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f you have a smartphone, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve probably downloaded at least a few apps.

Among the most popularâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and usefulâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;are those that help you monitor and manage various aspects of your health and diet.

There are apps that let you look up nutrition information for foods and restaurants, track your food intake, log your exercise stats, chart your weight loss, analyze your sleep habits, even monitor how much water youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re drinking.

This sort of record-keeping is a tried-and-true behavior modiďŹ cation technique. Not only does this give you valuable information about your habits, but just the act of recording a behavior tends to change it. You could do this with pen and paper, of course. But now you can also do it on your phoneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and this oďŹ&#x20AC;ers a few advantages.

Convenience: We almost always have our cell phones with us and they make it very easy and convenient to log things as we go through the day.

Whatever you want to keep track ofâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;weight, water consumption, workouts, caloriesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an app for that. And, with apps like Nike Training Club, recommended by Fit First Pilates owner Stacy Allegro (who is also something of a techno geek), your workout can go wherever your phone does.

Whizbang: Digital devices also oďŹ&#x20AC;er some cool features that pen and paper donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. You can simply scan the barcode on that frozen dinner to get a nutritional analysis or add it to your diet log. A Japanese tech company is even working on an app that would allow you to snap a picture of your plate to get an analysis of the caloric content.

Community: Support groups have always been a powerful tool for change and mobile apps like the popular Lose It! and CalorieCount not only help track your food intake and exercise, they also keep you connected to a supportive

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community. Even better, your community can be made up of people you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t actually know in â&#x20AC;&#x153;real life.â&#x20AC;?

Accountability: A lot of apps also up the ante by broadcasting your progress to your entire social network. Dailymile, for example, posts your running times right to your Facebook or Twitter feed. Whether it taps into our shame or our vanity, this public exposure is apparently very motivating to many people.

The developers of the MyFitnessPal app found that people who opted to connect with other users, giving them access to personal information such as their daily calorie counts, lost 50 percent more weight than the typical userâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the more connections they had, the more weight they lost.

There are also a lot of apps designed to help you make smarter food choices at the grocery store or restaurants. Food Scanner, Fooducate and Shopwell all allow you to type in brand name foods (or scan the barcodes) to see the nutrition label, ingredient list and even a health â&#x20AC;&#x153;score.â&#x20AC;? Allegro says Fooducate is a valuableâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and easyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;way to know what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re eating (or thinking about eating). The Seafood Watch app will tell you whether the catch of the day is low in mercury and sustainable. The fact that phones are GPS-equipped and know where you are opens up even more functionality. Apps like VegOut and HappyCow locate restaurants with vegetarian dishes, while those with gluten-free oďŹ&#x20AC;erings (and there are quite a few in Marin) are listed on G-FreeFoodie.

Other than possible loss of privacy (if we still have any), there really arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t any downsides to using these apps. To the extent that you ďŹ nd them engaging, empowering and motivating, mobile and web-based applications can be a powerful tool for positive change. â&#x153;ż

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neezing, sore throat, coughing, that stuďŹ&#x20AC;ed-up feeling. Sound familiar?

Most adults have four or ďŹ ve colds a year; children, even more. This adds up to more than a trillion incidences of respiratory tract infections (RTIs) each year in the U.S. alone. No wonder colds are a major cause of absence from school and work! In winter we spend more time in warm, dry, indoor environments with little air circulation and lots of people contact. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not surprising that colds are common, because theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re caused by viruses that favor dry, cracked nasal passages; they travel through the air by sneeze or cough droplets, and are spread farther by touching the eyes, nose or mouth after contact with an infected person. One way to minimize spreading the virus is by bringing moisture back into the air with a good ventilation system and a well-maintained humidiďŹ er. You can also do a lot to prevent colds by washing your hands often and avoiding touching your face. But the best way to ďŹ ght colds and ďŹ&#x201A;u is to strengthen your immune system. Diet, exercise, rest and stress all play a role in your immune defensesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to ďŹ ght disease.

Diet: A healthy diet, with lots of fruits and vegetables helps to boost the immune system. Luckily, Marinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farmers markets and grocery stores oďŹ&#x20AC;er plenty of fresh produce, including organic.

Sleep: Adequate sleep is also essential for your immune system to operate properly. Sleep disturbances can produce a reduction of immune activity.

Physical Fitness: Exercise increases the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of white blood cells, necessary for immune system function.

Vitamins: Many vitamins and herbs can strengthen immunity, improving resistance to infections. While supplements can help, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to obtain these powerful nutrients from your diet, because they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t occur naturally in isolation but act synergistically with other compounds. Also, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to take too

many pills, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diďŹ&#x192;cult to overdose on food!

Vitamin C, which helps keep the immune system healthy, is particularly important.

Other vitamins and minerals important to immune function include folic acid (a B vitamin), beta-carotene, vitamins A, D, and E, zinc, iron (essential for white blood cells), copper and selenium. Choose foods packed with these immune boosters to help keep winter illness to a minimum.

Herbs: Garlicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medicinal properties have been known for thousands of years; medical studies have corroborated its antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and antiprotozoal properties. Ginseng has a long history of use in Asia. Green tea, elderberry, milk thistle, catâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s claw and astragalus also appear to stimulate the immune system.

Getting Down and Dirty: Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not meant to live in a sterile world. The immune system has to be stimulated to develop properly, and overuse of antibacterial products can increase our susceptibility to disease by causing our immune system to stagnate.

Antimicrobial ingredients such as triclosan (2,4,4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-trichloro-2â&#x20AC;&#x2122;-hydroxydiphenyl ether), a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent, are common in many personal care and household cleaning products. Routine use of these products, which are widely advertised for killing household germs, adds to the ever-growing problem of drug-resistant bacteria. Read labels carefully, and choose natural cleaning agents.

Antibiotics are another culprit implicated in resistant strains of bacteria.

They kill bacteria, not virusesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;thus their overuse contributes to the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. When it comes to colds and ďŹ&#x201A;u, nature can help us combat them if we give it a chance to work. Boosting our immune systems prepares our bodies to do battle with our most common winter foe. More important, our stronger, more resistant bodies will keep on ďŹ ghting disease long after winter ends. â&#x153;ż

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Red Dragon was the first studio in Marin to offer the complementary practices of Bikram Yoga (the original â&#x20AC;&#x153;hot yogaâ&#x20AC;?) and Power Yoga (a heated style of Vinyasa or â&#x20AC;&#x153;ďŹ&#x201A;ow yogaâ&#x20AC;?). Why would a cross-section of individuals willingly spend 60 or 90 minutes together in a heated yoga room? Because it helps them feel good and look better. A regular yoga practice increases strength, balance, ďŹ&#x201A;exibility and endurance; skin glows as circulation improves and excess pounds often disappear. Other positive eďŹ&#x20AC;ects: deeper sleep, sharper mental focus and a rejuvenated spirit. Visit the website for information on the studio, instructors, facilities and new student specials. â&#x153;ż Red Dragon Yoga, 438 Miller Ave., Mill Valley. (415) 381-3724; 1701 Fourth St., San Rafael. (415) 306-7904. www.reddragonyoga.com

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Vedika Global is a platform for authentic Ayurveda education and oďŹ&#x20AC;ers a unique opportunity to transform oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life at all levels of experience. Ayurveda lays down principles that deďŹ ne us as the food we eat, the thoughts we think, the emotions we express, and the spirit we recognize. Come and participate in our community sanghas, our self-healing courses, the Vedika Seva Clinic, or in our certiďŹ cate programs in preparation to become wellness counselors and Ayurveda practitioners. Classes are aďŹ&#x20AC;ordable and schedules are manageable for working adults. â&#x153;ż

Anyone interested in learning aikido, a self-defense art of power, beauty and challenge, should check out Aikido of Tamalpais, an institutionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been in Marin since 1976â&#x20AC;&#x201D;with teachers who have a combined 100 years of traditional Japanese martial arts experience. Accredited by and aďŹ&#x192;liated with the World Aikido Headquarters in Tokyo, the Corte Madera dojo is open every day, with pricing that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be beat: $95 a month for full membership and unlimited training.

The training environment is ideal for beginners, and women in particular. In addition, the program for kids is a martial-arts alternative to more aggressive arts.

If you are considering a martial art, why not train with internationally ranked expert instructors who teach a practical and eďŹ&#x20AC;ective self-defense art based on the principles of the samurai combat tradition? Learn the exciting art of the samurai and unarmed knife defense; even police restraint and arrest techniques are included in the curriculum. Train in an adult environment, with experienced, educated and caring professionals who show the path of moving away from conďŹ&#x201A;ict and toward a peaceful resolution. â&#x153;ż

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Heal your spirit, and your spirit will automatically heal your body.

The goals of the Spiritual Healing Center are to assist everyone in awakening their highest potential and to practice conscious living in a spiritual community. We are moving toward selfrealization, to activate your divine light in your life and all of your relationships. Take action now!

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Your negative habits disappear gracefully as you begin to refocus your attention to your positive spiritual qualities. Many have reported weight loss, new careers, improved health and relationships. Manifest your unlimited potential at the Spiritual Healing Center. We offer private spiritual healing sessions, meditation classes, healing seminars, intuitive development courses, and Urantia Book Study Groups. Experience the worldrenowned Golden Harpist Joel Andrews, our Minister of Music, in our monthly harp concerts.

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Courses of Study ] Two-month, one, and two year certificate programs ] Advanced 3 to 5 year study for practitioners Education at Vedika is transformative on all levels and incorporates theory and philosophy with daily practices and cooking instruction a blend of knowledge that is both uplifting and practical

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.ATIVE TO THE -ARIN #OUNTY ) AM A GRADUATE OF 0ALMER #OLLEGE OF #HIROPRACTIC 7EST IN 3UNNYVALE &ROM TO ) WAS THE SECRETARY OF THE .ORTH "AY 3OCIETY OF THE #ALIFORNIA #HIROPRACTIC Association and have been lecturing to businesses AND SPORTS FACILITIES THROUGHOUT THE "AY !REA

This problem can cause: s.UMBNESS s"URNING PAIN s#RAMPING s3HARP ELECTRIC PAIN s0AIN AS YOU WALK s$IFFICULTY SLEEPING FROM LEG FOOT DISCOMFORT s0RICKING TINGLING FEELINGS

"EING BOARD CERTIFIED AS AN ANTI AGING HEALTH practitioner has provided me the training to EASILY DETECT PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY SYMPTOMS IN the aging population.

Knowledgeable in associating health and fitness WITH NUTRITION ) AM PLEASED TO GUIDE MY CLIENTS with health and fitness programs.

0EOPLE ARE OFTEN FRUSTRATED BY THE TRADITIONAL CARE THEY VE RECEIVED FOR THESE TERRIBLE PROBLEMS AND ARE SEEKING HELP

(ERE IS MY PATIENT ,INA AND HER DAUGHTER !NNA Lina suffered from neuropathic pain in her spine and IS VERY PLEASED WITH MY THERAPY

HEREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S WHAT YOUR NEIGHBORS SAY: 4HESE PROBLEMS CAN BE CAUSED BY DIABETES

HEREDITY DISORDERS INFLAMMATION MEDICATIONS SUCH as cholesterol lowering drugs (statins), and more.

2ECENTLY ) VE STUDIED THIS CLASS OF CONDITIONS

COLLECTIVELY KNOWN AS hPERIPHERAL NEUROPATHIES v In fact helping people with these problems has BECOME ONE OF MY PRIMARY FOCUSES )T S NOT UNUSUAL FOR ME TO HEAR STORIES FROM PATIENTS WHO VE SUFFERED FOR YEARS WITH TERRIBLE SYMPTOMS 4HEY AREN T ENJOYING LIFE AS THEY once did. )F THAT DESCRIBES YOU THEN PERHAPS ) CAN HELP ) PRACTICE A MULTI PRONGED ATTACK TO ADDRESS THESE PROBLEMS AND IT S A UNIQUE PROGRAM THAT ONLY doctors around the world have studied.

4HAT S WHY ) VE PUT ) VE PUT TOGETHER THE h0ERIPHERAL .EUROPATHY 4REATMENT 0AIN 0ROGRAMv FOR ANYONE SUFFERING FROM THE SYMPTOMS OF PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY PAIN 7ITH THESE HEALTH situations resolved people have significant IMPROVEMENTS IN THE QUALITY OF THEIR LIVES AND IN MANY CASES THEY CAN FINALLY LIVE PAIN FREE WITH PEACE AND JOY IN THEIR LIVES AGAIN ) M A PROUD MEMBER OF THE .EUROPATHY 4REATMENT #ENTERS OF !MERICA THIS GIVES ME UNIQUE KNOWLEDGE AND TOOLS THAT HAVE BEEN researched, tested, and found to be effective.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was so hard to keep my legs calm and still at night, trying to stop kicking my husband; it made me mad! My feet and my legs were very cold, which impaired my sleep. For the past week, I have not had the restless leg syndrome and, my feet are warm at night; I have finally been able to rest!

Thanks, Dr. Carlomagno.â&#x20AC;? Â&#x2C6;2* 3TEVENS 2ETIRED 53 !IR &ORCE 3ARGENT â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I started a couple of months ago, my feet burned all of the time. It was no way to live life. They even hurt and burned throughout the night so, my life was really like living in HELL! After my care, I have very little burning sensation and things are much better for me! Thanks!â&#x20AC;? Â&#x2C6;,OIS %VONS 2ETIRED .URSE INNOVATIVE CARE GIVES POWERFUL RESULTS 9OU CAN T HAVE NERVE PRESSURE OR @PINCHED NERVES AND BE CURED WITH NEUROPATHY 5SING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY ) OFFER NON INVASIVE care. I help patients get well with special management of their spine, because I use PATENTED ADJUSTING INSTRUMENTATION THAT IS HIGHLY RESEARCHED AND LOW FORCED 4HIS FREES THE NERVES AND THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY OLD HERNIATED discs or arthritis.

7E ALSO USE ,OW ,EVEL ,ASER 4HERAPY ,,,4 AND VIBRATION A NEWLY DEVELOPED TOOL THAT S VERY SAFE 4HIS NON INVASIVE HEALING LIGHT HAS BEEN PROVEN TO WORK WONDERS ON PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY SYMPTOMS

DO YOU QUALIFY FOR OUR PROGRAM? When you call to make an appointment I will perform a highly-specialized Qualitative Clinical Scoring System of the Peripheral Nervous System to see if we may be able to help you. I may be able to perform this evaluation free of charge, but due to the nature of this special offer make your appointment today before this limited special expires. !DD SOME PEACE TO YOUR LIFE OR TO THE LIFE OF SOMEONE YOU LOVE #ALL ME TODAY TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT 7E CAN HELP YOU $R +ENT #ARLOMAGNO $# 03 n Does your spouse, family member, or friend suffer from peripheral neuropathy? This offer is also available to those people as well.

You can even visit my office together. Their lack of health affects your life also. Maybe this will be your chance to give them help that they deserve.

003 n 9OU RE SMART AND YOU KNOW THAT A DOCTOR CAN NEVER GUARANTEE A CURE FOR ANY CONDITION AS PATIENTS RESPOND DIFFERENTLY TO CARE 0003 n )F YOU DESIRE MORE INFORMATION VISIT MY OFFICE AND FILL OUT A PRELIMINARY h3UBJECTIVE 0ERIPHERAL .EUROPATHY 3CREEN 1UESTIONNAIREv OR COME BY FOR A &2%% 2%0/24 ABOUT THE h0ERIPHERAL .EUROPATHY 0AIN 4REATMENT 0ROGRAM v Summit Chiropractic and Longevity Center, # 3T .O NEAR ND 3T 3AN 2AFAEL (415) 721-7520 www.summitchiro.net

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)F YOU SUFFER FROM ONE OR MORE OF THESE PROBLEMS

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