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They were box office stars by 1941 and began their own TV series in 1952. However, fame didn’t come without its difficulties. Both comics were habitual gamblers, and Abbott managed the pain from his epilepsy with alcohol. Costello battled regular bouts with rheumatic fever, which forced him to take a year off from work. On the day he returned to work, his infant son drowned in the family swimming pool. Both men were charged for back taxes by the IRS in 1956, and both were forced to sell their homes and film rights to cover the debt.

• Bonnie Parker was just 19 years old and already married to an imprisoned murderer when she met 21-year-old Clyde Barrow in Texas. During the Great Depression, the outlaw couple reportedly was responsible for at least 12 bank robberies, countless smaller burglaries and 13 murders, including those of nine police officers. On the day their lives of crime came to an end in 1934, Bonnie and Clyde were driving a gray V-8 Ford, which was ambushed by the law in Louisiana.

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We all know the obvious consequences of facing foreclosure. Losing your home, facing a deficiency • Barbie and Ken were the creations of Ruth Handler, wife judgment for the difference between the value of your of the Mattel toy company co-founder. Ruth named the home and the amount of your mortgage, and dealing with couple after her own children, introducing Barbie in 1959 damaged credit are a few; but unfortunately there is so and Ken in 1961. Barbie (full name Barbie Roberts) has much more associated with this process than just your had more than 125 careers, including architect, astronaut, finances. Emotionally, losing a home can be extremely doctor and racecar driver. Ken Carson, who has had at difficult. Often times, people build up a veritable carousel least 40 occupations, first appeared with a molded plastic of dreams in their mind composed of all the good things haircut with felt hair. In 2004, Mattel announced a breakup they expect to happen in their home as they grow older. of our favorite couple, implying Ken’s reluctance to get Feeling hopeless as you seemingly watch those hopes and married, but rekindled the romance in 2006 in conjunction dreams slowly slip away only adds to the emotional loss. with a makeover for Ken. Barbara Handler Segal is now a Couple the financial and emotional loss with the newly 70-year-old Los Angeles mother of two. Her brother Ken released scientific research that reveals a rise in stress passed away at age 50 in 1994 of a brain tumor. related physical ailments discussed in a recent New York Times article titled “Foreclosures are Killing Us,” and it’s • Most baby boomers will recall easy to see that foreclosure is not something to be taken learning from the popular “Dick lightly. and Jane” readers during their primary school years — about So what do you do? There have been several stories in the 60 million children in all used news about so called loan modification experts who will the books. The brother and sister either do nothing but take your money in exchange for a pair first appeared in 1930, and slew of ‘too good to be true’ promises, or who will, possibly by the 1950s, about 80 percent in good faith but still unwisely so, submit your private of first-graders were reading the financial information to a bank numerous times hoping the series. Written by William Gray bank will respond to a plea for help. The overwhelming and Zerna Sharp, the books also failure of the federal government’s modification program featured only serves to highlight the fact that an approach which relies solely on corresponding with banks to ask for a sister Sally, Spot the dog and Puff modification is unfortunately rarely feasible. Moreover, the cat. If you happen to have a divulging your financial history is not only irrelevant to first edition of one of the books, any legal issue at hand but it is also typically not in your it’s worth as much as $200. best interest to do so. The larger concern is the servicers’ repeated requests for financial information under the guise • Daryl Hall and John Oates of a loan modification might instead just be a fishing met in 1967 while attending expedition to see if you have any assets which would be Philadelphia’s Temple University. It wasn’t until seven recoverable in a deficiency. years later that they achieved their first hit “She’s Gone.”

Their first of six Billboard No. 1 songs came along in 1977, However, there is hope. Thanks to a handful of highly “Rich Girl,” followed up with “Kiss on My List.” The trained, extremely hard-working and dedicated litigation pair has racked up 34 singles on the Hot 100 charts and lawyers, homeowners can fight back and with very fair fee seven platinum albums, with sales of more than 60 million structures, they can do so for far less than you might think. records.

These lawyers are seizing upon the opportunity left behind as a by-product of the banks’ rush to profit both when • The German Grimm Brothers introduced Hansel and these mortgages were formed and now as they are falling Gretel in an 1812 publication. The brother and sister were apart. Through the application of leverage resulting from the children of a poor woodcutter who surrendered to his numerous legitimate legal and ethical defenses, while second wife’s plot to abandon the young pair in the woods. simultaneously educating the lender how they would be far Wandering in the forest, the children happened upon a better off in a workout than they will be post foreclosure; cottage made of gingerbread cakes, home to a cannibalistic with one of these highly trained professionals, you have a witch. chance to substantially alter your circumstances. It can be a new day in court for homeowners armed with the right • Mickey and Minnie Mouse became an item in 1929 in representation but take your time before jumping in with the cartoon “Plane Crazy,” just four months after Mickey’s just any lawyer. debut in “Steamboat Willie.” They went on to appear in 73 cartoons together. Their friend Donald Duck was single Foreclosure defense and all its inter-related topics are part from the time of his 1934 premiere in “The Wise Little of a burgeoning new area of law. In addition to exploring Hen” until Daisy Duck’s appearance in 1940’s “Mr. Duck all possible legal defenses and counterclaims that can Steps Out.” The sailor-suited Donald is the uncle of triplets be used in protecting your home, there are also several Huey, Dewey and Louie, while Daisy is the aunt of their alternative actions a well-trained attorney can help.

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• The building was officially completed on May 27, 1930, at a cost of $20 million. Soaring to a height of 1,047 feet (319 m), it was the world’s tallest building at its completion, as well as the first man-made structure to exceed a height of 1,000 feet (305 m). It surpassed the Eiffel Tower, which had been the world’s tallest structure for 40 years, by 48 feet (14.6 m). Just 11 months after the Chrysler Building’s completion, it was outdone by the Empire State Building by more than 200 feet (61 m).

• The Chrysler family sold the building in 1947. The skyscraper remained the auto company’s corporate headquarters from its opening until the mid-1950s. The building has changed ownership numerous times since then. The Abu Dhabi Investment council is now the principal owner of the property.

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• The town of Igbo-Ora, Nigeria, has been proclaimed “The Land of Twins.” For some reason, about 5 percent of births there result in twins, compared to an overall world average rate of about 0.5 percent. Igbo-Ora’s community leader came from a family of 10 sets of twins, and he himself has three sets. Some experts believe the high occurrence is the result of the residents’ heavy consumption of yams, a food that contains the hormone phytoestrogen, which may stimulate production of eggs in a woman’s ovaries.

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Organic Meats Are Not Health Foods So-called organic meats are sold as a means for people to reduce their exposure to hormones and chemical toxins.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) states that animals raised on an organic operation must be fed organic feed and given access to the outdoors. They are given no antibiotics or growth hormones. Organic crops are raised without using most conventional pesticides and using no petroleum-based or sewage-sludge-based fertilizers.

However, while concentrations of some contaminants may be decreased, switching to organic meat does nothing to decrease the risk for the diseases that remain the biggest killers of Americans. Cholesterol, fat (especially saturated fat), and animal protein are the major culprits in meat that are associated with higher risks of heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. They are also associated with the development of the many risk factors that lead to these diseases, including obesity and hypertension.

Animal products, however they are produced, increase the risk of many diseases.

Cholesterol Found in All Animal Products The liver naturally produces all the cholesterol the human body requires, so we never need outside sources. All foods from animals—dairy products, meat (no matter what kind), fish, eggs—contain cholesterol, whereas plants have essentially none.

Cholesterol is a troublemaker. First, it adds to your own cholesterol, which raises the level of cholesterol in your blood.1 Everyone is different, but generally, every 100 milligrams of cholesterol in your daily diet adds about five points to your total cholesterol level. What does that look like on your plate? A four-ounce serving of beef or chicken, with or without the skin, contains about 100 milligrams of cholesterol.

Even the leanest chicken cuts have cholesterol, because it lurks in the muscle tissue. Overall, chicken contains only slightly less fat than beef does—23 percent fat as opposed to 29 percent fat. And much of it is artery-clogging saturated fat, the worst type.

With respect to cholesterol content, fish vary. A four-ounce serving of tuna has 40 milligrams of cholesterol, while haddock or rainbow trout has more than 80 milligrams.

None are even close to being cholesterol free and some are extremely high—shellfish like shrimp, lobster, and crayfish, for example. Ounce for ounce, shrimp have about double the cholesterol of beef.

Cholesterol in foods can be a health risk even for those without high blood cholesterol levels of their own.

Numerous studies, such as the one conducted at the Western Electric Co. near Chicago,2 have shown that the more cholesterol you ingest, the higher your risk of artery blockages, regardless of blood cholesterol level.

Less cholesterol on the plate means less risk for heart problems—as much as 50 percent less—whether or not it lowers blood cholesterol levels.

Cholesterol-containing foods should be avoided completely.

An international conference of leading heart researchers, including Michael DeBakey, M.D., Dean Ornish, M.D., and many others concluded that “the optimal intake of cholesterol in the adult is probably zero,”3 reiterating the same conclusion reached by Harvard researchers.4 A diet containing red meat, as well as any chicken, turkey, fish, beef, eggs, or dairy products at all, is not a zero-cholesterol diet.

Saturated Fat Saturated fat is even worse than cholesterol in foods—and its content is not affected by organic status. Saturated fat is particularly harmful because it stimulates the liver to manufacture more cholesterol. The term “saturated” simply means that the fat molecule is completely covered with hydrogen atoms. Saturated fats are easy to recognize since they are solid at room temperature, while unsaturated fats

are liquids. Fat is marbled throughout all meat and poultry, so the only way to avoid it is to avoid meat altogether.

Even chicken and turkey breasts cooked without the skin have significant amounts of saturated fat; about 20 percent of the calories still come from the animal fat lurking in the muscle. And about 15 percent to 30 percent of the fat in fish is saturated fat. A study published in the Australia and New Zealand Journal of Medicine showed that people who adopt a vegetarian diet naturally reduce their saturated fat intake by 26 percent and achieve a significant drop in cholesterol levels in just six weeks.5 Osteoporosis Animal protein from any source is bad for bones. Studies have shown that animal proteins encourage increased calcium excretion and risk of fracture and osteoporosis.68 Many years ago, animal protein was thought to be advantageous, but it is now believed to be part of the problem, not part of the solution. Plant protein—in beans, grains, and vegetables—does not appear to have this negative effect on bones.9 Impaired Kidney Function Protein releases nitrogen into the blood as it is digested and metabolized. When too much protein is consumed, this places a strain on the kidneys, which must expel the waste through the urine. High-protein diets are associated with reduced kidney function. Over time, individuals who consume very large amounts of protein, particularly animal protein, risk permanent loss of kidney function.

Harvard researchers reported that high-protein diets were associated with a significant decline in kidney function, based on observations in 1,624 women participating in the Nurses’ Health Study. The good news is that the damage was found only in those who already had reduced kidney function at the study’s outset. The bad news is that as many as one in four adults in the United States may already have reduced kidney function, suggesting that most people who have renal problems are unaware of that fact and do not realize that high-protein diets may put them at risk for further deterioration. The kidney-damaging effect was seen only with animal protein. Plant protein had no harmful effect.10 Heart Disease Four major risk factors for heart disease are high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, and a sedentary lifestyle. None of these are alleviated by switching to organic meat.

Diet can be an effective treatment for heart disease.

However, the current national guidelines that recommend lean cuts of meat and fish are not enough. A study in the New England Journal of Medicine showed that the effect of the National Cholesterol Education Program Step II Diet on cholesterol, which includes lean cuts of meat and fish, is ineffective for treating heart disease. Even among patients with good adherence, this diet has been shown to reduce LDL by only about 5 percent.11 For a patient with a cholesterol level of 250 mg/dl (6.5 mmol/L), for example, a 5 percent drop leads only to about 235 mg/dl (6.1 mmol/ L), which is still far too high for safety. Not only does such a diet not lower cholesterol levels effectively, but it does not reverse arterial blockages and, in fact, allows blockages to gradually worsen for most patients. Sadly, studies such as this, which have investigated what are considered “the gold standard” in dietary treatment, have led many people to believe that diet alone cannot be an effective treatment for the prevention or reversal of heart disease—this couldn’t be farther from the truth.

Plant-based diets have consistently been proven to be the most effective in preventing and reversing heart disease.

Vegetarians tend to be leaner, have lower cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure, and less heart disease. And a clinical study using a low-fat vegetarian diet was shown to actually reverse the disease by shrinking coronary artery blockages12—something “prudent” low-fat diets that include animal products have not been able to demonstrate.

Cancer Contaminants found in animal products can lead to increases in cancer. However, many of the known carcinogens found in meat would not be decreased by switching to organic meat. The contribution of meat to cancer risk appears to stem from its nutrient make-up, high in saturated fat and devoid of fiber, rather than to the conditions of production.

Meats, organic or not, that are cooked at high temperatures tend to contain sizable quantities of heterocyclic amines, carcinogens that form as meat cooks. A 2005 amines study showed that nearly 80 percent of studies in humans found a connection between cancer incidence and consumption of well-done meat.13 Food borne Illnesses Food borne illnesses are another serious concern stemming from consumption of meat, especially poultry. Microbial contaminants live in animals’ intestinal tracts and can easily turn up on any sort of meat product.

From 1993 to 1997, 2,751 outbreaks, involving 86,058 cases of food poisoning, were reported to the Centers

• January 20, 2012 for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Bacterial pathogens caused 75 percent of the outbreaks in 86 percent of the cases.14 The most common food borne infections are those caused by campylobacter (associated with poultry products), salmonella (beef, poultry, milk, and eggs), and E. coli 0157: H7 (ground beef). Other food borne pathogens include listeria (dairy products) and vibrio (shellfish). Raw foods of animal origin are the most likely to be contaminated, such as raw meat and poultry, raw eggs, unpasteurized milk, and raw shellfish.15 About 40,000 cases of salmonellosis are reported to the CDC annually, and about 600 deaths are associated with these cases. But the CDC estimates that the actual number of infections may be 30 times more, because many milder cases are not diagnosed or reported.16 From 1990 to 1992, the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) found salmonella in 25 percent of broilers analyzed. Also studied by FSIS were 25-gram uncooked samples of beef (1.4 percent positive for salmonella), pork (4.8 percent), chicken (15.7 percent), and turkey (8.5 percent).17 These bacteria-infected samples were taken from products sold to consumers.

Campylobacter is the second leading bacterial cause of diarrheal illness in the United States, according to the CDC. Campylobacteriosis is estimated to affect more than 1 million people every year and causes approximately 100 deaths.18 These organisms readily colonize in the avian intestinal tract but generally cause no illness in the bird. This means that infected birds are unlikely to be detected using the current methods of inspection in the slaughterhouse.

TIDBITS - Please Support Our Advertisers Microbial contamination of meat and poultry is a big problem, and it’s a huge concern for people consuming any animal products at all. With contaminated products in kitchens and restaurants, cross-contamination and contagion will be increasing problems. ®

Fish: Toxic Chemical Exposure The USDA has not set any organic standards for fish and seafood, so the current problems with contaminants in fish may very well still exist in any fish product that is called organic.

Fish absorb contaminants as the water around them passes over their gills. Many of these chemicals do not break down in the environment, but dissolve easily in oils and can accumulate in the fatty tissues of the fish. Chemicals, such as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), have been linked to various ailments in the children of women who consumed fish contaminated with PCBs during pregnancy.

These include low birth weight19 and negative effects on neurological and cognitive development.20 PCBs were originally used as electrical insulators and hydraulic fluids before being banned in the U.S. in 1979, but their impact lives on. According to the National Research Council, PCBs are found in every site where fish have been tested.

Indeed, fish is the most significant source of both PCBs and mercury for humans.21 Mercury, which causes neurological development problems and can cross the placenta of pregnant women, is another problem with eating fish. Mercury enters the environment naturally and through pollution from industries. Nearly all fish contain methyl mercury, but older, larger fish that feed on other fish, such as shark or swordfish, accumulate extremely high amounts of methyl mercury. These fish

Aztec Salad

Chipotle Black Bean Veggie Burgers This burger is low in fat and packs a bit of heat from the chipotle pepper.

Can’t think of what to include for toppings? Try any of these: red onion slices, romaine lettuce, spinach, sautéed mushrooms, mustard, pickles...The options are endless!

Ingredients: Makes 4 servings

Directions: Place the beans in a bowl and coarsely mash them. Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Shape the mixture into four to five patties, no more than 1/4-inch thick. Set aside.

Heat the vegetable broth in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the burgers, cover, and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover, use a spatula to flip the burgers and cook, uncovered for 5 minutes longer.

Serve hot on burger rolls with your favorite condiments.

Nutrition Information | Per serving (1 patty): calories: 171; fat: 0.8 g; saturated fat: 0.1 g; calories from fat: 3.7%; cholesterol: 0 mg; protein: 16.7 g; carbohydrates: 25.2 g; sugar: 2.1 g; fiber: 6.5 g; sodium: 333 mg; calcium: 45 mg; iron: 2.4 mg; vitamin C: 4 mg; beta-carotene: 32 mcg; vitamin E: 0.1 mg Recipe from Food for Life instructor Lisa Dahlmeier

Also noteworthy are DDT and DDE, banned pesticides that are known to be extremely toxic and that still reside in the environment. Studies have shown a direct relationship between consumption of fish and blood levels of PCBs, DDT, and DDE.23-25 A Diet for all the Right Reasons For those interested in promoting a healthy diet, it is important to teach and understand the many factors that play into health and disease and to adopt practices that address health as a whole. While organic standards may help to improve some aspects of health, it cannot help prevent obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and many forms of cancer, nor will it cure the environmental contamination and resulting health hazards plaguing the production and consumption of animal foods.

A plant-based diet that is naturally low in carcinogens, pathogens, and disease-causing fat and cholesterol is the best medicine for promoting a healthy life.

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3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional) 2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar 2 tablespoons distilled or cider vinegar juice of 1 lemon or lime 2 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, or 1 pinch cayenne pepper Directions

This delicious salad is also a visual feast. The rainbow of color found in this recipe’s ingredients provides you with an abundance of nutrients essential for building a strong, healthy immune system.

Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine beans, onion, bell peppers, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro, if using. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegars, lemon or lime juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, and crushed red pepper or cayenne. Pour over salad and toss gently to mix.

Nutrition Information | Per serving (1 cup)

Makes 4 servings

2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed 1 1/2 cups cooked or 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced and rinsed 1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced 2 tablespoons vital wheat gluten 1 15-ounce can corn, drained, or 1 10-ounce bag frozen 1/2 cup cooked couscous corn, thawed 2 tablespoons minced cilantro 2 tomatoes, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 canned small chipotle pepper, minced 1/4 cup minced corn 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cumin 2-3 tablespoons low-sodium vegetable broth

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These four fish exceed the safety standard of containing an average of 1 part per million of mercury. Scientific studies imply that even lower, more regular doses of mercury consumption may result in subtle neurological deficiencies in infants, such as lowered IQ, abnormal muscle tone, and loss of motor function.22

calories: 158; fat: 1.1 g; saturated fat: 0.2 g; calories from fat: 6.5%; cholesterol: 0 mg; protein: 7.7 g; carbohydrates: 31.6 g; sugar: 5.1 g; fiber: 9.6 g; sodium: 420 mg; calcium: 68 mg; iron: 2.6 mg; vitamin C: 49.9 mg; beta-carotene: 450 mcg; vitamin E: 0.5 mg Recipe from Jennifer Raymond, M.S., R.D., found in Healthy Eating for Life to Prevent and Treat Diabetes by Patricia Bertron, R.D.

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Choices for Blocked Leg Artery DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am a 74-year-old male and have been diagnosed with peripheral artery disease, PAD. I have a complete occlusion of the main artery just above the knee.

What, in your opinion, are the chances of getting through the blockage with angioplasty? There is constant soreness in my calf, even at rest. Is that caused by the blockage? Will cilostazol (Pletal) and Crestor possibly dissolve some of the blockage? -- J.C. ANSWER: Peripheral artery disease, PAD, is also called peripheral vascular disease. It’s an obstruction to the flow of blood through a leg artery. The obstruction is a buildup of cholesterol, fats and various other blood elements. Between the ages of 60 and 65, 4 percent of adults have it, and by the time people reach 80, 20 percent or more are victims of it.

Its chief sign is intermittent claudication, which is pain in leg muscles, quite often the calf muscles, when a person is active. Many can predict almost to a specified number of steps when the pain will arise. Once the person rests, pain usually lasts minutes, but it can take 20 or more minutes to leave. It returns when the person begins to walk again. I can’t say definitely if your constant calf pain is due to PAD; it might be.

Ankle blood pressure is a valuable test for detecting PAD. Normally, the ankle pressure should be close to the arm blood pressure. A lower ankle pressure indicates an obstruction in a leg artery. methods of civil disobedience influenced leaders of civil rights movements, especially Martin Luther King Jr. • On Jan. 31, 1950, U.S. President Harry Truman publicly announces his decision to support the development of the hydrogen bomb. In 1952, the United States successfully detonated “Mike” in the Pacific Marshall Islands. The 10.4-megaton thermonuclear device instantly vaporized an entire island.

• On Feb. 3, 1780, in one of the most famous crimes of post-Revolution America, 20-year-old boarder Barnett Davenport commits a mass murder, killing a family of five at their home in rural Connecticut. Until then, crime was viewed as sinners losing their way. But Davenport’s crime caused people to perceive criminals as evil and alien to the rest of society.

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Your medicines cilostazol and Crestor won’t completely dissolve the buildup in your leg artery, but they’ll keep it from growing larger. Crestor might reduce the size somewhat. You can help matters by watching your cholesterol; eating a diet that emphasizes grains, fruits and vegetables; controlling your blood pressure; and controlling your blood sugar if you have diabetes. Walking is an exercise that is most helpful.

Angioplasty is one option for you. It will get through the buildup. It’s the same procedure used to open heart arteries with a balloon-equipped catheter that is threaded to the blockage through a surface artery. The balloon is opened at the obstruction, and often a stent is left in the artery. A stent is a wire device that keeps the artery opened. Surgical replacement of the clogged segment of artery with a graft is another option. The location and extent of disease determine which is the better choice.

• On Feb. 2, 1812, Russians establish Fort Ross on the coast north of San Francisco as a source of growing food. The effort was not successful. American John Sutter bought Fort Ross in 1841 with an unsecured $30,000 note that he never paid.

The booklet on PAD explains this common condition in detail. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 109W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

• On Feb. 1, 1917, Germany returns to the policy of unrestricted submarine warfare in the Atlantic as it prepares to attack any and all ships. Two days later, the United States broke off diplomatic relations with Germany. Just hours after that, the American liner Housatonic was sunk by a German U-boat.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My boyfriend’s feet sweat terribly. His socks are wringing wet when he takes his shoes off after running. I have told him to wear cotton socks, and he made the change. I don’t see any improvement. Would a different kind of sock be better? -- H.M.

• On Feb. 4, 1922, the Ford Motor Company acquires the failing luxury automaker Lincoln Motor Company for $8 million. Ford’s son Edsel eventually helped to convince his father to drop his famous rule: “You can have any color, as long as it’s black.”

• On Feb. 5, 1937, President Franklin Roosevelt announces a controversial plan to expand the Supreme Court to as many as 15 judges. Critics charged that Roosevelt was trying to neutralize Supreme Court justices hostile to his New Deal. By 1942, all but two of the justices were his appointees.

• On Jan. 30, 1948, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, the political and spiritual leader of the Indian independence movement, is assassinated in New Delhi by a Hindu fanatic. Known as Mahatma, Gandhi’s persuasive

ANSWER: Acrylic is a better material. It wicks moisture away from the feet. Dusting powders and a change of socks will improve the situation. Have him carry an extra pair with him when he runs. Damp feet invite fungal infections.

Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2012 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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Getting Back To Basics

This week’s article will do just that.

To those of you who currently utilize chiropractic care or to those who have never initiated chiropractic care, I would like to discuss the “basics”.

Most people will recognize chiropractic as a healthcare practice used effectively to treat back pains. Even the United States government has declared chiropractic care as one of the most effective treatments for back pains. Yes, chiropractic can benefit those with injuries to their backs.

Millions of patients have drastically improved their lives through reduction and elimination of back pains through safe and effective chiropractic care. If you are experiencing back pains you should definitely consider seeking chiropractic care to address your problems. A chiropractor is a highly trained physician with special focus placed on analyzing the spine and the nervous system.

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The next and probably most vital “basic” is that of the function of our nervous system. Our nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord and nerves. This system is recognized as the most important of our body’s systems as it is the master controller of all bodily functions.

Every aspect of our life from conception until our death is regulated through the nervous system. The primitive streak, an embryonic development, is the first recognizable union of like tissues and this is the foundation of the entire nervous system. The last thing to be checked for when determining if life or death is “legally” present is for brain impulse. Essentially, the nervous system is in charge at the beginning until the end of our lives.

Our bodies are designed to function at optimal levels at all times. It is our nervous system as stated earlier that monitors and adapts to our environment both internally and externally. This brings us to another “basic” and that is what contributes to our health or lack thereof. I will break this down into four subcategories. I will limit the discussion at this time to these four realizing that there are a multitude of factors related to health but I like to refer to these as the “Big 4’.

First is nutrition. We are all aware of the importance of proper nutrition. It is essential to maintain our growth and provide the fuel that drives us through life. Eat poorly and our bodies will suffer, eat properly and balanced and you stand a much better chance to achieve and maintain a long life.

Second is hydration. Our bodies are composed of over 70% water. We need constant replenishment to eliminate wastes and to transport nutrients throughout the body.

Third is oxygen. Oxygen in our body is similar to having good fuel in our vehicles. The chemical reactions taking place in our bodies require adequate oxygen to achieve maximum efficiency. You might be thinking, ‘How do I improve my oxygen intake?’ The most effective means of this is through exercise. This in turn increases lung and circulatory functions thereby increasing the efficiency of our oxygen use.

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Consider yourself lucky if you have pain upon a spinal distortion. This pain or symptom alerts you to a problem.

However, not all nerve interference leads to pain. A good majority of nerve function is not sensory but motor which means that if that portion of the nerve is irritated, loss of regulation and no pain may occur. This can lead to a slow process of degeneration and ill health. This process can be so slow that it takes decades before enough irritation can occur to result in pain. This is similar to a dentist detecting early tooth decay before further damage occurs and more drastic measures be taken.

I stated in the beginning of this article that a Chiropractor is trained to detect spinal dysfunction. This dysfunction will lead to irritation of the delicate nerve tissues and then lead to improper regulation of bodily function. The underlying cause of spinal dysfunction is un-adapted stresses. We are all subjected to stress, whether it’s on a physical, chemical or emotional level on a daily basis. Occasionally this stress is too great to adapt to and can cause misalignment and fixation of the spinal joints leading to dysfunction.

Examples of these stresses can be from injuries, postural strains, poor nutrition or unresolved emotional dilemmas.

As a Chiropractor, I am specially trained in the restoration of spinal function and removing irritation on the nerve tissues, allowing the body to normalize function and regain control. Sometimes this process is easy when the dysfunction has only been present for a short time.

However, this process can also be lengthy after years of wear and tear have occurred and degenerative changes set in. Like the dentist, the best advice is to practice prevention.

Early and routine spinal check ups with a Chiropractor can detect and correct these problems and provide gentle and effective treatment. Basically, chiropractic care is recommended for those of all ages. It is safe and very effective and should be utilized as a component of your wellness routine. You take the time to drink good water, healthy foods and exercise to stay in shape. Don’t you think you should also keep that spine in line to maintain and restore you health?

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Now for the fourth basic: effective nerve impulse. As stated previously, the nervous system controls and regulates all functions within the body, and the spine’s function is to protect and support the nervous system. When working properly and without interference, the regulation and control can be carried out as intended. When interference

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Termite Troubles Q: What do I need to look for when checking around my house for termites? -- Jason in Tampa, Fla. A: Inspecting your home for termite infestation on a regular basis can make a big difference in the amount you’d have to pay to eradicate them, should there be a problem. Most homeowners aren’t able to decisively confirm that a termite infestation exists, but there are telltale signs to watch for: --Dirt tunnels on the house’s masonry foundation and on pipes traveling through the foundation.

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HOME TIP: If termites are a big problem in your area, talk to a contractor about installing a sand barrier around your home’s foundation, a method that will discourage the pests from getting into your house.

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Because of this, and because no one is ever totally sure what a cat will take a keen interest in, cat-proofing the areas in which your cat roams is essential. Make sure it can’t access the places where you store cleaning supplies or human food (some of which can be poisonous to cats). Put houseplants, particularly those from the lily family, out of reach -- or even better, out of the house -- as they can be deadly to cats when ingested. Don’t let the cat access areas like the garage, workshop or the utility room. Be aware of where your cat is before you open the front door, so that it doesn’t slip outside.

Because cats tend to be much more low-maintenance than dogs, most pet owners don’t think much about taking precautions keep their cats away from dangerous areas. Do what’s necessary to keep them safe from potential hazards.

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Fort Lauderdale, FL— Shake a tail…or a feather! Don’t miss the event in support of our local furry friends in need at the 22nd Annual Walk for the Animals presented by VCA Animal Hospitals and sponsored by PETCO Foundation and Ed Morse Automotive Group.

This year’s event will take place on Saturday, March 3rd in Huizenga Plaza in Downtown Fort Lauderdale and is chaired by Jennifer Kennedy and Brian Mora. Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. and the 1.25-mile walk will begin at 10:00 a.m. Honorary Chairs for the Walk include Jacey Birch of WPLG Local 10 News, Darlene Evens from 99.9 Kiss Country and Patti Morse of Ed Morse Automotive Group.

You don’t need a dog to join in the fun! The walk is a major party for everyone. There will be a bounce house and face painting for the younger crowd. Dogs can receive the star treatment with doggie massages; red carpet photos and a dip in the doggie pools all while their owners enjoy free pancakes from IHOP, live entertainment from the Thunderhead band and the Purina Incredible Dog Team. Participants can also visit sponsor booths and pick up fun items from Purina, BB&T, Service America, Pet Supermarket and many more!

According to last year’s participant, Matt Moclelland who brought his dog Maggie to the 2011 Walk for the Animals, “ The impression of the Walk so far has been excellent. Everyone is really friendly. We’ve just been having a good time.”

There are a number of ways to get involved and help the HSBC reach their $500,000 goal. Participants can create a personal fundraising page at www.Walk4theAnimals.com and ask friends, family and co-workers to make donations.

Have a group of friends or co-workers that are dog lovers? Form a Pack or team and raise a minimum of $1,500 and your pack will receive special perks on Walk day. Some ideas to help you reach your fundraising goals are hosting a bake sale, a dog wash or a book sale. Raise more to earn more. Fun goodie items for the beach and VCA Animal Hospitals’ gift certificates are awards for various levels of fundraising.

This year’s top three fundraisers will enjoy a 2-night/3-day stay at a luxurious Kimpton Hotel in Aspen, CO, San Francisco, CA, or New York City, NY. The Humane Society of Broward County is a private non-profit organization made possible by the generous donations of animal enthusiasts like you. The shelter is not affiliated with any other organization and receives no funding from state or any national group. To learn more about the HSBC visit www.humanebroward.com.

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