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Lake County Offers Unconventional Ways To Exercise

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Beverages

Ranked From Best To Worst For Your Health pg 16

Get Organized!

Maximize Your Closet Space With These Simple Tips pg 10

Eat Right

Check Out This Tasty Lowfat Recipe Of The Month pg 25

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Home Design — Organizing the Closet:

Getting organized will be a top resolution for many in 2013, and cleaning out the closet often is a main priority. Professional organizers from Purple Durple Organizers in Beach Park, Organize Now in Barrington and Cops Closet in Grayslake offer pointers to manage closet space effectively.

From The Vine To Townline: What exactly makes red wine a possible “healthy” adult beverage? Gints Brencis of DiCarlo Fine Wine and Spirits in Mundelein shares his thoughts — backed by medical studies — regarding the benefits of reds.

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If you had to choose the healthiest beverage available to you in a particular moment, would you choose the best or the worst? Local health experts provide a hierarchy of eight drinks, and you may be surprised what lies toward the bottom of the list.

18 How do you treat the common cold? Dr. Riley Minster, a pediatrician at Lake Shore Pediatrics in Lake Forest, Libertyville and Barrington, and Dr. Anuj Lal, a primary care doctor at Elm Place Medical Group, which serves Lake Forest and Highland Park, share their expertise for staying healthy through cold and flu season.

20 On The Cover: A popular New Year’s resolution for many will be to get in shape in 2013. But if traditional gym workouts don’t seem appealing, what can you do? Try some of these unconventional methods of fitness, including jump aerobics at Jump America in Gurnee; boxing and kickboxing at Lake County Athletic and Boxing Club in Libertyville; or classes at Orinoco Fitness in Libertyville, which showcases the beauty of Venezuela and South American waterfalls.

25 N e w !Lowfat Recipe Of The Month: We kickstart this new three-month series with a healthy recipe from Chef Robin Nathan, who teaches cooking classes at Someone’s in the Kitchen in Libertyville.

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Fashion & Beauty

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How important is it to stay up to date on computer technology? Representatives from Computer Systems Institute in Gurnee and the College of Lake County say it’s essential in today’s workforce and discuss various ways adults and kids can get acclimated to modern systems.

Write This Down: Michelle Stien, a stay-at-home mother of two, offers five tips for getting in the mood to get in shape.

Tess Roering, vice president of marketing at Athleta

What exactly are organic facials, and what benefits do they have for your skin? Find out the answers from estheticians at Mariola’s Organic Spa and Retreat in Long Grove and Karma Salon and Spa in Grayslake.

If you’re making the move to get into shape, you probably want to look good doing so! Check out the latest in women’s athletic wear from Athleta.

Out & About

Social Life: The Mothers Trust Foundation recently hosted its annual Betty Ball to raise money to benefit children in need in Lake County. Experience the event through photos.

36 Calendar: The new year is the time to try something different or find a new hobby. Take a look at our calendar of arts and events to find a show, event or family activity that piques your interest.

39 e w ! Artist Showcase: We debut our new monthly N Artist Showcase feature with a photograph taken by Mundelein resident Bill Jackel. Check back each month to view artwork created by a different local artist.

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from the editor

Work It Out!

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like to think that I’m a jill-of-alltrades when it comes to trying new sports and enjoying different hobbies. With that said, there are dozens of items on my bucket list that I have yet to explore — adventure races, rock climbing, a triathlon ... and the list goes on.

Still, I have tried many different exercise and fitness classes over the years and enjoyed them immensely. I’ve simply liked being active, and I thank my parents for getting me involved early on in dance and sports.

I was a four-year, three-sport athlete in high school, so when I hit college and became worried that I wouldn’t be exercising daily, I automatically signed up for several intramural sports to keep myself in shape. I also hit the weight room frequently — since it was free to students — and I even took tap dancing as an elective class as a junior. I liked it so much, I took it again my senior year, even though I didn’t need the credit. The combination of those activities kept me in the best shape of my life.

After I graduated, however, I knew I’d have to stay on top of my fitness because I wouldn’t a) be walking or riding my bike to class, b) have the time to visit a gym during the middle of the day in between classes, or c) have multiple sports leagues available at one nearby location. So, weeks after graduation, one of my closest friends and I enrolled in a summer tap class at a nearby studio and, because we thought it would be fun, we joined a hip hop dance class, too. Our egos took a little hit after we realized our instructor was a senior in high school, but we have many fond memories of that summer.

In fact, I liked the hip hop class so much, I found a hip hop class close to home just a few years ago and participated in an end-of-theyear recital, which brought back memories of the recitals I performed in as a young girl.

Then, I found Zumba classes at my local park district and fell in love with the rhythms and dances that were fun and made me feel like I wasn’t really working out at all. And a friend invited me to play in a co-ed softball league that, while it probably provided more entertainment than exercise,

kept me busy for a few summers.

But recently, for the first time in my adult life, I haven’t been enrolled in any fitness class or been a member of any sports team. In fact, because my husband and I were planning to move this past year, I let my gym membership expire. The lack of exercise in my life has been taking its toll — and quite frankly, I’m sick of it.

That’s why I’ve had such a great time putting together our January issue, which focuses on exercising, healthy living and healthy eating. It’s given me some great ideas of ways to get back into a healthy lifestyle.

Our cover story takes a look at some of the new and/or unconventional methods of exercising that are available in Lake County (page 20). I personally wanted to jump right in (no pun intended … or was it?) when I saw our cover model, Dorothy Schultz-Howard, start working with her jump aerobics class at Jump America in Gurnee. It looked like a fantastically fun workout. And the stories of boxing lessons available at Lake County Boxing Club in Libertyville — plus the opportunity to exercise in a fitness studio that showcases the beauty of Venezuela at Orinoco Fitness in Libertyville — are equally appealing in my mind. You’ll have to be the judge for yourself.

We also are embarking on a three-month Lowfat Recipe Of The Month series in which we’ll showcase a different recipe by a local chef to help you on your road to healthy eating (page 25).

Don’t miss our story about the hierarchy of everyday beverages, in which local health experts rate the best — and worst — drinks available today (page 16).

And, for those of you who like to look good while you get all hot and sweaty, we’ve got some fashionable — and technologically savvy — winter workout outfits, complements of Athleta (page 32).

I’m looking to get back on track in 2013, and I hope that if you’re planning to do the same, you find some great ideas in the following pages!

Blessings to you and yours!

— Stephanie N. Grimoldby Editor

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On The Cover Pictured on the cover is Dorothy Schultz-Howard, 47, a jump aerobics instructor at Jump America in Gurnee.

For more unconventional ways to stay fit, see page 20.

Photo by Melissa Emory Hair and makeup by Alex and Renee, respectively, of Mario Tricoci Hair Salons and Day Spas in Libertyville

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When You Need Some SPACE How To Organize Your Closet

I By LAUREN LYNCH I With the ink barely dry on the long lists of New Year’s resolutions this year, Lake County residents can put their best foot forward without spending hours shuffling through their closets in search of a matching pair of shoes.

“Getting organized is one of the top resolutions people make each year,” says Randy Wickstrom, the sole proprietor of Purple Durple Organizers, based in Beach Park.

Since 2005, Wickstrom has been rearranging shelves and adding storage containers to a variety of closets in homes anywhere between

LEARN HOW TO ORGANIZE

Clare Mantelman, a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, teaches courses on organizing at McHenry County College and Elgin Community College that offer insider tips on keeping areas clean. Her courses are taught as a series (12 hours total) over a four-day period. Her next session will take place March 8, 9, 16 and 17 at MCC. For more information, visit mchenry.edu or call 815-455-8588.

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Milwaukee and Chicago.

“It’s all about time management,” he says, adding that each person is unique as to how they manage their space. “I find out who they are and how they live.”

Having spent more than 25 years in the hospitality management industry, Wickstrom has been recognized by friends for his “innate ability” to be efficient and organized.

A graduate of the College of Lake County — where he currently teaches organization courses as part of the college’s personal enrichment program and small business development center — Wickstrom enrolled in some courses through the National Association of Professional Organizers.

During his studies, he stumbled across an acronym that he lives by from the book “Organizing from the Inside Out” by Julie Morgenstern.

“The acronym SPACE is the step-by-step plan to organizing,” he says. “The S refers to sorting and categorizing; the P means purge unwanted clothing; A is for assigning items to their specific spots in the shelf based on colors, season, etc.; C advises people to containerize their items; and E is perhaps the most important point — equalizing and maintaining the space by avoiding procrastination.”

Simple, economical tips like placing a coat rack in the hall or utilizing a standard shoe bag to be a miscellaneous holder also can keep

clutter at bay.

The main key, Wickstrom advises, is to really take the time to identify each article of clothing inside the closet and think to yourself, “Would I still wear that?” If not, it should be placed in a donation box to be surrendered.

“Many people forget that their shape changes,” says Clare Mantelman, owner of Organize Now, a home and office organization 5 (Above) Clare Mantelman, owner of Organize Now, holds up a basket with camis stored in her closet at her home. Leggings and workout clothes are also stored in baskets.

6 (Below) Featured is the bedroom closet of Mantelman’s son Scott, 17. Mantelman made the room more spacious by moving his dresser into the closet.

company based in Barrington that has been operating since 2004.

“Every piece of clothing you put on your body should make you feel beautiful,” she says. “By taking everything off the hanger and either donating it or retrying it on can often eliminate ill-fitting garments in minutes.”

To prevent any distractions that could lead to procrastination, she suggests keeping large garbage bags, a glass of water and the phone all within arm’s reach in the room that needs organization.

“It’s easy to walk away from the job when the phone rings or you get thirsty,” Mantelman says.

As for her favorite organizing tool, Mantelman uses a double rack — which can be purchased at either The Container Store or Target — in the closet to maximize space.

If that doesn’t work, she’ll adjust the top shelf just a couple of feet so that items don’t hang on the floor.

“It’s all about functionality,” she says regarding the planning of each design layout for her clients. “There’s a purpose to everything.”

Owner of the family-run business Cops Closets in Grayslake, Scott McCloud has kept even the most cramped spaces functional down to the very square inch of space left.

“No closet is ever too small,” he says confidently.

He recalls working with a client that owned 200 pairs of shoes she couldn’t part with. In order to keep them condensed in one spot — which was a closet the client was convinced could not hold all of the shoes — the designer arranged them in clear storage bins available at Walmart or The Container Store and stacked them on the shelves, making it easy for

his client to see what pair was where without opening a lid.

“A lot of people are surprised what we could do to a closet,” he says.

According to Wickstrom, thinking outside the box itself may offer solutions when working with a tiny closet space.

“I like to hang hooks inside the closet for purses or backpacks,” he says. “Or, I’ll install a shelf [near the] top of the closet.”

Regardless of its size, McCloud emphasizes that a closet is beneficial not only for an individual’s lifestyle, but also their investments.

5 A section of Clare Mantelman’s husband Jeffrey's closet features shelves because he likes to have his clothes folded.

Photos by CANDACE H. JOHNSON

3 Hooks help alleviate space issues in closets.

“An organized closet also adds to the resale value of a home,” he says. “When someone comes into a home and sees their dream closet already present, it’s an added value. That, along with being an upgraded closet, adds to the value of the home as well, much like a redone kitchen adds value to a home.”

Sometimes, the real challenge local organizers face isn’t the act of digging through clothes or installing additional racks, but maintaining order months after a closet makeover.

Like a doctor prescribing medication, Wickstrom recites the words he lives by that have proven to be the healing aid to anyone down with the clutter blues.

“Always put things back when you’re done using it,” he says. “It takes only 30 seconds to do, and it’ll save you the time now than figuring it out for a half hour later in the evening.” lc

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From The Vine To Townline with Gints Brencis

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From The Vine To Townline

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Join Gints Brencis of DiCarlo Fine Wine and Spirits in Mundelein every month in Lake County Magazine for his wine column called“From The Vine To Townline.”

Gints Brencis is director of fine wines at DiCarlo Fine Wine and Spirits on Townline Road in Mundelein. He offers his expertise in the wine industry to the Lake County Community.

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OUT to EAT Lake County Magazine’s REsTAURAnT GUidE Planning on dining out? We recommend that you try one of these fabulous restaurants! They are the best places to dine in the Lake County area.

TraTToria Pomigliano 602 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, 847-247-2208 Trattoria Pomigliano is located at the corner of Milwaukee Ave and School Street in Historic downtown Libertyville, with its casual attire atmosphere this is the restaurant to try for lunch or dinner. Our restaurant is children friendly with a complete childs menu. We offer sit-down, carryout, and catering service, a full bar as well as private parties.

We are available for showers, weddings, birthdays, graduations, confirmation, rehearsal dinners and your other special events. Come stop by and see out new bar....

New bar hours, new appetizers and new entertainment! Try one of our “main street Martinis” and check out the outside patio.

Come and enjoy with us “Italian style”!

Mambo Italiano Ristorante

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with cherry port sauce, house salad and white chocolate mousse tower, just a few of the many creations that Chef David creates at his wonderful restaurant!

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HiTz Pizza & SPorTS Bar 700 S. Butterfield Rd, Mundelein, 847-362-0505, www.Hitzpizza.com

mamBo iTaliano riSToranTE, 748 S. Butterfield Rd., Mundelein, 847-281-9100 www.themamboitaliano.com The Mambo Italiano Ristorante is family owned and operated for the past 7 years, the restaurant strives to provide a taste of new world yet authentic Italian cuisine, enjoy friendly service and genuine Italian dishes.

Mambo Italiano has a full bar & wine selection, offers nightly dinner specials, all homemade pastas, fresh fish daily, steaks, and many more dishes to choose from. They offer full catering for all of your special events and welcome private parties and has delivery service. With its friendly staff ready to wait on you and open 7 days a week Mambo Italiano is definitely the place to check out and enjoy your dining experience.

Drop in to Hitz Pizza & Sports bar for our unforgettable food and great times with your family and friends.

After all....We’re your neighborhood’s favorite restaurant.

We offer friendly and casual dining atmosphere you and your friends are sure to enjoy. Our menu offers an inspired array of delicious selections made with the freshest ingredients for you to choose from.

In addition to our delicious menu we offer live entertainment to help make your night an experience you won’t forget. Breakfast buffet on Sundays from 9-11 and serving the BEST bloody Marys in Lake County..... and the BEST prices!!

Watch your favorite NFL game here on one of our 17 TV’s or let us cater your party with one of our many catering packages available. Stop on into Hitz Pizza & Sports Bar today and check it out...... Bring your friends!

DaviDS BiSTro 883 Main St., Antioch, 847-603-1196 www.davidsbistro.com After enjoying a stroll through Antioch’s downtown stop by David’s Bistro a contemporary American eatery to fill any appetite. Owner and Chef David Maish offers many spectacular dishes from his homemade soups, appetizers and wonderful entrees including daily specials. David’s Bistro opens at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday-Sunday and stays open until David kicks you out...nicely of course.

home & lifestyle

Salud!

Wine and health have been a topic of considerable discussion and research for decades.

Moderate red wine consumption has long been thought of as being heart healthy and has had a long history of medical uses. In its early days, it was used as a cure for a wide range of ailments, a safe alternative to drinking water, an antiseptic for treating wounds and a digestive aid, along with myriad other medical applications. Ancient Egyptian papyri and Sumerian tablets dating back to 2200 B.C. detail the medicinal role of wine, making it the world’s oldest documented man-made medicine.

In 1991, the news broadcast “60 Minutes” aired an episode on the so-called “French Paradox,” causing the medical community to begin re-evaluating the role of moderate wine consumption in health. The “French Paradox” is the observation that French people suffer a relatively low incidence of heart disease, despite having a diet relatively rich in saturated fats. This broadcast, with the assumption that red wine decreases the incidence of cardiac disease, caused the consumption of red wine to increase 44 percent, and some wine retailers began promoting their products as “health food.”

According to data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the average French person eats four times more butter, 60 percent more cheese and nearly three times more pork as the average American. However, the British Heart Foundation found that the rates of death from coronary heart disease among males aged 35 to 74 years were 115 per 100,000 people in the U.S., but only 83 per 100,000 in France (according to data from 1999). It has been suggested that France’s high red wine consumption is a primary factor in the trend.

Red wine contains antioxidants called polyphenols, which are thought to help protect the lining of blood vessels in your heart. These polyphenols have the potential to overcome free radicals that routinely cause cellular damage, which is a root cause of various forms of cancer and heart disease. A specific polyphenol called resveratrol is the one substance in red wine that’s received the most attention.

Research suggests that resveratrol may be able to fight off viruses, according to an Italian study. While the chemical has shown to have anti-viral properties in previous studies, this new work shows that it appears to prevent virus replication at the cellular level. The study, published in the 2009 July issue of the Journal of Experimental and Clinical Cancer Research, found that the polyomavirus is unable to infect a cell for the purpose of replication, if resveratrol was present.

The inhalation of smoke, especially from cigarettes, is a leading cause of lung cancer. Research on lung cells in a lab, however, showed a glass or two of red wine may help LakeCountyMagazine.com

prevent the disease. In this study, set for publication in the International Journal of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, resveratrol did not chemically remove free radicals but instead protected caspases, which are enzymes that kill off precancerous cells in the process of keeping lung tissue healthy.

Furthermore, past studies have found that resveratrol helps reduce inflammation of arteries. To this point, a paper published in the 2010 July issue of the American Journal of Pathology found the chemical lowers abnormal blood-vessel growth in the eye, thereby reducing symptoms associated with the leading causes of blindness.

Another study published in June 2011 in the American Journal of Physiology reported that diabetic rats that consumed resveratrol experienced a restoration in brain function, while a team of Dutch scientists has found that resveratrol can aid the metabolism of overweight men, improving their health and possibly extending their lives. The National Institutes of Health offered additional evidence that the chemical may protect against type 2 diabetes.

Most recently, it was found that resveratrol may help reduce the risk of falls among the elderly, according to a report presented at the National Meeting and Exposition of the American Chemical Society. The study, conducted at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, found that older lab mice grew more coordinated when resveratrol was included in their diet and that nerve tissue resisted the effects of age.

Although empirical data on resveratrol is in its infancy, history has shown a distinct correlation between red wine and its health benefits. With this in mind, raise a glass of your favorite resveratrol-filled red and toast a prosperous and healthy new year! Cheers! lc

From The Vine To Townline with Gints Brencis

• Gints Brencis is director of fine wines at DiCarlo Fine Wine and Spirits on Townline Road in Mundelein. He offers his expertise in the wine industry to the Lake County community.

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After New Year’s Eve, drinks may be the last thing on your mind.

However, there’s not a better time than a new year to upgrade your beverage bill of fare.

Everyone with a pulse knows that water leads the list of healthy drinks, but it’s not easy to down seven to eight glasses of the lackluster liquid every day, not to mention incessant trips to the restroom.

Let’s go beyond advertisements, television commercials and press releases to get the low down on liquids. From awful to awesome, here’s our hierarchy of drinks!

Worst

SOFT DRINkS

Whether you call it soda or pop, don’t call it your drink of choice. According to Erin Chamerlik, founder of Get Better Wellness — a holistic nutrition education company in Antioch — whether diet or regular, they’re bad news.

“They are both equally bad, and their healthdamaging properties are noteworthy,” she says, noting that soda is the No. 1 source of calories in the American diet.

But, “diet” means no or low calories, right?

“A few studies published in 2011 showed that consuming just two diet sodas a day is associated with 500 percent greater increase in waist

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circumference than those who drink no diet soda, and diet soda drinkers also have a higher risk for heart attack, diabetes and stroke,” Chamerlik says.

Chamerlik, who holds a Masters of Science degree in holistic nutrition education, an undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin, and is board-certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology, is bothered by artificial sweeteners like aspartame. She says the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has received more complaints about adverse reactions from this chemical than any other food additive.

“Aspartame is called an excitotoxin because it excites brain cells to death,” she says. “It is well known that aspartame will break down in the body and form formaldehyde, a carcinogenic substance.”

Regular soda is sweetened by high fructose corn syrup, a highly refined sweetener that is being made from genetically modified corn.

“This high intake of fructose is associated with the rise in obesity, fatty liver disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension and heart disease,” she says.

The worst of the lot?

“In my opinion, Mountain Dew is one of the worst soft drinks because it contains more caffeine, more genetically modified high fructose corn syrup and has a nasty ingredient called brominated vegetable oil [or BVO], which wrecks your thyroid by competing with iodine needed to make thyroid hormones,” she says. “BVO is also found in Fanta

Orange, Sunkist Pineapple, Squirt, Fresca Original Citrus, some Gatorade, some Powerade and other citrus-flavored drinks.”

ENERGY DRINkS

Teeth grinding and an inability to fall asleep at bed time aren’t the only hazards of over indulging in energy drinks.

There have been recent reports of 13 deaths during the last four years that cited 5-hour Energy, a highly caffeinated energy drink, as a possible culprit, according to FDA records and the New York Times.

Registered dietitian Cathy Goldufsky of Portrait Health Centers in Bannockburn weighs in, too.

“Energy drinks, such as Red Bull, Rock Star and Monster, contain about 120 milligrams caffeine for every 12 ounces,” she says. “Some energy drinks contain more, such as 5-hour Energy, which contains 207 milligrams caffeine for every 2 ounces.

Caffeine provides a stimulant effect, which can lead to increased heart rate and increased blood pressure. They also contribute calories and sugar similar to regular soft drinks.”

SPORTS DRINkS

Sports drinks, such as Gatorade and Powerade, were designed to rehydrate the body during and after physical activity, replenishing electrolytes, sodium and potassium, which play a vital LakeCountyMagazine.com

role in fluid balance and are lost in sweat.

“The rest of the beverage is water and pure table sugar, providing no further benefit to the body,” Goldufsky says. “When possible, choose lower calorie versions of these drinks.”

COFFEE

The ubiquitous paper cup has become the adult version of a toddler’s sippy cup with much more stimulating contents.

Where does the morning cup of Joe lie on the scale of beverages?

“Coffee is calorie free before adding the cream and sugar, but it contains significantly more caffeine than diet soft drinks and tea,” Goldufsky says. “One cup of generic brewed coffee contains anywhere between 95 and 200 milligrams of caffeine. One cup of generic brewed decaffeinated coffee contains between 2 and 12 milligrams.

Therefore, decaffeinated coffee is a better choice than caffeinated coffee. However, if you are one that relies on that morning kick, drinking two to four cups of coffee per day is a safe amount.”

Chamerlik suggests coffee drinkers try something called Dandy Blend — a nutritious, gluten-free coffee alternative made from roasted roots of dandelion, chicory and beets and the grains of barley and rye.

“This delicious beverage can be consumed hot or cold,” she says.

TEA

Tea drinking, when considered worldwide, is even more of a phenomenon than that of coffee, having been consumed in the east for some 4,500 years with ceremonies and customs developed around it.

True teas include green, black, white and oolong and are made from the tea bush Camellia sinensis.

“Herbal teas” are combinations of flowers, spices, herbs, leaves, seeds, bark, fruits and plant roots.

Can billions of tea drinkers over thousands of years be wrong?

Goldufsky says “nope.”

“Both true tea and herbal tea can provide many benefits,” she says.

“Many teas contain antioxidants, which protect the body from free radicals that may cause cancer.

Tea is calorie

free and comes in many different flavors.”

Chamerlik concurs.

“Herbal tea, green tea and white tea are good choices, hot or cold. Brew tea, chill and serve over ice and sweeten with stevia or raw honey if desired.”

She nixes traditional southern “sweet tea,” though, because it is loaded with sugar.

MILk

Milk is one of the most important components of a well-balanced diet, according to Goldufsky.

Plus, she thinks it’s the best source of dietary calcium, as it is fortified with vitamin A and vitamin D. It’s especially important for growing children and teenagers to ensure strong and healthy bones later in life.

“Milk is also a great source of protein, containing 8 grams per cup,” she says. “Adults should choose skim, 1 percent or 2 percent milk as opposed to whole milk to save on fat and calories.

Three cups of milk per day is the recommended amount for adults.”

JUICE

Goldufsky says juice — not juice blend or 10 percent juice or juice-like beverages — but 100 percent juice is the most nutritious beverage you can drink.

“It contains a variety of vitamins and minerals that your body needs to function properly, including vitamin C, potassium and folate to name a few,” she says. “Many brands of 100 percent juice are now fortified with calcium and vitamin D, which many Americans lack in their diet. Half a cup [or 4 ounces] of 100 percent juice counts as a serving of fruit. Although it is best to get your daily fruit servings from fresh fruit, juice can be substituted for a piece of whole fruit.”

Where does one begin looking in the juice aisle?

“Simply Orange is one example of a good brand of 100 percent juice,” she says. “One cup [or 8 ounces] of their original, pulp-free orange juice contains 110 calories.”

BEST WATER

It’s no surprise that experts rate good old H20 as their favorite.

“Water is the most natural beverage you can drink and, like food, your body craves it multiple times a day,” Goldufsky says. “More than half of the human body is made up of water, and it’s necessary for carrying out many daily functions, including digestion, waste transportation and body temperature regulation.”

Chamerlik thinks people should go beyond the stuff emerging from our tap.

“According to the non-profit research organization Environmental Working Group based in Washington, D.C., ‘Tap water in 42 states is contaminated with more than 140 unregulated chemicals that lack safety standards,’” she says.

“This is in addition to 119 ‘regulated’ chemicals.”

She likes a home filter system like Aquasana.

“This affordable system removes the toxic chemicals but leaves minerals intact,” she says.

Or, for a simpler solution, buy sparkling mineral water, like San Pelligrino, for a refreshing, bubbly drink and an enormous upgrade from soft drinks.

Flavor it with fresh lemon or lime juice and sweeten with the natural herb extract, stevia. lc

3 Cathy Goldufsky explains the benefits, and detriments, of various beverages.

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Flu Fight!

Taking medication is no guarantee that you’ll feel better during the cold and flu season.

But a good defense will decrease the odds of catching a virus.

Several hundred circulating viruses cause cold symptoms, says Dr. Riley Minster, a pediatrician at Lake Shore Pediatrics, located in Lake Forest, Libertyville and Barrington.

Doctors have their doubts about the effectiveness of cold medicines. In certain cases, they say, these remedies temporarily relieve cold symptoms, which include nasal congestion, a sore throat and a cough.

“Your over-the-counter remedies help some people and don’t help others,” says Dr. Anuj Lal, a primary care doctor at Elm Place Medical Group, which serves Lake Forest and Highland Park.

“In using these products, you might be able to relieve some symptoms of the cold,” Minster says. “And certainly, if you can relieve the symptoms and some congestion, you should be able to avoid developing an ear infection or a sinus infection from the common cold.”

What works and what doesn’t

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Cough and cold medicines are no longer recommended for children younger than 6, Minster says, because there is lack of proof that they work and children have had bad

reactions to some medicines.

He suggests using vapor rub and a teaspoon of honey for children older than 1 year. Research shows that honey calms coughs and soothes throats.

Vapor rub is used on the chest and throat to relieve coughs and on muscles and joints to relieve minor aches and pains.

He also recommends a saline nasal spray for adults and children to clear nasal passages and sinuses.

Zinc tablets or lozenges, marketed to adults and adolescents 12 and older, have received mixed reviews. Zinc tablets are used to avoid a cold and might decrease the duration of a cold by a day or two, Minster says.

Doctors also question the effectiveness of vitamin C. However, many doctors recommend taking a multivitamin once a day to be on the safe side.

“It’s never a bad thing to take a multivitamin once a day,” Minster says.

“It doesn’t necessarily mean you need it. But in taking a multivitamin once a day, it might help round out your diet a little bit more.”

If a child has nasal congestion, a cough and a sore throat more than 10 days or has a high fever, he says, see a doctor because it could be a serious illness.

In the case of adults, Lal says, a doctor’s visit is necessary if cold symptoms last more than 10 to 14 days.

Influenza A and B viruses, the two main types of flu, are responsible for epidemics. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause severe problems. Symptoms include a fever, body aches, headaches, a runny or stuffy nose, a sore throat, coughing and fatigue. In some cases, vomiting and diarrhea occur, although this is more common in children than adults.

An average of 36,000 people die from influenza annually and about 90 percent of the deaths occur in people 65 years and older, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“There’s a big drive to give everyone in the country a flu vaccine annually,” Minster says.

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CDC recommends a flu vaccine for children older than 6 months.

If the nasal spray flu vaccine is preferred, children need to be at least 2 years old.

See a doctor within two days if you have respiratory symptoms and a high fever of more than 101 degrees Fahrenheit, Lal says.

Antiviral prescription drugs, such as Tamiflu, are available to shorten the flu duration and reduce symptoms, he says.

Antibiotics for a cold or the flu should not be taken because they do not help viral illnesses and kill beneficial microorganisms in the digestive tract. However, if congestion gets worse, it can lead to a bacterial infection requiring an antibiotic.

“The flu is like any other virus where your system gets run down and has the potential to leave you prone to bacterial infections,” Lal says.

More preventative measures

Doctors stress that the best defense is washing your hands frequently or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if you can’t get to a

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sink.

“Nothing is as good as washing your hands with soap and water,” Lal says.

They also suggest getting adequate sleep, exercising, drinking plenty of fluids and making healthy food choices.

“Fruits and vegetables are probably your mainstay of things that are going to help you feel better with a cold,” Minster says.

Lal believes in doing a cardiovascular workout for 30 to 40 minutes three to four times a week.

Minster agrees that exercising will keep you a little stronger to fight colds and influenza, but warns that you could be exposing yourself to viruses at a health club.

If you get sick, staying home may be your best bet to recuperate and protect others.

“If you are very sick and you’re coughing and have a runny nose, try not to go to work. Try not to go out and spread this to everybody else if you can help it,” Minster says.

“Certainly, if you have a fever, you shouldn’t be out in the community, at work or at school. That’s just a sign that the body is working hard to fight whatever infection is going on.” lc

Research shows that honey calms coughs and soothes throats.

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By ELIZABETH HARMON Photos by MELISSA EMORY

j um p! everybody

Try One Of These Unconventional Workouts Available In Lake County

5 Jump aerobics — which incorporates jumping on trampolines and work with resistance bands — is a total body workout available at Jump America in Gurnee.

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When Libertyville resident Linda Johnson decided it was time to punch up her fitness routine, she did so literally.

“I’m 58, getting older and I was tired of the same-old, same-old,” says Johnson, a long-time runner. “I needed to do something that involved my brain as well as my body. I tried kick-boxing, but it still felt like just another class. Then I saw this.”

“This” turned out to be boxing — the real kind with gloves, bags and even sparring partners. Johnson signed up for a women’s class at Lake County Boxing Club in Libertyville, working with coach Larry Lentz.

“It’s a great way to get in shape and tone your body, but there’s also a psychological boost to it, too,” Lentz says. “It’s real boxing, with real technique and after one or two months, these women just ooze confidence.”

Johnson is quick to agree. In nine months, she’s lost 10 pounds and loves it.

“I never watched boxing, but this is fast and makes you think, like tennis or racquetball,” she says. “My arms look fabulous, my shoulders and abs are toned, and my posture has improved.”

If the start of a new year has you looking for new fitness ideas beyond the treadmill, Lake County has plenty of options. Whether your goal is weight-loss, stress loss or getting in touch with the kid inside, check out one of these great new – and maybe slightly unconventional – exercise options.

4 Dorothy Schultz-Howard created and teaches the jump aerobics classes available at Jump American in Gurnee.

The Sweet Science

A former pro boxer and college boxing coach at Arizona State University, Larry Lentz has coached aspiring pros and recreational boxers for the past four years at the Lake County Athletic and Boxing Club, located at the Libertyville Sports and Fitness Complex.

The club offers boxing for men and women and also kickboxing. Lentz says boxing provides a great full-body workout while building confidence.

“It works your entire body, from your feet to your head,” he says. “We do squats, lunges, jumping rope and running.”

Prospective students are invited to drop in for a free lesson.

“Come on in and give it a try first to see if you like it,” Lentz says.

Students range in age from younger than 10 up through their 60s, but the majority are in their 20s and 30s. Sparring is optional, and while some students compete, others, like Linda Johnson, just love the challenge of accomplishing something they thought they never could.

“It’s always different, and I always come away feeling like I got a workout,” Johnson says. “Sometimes you think you can’t do any more, but you can’t just give up. I’ve learned to push myself, and it’s made me stronger in other things.”

For class schedules and costs, visit www. toughmanbootcamp.com.

Bounce Away The Blues

Who says kids are the only ones who can play on a trampoline?

Gurnee’s Jump America is 16,000 square feet of bouncy fun, and while kids love it, adults are welcome, too.

“Every adult I talk to says, ‘This place makes me feel like a kid again,’” says Dorothy Schultz-Howard, marketing manager and instructor.

Open since May, the facility offers floor and wall trampolines and even a foam pit to jump into. Age designated areas keep the 5 Erika Koesting of Grayslake reaches for her toes while working out during a jump aerobics class at Jump America.

3 Schultz-Howard incorporates resistance band training into her jump aerobics classes.

Drop-ins are welcome. For hours, class schedule and cost, call 847-3255867 or visit www.jumpamerica.com.

Get Away From It All

fun safe for jumpers of all ages. There’s a dodge ball area, and for those who want a structured work-out, Jump Aerobics classes.

Jumping tones the legs, thighs and buttocks and provides a great cardio workout, but there’s also benefit for the upper body, says Schultz-Howard, who teaches the class.

Timed circuits make it possible for people of

all fitness levels to participate.

“It ranges from first time exercisers to people who run marathons,” Schultz-Howard says.

“Our oldest participant is 62, and she comes twice a week. It’s considered low impact.”

“It’s a fun way to exercise,” she adds.

“We laugh, joke around and it’s easy to see improvement.”

A full body workout in a spa-like setting, surrounded by images of South American waterfalls, mountains and rain forests … what better way to shake off the Midwestern wintertime blues?

Orinoco Fitness, which opened in December in downtown Libertyville, offers popular fitness classes such as yoga, Pilates and Zumba in a unique setting that showcases the beauty of Venezuela, owner Ana Santos Gitzinger’s native country.

“Orinoco is the main river through Venezuela, where I grew up,” says Gitzinger, a corporate marketing professional and entrepreneur. “It’s a beautiful country, and I 4 Nitan Patel of Hainesville and others use resistance bands during their class.

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wanted a name that would take you there.”

The facility offers a state-of-the-art fitness studio, a clothing store and lounge area in which to relax over a cup of tea. With bamboo floors, an indoor waterfall and the natural beauty of South America shown on scenes throughout, Gitzinger’s goal is for clients to leave feeling fit and relaxed.

Orinoco offers yoga, Pilates and Zumba group classes and sells 10 or 20 class packages. Drop-ins are welcome, too. To keep her facility affordable — and stress free — Gitzinger says she does not offer longterm contracts or membership.

“You’re not paying for what you don’t use,” she says.

“If you love group exercise, but don’t like going to a gym, this has fitness, dancing and music in an environment that’s fun and relaxing,” she adds.

For more information, visit www. orinocofitness.com. lc

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hef Robin Nathan has always exemplified simple preparation, global flavors and a light touch in her cooking. Choosing provencal fish stew as a lowfat recipe to share with others, therefore, was easy.

“I live a healthy lifestyle,” she says. “I’m not on a perpetual diet or looking for recipes that are sugar-free or fat-free. I just like lots of color and vegetables in a dish.”

This particular dish is one of her favorites because it’s fast, hearty, healthy and delicious.

“It’s a great weeknight or do-ahead dish,” she says. “The whole dish is ready in 15 minutes. If you aren’t good with a knife, then maybe it will take 20 minutes.”

There is very little fat in the dish because she only uses a small amount of olive oil to sauté the vegetables. She suggests using a firm white fish that is mild for the stew such as cod, halibut, haddock or Mahi Mahi. You can also use shrimp.

“It can be quite inexpensive to make for a family of four,” she says. “The whole dish is very light in calories with all the vegetables, and fish is good for you no matter what.”

For simplicity and ease when you get home at night, Nathan recommends cutting up the vegetables in the morning and putting them in the refrigerator. When you arrive home, the hard part is already done and everything takes just a few minutes to assemble and cook. Once the tomato base of the stew is bubbling gently, the chunks of fish are thrown in. The hot liquid and steam poach it perfectly once you put the lid on and turn the stove off.

“You can’t overcook it,” Nathan says.

If you want a heartier meal, you can ladle it over a bowl of couscous or quinoa.

Nathan, who owns her At Home Gourmet catering business, teaches cooking classes at Someone’s in the Kitchen in Libertyville. Learn more at www.sitkinc.com

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Provençal Style Fish Stew with Artisan Garlic Toast

(4 servings)

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chile flake 1 cup clam juice 1 cup dry white wine 10 Kalamata olives, pitted, sliced 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, minced 16 ounces whole tomatoes, crushed with juices reserved 1 pound firm, fleshed white fish (cod, striped bass, halibut), seasoned to taste with salt and pepper, cut into 2- to 3-inch pieces Additional fresh rosemary and thyme for garnish, minced 4 slices artisan bread, preferably whole wheat 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 clove garlic, sliced into 3 pieces Salt to taste

Directions:

Heat the olive oil in a soup pot.

Add the onion and pepper and sauté until the onion is translucent.

Add the garlic and crushed red chile flake and cook 30 seconds.

Add the clam juice, white wine, olives and fresh herbs and bring to a quick simmer.

Cook until the liquids have reduced by half.

Add the crushed tomatoes and reserved juices, seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.

Simmer 15 minutes to combine flavors. (May be completed up to this point one day in advance; refrigerate. Bring to simmer before continuing.)

Bring the sauce to a moderate-slow simmer and add the seasoned fish.

Cover the pan and remove from the heat.

Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes or until the fish is just cooked through.

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and sliced garlic in a large, non-stick pan over medium-low heat until the garlic is golden brown.

Remove the garlic and discard.

Add the artisan bread slices to the pan and toast them in the oil until lightly browned.

Season with salt.

Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with additional fresh herbs and the garlic toast. lc

LOWFAT RECIPE OF THE MONTH This three-month health series will enlist the expertise of chefs who teach classes at Someone’s in the Kitchen in Libertyville. Each month, they will provide a lowfat recipe for Lake County residents to try at home.

Chef Robin Nathan owns At Home Gourmet catering business.

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DOES IT COMPUTE? Update Your Technology Skills With Local Computer Classes I By JACkY RUNiCE I

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lthough Cheryl Mangold was a successful businesswoman in accounting and data processing, after 22 years as a stay-at-home mother, she found that her skill level in today’s technological world was, well, so “last century.”

When the Vernon Hills mother of two was ready to look for a job, she realized that times had, indeed, changed.

“Looking at any type of office position, Microsoft Word and Excel are standard for every job,” she says.

“Every single job requires computer skills, so I did retail for a little while and hated it.”

Lauren LoPresti, administrative office systems instructor and department chair at the College of Lake County, could not agree more.

“Almost every job or career uses computers, so understanding technology is extremely important in obtaining your first job and keeping that job after being hired,” she says. “Employers are

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looking for people who are knowledgeable about technology and who can work efficiently. Knowing how to use computer software programs, how to access information on the Web and how to use social media for networking are valuable technical skills that are essential in almost every position.”

during the last decades. It wasn’t back to the blackboard for Mangold, but rather a takeoff into technology and crucial computer skills.

“When I was working full time right before my first child was born, the spreadsheet program I used didn’t do nearly anything you can do now,” she says. “After taking classes at CLC, I see how basic formatting in business Find a class writing has changed in [Microsoft] Word, for Mangold was floored when she realized example, and if you don’t have these skills, how computer programs have evolved you just cannot get a job.”

Mangold likes that the community college offers classes 3 Cheryl that help one get certified in the Mangold took Microsoft Office, or MS Office, classes in program.

Microsoft “That puts a stamp on your programs so knowledge,” she says. she could If all of this sounds daunting, LoPresti suggests beginning re-enter the with an overview class such as workforce AOS 112 Computer Basics/ knowledgeably.

Software Applications or CIT 119 Photo provided Introduction to Office Software.

“These classes will introduce students to Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint,” she LakeCountyMagazine.com

says. “In 16 weeks, students will have a basic understanding of current software applications that are frequently used in many positions.”

Interested candidates also can concentrate on one application at a time such as Comprehensive Word Processing to learn about Microsoft Word, Comprehensive Spreadsheets to learn about Microsoft Excel, and more.

“These programs build on each other,” LoPresti says. “For example, once students learn about the ribbons in Microsoft Word, students can carry that learning over to Excel, Access, etc.”

Mangold thinks going to CLC is very affordable for those in the district.

“I finished an accounting certificate, and I’m now working on an administrative office degree,” she says. “I know this will give me more to work with because the job market is just so competitive. And, I’ll be done in a year!”

Show proof of knowledge

Why can’t people just purchase MS Office and figure it out themselves?

“To a degree, you have some intuitive knowledge about how to get around a program,” says Zach George, academic dean at Computer Systems Institute, which has a campus in Gurnee. “If your goal is to go back into the workforce, you need to be able to immediately operate within that new environment. MS Word has changed enough in the basic structure that people can have trouble with it, and when they look at it, it doesn’t look like anything they have used in the past.”

The dean understands the situation on a personal level, too.

“I’ve interviewed so many people for jobs here, and I know that I need someone who can manipulate reports for me. I’ll see MS Word and Excel listed as a general skill on a resume, but when they show up at work, they know very little. They don’t know they don’t know it until they get here. They realize they

can make a 4 Lauren really nice LoPresti calendar teaches an in Excel, administrative but that’s office the extent systems of their class at knowledge.”

College Employers of Lake simply want employees County. who can Photo provided by contribute College of Lake County Public Relations and immediately, Marketing so it’s imperative that today’s work force not only obtain these skills, but also show proof of it.

George says that there’s nothing better on a resume than evidence that an individual has attended a class recently.

At CSI, students can become certified as a MS Office Specialist by Microsoft.

“What I really like is that in less than a year and at $15,000 — and almost half can be covered by a Pell Grant — our students can get a job and easily pay it off without mortgaging their future,” he says. “$100,000 or more of debt is very common these days with bachelor degrees.”

At CLC, prospective students can talk to the financial aid staff to learn about scholarships and aid that can help pay for tuition and textbooks. LoPresti notes that professional organizations such as local chapters of the International Association of Administrative Professionals offer regular monthly meetings and training so their members can achieve accreditation.

“Local libraries frequently offer one-on-one training or small group training and webinars on Windows 8, Cloud computing, Word, Excel and other software applications,” she adds. lc

TRY A CLASS The College of Lake County offers plenty of options to get residents up to speed, including:

• Short-term, non-credit computer classes, including some geared to those 50 and older who have no computer experience • Continuing professional development computer classes to enhance current job skills or add new ones • Youth classes • A variety of computer classes for software used in offices in the Administrative Office Systems, or AOS, program. These 16week semester classes can earn an individual college credit.

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eXerCISe:

Why To Start ... And How To Stay With It

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a self-proclaimed exercise addict, it has been about 15 years since I have had to make any kind of New Year’s resolution to work out more.

Not only do I exercise religiously, but I also have made it my job to exercise. Last year, I received my Group Fitness Certification and now teach cycle/Spinning, Pilates and Piloxing.

While becoming a group fitness instructor is not for everyone, I have learned some important things about how exercise can make you feel empowered, inspired and even sexy.

For a mommy who spends most of her time in either sweaty gym clothes or T-shirts and jeans that likely have today’s lunch spilled on the front, finding my mojo can be downright liberating. But here are some tips that I’ve found work well: 1) Look at the time and money spent on exercising as an investment in not only your health, but also your happiness. For many people, finding extra funds and time to get to the gym is a major obstacle. My husband used to complain that the last thing he wanted to do when he got home from work was head to the gym because he was too tired. Once he committed to working out either during the day on his lunch hour or when he got home, he found he had more energy and less stress.

He also found a gym near his office that offers an employee discount as long as he goes eight times a month and found a low-cost gym near our house for the evenings and weekends. For us moms, it allows us some time away to blow off steam. In the end, the less stressed you are, the happier everyone is.

creating a new normal. They say it takes 21 days to form a habit, so if you can break it down into those terms, once you get through the first three weeks, your new lifestyle should become second nature.

3) Set a goal. The other key to my husband’s success was finding a goal to accomplish, so he signed up for a 100-mile bike ride. It forced him to stick to a training schedule and gave his workouts a purpose toward an end goal. Thankfully, his $1,500 investment in a new bike, cycling clothes, shoes and gear wasn’t in vain. In the last six months, he has lost 50 pounds.

4) Mix it up. Be sure to change things up; don’t go to the gym every day and do the same thing. Beyond that, make sure you are working hard enough. Otherwise, you’ll just waste your time. On the other side of the coin, don’t go in there and kill it every day. If you go and run as hard and fast as you can until you can’t breath anymore, you will likely never improve and risk injury, which will have you sitting right back on the couch where you started. Talk to a trainer or fitness professional about heart rate training to understand more.

5) Have fun! I think the reason I love working out so much is it isn’t a job or a chore for me. So much of exercise is psychological.

Therefore, I feel like I am strengthening my mind and my body when I work out. I have had the opportunity to meet new people, listen to great music and perform while I am teaching.

2) Shift your perspective on dieting. Don’t look at eating healthy as a “diet,” but rather as a “lifestyle change.” To me, a diet indicates there is an end date to your healthy eating. A lifestyle change means

Write This Down

with Michelle Stien

• Michelle Stien is a stay-at-home mom of two children, ages 3 and 5. Her mother always told her to “write this down,” so she is sharing her experiences with Lake County moms to help them deal with the craziness of being “Mom.”

Formats like Piloxing (a combination of kickboxing, Pilates and dance), Zumba, pole dancing, belly dancing and hip hop prove there is no reason getting in shape has to be painful and boring. Heck, Zumba even has an Xbox game!

I also thoroughly enjoy running races, which coincides with tip No. 3 in setting a goal.

What’s more important, races these days are so much more than simply running three miles.

Adventure races, like Tough Mudder and Muddy Buddy, are becoming more popular along with races with themes, costumes, ways to contribute to good causes and post-race parties. If running a race isn’t typically your thing, perhaps the hanging-out-with-friendsdrinking-beer part can be your incentive.

Whatever you need to motivate you to get up off the couch, find it. Most likely, once you find passion in what you are doing to stay in shape, it will remove the pain and leave you with much more than simply a calorie burn. lc

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How To Feed Your Face No, this isn’t an article about over-eating.

Instead, it’s about how Mariola Millirons, an esthetician and owner of Mariola’s Organic Spa and Retreat in Long Grove, approaches skin care.

“Our skin absorbs what we put on it, just like our bodies absorb the food we put in them,” Millirons says.

That approach made sense to Kerry Hughes of Lake Zurich, who began having organic facials at Mariola’s four years ago.

“Feeding your skin is like feeding your body, and why put chemicals on your skin that go into your body?” she asks. “That idea really resonated with me.”

After turning 40, Hughes believed it was time to invest in her skin. In the years since she began an organic regimen, she says her skin has become more supple, and she’s experienced fewer breakouts. She’s also learned to take better care of her skin.

“I’ve learned when I need to moisturize and when I need to exfoliate,” she says. “My skin changes by season — in the summer it gets oily, in the winter it’s dry. It isn’t one size fits all.”

What is organic?

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Just as people are eager for healthier diets, more are turning to natural and organic skin care products.

Though not an official designation for skin care, the U.S. Department of Agriculture considers “natural” products to be those that do not contain artificial flavor, coloring ingredients, chemical preservatives or any other artificial or synthetic ingredient. Such products also are not more than minimally processed.

Organic products are produced using sustainable agriculture and without most conventional pesticides, synthetic fertilizers made with synthetic ingredients, or sewage sludge, bioengineering or ionizing radiation, according to www.fsis. usda.gov.

Rae-Ann Moss is an esthetician at Karma Salon and Spa in Grayslake, which offers facials featuring a line of natural, plantbased products.

“These are plant-powered blends, derived from rosemary, aloe, kiwi and other plants,” she says.

Aromatherapy, using essential oils, is a key component in Karma’s facials, which begin with what Moss calls “a sensory journey.”

5 Organic products are produced using sustainable agriculture and without most conventional pesticides, synthetic fertilizers made with synthetic ingredients, or sewage sludge, bioengineering or ionizing radiation, according to www.fsis.usda.gov.

feel like it transfers to me.”

That’s exactly the result Millirons wants to achieve.

“When you’re calmer, you can lead a more positive life, and your body is healthier because you’re not delivering more toxins,” she says.

Price point

While Millirons’ and Moss’ facials are comparably priced to conventional facials, the natural and organic products are concentrated and can cost more.

Also, as with conventional skin care products, clients may be sensitive to certain ingredients.

“During the initial consultation, the clients fill out forms so we’re aware of their allergies and sensitivities,” Moss says.

Hughes says she’s found the organic products to be comparably priced to the department store brand she used to buy.

“I just bought a tinted moisturizer that was $42, and I don’t think it costs more than Botox,” she says. “And in the long run, this is all natural, so I feel g ood about what I’m putting in my skin.” lc

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“We offer different scents, and the client can choose which they want,” she says.

“The different scents trigger calming.”

For example, the scent of roses often evokes memories of gardens and grandmothers.

“Stress shows on the skin,” Moss says.

“The clients are coming out of a stressful world. They have an hour on the table, and scents help calm them.”

Steam is applied to open pores and cleanse the skin, exfoliation removes dead skin and a mask is applied to treat the client’s skin needs.

“We have different ones, for troubled, dehydrated or sensitive skin,” Moss says.

Throughout the process, the client is able to enjoy the aroma he or she chose for the session.

Facials also include foot massage, which often surprises clients.

“When I tell them to take their socks off, they’ll say, “Why? I thought I was having a facial,’” Moss says.

Millirons uses a line of European organic skin care products in her facials.

“I think when we observe nature, what could be better? Because we are organic, we need to treat ourselves with organic products,” she says.

After determining her client’s skin care needs and the best products to meet them, Millirons meditates before beginning a facial.

“It allows me to be present in the moment and to impact them with positive energy,” she says. “You can’t be beautiful if you are stressed.”

Hughes says she notices the difference.

“Mariola is very holistic and has a soothing nature,” Hughes says. “Her facial is a soothing experience, almost spiritual.

She talks about your skin and tailors the facial to what you need at the time. It’s all about healing. Her energy is so positive, I

You can't be beautiful if you are stressed.

Mariola Millirons, esthetician and owner of Mariola's Organic Spa and Retreat

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Winter Work-Out Wear Today, women want more from their athletic wear. Wearing materials that are comfortable and stretch with each movement is important, but it isn’t enough.

“Stylish and feminine clothing is the latest and biggest trend in women’s sportswear,” says Tess Roering, vice president of marketing at Athleta, a women’s performance apparel and gear brand owned

by Gap Inc. “Not only do women want comfortable and breathable clothing, but they want something that’s feminine and cute, too.”

TECHNOLOGY AND SPORTSWEAR

Sportswear has come a long way from the shorts and T-shirts women used to throw on for a run or workout at the gym. Instead, today’s sportswear incorporates the latest technology to include materials that are lightweight, reflective, durable, anti-bacterial or anti-odor, offer UPF — Ultraviolet Protection Factor — protection and have wicking qualities.

Pilayo is just one of those new materials. The slightly compressive material helps a garment stay in place so women don’t have to tug on the material.

“You can concentrate on the workout and be comfortable,” Roering says.

Meryl SkinlifE is another new sportswear technology that Athleta offers.

SkinLife is a bacteriostatic, which is a fiber that retains a natural balance on the skin, regardless of the level of activity being performed. Also, SkinlifE is a permanent feature in the garment.

“This [SkinlifE] is one of our two favorite materials — it’s anti-odor, has an antimicrobial feature and great wicking capabilities,” Roering says.

For those who swim as their workout of choice, Athleta soon will offer swimwear constructed from Xtra Life Lycra, which repels chlorine and other pool chemicals five to 10 times longer than typical swimwear material.

“The Xtra Life Lycra is a high-performance and long-lasting material, which also offers UPF protection,” Roering says. “The material dries quickly, and the seams of the suit are flat locking.”

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Many women juggle numerous tasks and responsibilities, but they still want to fit a workout into their day. Now, there are ways to balance a wardrobe with a busy schedule.

“Women lead such hurried and varied lives now that versatility is key when choosing the correct active wear,” Roering says. “Layering is a great option, too. This adds versatility to a look because you can add pieces or shed pieces — it’s an easy look to put together.”

For those in the Midwest who live in all four seasons and like to exercise outside, they also have to take into consideration the harsher elements, especially in the winter.

“Reflective material is important especially in the winter because the sun sets earlier,” Roering says. “So, in addition to active wear, there are many accessories such as headbands and hats with reflective materials and designs, which makes it safer to exercise outside.”

“A winter must-have and personal favorite are the Polartec Power Stretch Touch gloves,” she continues.

“Not only do these gloves protect your hands against the cold, but the fabric on the thumb and index finger are made of conductive fabric, making it easy to use a touch screen without taking your gloves off.”

When thinking about athletic wear, Roering suggests women think about their needs. Will they be exercising indoors or outdoors? What type of activity will they engage in?

If indoors, clothing made from the Pilayo or SkinlifE fabric is an excellent choice because it’s breathable and dries quickly.

Roering suggests layering if venturing outside.

“When outside, make sure you layer your clothing, but the layer touching your skin should have wicking capabilities,” she says. “Our [Athleta] Windwarrior Tight pants offer wind proof panels on the front of the legs protecting you against wind and cold.”

“Think about your activities, and buy your active wear for your specific workout,” she adds.

LATEST AND GREATEST TRENDS

Skorts can help busy moms make the transition from running to the gym to picking up their kids to going to work a bit easier for women, Roering says.

Skorts combine the sports performance and ease of shorts with a little more fashion-forward look of a skirt.

Roering says skorts make it easier for women to work out and then go on with their day because it provides extra coverage and looks like a skirt, so they won’t look like they just finished their workout.

“Athleta offers a variety of skorts, but our Contender Skort is a great choice because it’s a skirt with a pair of capris attached underneath, offering women more coverage and great performance,” she says. “It’s a great mid-weight piece made from Pilayo, which moisture wicks, breathes and has UPF 50 protection.”

And no matter what the season, women no longer have to wear drab, solid colors while enjoying a good sweat.

“Patterned bottoms and bright neon colors make it more fun and fashionable for women to work out,” Roering says.

It’s not unusual to see women running down the street or in the gym sporting plaid shorts, fun, brightlypatterned bottoms or bright neon active wear, she says.

“Wearing bright neon clothing is a great way to work out — it gives you a great lift if you’re wearing hot pink or chartreuse,” Roering says. “Also, you’re easier to see if you happen to be running or biking outside.”

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social life Mothers Trust “Betty Ball”

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5 Kathleen O’Conno r and Gayle Strenger enjoyed solvi ng the “Clue” mystery.

Power of the Purse event

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January Events In Lake County

ARTS

Through Jan. 13 — “My One and Only,” at the Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, in Lincolnshire The roaring ’20s are back in this Gershwin tap dance extravaganza. An aviator has one ambition — to be the first man to fly non-stop to Paris. But when he meets the girl of his dreams, the dazzling star of the touring European Aquacade, a series of misadventures sidetracks their romantic pursuit.

For more information, call 847-634-0200 or visit www.marriotttheatre.com.

Jan. 9 — The Wailers, 9 p.m. at Viper Alley, 275 Parkway Drive, Suite 325, in Lincolnshire The Wailers bring their own unique style to Bob Marley’s songs, revitalizing them for young and old alike. Tickets are $25 to $35. For tickets or more information, call 847-499-5000 or visit www. viper-alley.com.

Jan. 11 — Emmylou Harris and Her Red Dirt Boys, 8 p.m. at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., in Waukegan A 12-time Grammy winner and Billboard Century Award recipient, Emmylou Harris’ contribution as a singer and songwriter spans 40 years. Tickets are priced at $37.50, $42.50, $52.50 and $72.50. For tickets or more information, call 847-782-2366 or

“Cinderella” by the State Ballet Theatre of Russia

visit www.geneseetheatre.com.

Jan. 17 — L.A. Guns, 9 p.m. at Viper Alley, 275 Parkway Drive, Suite 325, in Lincolnshire With their roots set on the Sunset Strip, L.A. Guns has become a staple of ’80s glam and sleaze rock. Tickets are $15 to $20. For tickets or more information, call 847-499-5000 or visit www.viper-

alley.com.

Jan. 26 — The State Ballet Theatre of Russia presents “Cinderella,” 7:30 p.m. at the Genesee Theatre, 203 N. Genesee St., in Waukegan The State Ballet Theater of Russia, from the city of Voronezh, brings the world’s most beloved ballet to glorious life! This company of 65 distinguished dancers has showcased the unparalleled art of Russian ballet to countries throughout the world. Ticket prices are $32.50, $42.50 and $52.50. For tickets or more information, call 847-782-2366 or visit www. geneseetheatre.com.

EVENTS

Jan. 1 — Annual Polar Bear Plunge, 10 to 11 a.m. at Waukegan Municipal Beach, 201 Sea Horse Drive, in Waukegan Start the New Year with a splash! The first 500 taking the plunge will receive an event shirt. Food, hot chocolate and hats will be sold on site. Aqua shoes or other footwear is required. The cost is $10 in advance and $15 day of. To register or for more information, call 847-360-4700 or visit www. waukeganparks.org.

Jan. 11 — The Almost Slumber Party, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Viking Park Dance Hall, 4374 Old Grand Avenue, in Gurnee Kids ages 4 to 8 will love this evening of fun! The night will include crafts, games, sundaes, cartoons and more. Registration will be accepted until Jan. 7 or until full. The cost is $7 for residents and $9 for nonresidents. For more information, call 847-6237788 or visit www.gurneeparkdistrict.com.

Jan. 12 — Winter Fest, 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the Centennial Ice Arena, 3100 Trail Way, in Highland Park Stop in and try out ice sports including figure skating, speed skating and hockey. Instructors will be on the ice giving lessons, or you can skate at

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your leisure. Also, you’ll get to meet live honeybees and learn about how bees, coyotes and other wildlife survive the cold Illinois winter. An ice sculpture demonstration, cookie decorating, dog sled and carriage rides will round out the festivities. For more information, call 847-432-4790 or visit www.pdhp.org.

Jan. 12 — Trains of Grayslake and Lake County, 2 to 3 p.m. at the Grayslake Heritage Center, 164 Hawley St., in Grayslake Come learn about local trains!

Terry Norton will share his images of Lake County trains as he narrates this 45-minute lecture. For more information, call 847-543-1745 or visit www.villageofgrayslake.com.

Jan. 13 — Volo Bog’s Winterfest, Noon to 4 p.m. at Volo Bog Natural Area, 28478 W. Brandenburg Road, in Ingleside WinterFest is a long-standing event at Volo Bog featuring live music and storytelling, photo contest awards and winter-theme and other crafts indoors.

Meanwhile, outdoors activities will include bog hikes and, snow permitting, snow sculpting contests and cross-country skiing.

There also will be cookies, hot cocoa and coffee for sale by the Friends of Volo Bog. For more information, call 815344-1294 or visit www. friendsofvolobog.org.

Jan. 13 — Windy City Wedding Show, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Convention Center, 6161 W. Grand Avenue, in Gurnee This is the largest Windy City wedding expo in Chicago area, Wedding the featuring 250 wedding Show professionals. The event also features an amazing fashion show featuring the latest dresses. The cost is $15. For more information, call 847-278-1050 or visit www. windycityweddingshow.com.

Jan. 18 — Frosty Fest, 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Viking Park, 4374 Old Grand Avenue, in Gurnee Take part in all the fun activities including dog sled demonstrations, visits with Frosty the Snowman, carriage rides, ice sculpting, snowman building contests, music and crafts in the Snowflake Village and marshmallow roasting. Cocoa and snacks will be provided while quantities last.

Activities are subject to change based on weather conditions. For more information, call 847-623-7788 or visit www.gurneeparkdistrict.com.

Jan. 19 — Fourth Annual Ice Fishing Derby, 7 a.m. to noon at Bangs Lake, 600 N. Main St., in LakeCountyMagazine.com

Wauconda Registration 4th Annual opens at 5 a.m.

Ice Fishing Entry forms can be downloaded Derby from the rules page to help speed up the process and get you on the ice quicker. The entry fee is $15 a person. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest northern, bass, crappie, bluegill and perch. There also will be side raffles for additional prizes.

To register or for more information, call 224-634-0029 or visit www. lvvaicefishingderby.com.

Jan. 21 — Beneath the Ice, 10 to 11:15 a.m. at the Aquatics Center and Nature Museum Building at the Round Lake Area Park District, 860 Hart Road, in Round Lake Who survives the winter in the wetlands? Learn about the animals that lurk beneath the ice and how they’re able to thrive. This program is for

children ages 8 to 10. Register by Jan. 14. For more information, call 847-546-8558 or visit www.rlapd. org.

Jan. 26 — Frozen Frog Snowshoe Race, 10 a.m. at Camp Henry Horner, 26710 W. Nippersink Road, in Ingleside 2K Adventure Tours will offer several different categories of races, including individual 5K and 10K races; a family 5K race (minimum of four racers); a team 5K race; a team/family/corporate relay 10K race (minimum of four racers); and a kid’s snow stomp race. To register or for more information, visit www.2kadventuretours.com.

Jan. 27 — The Open Steel Highway: North Shore Interurban, 3 p.m. at Lily Reid Holt Memorial Chapel at Lake Forest College, 555 N. Sheridan Road, in Lake Forest Join the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Historical Society for a lecture about the North Shore Interurban railway. What today are bike paths through Lake Forest and Lake Bluff was once the North Shore Interurban. Norman Carlson, railroad consultant and historian, will present a fascinating look at the electric railway that ran between Chicago and Milwaukee. The program is free to members of the historical society and $15 for non-members.

A special ticket price of $50 helps to fund the conservation of a one-of-a-kind collection of glass negative images in the collection of the historical society. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 847-234-5253 or visit www.lflbhistory.org. lc

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Jackel’s work is done in a traditional wet darkroom. The images are made with a Deardorff 4x5 view camera with film using all natural light.

To submit an entry to Artist Showcase, email artwork, title of piece, name and village of residence of artist, and a two- to three-sentence description of the piece to lakecountymagazine.com, subject head “Local Artist Submission.”