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Publisher / CEO Angela C. Slovak, Ph.D. Creative Director Barbara Kardokus Creative Design Staff Kristen McEuen Lauren Rust Editor Paul Fairchild Editorial Staff Jan Collymore Contributing Authors Jessica Sanchez Andrea Nakayama, CNC, HHC, NC Brandon Mills, DC Sara Alavi Robin Fernendez Michael Briscoe, DC Stan Marker Vicki Monks Jaime N. Conover, MA, LPC Sherry Andrusiak Victoria Renard Kelsie Guthrie Dallas Noerdlinger Sue Tarr Photo Support Larch Photography Jeremy Bitterman Nicole Renard Photography Shannon Elaine’s Photography Select Photography Oklahoma Dept. of Agriculture Georgia Read Allison Frederick
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On the cover this issue is Miss Sooner State, Victoria Renard. She recently competed in the Miss Oklahoma pageant and she shares her experience with our readers on about the pageantry and the awkwardness growing up. As Victoria continues her journey ultimately towards the Miss America pageant, she is building a strong platform for youth wellness. The enlightened story of healthy living and making it a true lifestyle is on page 15.
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Postcards from Summer Oprah once said, “I had to face reality and let it go. I asked God to help me release this desperate yearning . . . An old spiritual came to mind: I surrender all. And I did. . . I was suddenly over come with a sense of peace and knew I’d be fine whether or not I got the role.” Oprah goes on to say, “My life changed after that because I decided that I would never again allow myself to be so attached to an expectation.” This statement by one of America’s most revered women when it comes to advice is so profound to me. I have found that by letting go of my personal expectations of life’s outcomes, I can truly embrace the moment and appreciate others around me. Everything happens for a reason, reasons we may not realize and so many things are truly out of our control. Lucky for me, I love my j-o-b teaching college science courses, which affords me a more flexi-schedule with two busy kids at home. Although I have incorporated my career into much more community service and volunteer work, this often gives me a chance to have my kids alongside me when I work. So many parents I’ve spoken to miss out on the day-to-day special moments with their kids. This summer I’ve had the pleasure of watching my kids plant their first vegetable garden. It’s complete with butternut squash, cucumber, watermelons and a bumper crop of zucchini this year. Since we’ve been outdoors so much more, I’ve also been able to watch our six-year old daughter bond and fall in love with a stray cat, which began climbing the fence every morning to see us on our back patio. We’ve named our new kitty Thunder! In honor of OKC’s Thunder, the Western Conference Champions, we have another feature this month with athletic trainer Dwight Daub. We originally ran this story last fall before the NBA lock-out threatened to cancel the entire season. Thank goodness they worked it out! We are so blessed to have 19 year-old Victoria Renard on our cover and sharing her story about youth wellness. Oklahoma is bursting at the seams this summer with health and wellness opportunities. We bring it all to you in one easy to read format. You’ll also find in this issue fabulous summer recipes and strategies for looking your best in the summer heat! Be well,
Publisher, Thrive Magazine Founder of OKC Health and Wellness Group
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Chesapeake’s Non-Traditional Work Station by Angela C. Slovak, Ph.D.
15 Healthy Living - Make It A Lifestyle by Victoria Renard 21 Sculpting Your Arms for Summer with barre3 owner Andrea Mason 22 Thunder UP! Meet the Thunder Behind the OKC Thunder An interview with OKC Thunder trainer Dwight Daub by Paul Fairchild 24 Oklahoma SkyDance Foot Bridge by Paul Fairchild
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The Pressure for Perfection by Jaime N. Conover, MA, LPC Are You Pouring On the Pounds? by Vicki Monks Wellness At Work Initiatives with News 9 Pilates Sports Center Certification Programs In Oklahoma 39 Airborne Assaults by Michael Briscoe, D.C. 43 Watch Out for Whiplash by Brandon Mills, D.C.
Mind / Body Connection 41 Miracle Belts Help with Proprioception by Robin Fernandez
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Whipped Cream Tart from Andrea Nakayama Sunny Summer Pepper Flower Eggs from Barbara Kardokus
Thriving In the Garden 18 It Takes A Village To Have a Great Community Garden by Stan Marker 33 Farm To School Success by Jessica Sanchez 35 The Dirty Dozen 37 Farmers’ Market Guide
Summer Travel 30 Alternatives to Gas Guzzlers by Paul Fairchild
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by Angela C. Slovak, Ph.D. Many careers require employees to be seated at a computer terminal for the majority of their work day. Taking the seated position at the computer for hours on end can cause a wide range of imbalances in the body. These ailments range from wrist pain due to carpal tunnel inflammation, low back discomfort, muscle spasms in the hips and swelling in the lower extremities. On the Oklahoma City campus of Chesapeake Energy Corporation, there are numerous healthy-living options for employees, including a 72,000 sq. ft. fitness center with a pilates studio, indoor basketball courts, sand volleyball court, rock wall climbing, and four restaurants offering healthy fare. But Chesapeake employees also have the option to be healthy while working at the computer.
Walking Workstation
Toni Parks-Payne demonstrates Walkstation
The walking workstation or Walkstation, is a height-adjustable computer workstation and desk attached to a commercial-grade treadmill that allows the user to walk while working on the phone or computer terminal. Toni Parks-Payne is the director of Chesapeake’s Fitness Center and admits, “The speed of the treadmill is only 2 MPH, but it’s enough to get my heart rate up after a two hour conference call.” The walking workstation offers an active alternative to sitting at your desk while working. Throughout the Chesapeake campus there are two of these Walkstations and they’re available for the emplyees to use on a first-come first-served basis.
The Sit-Stand Program
The Sit-Stand program is in its first year of implementation at Chesapeake. Chesapeake offers Ergotron stands to support Chesapeake employees with certain health needs. Employees begin by completing an ADA application, meet with a Chesapeake wellness consultant, and then have an Ergotron stand installed on either a temporary or permanent basis depending on their needs. Lance Haffner is a Chesapeake Sr. Manager of Field Human Resources and uses a standing workstation in his office due to a back injury. Haffner reports being in the standing position about 50% of the time while in front of the computer or on his phone. Both the phone and computer are elevated, but the Ergotron allows for the independent adjustment of the keyboard from the monitor.
Lance Haffner at his sit-stand work station
Angela Schmidt, Chesapeake’s Health and Wellness Educator and resident chiropractor, supervises the Sit-Stand program. “Chesapeake understands the importance of creating a healthy work environment for employees. Since the Sit-Stand program provides a more comfortable desk arrangement, employees are less distracted at work and typically have fewer health complaints.”
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Rowers make their Olympic Dreams come true on the Oklahoma River by Sherry Andrusiak
“It’s been a wild ride so far, and we’ve only just begun,” said Bryan Volpenhein, head rowing coach of the Oklahoma City National High Performance Center (OKCNHPC). Volpenhein is referring to the fact that his lightweight four, consisting of Anthony Fahden, Will Newell, Nick LaCava, and Robin Prendes from the OKC training center, has met their first challenge by qualifying for the 2012 Games in London. “The crew felt a lot of pressure, as they had to earn the spot for the USA in May at the 2012 Final Olympic Qualification Regatta, an event that offers countries around the world a final chance to qualify crews in several boat classes to race in London,” explained Coach Volpenhein, himself a three-time Olympian.
The Lightweight Olympic Team of four consists of Anthony Fahden, Will Newell, Nick LaCava, and Robin Prendes from the OKC training center. Photo by Georgia Read
Paralympic Training site for rowing, but we didn’t know what to expect in Oklahoma City,” said Fahden, who grew up in Lafayette, California. “We have been so fortunate to be in this community. Everyone, even those who don’t know much about rowing, have been tremendously supportive and for that we want to say, ‘Thanks!’,” Fahden said.
“That regatta was very stressful. We had to win our race to qualify. It was our only shot, and now that we’ve made it we know we’ve overcome a situation that’s more intimidating than racing at the Olympics. With that behind us, the guys are ready to move forward and see what else they can accomplish this summer.” In a boat class that requires each athlete to weigh 160 lbs or less, OKC’s lightweight men sport lean physiques that, when in the boat, provide a visual for the concept “strength to weight ratio.”
Photo by Allison Frederick
The lightweight category was introduced to rowing to provide athletes of average size and stature an avenue for competition, as taller, heavier athletes generally dominate the sport. Lightweight rowing was added to the Olympic program in 1996. The Oklahoma City National High Performance Training Center was named the headquarters for US Rowing’s lightweight rowing operations in 2011.
Road to London runs through OKC When the OKCNHPC program began in 2009, athletes from across the country began arriving in Oklahoma City, bringing with them their dreams of competing at the 2012 Olympics. “We knew that the Oklahoma River was a U.S. Olympic and
OKC residents can show their support for the athletes by participating in the Row to London. Row on an indoor rowing machine and email your meters to info@riversportokc.org. Everyone who participates will be invited to an Opening Ceremony watch party with OKC RIVERSPORT and will also be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a Row to London shirt.
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Body image is how we view ourselves and it can be positive or negative. Our body image can be impacted by our family, peers, society, media, expectations and comparisons. We get messages starting at such a young age. Many young girls have grown up playing with Barbie dolls; this is one of our first messages about the female body. If you look at a Barbie doll it is not exactly a reality based example of a woman. Fashion magazines, advertisements, and even the women in our lives have sent us many more messages about the expectation of perfection. Young girls begin to compare themselves to those around them, including the girls on television and in magazines. Young girls may begin to experience a feeling of not being good enough and start to feel the pressure for perfection. This leads to feeling they need to alter their appearance which often leads to dieting at a very young age.
42% of 1st-3rd grade girls want to be thinner 81% of 10 year olds are afraid of being fat Our body image is forming in our adolescence but the impact of the messages received can manifest through adulthood. This pressure for perfection can lead to an obsession with weight
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loss, isolation, anxiety and depression, which can lead to low self-esteem and eating disorders. Think of how amazing these young people could be without this obstacle!
by Jaime N. Conover, MA, LPC Young people can have a better body image and ultimately better self-esteem. Here are a few ways to make changes that help: 1. Be a critical media consumer. You don’t have to accept what they are trying to sell you. The media will make you question yourself to sell you their product. Be aware that the models and actors’ you see everyday have body types that are atypical in the population.
The average American woman is 5’4” tall and weighs 140 pounds. The average American model is 5’11” tall and weighs 117 pounds. Most fashion models are thinner than 98% of American women. We can filter the messages that we are sent and decide if they are good for our self-perception. 2. Be an example. Teach young girls that there are many body types. Think about your children hearing what you say about yourself, especially daughters listening to mothers. This is often where young girls learn how to view themselves. For example, if they hear you talk negatively about your body and their body looks like yours, they could interpret this as their body is bad.
Challenge yourself to decrease the focus on the things you don’t like about yourself and start to cherish what you love about your body. You might start to see an improvement in how you feel as well. 3. Be willing to discuss this topic with friends and family. The only way to make change is identify the problem and begin talking about it. We can make a difference starting with the conversations we have with ourself and others. All statistics were gathered by the National Eating Disorder Association. Jaime Conover is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has been in private practice for eight years, treating body image and eating disorders. In 2012 she co-created Women’s Wellness at The Grove with her colleague Aimee Benton in order to address a broader spectrum of women’s concerns. Conover is the co-founder and former president of Oklahoma Eating Disorders Association.
Jaime N. Conover, MA, LPC Women’s Wellness at The Grove 5530 N. Western , Suite 101, Oklahoma City, OK 73118 http://thegroveokc.com
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Growing up I always wanted to be a princess. I loved playing dress up with my sister and watching the Miss America pageant on TV. The girls were all so talented and beautiful. I wanted to be just like them mainly because they got to wear beautiful dresses and a sparkly crown. Because I was shy, my parents were rather surprised when I asked if I could compete in a pageant I had received a flyer for in the mail. At first they refused, but after researching the organization and presenting how I would find sponsors, practice and complete the requirements, they agreed. I couldn’t believe it! I was finally going to get to be a princess. That summer in my garage I practiced my tap dance for talent, public speaking to my stuffed animals and walking in shoes with a small heel. It’s amazing how being one inch off the ground can throw your balance off! By the time the pageant arrived, I was as ready as I possibly could have been. Pageant weekend was a blast! I made so many new friends and by God’s grace, I made the top 20. Although I was excited to have been in the top semi-finalists, the biggest thing I took away from the experience was that being a “Princess” is
more than wearing a sparkly dress and crown like I previously thought. Being a titleholder is an opportunity to serve and give back. After this first event, I continued to practice and compete in pageants. I eventually entered Miss America’s Outstanding Teen pageant, which is the younger sister program to the Miss America program. I am now entering the Miss America system as Miss Sooner State 2012. The Miss America Organization is the largest provider of scholarships for young women in the world. In fact, just last year they provided over 46 million in scholarships to women ages 17-24. Miss America is partnered with the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals helping raise money and funds for local children’s hospitals. In addition to having a national platform, contestants are asked to have a personal platform as well. While growing up, my weight exceeded the 95th percentile recommended for my age. I was teased and had little self-confidence. Luckily my parcontinued on page 20
“As a community we must take action to help the future leaders of America become healthy. We can make a difference by being healthy role models...”
Meet Miss Sooner State 2012 Victoria Renard
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by Vicki Monks, Oklahoma City-County Health Department Imagine: a young man sits at the counter in a diner ripping open one packet of sugar after another, gleefully tossing the contents down his throat. Customers on either side look at him like he is out of his mind. Yet both of those customers are drinking 20 ounce sodas. The message: You wouldn’t eat 16 packets of sugar. Why are you drinking it? One 20 ounce sugar-sweetened soda contains the equivalent of 16 packets of sugar. Who knew? Not many of us realize just how much sugar and extra calories we’re consuming when we drink sugary beverages. That’s why Wellness Now is mounting a campaign urging everyone to “Rethink Your Drink” to promote awareness of the role of sweetened beverages in our obesity epidemic. We’ve all heard the dismal statistics about obesity – more than one third of our population falls into that category and unless we can turn things around, Oklahoma is on track to become the most obese state in the nation by 2018, with an obesity rate of more than fifty percent.
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That’s shocking. Medical care expenses related to obesity already cost nearly a billion dollars a year in Oklahoma, and about half of that cost falls on taxpayers through Medicare and Medicaid. The rest of it contributes to ever-increasing health insurance premiums. Obesity raises the risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer and other diseases. Slimming down our population would not only curb health care costs, it would prevent plenty of suffering from obesity related illnesses. Sugary beverages certainly aren’t the only culprit in the obesity epidemic – but they are a major contributor. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), teenagers are now consuming more calories from sodas and sweetsweet ened sports drinks than any other food category – more than from French fries – more than from meals containing beef – more than from deserts or candy. Sweetened drinks are the biggest source of added sugar in the diets of all Americans and those extra calories mean that we are Pouring on the Pounds! The young man in the diner eating the 16 packets of sugar appears in one of the ads for Pouring on the Pounds / Rethink Your Drink, an educational campaign sponsored by the Oklahoma City-County Health Department (OCCHD) and our community based
coalition Wellness Now. OCCHD adapted Pouring on the Pounds material from a campaign developed by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. So far, we’ve placed billboards and bus stop posters in five zip codes at highest risk of obesity-related illness. We’ve wrapped the backs of Metro Transit busses with our posters and our messages are on board the busses. We’re running occasional TV ads – including our favorite, “young man eating sugar.” “We’re counting on the advertising to kick start the conversation,” says OCCHD Creative Services Supervisor Laura Brennan, “and we’re hoping to motivate a lot of people in our community to take up the challenge.” Cutting out sugary beverages doesn’t need to be a sacrifice – it only takes a small change in habits. Instead of a sugary soda, choose unsweetened tea, coffee, fatfree milk, seltzer with a splash of juice or, best of all, pure water! Wellness Now suggests that individuals spread the word by promoting Rethink Your Drink challenges in workplaces, churches, schools, day cares and social clubs – asking for pledges to forego sweet drinks for one week. Quite a few participants may just decide to switch to healthier drinks for good. And remember, giant sugar-sweetened beverages are no bargain. They will pour on the pounds and may lead to devastating health consequences.
“You wouldn’t eat 16 packets of sugar. Why are you drinking it?”
Dietitians Jennifer Like and Allyson Drain explain the Rethink Your Drink Week challenge to visitors during National Public Health Week activities at the Oklahoma CityCounty Health Department.
Here are a few facts to consider: When it’s oh so hot outside that super-cheap giant soda seems tempt-
If you drink one 20 ounce sugared drink – sodas or
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Lake Hefner to Penn Square Mall…or from Bricktown
When we consume extra calories in solid food – say a big slice of chocolate cake – our bodies signal us to cut back on eating more. That doesn’t happen with sugary beverages. Drinking extra calories doesn’t produce the same signals, and research shows that consuming calories from beverages does not result in lower intake of other foods.
all the way up the steps of the State Capitol. If you drink one 23 ounce sweet tea, to burn those calories you’d need to huff it 4 ½ miles – the distance from Oklahoma City Community College, the long way around, to the Will Rogers World Airport terminal.
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by Jessica Sanchez Community Gardens are a wonderful way to spend the summer outdoors working towards a common good. The children, teachers and church members in Del City have an amazing community garden to share with others and learn from. Adults and children work side by side during the hot summer months working the land, pulling weeds and harvesting summer produce on the three acres behind Del City’s Church of Christ. Elder Melvin Thompson oversees much of the day to day needs for this large community garden. veg Thompson reports the production of a wide range of vegetables including zucchini, squash , peppers, cucumbers and beans are keeping folks busy harvesting every morning before the heat. “Later this month we’ll have okra, which really likes the hot weather and then cantaloupes and tomatoes which are just coming out,” says Thompson. “We also planted Brussels sprouts, cabbage and broccoli.” Watering this three acre plot is done at night with a drip irrigation system that Thompson and a few friends installed themselves. The three acres that make up the community garden are divided into two equal parts, only half is dedicated to the vegetable garden. The other half is planted with remembrance trees. Each tree may be sponsored for a family member that has passed and can be fitted with a name plate indicating the name of the family member. Many of the folks who volunteer at the Del City Church of Christ gar community garden have no gardening experience, but this large gardening endeavor works well because everyone is involved. School teachers incorporate gardening time into their curriculum, students and church members share the work and master gardeners come on site once a month to help guide the group on managing such a large produce garden. Community gardens enhance nutrition and physical activity as well as promote public health with respect to improving quality of life. Opportunities to organize around other issues and the garden building of social webs will also emerge from community gardening. Successful community gardens are developed by incorporating local leadership and resources as well as volunteers and community partners. Through community garden initiatives, cities have enabled improved access to produce, elevated public consciousness about public health, created culturally appropriate educational and training materials, and strengthened community building skills.
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Fresh Cucumbers From the Garden The health benefits of cucumbers include high water content from the flesh and a source of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and caf caffeic acid, both of which help soothe skin irritations and reduce swelling. The hard skin of a cucumber is rich in fiber and contains a variety of minerals including potassium and magnesium. Unwaxed cucumbers don’t need to be peeled prior to eating, but do need to be washed before consumption. Cucumbers can be sliced, diced or cut into long thin sticks. The seeds are edible and nutritious, but some people don’t like to eat them. Cucumber seeds are easily removed by slicing the cucumber open lengthwise, then use the tip of a spoon to gently scoop them out.
Storing Fresh Veggies From the Garden: Some experts tell folks not to wash fresh produce before storing it and some will tell you to wash off any soil before bringing it into the house. The concern is for the potentially harmful soil bacteria making it’s way into your kitchen. However, washing veggies before you store them can lead to early mold which causes them to rot more quickly. When washing produce before storage be sure to dry everything thoroughly on a clean paper towel. The exception to this rule is to wash berries just before you eat them.
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ents realized something was wrong and helped me make a change. My mom taught me proper portion sizes, but never limited any foods. I was taught to eat everything in moderation. My parents got me excited about getting plenty of physical activity and I had always loved to dance and play soccer. We would also spend time at the park and go on walks, go snow skiing, ride our bikes and play foursquare. By making small changes, I was able to become healthy and maintain it as a lifestyle. This experience made my Healthy Living platform a natural fit. There’s no question that youth today are struggling to lead healthy lifestyles. Unfortunately most don’t have the support I did to become healthy. There are three main problems that attribute to unhealthy lifestyles. First, due to the socioeconomic status of our country, it is more appealing to buy cheaper processed foods than it is to purchase wholesome produce. Secondly, because of our technologically driven society, kids are spending more time on the computer playing video games than they are getting physical activity, leading to sedentary lifestyles. Finally, kids simply have a lack
of healthy role models. It is all too common for kids to be left at home after school without supervision and have to make decisions on their own. Often these “latch-key” children don’t know how to make healthy food choices. Also, from what is portrayed in the media between stick thin models and “magic diets”, kids develop a distorted view of what it means to be healthy. These problems lead to even larger negative impacts, which are physical, emotional and financial. This is the first generation of youth not expected to live longer than their parents. As a community, we must take action to help the future leaders of America become healthy. We can make a difference by being healthy role models, encouraging schools to take a proactive role in improving students’ health, creating safer neighborhoods so kids have the opportunity to be physically active. We should also support programs such as Campfire USA, The Girl Scouts and the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma that promote healthy living. Sharing my success story to youth and adults alike and encouraging them to become healthy, has allowed me to give back to others. Empowering them with the knowledge that it can be fun to be healthy and helping them conquer what I once struggled with has been very rewarding. Looking back on the transformation I have made from being a shy, unconfident youth into a now confident and independent young woman is incredible. The skills I have learned through pageantry have prepared me for all aspects of life including job interviews and public speaking engagements. Connections made through networking have opened doors for jobs, community service opportunities and life long friends. I would strongly encourage young women to look into participating in pageants that emphasize scholarship, natural beauty and community service. Over 8 million dollars have been made available and nearly 10,000 women have participated in the Miss Oklahoma program in state and local competitions since The Kiwanis Club of Tulsa started sponsoring the pageant in 1972. The Miss America Organization is one of the nation’s leading achievement programs and the world’s largest provider of scholarship assistance for young women. Last year the Miss America Organization and its state and local organizations made available more than 46 million in cash and scholarship assistance. This assistance is not just for the handful of young women who become Miss America, but is available to all young women who compete in the state and local competitions as well. For more information visit the Miss America website at www.missamerica.org
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Barre3 owner, Andrea Mason shares her inspired strengthbuilding movements for back body fitness exclusively with Thrive Oklahoma magazine.
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Andrea is using a fitness ball to squeeze the lower body while she works the upper body. Always warm up the muscles first by doing 5 minutes of cardio, then 2-3 sets of 15 to 20 reps of these recommended movements.
Whether you spend your summer lounging near the lake or chasing your kids around from one play-date to the next, well-defined sculpted arms will look great for every occasion. These exercises utilize light hand held weights, which are effective for toning muscles. The secret is to use lighter weights (3-5 lbs) and more reps with each movement. Andrea Mason was a collegiate soccer star at OSU and had always lifted heavy weights during high intensity training. Mason found a workout that was just as intense but more mindful and graceful than her traditional workouts. Founder of barre3, Sadie Lincoln got Mason hooked on this form of strength training while the Mason’s were expecting their second child while living in Portland, Oregon. Barre3 arm exercises can be done anywhere. They can be done while taking a class at the studio, at home or while vacationing. By working these exercises slowly and mindfully with resistance in both directions, the small stabilizer muscles will begin to change your body from the inside out. “Back body exercises are targeted and work effectively to keep the body balanced. We tend to put more focus on the core and often times forget about how important it is to work the back body to stay equally balanced,” Explains Mason. “Being balanced is the secret!”
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by Paul Fairchild He is, in a very real sense, the thunder behind the Thunder. The athletes whose care he’s charged with faced off against the Miami Heat for the NBA Championship. And caring for them is indeed tricky. Trainer Dwight Daub’s mission is to turn elemental forces like Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and their teammates into the thunderstorm that rained down on the Heat. Daub is responsible for the development and implementation of strength, conditioning and nutritional programs for all Thunder players. He helps each player establish a personalized diet and training regimen and assists them with injury rehabilitation. He also arranges off-season training programs and monitors each player’s physical progress between seasons. Daub is the rainmaker that Right: OKC Thunder trainer Dwight Daub conducts a pre-game IT-band stretch on Ibaka in order to prevent injury. Below: Kevin Durant drives toward the lane against the San Antonio Spurs during game #6 of the Western Conference Finals.
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works behind the scenes to push players as far as they can go -- all the way to the Western Conference Championship and into the NBA finals. So how do you take a superb athlete and make them better? Some of Daub’s favorite tools are TRX straps. They’re so versatile that there’s no part of a body that can’t be built up or shored up with them. The straps offer dozens of exercises targeted at dozens of areas to reach dozens of goals. The straps are the brainchild of former Navy SEAL, Randy Hetrick. Gyms and exercises aren’t available when you’re en route to a mission. But SEALs have to stay in shape. Hetrick developed the straps as a way for the SEALs to stay sharp — wherever they are. It started as parachute webbing stitched together by boat repair tools. Hetrick developed it further and the fitness world, from regular people to pro athletes, is quickly adopting it. “If I didn’t have a lot of money and could only buy one thing for my home gym, it would be TRX straps. Hands down and no questions asked,” says Daub. This is one of the many things that Daub’s doing right. This is his 15th season with the team (he was with the team in Seattle as the Supersonics). It’s his 12th season as Assistant Coach, Athletic Performance. This team has seen a lot of playoff games during his tenure, and this year it’s seeing the biggest playoff games of all. Workout programs and diets, of course, vary dramatically, with different demands from each player. “The workout program varies a tremendous amount because of
individual needs. Those needs are determined by each player’s physiological needs, which are studied by our medical staff. We do some screening as the kids come in and [we] use that in our determination of what we’re going to have as far as corrective exercises are concerned. And the program expands from that,” says Daub. Daub’s career started in high school sports. He moved through the college level to get to the pros. The training for each level of athlete evolves radically as they age. “In high school you’re developing a bottom of the pyramid program for them,” says Daub. “In college, as you go up through the divisions, there will be genetic differences. If you’re working with Division I kids, they’re extremely gifted athletes. You’re trying to figure out exactly what they’re needs are -- the physiological needs and what’s going on with them as far injury potential is concerned. That’s obviously the number one thing you’ve got to figure out. You can’t stop injuries because continued on page 26
Strength training regimens for the team are streamlined with the TRX suspension strap system. Developed by two navy SEALs, the TRX system is what Daub says, “If I could only buy one thing for my home gym, it would be TRX straps.”
Trainer Dwight Daub realizes the connection between nutrition and being a star athlete. These nutrition tips are in front of thunder players as they make their food selections at the training facility. Protein is always on the menu when it comes to muscle recovery after a tough workout. The team also has ample amounts of Gatorade G03 Recovery, which delivers 20g of whey protein in each bottle. Thrive Oklahoma 23 Thrive Oklahoma 25
The foot bridge is an important piece of the city’s MAPS 3 project, which seeks to hook up Oklahoma’s recreation facilities and make them as attractive and accessible as possible.
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The brightest jewel in that crown may be the city’s new SkyDance Footbridge, crossing I-40 near Robinson Avenue, connecting pedestrians in the area to the Oklahoma River and the eventual location of the SandRidge Energy Youth Pavilion. The bridge sits at the heart of the MAPS 3 Downtown Public Park, which is expected to begin construction in 2013. “This soaring monument will welcome visitors and become an impressive landmark for our City,” Mayor Mick Cornett says. “It will evoke a sense of pride for Oklahomans traveling Interstate 40 and leave a lasting, positive impression on visitors who travel through Oklahoma City.” Cornett is boasting, for sure, but he’s not exaggerating. The 380-foot bridge, featuring an abstract sculpture inspired by Oklahoma’s state bird, the Scissortail Flycatcher, sports beautiful lights that illuminate the bridge in the evening. Day or night, it can’t be missed by motorists traveling through the city. The bridge will soon be followed by its destination point, the new SandRidge Energy Youth Pavilion, which is set to begin construction soon near the existing KaBoom Playground. The unique attraction will sport a Sky Trail, an indoor surf park, an outdoor climbing wall and a zip line across the river. Nothing about the bridge is ordinary. While it’s a creative adventure in and of itself, it’s also literally a bridge to adventure. The bridge’s unique design grew out of a unique architectural and artistic collaboration. There were, as they say, a lot of cooks in the kitchen, but it didn’t spoil the meal. The bridge design and structural engineering was performed locally by SXL. Civil engineering was performed by MKEC engineering. SXL and MKEC engineering won a national competition for the project in 2008. SXL is a collaboration of architects, engineers, university professors and designers that include Laurent Massenat, Professor Hans Butzer, Stan Carroll, Ken Fitzsimmons, Professor Chris Ramseyer, David Wanzer, Jeremy Gardner, Nick Safley, Adam Baldwin, Torrey Butzer and Brett Johnson. Manhattan Road and Bridge
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trauma is going to happen. If it’s a trauma-based injury, there’s nothing you can do.” Parents of high school athletes should know that their children’s coaches are trying to do the same thing that Daub and his crew are doing. But they don’t have the resources. They have to rely on visual symptoms such as loss of appetite and loss of sleep to gauge where an athlete’s at. If they see something going on, they’ve then got to figure out where the stressor is. It could be a fight with the girlfriend, or some anger at mom and dad, perhaps pressure from a big paper due soon. For athletes young or old, there is a mental part to staying at the top of their game. Because of this, it’s true that in all levels of sports, coaches and trainers have to develop real relationships with their athletes. The athletes have to be able to talk to the coaches about problems in their lives, especially the emotional problems that will undermine physical training. It is, says Daub, a big part of his job. Supercharging the team means working on the nutritional side of things, as well. But the first thing on the diet list isn’t food. It’s water. “Hydration is huge. Research shows that if you’re dehydrated by as little as two percent, it can affect your performance. That’s not very much. As you increase that number, your performance decreases proportionately,” says Daub. For an NBA team, that could be the difference between a loss and a victory. Great athletes. Excellent training. Superior nutrition. You can’t have the first without the second and the third. But altogether, with the athleticism of the players plus the training and nutritional knowledge of a Dwight Daub, OKC can look forward to many more exciting seasons.
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Wellness at work can be tough to achieve if you have an office job or are required to sit at a desk all day. But the Human Resource team at News 9 in Oklahoma City has built health and wellness into their busy work schedules and turned it into a fun team-building experience. Kathy Haney, Vice President of HR for Griffin Communications Oklahoma’s CBS affiliate said, “Our wellness program started out very small without any funding. The first thing we did was start a walking competition four years ago. There was no formal health and wellness program here when we started this.” One thing was obvious, the News 9 staff and anchors are a competitive bunch. With that in mind, a station-wide walking contest was started based on the 10,000 steps program. Ten thousand steps is about five miles and those who have sedentary jobs may only average 1,000 to 3,000 steps a day. Jennifer Bartlett, Director of Human Resources at Griffin Communications recalls the very first 10,000 steps challenge at the News 9 station four years ago. “Those who wanted to participate had to wear a pedometer to track their steps throughout the day. That’s when we saw the competitive edge come out,” says Bartlett. Haney recalls Kelly Ogle and others on the set getting up during commercial breaks and walking around the studio in order to increase their steps during the challenge. The walking competition was a huge success. David Griffin, CEO of Griffin Communications said “In all the years I have worked here, I have never seen a single event like this walking challenge have such a positive impact on morale.” The News9 wellness program has grown every year since then. In four short years they have gone from a single walking competition to a full-blown, year-round wellness program. Today when you tour the News 9 employee break room, what’s notable is a wellness pantry that includes a refrigerator filled with yogurt, water, healthy frozen dishes and low fat/sugar free pudding and staple items on shelving that has additional healthy snacks that are whole grain and more nutritious than candy bars from the vending machines.
Remember the Ten run in Stillwater, Oklahoma honors sports director, Bill Teagins and the nine others killed in the OSU plane crash in 2001. Back row: Alex and Ann Cameron with their children, Jennifer Bartlett, Bryan Eckert, Stephany Speck, Wes Stringer and director of programming, Kim Eubank. Front row:Chief Operating Officer Rob Krier, Jeff Bartlett and Rusty Surette
As Griffin began to see the results and the excitement stirred from these small challenges, he began to appreciate the benefit to employees and team-building aspects much more. Wellness incentives for participation, like additional vacation days, gift cards and payroll cash became the rewards for making the healthy choice, not just at work but throughout the day, every day. This year, the News 9 Walking for Wellness team competition challenges employees to take 10,000 steps each day for 40 days. Other challenges include a water consumption challenge where participants will consume 64 ounces each day during the period of the challenge. Individuals can take part in the Wellness Bingo challenge where participants can daub their card for sleeping 7-8 hours at night, eating 5 servings of fruits and vegetables in a day, walking 3 miles and more. This fall Griffin employees will have the chance to participate in the Project Zero challenge, where from November to January, the goal is to gain zero weight during the holidays!
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by Andrea Nakayama of Replenish PDX This healthy recipe is inspired by a tart my mom used to make. It’s an easy and delicious dessert to bring to your weekend or holiday gatherings. And it’s bound to please! The amounts here are for a medium sized tart. If you want to go large, double the ingredients. Crust ingredients: 2 cup nuts (ideal: raw almonds or raw or dry roasted hazelnuts) 1 pinch Himalayan or Celtic sea salt 1/2 tspn nutmeg 1 tspn cinnamon 1/2 heaping cup chopped dates (soaked if very dry) Cream ingredients: 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked about two hours 1/2 cup unrefined coconut oil, gently liquified 1/4 raw honey (ideally local to you) 1/4 tspn Sweet Leaf Liquid Stevia, Vanilla Cream I prefer the green liquid, which is less processed than the clear. 2/3 cup full-fat coconut milk (I use Native Forest brand as the cans do not contain BPA) Topping ingredients: Berries of your choice
To Prepare: Crust First spread some coconut oil into a tart pan — ideally one with a removable bottom. Then place the nuts in a food processor and pulse to a fine powder. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse until a crust-like ball forms. Remove, and press into the greased pan. Place the pan in the freezer while you prepare the cream. (A springform pan will also work if you press the crust up the sides a bit.) Cream Drain and rinse the soaked cashews. Pour cashews into blender. Add coconut oil and honey. Blend or puree for about two minutes. Add remaining ingredients and blend or puree until creamy. Remove the tart from freezer and pour the blender contents into the crust. Then back it goes into the freezer to harden up a bit. 28
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Finish When the cream has hardened somewhat, you can remove the tart and decorate it as you wish. I chose strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. You can decorate with kiwi, shredded coconut, flaked chocolate, or whatever you wish. It’s very versatile. Store the tart in the freezer until about 1 hour before serving. The “cream” for this tart was inspired by Kelly Brozyna at the Spunky Coconut. It incorporates nut milks and natural alternatives to sugar in order to create gluten free recipes so creamy and sweet that no one would ever guess there’s no casein or sugar.
Photo of Andrea and son Gilbert by Shawn Records of Martha Stewart Whole Living
Andrea Nakayama is a Certified Nutrition Educator and Certi Certified Holistic Health Counselor who practices functional whole foods nutrition. “Like many of you, my road to nutrition began with a family health crisis, which began in April of 2000 when my husband, Isamu was diagnosed with a brain tumor,” recalls Nakayama.
Learn more at www.replenishpdx.com/
Some saturated fats occur naturally, while other fats are artificially manipulated into a saturated state through a man-made process called hydrogenation. The hydrogenation process alters vegetable and seed oils by adding hydrogen during the heating process. This ultimately produces a rancid, thickened substance developed to improve the shelf life of processed foods. -- just about all experts now agree, hydrogenation does absolutely nothing good for your health. Trans fats are another word for these manipulated saturated fats. However not all forms of saturated fat are bad for you. It may be difficult to believe that eating more of one particular fat can not only be healthy, but also prevent disease. In Sanskrit, the coconut palm is known as kalpa vriksha, meaning “the tree that supplies all that is needed to live.� Coconuts contain chemical constituents that are nearly identical to components in human blood plasma (the liquid portion of blood) They also a potent anti-oxidant, which improves nervous system function. Remember the brain is made up primarily of fat. The billions of neurons that make up the brain are insulated by a fatty myelin sheathe. The nutritional benefits of coconut are vast. Studies reported in Clinical Biochemistry in 2004 support the hypothesis that consumption of coconut oil had beneficial effects on lowering total cholesterol, triglycerides, phospholipids and low density lipoproteins (LDL). Coconut regulates cholesterol, so it decreases the propensity for heart disease. The fatty acids in coconut oil prevent the oxidation of cholesterol that can lead to atherosclerosis. Lauric acid is a substance found only in breast milk and coconuts. It is a potent anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral agent that can either kill or disrupt the growth of many viruses and bacteria. Think of it as your #1 germ fighter. It is also great for combating yeast. continued on page 36
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Ozone makes the news every summer as sensationally as any murder. That statement may seem extreme, but ozone’s newsworthiness is appropriate. Over time, ozone is a killer. Oklahoma City doesn’t sport the air pollution of, say, Boston, Denver, or Los Angeles, but it does produce its fair share -- especially during the hot, summer months. Preventing air pollution is a top priority for OKC’s Metro Transit, the organization behind OKC’s bus system. By using the bus instead of the car, a rider can reduce their contribution to air pollution by 95 percent. To get people on board, OKC Metro Transit is offering free bus rides every third Friday of summer. On July 20, August 17 and September 21, bus rides anywhere and everywhere in Oklahoma City are free. “We’re offering Free Fare Fridays to encourage Oklahomans who haven’t, to try the bus system,” says Michael Scroggins, Public Information Manager for METRO Transit. ”Ridership demand is growing. The more people decide to ride, the more money they save, the cleaner the environment and the more robust the system can become.”
Motor vehicles are a prime contributor to air pollution, particularly ozone. One of the best ways to improve air quality is to get people out of their single-passenger cars and into carpools and public transportation. Less air pollution means less ozone at the ground level. While the earth’s ozone layer prevents harmful ultraviolet rays from reaching the earth’s surface, the ozone in air pollution causes respiratory damage and other health problems in humans and animals. If our health isn’t enough to inspire people to ride the bus, maybe the health of a few other things will. “Under the Clean Air Act, the Environmental Protection Agency has the authority to set air quality standards. Right now, Oklahoma is within those guidelines, but only marginally. Compliance with the Clean Air Act standards is not only beneficial for the health of the community, it also has a positive impact on businesses and economic development. Consequences of non-attainment can result in increased gas prices, mandatory emissions offsetting, more strict building permits and loss of federal transportation funding. It’s important that we all do our part,” said Scroggins. Hot days with calm winds, prevalent in Oklahoma during the summer, are the most likely to see high ozone levels. And it’s often on these days that the state Department of Environmental Quality declares Ozone Alerts. Less ozone alerts is what Scroggins and his colleagues at METRO transit hope to contribute to with a robust, full-service public transportation system. Many commuters avoid the bus because they think it takes more time to get around by bus than by car. In some cases it does. Part of that time depends on your route. But the majority of that time depends on how frequently a bus makes stops. “We know the system doesn’t work for everyone because of the distance we’re able to cover and the frequency of the schedule. METRO Transit staff continues to work with the City Council to develop strategies for incrementally improving bus frequency and expanding the service area, says Scroggins. “Since 2009, the City Council has provided additional funding to improve frequency on several routes. The results have been increased ridership as people respond to a more convenient service.” Saving the air isn’t the only benefit to riding the bus, however. It also benefits the pocketbook. It’s an economical alternative to owning and operating a car. And gas prices aren’t getting any lower. At the end of the day, increased ridership makes for a better bus system. “As we work to identify new and sustainable
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funding sources to improve service, ridership plays a role,” says Scroggins. “If people try the bus, even if it’s just taking their family on a trip to the zoo, they’ll think differently about public transportation in Oklahoma City. Research shows that people who have tried Metro Transit have a better perception of the bus than people who haven’t. It’s safe, reliable and clean. If we can introduce more people to the bus and start to change perceptions now, in the future, we will have a cleaner environment and a more robust system.” To learn more about Metro Transit and view bus schedules and routes, visit www. gometro.org or call (405) 235-RIDE (7433) for personal assistance from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more about carpooling or to be matched with someone in your area, visit www.getaroundok.com. Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer is not just an alternative form of transportation it’s an adventure in itself. Visit five charming Oklahoma stops along the way to Ft. Worth, Texas.
Tips for cutting carbon emissions on ozone alert days: Ride the bus. Each METRO Transit bus has the potential to take 35 cars off the road, greatly reducing carbon dioxide emissions. According to the American Public Transportation Association, for every mile traveled on public transit, riders will produce 95 percent less carbon dioxide than driving. Even if you ride just one day a week, you can help reduce pollution. To view bus schedules and routes, visit www.gometro.org or call (405) 235-RIDE (7433) for personal assistance from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Carpool. Carpooling can cut the number of cars in the road by at least half. Talk to your friends and coworkers to find people who live or work near by and share the drive. Taking turns driving could not only save the environment, it could save you gas money. To learn more about carpooling or to be matched with someone in your area, visit www.getaroundok.com. Combine trips. Before running errands, plan ahead. Try to combine as many errands into one trip as possible. If it’s not an immediate need, consider saving errands for a day that is not an ozone alert day. Take your lunch to work. Packing a lunch is a simple way to cut out a trip during the hottest time of the day. Dine-In or Walk-Thru. Avoid idling your engine in line at the drive-thru. Teleconference. Instead of driving to meetings on ozone alert days, consider teleconferences. Fill up your tank in the evening. Refueling in the evening can prevent gas fumes from heating up and evaporating into the atmosphere. And don’t top off your tank to prevent releasing fumes into the air. Avoid mowing or mow in the evening. According to the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, older twocycle gasoline-powered lawn mowers running for one hour emit as many pollutants as a car driven from Oklahoma City to Houston. Thrive Oklahoma
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Banana Pepper facts: There are now more than 2,000 varieties which originated in South America near Bolivia and Peru. Pepper categories include hot and sweet. Peppers are in the nightshade family and are an excellent source of vitamin C. Luckily a ½ cup serving is only 15 calories!
Tomato Facts:
Judged the worlds’ most popular fruit (Yes it’s a fruit, but chefs use it as a vegetable for cooking purposes). Tomatoes are from the highlands of South America and today there are more than 4,000 varieties. The biggest tomato ever recorded is 7 lbs 12 oz grown in Edmond. Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin A and C and they contain lycopene, a potent anti-oxidant. One large tomato is only 33 calories!
Make Fresh Chunky Salsa 1 tomato – chopped 1 bell pepper – chopped 1 Jalapeno pepper – chopped 2 cloves garlic– minced ¼ onion – finely chopped 1 tsp lime juice Pinch of salt Pinch of raw sugar Pinch of cilantro – chopped
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It’s never too late to be thinking about healthy foods for Oklahoma children attending public schools.
By Jessica Sanchez
The childhood obesity epidemic in America threatens future opportunities for our entire country. According to the 2007-2008 NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, published June 17, 2010), obesity now affects 17% of all children and adolescents in the United States - triple the rate from just one generation ago. America’s obese children are at increased risk for developing high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol levels, type-II diabetes, and becoming obese adults. The financial cost of childhood obesity is estimated at 3 billion dollars a year.
Childhood obesity has also been associated with depression, anxiety, and poor academic performance. Teachers have a unique opportunity to instill lifelong health and fitness habits in students by educating on nutrition, organized gym activities, yoga, and play with purpose during recess. Many Oklahoma public schools, however, lack the basic equipment and funding needed to bring these aspects of health to life during the school day. The 2004 Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act requires all local education agencies participating in federally funded school meal programs, like the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, must also implement a school wellness policy. This came into effect at the start of the 2006-07 school year. This law is the first successful federal effort to address the school food being offered and the activity levels for school age children 1. An important feature of these federal guidelines is that the details were left up to the local school districts. One way to imple-
ment health and wellness is to involve the students, parents, teachers and their community in an effort to eat from an array of healthy choices and move more during the school day. Some Oklahoma success stories have utilized the Farmto-School model and implemented community gardens. Farm-to-school programs link local farmers who provide fresh locally grown produce to schools through the food service cafeterias. These programs provide high-quality local produce, promote and support locally based agriculture, and often directly connect farmers and children, since many Farm-to-School programs include visits to local farms. This enables students to learn how and where food is produced locally. Although Farm-to-School programs cannot produce the amount of fruits and vegetables required for all school meals throughout the country, local farmers can contribute to
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meeting these growing needs in our school. Farmers can benefit from increased sales as well as a sense of community involvement. Farm-to-School programs have existed for nearly ten years and now number more than 1,100 2. Preliminary studies suggest improvements in the areas of school salad bar usage, increased fruit and vegetable consumption and increased participation in school meals. These studies also show positive changes in students’ attitudes and behaviors about trying new foods 3. The main concern with farm-to-school programs is cost, as these programs generally cost school districts more money in labor costs to prepare raw foods and arrange visits with local growers. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry has committed to community-focused awareness programs and involvement that encourages safe, abundant and nutritious food choices available here in Oklahoma. Oklahoma’s Secretary of Agriculture, Jim Reese, states that “Our students are our future and good nutrition is an essential component of their success in the classroom.” He goes on to say, “The benefits of serving locally grown produce in our schools provides healthier school lunch choices for our students.”
This project was funded by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This was a collaborative effort between the Oklahoma Farm to School Program within the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry; the Oklahoma State Department of Health; the Oklahoma State Department of Education; and the Oklahoma Publishing Company. For additional information about the videos or the cookbook, contact Chris Kirby, Program Administrator, Farm to School Program, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, 2800 N. Lincoln Blvd. Oklahoma City, Ok 73105 or call at 405-522-2106 or send an e-mail to chris.kirby@ag.ok.gov.
OSU-OKC Farmers’ Market hosts the F EAST event with outdoor booths from Oklahoma Food Coop, Oklahoma Farm Bureau and dozens of other participants.
pes. The Kidchen Expedition DVD is the Oklahoma Farm to School Program’s way of providing educational materials that promote healthful eating while placing emphasis on simple creative ways to utilize Oklahoma-grown produce. Chef Jeff provides expert advice and guides the kids from the farm to the kitchen and back again.
Appreciation for locally grown food and better nutrition was showcased at this inaugural FEAST event held at OSU-OKC Farmers Market. FEAST is an acronym for Food – Education – Awareness and Security Transfer. FEAST was a free community event and featured farmers and other vendors representing a variety of health and wellness information from the food industry here in Oklahoma. In addition to this engaging community event, the Farm to-School Program launched the Oklahoma F2S Cooking manual and DVD geared towards helping kids make better food choices. The cookbook and DVD demonstrate valuable cooking tips, including 48 healthy recipes that use locally sourced produce, plus five healthy homemade dressing reci34
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Farm-to-School is a program of the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry. It encourages farmers to sell produce to schools and encourages schools to buy fresh fruit and vegetables from Oklahoma farmers. The F2S Cookbook and DVD is an educational project that provides healthy recipes for school nutritionists to use in daily meal plans.
References: 1 Smith, R. 2006. J Am Diet Assoc. Sep106(9):1349-50. Passing An Effective Obesity Bill. 2. Joshi, Misako-Azuma, and Feenstra, 2008. J. Hunger Environ Nutri. 3(2/3): 229-246. Do Farm To School Programs Make A Difference? Findings and Future Research Needs. 3. Martin, J. 2008. Overview of the Federal Child Nutrition Legislation. In Managing Child Nutrition Programs: Leadership for Excellence, 2nd ed., edited by J. Martin and C. B. Oakley. Boston, MA: Jones and Bartlett Publishers. Pp.47-143 and 145–202.
Did you know that some fruits and veggies are more pesticide laden than others? Here are the top 12 to watch out for:
1. Celery 2. Peaches 3. Strawberries 4. Apples 5. Blueberries (US grown) 6. Nectarines 7. Sweet Bell Peppers 8. Spinach 9. Kale and Collard Greens In order to maximize the benefits to your body by eating fresh produce while keeping costs to a minimum, it’s suggested that shoppers purchase organically grown produce to avoid pesticides. Especially produce that traditionally has the highest pesticide content, like the ones on this Dirty Dozen list. Simply washing the produce off will not remove these potential toxins. It is estimated that consumers who avoid eating non-organic produce found on this Dirty Dozen list can reduce pesticide exposure by up to 80%.
10. Cherries 11. Potatoes 12. Grapes (imported) Information on this list was compiled by the Environmental Working Group from approximately 96,000 studies by the USDA and FDA of the 49 fruits and vegetables listed from 2000 to 2008.
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The medium length fatty acids found in coconuts are digested and utilized differently than most fats. They do not circulate the bloodstream like other fats, but instead go directly to the liver where they are converted into energy. They help control blood sugar and are not stored as fat. Coconut oil consumption ultimately leads to a reduction in fatty deposits, also know as adipose.
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Coconuts have more health benefits while in their young state. The saturated fat in the young meat is helpful in rejuvenating oxidative tissue-damage caused by aging. Look for wild coconuts from tropical environments, young Thai coconuts, brown coconuts (check for mold), coconut water, coconut milk, coconut oil, coconut cream or butter, coconut flakes and coconut flour. •
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Coconut milk is great for making yogurt , drinks and puddings. Andrea’s sources include the many writings of David Wolfe, Bruce Fife ND, Mary Enig PhD, and others. Are you curious to learn more about the truth about fats? Check out Andrea’s Online Homestudy Course Fat or Fiction at http://fatorfiction.com; enter the coupon code THRIVE for a $20 discount.
“The SkyDance Bridge has been built from the selfless collaboration of the architects, engineers, builders, and city leaders whose unified focus was the creation of an iconic image for this great place,” architect and co-designer Stan Carroll said. The bridge’s raw statistics are as impressive as its design. The 20-foot wide walkway reaches 192 feet at the height of its hallmark sculpture. It weighs in at 105 tons. The sculpture reaches its peak 192 feet above I-40. The bridge’s designers want to be clear that they’re not just providing a practical and entertaining sidewalk for a walk in the park. They’re leaving a stamp on the city that speaks volumes about its citizens. “The Oklahoma City SkyDance Bridge celebrates not only the history of Oklahoma’s landscape and people, but proves the brilliance and promise of who we are becoming as a city and community,” project architect Professor Hans Butzer says.
Next time you are at the Farmers’ Market pick up some farm fresh cage-free eggs and some fresh peppers in red, green and yellow or orange. Slice the peppers in 1/4” slices. Brush a little olive or coconut oil on a skillet and crack an egg into each. I put a domed lid on top to help cook the top and keep them pretty and bright.
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Support Your Local Farmers’ Markets Choctaw - Creek Park • 2001 N Harper • Choctaw, Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm
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Edmond - Festival Market Place • west of downtown Edmond • Sat: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Now through the end of October. Wednesdays through the end of August, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guthrie Farmers’ Market • 1st St. Between Oklahoma & Harrison • Sat: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. June - September Midwest City - Mid Del Farmers’ Market • 7209 SE 29th St. • May - Nov. Sat. 8 - 11a.m., Tues. 4:30-8 p.m.
Moore - Moore Farmers’ Market • Downtown Moore 301 S. Howard • Thurs: 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Sat: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. May 26 - Sept. 1
Mustang - Mustang Kiwanis Farmers Market • 470 W Hwy 152 • Sat 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. June-Aug.
Whether you are looking for fresh vegetables, salad greens, herbs, watermelon, peaches, cantaloupe, meat products, baked goods, processed jams, jellies and salsas, or even non-food items such as cut flowers and skin care products, you can find it all at an Oklahoma farmers’ market.
Newcastle - Newcastle Downtown Farmers Market • NW 10th &Main • Tue: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. and Sat: 8 a.m. -12:00 p.m. May - Oct.
http://www.okgrown.com/markets/ for a complete statewide listing.
OSU/OKC Outdoor Summer/Indoor Winter Farmers’ Market • 400 N Portland (under the Horticulture pavilion) • Oklahoma City •Summertime Sat: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. mid April - mid October. Winter hours are 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Noble - Noble Farmers’ Market • 304 S Main Hwy 77 • Sat: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. May-Oct. Norman - Norman Farmers’ Market • Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 615 E
Robinson. Sat & Wed: 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. April-Oct.
Oklahoma City - Oklahoma City 100% Oklahoma Grown OSU/OKC Wednesday Farmers’ Market • 6001 North Western Ave Whole Foods Parking Lot • May - Sept. Wed. 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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Oklahoma State Dept. of Health Wellness Farmers’ Market • 1000 NE 10th St. • Fri: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. June-Aug. East Side Farmers’ Market • NE 23rd & Prospect •Friday & Saturday: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. June-Nov. Women In Ag. Community Farmers Market • YWCA 1701 N Martin Luther King • Fri 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. • Sat. 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Stillwater - Stillwater Farmers’ Market • Summer 309 N Main
The Atrium at the OU Children’s Hospital hosts a Local Farmers’ Market the 1st Thursday of every month from 11 to 1pm
Street • Winter 1118 W. Hall of Fame Ave. Summer Wed, Sat: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. April-Oct.. Winter Sat: 10 a.m. -1 p.m. NovemberMarch
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For local fitness instructors looking for a comprehensive Pilates teacher training program in Oklahoma that will prepare them to teach Pilates to a wide range of clientele upon completion, the Pilates Sports Center 15-week program may be for you. The Pilates Sports Center’s (PSC) teacher training program will take the classical approach as developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920’s and will build on more progressive approaches by incorporating kinesiology and biomechanics. This is the most cost-effective training program for students who may need beginning, intermediate or advanced level instruction. Modular Pilates programs include: • Nuts and Bolts/Philosophy (required if not already mat certified) • Matwork • Reformer • Cadillac • Wunda Chair/Stability Chair Pilates teacher training in Oklahoma is a 450 hour course offering full certification covering mat, reformer, Cadillac, and Wunda chair. It also provides variations for specific populations, allowing teacher training participants to have a comprehensive education that allows them to tailor their own Pilates career path. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates a 29% growth in the employment of fitness professionals between 2008 and 2018.
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The Oklahoma Pilates certification program will demonstrate exercise modifications for special medical conditions like pregnancy, bulging or herniated disc and high blood pressure. Students will be taught posture analysis in order to select the appropriate exercise regimen for their clients. Program graduates will be able to meet the specific-need clients as well as the elite athlete, or athletes with sport-specific goals. Pilates Edge owner, Rene Craig says, “ Pilates instructors find satisfaction in helping others to obtain their health and fitness goals, whether those goals are to reduce pain, maintain the flexibility and energy to play with their own grandchildren, improve overall fitness, or improve specific athletic performance.” Craig goes on to say, “It is very rewarding when clients tell us how Pilates has improved their lives without having to beat themselves up at the gym.” For more information about Pilates teacher training in Oklahoma, visit the Pilates Edge Education page at http://www. pilates-edge.com/education to find out more about their class schedule and program fees. As a fitness professional and Pilates Method Alliance Certified Pilates Teacher (PMA-CPT), Rene herself had to travel extensively to get the education she needed to become a certified instructor. Rene soon began to see the need for quality Pilates education locally. To help her achieve her goal of bringing thorough, effective Pilates teacher training to Oklahoma, she completed the Master Teacher Trainer program at Pilates Sports Center. As a PSC Master Trainer, Rene is well-equipped to provide Oklahomans with a fully comprehensive, high-quality Pilates teacher training program without the need for excessive travel outside of Oklahoma
An allergen can be defined as any substance causing a hypersensitive reaction by the immune system The allergic symptoms are simply the result of the body’s immune response to that allergen. In Oklahoma, there’s a wicked combination of drought and high winds that stir up dust and pollen, but keep the mold spores down. The opposite is true with rainy days. Due to these weather conditions, many in our community will suffer tremendously, yet unnecessarily, with allergy symptoms. Common airborne allergens include different tree, grass, and weed pollen, molds and spores, animal dander, dust mites and chemicals. Other common allergens can be due to certain proteins found in foods. The symptoms patients feel are simply the result of the body’s immune reaction to an allergen.
Dr Michael Briscoe Chiropractic Physician Full Circle Health Clinic
Common symptoms include sneezing often accompanied by a runny or clogged nose, coughing and postnasal drip, a horse voice, congestion or popping of the ears, itching eyes, nose, and throat, dark circles under the eyes referred to as allergic shiners or the “allergic salute” which is a crease across the child’s nose due to persistent upward rubbing of the nose. Other symptoms include red watery eyes, a gritty feeling in the eyes, and conjunctivitis, which is an inflammation of the membrane inside the eyelids, causing redrimmed, swollen eyes, and crusting of the eyelids. There’s been a long running debate that asks, “Is it the soil or the seed?” Think of the allergen as the “seed” and the body’s systems and tissues as the “soil”. Certain things will grow in certain soil mixtures. In other words, how susceptible is the body. Everyone is breathing the same air, which contains allergens, but not all of us have allergy symptoms and not all of those who experience allergic reactions have the same severity. The “soil”, by far, is the most influential factor as to whether or not someone is going to have allergies. A healthy body will function better and be able to deal with the “seeds” when they come along without over reacting with a hyper sensitive response. Susceptibility can be affected by the direct relationship between the nervous system and properly functioning immune system. Chiropractic physicians have a long history of hearing how patients’ allergy symptoms have decreased or disappeared while receiving chiropractic care. Allergy sufferers often find relief when they include chiropractic adjustments which improve nervous system function. If you or a loved one suffer with allergy symptoms, remember this, it’s the “soil”, not the “seed” that is the greater problem. What needs to be addressed is how well the body’s different systems are functioning in a coordinated manner. The human body was created to be healthy, which is our birthright, and it is a powerful self-healing organism when given the right opportunity. Create that opportunity by addressing these root causes to improve your chances of no longer suffering with allergies and dare to become the greatest version of yourself. Thrive Oklahoma
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by Robin Fernandez Matt Bruback was a professional athlete for nine years when he made the difficult decision to leave his love of baseball to follow a higher calling, helping kids with Autism, ADHD, and other sensory disorders. As a pitcher, Bruback’s coaches were constantly pulling on his uniform trying to get him to feel his balance point in order to make him more consistent in the strike zone. Bruback realized he couldn’t relate to what they were trying to get him to feel, so he created a weighted sports belt to help himself become more aware of his body positioning. With the help of his mother and sister in creating the prototype, Bruback created the Balance Pro Sportbelt™ to improve balance for athletes with sensory deficits. Two years later, Bruback received a call from Catherine Behan, an EFT Specialist in San Diego who had purchased the Balance Pro Sportbelt™ to help with her golf lessons. Behan recognized a potential benefit of the belt for proprioceptive feedback or body awareness with Autistic children who need help calming and organizing their nervous system. Behan took the belt to the Sierra Academy and identified positive changes in calming of Autistic children in wearing the belt. She contacted Bruback and encouraged him to redirect his focus to help children with his invention.
within muscles, tendons and joints. The belt is worn around the core where all the nerves come together. The belt is intended to strengthen the neurological connection between the brain and the feet, which helps improve body awareness and allows the person to be more “in the moment.” Program Manager from Act Today for Military Families organization in San Diego said, “Families and service providers have reported that soon after usage of the belts, individuals diagnosed on the autism spectrum and with ADHD have demonstrated greater self-calming abilities, improved focus, reduced hyperactivity, improved balance, increased body awareness which promotes functioning “in the now” – a huge obstacle for children with sensory processing and hyperactivity disorders.” For more information on the belts, please visit www.miraclebelt.com, www.sensorybelt.com, www.balanceprosportbelt.com, or contact Matt Bruback at mbruback@miraclebelt.com
The Balance Pro Sportbelt™ then went to Community Haven where it was redesigned by Occupational and Physical Therapists from Kidspot, a Florida pediatric therapy clinic. These therapists called the belt “miraculous” thus the name Miracle Belt™. There’s also a Sensory Belt™ designed for larger sized teens and adults. The belts have been tested and certified as “Child Safe” under Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) guidelines. The belts are designed to help ground the nervous system and enhance proprioceptive feedback. Proprioception may be defined as awareness of posture, balance, or position due to the reception of stimuli produced within the body, which stimulate receptors, called proprioceptors located
Jack walking with the Miracle Belt ™
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We are excited to announce that Sprouts Farmers Market and Sunflower Farmers Market, two of the leading grocers specializing in fresh and natural foods, have now MERGED! Re-branding of the Sunflower stores to Sprouts will begin in mid-July. Sprouts, offers cutting-edge nutritional and wellness events, store tours and cooking classes. Join us at both the Edmond and May Ave. Sprouts Farmers Market locations in August for . . .
Great Health Begins in the Kitchen cooking presentation and workshop and learn how to prepare a quick and easy heart healthy dish. Wednesday, August 15th at 6 p.m. Boosting Your Metabolic Motor Saturday, August
18th at 10 a.m. Sprouts Farmers Market will host a nutritional lecture. Find out why blood sugar balance is essential for weight loss. Find out tips to help increase your metabolism and the best supplements to boost your metabolism. Expect more resourses, greater access to the freshest products and a stronger commitment than ever to bring you a wide variety of fresh produce and affordable healthful foods.
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by Brandon Mills, D.C. With Americans spending more time on the road, car accidents are a very real part of summer travel. According to the National Safety Council there are more than 12 million car accidents, involving 20 million vehicles, each year. A common misconception about car accidents is that the damage done to the vehicle is directly proportional to the damage done to the people in them. This is not the case at all. There have been reported cases of wrecks that totaled the car and the passengers all walked away unharmed or on the other hand someone who’s been in a minor accident that was never the same again.
by a sudden flexion and extension of the neck causing damage to the bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments, as well as the nerves in the neck. Whiplash will result in a straightening of the normal curve (lordosis) in the neck (cervical spine) Figure 1. The loss of this lordotic curve will result in bone degeneration if it is not corrected, Figure 2. Ultimately bone spurs and loss of disc space can develop.
For example, when a car hits a brick wall at 10mph and crushes the front of the car 5 inches it results in 8Gs of force. A car of different design hits the same brick wall at 10mph, and crushes only 2 inches in this instance it results in 20Gs of force. So, a collision with the same velocity but a crush distance of 2.5 times smaller will have a G force on the body inside the car that’s 2.5 times greater. According to a 1993 study by Croft1 whiplash can be caused from an impact of as little as 5 mph. Injuries from major accidents are usually easy to identify, broken bones concussions and internal bleeding are common and usually discovered at the Emergency Room. However, there are many less recognizable injuries. Forty five percent of people with chronic neck pain attribute it to a past car accident. But many more never make that connection so the actual percentage could be much higher. Whiplash, headaches or pain in the low back, ribs, shoulders, wrist, knees and ankles including radicular, which is pain down your arms or legs are very common. Whiplash injuries are caused
The loss the normal lordotic curve in your cervical spine creates a new stress line which will lead to bone spurs over time. The body will naturally lay down more bone in response to stress in order to strengthen that bone. This physiologic response is why weight bearing exercises help prevent osteoporosis. Whiplash should be evaluated by a chiropractor where your spinal biomechanics can be examined. This is done though a series of orthopedic exams, motion palpation and X-rays. A series of adjustments will be made to your spine in order to remove any rotation in the vertebrae and to start restoring the proper curvature (lordosis) of the cervical spine. Relief for the initial phases of soreness can be achieved by applying ice to the neck area for 20 minutes at least 3 times a day and allowing the area to warm back up completely before reapplying. If you are in a car accident, address it immediately. Chiropractic visits soon after a wreck can stop the degenerative process before it begins. Brandon Mills D.C. is the Chiropractor at Elledge Chiropractic 10403 S. Pennsylvania OKC 405-703-3033
www.elledgechiropractic.com
1. Croft, AC. 1993. Treatment paradigm for cervical acceleration/deceleration injuries (whiplash). Am Chiro Assoc J Chiro 30(1): 41-45. Thrive Oklahoma
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Yoga started about 5000 years ago in India. Yoga is a Sanskrit word that means union or communion. The basis of yoga is the union of all the powers in our body, mind and soul with the Divine. Yoga is a practice that places emphasis on proper alignment that will allow the negative energy that has been stored in the body from the past to release. The philosophy behind the proper alignment of these postures is not only scientifically important but also, energetically crucial. When the body is aligned properly, the chakras, which are the focal points for the reception and transmission of energy, align in such a way that allows the negative energy stored in the body to release. Individuals typically begin a yoga routine for the physical benefits, but as they continue to practice, spiritual reasons come into focus. The energy and memory stored in our subconscious moves into our consciousness for processing. That is why a well trained yogi helps to heal us physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Yoga is helpful for combating the effects of anxiety, depression, trauma or post traumatic stress disorder, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and other auto-immune diseases including fibromyalgia. Anger, weight problems and eating disorders have also been managed through practicing yoga. Even doing 5 minutes of yoga everyday can make a big difference. Sara Alavi is an Oklahoma City yogi, who in 1996 experienced a loss of sight in her left eye, developed a heart condition and was diagnosed with MS. All of those health issues surfaced within a few months of each other. Sara became determined to find out the root cause of her health problems. She enrolled in the yoga teacher’s training program at Life Mastery, formerly know as the Nichols Hills Yoga School. It was during the self-inquiry, meditation and yoga practice that she slowly began to see the cause of her pain. Sara received Yoga Certification in 2000, regained the vision in her left eye and has been completely healthy ever since. To find a certified and experienced yoga teacher in your area, visit yogaalliance.org for lists of registered and certified yoga teachers. If you suffer from pain and injury, restorative yoga may be recommended at first instead of a more active yoga. Sara is always happy to help find classes and teachers convenient for students.
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Yogi Sara Alavi from Yoga Home of Therapeutics in Northwest Oklahoma City describes several helpful postures that are easily done at home.
Standing postures like Warrior II help if you are feeling scattered, overwhelmed and out of balance. Standing postures strengthen the body, increase flexibility, increase concentration and help you feel light and grounded. The body becomes aligned in this posture. The hips are square and even with the belly pulled up and in. Hold for about 9 breathes on each side. Repeat if you liked it!
For Anxiety place the legs up against a wall. This pose should not be a stretch for your legs but a release for your back and hips. Use a blanket under your low back if feeling tender in that area. Hold for about 8 minutes and breathe deeply.
Bridge pose is great for firing up the back body. Be sure to tuck your chin in and shift your weight onto your legs, not your neck: This posture is great for balancing the Thyroid, which is an endocrine gland located in the neck. Hold this posture for 9 breath cycles.
Downward Facing Dog is an energizing posture that may help lower high blood pressure. Once in position, shift the weight to your legs and lower body instead of leaning on your hands. Bend your knees slightly and lift your heels as needed. This posture can be done with or without head support. For folks that have diagnosed high blood pressure or use blood pressure medications, Sara recommends using support under the forehead while in the downward dog posture. Hold for 9 breaths and repeat. Thrive Oklahoma
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Helping you find restaurants with healthy and delicious menu choices in Oklahoma
Serious Seafood, not so serious folks. Bring this coupon in to get $5.00 off with a purchase of $25.00!
Expires 08/31/12
Uptown Grocery Co.
Produce, Butcher Block, Gourmet Grille, Great Grains Bakery, Sushi at the Grille 1230 W, Covell Road, Edmond 405-509-2700
Fish City Grill
Spring Creek Plaza •1389 E 15th, Edmond (405) 348-2300 • www.fishcitygrill.com
With 5 Locations in OKC, Norman & Now in Edmond Vegan and gluten free options Pizza, wraps, soup, salads. Frozen yogurt and smoothies
For info on catering call 405-250-9637 www.mycoolgreens.com/locations
In Classen Curve • brunch/lunch/dinner Sustainable Raw Cuisine 5820 North Classen Oklahoma City, www.matthewkenneycuisine.com
Ludivine
805 N. Hudson, Oklahoma City 405-778-6800
Uses the best ingredients from local farmers
www.ludivineokc.com
Health Food Center 7301 S. Penn. Ave. Oklahoma City 405-681-6060
www.thehealthfoodcenter.com
Fruit Smoothies/ Veggie Juice, Hot Paninis, Buffalo Burgers, Espresso, Iced Coffee and Daily Specials
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Mickey Mantle’s Steakhouse Explore chef-driven creations by Daniel Nemec. Gluten Free Menu Opens Daily at 5 pm
Offers an unparalleled dining experience!
405-272-0777
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