment approach, where many invest money into the fund. These pooled funds are then invested by the money manager as specified

in the fund prospectus. The prospectus specifies the type of investment, which could include stocks, bonds, or money market instruments.

Mutual funds allow smaller investors to have access to professional money managers and have a more diversified portfolio than they would be able to have by investing directly into individual stocks and bonds.

Return: Is what you earn on the investment.

Bonds pay interest which is one part of your return. You can also have a gain (or loss) if you sell a bond before maturity. If interest rates have fallen after the bond was initially purchased, it should be worth more then what you initially paid for it. Stocks do not pay interest but can pay dividends. The dividend would be one part of your return. You can also have a gain (or losses) when you sell the stock.

Risk: There are a variety of risk measures.

Interest rate risk is the risk that interest rates will rise after you invest in the fixed interest rate investment. Business risk is the risk that the particular business that you invest in goes bankrupt or is unable to make interest payments.

Credit risk is the risk that the bond issuer will not be able to make interest or principal payments when due. Inflationary risk (or purchasing power risk) refers to the risk that the return from an investment will be eroded by inflation.

Liquidity risk is the possibility that you may not be able to sell an investment when you need the funds.

Liquidity: refers to how quickly you can convert your investment into cash without losing value.

Risk vs Return (or risk/reward): The higher the risk the higher your return needs to be to compensate for the risk taken. For example, a savings account in an FIDC insured bank may have a low return, but it is insured and thus the risk of you losing your money is non-existent (provided you stay with in the FDIC insurance limits).

Return vs. Liquidity: the higher the liquidity the lower the return. Your savings account has high liquidity and again why it has a lower return.

Your home has low liquidity, the time between putting it on the market and the time you close and receive your money is lengthy, so to offset the low liquidity, the return would need to be higher.

This is just a few of the terms for investing, but hopefully this is a nice start to learning the foreign language!

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ysterectomy, or surgical removal of the uterus, is the second most common surgery performed on women in the United States

By D. Nelson according to recent Center Fong, M.D. for Disease Control statistics.

About 600,000 hysterectomies are performed annually for a variety of reasons ranging from painful menstrual cycles to invasive cancer.

The idea of undergoing major surgery can be both difficult and angst provoking; however, understanding the reasons for hysterectomy or one of its less invasive alternatives may be right for you can help ease fears after discussion with your gynecologist or surgeon.

The uterus lives inside the abdominal cavity of women and connects to the vagina and outside world through the cervix. The uterus is essentially a muscle folded over on itself forming a hollow cavity known as the endometrial cavity. This cavity in turn is lined by special cells known as “endometrial cells” or endometrium. Every menstrual cycle, these endometrial cells inside the endometrial cavity are initially induced to grow under the control of estrogen; if pregnancy does not occur, these cells will slough off resulting in menstrual flow out of the endometrial cavity, through the cervix, and into the vagina.

Heavy or irregular periods can be caused by a disturbance in the hormones that regulate the cyclical growth of the endometrium. Often, your gynecologist may recommend checking your thyroid along with other lab work to see if there are correctable medical conditions like a thyroid disorder that may be the cause of your irregular periods in order to avoid hysterectomy. Other initial workups may include an ultrasound or an endometrial biopsy (an office procedure where a small catheter is

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inserted through the cervix to get a sample of endometrial cells to rule out cancer).

In the case of painful periods, further workups may commonly result in finding uterine fibroids which are benign tumors or non-cancerous growth of the uterine muscle. Fibroids are most easily diagnosed either by bimanual examination or transvaginal ultrasound and can result in both bleeding abnormalities and sometimes pain or pressure. Fibroids do not increase your risk of cancer in the uterine muscle. Other common causes of painful periods include endometriosis, where endometrial cells grow outside the endometrial cavity and irritate the abdominal cavity, or adenomyosis, where the endometrial cells grow into the uterine muscle instead of staying inside the endometrial cavity.

Depending on what your physician may feel the cause of your irregular or painful periods may be, the approach may differ. For irregular periods, many women may be candidates for regulation of their cycles with birth control pills; however, if you are a smoker over 35, or have poorly controlled high blood pressure than you are not a good candidate for cycle regulation with birth control pills.

Some women may find relief from painful periods with continuous birth control pills or a device known as the Mirena IUD, which is a small device, inserted into the uterus during an office visit. This device releases progesterone within the uterus and makes periods lighter to non-existent in most women. The Mirena IUD lasts for five years and is easily removed if not liked by the patient.

Another method for decreasing menstrual flow is a day procedure (either done in the operating room or in a procedure room within the office, depending on method chosen) known as endometrial ablation. In this procedure, the endometrial cavity is entered with a device that either burns or freezes the endometrial cells. By destroying these cells,

90 percent of patients will have decreased menstrual flow and up to 50 percent of patients will no longer have periods depending on the method used. It is important to note, however, if you have fibroids or endometriosis, an ablation will remove neither of these as it destroys only the endometrium, just the innermost cell layer of the uterus. To reach fibroids, either a hysterectomy or an alternative known as uterine artery embolization may be discussed.

Some, all, or none of these therapies may be recommended for you depending on your history, physical examination, and resulting diagnosis. If you and your gynecologist reach the mutual decision for hysterectomy, there are a variety of approaches including vaginal, laparoscopic, robotic, and abdominal.

Minimally invasive approaches such as vaginal and robotic hysterectomies are desirable for shorter hospital stays and quicker recovery times.

Robotic hysterectomy, a recently developed but rapidly expanding method, involves your gynecologist sitting at the surgeon’s console controlling robotic arms and offers improved dexterity and maneuverability.

Many women are concerned that a hysterectomy will result in menopause; however, in its pure medical meaning hysterectomy means removal of the uterus, which does not result in menopause. The decision to remove your ovaries, a surgery known as oophorectomy, will result in menopause. This type of surgery is one that should be discussed with your gynecologist.

D. Nelson Fong, M.D., is a member of the medical staff (OB/GYN) at Lakeside Women’s Hospital located at 11200 N. Portland Ave. Oklahoma City, OK For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Fong call (405) 936-1000 www.lakeside-wh.com

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When a stroke patient enters the hospital, doctors are immediately faced with determining whether a burst blood vessel or a blood clot is inhibiting blood flow to the brain. Understanding the exact cause significantly changes the course of treatment and patient outcome.

To expedite expert evaluation and treatment to stroke patients in North Central Oklahoma, Stillwater Medical Center (SMC) is partnering with INTEGRIS Health System on the groundbreaking TeleStroke Network™. Stillwater Medical Center emergency physicians and stroke team have immediate access to a consulting neurologist at INTEGRIS by using a designated live-feed videoconferencing unit.

“It is imperative that rapid evaluation occurs for the best possible outcome of the acute stroke patient,” said Jaime Popp, RN,

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Warning Signs

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“The INTEGRIS TeleStroke Network™ provides neurological expertise 24/7/365 days a year to remotely examine the patient, confirm the diagnosis, interpret the brain images and provide recommendations to the community hospital’s staff physicians just as if they were at the bedside.”

Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body

According to the American Stroke Association, a stroke occurs when the brain is deprived of blood flow and oxygen for a length of time and the brain begins to die. There are two main types of stroke. An ischemic stroke occurs when a clot in a blood vessel obstructs the flow of blood to the brain. A hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a ruptured blood vessel.

Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination

During an ischemic stroke, quickly administering the FDA approved Activase, or tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), can reverse the effects of stroke and reduce the risk of disability. The clot-busting drug works best when administered within three hours of the onset of ischemic stroke symptoms.

Patients having a hemorrhagic stroke are not candidates for tPA because clot-busting

Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

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By Mark and will deliver in a couple of Triplett, months! She went on to thank M.S.O.M. me for working with her and believed that her treatments with me made all the difference in her success.

I am always excited when patients tell me how much their lives have improved through treatment, and am both honored and humbled when they express their gratitude to me.

In recent years, acupuncture has gained welldeserved recognition in helping couples who have difficulty conceiving and in increasing the success rate for women who undergo fertilization procedures. Additionally, there have been favorable studies of men and fertility in which acupuncture has shown to increase both sperm count and motility making this style of medicine an excellent natural addition to helping couples with reproductive issues.

Besides fertility issues, acupuncture has been helping women with their health needs for thousands of years, and it may be suggested that gynecology and women’s health could be one of

the oldest medical specialties.

Read any article on women’s health and fertility today and I can almost guarantee that one of those little “should do” bullets to help with fertility is to reduce your stress! Did you ever notice that hysterectomy and hysteria had the same prefix? It comes from the word Hystero that means of or pertaining to the uterus. This word was adopted when researchers noticed a connection between a woman’s physical and emotional health.

Now, out of fear for my life I am not even going to suggest that every time a woman has so much as a twinge of discomfort that they have some deep-seated emotional issue! I am merely implying that the two can exist and that there may be relevance to one another!

If a woman is healthy, she should have a healthy reproductive cycle, without exceptional symptoms like pain, cramping bloating, etc. In fact, the only normal symptom should be fatigue during her period. Sadly, so many women suffer from so many maladies that we just consider all this pathology a “normal” part of the process, part of our “haven’t got time for the pain” lifestyle.

Acupuncture can address many physical symptoms that women experience during their cycle. First,it can help relieve the pain and can be tailored to address any pain pattern. Low back

pain, achy or stabbing abdominal pain, severe inner thigh pain, pelvic pain, etc. acupuncture can help, even if you suffer these symptoms caused by endometriosis or fibroids. It can help regulate symptoms like heavy bleeding or bleeding for an exceptionally long time.

Acupuncture can help regulate your cycle and can also treat a host of secondary pain issues like breast tenderness, headaches, diarrhea or constipation, urinary issues, and yes even bloating and water retention.

Last, yes you guessed it! Acupuncture helps you emotionally! It helps how your body responds to stress making you less irritable, less emotional, and dare I say easier to be around!

Women who suffer from menopausal symptoms will want to investigate treatments as well! Hot flashes, night sweats, palpitations and yes vaginal dryness are all symptoms that acupuncture can effectively treat!

Acupuncture can be an effective way to help women who want to be in control of their bodies and want to use a holistic approach to their health needs. It gives them an option to taking pain medicine, and an alternative to using birth control medications for PMS issues, especially for young women or teens who do not believe that birth control medication is right for them.

Mark Triplett, MSOM, has a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine and has been practicing Oriental Medicine for over 8 years. Questions? comments? He can be reached at 405-514-0478 or by his website http://www.triplettacupuncture.com

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“In the past, SMC has had the capability to administer the medication; however, has often faced some delays in treatment while waiting for a phone consult with a neurologist.”

Popp says research shows the appropriate decision to treat with tPA via video is 97 percent, while telephone consultation yielded only 76 percent.

“Together, we [through videoconferencing] can make the same kinds of decisions for treatment that you would get in our hospital or in Harvard,” said Dr. Charles Morgan, medical director for the James R. Daniel Stroke Center of Oklahoma. “It’s the same level of expertise.”

“When the consulting specialist, the emergency room physician, nurses, patient and family can see each other, speak to each other, listen to each other and ultimately all work together in real time as a team, the process moves much more quickly,” said Shyla Eggers, director of public relations for Stillwater Medical Center. “The American Stroke Association reports that one minute of brain ischemia can cause death to 2 million brain cells. Every moment is crucial. Every carefully expedited process is beneficial.”

Jack Sappenfield recently had a firsthand patient experience with the prompt and effective results of the TeleStroke system. Driving with his wife, Dinah, on the interstate, Jack began exhibiting symptoms of a stroke. The couple drove immediately to a nearby hospital, which happened to be a partner in the TeleStroke Network™. Jack was thoroughly and quickly examined by the attending physicians, nurses and neurologist via live videoconference. Together with Dinah, Jack’s medical team determined he was a candidate for tPA, which was promptly administered. Jack went on to make a full recovery and lives without any effects of stroke.

team, diagnostic imaging, 24 hour neurology consultation, laboratory services and personnel. Designation is rigorous and is based on the evaluation of standards, clinical practice guidelines and performance measurement activities.

“I am thrilled every time I think about it,” Dinah said. “Because I also know what it could be like if we had not been able to get back to the medical care we needed.”

The INTEGRIS TeleStroke Network is currently live at 13 medical facilities and has performed more than 320 consultations.

Approximately 30 percent of those patients were treated with tPA.

With the new TeleStroke capabilities, Stillwater Medical Center is now in the process of becoming designated as a Primary Stroke Center through the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH).

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Don’t Believe It! It is estimated that 1 in 5 adults in the US have varicose veins. Some reports indicate that up to 50 percent of people over 50 have varicose veins. Varicose veins are enlarged veins that may appear blue, red or flesh-colored. They are often raised above the skin on legs and look like twisted, bulging chords. Because of how they

By Dominic M. Pedulla appear, many patients mistakenly assume that MD, FACC varicose veins are simply a cosmetic concern and the majority of people with the condition do not seek treatment. Those pesky veins are not embarrassing, but they can also cause ankle and leg swelling, heaviness or tension, aching, restlessness, cramps, and itching. There is a lot of information online about varicose veins but some myths about varicose vein and varicose vein treatments continue. So here is the believable, and unbelievable information on your veins:

Myth #1 – Varicose vein

treatment is a long, painful process. To be honest, most people are shocked by how quick and easy our laser procedure is.

We tell our patients that if you show up at 10 a.m., you will be finished by 11 and back to work by lunch. Because we do not “strip” the veins any longer, the procedure is virtually painless.

You will feel some pressure but generally speaking it is quick and easy.

Myth #2 – Varicose veins can be resolved with a special cream or pill. From time to time, we will see an advertisement for a special cream or pill that is sure to “cure” varicose veins. After many years of research, we know that vein issues have to be resolved at the point of the problem – inside the vein itself. Sure, creams can improve the appearance of the skin by improving hydration, but it is not a fix for varicose veins.

The good news is that laser vein therapy is remarkably easy.

Myth #3 – Compression

stockings and elevation of the feet are cures for varicose veins.

Although compression stockings provide graduated compression from the ankle up to the knee or thigh, which helps to reduce pain and swelling, they only help to manage symptoms and do not provide a cure. Likewise, elevating the feet above the thighs when sitting and above the heart when lying down can help to ease pressure on the veins, but elevation, like the use of compression stockings, is not a cure for varicose veins.

Myth #4 – Varicose veins are a woman’s issue. Women are statistically more likely to suffer from varicose veins, but some 42 percent of men will experience some type of varicose vein symptoms by the age of 60. Body builders, runners and weightlifters are particularly prone to varicose veins due to the strain put on the veins during aggressive leg stress and heavy lifting. Men who have jobs where they are on their feet all day are also at a greater risk.

Myth #5 – Skinny people and those in “good shape” will not get varicose veins. Although weight contributes to the factor, it is not the only cause of varicose veins.

We routinely see people who exercise regularly, and very slim people who are plagued with varicose veins. Anyone can get varicose veins.

Myth #6 – Varicose veins are

strictly a cosmetic issue. Not true. In some cases, not only do varicose veins cause pain and swelling, but if left untreated, varicose veins may lead to persistent leg swelling, phlebitis, blood clots and non-healing leg ulcers. Seeking medical attention early is the key in keeping them from causing more problems.

Myth #7 – Cost of varicose vein treatment is not covered by insurance. This is probably the most understood fact about varicose veins. Many people still believe that receiving treatment for varicose veins will cost a lot of money out-of-pocket. Many insurers, including Medicare, now recognize it as a medical necessity and cover the cost of varicose vein treatments. Your varicose vein specialist should be able to check with your insurance carrier to give you an idea of your out-of-pocket expense.

Dominic Pedulla MD is a board certified cardiologist specializing in varicose veins. His office offers no obligation, free consultations for people interested in having their veins evaluated. Call his office today at (405) 947-2228.

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Silent Killer

When is the last time you looked into the mirror and liked yourself? How long has it been since you were excited about you and felt good about life?

On the other hand, do you

By Steve Johnston, constantly worry about ND paying bills, raising children, the economic problems that our country is facing, your job, the rising costs of gas, or any of today’s burdening challenges?

Do you get irritated at the smallest of things?

Do you feel fatigued and lack energy? Do you lack motivation, and do not care if things get done?

Do you find yourself mindlessly sitting in front of your television watching reruns of the Beverly Hillbillies while your mouth hangs open wishfully thinking how wonderful it would be if butterflies would congregate and land on your tongue?

Do you suffer from sleep problems, binge eating, reduced sex drive, indigestion, weight gain, heart palpitations, hair loss, hormonal imbalance, changes in bowel movements? Do you bark at your dog?

What is it? STRESS!!

Stress is a silent killer. Stress is the underlying cause of many of our health concerns. Years ago a colleague and I did a study on how stress and traumatic experience can begin the

onset of crippling and traumatic illness. Our results showed a 99 percent positive increase in traumatic illness within our 5-year study.

In my practice I find that many of my patients suffer from the “Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda Syndrome.” I quite frequently hear “If only I had done this or that,” many people dwell on past failures or people who they blame for their current situations.

During my 35 years of practice I have had many people ask for help. I have listened with empathy as they tell me how they used to be and what they have become. The one question always asked of me is WHY? Why did I become so ill?

In many cases the answer is stress. What can be done to help? Since bodily stress begins at the cellular level we can start there.

SUGGESTIONS: Increase your mineral

intake especially Magnesium. Magnesium has been called the anti-stress mineral, add B Vitamins to your list of supplements.

Diet: Avoid Junk foods, processed foods, high sugar foods, and artificial sweeteners.

Adaptogenic herbs and herbal formulas: Make sure that the herbal formulas are specific for YOUR body. Why? Because you are a unique individual.

Your physiology is different from others and your condition is unique to you. Try to avoid fad herbs and diets. Find a good Naturopathic practitioner, whether it is

me or someone else. You will be glad you did.

EXERCISE:

Walk, run, jump, swim, bicycle. Just MOVE!!

Get your blood flowing and those feel good endorphins flooding your system.

RELAX:

Learn to relax. No I’m not talking about just laying around. Total relaxation, sleep is a wonderful rejuvenator.

Total relaxation for 10 to 15 minutes once or twice a day can sometimes equal 8 hours of sleep. I teach my patients several methods of total relaxation, so they can incorporate it as part of their lifestyle.

LET YOUR ANGER OUT!!

Do not hold your anger in. I am not saying to hit some inanimate object or person. Scream into your pillow if you have to, then go laugh at yourself. Try it, it helps. Try learning a martial art like Aikido or Tai Chi. Most important, learn to love yourself. Remember, you have a great gift. You have the power to CHOOSE. You can choose to be healthy or sick, good or bad, wealthy or poor, the choice is yours. Use your power wisely.

Yours in Health, Steve Johnston N.D. Steve Johnston, ND 4200 Perimeter Center Drive Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 6378586 www.drstevejohnston.vpweb.com

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OKC PHIL P [By Michelle Winters]

oklahoma city philarmonic & the heali JOEL LEVINE, MUSIC DIRECTOR

“I’ve always told parents that learning to sing or play any instrument gives children a tool for life,” says Dorothy Hays. As a retired orchestra director with 30 years in the public schools, Hays has seen the impact of musical training on children. “From my experience, there’s nothing else in a child’s day that brings them to the point of total immersion in an activity – even sports.” Even though most children resist “falling in love”with

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music, according to Hays, she has seen a child’s achievement in school music programs translate into success in other subjects.

“When children realize that they can make progress in music, they get the confidence to tackle other subjects.”

Violins for Everyone!

While the benefits to children are measurable and impressive, adults also gain on many levels from learning to play a musical instrument.

Researchers are starting to track the enormous social and emotional impact of music training.

Hays is also the founder, teacher and conductor of a remarkable group of adult string students who play together in the OKC metro area. In a program sponsored by the Oklahoma City Philharmonic called “Be the Orchestra,” adults learn to play string instruments. Dozens of beginners on violin, viola, cello and bass have continued to play after their initial instruction in the program and have joined the Philharmonic’s string group for adult beginners called “Society

Of Strings,” known as SOS. “I don’t have neurological research or brains studies but for years I’ve said that, for my money, SOS is the cheapest form of psychotherapy out there,” says Hays.

“Whether someone is having a terrible day or a great day, playing in this orchestra is an escape from the mundane.” She explains that she has witnessed the growth of strong social bonds between the members of the group. “At an age when it is more difficult to make new friends, I have seen devoted friendships form among the members as they work toward a common goal. The music brings them together.”

A recent study published by the British Journal of Psychiatry supports this observation. Researchers found that adults who had music therapy sessions of playing instruments exhibited fewer symptoms of loneliness, depression and anxiety compared to those who received standard counseling.

SOS is just one way the OKC Philharmonic is making a difference in our community.

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Music in your life can bring you many delights and comforts, or even moments of powerful emotional impact. But do you know that learning a musical instrument actually creates measurable changes to the brain?

Researchers in neurology from all over the world have compiled evidence that links musical training and learning skills in language and literacy, speech processing, memory, and attention. Just as physical training and exercise impacts the fitness and health of the body, musical training is an excellent way to train the brain for auditory fitness.

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With all the research and anecdotal evidence for the benefits of playing a musical instrument, whether you start as an adult or as a child, there’s more research to support the joys and benefits of simply listening to music.

“Science is quantifying what music lovers have always known,” says Eddie Walker, executive director of the OKC Philharmonic.

“Something very special happens when we listen to music. We light up brain scans in remarkable ways, but I’d go a step further to say that something even more special happens when we listen to live music as an audience sitting together in a theater. There’s an extra energy in the air at a performance that isn’t there with recorded music.” Walker laughs when pressed to explain more. “A metaphysical connection perhaps…or maybe it’s just knowing that we’re enjoying a shared experience that makes the difference.”

Walker insists that there is something

genuine and different at the Philharmonic that everyone is welcome to enjoy. “The orchestra musicians love making music and their commitment and excellence shines through to the audience. I invite everyone to try a concert at the Phil and would personally like to hear from anyone who is coming to a performance for the first time.”

Educational Programs and Concerts at the Philharmonic Joel Levine leads the OKC Philharmonic in an annual schedule of concerts held at the beautiful Civic Center Music Hall. Ticket prices range from $15 to $65, so there’s a seat for everyone. Relax at a Classical concert- newcomers are especially welcome and “first-timer” information is available through the Philharmonic box office. Enjoy a Philharmonic Pops with guest performers and music of different types from Broadway, Jazz, Pop and Hollywood. Afterconcert parties with the band are available

through Overture. For more information on Overture, make a request at the box office.

Philharmonic ticket reps are available during business hours and no request is too big or too small.

Children and families enjoy the Philharmonic Discovery concerts that feature one-hour concerts designed to entertain the young music lover. Everyone is invited to discover the fun of orchestra music and musical instruments at these fast-paced and engaging performances.

Besides performances, the Philharmonic presents 19 different educational programs that serve the community with all levels of music experience. From child to adult and from beginner to expert, we’d like to have the chance to share our enthusiasm for music with yours.

For more information contact the OKC Philharmonic Ticket Office by calling 405-TICKETS (842-5387) or visit www.okcphilharmonic.org

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fitness GURU There are many reasons people choose to ride a bicycle, but one of the growing reasons is to improve overall health. Not only can bicycling help tone leg muscles and burn calories, but there are several other health benefits associated with riding a bike.

The following paragraphs will discuss a small handful of benefits, and provide tips on getting started.

bike regularly, they can sometimes see up to a 20-30 percent increase during the first four months of their bicycling. In other words, their heart will be able to deliver oxygen to the body's muscles more easily, making tasks like climbing the stairs or walking long distances less difficult.

There are several health benefits for those who take the time to bike. Besides toning and building leg muscles, regular bicycling provides various other health benefits to help in keeping fit and staying healthy. Some of these benefits include boosting aerobic capacity, reducing the risk of colon cancer, lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.

Many people consider bicycling for better health, yet they do not know how to get started. Getting started in regular bicycling does not have to be intimidating. Here are some useful tips to help you get started in bicycling for better health.

Boosting your aerobic capacity can be one of the greatest health benefits associated with bicycling. When someone begins riding a

should be avoided. Parks are a good place to ride your bike regularly. By riding in a park, it is easier to think of your regular bike ride as a sight-seeing adventure, and less like a workout for . You should try to ride your regular route at least three times a week.

Riding your bike to the store, or a similar errand can be a good choice of a bike route.

Beginning Bicycling Techniques

Always begin by planning short routes.

Bike routes for those just getting started in regular bicycling for good health should be a maximum of 10 -15 miles or around an hours ride time, and rough riding conditions

The health benefits of riding a bike regularly should be more than enough to make you consider bicycling for better health. Getting started is easy, and the results are well worth the time and effort.

So get outside and get riding!

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BEYOND THE ICE

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[Written By Blake Colston]

The Oklahoma City Barons are making an impression on the American Hockey League this season. They lead the Western Conference and are in a position to make a run deep into the playoffs.

They have been making an impression on others, too, but these impressions are being made on a much younger demographic.

Last summer the Barons introduced a youth floor hockey program aimed at school-age children throughout the Oklahoma City metro area.

Gymnasiums, classrooms and the like are transformed into floor hockey rinks complete with two nets, sticks and an orange rubber ball that serves as the puck.

Oklahoma City Barons Community Relations Manager Brian Chandler, who takes part in most of the floor hockey events, sees the program as a unique and fun opportunity to introduce children to a sport they might not be familiar with.

“All the equipment, and the initial purchase it takes to get a child involved in hockey when you don’t know whether they’re going to like it or not is a pretty big hurdle to climb, Chandler said. Now with the floor hockey program we can take hockey to the kids at school.”

Originally an idea presented by a member of the Barons season seat holder advisory board as a way to expand the Barons footprint in Oklahoma City, the program got under way last summer and has been a tremendous success.

The caravan has made 20 appearances at youth camps this past summer and with the help of the Schools for Healthy Lifestyles Foundation has made close to 20 stops at elementary schools around the metro this school year.

Making the program a household name around the metro is the goal of the Barons Director of Communications, Josh Evans.

“The next step is making it known, making

people aware that we have this program that we can bring to their school. That it’s fun, interactive and free,” Evans said.

During the school year, the program integrates with each school's PE classes and can see up to 180 kids spread over as many as nine classes.

Throughout the visits the program’s overlying message stays consistent. Have fun, work as a team, eat healthy and make exercise part of your day.

“You can’t go overboard because you’ll lose them so we try to make it fun,” Chandler said.

Fun is something that has made the caravan a big success.

“I’m getting buried now; my phone has been blowing up. People want this to come to their school, because it is fun,” Chandler said.

When the schedule allows, Barons players join Chandler at the events. Defensemen Alex Plante joined Chandler at the last stop.

“Alex played goalie with just a blocker and glove on and it was hilarious. He was throwing his glove, hat, shoes, anything to try to stop them, the kids loved it and so did Alex.

Having players out really changes the dynamic,” Chandler said.

Having a professional athlete adds credibility to the message being delivered and makes the experience more memorable for the children.

Chandler knows sometimes it is an uphill battle to pull children away from video games and get them to exercise.

“There are so many things they have in front of them that doesn't promote fitness. It’s so easy to give a kid a controller and sit them in a corner,” Chandler said.

Josh Evans Dir. of Communications introduces players Colten Teubert and Kevin Montgomery.

Player Colten Teubert mentors a potential hockey player.

The program is aimed at reminding the children there is an alternative to video games.

It also aims at making hockey more of a mainstream option for children looking to play sports. Evans and Chandler both see floor hockey as a way to slowly change the culture.

“One of our goals is to help build hockey at the grassroots level and by taking the program to the schools and youth centers, it at least puts a thought in their head that hockey is an option,” Evans said.

“I grew in upstate New York and if it was frozen you were skating on it, Chandler said.

Now we have people here who are passionate about the sport giving the kids a chance to try hockey.”

The Barons are making an impression, one school at a time.

For more information on bringing this program to your school, contact Brian Chandler, Barons Community Relations Manager at 232GOAL(4625). There are 4 home games left in the Barons regular season, for tickets call 232GOAL(4625) or visit www.okcbarons.com.

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G lf for Fitness?

[Written By Lynn Rowland]

As we move into the twenty-first century, more of our activities are becoming electronic. Americans under the age of 40, are the first generation to be raised on electronic games, instead of playing the outside games and activities our parents were raised on. Unfortunately this is an everincreasing trend, almost becoming a pandemic for those under the age of 25, known as generation Y. Many individuals in this age group have never participated in any sport or athletic activity that occurs outdoors, this is where golf comes in.

Anytime that we can get youth involved in the game of golf, we believe we can increase the quality of life, and teach them many life skills. The game of golf is a family and friend oriented game, that can be enjoyed by all age groups, and often be the bridge that can connect generations. As teens fail to participate and compete sports, they lose many of the social skills that athletics provide. As we instruct juniors in our Cimarron Trails Junior Academy, during the summer, we teach them how to interact with people of any age. Honesty, integrity, respect and responsibility are all things that we try to instill in our juniors. These values are all things that help during a game of golf, but can also be used for the rest of our lives. Being golf professionals, we want all our students, young and old, to be as good at the game as they can be, but the game we teach is more than that. We want to be looked upon as mentors for these juniors, someone that they can talk to, or come to for advice when they need it.

Fitness is also a key part of the game we play. The average golfer may make 50 or 60 full swings while attempting to hit the golf ball per round, after all the practice swings, it adds up to more than 100 swings per round.

This is a great core workout, as the golf swing is primarily rotational. To avoid injuries and play good golf, a strong back and core are a necessity.

These days the game of golf has heavily relied on golf carts, golfers are walking less frequently. Although riding in a golf cart for some is more enjoyable, it can also be detrimental to our posture and our game. For those who walk, on average, it is a six-mile walk per round. With the average person burning around 85 calories per mile, this can add up to more than 500 calories per round. If you walk one round of golf per week, you could burn around 25,000 calories in a year, losing more than 7 pounds of fat.

Many times, as players get into the competitive side of the game, they try to tune their bodies to swing the club faster and with more control.

This often snowballs into players working out, not only for their game, but for their health. As with the rush after hitting a great shot, endorphins are released after a workout. This is often the force that drives people to workout more, much the same as one good shot on hole 18, will bring us back to the course the following week.

For those who are fortunate enough to already enjoy the game, try skipping the cart next time you are at the counter. You may find the game more enjoyable and relaxing, the way the game was supposed to be played.

For those who have not yet taken up the game, or have lost touch with the game, go see your local golf professional, and see what you have been missing.

The Golf Club at Cimarron Trails, is located 9 miles south of Stillwater, and is one of Oklahoma hidden gems.

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Fantastic and Fabulous [Written By Melinda Meadows]

I recently turned 55. When I was young, I assumed my 50s would bring about elastic-waist pants, gray hair and wrinkles. Conversations would be about aches and pains, I was not looking forward to growing old. What a relief and surprise to find that my 50s have been the best and most rewarding years and I am enjoying them.

The perfect body is a myth. We flip through magazines and see celebrities and models with perfect bodies and say, "I would look like that too if I had the money, a cook, a personal trainer and a good photographer who knows Photoshop Š."

Our goal should be to feel our best and achieve a healthy balance in our life. We are not going to look as we did when we were in our 20s.

As women age, there are some specific concerns and challenges. Declining hormones create problems with our bodies. Check with your doctor and get a blood test to see if you need hormone replacement therapy. Also make sure your thyroid levels are in the normal range. This is a decision you need to make with your doctor.

It is hard to lose weight if your body is not balanced and you are not getting quality sleep.

Healthy Eating. Here is the part where you say, "I can't live on brown rice and chicken breasts.

Eating healthy is boring and inconvenient." Not true! There are so many healthy and delicious meals that you can prepare and you will never be bored. I have a cheat meal once a week and I look forward to that splurge. I eat anything I want including pizza, Mexican food, and desserts. I love it and it helps me stick with my clean eating during the week. Drink plenty of water, coffee and teas, especially green tea. If you need help getting started with a healthy diet plan, seek nutritional advice. A clean diet is CRITICAL to feeling your best and having the energy to work out.

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Some cosmetic issues can be improved with exercise. Saggy under arms that keep waving when you have stopped, can easily be fixed with some upper body weight lifting. The muffin-top that hangs over the jeans, can be solved with cardio and diet. Saggy, droopy, old-lady bottom can be improved by building up the glute muscles.

Exercise is the perfect prescription for depression. It will turn you into a happier person. Those "feel -good hormones" (endorphins) produced from exercise will turn you into a different person.

It is easy to incorporate exercise into your daily life. Park at the end of the parking lot so you have to walk farther. Take the stairs several times a day, instead of the elevator. Walk around your building a couple of times during the day, it will help you stay focused and mentally sharp.

Power walk through the mall. Exercise while watching your favorite TV shows. I leave my exercise ball in the living room and do crunches and stretches during commercials.

Set small goals and enjoy the challenge of accomplishing them. When you are ready, set another goal more challenging than the last.

The great part about getting fit, is that you go at your own pace and find what works for you. The most important thing about exercise is finding what you love to do.

As we age what we are looking for in fitness changes. When I was younger and competing in races, my goal was to win or at least place.

Now, my goal is to complete the race and enjoy the event. Sometimes age slows you down, but I have discovered that the slower pace is just as enjoyable and memorable.

I do not think any of us would choose to go back to our "younger days" and give up the wisdom and life lessons learned. There are adjustments we have to make as we age, but we can still stay strong and flexible with consistent exercise. The great news is that the body will respond and show improvement to physical fitness no matter what age you start, it is never too late!

Work, play and rest and become the best you have ever been. You are the only one who can do this! No one else can get in shape for you.

YOU are worth it!

Photos taken at Results Fitness & Nutrition Center. with brian attebery by roger meadows

in your 50s?

Have Some Fun at the

Being the owner of Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge, and in the nutrition industry has fueled a passion for this cause. Business is great and is an indication of the general bad health of society in Oklahoma. The exciting silver lining is that Oklahomans are taking this issue seriously and trying to make changes.

[Written By Ben Cordle]

On April 14, 2012, Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge and HELO Oklahoma will be hosting the Inaugural Bedlam Mud Run at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, OK. The Bedlam Mud Run is a 5K obstacle course run. Obstacles will include mud pits, large and short walls to scale, cargo nets to traverse, and many more obstacles to attack, and end with a fire jump! This will be an all-day event that will include live music, food concessions, DJs and a resource fair brought to you by the sponsors of the event, Beer concessions will open at 11 a.m.

There are a few things that you will need before arrival. There will be a $10 parking fee for parking during the event. A photo I.D., proper shoes, a change of clothes (you will get dirty), spending money for concessions and Bedlam gear, and an awesome attitude. Property check in is available for runners who need to check items before their race.

It is a family friendly event. If you are interested in taking part in the Bedlam Mud Run, visit w.ww.bedlammudrun.com. Children can also compete free in the 1 mile Kid's Course.

Under the registration tab, fill in the information on each child and you will be contacted on the

these races so we can donate one million dollars worth of nutritional products to low-income families. We have the passion to meet this goal, now we just need participation.

status of each child's registration. There is a limit of 1,000 children as to get the children's part of the Mud Run finished during the morning events. The children and/or families will be grouped to start every half hour from 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Event packets are available for pick-up at Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge at 10600 S. Pennsylvania, Suite 19, in Oklahoma City. You will need a photo I.D. to pick up a packet prior to the event. If you chose to pick up a packet at the event, we recommend that you arrive an hour early to get processed before your race starts.

Instead of creating an event to raise a lot of money to throw at a problem, we plan on doing more than that. We will be creating community outreach classes where low-income families can come and learn about how to use our nutrition products, the importance of good nutrition for breakfast and beyond, and a general question and answer forum for participants.

The Bedlam Mud Run has already received a lot of attention across central Oklahoma. The goal is to Photos taken By Ben Cordle create a series of five “themed�

5K fun-runs that will entertain, educate, and raise money to help low-income For more information on the Bedlam Mud Run visit www.bedlammudrun.com or visit Lemon families break the cycle of obesity. Our five-year Tree Nutrition Lounge at 10600 S. Pennsylvania, Suite 19, Oklahoma City, OK 405-378-8223. goal is to build enough of a participant base for

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Who doesn’t love a fiesta? Americans love to eat tacos, carnitas, tortilla chips and other tradi­tional Mexican dishes. However, many also worry about how healthy these dishes can be. What they don’t realize is if recipes are pre­pared with fresh items and cooked with corn oil, they can actually be adding benefits to their diet.

According to USDA data, corn oil, such as Mazola® Corn Oil, contains more choles­ terol-blocking plant sterols than any other cooking oil — four times as many as olive oil. It also contains 40 percent more than canola oil. This will help the health­fulness of everyone’s fiestas.

Setting a Healthier Table Whether it’s for a fiesta with friends, or a weeknight dinner, it’s possible to set a healthier table by using Mazola® Corn Oil, so Mazola® has partnered with WomenHeart, the nation’s only patient-centered organiza­ tion serving the 42 million women living with or who are at risk for heart disease, to encourage people to pledge to set a healthier table when they cook. Herb Mesa, “The Next Food Network Star” finalist, celebrity chef and personal trainer who is working with Mazola® to share the news about plant sterols, says “By taking the ‘Set a Healthier Table’ pledge on the Mazola®Facebook page, you can show your commitment to health for both you and your family.”

To take an active role in your health, visit www.Facebook.com/MazolaBrand and pledge to increase the amount of plant sterols in your family’s diet. For every pledge taken, Mazola® will donate $1 (up to a maximum of $50,000), to WomenHeart.

For healthy fiesta recipes, visit www. mazola.com.

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Favorite Foods Can Help Your Heart

According to the FDA, clinical studies indicate that, when con­sumed as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, plant sterols can help reduce the absorp­ tion of cholesterol, which in turn can lower LDL cholesterol. And while 58 percent of Americans stated in a recent survey they believe corn oil is bad for you, corn oil is actually the cooking oil with the highest amount of plant sterols per serving.

Incorporating corn oil whenever you use cooking oil, as well as consuming other foods containing plant sterols — such as fruits, vege­ tables, nuts, seeds, cereals and legumes — can contribute to a diet low in saturated fat and choles­ terol, which can have an important effect on health.

Learn more at www.mazola.com.

foodies Roasted Poblano Chicken Quesadillas

Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes Cook Time: 10 to 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings

Fiesta Black Bean, Corn and Pepper Salad Yield: 18 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes

2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 1 /2 cup diced red onion 2 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup diced red pepper 1 cup diced zucchini 2 cans reduced sodium black beans (15 ounces each), drained and rinsed 2 cups frozen corn 1/2 cup salsa 1 tablespoon lime juice 1-1/2 tablespoons cilantro, finely minced 3/4 cup queso fresco cheese Sauté garlic and onion in corn oil over medium heat in a large skillet until slightly softened. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, peppers and zucchini; continue to cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add black beans and corn and continue cooking to heat through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in salsa.

Transfer to serving dish; squeeze 2 lime wedges over mixture and stir. Garnish with remaining lime and cilantro. Serve warm or chilled.

Bananas Empanadas Prep Time: 20 minutes Bake Time: 20 minutes Yield: 12 empanadas

2 tablespoons butter or margarine 4 ripe bananas, sliced 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) spiced rum 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 packages (11.6 ounces each) empanada dough disks 2 tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil

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medium poblano peppers cups (8 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend cup cooked, shredded chicken cup chopped fresh cilantro teaspoon onion salt 8 to 10-inch flour tortillas tablespoons Mazola® Corn Oil

Roast peppers under the broiler, over a gas flame or on grill. Heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side or until surface skin on the peppers is blistered and charred. Using tongs, transfer peppers to a paper bag or a covered bowl and set aside until cool enough to handle.

Rinse peppers under running water to remove stem, seeds, pith and all charred material. Pat dry and cut into 1-inch strips.

Heat griddle or large skillet over mediumhigh heat, or place oven rack in upper third of oven and preheat broiler to 400°F. Combine roasted pepper strips, cheese, chicken, cilantro and onion salt in a small bowl.

Evenly divide the filling and spread over one half of each tortilla. Fold remaining half over to form a semi-circle.

Lightly brush both sides of quesadillas with corn oil.

Heat quesadillas for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until lightly browned and cheese is melted. (For broiler method, place quesadillas on a baking sheet and broil for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until lightly browned and cheese is melted.)

Cut quesadillas into wedges and serve with salsa and sour cream, if desired.

Tips: Filling can be refrigerated up to 2 days ahead. For convenience, use shredded rotisserie chicken.

Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bananas, rum and cinnamon. Cook and stir occasionally for 15 minutes.

Separate each empanada disk and place on an oiled baking sheet. To assemble, place some filling mixture on half of the round disk, leaving a small border around the edge. Fold other half of pastry over filling, pressing edges to seal. Lightly brush each empanada with oil.

Bake in preheated 400°F oven for 20 min­ utes, until pastry is golden.

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Hot Plate

The Paseo House Salad is a great companion to any menu item.

A bed of mixed greens, carrots, cucumbers, grape tomatoes and spiced pecans tossed with their house salad dressing (Adobe dressing) and topped with Montchervé Cheese.

The spiced pecans have just a bite of heat that complements the rest of the salad.

Come fall in love (with the food) at

[ By Brandy Morris ]

“I urge our guests to let their servers guide them through the menu, they can help you in pairing the perfect wine with each item and work “outside of the box” to create something unique without ordering directly off the menu,” said proprietor Joe Jungmann.

The idea is for each guest to feel special, he encourages his staff to go above and beyond to ensure each diner leaves wanting to return again.

Having many years in the restaurant industry, Jungmann and Rawlinson have sought some of Oklahoma's most creative chef's to design the menu, one of which has gone on to teach at the Culinary School of Platt College. The menu is Classic American, yet each entree has been designed with an international flair to make each menu item a new favorite. You can find many of your favorite steaks, seafood items, and comfort food on the menu and enjoy them with a fine

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The newest addition to Paseo Grill is the Vintages Program. The program allows customers to purchase wines that are not on the menu at retail prices and have them stored in the wine room at the restaurant.

Each customer can rent a space that holds up to 12 bottles of wine. The wine is kept in the wine room and served to the customer at their request when they come in to dine. The concept has had a good reception as many locker spaces have already been filled.

With the Vintages Program, patrons can plan those special occasions and already have the wine on hand when the time comes.

“The romantic side is big here, we have had more anniversaries, the other day I had a couple who had their first date here, they got engaged here, and they had returned here for their second anniversary,” Jungmann said.

Being just minutes from the State Capitol, downtown shopping and events, The Paseo Grill in the heart of the historic Paseo District is a great destination place for visitors to enjoy a great meal. Reservations are not necessary, but are encouraged as tables fill quickly.

The 36th Annual Paseo Arts Festival is May 26-28 (Memorial Day Weekend), while you are enjoying the festival and all the activities, stop in at the Paseo Grill and enjoy a tantalizing meal on the patio.

For more information and to make reservations visit www.paseogrill.com or call 405-601-1079.

Paseo Grill is located at 2902 S. Paseo Suite A in the heart of the historic Paseo Arts District.

The Paseo Club Sandwich is toasted Honey Wheatberry Bread, sliced Black Forest Ham, smoked turkey, bacon, provolone and American Cheddar piled high with lettuce, tomato and Mayonnaise and accompanied with Paseo Fries.

The fries are spiced with seasoning called Alamo, that adds a unique twist to French fries!

Photos provided by Bradley Smith

Owners Joe Jungmann and Lesley Rawlinson have a passion for food. They also have a passion for making sure diners have an experience that they will remember. Whether you are dining on the open patio or inside in a more intimate setting, the staff of Paseo Grill tends to every need.

wine. Dining at Paseo Grill does not mean you have to give up on your diet, the menu is abundant with items to help you stay on target. There are also many gluten- free items for patrons as well, if you have any questions, just ask your server.

PHOTOS PROVIDED BY Bradley Smith

When an artist has discovered their passion it is clearly shown in their creations. The same can be said of the chefs at Paseo Grill, the passion for flavor is revealed in every dish created. Whether you are dining there for lunch or dinner, it is an experience your taste buds will never forget. The restaurant's intimate atmosphere makes it the perfect place to take your companion for a dining experience they will always remember and want to come back again and again.

Hummus Bi TahinaHouse made Lebanese style Hummus, served with Kalamata Olive and roasted pepper tapanade, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and crack black pepper topped with crumbled goat cheese. Served with pita. They pair well together a strong flavor balanced with a mild flavor. A beautiful presentation.

Chicken and S p i n a c h Quesadillac h i c k e n s p i n a c h a r tich o ke h e a r t s and fresh mozzarella cheese in a herb tortilla served with Paseo salsa, black bean salsa and spicy sour cream.

The colorful presentation of the plate was just as enjoyable as the dish itself.

The one item on the menu that you must order is the mushroom soup. Its not your typical mushroom soup. Whole mushrooms are sweated with shallots and a white wine, giving them a sweet, hearty flavor, then they are served in a heavy cream base with a hint of white pepper and white wine and topped with Port Salut Cheese. The soup is one word: AMAZING!

Mediterranean Curried Chicken Salad topped with Mango Chutney served with Pita and Fresh Fruit. This is not your ordinary chicken salad, thick and rich, a meal in itself. The colorful presentation of the strawberries and the grapes made this a truly tasty work of art!

Chicken Pot Pie – chicken, potatoes carrots peas and a touch of cayenne pepper and curry cooked in a cast-iron skillet. The pie crust is golden brown and flaky. The best pot pie you will ever eat!

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Spinach Pear Salad is a bed of Spinach, Candied Walnuts and Blue Cheese tossed with strawberries marinated Balsamic Vinegar.

Topped with sliced pears, cracked black pepper and candied walnuts.

The strawberries were sweet and accompanied with the spinach and balsamic vinegar, were a delightful pleasure to enjoy.

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Babies on Board

Taking Care of Young Teeth

Establish Good Habits – Kids need help establishing good dental care habits. Make sure they brush twice a day, floss every day, follow a healthy diet and visit the dentist every six months for checkups and cleanings.

• Using a soft-bristled brush, kids should brush for at least two minutes. Some power toothbrushes have a built-in timer. Before teeth appear, clean baby’s gums twice a day with a soft cloth or baby toothbrush and water.

• Parents should floss young children’s teeth once a day, until they can do a good job themselves, at least until age 7 or 8.

• Make sure they eat foods with vitamin C, which helps gum tissue stay healthy, and calcium, for strong teeth.

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Be Alert – Watch for signs of oral health problems. Talk to your dentist if you see warning signs such as: • Changes in performance at school –listening, concentrating and learning.

• Sucking on cheeks or lips.

• Reluctance to smile.

• Problems chewing foods.

• Problems sleeping.

• Aching teeth or gums.

You can also talk to your dentist about sealants, which can be applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth. Sealants are one more way you can help prevent cavities and keep your kids’ smiles healthy and beautiful. For more information about kids’ dental health, visit http://ameritasinsight.com/tag/children/.

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Healthy teeth and a healthy mouth give children more than just a beautiful smile. A healthy mouth supports overall health, and it can help children perform better in school. But far too many children have preventable oral health problems far too young.

Tooth decay affects more than 25 percent of American children 2 to 5 years old, and half of children 12 to 15 years old – that’s more than any other chronic infectious disease, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Left untreated, tooth decay causes pain and infection, which can lead to problems in eating, speaking, playing, and even learning.

There is plenty that parents and caregivers can do to help prevent tooth decay and other oral diseases.

First Things First – The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) says that children should have their first visit to a pediatric dentist no later than their first birthday. The first tooth usually comes in between 6 and 12 months of age – schedule an appointment and get started on good oral health care from the beginning. The AAPD says that, in one study, children that saw a dentist before their first birthday had dental costs that were 40 percent lower in the first five years than costs for children who had not seen a dentist by their first birthday.

Whether you’re a parent, a classroom teacher, or a homeschool instructor, you know that students learn best when they can interact with their subject. It can be fun and inspirational to explore and experience an educational concept first hand.

The sample project featured here comes from a new, free resource that’s helping to inspire an appreciation of botany in elementary-aged students across the country.

The educator website MyBotanicPlanet.com is a creative collaboration between TruGreen, the nation’s largest profes­sional lawn, tree and shrub care service provider, and the Memphis Botanic Garden.

U.S. standardized lesson plans inbotany and related activities available on MyBotanicPlanet.com were created by professional curriculum developers to help grades K–5 teachers and students explore the diverse plant world.

Through online and hands-on experi­ences, this creative educator resource lets students customize an avatar to explore colorful plant environments and interactive games as they learn. My Botanic Planet visitors can interact with educational guides Flavor Flores on an adventure in the origin of plant flavors, and with Inspector Nectar on a flower mystery investigation.

My Botanic Planet

Flower Investigation There’s no better way for students to investigate the parts of a flower than by dissecting real ones.

What you need

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Enough real flowers for pairs or groups to work together.

Alstroemerias and gladiolus work well and are available year round in supermarket floral departments. Azaleas or any member of the lily family could also be used because the parts are well-defined and easy to see.

Plastic knives and tweezers could be used for dissecting equipment.

A magnifying glass would allow for closer inspection.

Getting started

Open up the flower. This is easily done by first locating the base of the flower and slicing or splitting it in half. Use a dissection tool or even a fingernail.

Next, slice or pinch off the petals. Remind students to be careful with all of the tiny pieces. It’s easy to damage or brush away some of the most important parts.

Review the parts of the flower

Petal: This is the colorful part of the flower that attracts the attention of birds, bees and butterflies, letting them know that there is food inside the flower. Have students record how many petals their flower has and what they look like.

Stamen: This is where the pollen is made. For older students, you could also point out that the top part that holds the pollen is the anther and the stem part is called the filament.

Students should record how many stamens their flower has. If it has six petals, it will also have six stamens.

If they have an extra piece, then one should look a little bit different, and is actually part of the pistil.

Pistil: This is where the seeds are made. The pistil is made of three different parts. The very top of the pistil is called the stigma.

The stigma is where the pollen falls when a pollinator brings it in. The pollen travels down the tube (style) and goes down to the bottom (ovary) where the seeds will form.

Split the pistil lengthwise to look inside. You should see unfer­ til­ ized beginnings of seeds. The seed pattern inside will be the same pattern of seeds within the fruit later.

If you cut an apple in half horizon­ tally and see the five seeds in a star pattern, you will know that the flower’s pistil had five compartments.

Sepal: These are the tiny leaves on the lower part of the flower that protect it before it begins to bloom. Every flowering bud is hidden safely behind these two little leaves until the flower is fully developed. When the bloom begins to grow, the sepal will split open and the petals can break out.

Next steps For Grades K–2

Fold a piece of paper in half twice, creating four smaller panels. Go on a school discovery where kids draw pictures of various flowering plants.

Have kids take home papers and draw flowers they see at home or in their neigh­borhood. Collect all of the images and sort the flowers according to color, type, where they were seen, etc. Then create a “Students in Bloom” bulletin board where the pictures are showcased.

For Grades 3– 5

Pollinator Power: Ask students to research a specific polli­nator, such as bees, butter­flies or moths, and find out where they live, how much nectar they eat, how many plants they visit in a day, etc., and report back to the class. For example, hummingbirds can visit up to 1,500 flowers a day and consume almost twice their body weight in nectar daily.

Extension lesson

Every fruit began as a flower. In an apple, for example, the petals withered away and the ovary grew containing the seeds, but there are other parts still there, like the sepal and flower stem.

Bring in various fruits to “dissect” and examine the seeds and other parts.

Chart their similarities and differences.

Visit TruGreen’s www.MyBotanicPlanet.com with your student to explore some of the flowers in our environment. The website reinforces concepts featured in this sample activity in botany with an interactive glossary and games.

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Antiques, collectibles and good people

found in oklahoma

photos by Bradley Smith

[ By Brandy Morris ]

It is that time of the year to get out and see some of the wonders that are Oklahoma. One of the ways to discover those wonders is to go antiques shopping. You can find many unique items to decorate your home or office often for a fraction of the cost and at the same time go green! There are so many great antique stores and malls throughout the state that carry many unique items.

Antique Avenue Market in Oklahoma City has been a hotspot for antique and vintage items for more than 20 years. The store hosts more than 20 dealers and their unique items.

“We have excellent customers and dealers,” store owner Randy Parsons said. “Our success is our dealers that work very hard to buy really cool, affordable items and display them well.”

Parsons store has large spaces and high ceilings with treasures everywhere you look. From unique lighting and chairs hanging from the ceiling, Oklahoma memorabilia, fine jewelry, glassware, and furniture there is something here for everyone.

“One thing our store is known for is the architectural salvaged furniture, Parsons said.

“These pieces are made from burrowed wood that is all handmade with a technique of lumber framing where everything is cut and locked into place.”

Customer service is top priority at Antiques Avenue Market, the staff is there to help you if you should have a question about an item, or need help loading your purchases into your car.

Below: Randy and Judy Parson

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A bit further down the road in Guthrie, Oklahoma we stopped in at Recollections Antique Mall. Roy and Eileen Miller have been in the antique business for 19 years. They moved their store to Guthrie from Oklahoma City in 1997 and host 25 vendors in their mall.

“Guthrie and it's history lends itself to the antique business, store owner Eileen Miller said.

“It's a quaint, relatively small place to come and safe for people to shop.” Guthrie is one of the largest urban National Register historic districts in the US. Being a popular tourist attraction, it is not out of the ordinary to find antiques, vintage items as well as collectibles in many of the shops. Roy and Eileen provide a number of services for their customers. Layaway is available for items more than $100, custom upholstery work, Hunter-Douglas Custom Window Treatments for your home, and so much more.

If you are looking for unique décor, vintage clothing, coins, furniture, and glassware you should stop in, they will be happy to help you.

RECOLLECTIONS

ANTIQUE

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PERKINS MAin Street Mall

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Perkins, Oklahoma has welcomed the new Main Street Mall with open arms. Several vendors have distinct booths with a variety of items and nestled in the back is a pizza shop. Dan Johnson is the owner of the Main Street Mall and Perkins Pizza Factory. Customers can order a pizza and browse while they wait. Shoppers will find everything from repurposed furniture, vintage glassware, collectibles, handmade tutus and bows and many unexpected items.

Just down the road from the Perkins Mall, 3/4 of a mile West of the U.S. Highway 177 & 33 intersection, Pistol Annie's Boutique will hold a two-day event on April 13-14th in the Big Red Metal Building. This will be the first event of its kind for the Perkins area.

“More than 50 vendors have sign-up for the event, we will have all kinds of fun items from antiques, hand-made craft items, funky junk, hand-crafted re-purposed furniture items to neat eclectic items and collectibles,” Event Coordinator, Deana Atwood said. Admission and parking is free and a fun time should be had by all. For more information on the variety of items that will be there visit the Facebook page for Pistol Annie's Boutique.

photos by Bradley Smith

Right: Roy and Eileen Miller of Recollections Antique Mall

homestead We traveled a little further down U.S. Highway 177 to Stillwater, Oklahoma and found a neat little place called Homestead at 1116 S. Main. Homestead is owned and operated by Kellie Ebert and Kylie Vincent, better known as the Red Barn Girls. Kellie and Kylie define the items in their store as “shabby sheik, vintage, resale collectibles and a mixture of junk.”

The normal rules of antiques do not apply here. Antique is considered a wood color, shabby sheik is chipped paint, so its not a matter of the age of an item its the appearance. Home décor, antiques, unusual items with a certain flare can be found at Homestead. Shoppers of all ages will find something that catches their eye and attention at Homestead.

We had a great time visiting all the antiques stores, malls and shops. We met some wonderful people who had real stories to tell about many of their items. It was fun, relaxing and we even shared a few laughs. Which they say is the best medicine for what ails you. So get out, go shopping, have fun and meet some of the nicest people in Oklahoma.

Above: Kellie Ebert & Kylie Vincent

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The Spirit is alive and

Growing in Mehan [By Brandy Morris]

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When something cannot be explained, it is sometimes said “The Lord works in mysterious ways.”

Many Oklahoma towns sprouted when the oil boom hit and many died and withered leaving only remnants of buildings left to mark their existence. Such is the case with the small community of Mehan, just outside Stillwater, Oklahoma. There are around 11 families living in what is left of a ghost town, yet the Mehan Union Church is thriving and growing. What once started as a church gathering down the road at the Center Valley School House with rotating pastors from other churches in the surrounding communities, has now become a modest church with numbers swelling to close to 200 members.

The church has been blessed many times.

The greatest blessing the church received came with its leaders Pastor Larry Eslinger and his wife LeeAnn. Both graduated from OSU with teaching degrees. Pastor Eslinger taught science and coached football for several years before becoming the principal at Ripley High school.

LeeAnn has a degree in teaching elementary education and is the elementary librarian at the Ripley Elementary School. Pastor Eslinger was called to preach the sermon for the church and he said, “The Lord told me this where I need to be.” And with that, Pastor Eslinger gave up his job as principal to serve the Lord. The Church moved from the Center Valley School House in 1978 to a small A-Framed building that held three services on Sundays, to accommodate its growing members, and is still used by the church today. In 1978 there was not running water or bathrooms for the 35 members of the church.

The first blessing brought bathrooms, a kitchen and running water. The second blessing brought a stage and classrooms for Sunday school. The third blessing was a great cathedral where the services are now held.

Members of the church travel from as far away as Wellston and from nearby communities that include Stillwater, Cushing, Glencoe, Ripley and Perkins. Aside from the ordinary Sunday services and Wednesday evening services, the church has a massive outreach program.

Feeding and Clothing Families “On the second Saturday of each month our food distribution serves between 150 - 200 families,” said Pastor Eslinger. The Church works with the Food Bank of Oklahoma and buys food by the pound and distributes it to families in the area in need. Volunteers from the church and other churches in the area come together and help on food distribution day. If the family needs clothing, the church has a “clothes closet” that takes donations as well.

Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. the church buses more than 100 children and their families to the church and serves dinner, bible study begins at 6:30 p.m., afterward they take them home. The church also holds several events throughout the year that provides a hot meal and community support in the surrounding communities.

Love is the key that has kept it going.

With the hectic schedules that lead people through life it is sometimes difficult to find or make the time to seek a spiritual connection with ones spiritual beliefs. That seems far from the case with the congregation of the church.

“People here are what I call the salt of the Earth, they are hardworking, trying to do the right things, listening to and loving the Lord and praying,” Pastor Eslinger said. The church is still growing, the congregation has added four families in the past month.

“For whatever the reasons, the Lord has blessed this place,” Pastor Eslinger said. He is right, the Lord has blessed the church with love and it shows in the faces of its congregation and in the community.

If you would like to witness and be a part of the blessing of this little church in the heart of the Oklahoma prairie, and meet the wonderful people at the Mehan Union Church, the church is located at 8300 E. 68th St, just outside Stillwater, OK. For more information and directions visit www.mehanchurch.org.

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How can you change the health patterns of a state in a short period? That is the question I am posing to all Oklahomans in my introductory article for OK Health & Fitness. I am going to let you in on my plan to put a big dent in the obesity epidemic, and more important childhood obesity in Oklahoma.

To make a broad change in a generation of Oklahomans, we need to begin with the children. As parents, we are in direct control of our children’s lifestyle habits. Three out of five adults in Oklahoma are overweight or obese and 30 percent of the children in Oklahoma are either overweight or obese. When you pair modern technology leading to a more sedentary lifestyle and the decreased nutrient profile of most modern processed foods, we are dealing with a nationwide obesity epidemic that is passed on to a younger generation.

What can we do to change this? To start, the YMCA has 12 locations in the greater OKC metro with amazing fitness facilities for all ages. Need something more affordable, as in free? Many cities and the state are building new parks and updating old ones; providing people of all economic backgrounds access to places for exercise.

But lets look at the principal concern, our American diet. Our fast-paced lives and schedules have created the need for food to be fast, cheap and easy to cook or buy. The American food industry has made calories cheap and nutrition expensive, and today we see a fast food restaurant on every corner. These low-quality foods have been mass-produced and made inexpensive, while whole or organic foods are the minority and expensive. The outcome is limited access to good nutrition for low-income families.

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Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge, all over the OKC metro. Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge is not just a retail shop that sells smoothies, herbal tea, supplements and nutritional products.

We are a nutrition club where people on any budget can come and receive free services like metabolism testing, nutritional planning, fitness planning, meal planning, and receive fitness and nutritional coaching. All while sipping on a healthy smoothie that tastes like strawberry cheesecake, or an herbal energy tea that costs less than your average trip through a fast-food drive-through window.

We host monthly weight loss challenges that have an entry fee. The fee is collected and awarded to the top three “biggest losers.” Our weight loss challenges come with our free services, but we also teach a 45-minute nutrition class at each weekly weigh in. Be sure to come by on our VIP night every Thursday at 7 p.m., where we have our veteran customers come share their health success stories with new customers for inspiration and support on their journey to better health. Our goal is to make regaining your health simple and fun!

Not all family providers have the ability to provide the best nutrition to their families. At Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge, we are always brainstorming ways to get our products into the hands of low-income families for free. Our first idea is to create a series of themed 5K races that will begin with the Bedlam Mud Run. These events will raise money to fund projects that will provide good nutrition and nutritional classes on the importance of good nutrition to low-income families.

We are excited to make a difference in Oklahoma’s health!

Ben Cordle is an ACE and Cooper certified fitness trainer Lemon Tree Nutrition Lounge is located at: 10600 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Suite 19, Oklahoma City, OK 73170 405-378-8223 www.facebook.com/lmntreenutrition

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Red Cross, the Valley Forge Freedom Foundation Award for outstanding leadership.

On a personal note, during his time in the hospital, Major Pulido experienced the inner darkness of PTSD and suicidal ideation that crippled his positive spirit. However, he was inspired when he met Marine General Peter Pace, the former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at Brooke Army Medical Center when he was in the transition stage of recovery. He said ‘Always remember that on that day you did not lose that leg. On that day you sacrificed it for your country and for all in this nation to be free.’

In that moment, he asked for help from God, his family and the American people, that inevitably resulted in his road to recovery.

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Above: Maj. Ed Pulido Receives honors from Lt. General Petraeus.

Warriors for Freedom. In 2011 alone, he spent 147 days traveling and speaking about veteran’s issues across the country. He has appeared at 22 professional games where he either threw out the first pitch or was the guest of honor.

Among the many golf tournaments he holds for our wounded warriors and their families through Folds of Honor, he is also working with GTX, professional golf club designers, to hold a golf camp for our returning wounded veterans.

He will also be seen in the previews of the film The Last Ounce of Courage coming out in 2012.

Currently, Major Pulido resides in Edmond with his wife Karen, Kaitlin, Kinsley and his special dog Abbie.

For more information about Major Ed Pulido and his work for veterans and their families, please contact: Warriors for Freedom 2801 Roxburgh Ct. Edmond, OK 73013 405-315-8727 Contact: Brett Dick, President and Agent www.warriorsforfreedom.org Folds of Honor Foundation 5800 N. Patriot Drive Owasso, OK 74055 918-274-4700 Contact: Max Maxwell, Scholarship Director www.foldsofhonor.org

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On the 17th of August, 2004, Major Ed Pulido hit an Improvised Explosive Device, (IED) or roadside bomb while serving in the US Army. He experienced a blast wound to his leg, shrapnel to his arm and a traumatic brain injury. After enduring 17 surgeries in Baghdad, Germany and Walter Reed, he would end up at Brooke Army Medical Center. Due to extensive injuries, doctors amputated his left leg on October 1, 2004. For his heroism and valor, the President of the United States and General David Petraeus awarded him the Bronze Star with Valor and a Purple Heart.

On May 16th, 2004, he was medically retired after 19 years of military service.

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