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What’s New in Osteoporosis Research

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Healthy Brain Aging

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A Life Worth Living

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What’s New in Arthritis Research

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The Emerging Science Underlying Weight Loss

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GENERAL DENTISTRY The Move from Primary to Permanent Teeth: What to Expect

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FAMILY DOC FPA Welcomes Physical Therapist to Brannon Crossing Location

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INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Optimism is Good Medicine

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The optimist sees the same cup and exclaims, “Hey! It’s half full!” I like to think of myself as a cup half full person. While many people disparage optimists, making it hard to keep a positive outlook in the face of naysaying and practicality, I enjoy looking on the bright side of things. It’s so much easier! I would rather consider life events as challenges and opportunities rather than threats and dangers. I have learned over and over again that everything works out if you just let it be and keep hoping. I also appreciated Dr. Patterson’s description of the Best Possible Self Exercise. I saw myself with my book, my horse and my farm in California! I hope you enjoy this issue and begin to see the cup as half full – if not overflowing.

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MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEMS

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ASSURES TIMELY ARRIVAL OF ASSISTANCE DO SOME RESEARCH TO CHOOSE THE BEST ONE FOR YOU One out of every four adults falls every year, and about 20 percent of those falls result in a broken bone, head trauma or similar inju-

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Although there’s no way to completely eliminate the risk of falling, a medical alert system (MAS) can ensure assistance will arrive in the event of a fall or other medical emergency. An MAS allows seniors to maintain their independence at home and in their communities while minimizing the risk of further injury or death from falling without receiving immediate assistance. These systems offer more protection than mobile phones.

Digital assistants such as Amazon’s Alexa and Google Home cannot dial 911 even though they can dial landlines and mobile phone numbers.

When a call is placed to 911, the operator’s goal is to get help to you as soon as possible. So their job is to send EMS to your home whether you require that level of help or not. They must take other calls so they can’t stay on the line and they don’t have any medical history or emergency contact and medication/allergy information. These are all benefits of an MAS, especially one monitored by a 24/7 call center. A trained medical operator will assess the level of assistance needed and stay on the line until the issue is resolved. They can call neighbors, friends or family members and relay medical history and medication information to someone on your behalf. This is especially helpful if the senior patient loses consciousness.

Since the 1970s, these systems were designed to work in the home with a landline phone. Now they can be used over cellular networks, which is good for those who no longer have a landline. More important, they allow protection outside the home. They can be especially helpful for users who become disoriented or confused because mobile systems utilize GPS services.

There are benefits to monitored systems, but some people prefer to have a call button that connects to a family member, friend or neighbor.

This option reduces the cost of a monitored system, which include a monthly fee for a dispatch center, as well as minimum commitments or contracts.

The three main types of systems are In-Home, Mobile and RemoteMonitoring. In-home systems are ideal for people who rarely leave the house, but if you maintain an active lifestyle, consider a mobile MAS. Mobile systems go with you when you leave the house. They use GPS technology to pinpoint your exact location and cellular technology to connect you to a response center. Mobile models are usually somewhat larger and heavier than a standard portable help button but are still small enough to be worn as a pendant. The help button initiates a call to the response center, and there is a speaker and microphone for two-way communication. Mobile pendants can also have a fall detection sensor for an additional fee. Remote-Monitoring allows a family member, friend or neighbor to receive text alerts if a front-door camera spots significant movement or a bed sensor detects the senior gets up in the middle of the night. Different types of monitoring devices are available, such as GPS-enabled shoe inserts and sensors that can tell if a stove is left on and unattended. Best Buy has an Assured Living program, which uses sensors to track activities such as opening a refrigerator or medicine cabinet.

Apple Watch Series 4 has watches and pendants that can automatically detect falls and alert emergency responders. Location-tracking devices can monitor movement on foot or in a car to alert a remote monitor that the senior has gone beyond a designated parameter.

Most systems offer no-contract monthly subscriptions, but some require a multi-year commitment. A landline-based in-home system can range in price from around $25 to $35 per month. Cellular in-home subscriptions are $35 to $45 per month. Mobile systems can run as high as $65 to $75 per month. Some services offer daily wellness checks: An agent will call at a specified time to make sure everything is OK and remind you to take your medications.

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According to the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (KCHFS), one in two women and one in four men over age 50 years will have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime. Becoming aware of the latest developments in osteoporosis research can help you enjoy good musculoskeletal health for years to come.

By Jamie Lober, Staff Writer Lifestyle choices can impact your general wellness. Bone density develops throughout the lifetime and peaks in the late 20s, so the earlier you form good habits, the better off you will be. The old belief that carrying extra weight can help build stronger bones no longer holds true. Studies have shown being obese or having type 2 diabetes can lead to an increased risk of low bone density and fractures. Exercise, particularly weight-bearing activities such as jogging or weightlifting, can strengthen bones and prevent the onset of diabetes. Eating a balanced diet, staying active and not smoking are factors you can control, but others may or may not be in your hands, such as age,

being underweight, Caucasian and female, having a family history of fractures and low estrogen and testosterone levels and using steroids and excessive alcohol. Medical conditions such as endocrine diseases or thyroid issues can also decrease bone strength.

An elevated platelet/lymphocyte ratio can serve as an effective biomarker in predicting postmenopausal osteoporosis. Another consideration is mid-arm muscle circumference measurement, especially for older men. The National Osteoporosis Foundation says some medications may cause bone loss and that is inevitable, particularly if you have to take these medications for another condition. Some better- known medications that can cause bone loss include heparin,

For advertising information call 859.368.0778 or email brian@rockpointpublishing.com | March 2020 lithium and aromatase inhibitors as well as anti-seizure medications and proton pump inhibitors. When your doctor prescribes one of these medication, be sure to talk with him or her about how it can affect your bones. Try to take the lowest dose possible that will still be effective for you.

Some environmental factors have been shown to contribute to the development of osteoporosis. Air pollution is a variable that affects bone health; people who experience ambient air pollution from fine particles have lower bone mass levels. The scientific belief is this is due to the oxidative stress and inflammation caused by pollution. While it is old news bad air can create problems for the heart, lungs, eyes, uterus and mental health, it is now known that it can affect bone health as well.

The one thing that has not changed over time is the importance of early diagnosis for a positive outcome. A dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scan, also known as the DEXA scan, is easy and painless and will give a T-score that determines your risk for osteoporosis or bone fractures. The recommendation is all women over age 65 years and men over age 70 years get a DEXA scan. Other individuals who should be screened include postmenopausal women under age 65 years with significant risk factors and men between age 50 and 69 years with risk factors such as a family history of osteoporosis, diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, physical inactivity, a low body mass index, previous fractures, height loss of more than 1 inch and

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Exercise, particularly weight-bearing activities such as jogging or weightlifting, can strengthen bones.

use of tobacco and alcohol. Another simple way to assess where you stand is the FRAX, or Fracture Risk Assessment Tool, which you can find online. It is a 10-year risk assessment for osteoporosis fractures.

There are always new medications hitting the market to combat osteoporosis. Last year, the Food and Drug Administration approved Evenity, an injected therapy developed by Amgen. It is said to build new bone by blocking the effect of a protein called sclerostin, though its use is limited to women at high risk of fracture. Like any drug, this one does come

with risks. You can find new clinical trials to enroll in. These give people options for relief.

Thanks to the advances in medications, people can work alongside their doctors to lead longer, healthier and more productive lives even with osteoporosis.

One interesting report showed a chemical often seen in soaps and hand sanitizers may be increasing the risk of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Triclosan is used to reduce bacteria, but it was recently banned from being included in over-the-counter hand sanitizers, although some products do still contain it.

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HEALTHY BRAIN AGING KEEPING YOUR BRAIN HEALTHY IS IMPORTANT, ESPECIALLY AS WE AGE.

By Eleanor Johnson With aging, it can be normal to have a harder time recalling names. Or you may find yourself forgetting an appointment only to remember it later. Still, you should keep learning new things and creating new memories. Many people may believe dementia is a regular part of aging, but this is untrue. Dementia is atypical brain aging that impedes short-term memory and cognitive function and can prevent patients from living a normal life. People with dementia may forget where they are physically or temporally, have difficulty concentrating and communicating and/or have changes in personality.

Fortunately, there are ways to minimize the risk of dementia, such as living a healthy lifestyle, keeping an active mind and staying social.

Lifestyle: Nutrition and Exercise Living a healthy lifestyle can help prevent dementia. Two of the most important things you can do for healthy brain aging are to eat a balanced diet and exercise. Like the rest of your body, your brain needs a variety of nutrients to function properly. Harvard Medical School recommends eating plenty of green vegetables, fatty fish, berries and walnuts and drinking tea and coffee. If some of these things sound like what your doctor recommends for a healthy heart, do not be too surprised. The heart pumps blood to the brain, so if your heart or blood vessels are clogged, it is also a problem for your brain. In fact, even though your brain is only about 3 percent of your body weight, it uses 20 percent of the oxygen in your blood.

This is a reason exercise is important as well; it keeps your blood flowing and moving throughout your body to disperse needed oxygen. For health benefits, Harvard Health Publishing recommends at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise per day.

An Active Mind is a Healthy Mind A healthy lifestyle is not the only thing you can do to protect yourself from dementia.

Continuing to challenge your mind is shown to decrease dementia risk. Neurons are cells in the brain that send signals to each other and to muscles, tissues and glands for a variety of functions. Neurons communicate with each other in such a way that the more they signal to each other, the stronger their connection becomes. If neurons do not communicate frequently, they may lose this connection. Essentially, neuronal connections operate on a “use it or lose it” system. Challenge your mind to learn new things by solving word puzzles, math problems, reading or taking courses. Mental stimulation that comes with trying new things or activities that require manual dexterity, such as drawing and painting, is also beneficial. By challenging your mind, you will continue to use existing neuronal connections and create new ones, making your brain stronger.

Socializing Provides Brain Benefits Another way to keep your mind active is by socializing with other people. As people age, they sometimes begin to cut themselves off from others. There are a variety of reasons this can happen (i.e. retiring from work, death

of loved ones, lack of energy), but socializing keeps your brain working. That’s not the only benefit: An article from Psychology Today says socializing boosts your immune system and decreases your chance of depression. And people who socialize tend to live longer.

By continuing to live a healthy lifestyle, challenging yourself mentally and maintaining and building relationships, you can keep a sharp mind as you age.

About the Authors:

Ellie Johnson, a graduate student in the Nutritional Sciences and Pharmacology Students Association within the Department of Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences at the University of Kentucky, with faculty advisor Dr. Sara Police, wrote this article.

References • Alzheimer’s Association (2019). 2019 Alzheimer’s disease facts and figures; Alzheimer’s & Dementia, 15:321-387.

• Godman, T. (2018). Regular exercise changes the brain to improve memory, thinking skills.

Harvard Health Publishing. www.health.harvard. edu/blog/regular-exercise-changes-brainimprove-memory-thinking-skills-201404097110 • Harvard Health Publishing. Foods linked to better brain power. www.health.harvard.edu/mindand-mood/foods-linked-to-better-brainpower.

• Troyer, A. (2016). The Health Benefits of Socializing: Four reasons to connect with friends. Psychology Today. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-mild-cognitive-impairment/201606/the-health-benefits-socializing

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THE MOVE FROM PRIMARY TO PERMANENT TEETH: WHAT TO EXPECT

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ew teeth can be exciting, whether you are seeing your little one’s first tooth arrive or a child is getting their first visit from the tooth fairy. However, with new teeth, as with many major childhood milestones, numerous questions may arise. Parents and guardians may have concerns about their child’s oral health.

A child’s first set of teeth are known as the primary or baby teeth.

On average, a child’s first tooth emerges around 6 to 10 months of age.

Typically, the very first tooth is usually one of the bottom front teeth.

Baby teeth arrive in a pattern of lower teeth first, followed by the corresponding top teeth arriving until all 20 baby teeth are present. Most children have all of their baby teeth by age 3.

How do I help my child with discomfort?

Normal signs of teething are inflammation of the gums, disruption in sleep, increased drooling, rubbing of gums, loose stools and loss of appetite. Recommended remedies for these symptoms include providing the infant with cold teething rings, cool wet washcloths and Motrin and Tylenol. While gels that can be used orally or on gums exist to numb the gum area, parents and guardians are advised to avoid using such products due to the risk of the infant developing methemoglobinemia, a rare blood condition that prevents the release of oxygen from the red blood cells to the rest of the body. Before using any medicine, it’s a good idea to review any products, even over-the-counter items, with a physician or dentist prior to administering it to a child.

As children continue to grow, the mouth will increase in size. The first adult or permanent tooth to arrive in the mouth is usually the first permanent molar, lovingly called the six-year molar. The majority of parents and guardians and even children are not aware of this tooth’s presence as it erupts into place behind the last primary molar with no baby teeth being lost prior to its arrival.

Why are these baby teeth still around?

Following the arrival of the permanent molars, the bottom front teeth come in. It is not uncommon for these teeth to come in behind still-present baby teeth, giving a child’s mouth a shark-like appearance. For many children, the baby teeth are loose enough for a child to easily and comfortably wiggle them out, as the roots of baby teeth are typically reabsorbed by the child’s body prior to permanent teeth erupting. However, sometimes children still have a significant amount of baby teeth root remaining.

This may make the baby teeth resistant to loosening and require a dentist’s

assistance to comfortably and safely remove them. Once the baby teeth are no longer in that space, the adult teeth will slowly move forward into their normal position.

An adult tooth and baby tooth present at the same time can also be seen when the premolar arrives in a child’s mouth and pushes a baby molar toward the inside of the mouth, closer to the child’s tongue. This may result in discomfort for a child/pre-teen and may also require the baby tooth to be removed by a dentist.

Why is there a bump?

After a child has lost their front top baby teeth but before their adult teeth arrive, an eruption cyst may form over the area where adult teeth are coming in. This cyst may make the area swell and be a deep red/blue color.

If the child is not experiencing any discomfort and there is no infection present, the cyst can disappear on its own. However, if the child expresses they are in discomfort, a dentist can address this issue by numbing the area and allowing the cyst to drain. It is not uncommon to see eruption cysts arrive in the area where adult molars come in as well.

Are there differences between primary and permanent teeth?

Most individuals will have 28 permanent or adult teeth by the time they reach 14 years of age, an increase from their 20 primary teeth. There are noticeable differences between baby teeth and adult teeth, including size, shape and color. Adult teeth generally appear more yellow than baby teeth because more of a tooth’s structure or dentin is present under the white enamel. In addition to size and color, adult front teeth may have little bumps, called mammelons, along the biting edge. These will be worn down once the teeth have fully erupted in the mouth.

Your dental care provider is your child’s oral health care partner and can address any concerns related to the journey from primary to permanent teeth.

About the Author

Dr. Kelly Dingrando is an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. As a pediatric dentist, her interests are in preventing tooth decay, dental public health issues and educating the next generation of dentists.

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Looking for the best pet care options for the health and wellness of your 4-Legged friends? Then welcome to our “Pet Health” Section, where we will bring you the finest businesses in Central Kentucky that will tend to the care and well-being of our furry loved ones.

In this issue we feature “Uptown Hounds,” an upscale pet resort in downtown Lexington that will pamper your pooch in the way he or she deserves, as well as all the good things that are happening at the Lexington Humane Society.

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ostering is a highly rewarding experience that benefits homeless animals and is fun for you and your family. As a foster parent, you are an invaluable part of the Lexington Humane Society’s (LHS) life-saving team. You make an impact on community animal welfare by directly shaping the future of your foster animals and by helping LHS care for and find forever homes for thousands of animals each year. Last year alone, 1,100 special-case animals were helped through our foster care program … and with your participation, we can help even more.

Why Foster?

Some animals in need of fostering are simply too young for adoption, need extra love and

socialization to become confident family pets or are recovering from a Second Chances program surgical procedure. Fostering gives us the opportunity to provide all these special animals what they need until they are ready to find their forever homes.

Fostering is great for animal lovers who are: • Not quite ready for the lifelong commitment that comes with pet adoption • Empty nesters • Families – fostering is a great way to teach kids about responsible pet ownership, compassion and helping others!

Fostering is also great for anyone looking for a way to truly make a difference in an animal’s life.

What animals need foster care?

• Kittens & puppies under the age of 8 weeks • Moms with nursing litters • Extra TLC animals (on medication, in need of love and socialization) • Long-term residents who could use a break from shelter life What does a foster parent provide?

• Love and kindness – the most important things our animals need are free!

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THEN WELCOME TO UPTOWN HOUNDS’ “MUTT MADNESS”!

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arch in the Bluegrass can only mean one thing: MUTT MADNESS!! (… well, MAYBE two things, if you’re a UK basketball fan, too!)

Yes, at Uptown Hounds, March is about celebrating your bouncing ball of puppy joy, and when it comes to showing your dog who’s No. 1, there’s nothing better than getting into the game and giving your beloved pet an upscale experience at Uptown Hounds.

America’s Uptown Hounds Luxury Resorts was created as an all-inclusive, high-quality, highenergy environment where your four-legged family member can play, primp, relax and stay. And let’s face it — during this month’s drive to crown the champ of the college hardwood — your pooch deserves the best care you can provide when it comes to a place to board them during the day or for an extended period of time.

In other words, welcome to Uptown Hounds during March for the premiere dog care, daycare

and boarding services they affectionately call “Mutt Madness”!

Conveniently located in downtown Lexington near office buildings, the University of Kentucky campus and all the downtown hospitals and healthcare facilities, Uptown Hounds’ guests — pets AND their owners — have a multitude of luxurious amenities to enjoy.

Uptown Hounds features large, plush hotel suites for short- and long-term boarding, private daycare rooms, a top-notch Salon & Spa and a boutique with the finest of toys, treats, food and pet-related merchandise. In addition, extremely large heated indoor and manicured outdoor play areas provide your pooch the most fun and friendly environment possible. (An oversized doggie-only pool is available seasonally, open May 1-Nov. 1.) Moreover, the beautiful marble floors and walls and the upscale fixtures that are part of the facility’s luxurious decor simply reflect the upscale treatment your four-legged member of royalty deserves!

Upon arrival, Concierge Services can help you create a custom long-term boarding or daycare stay for your dog. At check-in you can arrange fetch, belly rubs, gourmet treats and toys from the Boutique, and email postcards. (Professional photographic and custom Fine Art services of your pets are also available upon request — makes a great gift!)

The Daycare Services at Uptown Hounds are considered second to none, with newly expanded weekday hours of 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Monday thru Friday*) to make it more convenient for working owners. Once there, the friendly Pet Services Staff makes sure your MADNESS Continued on Page 12

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dog is well cared for and is having a happy, fun stay with up to three play-time sessions with its new-found friends (grouped by weight and activity level). Individual playtime and extra attention is also offered, as is supervised usage of the popular 30-foot x 50-foot outdoor pool during its seasonal operation. *In addition to weekly Daycare services, a special new weekend Daycare schedule is now available: Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m.5:30 p.m.!

Further, to really get in the game, treat your dog to one of the many “Grooming Packages” that Uptown Hounds’ amazing Salon & Spa has to choose from. In addition to the top-quality bathing and hair-cutting services, further pamper your pooch with toenail polish, toothbrushing and hair coloring. There is nothing better than a fresh, groomed look that will please you and your beloved pet more. Please call to inquire about which Grooming Package option best fits your needs.

Uptown Hounds recognizes that the proper, professional care of your pets is among the most important considerations you have. For anyone wanting to give as much love and special care to your dogs as they give you, this March during “Mutt Madness” please give America’s Uptown Hounds Luxury Resorts a try. Once experienced, you too will declare them the “champs”!

Please visit www.UptownHounds.com or call Guest Services at (859) 255-2275. A new texting service is now available as well. Text any questions or boarding requests to (859) 255-2275. Uptown Hounds is conveniently located just off South Broadway at 466 Angliana Avenue, just a half mile from downtown and a block from The Red Mile. We invite you to take a quick tour of the facility and look forward to welcoming you and your dog as a part of the Uptown Hounds family!

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• Trips back to the shelter to bring your foster in for vaccinations and check-ups as needed • Insight into the animal’s personality to help us at time of adoption How do I sign up?

Go to https://lexingtonhumanesociety.org/node/5855 to complete the foster care application online OR print and complete the foster care application and mail it to: Lexington Humane Society 1600 Old Frankfort Pike Lexington, KY 40504 After receiving the application, our Foster Care Coordinator will reach out to you to explain the program in greater detail.

MARCH 6 TAILS & ALES BEER TASTING

Our annual Tails & Ales event to benefit the Lexington Humane Society animals will be held from 7pm-10pm on Friday, March 6th at The Campbell House. This fun beer-tasting also includes a silent auction, live music by Kenny Owens & Group Therapy, raffles, games and more! Registrants will receive a FREE collectible tasting glass. Dress is business casual. All guests must be at least 21 years of age. Sorry, personal pets are not permitted at this event. Online ticket sales will end at 12pm on Thursday, March 5th.

Tickets will not be sold at the door.

Friday, March 6, 2020 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm The Campbell House, 1375 S Broadway Lexington, KY 40504

MARCH 7 RELEASE EVENT: LHS BOURBON FROM BLUEGRASS DISTILLERS Check this out…Your Lexington Humane Society has partnered with Bluegrass Distillers on a bourbon specifically to benefit the LHS animals! This bourbon is known as the LHS Philanthropy Barrel.

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A new group of antibiotics with a unique approach to attacking bacteria has been discovered. These may help combat antimicrobial resistance, according to researchers at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The new antibiotics blocked infections from drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in mice. Bacteria have a wall around the outside of their cells that give them shape, said study first author Beth Culp, PhD candidate in biochemistry and biomedical sciences at McMaster. “Antibiotics like penicillin kill bacteria by preventing building of the wall, but the antibiotics we found actually work by doing the opposite – they prevent the wall from being broken down,” she said.

“In order for a cell to grow, it has to divide and expand.

If you completely block the breakdown of the wall, it is like it is trapped in a prison and can’t expand or grow.” The discovery comes from a family of antibiotics called glycopeptides that are produced in soil bacteria.

The researchers looked into the family tree of known members of glycopeptides and studied genes lacking known resistance mechanisms, theorizing they killed bacteria differently. “This approach can be applied to other antibiotics and help us discover new ones with different mechanisms of action,” said Culp. “We found one completely new antibiotic in this study, but since then, we’ve found a few others in the same family that have this same new mechanism.” The findings were published in the journal Nature on Feb. 12.

What Makes Bat Viruses So Deadly?

It’s no coincidence that some of the worst viral disease outbreaks in recent years – SARS, MERS, Ebola, Marburg and likely the current 2019-nCoV virus – originated in bats. Bats’ immune systems drive viruses to higher virulence, making them deadlier in humans. A new University of California, Berkeley study finds bats’ fierce immune response to viruses could drive viruses to replicate faster, so when they jump to mammals with average immune systems, such as humans, the viruses wreak deadly havoc. This study of cultured bat cells shows their strong immune responses are constantly primed to respond to viruses. Modeling bat immune systems on a computer, the researchers showed when bat cells quickly release interferon upon infection, other cells wall themselves off. This drives viruses to faster production. While this protects bats from getting infected with high viral loads, it encourages these viruses to reproduce more quickly within a host before a defense can be mounted. This makes bats a unique reservoir of rapidly reproducing and highly transmissible viruses.

The researchers also caution that disrupting bat habitat appears to stress the animals and makes them shed even more virus in their saliva, urine and feces that can infect other animals. Bat One Health explores the link between loss of bat habitat and the spillover of bat viruses into other animals and humans. “The bottom line is that bats are potentially special when it comes to hosting viruses,” said Mike Boots, a disease ecologist and UC Berkeley professor of integrative biology. “It is not random that a lot of these viruses are coming from bats. Bats are not even that closely related to us, so we would not expect them to host many human viruses.

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By Lucy Yanckello and Jessie Hoffman, Ph.D., R.D.

The human body has an internal clockwork called the circadian rhythm. Circadian means “around a day” in Latin and refers to a cycle of about 24 hours. Your circadian rhythm helps control basic physiologic functions, from energy metabolism to the immune system. With a New Year in full stride, many people hope to leave bad eating habits behind. Forget fad diets or cutting out carbs. Instead, take advantage of your internal clock to boost energy metabolism.

During the day, the human body is primed for energy extraction (and use) from food.

However, at night, the body is engineered to rest and repair. Being mindful of when you eat – and

when you do not – can be beneficial to overall health. Recently, eating patterns such as timerestricted feeding (TRF) have become popular.

An important aspect to consider with TRF is that the number of calories are not restricted; instead, the amount of time during the day when calories are consumed is limited. TRF promotes a feeding window of eight to 10 hours each day; during the remaining 14 to 16 hours, you will fast (i.e., consume no food or energy-containing drinks).

Recent research has demonstrated favorable outcomes with this eating pattern, including protection against obesity. In human research studies, TRF with an overnight fast of more than 11 hours caused significant weight changes, with 2-percent weight loss over a two-week period

in men. TRF has also been associated with decreased blood glucose and improvements in cholesterol, thereby reducing type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome risk.

Implementing a feeding/fasting pattern such as TRF can help keep circadian rhythms on track, even if you are jet lagged or deprived of natural sunlight (typical during the winter). In addition, consistent feeding and fasting rhythms contribute to a diverse and healthy gut microbiome (good for the bacteria in your gastrointestinal tract), which is important to keep energy metabolism on track. Remember this is a new field of research; it is always a good idea to speak with a health professional before changing your eating patterns or trying TRF.

GUT HEALTH RECOMMENDATIONS FROM A REGISTERED DIETITIAN

By Jessie Hoffman, Ph.D. There are many gut health fads out there, but strategies to support gut health are actually very simple. To start, beneficial bacteria in the gut thrive off foods we eat that our bodies cannot completely digest. The best example of this is fiber. Dietary fibers are a primary fuel source for bacterial metabolism, helping the beneficial microbes in the gut thrive.

To increase dietary fiber, incorporate more fruits, vegetables and whole grains into your diet.

Additional ways to improve gut health include managing stress and getting enough sleep. When stress increases and sleep is disturbed, it is common to have disruptions in bowel habits. In fact, research has shown a link between stress, sleep and a healthy gut microbiome. Finally, make sure you are eating. Skipping meals can slow down digestion while the body tries to extract all the calories it can from the food it receives.

When this happens, constipation is common and may lead to disruptions of your gut microbiome. Because of this, highly restrictive and/or chronic dieting is not advised.

Use caution if you choose to try intermittent fasting (IF) or TRF. This area of research is still very new and we are still learning about these methods. Becoming restrictive and rigid with eating habits can be harmful to the mental health of some individuals. If you have a history of an eating disorder, intermittent fasting may not be the best idea for you. However, if you are in a good headspace with food and choose to try intermittent fasting, start small by implementing a 12- to 16-hour fast (for example, from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. or 8 p.m. to 12 p.m.).

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References

• Hu, Dandan, et al. Gut flora shift caused by time-restricted feeding might protect the host from metabolic syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer. Translational Cancer Research 7.5 (2018):1282-1289.

• Longo, Valter D., and Satchidananda Panda. Fasting, circadian rhythms and time-restricted feeding in healthy lifespan. Cell Metabolism 23.6 (2016): 1048-1059.

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amily Practice Associates has opened a new location at 615 East Brannon Road. It includes routine primary care services with six to eight providers, along with new services, such as physical therapy.

FPA is excited to introduce Theresa L. Hobson, a physical therapist and director of the physical therapy clinic, which is located on the second floor of FPA’s new office. Physical therapy services will be offered to any FPA patient who needs them. Theresa is a seasoned therapist and is knowledgeable in several treatment approaches and techniques.

She believes in gearing her treatments specifically to the patient’s needs and to abnormal patterns of movement. As a therapist, Theresa has been trained to evaluate and find neuromuscular deficiencies and abnormal movement. She will work with her patients and their providers to determine a plan of care and treatment to restore function.

Physical therapy has many benefits to offer older clients, including helping to improve balance, weakness and flexibility and reduce pain.

“Physical therapy can help with balance and gait. It can help you determine the risks for falls and address those issues,” Theresa said. Other benefits of physical therapy include boosting your mood, building self-confidence and indirectly reducing cognitive decline. It also helps

keep older patients flexible and steady enough to continue performing normal day-to-day activities and to remain as independent as possible, no matter what physical limitations an older client displays.

A physical therapist takes care of patients in all phases of healing, from initial diagnosis all the way through the restorative stages of recovery. Physical therapy may be a standalone option or it may be used in conjunction with other treatments.

Theresa will work closely with your FPA provider to customize a treatment plan that delivers the best possible outcomes. She will ask you what you hope to achieve through therapy. Her goal is also to educate patients about maintaining this improvement through a home exercise/self-care program.

It’s never too late to discover all the good things physical therapy can do for you.

“Whether it be improving balance or helping with chronic disease processes such as weakened bone density, general aging weakness or diabetes, any type of improved mobility will help older patients regardless of what time of life they begin,” Theresa said.

To learn more or schedule an appointment, call Family Practice Associates at (859) 278-5007 or visit the Web site at www.fpalex.com.

ABOUT FAMILY PRACTICE ASSOCIATES OF LEXINGTON TWO LOCATIONS: 1775 Alysheba Way, Ste. 201 and 615 East Brannon Road, Ste. 100 • 859.278.5007 • www.fpalex.com Proudly serving Kentucky for over 35 years, Family Practice Associates of Lexington is a group of primary care providers who are dedicated to giving family-centered care from birth to later years.

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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) The “gold standard” mindfulness program worldwide. Relax the body, quiet the mind, open the heart. 8 week course on Mondays 6:00-8:30 PM. Orientation April 6th. Learn to promote resilience, prevent burnout, cultivate compassion and manage stressrelated chronic conditions.

Instructor: John A. Patterson MD, MSPH, FAAFP. Mind Body Studio 517 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 859-373-0033. Full details at www.mindbodystudio.org/?page_ id=1262. UK Wellness Program offers deep discount for UK employees, retirees and spouses.

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Every Monday at 11:00am Attending this group will give birth parents a time and safe place to feel supported and be in community during their postpartum time journeys.

Those who join will be in attendance to each other and to themselves as we exchange ways to care for our own bodies, our emotions, our babies, and our partnerships. Babies of all ages and stages are welcome. Come with or without your baby/babies and don’t fret if you arrive late. Donations-based class.

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Wednesdays Mindfulness and Tuesday/Friday Gentle Community Yoga w/ Relaxation for Health Every Tuesday and Friday at 10:30am-11:30am at Centered Studio, 309 N. Ashland Ave. Suite 180 in Lexington. This weekly restorative class integrates gentle yoga, breathing techniques, meditation and wellness tips for all ages and levels of physical condition. Classes may include chair yoga, restorative,

Mondays Mindfulness Meditation with Brent Oliver

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April 18 A Day of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) for Body, Mind and Heart 9AM-4PM Relax the body, quiet the mind and open the heart. Promote resilience, manage stress and prevent burnout. Mobilize your own inner resources for healing.

Learn mind-body skills for managing stress-related chronic conditions. Facilitator: John A. Patterson MD, MSPH, FAAFP Mind Body Studio 517 Southland Drive Lexington. Pre-registration required by calling 859-3730033 and emailing john@ mindbodystudio.org. Full details at http://www.mindbodystudio. org/?page_id=1020. UK Wellness Program offers discount for UK employees, retirees and spouses.

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By Tanya Tyler, Editor Health&Wellness Still looking for new fruits to try in the new year? Put jackfruit on your list.

Also known as jak or nangka, jackfruit is a member of the fig, mulberry and breadfruit family. It is native to Sri Lanka and India, where it was first cultivated about 6,000 years ago but is nowadays regarded with disdain as a poor person’s fruit. The jackfruit tree has hundreds of individual flowers and fleshy petals. As the largest tree-borne fruit, one jackfruit can weigh as much as 80 pounds and be 35 inches long.

The Jackfruit Company (www.thejackfruitcompany.com) says a single jackfruit tree yields two to three tons of fruit each year. There are two varieties of jackfruit, varikka and koozha. They are distinguished by the characteristics of their flesh. The varikka variety has a slightly hard inner flesh when ripe, and the inner flesh of the ripe koozha is soft. Jackfruit is the national fruit of Bangladesh. It also grows in Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia. The tree’s bark has an orange color that was traditionally used as a dye for monks’ robes.

With a sweet, fruity aroma, reminiscent of pineapple, mango and banana, jackfruit is delicious and very versatile. It is eaten raw out of hand or cooked in dishes such as stew or curry.

The traditional Southern India breakfast dish called idlis combines jackfruit and rice wrapped in jackfruit leaves. The juice is used in various drinks, and the edible seeds are either boiled or roasted with salt and hot chilies. The seeds are doubly nutritious because they contain potassium, calcium and iron. They are also ground

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into flour. Jackfruit candy is made by grinding jackfruit into a paste, spreading it over a mat and letting it dry in the sun. Another popular treat is sliced jackfruit mixed with shaved ice.

Jackfruit has been described as a main meal and dessert all rolled into one. It’s also a good source of dietary fiber and is sometimes used as a substitute for meat.

Jackfruit is quite nutritious. It is high in magnesium, vitamins A, C and B6, antioxidants and other cancer-fighting phytonutrients, including lignans, isoflavones and saponins. Jackfruit contains no saturated fat or cholesterol and is low in sodium and calories. Some of its healthy benefits include an ability to enhance immunity, fight free radicals and improve digestion. One cup of jackfruit contains 15 percent of the daily recommended value of magnesium. Magnesium is important because it helps reduce the risk of

high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease, while helping the body build strong bones. In addition, one serving of jackfruit contains about 6 percent of the recommended daily allowance of calcium, making it a great resource to help stave off osteoporosis. So jack up your adventurous palate and give jackfruit a try. Because of its size, abundance and ability to grow in tropical climates, jackfruit may one day become a food staple around the world. You will most likely find it in an Asian supermarket or at Whole Foods.

Sources and Resources

• Dr. Axe (www.dr.axe.com) • Eating Well (www.eatingwell.com) • The Jackfruit Company (www.thejackfruitcompany.com)

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Changing Diet As You Age Can Improve Memory

Algae for Improved Gastrointestinal Health

Memory loss is one of the main and early symptoms of dementia. People living with dementia have on average between two and eight conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and hypertension. These conditions may accelerate cognitive and functional impairment. Researchers at the University of Technology (UTS) in Sydney, Australia, have found strong evidence of a link between food groups and memory loss and its related health issues. UTS researcher Dr. Luna Xu studied data from 139,000 older Australians and found high consumption of fruit and vegetables was linked to lowered risk of memory loss and heart disease. High consumption of protein-rich foods was associated with better memory.

Xu also found the link between food groups and memory status varies among different older age groups. People aged 80 years and older with a low consumption of cereals are at highest risk of memory loss and heart disease. Xu says the study shows the need for age-specific healthy dietary guidelines. The results were published in the International Journal of Public Health in February.

A widespread, fast-growing, single-celled organism called Chlamydomonas reinhardtii has been the subject of research topics ranging from algae-based biofuels to plant evolution. In fact, it’s the most exhaustively studied algae, although it has not yet been studied for its potential consumption benefits. A firstof-its-kind study tested this green algae on symptoms related to human digestion. It was found to be helpful in improving irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms of diarrhea, gas and bloating. The researchers tested the algae on human volunteers, including those with IBS symptoms. Volunteers consumed powdered C. reinhardtii biomass daily and reported their gastrointestinal health for a month. Results showed the participants reported significantly less bowel discomfort and diarrhea, gas and bloating and more regular bowel movements. The volunteers sent stool samples to the American Gut Project to assess any changes in their microbiomes. The results indicated the gut microbiome composition remained diverse and no significant changes occurred during the study as a result of consuming the algae. The researchers say more testing with larger group participants across longer times is needed. The researchers concluded in their paper published in the Journal of Functional Foods on Jan. 27 that “the addition of C. reinhardtii into the diet will not only add nutritional value but may also relieve some gastrointestinal symptoms of certain individuals.”

Ketogenic Diet Helps Combat Flu A high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet such as the keto regimen may help combat the flu virus. Mice fed a ketogenic diet were better able to ward off the flu virus than mice fed food high in carbohydrates, according to researchers at Yale University. The ketogenic diet of meat, fish, poultry and non-starchy vegetables activates a subset of T cells in the lungs not previously associated with the immune system’s response to influenza, enhancing mucus production from airway cells that can effectively trap the virus. “This was a totally unexpected finding,” said co-senior author Akiko Iwasaki, professor of immunobiology and molecular, cellular and developmental biology and investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Trainees in Iwasaki’s lab found immune system activators called inflammasomes can cause harmful immune system responses. The researchers tried feeding mice the keto diet because other research showed keto diets blocked inflammasome formation. Mice fed a keto diet and infected with the influenza virus had a higher survival rate than mice on a high-carb diet. The diet triggered the release of gamma delta T cells, immune system cells that produce mucus in the cell linings of the lungs; the highcarb diet did not. “This study shows that the way the body burns fat to produce ketone bodies from the food we eat can fuel the immune system to fight flu infection,” said co-senior author Visha Deep Dixit, one of the trainees with the initial idea. The results were published in the journal Science Immunology on Nov. 15.

The ketogenic diet of meat, fish, poultry and non-starchy vegetables activates a subset of T cells in the lungs.

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OPTIMISM IS GOOD MEDICINE We are experiencing an epidemic of stress in America...

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urveys show increasing levels of anxiety, depression, loneliness, substance abuse and suicide. Optimism can help you fill your cup, promote resilience, prevent burnout and perhaps save your life – and you can cultivate it.

What is Resilience?

The American Psychological Association (APA) describes resilience as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress, such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems or workplace and financial stressors. It means bouncing back from difficult experiences.” The APA says resilience is ordinary, not extraordinary. “People commonly demonstrate resilience. Being resilient does not mean a person doesn’t experience difficulty or distress. In fact, the road to resilience is likely to involve considerable emotional distress.

Resilience is not a trait people either have or do not have. It involves behaviors, thoughts and actions that can be learned and developed in anyone.”1 Resilience is an internal resource for managing stress, preventing burnout and recovering from compassion fatigue, emotional numbness and psychospiritual exhaustion. It helps us rebalance when we live our lives disconnected from joy, meaning, purpose, values, belief and faith.

Resilience is determined by the way we explain events to ourselves – our explanatory style.

What is Optimism?

A positive explanatory style is the most important determinant of resilience.2 Are you a “cup half full” person or a “cup half empty” person? Your explanatory style involves the mental processing of life events, assigning meaning

to them and assessing them as threats/dangers or challenges/ opportunities. The words and images in our heads affect our stress levels. An optimistic explanatory style is related to far greater resilience and much less stress than a pessimistic explanatory style.

Optimists are more successful in school, at work and in athletics.

They are healthier and live longer.

They are more satisfied with their marriages and less likely to suffer from depression and anxiety.

And rather than thinking it is a static trait you are born with, you can learn to grow optimism – increasing your resilience, health, well being and fulfillment in relationships. One way to grow optimism is through the practice of imagining your best possible self.3 Best Possible Self Exercise.

Allow 10-15 minutes for this practice. Think about how your life would look in your best possible future (say in the next 10 years).

Imagine that you have reached your goals, everything has gone as well as it possibly and feasibly could. Use vivid images of scenes with as much detail as possible.

Perhaps you have reached the pinnacle of your dream career, you have loving relationships, great friends and family and good health.

Think of this as the realization of the best possible life you could ever hope for yourself.

Then, for 10 minutes, write about what you imagined. Use these instructions: 1. Be as creative and imaginative as possible.

2. Use whatever writing style you wish, writing without stopping or analyzing, erasing or editing.

Just write what you imagined.

3. Don’t worry about grammar and spelling.

4. Be specific. It will increase the effectiveness of the exercise. For instance, imagine the precise

Are you a “cup half full” person or a “cup half empty” person?

nature of your future work or your relationships in as much detail as possible.

5. Then allow yourself to really savor and relish this experience.

Know this future self is possible and that you deserve it.

We are all affected by stress. An optimistic, positive explanatory style promotes resilience and helps you manage that stress wisely. Practicing your Best Possible Self exercise may be a useful tool for your personal self-care and stress-survival toolkit.

Starting with yourself, you can then teach your children, students, clients and patients to do the same.

Resources

1. The Road to Resilience. American Psychological Association www.apa.org/helpcenter/roadresilience 2. Seligman, Martin, Ph.D. Learned Optimism https://positivepsychologyprogram. com/learned-optimism/

3. Picture Your Best Possible Self www.mindful.org/how-to-fosteroptimism/

About the Author: Dr. Patterson chairs the Lexington Medical Society’s Physician Wellness Commission, is past president of the Kentucky Academy of Family Physicians, is board certified in family medicine and integrative holistic medicine and is a certified Physician Coach. He teaches mindfulness for the UK Health and Wellness Program, Saybrook College of Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences (Pasadena) and the Center for Mind Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.). He owns Mind Body Studio in Lexington, where he offers integrative mind-body medicine consultations and classes, specializing in mindfulness for stress-related chronic conditions and burnout prevention. He can be reached through his website at www. mindbodystudio.org.

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