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Vol. 16 • Issue 9 • June 2019

WOMEN'S

HEALTH U N D E R S TA N D I N G

BIRTH CONTROL

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HEART HEALTH

WHAT TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR

AN ACTION PLAN FOR WOMEN NATURE'S BEAUTY

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CONTENTS

JUNE 2019: WOMEN'S HEALTH

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Understanding Birth Control Pills

Is It More Than PMS?

Menopause: A Normal, Natural Event

Vitamins and Minerals That Help Painful Periods

Tri-For-Sight Supports UK Eye Research Fund

DEPARTMENTS 21

IN THE NEWS

EVENTS CALENDAR

NATURE'S BEAUTY

FOOD BITES

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE The Relaxation Response

GENERAL DENTISTRY When a Pain in the Ear Isn’t Really an Ear-related Issue: TMD

FAMILY VISION Autism and Eyesight

COSMETIC DENTISTRY Step Into Summer With a Confident Smile

HEARING WELL Ringing or Noises in the Ears?

FAMILY DOC Pap Smear: Test Looks for Presence of Precancerous Cells

FUNERAL Pre-planning one's final wishes spares loved ones from emotional and financial burdens

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Dear Friends, How is your summer going so far? It’s a great time of year to get in tune with nature because of the long hot days (remember the longest day of the year is June 21). This issue of Health & Wellness focuses on women’s health. Many singular and natural events happen to women throughout their lifetimes – PMS, childbirth, menopause and more. One of our articles gives heartfelt advice about taking care of your heart. Another has advice about vitamins that can help you deal with those dreaded menstrual cramps. Are you having trouble with ringing in your ears or jaw problems? We give you some tips on how to handle these concerns so you can get back to the activities you enjoy. And while you’re at it, remember what the poet John Greenleaf Whittier advised: Buy hyacinths to feed your soul. Here’s to your health,

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Working to Have a Healthy Heart: AN ACTION PLAN FOR WOMEN By Jean Jeffers, Staff Writer Are you working to have a healthy heart? Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States. Twenty-three percent of women will die within a year after having a heart attack. Fortunately, you can do something to avoid being one of the statistics. Protection against heart disease is particularly important once a woman reaches midlife because after menopause, her risk of heart disease and heart attack jumps significantly. One in eight women between the ages of 45 and 64 years have some form of heart disease, according to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Heart disease occurs when the arteries that

supply blood to the heart muscle become hardened and narrowed due to a build-up of plaque in the arteries’ inner walls. Plaque is an accumulation of fat, cholesterol and other substances. As it builds up in the arteries, blood flow to the heart is reduced. Heart disease may lead to a heart attack, when one or more of the coronary arteries is totally blocked, preventing oxygen and nutrients from getting to the heart. This could cause permanent damage to the heart. Other diseases of the heart and blood vessel system include stroke, high blood pressure and rheumatic heart disease. Once you have heart disease, no matter the treatment you receive, such as bypass surgery and/or angioplasty (treatments that allow blood

to flow more easily to the heart), the arteries will remain damaged and you are more likely to have a heart attack — or a second heart attack. Because this condition will only worsen, it is vitally important to take action to prevent and control the disease process. Certain risk factors make a woman more likely to develop heart disease. Some of them are easily dealt with. You can do something about smoking, elevated blood pressure, high blood cholesterol levels, being overweight and inactive and diabetes. Research indicates more than 95 percent of those who die from heart disease have at least one of these major risk factors. Age is another risk factor after menopause. To take action to prevent heart disease, it’s necessary to make lifestyle changes. Research shows women can reduce their heart disease risk by as much as 82 percent simply by leading a healthy lifestyle, and adopting heart-healthy habits may add years to your life, even for those who already have heart disease. An action plan to lessen the risk of or prevent heart disease involves making time to take care of yourself. You can also: • Manage current health conditions. Control high blood pressure and lower high cholesterol. • Work to stabilize your blood sugar if you have diabetes. • Quit smoking immediately. • Lose weight if you are overweight or obese. • Eat a nutritious diet rich in fruits and vegetables, lean protein and whole grains. Eat fish, especially salmon, frequently. • Ask your healthcare provider if you should use aspirin. • Exercise most days of the week. Recognize the symptoms of a heart attack in women are different from symptoms seen in men. They include chest pain (heavy ache or pressure); pain in the arms, neck, jaw, back or upper stomach; shortness of breath; breaking out in a cold sweat; unusual or unexplained tiredness; feeling dizzy or light-headed; or feeling sick to your stomach. Call 911 if you suspect you or a loved one is suffering from a heart attack. About the Author

Jean is an RN with an MSN from the University of Cincinnati. She is a staff writer for Health & Wellness and Living Well 60+ magazines. She has just published a book, Journey Toward Healing, available on Amazon.

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THE RELAXATION RESPONSE

ust relax! It sounds so simple, but it isn’t necessarily easy. There are many unskillful, unhealthy ways to relax. But you can achieve significant cardiovascular and other health benefits from the regular practice of skillful relaxation for stress management. One of the best ways to skillfully relax is by practicing the Relaxation Response. Harvard cardiologist Herbert Benson coined the phrase “relaxation response” after studying meditation’s affects on cardiovascular disease and other medical conditions. He initially showed the simple practice of the Relaxation Response helped lower blood pressure and even helped some patients reduce their medication needs. Over 40 years at the Mind Body Medical Institute, the Relaxation Response has been shown to help a wide variety of other stress-related medical conditions, including chronic pain, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, arthritis, intestinal disorders, skin conditions and many more. It has also been shown to improve the quality of life for those with life-threatening disease such as cancer and HIV/AIDS. Here are the steps to practicing Benson’s Relaxation Response. If you are taking medication or have a chronic medical condition, discuss with your medical provider whether this is compatible with your treatment plan.

1. First, choose a focus word (or short phrase, prayer or sound). You can choose a word that has a religious or special meaning to you or a neutral word such as one, now, being, ocean, love, peace, calm, relax or present moment. The meaning of the focus word is not the point. Rather, you are cultivating the gentle resting of your attention on the word. Eventually, the word may fade away as you repeat it, leaving you in a state of restful alertness. That is just fine. 2. Turn off phones and make sure the dog or cat won’t startle you by jumping into your lap. You may want to inform others you are taking a health break and close the door. You can make a sign for the door saying “Quiet Please” or “Meditating.” 3. Sit quietly in a comfortable seated or reclining position and close your eyes. You can also lie down, but that will increase the likelihood of falling asleep. Sleep is great, but that isn’t the goal of the Relaxation Response practice. 4. Relax your muscles, especially paying attention to the jaw, neck, shoulders, back and other places you know you hold tension. As you become more sensitive to your own body, you may detect tension and relaxation in places you never imagined needed your attention. 5. Breathe slowly and naturally and as you do, repeat your focus word or phrase or prayer silently

to yourself. At least in the beginning, this repetition may be easier to coordinate with the out breath. Over time, however, try to repeat your word without timing the repetition to the breath. 6. Be non-judgmental about distractions. When sounds, body sensations and other thoughts come to mind, simply notice them without judgment and gently return to the repetition. 7. Ideally, practice for 10-20 minutes, although even 1 minute (especially during stressful times) can help manage stress and cultivate a sense of self-mastery and self-care. 8. After your practice period ends, rather than quickly returning to activity, continue sitting quietly for a minute or so, allowing other thoughts to return. Then, open your eyes and sit for another minute before returning to regular activity. Notice this important transition time. Your eyes are open as in daily activity yet the mind is quieter than usual after your practice. Later in the day, by simply remembering this calmness with eyes open, a hint of relaxation and self-care can be cultivated at any moment throughout your day. 9. Practice! Practice! Practice! This technique is most effective if practiced once or twice daily. Although any time is fine, ideal practice times are before breakfast and before the evening meal. Practicing before meals helps diges-

tion, another important ingredient in self-care, cardiovascular health and managing stress-related conditions. Recommended Resource

• Audio recordings by Dr. Patterson for relaxation and mindfulness are available at the Mind Body Studio Web site: http://www.mindbodystudio.org/?page_id=1594

About the Author Dr. Patterson is past president of the Kentucky Academy of Family Physicians and is board certified in family medicine and integrative holistic medicine. He is on the faculty at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Saybrook University’s College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences (Oakland) and the Center for Mind Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.). He operates the Mind Body Studio in Lexington, where he offers integrative medicine consultations and group classes. He can be reached through his Web site at www.mindbodystudio.org.

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By Jamie Lober, Staff Writer Before deciding to take birth control pills, do your research and understand what they will do for you. Every woman makes the decision to use birth control for different reasons. “There are women as young as 14 starting birth control pills, all the way up through women who have not gone through menopause yet who just want birth control,” said Trenna Vandergrift, nurse practitioner at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. Many girls take birth control pills because they have irregular periods. Birth control pills make their menstrual cycles more predictable. The most important thing to remember is you should take the pill at the same time every day. “There are 28 pills in a package,” said Vandergrift. “The first 21 are birth control pills and the last seven are placebo or reminder pills that you take when you have your period.” There are many types of pills available so it is important to sit down with your doctor and evaluate them all. “The doctor will take the patient’s medical history and [learn her] reason for wanting to go on birth control pills into consideration,” Vandergrift said. “You

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typically start with a low-dosage hormone pill and work up to a higher dosage if it is not working.” Most women tolerate the pill well, but it can take time to get regulated. “I recommend patients give it about a month or two before deciding they want to stop a certain pill,” Vandergrift said. “When you start taking them, you might notice a little fluctuation in mood, which is your body adjusting to hormones. All pills contain estrogen but there are different types of progesterone, which is what makes the difference in the pills. Some women have breast tenderness but that gets better.” You want to make sure the side effects are manageable. “It is a medication so there can be side effects, but if you have blood clots, headaches, unusual vision changes, shortness of breath or swelling in the legs, come in for an evaluation,” Vandergrift said. “I tell women if you do not feel like yourself or are having extreme mood swings or headaches that you did not have before, come

back and we will see if we can change you to something else.” If you are over age 35 years and a smoker, that limits the type of birth control you can be on. “You don’t want to be on a pill that contains estrogen because it puts you at increased risk of having a blood clot,” Vandergrift said. Typically, patients come back to see their doctor within three months to make sure everything is going well. After that, it is good to see your gynecologist once a year. The pill has not changed much over the years. “There are more options out there than there used to be and there are also ones that have been out there forever that still get used,” Vandergrift said. “Some new ones have iron or folic acid in them and some give you a period four times a year instead of every month. Sit down with your provider, talk about what is important to you and pick a pill that you think works best for your life.”

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WHEN A PAIN IN THE EAR ISN’ T REALLY AN EAR-RELATED ISSUE:

DIAGNOSING AND TREATING TMD

hen Lexington resident Hannah Andrews started suffering from pain in her jaw that migrated toward her ear, she visited an urgent care clinic to confirm whether she had an ear infection. Ear infections may require an antibiotic for treatment. But when she was checked, Hannah was told her ears looked fine. Instead, clinic personnel thought the real culprit could be linked to an issue with her temporomandibular joint – a small joint located on each side of the jaw responsible for connecting the jawbone to the skull. They referred Hannah to her primary care physician. Temporomandibular disorders, or TMD, are a collection of issues that can affect the temporomandibular joint as well as surrounding muscles, nerves and tendons. TMD mostly affect patients between the ages of 20 and 40 years old, and more women tend to seek treatment for TMD than men. Often individuals will experience pain that mimics a toothache, earache or headache, when in reality the cause is related to the jaw area. Because a group of conditions may be responsible for causing issues here and symptoms vary from person to person, diagnosing and treating TMD can be challenging. After visiting her primary care physician, as well as a neurology clinic, Hannah was referred to the University of Kentucky Orofacial Pain Clinic, where she met Dr. Isabel Moreno-Hay and her team. The UK Orofacial Pain Clinic is a multi-professional clinic comprised of dentists specializing in various areas, psychologists and physical therapists, all who routinely work together to determine the cause of a patient’s pain and craft the best, personalized course of treatment for their condition. By the time Hannah visited Dr. Moreno-Hay, she was experiencing distracting pain in her jaw area and was unable to open her jaw fully. “I

was limited to a very small opening and physically could not pry it open any further. This was embarrassing, because I couldn’t eat food normally. To eat a sandwich, I had to break it into tiny pieces so it could fit in my mouth,” Hannah said. With the pain and jaw limitations affecting Hannah’s day-to-day life, a conservative treatment for TMD was initiated promptly. In this initial phase of treatment, Hannah learned about the benefit of eating softer foods and started to become aware of when she was clenching her jaw. She learned about posture and breathing and gained other skills with the help of the behavioral team at the UK Orofacial Pain Clinic. Hannah was also fitted for a night guard to wear in her mouth during sleep to help address possible teeth grinding. In an effort to improve Hannah’s condition, trigger point injections and different physical therapy options such as transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), which involves using a mild electrical current to help relieve pain, were also added to Hannah’s treatment plan. As these approaches only partly addressed Hannah’s pain, Dr. Moreno-Hay conferred with Dr. Enif Dominguez-Fernandez of UK Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to discuss a treatment option called arthrocentesis. Arthrocentesis involves injecting the jaw joint area to dilute and flush out inflammatory chemicals and may involve removing damaged tissue in the area. Patients are under anesthesia during the process. “Generally we like to start with conservative treatment options and if the patient’s pain is not completely resolved after a few months of conservative treatment, we then consider a referral to oral surgery for arthrocentesis of the TMJ,” said Dr. Moreno-Hay. “A multidisciplinary approach is key for the successful management of TMD.” “The arthrocentesis procedures with Dr. Dominguez-Fernandez

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SYMPTOMS OF TMD

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, talk with your doctor or dentist. Symptoms may affect both sides of the face or just one.

• Limited movement and/or locking of the jaw • A popping/clicking sound coming from the jaw area • A change in how your teeth bite together or a shift in the jaw • Radiating pain in the face, jaw and neck area • Stiffness in the jaw area were very helpful. Combined with the behavioral training and other treatments, they have allowed me to resume living pain-free on a daily basis,” said Hannah. “One of the great features UK Dentistry has to offer patients is the vast experience that our providers have in a wide range of specialties,” said Dr. DominguezFernandez. “We’re able to learn a patient’s needs and work

together as needed to help reach the best outcome for a patient, whether we need to partner with a provider in the Orofacial Pain Clinic, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics or any other needed subspecialty.” “I still do everything the clinic taught me,” Hannah said. This has helped her stay pain free most of the time for over a year now.

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IS IT MORE THAN PMS? A diagnosis of PMDD involves a thorough medical history.

IF SYMPTOMS ARE PARTICULARLY DEBILITATING, TALK WITH YOUR GYNECOLOGIST By Angela S. Hoover, Staff Writer During the last seven to 10 days of the menstrual cycle, many women suffer from a variety of unpleasant physical, emotional and behavioral effects called premenstrual syndrome (PMS). PMS symptoms include bloating, breast tenderness, headaches, joint pain, food cravings, mood swings, frequent crying and panic attacks. Women may also encounter fatigue, mood changes, irritability, anxiety and trouble focusing and sleeping. Although regular PMS symptoms are uncomfortable and painful, there is an even more severe form of PMS called premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). About 5 percent to 8 percent of women have symptoms so distressing and debilitating that they interfere with their ability to carry out daily life activities. PMDD causes irritability, depression or anxiety in the week or two before the period starts. The levels of disruption in extreme cases are similar to those that people with major depression experience. Symptoms usually go away two to three days after the period starts. Other ways PMDD manifests itself include increased appetite, acne, hot flashes, heart palpitations, dizziness, sleeplessness, forgetfulness and gastrointestinal upset. These symptoms usually resolve within the first few days after the menstrual period begins. While the exact causes of PMS and PMDD are unknown, researchers believe they result from the interaction of hormones the ovaries produce, such as estrogen and progesterone, with the neurotransmitters in the brain at different stages in the menstrual cycle. Biologic, psychological, environmental and social factors all play a part in PMDD. It is not “all in your head.”

Other physical and psychological conditions have overlapping symptoms with PMDD, such as mood and anxiety disorders and thyroid disease. A diagnosis of PMDD involves a thorough medical history, a physical examination and blood tests to rule out thyroid conditions. Any woman who suspects she has PMDD should keep a journal and record symptoms that can be compared with a menstrual calendar to see the relationship of symptoms and the menstrual cycle. Five or more of the following symptoms must have been present during the week prior to the menstrual period and resolved within a few days of the start of the woman’s period. The symptoms must interfere with daily activities and not be the result of another condition or illness. These include: • feeling sad, hopeless or selfdeprecating; • feeling tense, anxious or on edge; • marked changes in mood, such as becoming sad or tearful; • persistent irritability and anger and increased interpersonal conflicts • decreased interest in usual activities or withdrawal from social relationships; • difficulty concentrating; • feeling fatigued, lethargic or lacking in energy; • marked changes in appetite, including binge eating or craving certain foods; • hypersomnia (excessive sleeping) or insomnia; and • feeling overwhelmed or out of control. Studies have shown chasteberry extract (agnus castus fruit),

calcium, vitamin B6 and vitamin E can reduce PMS and PMDD symptoms. Traditional treatments for PMDD are antidepressant medications and drugs that suppress ovulation and the production of ovarian hormones (birth control pills). Several selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class drugs are

effective in treating PMDD. These drugs work by regulating the levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. They include Prozac, Sarafem, Zoloft, Paxil and Celexa. Up to 75 percent of women report relief of symptoms with SSRI medications. Be sure to talk to your gynecologist about your symptoms.

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AUTISM AND EYESIGHT: PRISMS HELP GET SYSTEMS IN SYNC

t may surprise you to learn eyesight and autism spectrum disorders have a connection. One of the major symptoms of autism is a lack of eye contact. Few people with autism have trouble with their eyesight. The problem is with the person’s ambient visual system. The ambient system is concerned with things going on around us in the background. It generally filters everything out for us because noticing every little thing in the visual field IN ONE would be overwhelming. However, people DOCUMENTED CASE, on the autism spectrum have trouble using the central and peripheral visual systems A 14-YEAR-OLD simultaneously, so subsequently they have BOY WHO HAD trouble filtering things. Having autism can be compared to walking around with NEVER SAID MORE the tubes from paper towels in front of THAN ONE-WORD your face. You would move your head around constantly, trying to check out your SENTENCES STARTED environment and keep up with what’s going SPEAKING FULL on. People on the autism spectrum tend to get hyperstimulated when there is too SENTENCES WITHIN much peripheral movement happening all 15 MINUTES OF around them. Their ambient visual system is not telling them that people are, perhaps, PUTTING ON A PAIR moving in many different directions, both OF YOKED PRISMS. forward and backwards. Confused, needing to feel where they are in relationship to the things around them, people on the autism spectrum might start exhibiting stimming – self-stimulatory behavior that incorporates the repetition of physical movements, including flapping the arms. When the ambient visual system works as it is supposed to, people on the autism spectrum don’t experience overstimulation.

Vision therapy using yoked prisms has been shown to help people on the autism spectrum tremendously, sometimes even removing autism tendencies. This therapy has a major impact on the ambient vision system. It is not a cure for autism; it is a calming of the sensory system. In one documented case, a 14-year-old boy who had never said more than one-word sentences started speaking full sentences within 15 minutes of putting on a pair of yoked prisms. The prism changes the distribution of light on the retina; one theory espouses the prism resets the timing between the ambient and focal vision systems. When they are out of sync, a prism can help the two systems blend better. Yoked prisms do what any therapy – physical, occupational, speech – is meant to do: create a new, more meaningful and useful environment for the patient. It changes input and thus changes output. Vision therapy is an attempt to understand the world in which a person on the autism spectrum lives and moves, to understand what makes their sensory input different and to take steps to improve it. It is effective for both children and adults. Once there is a better understanding of what is affecting the person with autism, vision therapy can expand his or her peripheral awareness and help him or her achieve the ability to judge space and distance so they don’t get as overwhelmed as quickly. For more information about yoked prisms and the autism spectrum, a recommended book is Mel Kaplan’s “Seeing Through New Eyes,” which details his work with patients on the autism spectrum. About the Author

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MENOPAUSE: A NORMAL, NATURAL EVENT HORMONE THERAPY MAY HELP WITH ANNOYING SYMPTOMS By Jamie Lober, Staff Writer Menopause is the time when a woman stops having monthly periods. It is also commonly viewed as the end of the reproductive years. It usually occurs around age 50. The North American Menopause Society says menopause is a normal, natural event. Some women do not have any physical symptoms as they approach this time of their life, while others experience a gamut of bothersome issues that can be managed with the guidance of a gynecologist. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services says the perimenopausal phase begins in the early to mid-40s, when the amount of estrogen the ovaries produce begins to decrease. This can cause hot flashes, night sweats, irregular bleeding, vaginal dryness and mood swings. It also may become harder to get a good night’s sleep. Periods may become irregular and bleeding may be heavier or lighter than usual; this is normal. Remember, every woman is different, so you shouldn’t compare your experience with menopause to that of your friend or neighbor. Continue using birth control during the perimenopausal phase to prevent an unplanned pregnancy. There is no way to prevent symptoms of menopause, but general healthy lifestyle choices always make things go smoother. The North American Menopause

Society (NAMS) (www.menopause.org) says vaginal dryness can be treated with low-dose vaginal estrogen and regular sexual activity. Lubricants, vaginal rings, creams or tablets that release small amounts of estrogen into the vaginal tissue can also be used if needed. To help with aging skin, NAMS suggests using sunscreen, moisturizing, staying hydrated and not smoking. Topical retinoids have a proven track record of improving skin. For hot flashes, antidepressants can be useful. Some women have turned to soy or black cohosh even though there is no documentation that they work. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists considers the role of estrogen in protecting against heart attack and stroke. Hormone therapy is a viable solution for many women, which means taking estrogen and, if you have not had a hysterectomy, progestin as well. Taking estrogen and progestin together is called combined hormone therapy. Progestin’s role is vital because it decreases the risk of uterine cancer, which can be caused by estrogen by itself. These therapies are available in pills, patches and sprays. Talk to your

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By Hsuan Peng, Courtney P. Turpin, M.S., and Mengfan Xia Do you have back pain, headaches and stomach issues during your menstrual cycle? If so, you are not alone. Research has shown over 90 percent of women experience premenstrual symptoms, and more than 50 percent of women report pain during their period. The discomfort that can accompany periods is called dysmenorrhea. Some women experience very severe symptoms that interfere with work and school. Recently, nutritional studies have discovered specific vitamins and minerals may have a helpful role in reducing menstrual pain. Vitamin D The adult diet commonly lacks vitamin D, but its benefits for reducing menstrual cramping make it an important nutrient in a woman’s diet. A study from Gynecological Endocrinology determined women receiving 50,000 IU of vitamin D per week over eight weeks reported significantly reduced pain during their menstrual cycle (Moini et al., 2016). The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for vitamin D is 600 IU for women between 14 and 50 years of age (1 cup of vitamin D fortified milk contains about 120 IU of vitamin D). To increase your dietary vitamin D intake, the Mayo Clinic suggests eating fatty fish such as salmon, drinking fortified milk and/or taking a vitamin D supplement. Vitamin B1 A study from the Global Journal of Health Sciences found vitamin B1 supplementation helped reduce both mental and physical symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle (Abdollahifard et al., 2014). The RDA for B1 is 0.9mg to 1.1mg for women between 14 and 60 years of age (provided in a half-cup serving of white enriched rice). The National Institutes of Health recommends foods such as fortified cereals and rice or black beans to increase dietary consumption of B1.

Vitamin E Nuts, seeds, avocados and vegetable oils are rich in vitamin E, which may help reduce menstrual pain. A research study including 1,000 women found taking 500 IU of vitamin E daily for five days (two days prior to and three days after the onset of the period) decreased reported menstrual pain (Ziaei et al., 2001). More recently, a study found using vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids in combination are more effective in reducing menstrual pain than used separately (Sadeghi et al., 2018). However, vitamin E can increase the risk of bleeding, especially in people taking blood thinner medication. People with heart disease and diabetes should consult their doctor before taking high doses of vitamin E.

demonstrated intake of calcium alone was effective in reducing menstrual pain intensity, and maintaining a proper blood calcium level decreases depression and irritability. The best way to increase calcium levels is by modifying your diet to add milk, cheese and yogurt. Other foods rich in calcium include beans, almonds and dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach and kale. Remember, calcium needs vitamin D to be absorbed, so include vitamin D-rich foods in your diet to gain the full benefits of calcium. Consuming the recommended amount of vitamins and minerals are essential for overall health. Consult with a physician or gynecologist/obstetrician prior to starting a dietary supplements regimen.

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• American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists • BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology • Global Journal of Health Science • Gynecological Endocrinology • Journal of Reproductive Medicine • Mayo Clinic • National Institutes of Health • Pain Medicine

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Magnesium Magnesium is frequently prescribed for symptoms accompanying premenstrual syndrome (PMS), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and perimenopause. A 2017 literature review, “Magnesium in the gynecological practice,” describes its importance in the prevention and treatment of several conditions relevant to women’s health. For example, research has demonstrated magnesium helps reduce dysmenorrhea, calms the nervous system and reduces stress, which can in turn positively affect the menstrual cycle and health. However, too much magnesium can cause diarrhea and lower blood pressure and it can interact with many medications, including antibiotics such as Cipro, Levaquin and tetracycline. Make sure to ask your doctor before taking magnesium supplements, especially if you have digestive problems or heart disease. Calcium Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body. It constitutes 1.5 percent to 2.0 percent of total body weight. Calcium is known for its structural role in bones and teeth; however, it can also reduce menstrual pain through maintaining muscle tone. A study published in Pain Medicine

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• Dental Implants: Do you have a missing tooth? You can fill in the space with an implant, which not only helps your smile aesthetically but also improves your oral health. Be sure to take care of your smile with the following tips: • Dental Care: Brush twice a day, floss once a day, use mouthwash to get rid of bacteria and avoid smoking or using tobacco. • Eat Healthy and Drink Lots of Water: By eating right and drinking water, you can help your teeth get the nutrients they need to be strong. Drinking water throughout the day helps flush out food particles that lead to unwanted bacteria. • Visit the Dentist: Be sure to visit your dentist twice a year to get a dental cleaning and exam. We check for cavities and any signs of oral cancer. • Mouthguards: If you are playing a contact sport or doing something that may cause a fall, be sure to wear a mouthguard to protect your teeth from chips or prevent losing a tooth. If you’re having trouble being confident with your teeth and mouth, give our office a call. Our team will be happy to help you find the answers to a better smile and the look you want. It’s time to be confident in your healthy smile. Schedule a consultation today so we can answer any questions you may have about treatments. We look forward to seeing you soon. About the Author

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innitus (pronounced tinuh-tus) is the perception of sound when no external stimulus is present. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates approximately 15 percent of the general public (over 50 million Americans) experience some form of tinnitus. Of that, nearly 20 million individuals struggle with chronic tinnitus that is considered a burden, while 2 million have extreme tinnitus that is often debilitating. There are two types of tinnitus, subjective and objective. Subjective tinnitus is tinnitus that only the patient perceives. It cannot be heard externally. According to the American Tinnitus Association, more than 99 percent of all reported tinnitus cases are subjective. Objective tinnitus is noises that are audible to many individuals at one time. These sounds can often include hearing circulatory (blood flow) systems. This type of tinnitus occurs in less than 1 percent of all tinnitus cases. Many people describe tinnitus as a “ringing in the ears,” but there are actually three different ways to describe tinnitus: tonal, pulsatile or musical. Tonal tinnitus is a type of subjective tinnitus that can be described as a ringing, humming, buzzing, whistling, clicking, swooshing or chirping sound. The volume at which these tonal sounds occur can vary. Pulsatile tinnitus is a form of objective tinnitus that is described

by the pulsing nature of the sound. The pulsing is typically in sync with an individual’s heartbeat. If you experience this type of tinnitus, please contact a physician so they can ensure there is no circulatory cause for it. Musical tinnitus is the perception of music or singing. This is also known as Musical Ear Syndrome and is quite rare. THE CAUSES OF TINNITUS Tinnitus can manifest in one or both ears, occurring intermittently or continually. It is a symptom of an underlying health condition. For most individuals, tinnitus is associated with damage to the ear or auditory system; however, there are roughly 200 different health disorders that can cause tinnitus as a symptom. If there is concern about why an individual has hearing loss, it is pertinent they discuss this with their medical provider to determine the root cause. HEARING LOSS. Permanent, sensorineural hearing loss is often associated with tinnitus, specifically age-related hearing loss and noise-induced hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss often starts around age 60 years and tends to affect both ears, specifically targeting the high frequencies. Noiseinduced hearing loss is caused by exposure to loud sounds, including noise from work (farming, construction, heavy machinery), hobbies (motorcycles, woodworking,

concerts, shooting range) and/or by accident (traumatic noise). OBSTRUCTIONS IN THE MIDDLE EAR. Excessive ear wax, foreign objects or dirt and head congestion can cause the perception of tinnitus due to an imbalance of pressure between different areas of the ear. TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDER. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), where the lower jaw connects to the skull, is located in front of the ears. Damage to the muscles, ligaments or cartilage in the joint can lead to tinnitus. TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY. In these cases, the brain’s auditory processing areas are damaged and can generate the symptom of tinnitus. This is a major cause of tinnitus for men and women in the military. Approximately 60 percent of all tinnitus cases diagnosed by the U.S. Veterans Administration are attributable to mild to severe TBIs. OTOTOXIC DRUGS. Tinnitus is a side effect to many prescription medications. Often a patient stops experiencing tinnitus once the medication is discontinued. This side effect should be discussed with the prescribing physician. Other medications can cause more permanent tinnitus symptoms, including specific antibiotics, some cancer-treating medications, water

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Postpartum depression affects hundreds of thousands of American women annually. The Food and Drug Administration approved the first-ever medication, Brexanolone (Zulresso), an intravenous injection, to treat the condition in March. The treatment is 60 hours and can only be administered in a certified facility that is a part of the restricted Zulresso Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy Program, according to the FDA. The medication alone costs $30,000.

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The Food and Drug Administration announced in May it is shutting down its controversial alternative summary reporting program and ending its decades-long practice of allowing medical device makers to conceal millions of reports of harm and malfunction from the general public. Additionally, the agency will open past records to the public. “The No. 1 job of the FDA shouldn’t be buyer beware. It is to have the information available to people so they can have information about the devices they are going to put in their body,” said former FDA official Dr. S. Lori Brown. The program began 20 years ago but was so little known that forensic medical device experts and even a recent FDA commissioner were unaware of its existence. Greater transparency about the safety of breast implants was the impetus for terminating the program, according to FDA principal deputy commissioner Dr. Amy Abernethy and FDA device center director Dr. Jeff Shuren. For years, the agency allowed makers of breast implants to report hundreds of thousands of injuries and malfunctions out of the public eye, according to federal records. Alternative summary reporting will be terminated for all medical devices, including implantable cardiac defibrillators, pacemakers and tooth implants. The FDA began winding down the program in mid-2017, revoking many reporting exemptions, including those for saline breast implants and balloon pumps used inside patients’ blood vessels. However, during the first nine months of 2018, the FDA continued to accept more than 190,000 injury reports and 45,000 malfunction reports under the hidden alternative summary reporting program.

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sexually active women are at risk for contracting HPV. HPV types 16 and 18 are the primary causes of cervical cancer. The HPV virus can lie dormant for years and then suddenly become active. If you have HPV, you may have an increased risk for developing cervical cancer. The Pap smear does not detect other sexually transmitted diseases. To prepare for your Pap smear, do not have sexual intercourse, douche or use spermicides the day before your test. Let your doctor know if you are menstruating; this may affect your results, so you may need to reschedule your test. Relax by taking deep breaths as your doctor slowly inserts a device called a speculum into your vagina. The speculum keeps the vaginal walls open and provides access to the cervix so your doctor can collect the necessary cell samples from it. The samples are sent to the lab to be tested for the presence of abnormal cells. If your results are

normal, this means no abnormal cells were found. Abnormal test results do not mean you have cancer. It only means abnormal cells were found on your cervix, and some of them could be precancerous. Your doctor may recommend doing a colposcopy to take a closer look at your cervical tissue. During a colposcopy, your doctor will use light and magnification to see the vaginal and cervical tissues more clearly. In some cases, your doctor may also take a sample of your cervical tissue to do a biopsy. For patients over age 30, if you have HPV testing done and both the Pap test and HPV test are normal, you can be tested every five years. You may need more frequent Pap smears if you are HIV positive or if your immune system has been weakened by chemotherapy. You may not need to have a Pap test if you have had a total hysterectomy. Women over the age of 65 years

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LIFT YOUR SPIRITS AND SOOTHE YOUR SOUL WITH THIS FLOWER OF MYTHIC ORIGIN By Tanya Tyler, Editor Health&Wellness “If thou of fortune be bereft, And in thy store there be but left Two loaves, sell one and with the dole, Buy hyacinths to feed thy soul.” – John Greenleaf Whittier There aren’t many things that can cheer your heart and bring beauty to an otherwise dreary day than flowers. Everyone, it seems, has a favorite flower; perhaps the hyacinth was poet Whittier’s. Not a bad choice. Hyacinths are native to the eastern Mediterranean area of Anatolia (Turkey). The common garden hyacinth was brought to Europe in the 16th century. Hyacinths have been culti-

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vated commercially ever since and are now mainly produced in Holland. They grow from perennial bulbs, just like lilies and irises. They received their name from a Greek myth, which says the flowers sprang up out of the blood of a youth named Hyacinth after the god Apollo accidentally killed him with a discus. Some versions of the myth say Zephyr, the god of the west wind, was jealous of Hyacinth’s attachment to Apollo, so he blew the thrown discus back and it struck Hyacinth in the head. On the flower’s petals Apollo inscribed the word “alas,” a sign of his sorrow. Hyacinths belong to the lily family. They come in a rainbow of colors, including red, blue, white, orange, pink, purple and yellow. Each flower color has a unique fragrance. But as beautiful as hyacinths are, the bulbs are poisonous. They contain a substance called oxalic acid, which can remove rust, and handling them can cause mild skin irritation. This is probably why Whittier recommended you let hyacinths feed your soul and nothing else. You should wear protective gloves when working with hyacinth bulbs. They do best when planted in the autumn, before the first frost, in welldrained soil, either in sun or partial shade. They usually flower from March through April. Set the bulb in the hole you dig with its pointed end up.

The depth of the hole, from about 2 to 8 inches, depends on which kind of hyacinth you are planting. Give the plants ample room to spread out by spacing them about 5 to 6 inches apart. Don’t water them too often – hyacinths don’t like a lot of water; it can cause rot. You can start or force them indoors and then transplant them to your garden. After their foliage dies back outdoors, you can bring the bulbs indoors again and store them in a cool, dark, dry place until the fall or winter. Popular varieties include Hyacinthus orientalis (the common Dutch hyacinth) and grape hyacinths, which have small cobalt-blue flowers. The naturally sticky juice of the hyacinth plant was once used a book-binding glue. In flower language, the hyacinth symbolizes a fresh start. If you have acted carelessly or thoughtlessly (you know, if you need to bring flowers to your wife), hyacinths are one way to say you’re sorry. A blue hyacinth would indicate your sincerity, and a purple hyacinth be a sign of your sorrow for doing something wrong. Sources:

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Hip Hop Music Ages the Funkiest-Flavored Cheese

For six months, Swiss cheese maker Beat Wampfler and a team of researchers from the Bern University of Arts played different songs unceasingly to cheese wells to see how sound waves impact flavor. They used a mini transducer that sent the sound waves directly into 22-pound Emmental cheese wheels. Classical cheese heard Mozart’s The Magic Flute. Rock cheese listened to Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven.” Ambient cheese heard Yello’s “Monolith.” The techno cheese heard Vril’s “UV,” and the hip-hop cheese received A Tribe Called Quest’s “(We’ve Got) Jazz.” After aging, food technologists from the ZHAW Food Perception Research Group examined the cheeses, concluding the cheese exposed to music had a milder flavor compared to nonmusical cheese. They also found the hip-hop cheese had a stronger aroma and flavor than the other samples, saying it was “remarkably fruity, both in smell and taste, and significantly different from the other samples.” Next a jury of culinary experts sampled the cheeses during two rounds of blind taste tests. Most preferred the hip-hop cheese. The cheeses will undergo a biomedical survey to see if there are actual structural differences between them. A veterinarian by day and cheesemaker in his free time, Wampfler suspects unexpected things can affect the flavor and texture of a cheese. “Bacteria is responsible for the formation of the taste of cheese, with the enzymes that influence its maturity,” he said. “I am convinced

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that humidity, temperature or nutrients are not the only things that influence taste. Sounds, ultrasounds or music can also have physical effects.” The field of sonochemistry looks at the effect of sound on solid bodies. Wampfler envisions a day when cheeses can be marketed based on the music they matured to. Individuals are already requesting cheeses matured to the blues, Balkan music and AC/DC.

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Millions of people are dying around the world from poor diets loaded with sodium and lacking whole grains and fruits, says the Global Burden of Disease study published in the Lancet journal in April. One in five deaths globally in 2017– about 11 million – were linked to unhealthy eating habits, say the researchers. The people who had poor diets did not consume enough nuts, seeds, milk and whole grains and ate too much processed meat, sodium and sugary drinks. “This study affirms what many have thought for several years – that poor diet is responsible for more deaths than any other risk factor in the world,” said study author Dr. Christopher Murray of the University of Washington. The deaths included about 10 million from cardiovascular disease, 813,000 from cancer and nearly

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PRE-PLANNING ONE'S FINAL WISHES SPARES LOVED ONES FROM EMOTIONAL AND FINANCIAL BURDENS

PLANNING AT THE TIME OF NEED IS COMPLICATED BY THE FEELINGS ONE HAS DURING A TIME OF GREAT SADNESS WHEN SOMEONE HAS DIED.

f your death occurred today, would your loved one know how to arrange your funeral wishes and how you would like to be celebrated? When death occurs there are numerous things that all need to be done quickly, such as: • Selecting your preferred funeral home. • Notifying family and friends. • Possibly arranging travel and lodging for them. • Meeting with a funeral director to discuss and select your final arrangements • Deciding on a traditional burial or discussing all of the possibilities if cremation is preferred. • Selecting appropriate services • Selecting casket and /or urn • Providing your favorite musical selections and clothing • Making arrangements for cemetery property • Do you have the necessary military documents available to receive the benefits you are due? • Often a veteran and their spouse have benefits available, that could help to lower the cost of final their expenses. • Your funeral director can assist you with receiving your benefits. These are to name just a few, and the questions go on and on. When planning in advance your wishes are recorded and your loved ones are guided by your wishes to carry out the services you prefer. When a death occurs, survivors are naturally stunned, often emotionally devastated and find it difficult to make decisions when they are simply trying to cope with their loss. Making the decision to plan your wishes in advance is a big decision, but it is a decision that your loved ones appreciate and will thoughtfully remember you for. According to the National Funeral Directors Association, the average person finds themselves planning a funeral only once or twice in their entire lifetime. As such, it is perfectly normal to feel a sense of apprehension, uncertainty or even outright fear of this process. If a person does not have an advance funeral plan, planning at the time of need is complicated by the feelings one has during a time of great sadness when someone has died. With an advance plan, all necessary and difficult decisions can be made so families can devote their time and energy to the memory of their loved one, sharing sentiments and stories with each other, friends and associates during the visitation and celebration of life memorial service.

If one does not plan for the inevitable end of their life, then one day a great deal of responsibility will be placed on the shoulders of a spouse or children for final arrangements and settlement of the estate. People buy life insurance to provide economic means for survivors. But money from life insurance doesn’t console survivors during their emotional pain from grieving. Lawyers draw up wills to ensure possessions in estates will be distributed according to our wishes. But an estate is not probated until after a funeral. By taking the time now, to put one’s affairs in order for your funeral, your loved ones can be spared emotional and financial burdens in the future. As a funeral director, I believe everyone should pre-plan. Having your wishes recorded for your loved ones is a free service offered by most funeral homes. There are pre-payment plan available, but they are optional. Because people are living longer and families are often scattered around the country, advance planning is the responsible gift that provides helpful guidance, emotional support and required information to those who will survive us. A funeral or memorial service is an opportunity for family, friends and associates to gather, reflect upon and honor the one they have loved with a meaningful gathering to remember the life of a deceased loved one. It is a complex blend of religious, psychological, emotional, social and economic dimensions that are interrelated, but individual for each service. A funeral or life celebration is a ceremonial event that must be planned to coordinate activities and people in a flowing sequence that will help to provide a positive lasting memory for everyone in attendance. It is never too early to pre-plan and/or pre-fund your funeral or life celebration and you can always make changes to your plan if your circumstances change. About the Author

Jeanne Sledd is a senior advanced planning specialist and licensed funeral director. She has worked for Milward 20 out of her 30 years providing information and helping one to create a memorable gift for those you deeply care about. Milward Funeral Directors has three locations in Lexington. Jeanne can be reached at 859-252-3411.

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Tri-For-Sight Supports UK Eye Research Fund June 2019

It’s difficult to imagine life without sight. Each year, thousands of people lose the battle with macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy or glaucoma. The University of Kentucky Eye Research Fund supports work that helps doctors and scientists better understand and treat these diseases.

The Susan Bradley-Cox Tri-For-Sight Triathlon supports their work. This fun, short, local triathlon helps raise money for this research. All proceeds from Tri-For-Sight go directly to fund the UK Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Research Fund. What is a triathlon? It is an athletic contest consisting of three different events, typically swimming, cycling and long-distance running. Some events eliminate the swimming portion and replace it with kayaking. These events or races can be short in distance, like the Tri-For Sight, which is normally called a Sprint Triathlon. Next are the Olympic-level distances. The longest triathlon most people are aware of is the Iron Man. The half-Iron Man covers a total of 70.3 miles. A full Iron Man is over 140.6 miles, which is a bit extreme. There are even Ultra-Triathlons that are double the Iron Man distance. However, the most common events you will find are the Sprint and the Olympic triathlons. In a Sprint Triathlon, the combined activities of swimming, biking and running cover a distance of 15 miles. People of all ages, body types and athletic abilities compete in these events. We encourage you to come watch or consider participating in the Tri-For-Sight on Sunday morning, September 9th, as an athlete or volunteer. To be healthy in life, you have to stay active and eat right. This is what motivated Susan Bradley-Cox to begin participating in triathlons at age 42 years. Before this, she had never competed in such an endeavor. “I developed my active lifestyle as a young girl growing up in Paducah, Kentucky,

where I took an early interest in cheerleading, swimming and acrobatics (gymnastics),” she said. “These activities taught me an appreciation of physical activity and I now find emotional release through physical expression.” Susan noted when she was growing up, there was not much for young girls to do athletically. “Girls didn’t really compete back then,” she said. While she stayed active in college and early adulthood, it did not have much of an impact on her life. In 1982, Susan joined the Todd’s Road Stumblers, an informal group of runners who met each Saturday morning to run and enjoy each other’s company. One of the members, John Sensing, invited her to be part of a brand-new sport being formed called a triathlon. Susan was encouraged to do a triathlon at Spindletop Hall, a UK Faculty/ Alumni/Staff Club. At the time, she did not even own a good bike, so she borrowed one. She set out on her new adventure and has never looked back. In her first-ever triathlon, Susan won the women’s division. Since then she has been an inspiration for many people of all ages. “I feel I have been blessed with the ability to achieve physically and I want to share my talents and experiences with others,” Susan said. “I have been competing in Masters Swimming and triathlons since the ’80s. I have been blessed to win 11 National USAT championships. I have also had the opportunity to be part of the USA Triathlon Team since 1989.” Susan also qualified to participate on the National Team and was part of the team that first helped the sport of triathlon become an Olympic event. “I have had the opportunity to travel all over the world representing the United States, winning 12 ITU World championships in triathlon in my age division,” she said. “I competed in the 1986 Hawaii Ironman World

Susan Bradley-Cox participating in a triathlon.

Championship, which was one of the highlights of my triathlon career.” Currently, Susan is the head coach of the Wildcat Masters Swim Team at UK and teaches water aerobics at Pinnacle in the winter and Spindletop Hall in the summer. “This allows me to inspire others to move their bodies and thus be healthier, happier people,” she said. “I am also the Lexington triathlon coach for the Kentucky Leukemia/Lymphoma Society. The participants on the team raise money for the cancer research at the University of Kentucky and I coach them to compete in a triathlon.” Susan says she receives many benefits from staying active. “Physical exercise makes me feel refreshed and positive, which results in a healthy release of tension,” she said. “This for me is a personal accomplishment, one that has helped me grow and feel better about myself, but also one I am happy to share with others.” Susan joins us in encouraging our Health & Wellness readers to get out and move. Go watch or maybe even sign up for a local race. Triathlons happen all year long, and men and women of all ages, body types and stages of life are staying healthy by keeping active and being part of events such as the Tri-For Sight. For more information, visit www.triforsight.com.

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