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SW Hits the Big 3-Oh!

Enterprising Woman

Candice L. Knight, M.D. Knight Integrative Medicine

8th Annual Health & Fitness Issue!

Keys to Achieving Your Wellness Goals Fashion on the Go Studio to Street Style Outdoor Living A Mandeville Retreat

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ENTERPRISING WOMAN Photo by Steve Randon

Wellness & Wellbeing— Dr. Candice L. Knight ...................................... 22

HEALTH & FITNESS Healthy Living— Keys to Achieving Your Wellness Goals ............... 7 What is Pure Barre?— Pure Barre Mandeville ....................................... 8 Treating the Symptoms and Source of Pain— Northlake Neurological Institute.......................... 9 Getting Healthy & Staying That Way— Healthe Habits for Living.................................. 10

January On the Cover

Acne Alternatives— Dr. Robert Benson ........................................... 11

SW Hits the Big 3-Oh! ............................ 4

Advance Care Planning— Dr. David Tran ................................................ 13

Studio to Street Style ........................... 25

LEGAL & FINANCE

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8th Annual Health & Fitness Issue! ...... 7 A Mandeville Retreat............................ 33

The Northshore’s Best Mediation— Michelle Demarest .......................................... 12 2015 Figures— Ronda M. Gabb ............................................. 15

COMMUNITY

BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE

Publisher’s Note— SW Hits the Big 3-Oh! ...................................... 4

Plans— Dr. Mary Speed .............................................. 20

Associate Publisher’s Note ................................. 6

Fashion Editor’s Picks— Studio to Street Style ....................................... 25 Gardening— Recharge the Positive....................................... 32 Outdoor Living— A Mandeville Retreat ....................................... 33 2 Sophisticated Woman | January 2015

Notes & Notables ........................................... 18 Kids Being Kids .............................................. 30 Sophisticated Social— Krewe of Eve .................................................. 38 Krewe of Lyra ................................................. 39 January Events ................................................ 40

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behind the scenes Publisher Joanne Gallinghouse Associate Publisher Sarah Cottrell Editor Anna LeDonne Art Director Dianne Waller Graphic Designer/Staff Photographer Claire Thomas Senior Account Executive Gwen Anderson Account Executives Anna LeDonne and Lisa Jones Distribution/Circulation Manager Katherine Nelson Contributing Writers Lisa Ribbeck Lyons, Dr. Mary Speed and Jill Willie Contributing Photographers Tom Ballantine, Tim Dunford, Rebecca Ratliff and Steve Randon Production Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative

WHEN WE ASKED our Enterprising Woman, Candice Knight, to check her schedule to reserve time for our January cover shoot, we could see that it was going to be a difficult task for her. Juggling her medical practice, Knight Integrative Medicine, family life with husband and two children and community service was going to be a daunting task. All fell into place. We slowed her down long enough to relax and enjoy the pampering she received at Paris Parker Salon and Spa in Mandeville before her Enterprising Woman photo shoot. Her hair was styled by Hair Designer, E. Lee and her makeup expertly applied by Makeup Artist, Dionna Deliberto. Following her relaxing morning at the salon, we gathered at her office in Covington with Sophisticated Woman staff and our cover photographer, Steve Randon. Business Manager, Dana A. LeDuff and staff greeted us, anxiously awaiting the photo shoot experience.

For more fun behind the scenes photos, visit our website, SophisticatedWoman.com.

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Gwen Anderson, Senior Account Executive of over fourteen years with Sophisticated Woman Magazine, is committed to her sales career and enjoys the lasting relationships she has with all of her clients.

Lisa Jones is an Account Executive pursuing a career involving her love of people and life on the Northshore.

She is a graduate of UNO and resides in Mandeville with her son and daughter.

Anna LeDonne wears two hats as both editor and account executive for Sophisticated Woman. She and her husband Vinnie are recently married and loving life in downtown Covington.

Dianne Waller is the art director of our production department. With a background in print design, she holds a Bachelor of Arts from SLU, is a mother to a young daughter. She enjoys scuba diving and Mardi Gras.

Claire Thomas is happily married, a mother of two, and a talented photographer and graphic designer.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time in nature, gardening and bird watching.

Jill Willie has a master’s degree from LSU’s Manship School of Mass Communications, and juggles her roles as busy mom of three boys, public relations guru and writer for Sophisticated Woman Magazine.

Distribution is guaranteed by direct mail plus supplemental pick-up locations.

Our upscale mailing list includes the most sought after customers in Abita Springs, Covington, Folsom, Hammond, Lacombe, Madisonville, Mandeville, Ponchatoula, Robert and Slidell. Why waste your advertising dollar on “throw away” publications when you could be advertising in Sophisticated Woman Magazine for pennies per mailbox? Call us today. You’ll be surprised at how affordable it is to advertise with the best.

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About the cover: Cover Photography: Steve Randon Photography, SteveRandon.com.

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SW Hits the Big 3-Oh! “After 30, a body has a mind of its own.” - Bette Midler I LOVE THIS QUOTE by The Divine Miss M. It aptly expresses what has happened with Sophisticated Woman over the years—the way it seems to have taken on a life of its own. So, none of the team at G&A Publishing was surprised when the magazine demanded a fresh look for her 30th birthday. We promptly took off our pantyhose, rolled up our sleeves, and started with a face-lift. Then, we got to work on the inside adding new editorial features to our glossy new look.

As always, we remain committed to our roots—bringing you the best of the local businesses that provide their goods, services, talent and leadership to our Northshore community. Our cover stories will continue to showcase Enterprising Women, telling the stories behind their success, so readers can get some insight into what makes them exceptional. And, we will continue with our annual June issue that pays tribute to men in business.

Sophisticated Woman started life as Sophisticated Shopper, a direct mail guide sent to upscale residents in St. Tammany. In 1985, the vision of founders Dave Howell and Barbara Brocato was to provide a publication for local businesses to inform Northshore residents about what was available in their own back yards. Their combination of display ads and articles about the businesses quickly became the popular source for local shopping and remains that way today.

After purchasing the publication in 1993, G&A Publishing continued to evolve the shopper into what it has become today—a premiere magazine still geared primarily to women who, as we all know, continue to be influential in making purchase decisions on everything from autos to health care for themselves and their families.

We invite you to join our journey as we celebrate 30 years of publication. Look for new features each month. Check out our website where you can read the magazine online as well as explore new content and photos not printed in our publication. Sign up for our weekly newsletters so you can keep in touch with what’s going on in our community, from kids’ activities to the latest retail deals.

And finally, thank you all for being faithful readers, contributors and advertisers over the years.

Let me know what you think about the old girl’s new facelift. Visit our website to comment on this post, or email me: publisher@sophisticatedwoman.com.

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WE ARE THRILLED to bring you more of what you love about Sophisticated Woman Magazine.

We have added some great new monthly sections to bring you the stories of the people, places and happenings on the Northshore.

This month we introduce Dr. Candice Knight who has recently opened Knight Integrative Medicine. Candice offers a unique holistic approach to medicine to help her patients reach optimum health. To kick off the New Year we are bringing you our Annual Health and Fitness section, Fashion Editor Patty Beal shows us how to look chic from gym to the market and we take a sneak peak at an outdoor oasis here on the Northshore.

Our Northshore’s Best voting is open with over 180 categories for you to vote on, so log on to sophisticatedwoman.com and vote for all your Northshore favorites. The results will be published in our April issue. You will also be able to vote for our Enterprising Woman of 2014. Their stories can be found on our website, you can vote online or send in your ballot located on page 17. The results will be announced at our Annual Hats Off Luncheon that is to be held on Thursday April 2 at Tchefuncta Country Club.

In closing, I would like to offer a special thank you to our Art Director, Dianne Waller, Graphic Designer, Claire Thomas and our four photographers, Steve Randon, Tim Dunford, Rebecca Ratliff and Tom Ballantine who collectively contributed their talents along with the rest of the team to bring you this wonderful issue.

Wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year.

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Healthy Living Keys to Achieving Your Wellness Goals

WE’VE ALL HEARD

the saying, “A new year, a new you.” While it may be meant to motivate people into taking control of their health and wellness, experts warn that trying to make too many changes may be counterproductive.

When the clock strikes midnight, most people vow to improve their health over any other lifestyle changes. According to the University of Scranton’s Journal of Clinical Psychology, top resolutions include losing weight, staying fit and healthy and quitting smoking. Of those who make resolutions, only 8 percent claim to have achieved success in achieving their goals.

One of the reasons for failure is that people try to do too much or make too many changes all at once. It turns out that moderation in all things—even in resolutions—may be the key.

Jane Freudenberger, licensed clinical social worker at the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at St. Tammany Parish Hospital said when people set unattainable goals, they not only set themselves up for short-term failure but they also minimize chances for future success.

She recommends replacing negative feelings about past failures with positive, motivational

statements. “One of my favorites that keeps me from self-sabotage is from Ann Bradford: ‘Tell the negative committee that meets inside your head to sit down and shut up.’”

For those who vow to lose a certain amount of weight in the coming year, Asahel Gridley, M.D., bariatric surgeon at Ochsner North Shore in Slidell said it is more important to focus on changing your lifestyle than changing the number on the scale. “It is easy to convince yourself to just eat less to lose weight, but chances are you will regain your weight lost when you start eating normal amounts. Picking a sustainable diet is key to losing weight and keeping it off.”

Noting that most people have success when they choose activities they enjoy, Dr. Gridley recommends integrating a level of accountability into their exercise goals.

Hope Clay, owner of Pure Barre in Mandeville has found that developing a set of mini challenges helps keep her clients accountable and motivated throughout the year. “We’ll do something like attend 30 classes in 40 days.

The key is to make it difficult enough so they’ll

achieve a sense of satisfaction, while also making it attainable enough so that they don’t get discouraged,” she said.

In addition to exercising the body, Freudenberger recommends exercising the mind as well—especially when it comes to creating healthy behaviors. “Just wishing for something will not make it happen; we have to engage our brains in the process of goal setting. Any new behavior, or change, requires time and practice. But ultimately, it comes down to a change in mindset. If the resolution is really not something you want to commit to then it will fail.”

So when you begin making your resolutions this year, remember that just by changing your mindset, you are already ahead of the game.

According to Dr. Gridley, “Every step that you make toward healthier choices for your mind, body and spirit is a success.”

“It is easy to convince yourself to just eat less to lose weight, but chances are you will regain your weight lost when you start eating normal amounts. Picking a sustainable diet is key to losing weight and keeping it off.”

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health What is Pure Barre?

WRITTEN BY ANNA LEDONNE

HAVE YOU HEARD

of Pure Barre? No, it’s not the latest happy hour spot. Pure Barre is an intense, 55-minute workout that uses small, isometric movements to tone and transform your body. “You’ll feel results immediately and see results quickly,” says Hope Clay, the owner of Pure Barre Mandeville. “The great thing about Pure Barre is that you can advance at your own pace. It’s an athletic workout but anyone can do it, no matter your age or fitness level.” The exercises are not overly explosive or fast, which can negatively impact joints.

Instead, Pure Barre uses basic movements, safe for your body, that are effective in how deep you work in them.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Pure Barre uses the same format for each class, but you are constantly improving and challenging yourself. Class begins with a heart-pumping warm-up focused on arm and core strength, followed by a series of intense exercises at the ballet barre for thighs, seat and abs. “Every exercise works your muscles

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to fatigue, to the point that your muscles are literally shaking. Then you stretch them out to create those long, lean dancer muscles,” Hope explains. “We use small weights, a ball and a tube, and the rest is just the barre and your body.”

connection,” says Ariel Tusa, a self-proclaimed Pure Barre addict, “I’ve come to love the burn and shake! Pure Barre has helped me lose inches on my hips and thighs and I don’t suffer from as much back pain. I love the community of strong women that Pure Barre brings together; it has really been a life-changer for me.” In addition to classes, Pure Barre also has a variety of athletic wear and gifts in their studio boutique. “We like to create a fun environment,” says Hope, “For a lot of women this is their ‘me time’ so we have themed classes and competitions to foster a sense of community. Pure Barre is a way of life.”

Pure Barre Mandeville is located at 1814 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 8 in the Northlake Shopping Center. For more information, call 985-674-7577 or visit purebarre.com/la-mandeville.

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Treating the Symptoms and Source of Pain WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE

WE CAN ALL RELATE to the frustration that comes from an occasional headache or back strain. While pain may range from a nagging sense of discomfort or the need to take a sick day, most of us are assured the inconvenience will be relatively short lived. For those with chronic pain, however, it may seem like there is no end in sight. The neurologists at the Northlake Neurological Institute (NNI) work with chronic pain sufferers to guide them down the road to recovery.

“All pain has a neurological cause,” explained Dr. Rex Houser. “At NNI we have the qualifications, experience and technology to determine the source of the pain and recommend treatment options.”

Staffed completely by neurologists, NNI can perform all testing on-site. From simple blood work to EMG (Electromyogram) Nerve Conduction Testing and MRIs, patients can undergo testing quickly and easily, often on the same day as their initial appointment.

“Many times patients come to us as a last

resort,” says Dr. Michael Happel. “They’ve already invested so much extra time searching for an accurate diagnosis. They are often tired and frustrated, so we try to make everything as convenient as possible.”

Patients may avoid wasted time by seeing a neurologist at the onset of pain; they may also circumvent ineffective therapies or unnecessary surgeries. “People may not know where to start. Or worse, they go from doctor to doctor to address their symptoms,” explained Dr. Michael Becker. “But without an accurate diagnosis of the underlying problem, there is no guarantee that their pain will be alleviated for good. In general terms, outcomes are better when patients have all treatment options available to them.” By the time a patient visits multiple doctors, they may have missed the opportunity for the most effective treatment.

When it comes to pain, neurologists diagnose and recommend treatment. Because they do not focus on one type of treatment, the neurologists at NNI bring an objective view

to their recommendations. Moreover, their extensive experience with area neurosurgeons, occupational therapists and other health care providers enables them to provide the most appropriate treatment plan for each patient.

“Patients often ask what we would do if we were in their positions…which treatment option we would pursue. With 12 years experience here on the Northshore, we are able to provide insightful, unbiased answers. We know the best physician to treat each patient’s specific condition and needs,” Dr. Houser said.

In addition to addressing pain issues, the office also handles the spectrum of neurologic diseases and conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s, epilepsy and strokes. NNI physicians continually review clinical trials and new therapies to ensure that their patients receive the best possible care.

Northlake Neurological Institute is located at 64301 Louisiana Highway 434 in Lacombe. To contact, call 985-882-4500 or 504-831-6760 or visit their website northlakeneuro.net.

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health Getting Healthy & Staying that Way: Healthe Habits for Living

“Within two months, my cholesterol was down 60 points, I lost 25 pounds and now have the energy and the stamina to embrace the future ahead of me.”

Health Habits for Living addresses chronic illness, inflammation and weight loss in one wholistic program. The program, which is often covered by insurance, trains, coaches and counsels individuals’ exercise and nutrition, while also teaching mental strategies necessary to create lifelong changes in its patients.

Photo by Tom Ballantine

WHEN MIMI RICHARD tripped and fell last year, she had no idea that her misstep was actually the first step in an entire new journey toward health. The fall caused a hand injury that led her to visit Dolly Smith, MPS, LOTR, CHT at Health Habits for Living (HHL). Dolly recommended an integrated approach that would not only rehabilitate Mimi’s hand, but would also address her entire wellbeing.

Mimi was instantly intrigued by HHL. With a history of high cholesterol, her primary care physician had already given her a three-month period by which she needed to get it under control or start taking prescription medication.

“I discovered that all of my needs could be addressed in one program,” Mimi said.

ABOVE: Mimi Richard pictured center with Healthe Habits for Living team, Dolly Smith, MPS, LOTR, CHT, and Amanda Hines.

Health Habits for Living is located at 7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd., Suite 103 in Mandeville. For more information, call 985-892-5716 or visit healthehabitsforliving.com.

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Acne Alternatives THE TREATMENT

of acne, as with so many other medical disorders, has circled back on itself over the last few decades. Years ago, acne treatment depended upon “physical modalities,” such as scrubbing with harsh soaps, ultraviolet light, low dose X-ray sessions, and dietary changes. Prescription medicines, both topical and internal, revolutionized acne therapy with great success, culminating with Accutane in the 80’s, which is still by far the most effective medical agent for moderate to severe or stubborn acne. But the last few years have seen a rise in physical treatments, including photodynamic therapy (PDT), laser genesis, microdermabrasion, dermalinfusion, and dietary supplements, as alternatives in managing this unsightly, disfiguring condition.

Prescription medicines, both topical and internal, revolutionized acne therapy.

PDT involves the application of a solution containing a light-sensitive chemical which first is absorbed into the pores where acne forms and then is activated by harmless visible light rays to quell the inflammation and infection therein. Microdermabrasion and dermalinfusion such as SilkPeelTM abrade the outer layers of skin to unroof clogged pores and stimulate removal of whiteheads and blackheads. Additionally, SilkPeelTM infuses acnespecific serum into the skin. Laser genesis treatments target the redness and pigmentation which often persist after flares of acne.

And of late, dietary phytochemicals derived from certain vegetables have shown promise and efficacy by tweaking estrogen metabolism.

These additions to our armamentarium do not substitute for topical vitamin A creams, topical and systemic antibiotics, and internal vitamin A derivatives, which have the ability to clear and control a great majority of cases. But for those patients who suffer side effects, have very sensitive skin, or whose lifestyles or preferences favor non-medical solutions, there are now sensible alternatives which can help.

Dr. Benson is a board-certified dermatologist and experienced cosmetic surgeon with offices in Ponchatoula (985-370-7546) and Covington (985-898-7999). He is dedicated to providing the latest proven techniques and treatments to patients in the U.S. and abroad. Call Benson Dermatology or visit www.BensonDerm.com.

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LOCAL FAMILY LAW attorney and mediator Michelle Demarest has been practicing law in Louisiana for more than 20 years. With a focus on innovative conflict resolution techniques, she is well equipped to handle a variety of family law disputes including divorce, custody and visitation, child and spousal support, and property and asset division.

“My goal is for my clients to retain control over their own divorce proceedings,” she said.

“I work with them to address issues of concern and settle disputes prior to going into court.

Whenever possible, it is better for divorcing couples to find common ground and compromise rather than leave decisions in the hands of a judge.”

With a keen understanding of how divorce can affect children of all ages, Michelle’s philosophy is to set the foundation for a lifetime of co-parenting before divorce proceedings even begin. Although custody and child support issues may no longer be issues, experiences

Whenever possible, it is better for divorcing couples to find common ground and compromise rather than leave decisions in the hands of a judge. like graduations, weddings and births often involve both divorced parents. “We emphasize the long term needs of the children as a priority,” she said.

“In order for families to heal, they need to move beyond the stress and trauma that is divorce,” she continued. “We are dedicated to helping our clients move on with their lives as quickly and painlessly as possible.”

Michelle R. Demarest, Attorney at Law can be reached at 985-624-9697, 450 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite D, Mandeville or visit demarestlaw.com

health Advance Care Planning ADVANCE CARE PLANNING is an ongoing process that involves the patients, their family members and health care providers, making plans for the patients’ current and future medical care.

It should be proactive, appropriately timed and integrated into routine care. Furthermore, it should be revisited every time a person’s medical condition changes. It reflects a patient’s goals, values and cultural beliefs, which drive his or her specific medical treatment decisions that can be recorded in an advance directive.

There are various kinds of advance directives, but only two types are recognized by state law in the United States: (a) Living Will: Lays out patients’ preferences for life sustaining treatments and resuscitation. This may cover choice of hospitalization, artificial tube feeding, dialysis, etc. (b) Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care: Designates a choice of surrogate decision makers.

Advance Directives (AD) are completed while a person can still make his or her own decisions with regard to his or her future medical care in the event he or she loses the capacity to make such decisions. ADs can be revoked orally by the patient at any time.

There are various kinds of advance directives, but only two types are recognized by state law in the United States.

Advance Care Planning effectively improves multiple outcomes, including reduction in hospitalization at end of life, less intensive treatments at end of life, increased likelihood of dying in their preferred place, increased satisfaction with quality of care and decreased risk of stress, anxiety and depression in surviving relatives of deceased persons.

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The Answer is in Your Genes Body by Dr. B.—the desire to be thin, you can achieve it! Until now there has always been a plethora of the “In” diets, i.e., Atkins™, South Beach™, Ideal Protein®, Jennie Craig®, which worked for the holy few and yet not the masses. Were the others weak? Were they closet eaters? Couch potatoes?

No! In most cases, they were trying to fit square genes into a round genes hole. We have the answer, “Dare to be thin—Body by Dr. B.—The Answer is in Your Genes (not jeans)!”

Metabolic Syndrome X (MSX) addresses endocrine dispositions where several medical cousins are present including high blood pressure, thyroid, cholesterol and obesity. Dr. Burkenstock has lectured for Lakeview and East Jefferson Hospitals, seven pharmaceutical corporations and organizations on MSX. Dr. Burkenstock is an Internal Medicine Physician and has extensive studies with top Endocrine and Anti-Aging luminaries such as Dr. Kanakopoulos (Greece), Dr. Runels (USA), Dr. le Coz (Belgium) and Dr. Chataby (Canada).

As we know with Metabolic Syndrome X, its increased sugar, sluggish thyroid and high cortisol levels lead to weight gain. In addition, female and male hormone changes associated with middle age increases belly fat and pack on the pounds. We first address MSX & homone issues before a simple diet change and exercise plan will be successful. After we have addressed the MSX concerns and if weight loss is still a battle then a multistep approach is pertinent for Skinny Success! Dr. B. has created a Personal Coach driven lifestyle plan with detox days, weight loss weeks and a maintenance program combined with proper calorie burning movement, exercise, good antioxidant nutrition and vitamins to ensure Skinny Success!

We have personal lifestyle coaches available 7 days per week to enhance the Dare to be Thin lifestyle plan. Dr. B. tests 17 genes to discover if you have a gene mutation which directly alters the normal diet and exercise game plan. While it is true that most clients respond to a Mediterranean style, green vegetable, protein filled, low carbohydrate and fat diet, certain others by genetic predisposition (IRS1 CC & GIPR T allele genes) may respond to a devilishly high carbohydrate, low fat diet; still yet others with the (IL-6 C allele gene) lose weight with a high fat, low carbohydrate diet.

If this were not baffling enough, did you know that certain gene types respond to short repetitive bursts of high impact exercise while other gene types lose weight with longer slower endurance exercise intervals? For example, genes such as the (ACE SNP DD) lose more weight with short term power based aerobic activity while the gene type (ACTN3) lose more and tone better with endurance type exercise. By determining your gene profile, we then structure your Custom Lifestyle Plan. Client A based on their genes may have a high complex carbohydrate diet and slow endurance exercise strategy plan; while Client B may require a high monounsaturated fat diet and short high impact exercise plan; and yet Client C may require high protein, low carbohydrate, low fat diet and combination endurance and high impact exercise depending on their gene makeup.

Dr. Burkenstock’s main goal is to keep patients healthy by understanding their condition, treating it aggressively and teaching them to live healthier every day because, “You Are So Worth It!”

Stay tuned for part 6, Anti-aging & Skin Perfection, in this Metabolic Syndrome X series.

Look for Dr. Burkenstock on “News With a Twist” Tuesdays on WGNO ABC at 6:00 p.m.

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of important figures for 2015 that we use regularly in our practice (the Medicaid and VA figures are “projected” figures as the final figures do not publish until January or February).

The amount you are free to give to each person for this year without either party having to file anything with the IRS: $14,000 (this means a married couple could give $28,000 to each person).

The amount one spouse may gift for free to the other spouse who is not a U.S. Citizen: $147,000, and to a spouse who is a U.S. Citizen: an unlimited amount.

The amount you are able to leave your loved ones at your death free of any estate taxes or state inheritance taxes: $5,430,000 (this means that a married couple may leave $10,860,000).

For Medicaid purposes, the amount the “at home” community spouse may retain in countable resources if the other spouse is in a nursing home: $119,220 (the primary home is not considered as a “countable” resource, but after the death of both spouses Medicaid may seek estate recovery against the home).

For Medicaid purposes, a single person who is in a nursing home may keep only up to $2,000 in countable resources, a married couple who both are in a nursing home may keep only up to $3,000 in countable resources.

Medicaid will not institute estate recovery if an heir’s adjusted gross income (AGI) is 300% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, the following are annualized figures based on family size: (1) $35,010, (2) $47,190, (3) $59,370, (4) $71,550, (5) $83,730.

For Medicaid purposes, the amount of monthly income the “at home” spouse may keep of the “institutionalized” spouse’s monthly income is up to $2,980.50 per month total (assuming the “at home” spouse had no other income).

For the VA Aid & Attendance Improved Pension Program monthly figures: both Veteran and Spouse: $2,120, Veteran only: $1,789, Spouse of healthy Veteran: $1,371, Widow of Veteran: $1,149 and Veteran married to Veteran: $2,837.

To have the assessed value of your Homestead “frozen” according to the “Senior Freeze” laws, an owner of the property must be 65 years of age or older and have an AGI of $71,563 or less.

Ronda M. Gabb & Associates LLC, “A Louisiana Estate Planning & Elder Law Practice.” She is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and is a Board Certified Estate Planning and Administration Specialist certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. Her office is located at 40 Louis Prima Drive in Covington. Call 985-892-0942 or visit her on the web at www.RondaMGabb.com.

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St. Tammany was honored with the Entrepreneurial Community Award in Washington, DC for its business counseling session, skills training and workforce development.

Congratulations to the businesses that received the St. Tammany West Chamber’s Business Appreciation Awards: All American Healthcare Covington—Service with a Smile; K. Gee’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar—Go Give; Lakeview Regional Medical Center—Innovation; The Southern Hotel—Site to See; Old Rail Brewery Company—Site to See; Money Hill Golf & Country Club—Site to See; Mugshots Grill and Bar (big business)—Out of the Gate Running; Live Fit Smoothies, LLC (small business)—Out of the Gate Running; Nonna Randazzo’s Italian Bakery—All in the Family Award; St. Paul’s School—Legacy Award; Pool Corporation—Employee Training Award; and Hornbeck Offshore Services, Inc.— Tammany Proud Award.

DIY Network featured Northshore Millwork, LLC in an episode of “Amish Renegades.” The crew filmed a large part of the show at their 60,000 square foot facility in Mandeville, which inventories exotic and rare woods from all over the world along with machines dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s.

Sophisticated Woman’s own Anna Grundmann LeDonne was chosen to join a panel of St. Scholastica Academy alumnae to discuss career opportunities to juniors and seniors during the school’s annual Career Day in October.

For more information from our local leaders and officials, please visit our website at SophisticatedWoman.com.

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Mandeville was named “America’s Digital City in the State of Louisiana” by Google for the second year in a row.

Leadership Northshore toured Bayou Lacombe Middle School and had lunch in the cafeteria. Leadership is an innovative program, which assists in preparing emerging community leaders for leadership positions in local government, business and community affairs.

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at 2 a.m. in New Brunswick, Canada during a snowstorm and learned that I was one of 22,000 people without electrical power. I started to panic; my flight out was not only delayed, but cancelled until the next day. I learned this after a 20-minute hold on the phone during which I tried to save my cellphone battery. What to do? I couldn’t plan for the whole day because I didn’t know what was going to happen next. So, I made a plan for the next hour then the next. This comforted me. Bring a flashlight, make sure cellphone is charged up, have clothes ready to go. I did sleep. When daylight came, I went to another town, looked for lights and shared an impromptu Thanksgiving meal with family.

I felt in better control. I couldn’t control the circumstances but I did control my responses.

The bigger lack of control for me right now is that my Dad has lung cancer, which is why I was in New Brunswick. What powerlessness I feel about that! Part of empowering Dad is

I couldn’t control the circumstances but I did control my responses. getting second opinions and making choices, plans for his treatment. His case is not curable and treatment is centered not on quantity of life but quality of life. Dad is having radiation treatments.

The plans my siblings and I had before Dad’s diagnosis have changed. Our plans now are to be with Dad as often as possible and celebrate that hour and the next.

As we start out 2015 together, let’s plan for quality in all that we do. God bless you my friends.

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Dr. Candice L. Knight ENTERPRISING WOMAN WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE PHOTOS BY STEVE RANDON

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DR. CANDICE L. KNIGHT may have come back to her native New Orleans after graduating from Yale in 2001, yet the past 12 months are what really mark her return home. After six years of practicing in a more traditional hospital setting, Dr. Knight has reignited her passion for holistic wellness with Knight Integrative Medicine.

“I wanted to do more than treat people’s symptoms. I wanted to bring them to true health,” Dr. Knight explained. The current medical model is more reactive than proactive.

While it is great that we can provide relief from symptoms with medications, we really need to treat the root of the problem as well. Without that, it can be a slippery slope. People may take one medicine for one symptom, another medicine for another symptom, and yet another medicine to help with the side effects. All the while, they still haven’t addressed the underlying conditions that are perpetuating the symptoms in the first place.”

Discouraged by the limitations of a traditional practice, Dr. Knight became more involved with integrative medicine—an approach that first intrigued her during medical school where both patient and practitioner work in partnership to optimize health and healing.

Based on the principles of integrative medicine, Dr. Knight ultimately decided to focus on functional medicine, a subset of the integrative specialty.

“Functional medicine is a therapeutic dynamic that allows me to really get to know my patients and assess the entire spectrum

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ABOVE L-R : Kelly Saucier, RN, Whitney Brumfield, LPN, Dr. Candice Knight and Dana LeDuff, CHC.

of dysfunction. We dig deep and look at the totality of their lives. Not just their medical history but also what they eat, how they live and how they connect with their families and co-workers,” she said.

Noting that her goal is to restore biochemistry, Dr. Knight said that functional medicine also allows her the flexibility to utilize a variety of treatment options such as prescription and botanical medicines, supplements, hormone replacement or modulation along with behavior modifications like exercise, diet and stress management techniques.

“Holistic remedies are viable, not only in the treatment of disease, but they can also play a significant role in the prevention of disease as well,” she said. “These are natural alternatives that have not only proven the test of time for thousands of years but are also just as well researched as pharmaceuticals.”

With a diverse array of “tools in her toolbox,” Dr. Knight said one of the most important tools is actually the patient. “We need to change this idea that the outcome is solely dependent on the physician, to one that values the therapeutic partnership. While the physician must give guidance with a prescription plan, the patient determines the full effect by having to execute it.”

A Supporting Environment— Inside & Out Dr. Knight is committed to making sure that her patients have all the support they need to get healthy and stay that way—so much so that the practice includes a Certified Health

Counselor (CHC) who provides patients with direction and support. CHC Dana LeDuff (who is also Dr. Knight’s sister) explained that she serves as coach, counselor and budding nutritionist. “I help our patients overcome obstacles while also serving as someone to whom they are held accountable on their health journeys.”

Nurses Kelly Saucier, RN and Whitney Brumfield, LPN round out the staff. In addition to providing personal attention and care, they also share their experiences in blogs on the practice’s website. The blogs have provided them with an outlet to pursue their individual passions: Dana writes about nutrition, Kelly covers cooking and Whitney focuses on exercise.

“We want to promote a sense of partnership and healing on every level—from investing in ongoing training for our staff to the actual physical design, décor and ambiance of the office,” Dr. Knight said. The custom furnishings, soothing music and original artwork all contribute to the spa experience. “Our goal is for people to breathe a deep sigh and experience a sense of relaxation when they enter.”

Further pampering can be found at the apothecary-like smoothie bar, where a variety of blends are available for purchase. Born out of a desire to help patients with healthy, onthe-go meal options, the medical smoothie bar is available to anyone who is interested in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

A True Family Practice Inspired by the medical care her grandfather received following a heart transplant when she was just 6 years old, Dr. Knight has never

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Ingredients: antioxidant nutrients, selenium, zinc, calcium, folate, and vitamin B12, L-glutamine, unsweetened almond milk, pineapple, mango and ice.

“Jolly Green Gut” with GI Sustain Medical Food Designed for patients with leaky gut syndrome or those who suffer from GI discomfort by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria to address dysbiosis.

Ingredients: amino acids and prebiotic fiber, low-allergen-potential macronutrients, L-glutamine, isomalto-oligosaccharides (IMO), spinach, kale, lemon, celery and coconut water.

“Peachy Greens Detox” with UltraClear Renew Designed for patients suffering with fibromyalgia and individuals needing additional support for Phase II liver detoxification.

Ingredients: low-allergen-potential rice protein base with spinach, kale, lemon, celery and coconut water.

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ABOVE: Dana LeDuff, CHC and Candice LeDuff Knight, MD. BELOW: Hand-carved door handles, made by Dr. Knight’s father, adorn the space and inspired the design for the practice logo.

“I love that my own boys get to see me have so much fun with my siblings. Family really is everything.” wavered in her desire to become a doctor. Prior to attending the LSU School of Medicine, she received a master’s degree in public health from the Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

“Having a background in public health has helped me see things from a global perspective. That insight, coupled with my personal experiences in rural, family medicine, is what propelled me to embark on this journey toward integrative medicine,” she said.

After inviting her sister Dana to visit an integrative practice in Houston last year, the two decided to embark on their journey together. Dr. Knight explained, “Because of Dana’s extensive background in medical management, I wanted her counsel and guidance. She was so moved by the visit that Dana not only recommended that I pursue my dream, she also decided that she wanted to be a part of it.”

Dana has since received her certification as a CHC from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and is now pursuing a master’s degree in nutrition. “We saved each other,” Dana said. “We were both in corporate jobs and questioning our real purpose. It became very clear to both of us that this was an opportunity to help people and really make a difference.”

“It is also great to be able to work with my sister, and to have her back home,” Dr. Knight added. “I love that my own boys get to see me have so much fun with my siblings. Family really is everything.”

As a busy mom and wife, Dr. Knight understands the many challenges that her patients face on a daily basis—from hectic morning routines to nightly homework ordeals. She credits her husband Fredro “Collins” Knight, an ER doctor at Louisiana Heart Hospital, for helping her maintain balance. Noting that he helps with the shopping, sporting events and music lessons with their boys Trey and Chase, Dr. Knight said she knew she loved Collins early in their relationship. “When we met, I had just started LSU and he had just finished his residency program. He essentially went to medical school a second time as he supported me through my studies. I couldn’t get through the day without him,” she said.

One of the biggest lessons she is trying to teach her patients is that there is beauty in imperfection. “Learning to live in the moment is probably the hardest thing to do. It is something I am working on too. Yet, at the end of the day, I know that what we are doing here matters. I have the same excitement about treating patients now as I did when I was in medical school.”

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Candice L. Knight, M.D., M.P.H. is a member of the Institute for Functional Medicine, certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and certified by the American Board of Integrative & Holistic Medicine. Knight Integrative Medicine is located at 2033 N. Highway 190, Suite 16 in Covington.

For more information, call 985-867-5516 or visit knightintegrative.com.

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Workout Wear

Studio To Street Style WE’VE ALL BEEN THERE— after an early morning workout, you head to the market and, of course, see everyone you know—in your tattered workout clothes and sweaty, pony-tailed hair. Luckily with today’s fashionable choices in athletic wear, you can go from the gym to the grocery and everywhere in between, while staying stylish and appropriately covered. Check out these local styles, picked by our Fashion Editor Patty Beal and shot on location at the Covington Farmer’s Market, to acheieve a multifunctional wardrobe for your on-the-go lifestyle.

Makeup: April Green & Lauren Green, 484-264-0702. Photography: Rebecca Ratliff 985-502-5761.

Models: Creating U Academy, 985-796-1818.

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Alexandra is wearing a turquoise splatter legging $74, with coordinating reverse-colored sweater shirt $106, topped off with black short brimmed cap $20. All available from Purre Barre, 985-674-7577.

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Pearl is wearing a black and white color-block set including sports bra $60, Capri work-out leggings $74, and turtleneck pullover $68.

All available at Basics Underneath, 985-727-9521.

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Lauren is modeling a comfortable outfit from Nux. Cute maroon tie-dye leggings $79, with black cut-out back and thumb-hole sleeved top $69.

All available at ShoefflĂŠ, 985-898-6465.

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Cameron is wearing a blue marbled 1/2 zip pullover, providing great coverage $94, with classic black work-out legging $89. All available at Stone Creek Club & Spa, 985-801-7100.

Fashion Editor Patty Beal of Closetopia, a wardrobe consulting service. She can be reached at 985-502-6673.

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Kid’s Tip: Cook in Muffin Tins!

Not only does it help with proportion sizing, the tins also provide easy-to-freeze meals that are great for quick dinners or snacks. A fun recipe is the “Meat Muffin” which is meatloaf baked in muffin tins and “iced” with mashed potatoes!

–Sherrí Hansen, Culinary Kids It’s time to dust off the ever-popular Mardi Gras ladders and get them ready for action. These ingenious creations do more than keep the kiddos away from the fray. In true South Louisiana fashion,

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1 | Lake Harbor Middle School chose fifth grade student Elise Strain as the Student of the Year. She is currently working with The Lake Harbor Relay for Life Team to raise money for the American Cancer Society by selling “Cool Caps for Cancer.” Pictured are Elise Strain and Principal Susan Patin.

2 | Kindergarten students in Mrs. Kinler’s class at Madisonville Elementary had fun cooking up a yummy turkey treat!

3 | A 2014 graduate of St. Paul’s School, Steven Arias earned a scholarship from the Retired Military Officers Association of America by winning the organization’s essay contest.

Pictured are: Kim Kimberly, Lt. Col. US Army (Retired), Trevor Watkins, Principal of Saint Paul’s School, Steven’s parents, Jose and Maria Moreno, Steven Arias, and Rob Maness, Col. US Air Force (Retired) and M Sgt. A.J. East, ROTC instructor at Saint Paul’s School.

4 | Addison Riecke, Covington native and star of Nickelodeon’s hit TV show The Thundermans, visited the Three Rivers Art Festival where she signed autographs and met local fans. Pictured here with Madison Tripp.

5 | Six members of the St. Scholastica Academy volleyball team earned Division II, District 5 AllDistrict Honors. Gabby Chaix, Emma Estapa, Jessica Lucio and Allison Weimer made 1st Team All-District, with Estapa earning MVP. Maddie Morris and Mikayla Richard made 2nd Team All District.

6 | Sixth grader Madison Pearson was named “Principal for a Day” at Bayou Lacombe Middle School for selling the most candy in a fundraiser to benefit Positive Behavior Support.

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Gardening

Recharge the Positive WRITTEN BY LISA RIBBECK LYONS

MOTHER NATURE

sets the stage in January for new beginnings. While everyone worries about resolutions, she is in the process of recharging her battery for the coming year.

We should all do the same—focus on what we WANT to happen in 2015! There is no better place to do that then right in your own backyard.

Winter sunlight is the best stimulus for positive energy. Sit for a few minutes in the direct rays and let your eyes wander over your stripped down landscape. Amazing how the removal of summer leaves allows lots of light to dance into your garden. Use the bare winter bones to begin painting a picture of what you would like to see mid-summer. Remove the things that did not work and replace them in your mind’s eye with something new. This may not be the time to do all the new plantings, but a visual picture may be your canvas when 32 Sophisticated Woman | January 2015

spring arrives. Perhaps some written notes will be helpful reminders when the time for planting rolls around.

The garden, just like us, also needs time to rest. That is exactly what winter provides. We see leafless trees and shrubs, bare flowerbeds and brown lawns. These things are not lifeless. They are merely recharging for what lies ahead. You can help nature out just a little by using this down time to prepare for spring’s rebirth. While looking at the bare bone landscape, decide what trees and shrubs need to be trimmed. If they are bare, it is certainly a great time to do so. Leafy plants can wait. Perennials definitely need to be cut back now. If you have no perennials (plants that come back each year), go to a local nursery and ask about plants that do well in this area. Find out when they will come in and where they might flourish in your garden. All of these things will help to

paint that mental picture of positive change in your garden.

Don’t stop there. Think about adding garden paths and statuary to accentuate areas not utilized. You have all winter to shop around for the best deals on these ideas. Add this to your mental garden picture and then make it a reality. Use the winter garden as a place to find your own positive energy for 2015. Following nature’s cues instead of fighting them may be just the answer to recharging your own positive vibes for the year ahead. Drink in the warm winter sun whenever you can and rest when the darkness falls! As each day lengthens, you will be refreshed with positive energy and a new canvas in your own backyard. Plug in and let nature help your battery recharge!

Email your gardening questions and comments to Lisa at gardening@sophisticatedwoman.com.

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A Mandeville Retreat WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE PHOTOS BY TIM DUNFORD

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WHEN LISA AND ERIC Beloso purchased their house in Mandeville following Hurricane Katrina, they did not have much of a wish list or design scheme in mind— they simply wanted a place to call home. Almost ten years later, the couple realized that their house had truly become their home in every sense of the word. They adore their neighbors. They have family and friends that live nearby. And like most families who relocated after the storm, their daughter Erica has now lived in the new home almost as long as she lived in their house in St. Bernard.

While the fixtures and furnishings reflected their personal style, the couple felt their home did not accurately reflect their lifestyle. In order to make the home more conducive to entertaining, they created an outdoor living space that has since become the heart of their home.

Separated into four sections, the space contains a living area, an outdoor kitchen, bar and dining space. All flow seamlessly into one another under a pitched ceiling of cypress planks and decorative metalwork.

Lisa said that on any given weekend, they have up to 20-30 people over to visit. Both she and Eric love to cook—and it doesn’t hurt that they do it really well. They often serve fresh seafood from the waters off St. Bernard. From chargrilled and raw oysters to a fish fry or crab boil, the Belosos probably serve as much seafood as some local restaurants, and it’s just as good!

“We love having our family here,” Eric said. “One night we may be watching an LSU game and getting rowdy and the next night we’ll have our nieces over watching a movie and drinking hot chocolate. It doesn’t get any better than that.”

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Addition design and construction by homeowner Eric Beloso and Philip Masson.

Brick work by Thomas Jackson.

Plans by the late Charlie Luke.

Granite by North Lion Stones.

Concrete by Parish Concrete.

Concrete scoring and treatment by Artistic Concrete Floors, LLC. Electrical work by Malachi Lindsey with The Electrician, LLC.

Bricks by Brick and Block Products, LLC. Appliances and barbecue pit by Shoppers Choice in Baton Rouge.

Lighting and fixtures by Pine Grove Electrical Supply, Inc. Sophisticated Woman | January 2015 37

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Steeped in tradition and ceremony, Carnival coronations are the unofficial kick-off to the season, marking the beginning of the King and Queen’s reign for the coming year. Two local Mardi Gras krewes, Eve and Lyra, held coronation festivities to publicly announce their royal courts.

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EVENTS

january Every Monday Weekly Square Dance with the Ozone Squares Square Dance Club. 8–10 P.M., Bogue Falaya Hall, 317 Jefferson Ave., Covington, 985-626-5407, ozonesquares.com.

January 8 Ponchatoula Chamber After Hours.

5:30−7 P.M., Ponchatoula Lions Club, 750 E. Pine St., Ponchatoula, 985-386-2536, ponchatoulachamber.com.

Every 2nd & 4th Monday St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide SOS Survivors of Suicide Support Group meetings.

6:30–8 P.M., First Baptist Church, 1895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, 985-237-5506, stops-la.org.

January 9 Northlake Newcomers January Luncheon.

Speaker from Perino’s Garden Center, 10 A.M., members $28.50, guest $31.50, reservations required by January 2, Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985234-9649, newcomersinfo211@gmail.com, northlakenewcomers.com.

Every Wednesday Covington Farmers Market. 10 A.M.–2 P.M., Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Every Saturday Covington Farmers Market. 8 A.M.–Noon, 609 N. Columbia St. or side lawn of the Covington Police Dept., covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Hammond Farmers Market. 8 A.M.–Noon, corner of W. Thomas St. and S.W. Railroad Ave., downtown Hammond, 985-277-5680, dddhammond.com.

Camellia City Market. 8 A.M.–1 P.M., City parking lot at the corner of Robert and Front Streets in Olde Towne Slidell, camelliacitymarket.org.

Mandeville Trailhead Community Market.

9 A.M.–1 P.M., Mandeville Trailhead Cultural Interpretive Center, 985-624-3147, mandevillemarket@gmail.com.

Every 2nd Saturday Madisonville Art Market. 10 A.M.–4 P.M., Water St., Madisonville, 985-643-5340, madisonvilleartmarket.com.

January 9 Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents Béla Fleck and New World Symphony. 7:30 P.M., First Baptist Church, 16333 Hwy 1085, Covington, lpomusic.com.

January 9−10 Playmakers Theatre presents Star Wars staged reading. 8 P.M., directed by Jacob Zeringue and Kay Files, tickets will be a $5 donation at the door, Playmakers Theatre, 19106 Playmakers Rd., Covington, playmakersinc.com.

January 10 Integrative Breathwork Journey. Inner journey with music, expression, unblocking of chakras, and re-birthing the inner self, 10 A.M.−6 P.M., $75, Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St., Abita Springs, 985-264-8089, info@womenscenterforhealing.com.

January 10 St. John Fools of Misrule. 7 P.M., marching parade begins at Columbia Street Tap Room, 434 N. Columbia, Covington, foolsofmisrule.com.

Every Sunday Abita Springs Farmers Market. Noon–4 P.M., Abita Trailhead, 985-807-4447, mrnmedic@gmail.com.

January 1 The Ice Man Dip & Dash presented by Franco’s.

11 A.M., $30 donation to participate, catered by Bosco’s Italian Café, for more information contact the program director at 985-792-0247.

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January 16−February 1 Slidell Little Theatre presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Friday−Saturday: 8 P.M., Sunday: 2 P.M., Tickets are $16 adults, $8 youth, $5 for children 10 and under, Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell, 985-641-0324.

January 17 Journal to the Self, a dynamic personal reflection and therapeutic writing workshop. Facilitated by Eric Morgan, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., 8:30 A.M.−4 P.M., Northshore Pastoral Center, 69090 East Hwy. 190 Service Rd., Covington, 504-583-0461, ericamorganlcsw.com.

January 17−18 Healing Touch Level 1. Introduction to Healing Touch International/Beyond Borders certificate program, 8:30 A.M.−6 P.M., Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St., Abita Springs, 228-342-1519, tothealt@aol.com.

January 17 & 24 Introduction to Raw Food. Two day series, Chef Toni Van Duyne teaches raw food as a new culinary art and not just raw fruits and vegetables, 9 A.M.−1 P.M., $50/class, Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson St., Abita Springs, 504-460-1171.

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January 19 Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce Installation & Awards Banquet. 5 P.M., location TBD, 985-386-2536, ponchatoulachamber.com.

January 20 Lunch and Learn on Coping with Diabetes & Keeping Well in the New Year. 11:30 A.M.−1 P.M., presented by Jeanette Rousseau, Community Center at Christwood, 100 Christwood Blvd., Covington, 985-292-1234, jportmann@christwoodrc.com.

January 22 St. Tammany West Chamber presents Northshore Rising Professionals’ Leadership Summit. A halfday workshop designed to motivate and empower young professionals, 8 A.M.−Noon: program, Noon−1 P.M.: lunch, $50 per person, Fleur de Lis Event Center, 1645 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-273-3008.

January 23−25 Ponchatoula City Wide Inventory Clearance Sale.

Participating shops will be clearing out inventory with storewide sales, 9 A.M.−6 P.M., for more information contact the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce office at 985-386-2536.

January 23−February 21 Salad Days Juried Exhibition of Student Art. Opening reception Friday, January 23, 6−8 P.M., special hours on Saturday, February 21: 9 A.M.−Noon, admission is free, The Slidell Cultural Center, 2055 Second St., Slidell, slidell.la.us.

January 31 10th Annual President’s Arts Awards Gala.

6−9:30 P.M., St. Tammany Parish Justice Center, 701 N. Columbia St., Covignton, for more information or to purchase tickets call 985-898-5243, arts@stpgov.org.

January 24 Burns Night at the English Tea Room. Scottish poetry readings, live bag pipe music and traditional haggis with four course Scottish dinner. 734 East Rutland Street, Covington, 985-898-3998, info@englishtearoom.com.

January 25 Safe Harbor celebrates their annual Gala The Real Men of St. Tammany Parish. 6 P.M., tickets are $100 per person, Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, 985-778-0264.

January 25 Krewe of Slidellians followed by the Krewe of Claude. 1 P.M., parade begins along Pontchartrain Dr., Slidell, slidellwomenscivicclub.org.

January 31 Krewe of Bilge. Noon, boats parade along the canals of the Eden Isles subdivision, Slidell, kreweofbilge.com.

January 31 Christ Episcopal School’s King Cake 5k and Fun Run. 7 A.M., Christ Episcopal School, Early Childhood Campus, 120 S. New Hampshire St., Covington, 985-871-9902, christepiscopalschool.org.

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MANY ADULTS have been faced with a toothache at sometime in their lives. Root canal therapy was performed to remove the remaining nerve and any infection in the tooth. Most of these teeth become asymptomatic and heal.

However, there are times when the tooth remains symptomatic or becomes reinfected.

At that point, one is faced with the decision of removing the tooth or dealing with the infection. How does one make the decision?

There are many reasons for a root canal to fail. There could be circumstances beyond the control of the dentist to thoroughly clean the roots. Many times the seal above the gum becomes compromised and the root canal system is compromised by bacteria. Teeth that are severely broken down pose a greater risk of fracture. The severity of infection prior to treating the tooth can also affect a root canal.

The list goes on. One thing is certain; the most successful treatment is the FIRST treatment.

All treatment following comes with a lower likelihood of success.

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Previously, implants were only placed by oral surgeons. With the advancements in implant systems, 3D planning software and implant residency courses, general dentists can now perform these procedures right in the office.

The convenience of having the same dentist both place and restore the implant saves both time and money.

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“Huntington’s tutoring program is focused, friendly, and fantastic. The engagement of parents at various stages of the program provided the platform to interact and customize individualized activities for our daughter.”

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PAYTON D. (1st Grade) “I learned a good bit of math and a good bit of reading. The teachers at Huntington are very nice.

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I never heard one bad word about any of the teachers working with the kids. Thank you very much Huntington.”

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For over 38 years, Huntington’s highly trained tutors have given students the skills, confidence, and motivation needed to get back on the right track.