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TIDBITS® CONSIDERS CASTAWAYS by Janet Spencer Come along with Tidbits as we remember shipwrecks and castaways! DELIBERATELY ADRIFT • Alain Bombard was a doctor who thought it was strange that so many shipwrecked survivors on life rafts died so quickly. A person can live up to six weeks without food and go up to ten days without water, so why did so many castaways die within days of being set adrift? He concluded they die of despair. He also felt sure that the reason people died after drinking salt seawater was because they waited until their bodies were already dehydrated before drinking seawater out of desperation. He theorized that if they began drinking saltwater immediately, they would be fine. Why did castaways starve to death when the sea is teaming with fish? Bombard thought it was a terrible waste. • In 1952 Bombard set out to prove that the ocean is a veritable feast, able to support a castaway indefinitely, and that drinking salt sea water is not detrimental to a castaway’s health. He decided to cross the Atlantic Ocean alone in a rubber raft with no food or water other than what the ocean would give him, and no equipment other than what a typical survival life raft would offer. He took with him emergency supplies in a sealed container to be used as a last resort. (cont)
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After a 14-day trial on the Mediterranean, Bombard set out from the Strait of Gibraltar in a 15-foot (4.5 m) inflatable boat with a sail. He dubbed it L’Hérétique, French for “The Heretic.” He sailed to Casablanca which took a week, then set out for the island of Gran Canarie, which took 18 days. From there he set out to cross the Atlantic.
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TIDBITS of Kootenai County, Idaho Issue #26 June 27th 2022 ALAIN BOMBARD (cont) •
After drinking nothing but sea water, fish juices, and rain, Alain Bombard lost about 55 lbs. (25 kg) at the average rate of a pound per day, which is typical for castaways. He developed a slight case of anemia as well as some diarrhea, weak spells, blurry vision, the loss of a few toenails, and a skin rash. But overall he was in remarkable health. Although he proved that a person can indeed survive on saltwater, most survival experts still insist that it’s better to drink nothing at all than to drink saltwater.
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70% of the earth's surface is covered by water, and 70% of the human body is water. Blood is exactly the same saltiness as the ocean. The kidneys are responsible for making sure the ratio of salt to water in the bloodstream stays at the optimum level. If a person drinks salt water while stranded on a raft in the ocean, the level of salt in the bloodstream skyrockets. The kidneys now work overtime to add water to the blood in order to return things to normal. Sea water is three times saltier than urine, so for every cup of sea water that is drunk, the body has to make three cups of urine to flush the salt out of the body. This robs the body’s tissues of their natural supply of water, and the person becomes dehydrated much faster than if they had not drunk the salt water.
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On September 13, 1972 the 26-foot (8 m) cruiser called the Njord left the south of France headed for Spain’s Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea. 26-year-old Lucien Schlitz was owner of the boat. He was taking his girlfriend on a short trip just to get some experience, since he had never spent much time on the sea. The next day the storm blew up and heavy seas knocked the boat over. (cont)
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Although the Njord righted itself, waves continued to sweep over the deck. The rudder broke, the sails ripped away, and below decks was awash in water. Then Schlitz in panic inflated the life raft which nearly blew away in the wind. There was no place to secure it on board, so they put it in the water. Waves threatened to rip the raft out of their reach, so they quickly tossed some gear in it, got aboard, and cut themselves free. They were only 100 miles (160 km) from land. Waves capsized the raft and gear floated away. A ship went by in the storm. Schlitz fired a flare, which the ship spotted. The ship turned and searched for hours but failed to find them and left. The raft capsized again. The canopy was torn away so every passing wave drenched them. They had nothing to bail with. When the raft filled, it tipped over. Finally they tied off a pair of survival pants and bailed with that. The float tubes needed to be pumped up every three hours. The next day was spent in an all-out effort to prevent the raft from tipping over in the oncoming waves. Their second night on the ocean was easier, as the waves and wind finally calmed. Their 5th night on the raft was a wet one with rain falling but they were able to collect three gallons of water. Several ships passed them but their raft was black, and their orange canopy was long gone. No one saw them. On their 9th day adrift they spotted land merely 12 miles (19 km) away but the current was taking them past it. By their 11th day they were covered with saltwater sores. Finally, on their 12th day adrift, an Australian freighter nearly ran them down, and tossed them a line. The two made rapid recoveries and only later discovered that the Njord never sank at all. They would have been fine if they had stayed with the boat, pumped it out, and waited for the storm to pass.
By Lucie Winborne • Bugs Bunny's relaxed manner of eating carrots was inspired by a scene from the movie "It Happened One Night," in which Clark Gable crunches on the vegetable while chatting with Claudette Colbert. •
Caligynephobia, also known as Venustraphobia, is the fear of beautiful women.
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Summer Peach Salad Nothing says summer quite like a juicy fresh peach! Stir that peach into a delectable creamy salad, and you're speaking heavenly wonders. Serve this to family or friends and just wait to hear the compliments for the cook! 3 cups (3 medium-sized) peeled and chopped fresh peaches 1 tablespoon diet lemon-lime soda 1 (4-serving) package sugar-free lemon gelatin 1 cup boiling water 1 cup reduced-calorie whipped topping 1 cup seedless green grapes, halved 1. Place 1 cup of sliced peaches and soda in a blender container. Cover and process on CHOP for 30 seconds or until smooth. In a large bowl, combine dry gelatin and boiling water. Mix well to dissolve gelatin. Stir in blended peaches. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. 2. Fold in whipped topping. Add remaining 2 cups chopped peaches and grape halves. Mix gently just to combine. Pour mixture into an 8by-8-inch dish. Refrigerate until firm, about 3 hours. Cut into 8 servings. * Each serving equals: 61 calories, 1g fat, 1g protein, 12g carb., 3mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Fruit. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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TOP 10 MOVIES 1. Jurassic World Domination (PG-13) Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard 2. Top Gun Maverick (PG-13) Tom Cruise, Miles Teller 3. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (PG-13) Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen 4. Bob's Burgers (PG-13) animated 5. The Bad Guys (PG) animated 6. Downton Abbey: A New Era (PG) Hugh Bonneville, Maggie Smith 7. Everything Everywhere All at Once (R) Michelle Yeoh, Stephanie Hsu 8. Firestarter (R) Zac Efron, Ryan Kiera Armstrong 9. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PG) James Marsden, Jim Carrey 10. Ante Sundharaniki (NR) Nazriya Nazim, Nani Source: Box Office Mojo (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Sam Mazzotta
Fourth of July Fireworks Can Traumatize Pets DEAR PAW'S CORNER: Please remind your readers that the noise and flash of fireworks can traumatize pets! Last year, my son and his partner took their dog "Bliss" to a Fourth of July festival. Someone set off a string of firecrackers a few feet from the booth they were visiting. Bliss bolted and pulled her leash out of my son's hand. She ran straight out into the road. Luckily, the cars all stopped, and one of the drivers caught her. Afterward she remained very anxious. Bliss now takes medication to stay calm, and it's difficult to take her to unfamiliar places. Please urge people not to set off fireworks; go to a professional display and leave the pets at home. -- Judith in Lake City, Florida DEAR JUDITH: You told them, and I thank you! I'm very sorry to hear that Bliss was traumatized, and I hope your son is able, through medication and training, to improve her confidence. Bliss' parents didn't do anything wrong in taking her to the festival, but their experience shows how others' irresponsibility can have consequences for pets, and that owners have to be alert and ready to handle potential problems. The Fourth of July can be a trying day for pets. Crowded parties and loud fireworks can really stress them out. Large fireworks displays are no different than big thunderstorms to most pets, and should be treated as such. If fireworks will be within earshot of your home this holiday, prepare a safe area for your pet to shelter where the noise will not bother it as badly. If a ThunderShirt works for your dog (or cat), use it. Don't bring pets to fireworks displays, and if you're setting off backyard fireworks, put your pets inside. Send your comments, questions or tips to sk@pawscorner.com. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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By Dr. Holly Carling
WEIGHT GAIN PART II: ADRENALS In part one of the subject of weight gain, we talked about the role of the thyroid relative to weight gain. Now we will talk about the role of the adrenals. There are many reasons for weight gain, but we are only covering these two. At a later date, we will have a longer discussion on this topic. The adrenals are tiny glands that sit on top of the kidneys and are the hormonal control mechanism for the renal system. The adrenals produce many hormones: the ones most affecting weight are cortisol and estrogen. Cortisol is a hormone with several functions: it can help regulate metabolism, control blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, direct circadian (sleep) rhythm, assist with memory formulation and has a controlling effect on blood pressure. It has a fairly direct role in telling the body to store more fat. Elevated cortisol has a negative effect on the functions stated above. There are three reasons cortisol can go up: eating sugar, stress and inflammation. When those things are remedied, cortisol levels normalize, and everyone is happy. Chronically elevated cortisol interferes with normal stress response, can be responsible for anxiety and depression, causes weight gain and also contributes to hormonal imbalance. These include brain, sex and inflammatory hormones. Both high and low cortisol can have a detrimental effect on thyroid function, can contribute to blood sugar highs and lows, interfere with healthy sleep and cause weight gain. When the adrenals are involved, that
weight gain occurs around the middle and tends to be puffy weight. The adrenals also produce a hormone called DHEA. DHEA gives us sustained energy throughout the day, counteracts depression, improves bone mineral density, enhances wellbeing, heightens cognitive function, wards off chronic illness, improves physical performance and speeds healing. Pretty important hormone, especially if you want to feel good enough to exercise and make healthy choices. DHEA also backs up cortisol and is our “stress reserve tank”. Imbalance in adrenal health or adrenal hormones can contribute greatly to gaining weight. Reliance on the hypothalamus and pituitary is critical. Also, the thyroid and adrenals work hand in hand in helping maintain normal weight. Taking care of the adrenals is of utmost importance. Many factors can disrupt the tenuous feedback loop between the adrenals and the other supportive glands. Stress and trauma is huge. But also, coffee, alcohol, sugar, sleep deprivation, inadequate whole food nutrition and toxins all play a role in adrenal health, and therefore weight normalization. Symptoms of adrenal stress or dysregulation include: Fatigue, poor stress response, cravings for sweet or salty food, needing caffeine and other stimulants to get going, anxiety, insomnia, brain fog, decreased libido and/or depression. If you are experiencing adrenal-related symptoms with or without the associated weight gain, come to Vital Health and we’ll help you resolve them naturally.
Dr. Holly Carling is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Naturopathy, Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbologist with over four decades of experience. Dr. Carling is a “Health Detective,” she looks beyond your symptom picture and investigates WHY you are experiencing your symptoms in the first place. Dr. Carling is currently accepting new patients and offers natural health care services and whole food nutritional supplements in her Coeur d’ Alene clinic. Visit Dr. Carling’s website at www.vitalhealthcda.com to learn more about Dr. Carling, view a list of upcoming health classes and read other informative articles. Dr. Carling can be reached at 208-765-1994 and would be happy to answer any questions regarding this topic.
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by Freddy Groves
Step Up to Help Your Fellow Vets What are you doing this summer? If you have spare hours or days, consider stepping up to help your fellow veterans. Stand Downs are a good place to start. Stand Downs were started in California in 1988 by two veterans who saw the great need for services to homeless veterans. Over the years, the number of events and the veterans served has grown to include help from government agencies, veteran service organizations, groups and individual volunteers all across the county. The need is so great that many locations see hundreds of veterans lined up outside the door before they even open on the first day. The list of help provided at each Stand Down can depend on the location and the length of the event (usually one to three days), but typically includes health screenings, clothing, showers and haircuts, food, legal advice, dental and eyecare services, mental health counseling, substance treatment referral, employment help, benefits counseling (both Department of Veterans Affairs and others, such as Social Security), housing referral and more. The schedule of Stand Downs in 2022, whether you need services or want to help, can be seen at www.va.gov/homeless/events.asp. Keep an eye on that page because new events can be added at any time. Another page to watch is the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans (nchv.org/ current-stand-downs). Or you can call your local VA medical facility and ask what's scheduled for your area. Best bet is to call them anyway and ask if the event is still planned due to COVID playing havoc with scheduling. Ask about transportation, if you need it or can offer it. Sometimes an event will send a vehicle around to pick up veterans who have no other way to get to their local Stand Down. If you're a veteran in crisis (either homeless or about to be) and can't wait for a Stand Down, call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: 1-877-424-3838. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
1. Which artist was the first to release "Turn on Your Love Light"? 2. Who wrote and released "Come Softly to Me"? 3. Why did John Mellencamp briefly change his last name to Cougar? 4. Which group started as Chubby and the Turnpikes? 5. Name the song that contains this lyric: "I'll never let you see the way my broken heart is hurting me, I've got my pride and I know how to hide, all the sorrow and pain." Answers 1. Bobby "Blue" Bland, in 1961. His version was followed by covers from Van Morrison and the Grateful Dead. 2. The Fleetwoods, in 1959. Legend says the song was recorded at home, with no musical accompaniment except the jingling of car keys. Instruments were added later in the studio. (Listen: You can hear the car keys.) 3. "Cougar" was pushed on him by a promoter who said the German sounding "Mellencamp" would be a hard sell. 4. Tavares. 5. "Crying in the Rain," by the Everly Brothers, in 1962. Astonishingly enough, the song only made it to No. 6 on the U.S. charts. Numerous others released covers over the years, including Peter and Gordon, Art Garfunkel and Slade. The only place it ever topped the chart was Norway. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate
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On July 9, 1777, New York elects Brigadier Gen. George Clinton as the first governor of the independent state of New York. Clinton would go on to become New York's longestserving governor, as well as the longestserving governor in the U.S., holding the post until 1795. On July 7, 1852, according to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's stories, Dr. John H. Watson is born. Coincidentally, the Sherlock Holmes author died on this day in England at the age of 71. On July 4, 1911, record temperatures are set in the northeastern U.S. with the arrival of a deadly heat wave that would go on to kill 380 people. On July 13, New York alone reported 211 people dead from the excessive heat. On July 10, 1925, in Dayton, Tennessee, the so-called Monkey Trial begins with John Thomas Scopes, a young high-school science teacher, accused of teaching evolution in violation of a Tennessee state law. The law made it a misdemeanor to teach any theory that denied the story of man's Divine Creation. On July 5, 1946, French designer Louis Reard unveils a daring two-piece swimsuit at a popular swimming pool in Paris. Reard dubbed the swimsuit a "bikini," inspired by a U.S. atomic test that took place off the Bikini Atoll earlier that week. On July 8, 1950, the day after the U.N. Security Council recommended that all U.N. forces in Korea be placed under the command of the U.S. military, Gen. Douglas MacArthur is appointed head of the United Nations Command. When MacArthur later publicly threatened to escalate hostilities with China, President Harry Truman fired him. On July 6, 1971, Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, dies in New York City at the age of 69. Armstrong pioneered jazz improvisation and the style known as swing.
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By Matilda Charles
Here's How I Saved on Prescription Drugs The price of prescription drugs has, like everything else, inched up. In some cases, the cost has made a massive, sudden jump, and it comes as a shock when you check out at the pharmacy. But there are ways around this horrible surprise. I recently discovered a way to save a lot of money ($80 on a 90-day prescription) by doing two things: I changed pharmacies, and I started using GoodRx. Here's how: Go to the GoodRx website (goodrx.com) and put in your ZIP code so that all the local pharmacies show up. Enter the name of the drug you take, as well as the dose and number of pills. See what each pharmacy charges using GoodRx. They will vary widely. Boy, did I get a shock. It took me all of two minutes to call a new pharmacy and ask them to have the prescription transferred. Then I printed out the GoodRx coupon showing the pharmacy name, the drug and dose, the price and so on. I took that to the pharmacy and voila! Eighty dollars saved. Here are a few other ideas if GoodRx isn't going to work for you: • Ask your doctor if a generic would be just as good, or if another drug would work just as well. • Find out if you qualify for the Extra Help program to pay for your drugs by calling Social Security at 1-800-772-1213, or read the information at www.ssa.gov/pubs/ EN-05-10508.pdf. • See if you qualify for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Program. (www.medicare.gov/ plan-compare/#/pharmaceutical-assistanceprogram) • Get a different Medicare drug plan more in line with the drugs you take (www.medicare.gov/plan-compare). One note: You can't use GoodRx along with a deductible from Medicare or Medicaid, but you can use it instead of those. Beware whether you'll reach your annual deductible if you don't use a Medicare drug plan or if you're in the doughnut hole (cover gap) already. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
Our guests at The Lodge Assisted Living are facing this new normal head-on. Helpful insights are in the following article as quoted on Fox Business, Health Care Section “As a nation, we are aging rapidly. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Americas 65-and- over population is projected to nearly double to 88 million by 2050. This means that in families across the country, kids and parents are going to be switching roles. As parents age, they are becoming their own kids’ children in many respects, requiring time and care as well as sometimes creating a financial burden. One issue is that aging parents can lose their mental faculties. The Alzheimer’s Association says that every 65 seconds, someone in the U.S. develops Alzheimer’s disease (now the sixthleading cause of death). This can create additional long-term care needs for parents, meaning an emotional and financial burden on adult children. Even parents who age without severe mental incapacitation may not be able to remember things sharply, or their physical limitations may create difficulties in living independently. So, you must know your parents’ long-term plans and how they will affect you. What can you do to make sure that you are prepared as your
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parents age? Below are some places to assist you today and as your parents go through the aging cycle. 1. Have a family discussion. Talking to your parents now may be uncomfortable but will save you significant stress, time and even money down the road… 2. Put family affairs in order. My team and I created the Future File system as a roadmap to help with gathering information, from medical history to powers of attorney to information on bills and subscriptions. As we worked on the system, we realized you need to organize information with your parents as early as possible… 3. Figure out parents’ long-term financial needs. The financial implications of aging and passing are staggering. It is extremely expensive to provide care for aging parents… 4. Stay involved. As parents age, watch for signs of anything that might be off… While the challenges of an aging parent may not have been your vision for your middle-age years, some good planning today can help make it easier for you and your family to deal with the future.” Carol Roth is creator of the Future File legacy planning system, a “recovering” investment banker and a New York Times bestselling author. For guidance, questions, and tours of The Lodge Assisted Living, call Linda Davis 208-7553637.
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By Ryan A. Berenz 1. Name the driver for Team Penske who won IndyCar Series season championships in 2017 and '19. 2. Who compiled a 3-10 record with the 1976 New York Jets in his only season as an NFL head coach? 3. On Sept. 14, 2008, Chicago Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano threw a no-hitter in Milwaukee's Miller Park against what team? (Hint: It wasn't the Brewers.) 4. What American snowboarder won Olympic gold medals in the women's halfpipe event at the 2018 PyeongChang and 2022 Beijing Winter Games? 5. Massachusetts hunters Charles Davis and William Foster are credited with developing what shooting sport in the 1920s? 6. On June 4, 1974, what promotion resulted in riots in the ninth inning and a forfeiture for Cleveland's Major League Baseball team? 7. Name the Basketball Hall of Famer who was selected first overall by the Houston Rockets in the 1983 NBA Draft and was named NBA Rookie of the Year in 1984. Answers 1. Josef Newgarden. 2. Lou Holtz. 3. The Houston Astros, who were relocated due to Hurricane Ike. 4. Chloe Kim. 5. Skeet shooting. 6. Ten Cent Beer Night. 7. Ralph Sampson. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Be prepared to face some challenges stirred up by an envious colleague. Your best defense is the Arian's innate honesty. Stick with the truth, and you'll come out ahead. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your sensitivity to the needs of others is admirable. But be careful to avoid those who would take unfair advantage of your good nature, especially where money is involved. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Having an optimistic attitude is fine, as far as it goes. But don't be lulled into a false sense of confidence. There still are problems to deal with before you can totally relax. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You might feel somewhat "crabby," as you fuss over plans that don't seem to work out. Maybe you're trying too hard. Ease up and let things happen without forcing them. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Heed that keen Leonine instinct. It's trying to tell you to delay making a decision until you're sure there are no hidden problems that could cause trouble later on. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) This is a good time to reach out to those who might be nursing hurt feelings over recent events. Best advice: Ignore any pettiness that could delay the healing process. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your understanding helps a colleague get through a difficult period. Although you didn't do it for a reward, be assured that your actions will be repaid down the line. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You score some high marks in the workplace, which will count in your favor when you face the possibility of changing direction on your current career path. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your goal lies straight ahead. Stay focused on it and avoid distractions that could throw off your aim and cause potentially detrimental delays. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Keep that burst of exuberance in check and resist pushing through your new project before it's ready. In your personal life, a family member again needs help. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Paying attention to your work is important this week. But so are your relationships with those special people in your life. Make time for them as well. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Good news. Someone is about to repay a long-standing debt. But be warned. That same someone could try to charm you into lending it back unless you say no and mean it. BORN THIS WEEK: You are sensitive to matters that involve your home and family. You would make a fine family-court judge or social worker. (c) 2022 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN THURSDAY, JULY 21 ST 7 PM | $30 & UP
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4TH 7 PM | $50 & UP
Aaron Lewis
The Commodores
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 TH 7 PM | $50 & UP
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH 7 PM | $50 & UP
Must be age 18 or older to attend concerts. Purchase tickets at cdacasino.com, the Casino Box Office, or through the CDA Casino App. Call 1 800-523-2464 for more details or scan the QR Code.
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