Cincinnati Health & Life: Fall 2017 by Wainscot Media

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BOTOX FINDS A NEW USE COLORFUL GUEST ROOMS CHARMING CHARLESTON

WHEN CANCER HITS T WICE N O F LU F O R YO U

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SCREENINGS: A GUIDE FOR WOMEN

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ONE DAY FOR A LIFETIME OF HEALTH A TriHealth program offers busy executives personalized care.

SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN

Stay on top of your preventive health care with our guide.

FINDING COURAGE Twice diagnosed with cancer, one woman shares her story.

BOTOX: A NEW USE Known widely as a remedy for wrinkles, Botox also treats overactive bladder.

A WARM WELCOME FOR GUESTS

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in or near Hamilton County.

Photos from recent events in Hamilton County.

LOCAL BUZZ

FARE WELL

No flu for you! Four ways to reduce the impact of this seasonal menace.

GATHERINGS

POWER FOOD

Vitamin-packed sweet potatoes leave white spuds in the dirt.

TASTES

Jump-start the cooler days ahead with these warm and healthy breakfast bowls.

ESCAPES

Charming Charleston has all the ingredients of a perfect getaway.

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HOPE so no one walks alone. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Cincinnati August 30, 2017 | 8:00 a.m. Making Strides Kickoff at Xavier University Cintas Center

October 6, 2017 | 11:30 a.m. Paint The Square Pink on Fountain Square

October 28, 2017 | 8:00 a.m. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk at Yeatman’s Cove 705 E. Pete Rose Way Join us for the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk to help save lives, celebrate survivors, and honor loved ones lost. With every dollar raised, we’re able to make a bigger impact by helping conduct innovative research, promote early detection, and simply provide a hand to hold.

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Executive Health

The healthiest way to

transform your business Visionary companies strive to gain an advantage any way they can. One smart way is to invest in the effectiveness of your leadership. TriHealth’s Executive Health Program will give your leadership a sharper focus, increased energy and confidence in knowing they’re at the top of their game. Working around your executives’ schedules, the program begins with a thorough one-day health assessment and coaching on behavioral changes that can lead to a lifetime of optimal health and wellbeing. Transform their health, and you’ll transform your business.

To learn why many of the area’s top businesses have chosen TriHealth Executive Health, call TriHealth Corporate Health at

513 891 1622 or visit TriHealth.com/ExecutiveHealth

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A GREAT LIFE STARTS WITH GOOD HEALTH WHEN WE’RE SICK OR INJURED, we know it’s time to seek care. Yet in our everyday lives—when we’re managing the competing pressures of work, family life, financial responsibilities and personal pursuits—taking care of ourselves is often last on our list of priorities. We don’t have the time or energy to exercise. We skip meals or rely on food that’s fast and easy, but not always healthy. And we put off those important preventive health screenings, like mammograms, blood-pressure checks and colonoscopies. It all seems like it can wait, until it can’t. And it only takes one serious health issue to remind us that the old saying is true: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” At TriHealth, our mission is to improve the health of the people we serve—and more than ever before, we are focusing our investments and resources on the vital work of making it easier for people to maintain their best health, in the midst of busy lives. One valuable way we do this is through our nationally recognized TriHealth Corporate Health organization and our partnerships with area employers. From comprehensive health assessments, custom wellness programs and our innovative health coaching to on-site nursing and medical services, TriHealth Corporate Health makes it simple and convenient for thousands of employees at the region’s top companies to get healthy and stay healthy, while reducing their health-care costs. An important part of our employer partnerships is building customized Corporate Health initiatives that not only transform employee health, but also transform business. One such initiative is our TriHealth Executive Health program, featured on page 15. This program is tailor-made to maximize leadership performance by optimizing personal health—and the program addresses the individualized health needs of both men and women throughout their careers. Today’s ever-changing world of increasing personal and professional demands requires new and innovative ways to make it easy for all of us to keep our good health a top priority. At TriHealth, we’re proud to be leading these efforts in the greater Cincinnati community, and most importantly, to be contributing to healthier, better lives for all those we serve. Yours in good health,

MARK C. CLEMENT TRIHEALTH PRESIDENT AND CEO

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT TRIHEALTH, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT TRIHEALTH.COM.

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FUNDAMENTALS OF FALL PHOTO CONTEST The most colorful way to show your support for breast cancer awareness. You’d proudly show off your orange and black stripes any day of the week. Now it’s time to channel that Bengals pride into awareness for another color—pink. Pink for breast cancer awareness, support and action. You could win a Bengals–TriHealth Weekly Prize Pack. 1

Pink up your life from your mailbox to your front door. Get creative with wrapping paper, vinyl, fabric, paint or even photo filters.

Share a photo of your creation on Instagram.

Be sure to use #paintcincypink and tag @TriHealth to enter.

Plus, with each post you’ll be entered into our grand prize drawing for a chance to join us on the field October 29. Snap, post and share between Sept. 18–Oct. 20.

HOMECOMINGS and fall go hand in hand. From highschool football games to Thanksgiving dinners, this time of year is about gathering together. Before far-flung family and friends come to stay, their upcoming visits could serve as the perfect excuse (if you need one) to update your guest room. On page 38, we offer up some ideas for brightening bedrooms with color to give guests a warm welcome. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity every fall to remind ourselves—and each other—about the importance of following recommended guidelines for breast-cancer screenings. On the subject of preventive screenings, our “guide to the guidelines” for women includes heart disease, colon cancer and more. Easy to read and save for reference, you’ll find it on page 18. Following these recommendations, or those of your physician, is well worth the effort: Finding disease early often increases treatment options and improves outcomes. Also on the medical front, one woman who has been through two cancer diagnoses shares her story, and we explain how robotic-assisted surgery is helping patients with cancer and many other diseases (page 26). You can read another patient story on page 36, and learn how Botox is now being used to treat women with overactive bladders. Everyone today is busy, but for business executives with heavy work and family responsibilities (often caring for both older and younger generations) the challenge of finding time to take care of themselves can be especially difficult. TriHealth’s Executive Health program (page 15) helps to ensure that companies can continue to count on their most valuable players. Last but by no means least, if you’re looking for fall getaway ideas, we’ve got a winner. Charleston, profiled on page 30, is an excellent choice for anyone who loves good food, interesting architecture, historical context, shopping and art—along with charm in spades. Weather-wise, October and November are a perfect time to visit. Thanks for sharing some of your day with us. Warm regards,

Two random winners chosen weekly. HURRY! Contest ends October 20. For more information and terms and conditions, visit TriHealth.com/paintcincypink.

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WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Send your feedback and ideas to: Editor, Cincinnati Health & Life, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; fax 201.782.5319; email editor@wainscotmedia.com. Cincinnati Health & Life assumes no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts or art materials. CINCINNATI HEALTH & LIFE is published 4 times a year by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645. This is Volume 3, Issue 3. Â© 2017 by Wainscot Media LLC. All rights reserved. Subscriptions in U.S.: $14 for one year. Single copies: $3.95. Material contained herein is intended for informational purposes only. If you have medical concerns, seek the guidance of a healthcare professional. ADVERTISING INQUIRIES Please contact Carl Olsen at 847.274.8970 or carl.olsen@wainscotmedia.com. SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES To inquire about a subscription, to change an address, or to purchase a back issue or a reprint of an article, please write to Cincinnati Health & Life, Circulation Department, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; telephone 201.573.5541; email christine.hamel@wainscotmedia.com.

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IT’S ALL ON THE WALLS THERE ARE LOTS of love stories to be found in the art world, but very few that end up splashed across the walls of Cincinnati buildings. Charley Harper was one of the city’s best-known painters, his impressions of the natural world earning him a reputation for excellence in minimal realism. Edie Harper was an accomplished multimedia artist who wed Charley back in 1947. The pair became something of a local institution. Charley passed away in 2007 at age 84, and Edie followed him three years later. But thanks to the ArtWorks Cincinnati Masters mural series, the couple’s relationship will continue on the streets of the city they called home. Each artist has been given a mural reproduction of their artwork in sight of the other. Charley Harper was honored by the placement of a mural of his Homecoming (Bluebirds) at Walnut and Court. Edie’s bright, playful Crazy Cat, Crazy Quilt is gracing the American Building at 30 East Central Parkway, covering more than 8,000 square feet. Art helped keep this Cincinnati couple together during life, and even after their passing, art continues to keep them connected.

A LOCAL LEGEND REBORN

THE BRIDGE TO DELICIOUS

APPARENTLY, you can take the man out of the restaurant business, but you can’t take the restaurant business out of the man. That’s the way things worked out for Ashak Chipalu, anyway. Chipalu is the owner of the new Northside Nepalese restaurant Bridges, but that’s not the plan he started with. Chipalu hails from a family of restaurateurs in Nepal, but he came to the United States with the intention of creating his own path that had nothing to do with the culinary arts. Eventually, though, he realized that all those recipes learned from his mother back home were too good to ignore, so he embraced his foodie background instead of trying to escape it. In 2015 he started the Bridges business strictly as a moveable feast, but at the end of February this year he put down roots, opening Bridges restaurant on Hamilton Avenue. You can find everything from hand-rolled samosas to hakku chuala (marinated chicken, grilled and chilled) to soups, salads and wraps. And though they do amazing things with chicken (keep an eye out for their tikka masala), there are loads of vegetarian-friendly dishes, too. 10

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Over-the-Rhine’s Memorial Hall was built back in 1908 and entered into the National Register of Historic Places seven decades later. With touches like Cincinnati sculptor Clement Barnhorn’s six uniformed military figures above the front entrance, Memorial Hall has always been an impressive edifice. But at the end of 2016, a yearlong, $11 million renovation made the hall more than just a majestic reminder of another era. It helped Memorial Hall to become more viable as a venue for entertainment of all kinds. The renovation added air conditioning and a backstage area; increased both the number of seats and their comfort; expanded the stage; brought in new light and sound systems; and much more. While it had been regrettably underutilized, the hall now boasts rich programming. Everything from comedy to movies to jazz, classical and folk music can be found on a busy schedule that has extended the legacy of this historic spot well into the future.

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Letting Little Minds

SHUTTERSTOCK

GROW

The Blue Manatee children’s bookstore moved into a new location at 3094 Madison Road in April—the latest step in the long evolution of a business that’s been helping to expand the horizons of young readers for decades. The store started out as the Blue Marble back in 1989 before Sandra Gross and John Hutton bought it in 2001. They added their own personal touches, including the new name. Now the Blue Manatee will be shifting to a new spot that’s right on the same block as another Gross/Hutton-owned endeavor, The Sleepy Bee Café. One of the many things that made the store’s old location such a special one was the inside walls, which were covered with drawings and writing from an honor roll of children’s book authors. This one-of-a-kind interior is carefully being moved to the store’s new location. The Blue Manatee’s new space may be smaller than its former home, but it remains a vital hub of literary activity. The store hosts a whole heap of engaging events, from weekly story-time sessions to author appearances, crafts for kids, and kid-lit-trivia contests for grownups and children alike. In other words, this Cincinnati shop is a lot more than a place to buy a children’s book.

PUSHING FITNESS FORWARD The Lindner family has been among Cincinnati’s major movers and shakers for decades, with an interest in everything from high finance to sports franchises. But now a member of the Lindner clan has made a foray into a new area, and her new business might turn out to be just what a lot of locals are looking for. Teaming up with Amanda Bloomquist, Christine Lindner—the granddaughter of onetime Cincinnati Reds owner and CEO Carl Lindner Jr.—aims to redefine what the mainstream gym looks like, and how it approaches exercise. In June, Bloomquist and Lindner broke the seal on Inner Fire Fitness, located at 28 West Fourth Street. Their mission: to individualize fitness and approach it holistically. Toward that end, Inner Fire offers gym-goers more exercise options, both in the type of equipment available and the range of classes offered. Trainers are equipped to offer emotional tools as well as fitness information. In addition to the expected items, like yoga and Pilates classes, Inner Fire offers unique programs, including Flo t Aerial, which utilizes aerial silks to counteract gravity. The goal: strengthen muscles while reducing tension and giving bones time off from the compressing forces of gravity. It all adds up to a fresh perspective on fitness that aims to provide personalized programs that consider the health of mind as well as body.

WHEN THE PARTY IS PRIVATE

FOR THOSE OCCASIONS that are just too important to trust to a public space, Cincinnati has a new private-dining option. Tony’s on Montgomery Road has completely revamped its private room, which can accommodate parties large (up to 64) and small (10 to 12). Because the restaurant is privately owned, the menu, which features hand-cut steaks and seafood along with fresh, local and organic ingredients, can be customized to any group’s needs. The new space has a sophisticated urban look with hardwood floors and elegant French doors of wood and frosted glass that let light in but maintain privacy. A new 70-inch smart television makes it possible to show off those slideshows and videos you’ve worked so hard on, whether created for a birthday bash, rehearsal dinner or sales meeting. Learn more at tonysofcincinnati.com/large-dining-room-in-cincy. CINCINNATI HEALTH & LIFE | FALL 2017

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NO FLU FOR YOU! 4 WAYS TO REDUCE THE IMPACT OF THIS SEASONAL MENACE.

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MAYBE THE FLU, with its fever, dry cough, sore throat, body aches and chills, won’t strike you this year. But why take the chance? The influenza virus—a contagious infection of the respiratory system—affects 10 to 20 percent of the population annually. Each year the flu is different, and more or less severe. Since 2010 in the U.S., deaths from the flu or its complications have ranged from 12,000 to 56,000. Fortunately, there are preventive steps you can take to avoid the flu.

1. GET A FLU SHOT. The Centers for Disease Control recommends that everyone six months of age and older get a flu vaccine every season. Not only will it reduce your risk of coming down with the flu, but also of spreading it to others. This is especially important if you live or spend time with someone at higher risk of flu complications (see sidebar) or if you have a child who is too young to be vaccinated. Ideally, have your shot at the start of the season, which means in October or November. The vaccine is very safe, there are no serious side effects, and it’s typically covered by insurance.

Talk to your doctor before getting a flu shot if you have an allergy to eggs or any of the ingredients in the vaccine, a history of Guillain-Barré Syndrome, or an acute illness or fever.

2. AVOID GERMS. This might seem to be common sense, but it bears repeating: Try not to have close contact with anyone who’s infected. And if you’re sick yourself, stay home and get well. When someone who has the flu coughs or sneezes, the virus is expelled into the air and may be inhaled by others. That’s why health experts recommend sneezing or coughing into the crook of your arm. Other ways to protect against both spreading germs if you’re sick and catching germs if you’re not: Wash your hands frequently, and keep them away from your eyes, nose and mouth (touching these areas can spread the bacteria).

3. KEEP YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM STRONG. Boost your immune system by staying on top of fundamental healthy habits. Get plenty of sleep and exercise, drink a lot of fluids, maintain a balanced diet and manage stress.

IS IT THE FLU—OR JUST A COLD? SYMPTOM

COLD

FLU

Fever and chills

Rarely

Yes (100.4 degrees or higher)

Cough

Yes

Yes (dry)

Sore throat

Yes (scratchy)

Yes

Body aches, fatigue

Rarely

Yes

Decreased appetite

Rarely

Yes

Congestion

Yes

Sneezing

Yes

Duration

2–14 days

7 days to several weeks

Onset of symptoms

Gradual

Sudden

ARE YOU AT HIGH RISK? People in these categories are at higher risk for developing complications from the flu and should see a physician as soon as they notice symptoms: • Children under 5 • Adults older than 65 • Pregnant women •P eople with weakened immune systems •P eople with chronic illnesses, including asthma, heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes •P eople with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more

4. CONSIDER A MEDICATION. In most cases, flu can be treated with bed rest, plenty of fluids, and an over-thecounter pain reliever. But your doctor may recommend an antiviral medication. When taken within 48 hours of the onset of symptoms, oseltamivir (trade name Tamiflu) and zanamivir (trade name Relenza) may shorten your illness by a day or more and help to prevent complications. But these medications may cause side effects such as skin rashes, vomiting, diarrhea and headache. In addition, heavy use of antivirals could cause strains of the influenza virus to build up a resistance, making the drugs ineffective down the line. If you believe you’re getting the flu—especially if a fever has come on suddenly—see your doctor. He or she can do a nasal swab test in the office to determine promptly if you have the illness. Be sure to monitor the progress of your illness. If you start feeling worse instead of better as the days go by, consult your doctor to make sure you’re not developing a flu-related complication.

FOR A FLU SHOT, CALL YOUR PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN (PCP) OR GO TO A TRIHEALTH PRIORITY CARE LOCATION (NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED). TO FIND A PCP OR THE TRIHEALTH PRIORITY CARE NEAREST YOU, VISIT TRIHEALTH.COM. CINCINNATI HEALTH & LIFE | FALL 2017

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ONE DAY FOR A

Lifetime of

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{ IN GOOD HEALTH } Lisa Larkin, M.D., discusses the implications of breast density on mammograms with Executive Health client Patricia Hartsfield-Davis. TriHealth Executive Health offers busy professionals a comprehensive, one-day health assessment and in-depth wellness experience designed around their demanding schedules.

THE TRIHEALTH EXECUTIVE HEALTH PROGRAM PROVIDES TIGHTLY-SCHEDULED EXECUTIVES WITH PERSONALIZED MEDICAL ADVICE AIMED AT MAXIMIZING THEIR WELL-BEING. “IF I COULD CHANGE one thing, it would be to have gone sooner,” says Patricia Hartsfield-Davis, Senior Vice President and Compliance Director at Fifth Third Bank. She’s referring to her daylong visit with TriHealth Executive Health. “I haven’t experienced anything like this type of medical care ever,” she added. TriHealth Executive Health allows companies to provide their leadership teams with an exceptional program of medical and wellness care, helping to ensure that top performers are at their best. “It’s a way for executives to take a single day and really prioritize their own health,” says Lisa Larkin, M.D., an executive-health physician who is board certified in internal medicine. The day consists of a comprehensive evaluation, including bloodwork, mammography, vision screening, fitness coaching, nutrition counseling and in-depth consultations with various specialists, all tailored to

the needs of the individual. The executive is guided through the day by a personal coordinator, served well-balanced meals, and given specific recommendations. Ongoing care is coordinated with the executive’s primary care physician.

A NEW FOCUS ON WOMEN’S HEALTH The program is for both men and women, though it recently added a focus on women’s health. With the addition of Dr. Larkin, a nationally recognized advocate for women’s health and a certified menopause clinician, female patients undergo reviews of breast health, bone health, sexual health, hormone management and menopause. Describing her day with the TriHealth program, Patricia says: “On the day itself, I felt really cared for. You don’t have to worry about any logistics because you’re escorted the entire time.”

What she most appreciated was the program’s holistic approach, from hearthealth evaluation and bone-density screening to softer topics that don’t often come up during a medical appointment. “The day includes talking about lifestyle, stress, nutrition, exercise, home life and future retirement,” says Patricia. “It’s not about the ailment du jour. You really talk about what is your life, not just what is your health.” Dr. Larkin explains what makes the TriHealth program so strong: “We give really specific recommendations going forward,” she says. “Patients leave at the end of the day with a very comprehensive assessment on multiple different domains, and very specific recommendations tailored to them that they can implement.” As for Patricia, she says the program is a testament to an employer’s investment in its executives. She encourages everyone who has the opportunity to participate to

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IT’S A WAY FOR EXECUTIVES TO TAKE A SINGLE DAY AND REALLY PRIORITIZE THEIR OWN HEALTH.” — LISA LARKIN, M.D., TRIHEALTH EXECUTIVE HEALTH PHYSICIAN, BOARD-CERTIFIED INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN AND CERTIFIED MENOPAUSE CLINICIAN

A DAY FOR

do so. In her case, Dr. Larkin suggested a number of changes that initially did not appear to be connected, but fewer than three months after implementing some of Dr. Larkin’s suggestions, Patricia says she already sees results. “I feel better,” she says. “Dr. Larkin provided me with good information and sound advice.”

Your Health

Participants in TriHealth’s daylong Executive Health program receive a holistic evaluation that can lead to a lifetime of optimal health and wellbeing. Screenings and consultations typically include: •H ealth history • Bloodwork

KEEPING LEADERS HEALTHY

• X-rays

Dr. Larkin really enjoys being a part of TriHealth Executive Health. “The great thing for me as a clinician is being able to spend a long time with my patients. I’m in the room with each one for two to two-anda-half hours. That’s a long time, and in no other circumstance in my professional career do I ever get that much time with a patient,” she says. The TriHealth Executive Health program allows companies to show their executives how important they are to the business, and to demonstrate that strong, healthy leaders create strong, successful companies. Of her opportunity to change people’s lives one by one, Dr. Larkin says: “Hopefully I will impact an individual’s health and well-being going forward, and I really take great pride in that.”

• Mammography •H eart-health evaluation •R eproductive and sexual health •P ap and pelvic exam •B one-density screening •M enopause management •S tress management •P sychological health • Audiogram • Vision testing •F itness coaching •N utrition counseling • I n-depth consultations with specialists, as indicated

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TRIHEALTH EXECUTIVE HEALTH PROGRAM, VISIT TRIHEALTH.COM/EXECUTIVEHEALTH OR CALL 513 891 1622. CINCINNATI HEALTH & LIFE | FALL 2017

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HE ALTH SCREENINGS

A WOMAN’S GUIDE

STAY ON TOP OF YOUR PREVENTIVE CARE WITH THIS HANDY LIST OF RECOMMENDED HEALTH SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN. FOLLOW THIS GUIDE to help ensure that any health problems you may have are detected early, when they’re most treatable. Your health-care provider can modify or add to these recommendations based on your medical history and personal risk factors.

BREAST HEALTH • Breast self-exam: Women of all ages should be familiar with their breasts so they can discuss any changes with their health-care provider. • Breast exam by a medical professional: At least every three years for women younger than 40. Every year for women 40 and older. • Mammogram: Every one to two years, beginning at age 40, for women at average risk for breast cancer. Women 80 and older should discuss with their healthcare provider whether a mammogram is recommended for them.

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH • Pelvic exam: Annually, throughout life. This exam can help your doctor find evidence of various gynecologic conditions, including cancer, STDs, fibroids and cysts.

• Pap test: At least every three years through age 60. Women older than 60 should discuss with their healthcare provider whether a Pap test, which screens for cervical cancer, is recommended for them. • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) tests: Throughout life, before sexual intercourse with a new partner both partners should be tested for STIs, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine: Women up to age 26 whose HPV vaccine series is incomplete (two to three doses are required, depending on the age at which the vaccine is given) should discuss vaccination with their health-care provider.

HEART HEALTH • Blood pressure test: At least every two years. High blood pressure can lead to a variety of health problems, including heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney disease and dementia. • Cholesterol panel: At least every five years, total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides should be measured to assess heart-disease risk. Discuss the right frequency for you with your healthcare provider.

COLON HEALTH • Cancer screening: Colonoscopy every 10 years, or stool-based test (can be done at home and requires no bowel preparation) every year. Talk to your physician about which option is best for you. For those at average risk, colon-cancer screening should occur from age 50 to 75.

ONE-TIME SCREENINGS • Hepatitis C (HCV): If you’re born between 1945 and 1965, talk to your doctor about this test. • Bone density: At least once. Talk to your doctor about the right age for you to be tested. In addition to the screenings listed here, any time you have concerns about your sleep habits, mental health, risk factors for disease or symptoms you are experiencing, talk with your doctor. Early detection of disease can help people live longer, healthier lives, so keep a copy of these screening guidelines and share the information with friends and family who may benefit.

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EARLY DETECTION OF DISEASE CAN HELP PEOPLE LIVE LONGER, HEALTHIER LIVES.”

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LOOKING FOR FRESH WAYS TO JUMP-START YOUR DAY WITH A HEALTHY BREAKFAST? THESE THREE RECIPES REVITALIZE OATMEAL—A PROVEN BOON TO YOUR CHOLESTEROL PROFILE. ONE GLANCE AT THE INGREDIENTS AND YOU’LL SEE: THIS ISN’T YOUR GRANDFATHER’S BOWL OF OATS.

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Baked Oatmeal With Lemon Thyme & Ricotta SERVES 4

DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 320°F (fan-forced). Place four small ovenproof bowls onto a baking tray.

The blueberries provide a great “pop”of sweetness when you bite into them, but any berry will do. The whipped ricotta is lovely, but if you’re after an instant topping, a good dollop of yogurt is great, too. INGREDIENTS n 3 peaches, apples or pears, sliced n 2 tsp. fresh lemon thyme leaves, plus extra to serve n 1 ½ cups rolled (traditional/ porridge) oats n 1 cup milk n 4 ½ oz. frozen or fresh blueberries n ¼ cup roughly chopped walnuts n 2 ½ Tbs. sunflower kernels n 4 tsp. flax seeds n S liced plum, to serve n Pure maple syrup, to serve (optional) Whipped ricotta 8½ oz. (1 cup) firm fresh ricotta n 4 tsp. pure maple syrup n 1 tsp. vanilla bean paste n

ivide two-thirds of the peach slices over the bases of D the bowls and sprinkle with the lemon thyme and oats. Combine the milk with 2 cups water in a jug and pour gently and evenly over the oats in each bowl. Make sure the oats are spread evenly in the bowls.

ake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and B give the mixture a light stir with a fork, pressing the oats under the liquid slightly, if necessary. Sprinkle with the blueberries, walnuts, sunflower kernels and flax seeds and return to the oven for a further 10–12 minutes or until the oats are tender and there is very little liquid left. Remove from the oven and set aside for 5 minutes.

eanwhile, for the whipped ricotta, whiz the ricotta, M maple syrup and vanilla bean paste in a food processor or blender until smooth. If necessary, thin with a little water or milk to reach the consistency you like. Transfer to a small bowl, cover and refrigerate until required.

erve the oatmeal warm, topped with the whipped S ricotta, sliced plum, remaining peach slices and extra thyme. If you like, drizzle with maple syrup.

CREDIT: © Breakfast Bowls by Caroline Griffiths, Smith Street Books, 2017. Photographs © Chris Middleman.

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Morning Coffee Oatmeal SERVES 4 Add a hit of caffeine to your morning oats, bringing two of the best things about breakfast together in one bowl. The lemon juice in the coffee syrup adds an extra, exceptional dimension to the flavor. INGREDIENTS n 1 1⁄ 3 cups rolled (traditional/porridge) oats n 2 Tbs. golden raisins or sliced dried dates (optional) n 2 ⁄3 cup milk n Pinch of sea salt flakes n C offee syrup n 1 Tbs. rapadura or dark brown sugar n 1 tsp. Dutch processed cacao powder n ¼ cup freshly brewed espresso or goodquality strong instant coffee n Lemon juice, to taste

DIRECTIONS n C ombine the oats, golden raisins or dates (if using) and milk with 2 ⁄3 cup water and a pinch of salt in a heavy-based saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to the boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Add a little more milk or hot water to adjust the consistency. n

eanwhile, for the coffee syrup, stir the M sugar, cacao powder, a tiny pinch of salt and coffee until dissolved. Add lemon juice a little at a time, to taste.

erve the oatmeal into bowls, swirl the S yogurt through and drizzle with the coffee syrup. Scatter with the sliced dates and cacao nibs.

To serve Natural or Greek-style yogurt n S liced fresh (medjool) dates n R aw cacao nibs n

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Oats With Egg & Pickled Carrot SERVES 4

DIRECTIONS To make the pickled carrot, combine the vinegar, maple syrup and fish sauce in a bowl. Add the carrot and onion and mix well. Set aside to pickle, stirring occasionally, for at least 30 minutes. Drain before serving.

Savory oats may seem a bit unusual, but once the runny egg yolk from your perfectly fried egg mingles with the slightly salty, creamy oats, you’ll be an instant convert.

ombine the oats and stock with 2½ cups C water in a heavy-based saucepan. Stir over low heat for about 5 minutes until the mixture comes to a boil, then simmer for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy. If necessary, thin with a little hot water to reach the consistency you like.

eanwhile, heat the oil in a heavy-based frying M pan over medium–high heat. Carefully break the eggs into the pan and cook until the whites are crispy around the edges, but the yolks are still runny (or until cooked to your liking). Carefully flip each of the eggs over, if you like, and remove from the heat.

erve the oats into bowls and top each with S an egg and pickled carrot, scallions, chili and a scattering of sesame seeds.

INGREDIENTS n 1 1 ⁄ 3 cups rolled oats n 2 ⁄3 cup light chicken or vegetable stock n 1 tsp. peanut oil n 4 free-range eggs Pickled carrot 2 Tbs. white wine vinegar n 1 tsp. pure maple syrup n ½ tsp. fish sauce n 1 carrot, julienned n ½ small red onion, thinly sliced n

To serve F inely sliced scallions n R ed chili n Roasted black sesame seeds n

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FINDING COURAGE FOR ONE WOMAN WHO TWICE RECEIVED A CANCER DIAGNOSIS, ROBOTIC SURGERY MADE POST-TREATMENT HEALING EASIER.

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AS ANYONE who has experienced it knows, receiving a callback after a mammogram is a nerve-wracking experience. For Mary Lou Manegold, the “difficult day” occurred in 2013, when a second mammogram detected a lump indicating cancer. As a TriHealth employee, Mary Lou knew she was already in an environment where she would receive excellent care. After she underwent surgery to remove the breast lump, it was determined that she required radiation. But first she had to grapple with her emotions: “After the diagnosis, I was completely outside my comfort zone. And I

THE BENEFITS OF ROBOTIC SURGERY THE PATIENT BENEFITS OF ROBOTIC-ASSISTED SURGERY ARE HIGHLY PERSONAL: LESS PAIN AND SCARRING, FEWER COMPLICATIONS AND A QUICKER RETURN TO NORMAL ACTIVITIES.

Photo: Thomas C. Maynard, M.D., Director, TriHealth Division of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, at the console of a da Vinci Surgical System.

was so embarrassed that I made my radiation appointments during my lunch break, so no one would know.” Mary Lou’s ensuing weeks of treatment at the TriHealth Cancer Institute at Good Samaritan Hospital put her at ease and made her glad she’d chosen the TriHealth Cancer Institute for her care. “The radiation techs were wonderful and patient,” she says. With their compassionate care and the support of her husband, Ed, her children and her friends, she successfully completed her treatments. Two years later, at age 54, Mary Lou found herself back in the same place of shock and

ROBOTIC-ASSISTED surgery was selected as the best choice for Mary Lou Manegold’s cancer surgery, though TriHealth provides a full range of surgical options so that doctors can choose the best one for each patient. There are two approaches to surgery: open and minimally invasive. Open surgery, which involves an incision large enough to access the operating field, allows surgeons to work inside the body with handheld tools. Minimally invasive surgery, of which there are two types—laparoscopic and roboticassisted—allows surgeons to operate through several, much smaller incisions. During a laparoscopic procedure, the surgeon will insert a camera and handheld instruments through those small incisions (usually an inch or less), and perform the surgery with 2D vision. Robotic-assisted surgery is performed by a highly trained surgeon who uses a robotic system. Miniaturized medical instruments are inserted through very small incisions (about the size of a dime) and controlled by the surgeon via a console, located right next to the patient. The instruments turn and maneuver with ease, and are able to bend far beyond the ability of the human hand. This gives the

confusion. Test results from a gynecologist’s visit indicated endometrial carcinoma.

A WAY TO HELP OTHERS “Everything moved very quickly after that,” says Mary Lou. “And that’s when I was teamed up with Dr. Schuler.” Mary Lou found Kevin Schuler, M.D., a gynecologic oncologist at TriHealth, to be down-to-earth, patient and informative. Dr. Schuler recommended removing lymph nodes as a precautionary measure. Mary Lou agreed to be part of a study Dr. Schuler was working on. “If I could help someone else,”

surgeon even more precise control than laparoscopic tools. One of the robotic arms holds a 3D camera, which provides magnified highdefinition, real-time images to the surgeon for a much better view than would be possible either with the human eye in open surgery or with the 2D imaging of laparoscopy. LESS PAIN AND FASTER RECOVERY These features help surgeons perform complicated procedures that require precise cuts on very small targets. Robotic-assisted surgery makes it possible to do some operations in a minimally invasive way that otherwise would have to be done with open surgery. This is important because patients who have minimally invasive surgery have less blood loss, fewer wound complications, shorter hospital stays and less pain. And because patients have less pain, they use less pain medication. Overall, they recover and return to normal function faster. For some patients, this can mean more than simply getting back to work and normal activities faster—it can mean being able to continue sooner with vital treatment, like chemotherapy for patients with cancer. A quicker recovery also carries significant psychological benefits. Though robotic-assisted surgery isn’t warranted for every patient’s diagnosis or condition, the advanced capability it offers surgeons coupled with fewer complications and easier recovery for patients have made robotics an integral part of the TriHealth system of care.

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{ IN GOOD HEALTH } THIS STUDY ALLOWED US TO FIND THE LYMPH NODES WHERE THE CANCER WAS LOCATED BETTER THAN WHAT WOULD BE TRADITIONALLY PERFORMED.” — KEVIN SCHULER, M.D., GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGIST AT TRIHEALTH

Mary Lou Manegold and her physician, Kevin Schuler, M.D., a gynecologic oncologist at TriHealth, took an integrated approach to treating Mary Lou’s cancer, ensuring she knew what to expect every step of the way.

says Mary Lou, “then I felt my situation had some added purpose.” “This study allowed us to find the lymph nodes where the cancer was located better than what would be traditionally performed,” explains Dr. Schuler, “with the goal that for women like Mary Lou, we wouldn’t have to remove more nodes than necessary. The fact that a positive lymph node was seen changed Mary Lou’s prognosis and therapy. And her participation also had a positive impact on the outcomes for other patients.”

TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ROBOTIC SURGERY Dr. Schuler performed the total hysterectomy and lymph-node removal that Mary Lou needed utilizing robotic-assisted surgery. Robotic surgery provides surgeons with a 3D view of the surgical field and the ability to operate with increased precision. TriHealth surgeons train extensively to gain the necessary expertise and have performed the most procedures in Ohio, according to Intuitive Surgical, maker of the da Vinci Surgical System. Patients benefit from fewer compli-

cations and less post-operative pain, leading to faster recovery. (To learn more, read “The Benefits of Robotic Surgery” on page 27.) Afterward, Mary Lou was prescribed a round of chemotherapy and radiation. Dr. Schuler and the TriHealth nursing staff work as a tight-knit team. “They met with me and gave me helpful hints about everything I could expect.” Dr. Schuler believes this integrated approach is crucial. “We like to provide complete control of surgery and chemo. We run the ship—with a nursing team that provides each patient with a unified front.” The treatments were not always easy, Mary Lou concedes. “I had beautiful hair, and it started coming out. One day while driving, I pulled over to the side of the road and pulled out huge clumps. Then I said, ‘C’est la vie’ as I let it blow out the window. It was a good lesson. I could do this.” Cancer was a life-changer for Mary Lou: “It makes you appreciate the goodness of others and how many people truly care for you. It also makes you realize your own courage.”

MAKING TREATMENT EASIER ON PATIENTS The da Vinci robotic-assisted surgical system used at TriHealth allows surgeons to perform procedures through very small incisions and make extremely precise cuts, preventing damage to surrounding nerves and tissues. As a result, compared to traditional open surgery patients experience many benefits: • Less pain • Less blood loss • Less trauma to the body • Less scarring • Fewer infections • Fewer complications • Shorter hospital stays • Faster recovery

PROPER SCREENING (SEE WHAT EXPERTS SAY YOU SHOULD BE SCREENING FOR, AND WHEN ON PAGE 18) IS KEY TO EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND RECOVERY. TO SCHEDULE A MAMMOGRAM, CALL 513 569 6777. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TRIHEALTH WOMEN’S SERVICES DOCTORS, VISIT TRIHEALTH.COM/WOMENS.

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Looks like weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re expecting too.

New renovations and all private rooms for maternity patients are coming soon. Announcing something new just for you. In the coming months, we will be renovating to create a brand-new welcome area and all private rooms for maternity and special care obstetric patients. Twenty-four-hour valet parking, bedside registration and concierge services are just a few of the amenities designed to support the expert maternity and NICU care provided by our staff and physicians.

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Schedule a tour or make an appointment with one of our OB-GYNs today.

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DIXIE DESIGN THE CHARMING CITY OF CHARLESTON IS A HODGEPODGE OF ARCHITECTURAL STYLES—AND WHO WOULD HAVE IT ANY OTHER WAY? BY RITA GUARNA

GREAT DESIGN. Great food. Great folks. If you’re fixin’ to visit Charleston, South Carolina, a pedestrian-friendly city nestled between two rivers, you’re in for quite a treat. This is one seductive town. Horse-drawn carriages still loll along streets with pristine, pastel-painted antebellum mansions trimmed with lacy ironwork. That the architecture—Colonial, Federal, Georgian, Italianate, Victorian—has survived despite the damage inflicted by wars, hurricanes, fires and the earthquake of 1886 is a testament to the tough-as-nails character of this proper belle, which oozes Southern hospitality. Charleston has antique-filled bed-and-breakfasts aplenty, but if you prefer luxury, check into Belmond Charleston Place. This eightstory historic-district landmark looks like a modern French château, complete with a grand Georgian-style double staircase and a showstopping glass chandelier in the entry. All 392 guest rooms, 70 concierge rooms and 50 suites are spacious and beautifully appointed. (We’re talking lots of muted gray-blues and greens with Chippendale-style furnishings, original artwork and Carrara marble.) Rooms facing south offer panoramic views of the historic City Market (more on that, later). It’s hard to drag yourself from the hotel, but Charleston is made for walking—the better to take in the city’s architectural wonders. Except in summer, daytime temperatures are comfortable, hovering in the 60-to-80-degree range. It’s easy to daydream about what life was like 150 years ago as you weave through residential streets, admiring majestic antebellum homes with wonderful wraparound porches and carefully tended azaleas. A walk past the pastel-colored grande

Charleston’s Rainbow Row is just that—a line of 13 Georgian row houses, the largest cluster in the United States. The bright colors were painted as each home was restored during the 1930s and 1940s.

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This page, clockwise from top: Chippendalestyle furnishings, rich drapery and original artwork in one of the rooms at Belmond Charleston Place hotel; an Italianate breakfast balcony outside the Patrick Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell house; a cascading window box blooms between shutters, both of which are ubiquitous in Charleston. Opposite: Nine-foot-high bronze horses and the sound of splashing water greet guests at Belmond Charleston Place hotel.

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{ ESCAPES } dames on Rainbow Row in the French Quarter is a great way to find some postcard-worthy photo opportunities. The nearby Battery has some of Charleston’s most expensive homes, overlooking the Ashley and Cooper rivers. You’ll want to tour at least one of Charleston’s many historic houses. The neoclassical 1808 Nathaniel Russell House Museum on Meeting Street, for instance, features an elaborate, three-story cantilevered staircase (though it’s no longer considered stable enough to climb). Homeowner Russell, shunned by neighbors for being a Rhode Island merchant, let his bride, Sarah, keep a separate bank account— the pair had an early prenuptial agreement. Your meanderings may also take you through one of the many old graveyards around the city. My three traveling companions and I walked among the tombstones and monuments at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, speaking in reverential whispers, wondering how so many young people met their demise. The mood was lifted by the sounds of the rhythmic clopping of a horse, whose carriage conveyed tourists like us. We signed up for a ride, and didn’t regret it. These rides are actually tours; there are four different routes, drawn at random when your carriage approaches what appears to be central dispatch. Ours was Route One, which our guide, Jennifer, assured us was the best. As she steered our horse, Loretta, through the narrow streets we learned a lot about the city’s history. Speaking of history, a visit to Charleston is a perfect excuse to visit a nearby antebellum plantation. We chose Middleton Place. Built in 1755 in the Colonial style, it was the home of Arthur Middleton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. This National Historic Landmark spans 65 acres and is an easy 16-mile drive from downtown. It’s home to America’s oldest landscaped gardens and features twin lakes. You’ll likely see alligators, bald eagles and otters as you

walk among the azaleas, magnolias and camellias. Plus you can visit blacksmith and cooper workshops and take a house tour of the Inn at Middleton Place with its impressive furnishings and portraits. For the largest example of Italianate architecture in Charleston, head to the Patrick O’Donnell House on King Street. Built in the mid– 19th century, the three-and-a-half-story home is notable for its soaring columns, balustrade-lined porches and ornate cornices. That’s not to say contemporary design doesn’t exist in Charleston. In between the city’s colorful facades you’ll find 21st-century architecture—one needs only to look at the soaring, modernist South Carolina Aquarium to see its influence. If you’re looking for home accessories—or just about anything else—Charleston is a delight for shoppers. The old City Market covers four city blocks near the corner of Bay and Market streets, and offers souvenirs and intriguing sweetgrass baskets woven by the Gullah people, descendants of enslaved Africans who settled on South Carolina’s barrier islands. King Street is the city’s major retailing thoroughfare. You’ll find stores selling fine clothing, jewelry, furniture and, as befits Charleston’s reputation for gracious living, noteworthy high-end art galleries, too. Did I say “gracious living”? This small city punches way above its weight in restaurant cuisine. Gourmands abound, debating everything from the proper consistency of creamy grits to where to get the best fried chicken. Chances are you will be engaging in acts of gluttony, feasting on the likes of chicken stew, pork hash, hush puppies, pecan pie, banana pudding and more. Among the star chefs, Michelle Weaver of Charleston Grill at Belmond Charleston Place serves up highbrow takes on low-country fare. She mixes classics and nouvelle cooking, unifying them with intense flavors. Favorites include entrées like seared flounder and

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shrimp with Carolina rice grits, and sides like roasted carrots with pickled Fresno chilies, mint and feta. The seasonal menu has four categories: Pure, Southern, Cosmopolitan and Lush, and you can mix and match from among them to create the perfect meal. Or do as our waiter, Andrew, suggested: Give yourself over to the chef and sommelier and enjoy a six-course tasting menu. Then settle in for a nightcap—mint julep or Southern mule, anyone?—while you listen to live jazz, performed every night of the week. Just as Memphis and New Orleans have their own sounds, Charleston jazz has a churchy, gospel feel, no doubt due in part to the city’s more than 180 churches. (They don’t call this “the Holy City” for nothing.) It’s almost impossible to choose just one favorite restaurant. In addition to the Charleston Grill, we loved the seafood and grits at Magnolia’s, another of the downtown darlings. Poogan’s Porch was great, too. For an informal “home cookin’” lunch try Jestine’s Kitchen, named for an AfricanAmerican/Native-American woman who died in 1997 at age 112. And the list goes on. By the end of your trip you’ll be well sated in mind and body, and only too happy to comply with the refrain: “Y’all come back now.” This page, from top: Free-grazing sheep share the grounds with visitors to historic Middleton Place. A wrought iron gate, one of many leading to the gardens of Charleston residences. Opposite: The quaint French Quarter, named for the French Huguenots who settled in the area, is home to myriad galleries and historic sites, including the white-stuccoed St. Michael’s Church, Charleston’s oldest religious edifice.

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A NEW USE FOR

BOTOX

KNOWN WIDELY AS A REMEDY FOR WRINKLES, BOTOX HAS FOUND FRESH SUCCESS AS A TREATMENT FOR OVERACTIVE BLADDER.

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Rachel Pauls, M.D., consults with a patient (left photo), and with Krista Gray, R.N., (right photo).

AFTER A RECENT SURGERY Betty Ann Peddicord, a volunteer chaplain for TriHealth, found herself with an overactive bladder. This condition—an urgent need to urinate caused by irregular contractions of the bladder muscle—is common in both men and women, particularly as people age. In some patients, the severity is moderate and symptoms can be treated with dietary modifications and exercises to strengthen the muscles that control urination. However, in many patients the symptoms are severe and have a debilitating impact on quality of life. While medications are available to treat overactive bladder, they don’t always work. Betty Ann tried several different treatments but her symptoms didn’t improve. So her doctor, Rachel Pauls, M.D., a physician partner at TriHealth’s Cincinnati Urogynecology Associates, recommended a newer treatment that has very few side effects

An urge to urinate that’s difficult to control

Urinating more than 8 times in 24 hours

and is extremely effective: Botox. Botox? Yes, the same treatment used to smooth wrinkles has been approved to treat overactive bladder. Botox is a muscle paralytic. “It calms the muscle, causing it to stop contracting,” explains Dr. Pauls. “It alleviates overactive bladder because the condition is a result of the bladder muscle having inappropriate spasms. It’s a tremendously advantageous therapy.” Treatment is done in the doctor’s office and takes a little over an hour, including preparation time. The actual procedure takes only five minutes. After placing a numbing solution in the bladder, a scope with a camera is inserted and Botox is injected directly through the scope into the bladder wall. Betty Ann’s experience was highly positive. “It was so easy,” she says. “It was over before I knew it had started. The recovery was nothing, and I noticed longer periods of not having to go to the bathroom very soon after my treatment.” Urge Patients can incontinence expect relief from (leaking of symptoms for six to urine) nine months. After that, they simply Overactive bladder is need to return for a common condition, Getting another treatment. particularly as people up more “Only having to age. Fortunately, there are than twice come to the office treatment options. If you a night to every six to nine experience any of these urinate months for a short symptoms, talk to your procedure is very physician. liberating to the patient’s quality of life,”

SYMPTOMS OF OVERACTIVE BLADDER

TOXIN TURNED TREATMENT Botox is made from the bacteria that, if ingested, causes botulism—a rare illness that triggers muscle weakness, beginning around the eyes and face and progressing throughout the body. The first medical use of botulinum toxin (the poison that the bacteria produces) was in treating eye-muscle disorders in the 1970s. Today, in addition to overactive bladder and eye disorders, Botox is used to treat severe spasms in the neck muscles, muscle spasms in the upper and lower limbs, severe underarm sweating and chronic, severe migraine headaches.

says Dr. Pauls. “It really is a game changer to have this. Patients spend hundreds of dollars on medication for this condition, but Botox doesn’t have that cost. In addition, it doesn’t have the side effects of the other medications, and patients don’t have to worry about negative drug interactions with this treatment. For anyone who’s been failed by medical management, this is a fantastic next step.” Betty Ann has recommended the procedure to others. “I’ve talked about it with other people because nobody knows you can use Botox for this,” she says. “It’s not painful at all, and I had no problems afterward.” She’s ready for a second round of treatment so she can enjoy a cruise with her daughters for her upcoming birthday.

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There are endless ways to revamp a guest bedroom with color, from simple updates like a new fabric headboard and bedding (left) to the full toile treatment seen here.

A WARM WELCOME DELIGHT VISITING FRIENDS AND FAMILY BY GIVING YOUR GUEST ROOM A COLOR REFRESH.

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A single papered wall is an excellent way to add color and create impact without overwhelming a room. The navy accents here add maximum pop thanks to (mostly) white walls and neutral furnishings.

Low-key color bumps (left to right): Create a headboard to match a bold bedskirt; on a white wall, paint a broad stripe and include furniture to match; sprinkle liberally with bright pillows.

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Incorporating a variety of textures and heights adds energy to a water landscape and keeps it interesting over time. In this garden by Allison Landscaping & Water Gardens, wood decking, wispy grasses, dense evergreens and blossoms large and small team up to engage anyone who passes.

Ready to go big? Choose colors to set the mood you’re after. Whether that’s cheerful, soothing, refreshing or fun, there’s a color palette ready to do its part to make your guests feel right at home.

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{ WHERE TO EAT }

AMERICAN

ARNOLD’S BAR AND GRILL The city’s oldest bar, featuring traditional American comfort food and a wide beer selection, 210 E. 8th St., 513.421.6234 BJ’S RESTAURANT AND BREWHOUSE Handcrafted burgers and deep-dish pizzas with beers brewed on-site, 11700 Princeton Pike, Unit J1A, 513.671.1805 CHARLEY’S STE AKERY Ser ving quality Philly steak s for more than 25 years, Liber ty Center, 7100 Foundr y Row, Liber ty Town s hip, 513.755.1626 THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY Inventive American cuisine with an extensive dessert menu focusing on cheesecake, Liberty Center, 7612 Blake St., Liberty Township, 513.755.2761 THE EAGLE FOOD AND BEER HALL Southern comfort food and beer hall, 1342 Vine St., 513.802.5007 FLIP SIDE BURGER & BAR Burger, shake and craft beer concept featuring Ohio grass-fed beef and free-range chicken, Liberty Center, 7622 Blake St., Liberty Township, 513.777.6328

KRUEGER’S TAVERN Contemporar y American bar food with a European influence, 1211 Vine St., 513.834.8670

RED ROOST TAVERN Contemporar y American fare with organic, farm-to-table ingredients, 151 W. 5th St., 513.579.1234

MELT ECLECTIC CAFE Vegetarian restaurant specializing in sandwiches and meat substitutes, 4165 Hamilton Ave., 513.681.6358

RICK’S TAVERN & GRILLE Friendly neighborhood drinker y ser ving up pub grub amid 50 flat-screen T Vs, 5955 Boymel Dr., Fair field, 513.874.1992

METROPOLE Contemporar y dishes cooked in a wood-burning fireplace, 609 Walnut St., 513.578.6660

THE RUST Y BUCKET Relaxed, family-friendly neighborhood tavern, Liberty Center, 7524 Bales St., Liberty Township, 513.463.2600

MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET Specializing in off-theboat-fresh fish, 9456 Water Front Dr., West Chester, 513.779.5292 NORTHSTAR CAFE Hearty, healthy American fare with a renowned brunch ser vice, Liberty Center, 7610 Sloan Way, Liberty Township, 513.759.0033 ORCHIDS AT PALM COURT Contemporar y American food at Hilton’s well-established fine-dining restaurant, 35 W. Fifth St., 513.421.9100 THE ORIGINAL MONTGOMERY INN Cincy staple well-known for its BBQ ribs, 9440 Montgomer y Rd., Montgomer y, 513.791.3482

SALAZAR Casual contemporar y American fare with farm-inspired lunch and dinner menus, 1401 Republic St., 513.621.7000 SENATE RESTAURANT Casual contemporar y American eater y specializing in upscale hot dogs, 1212 Vine St., 513.421.2020 SKYLINE CHILI It’s a Cincy staple, famous for its chili ser ved as Cheese Coneys and 3-Ways, multiple locations including 10792 Montgomer y Rd., 513.489.4404 SLATTS Relaxed neighborhood pub with plenty of plasma T Vs for watching the game, 4858 Cooper Rd., Blue Ash, 513.791.2223

THE GOLDEN LAMB Comfort food that may just be worth the half-hour trek to Lebanon, 27 S. Broadway, 513.932.5065

PALACE RESTAURANT Inventive fine-dining establishment located inside the historic Cincinnatian Hotel, 601 Vine St., 513.381.3000

HOLY GRAIL TAVERN & GRILLE Lively sports bar with casual fare and drink menu, 161 Joe Nuxhall Way, 513.621.2222

PAXTON’S GRILL Relaxed, friendly spot housed in one of Loveland’s oldest buildings, 126 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, 513.583.1717

INCLINE PUBLIC HOUSE Upscale pub food including NYC-style pizzas ser ved against a stunning view of the city, 2601 W. 8th St., 513.251.3000

PIES & PINTS Authentic craft piz za and beer establishment featuring bar food, Liberty Center, 7621 Gibson St., Liberty Township, 513.755.7437

TANO BISTRO & CATERING Contemporar y bistro in historic Loveland, featuring fresh ingredients and a menu that changes with the seasons, 204 W. Loveland Ave., 513.683.8266

J. AUSTIN’S RIVERBANK CAFE Southern-style specialties like grilled catfish and shrimp po-boys, 102 Main St., Hamilton, 513.795.7640

THE PRESIDENTS ROOM Eclectic menu that blends contemporar y American, Italian and German flavors, 812 Race St., 513.721.2260

TERRY’S TURF CLUB Laid-back burger joint with large portions and vegetarian options, 4618 Eastern Ave., 513.533.4222

STONE CREEK DINING COMPANY A varied menu of sandwiches, salads, seafood and steaks, multiple locations including 9386 Montgomer y Rd., Montgomer y, 513.489.1444 and 6200 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, 513.942.2100

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TOM + CHEE Specializes in tomato soup and grilled cheese, multiple locations including 9328 Union Centre Blvd., West Chester, 513.860.0638

JEFFERSON SOCIAL Upscale Mexican fare with extensive cocktail weekend, 101 E. Freedom Way, 513.381.2623

JEFF RUBY’S STEAKHOUSE Reser vations highly recommended at this high-end steak house, 700 Walnut St., Ste. 206, 513.784.1200

THE WILDFLOWER CAFE Farm-to-table fare ser ved in a converted centur y-old farmhouse, 207 E. Main St., Mason, 513.492.7514

MAZUNTE TAQUERIA MEXICANA Casual Mexican eater y with trendy, festive decor, 5207 Madison Rd., 513.785.0000

MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S Steak house and seafood with extensive bar menu and tapas options, 21 E. 5th St., 513.721.9339

BBQ

NADA Trendy Mexican cantina ser ving creative cock tails and modern twists on traditional south-ofthe-border favorites, 600 Walnut St., 513.721.6232

MOERLEIN LAGER HOUSE Fine-dining establishment and artifact-adorned beer bar with a wonder ful view of the river, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, 513.421.2337

QDOBA Casual Mexican grill featuring fresh, handcrafted meals, 2721 Edmonson Rd., 513.351.2269; Liberty Center, 7100 Foundr y Row, Liberty Township, 513.755.0486; Mason, 5030 Deer field Blvd., 513.770.0301; Blue Ash, 9749 Kenwood Rd., 513.984.2629; Florence, 7683 Mall Rd., Florence, KY, 859.647.0296

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE Popular steak house and seafood restaurant overlooking Fountain Square, 441 Vine St., 513.621.3111

MIDWEST BEST BBQ & CREAMERY BBQ joint and ice cream parlor launched by the popular local BBQ sauce and rub company, 7832 Glendale-Milford Rd., Camp Dennison, 513.965.9000 MONTGOMERY INN BOATHOUSE Ribs, burgers and other BBQ specialties, 925 Riverside Dr., 513.721.7427 SMOQ Southern BBQ soul food cooked low and slow, including ribs, brisket and pulled pork, 275 Pictoria Dr., Springdale, 513.671.7667

FRENCH

JEAN-ROBERT’S TABLE Exquisite French cuisine with a weekly changing lunch menu, 713 Vine St., 513.621.4777 TASTE OF BELGIUM Waffles and crepes (both sweet and savor y) at this local favorite, multiple locations including 1133 Vine St., 513.381.4607

GREEK/MEDITERRANEAN

ABIGAIL STREET Inventive cuisine with cheese menu and wine on tap in a trendy but casual setting, 1214 Vine St., 513.421.4040 DURUM GRILL Small, casual gyro eater y loved by the locals, 4764 Cornell Rd., 513.489.4777 PALOMINO Offering a mix of Mediterranean and contemporar y American cuisine with a view of Fountain Square, 505 Vine St., 513.381.1300 PHOENICIAN TAVERNA Mediterranean cuisine in a trendy but casual setting, 7944 S. Mason Montgomer y Rd., Mason, 513.770.0027 RAYA’S LEBANESE Mediterranean food, specializing in kabobs and gyros, 801 Elm St., 513.421.0049 ZULA Eclectic menu of Greek tapas dishes and extensive wine and craft beer lists, 1400 Race St., 513.744.9852

ITALIAN

BOCA French and Italian dishes, NYC-style pizzas and a gluten-free menu, 114 E. 6th St., 513.542.2022 BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE Ser ving high-quality steaks, housemade pasta and flatbreads prepared in an authentic Italian oven, Liberty Center, 7600 Gibson St., Liberty Township, 513.759.4500 BRAVO CUCINA ITALIANA Upscale-casual chain ser ving Italian classics with a twist amid Roman-ruin decor, multiple locations including 5045 Deer field Blvd., Mason, 513.234.7900, and 9436 Water front Dr., West Chester, 513.759.9398

PIZ Z A

DELICIO COAL-FIRED PIZZA An artisan pizzeria that fuses rustic Italian traditions with the smoky flavors of the U.S. Southwest, 9321 Montgomer y Rd., Montgomer y, 513.834.5460; Xavier, 3701 Montgomer y Rd., 513.834.5460 DEWEY’S PIZZA Specialty pizza pies with seasonal menu, multiple locations including 7663 Cox Ln., West Chester, 513.759.6777 GOODFELLAS PIZZERIA Pizzeria with large slices and late-night hours, 1211 Main St., 513.381.3625 LAROSA’S PIZZERIA Casual pizza joint ser ving the area for more than 60 years, multiple locations RICHARDS PIZZA Local chain ser ving up pies since 1955, multiple locations including the original at 417 Main St., Hamilton, 513.894.3296 SBARRO Casual eater y ser ving up New York-style piz za and pastas, Liberty Center, 7100 Foundr y Row, Liberty Township, 512.443.8300

STEAK HOUSE

BISTRO ON ELM Located within the Millennium Hotel Cincinnati, this bright spot offers steaks, seafood and pasta, 150 W. 5th St., 513.352.2189 CARLO & JOHNNY Another winner from Jeff Ruby ser ving prime steaks, seafood options and bountiful sides in an elegant space that was once a stagecoach stop, 9769 Montgomer y Rd., 513.936.8600 CELESTIAL STEAKHOUSE Upscale steak house and seafood restaurant with an impressive view, 1071 Celestial St., 513.241.4455 JAG’S STEAK & SEAFOOD Sur f and tur f is ser ved in the dining room or the high-energy piano bar, 5980 West Chester Rd., West Chester Township, 513.860.5353

PARKERS BLUE ASH TAVERN Elegantly rustic restaurant known for its prime rib and award-winning wine list, 4200 Cooper Rd., Blue Ash, 513.891.8300 THE PRECINCT The original Jeff Ruby’s location features fine steaks and seafood in a turn-of-thecentur y setting, 311 Delta Ave., 513.321.5454 PRIME 47 Upscale menu featuring prime cuts and a wine vault, 580 Walnut St., 513.579.0720 RODIZIO GRILL Bra zilian steakhouse ser ving succulent meats and authentic sides, Liber ty Center, 7630 Gibson St., Liber ty Township, 513.777.4777 TONY’S OF CINCINNATI Huge portions of prime beef and the freshest seafood (salad and potato included) are the hallmarks of this steak house from Tony Ricci, 12110 Montgomer y Rd., 513.677.1993

SUSHI/ASIAN FARE

ASIAN PARADISE Asian fusion restaurant and lounge offering popular happy-hour specials, 9521 Fields Ertel Rd., Loveland, 513.239.8881 BIBIBOP Healthy Korean meals that include quality proteins, vegetables, gluten-free grains and Asian sauces, Liberty Center, 7616 Blake St., Liberty Township, 513.310.6615 FUSIAN Sushi bar with create-your-own rolls, fresh juices and healthy side dishes, 600 Vine St., 513.421.7646 KAZE Trendy sushi and Japanese gastropub featuring a beer garden, 1400 Vine St., 513.898.7991 KONA GRILL Innovative exotic entrees, awardwinning sushi and fresh fish, 7524 Gibson St., Liberty Center Mall, Liberty Township, 513.322.5860 QUÁN HAPA Asian fusion and gastropub with trendy setting, 1331 Vine St., 513.421.7826

THAI

MANGO TREE THAI & SUSHI Casual eater y ser ving fresh, authentic Thai cuisine and sushi, 7229 Wooster Pike, 513.271.0809

NICOLA’S RISTORANTE Italian cuisine featuring fresh pastas and an extensive wine list, 1420 Sycamore St., 513.721.6200 PITRELLI’S A true mom-and-pop dining experience with cuisine from several regions of Italy, 404 2nd Ave., Mason, 513.770.0122 PRIMAVISTA Traditional Italian entrees with wine menu and a view of the city, 810 Matson Pl., 513.251.6467 SOTTO Trendy Italian restaurant ser ving small plates and handmade pastas, 118 E. 6th St., 513.977.6886 VIA VITE Casual dining of stone-fired pizza and fresh pastas with alfresco courtyard seating, 520 Vine St., 513.721.8483

MEXICAN

BAKERSFIELD Authentic Mexican street food with extensive tequila and whiskey menus, 1213 Vine St., 513.579.0446 CHUY’S Eclectic Tex-Mex eater y featuring handmade tortillas, 7980 Hosbrook Rd., 513.793.2489 EL PUEBLO Authentic Mexican fare made from secret family recipes, 4270 Hunt Rd., Blue Ash, 513.791.4405

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{ GATHERINGS } NEARLY 500 GUESTS came together at this year’s Fernside Classic, raising more than $105,000 to benefit children who have experienced the loss of a loved one. TriHealth is pleased to be a Presenting Sponsor of this two-day event, held Friday, May 19 and Monday, May 22, which supports Fernside: A Center for Grieving Children. Guests enjoyed the new venue, Cooper Creek Event Center, on Friday night with delicious dinner stations and an inspiring speech by 11-year-old Fernside participant Katie Griffin. She shared how Fernside helped her deal with her grief after her father passed away. Later in the evening, emcee Bob Herzog from Local 12 WKRC-TV got the crowd out of their seats to teach them dance moves like the “sprinkler” and the “lawnmower.” Thanks to Herzog’s encouraging spirit, more than $35,000 was raised from the dinner’s live auction and lantern donations. The event continued on Monday with more than 200 golfers enjoying a scramble at Kenwood Country Club.

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1. G uests observe a moment of silence for all of the Fernside families who’ve lost loved ones. Lanterns, the sale of which raised more than $20,000, light up the room 2. Emcee Bob Herzog from local 12 WKRC-TV teaching guests the Sprinkler to raise funds for Fernside 3. T he team from the Fernside Classic’s Auto Sponsor, Montgomery Lincoln: (left to right) Roger Henson, Alex Ertle, Andy Buck and Ed Popp 4. Sheila Bandy, Susan Muth, Elize Theron, Jill Cole, Molly Gusweiler, Teresa Achten, Marylou McIlwraith and Luann Scherer enjoy a day of beautiful weather and golf at Kenwood Country Club 5. A thank-you card from a child who attended Fernside FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT BETHESDAFOUNDATION.COM.

6. Guest Speaker Katie Griffin (middle) and her family

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{ BE THERE }

OKTOBERFEST ZINZINNATI September 15–17

NOW–OCTOBER 28 There’s more history behind the Findlay Market than you might have imagined, and American Legacy’s UNDER THE MARKET TOUR reveals it all. Offered every Saturday at 11:30 a.m. through the end of October, the tour will literally take you underground. You’ll see the Linck brewery tunnels, recently rediscovered, and the site where Johnny Cash once did a movie shoot. You’ll also visit one of the last structures standing from the old Christian Moerlein brewery, which has been inaccessible to the public for years. Find out more by visiting americanlegacytours.com/under-themarket-tour. SEPTEMBER 15–17 Time to dust off your lederhosen for OKTOBERFEST ZINZINNATI. With nearly 650,000 attendees each year, Cincinnati's Oktoberfest is the third largest celebration outside of Germany, and it all happens right here at home. The epic three-day festival kicks off Friday with the Running of the Wieners (may the best dog win!) and Gemuetlichkeit (goodwill) Games, featuring classics like the Beer Stein Race and Beer Barrel Roll. (Are you sensing a theme here?) The official keg-tapping happens Saturday at 11:30 a.m. Other attractions include live music, five beer gardens, the World Brat Eating Championship and—not 46

to be missed—your chance to be part of the World’s Largest Chicken Dance. Every dance needs a leader, and this one features the event’s Grand Marshal. Past chicken-dance kingpins have included former Cincinnati Bengals and Reds stars, UFC champs—even Homer Simpson. Who will it be this year? Read all the details at oktoberfestzinzinnati.com.

SEPTEMBER 22–23 Over the course of just two days, the CINCINNATI FOOD & WINE CLASSIC at Yeatman’s Cove will bring together more than 150 culinary celebrities and an onslaught of delectable dishes and top-shelf wines. Whether you’re a hard-core culinary enthusiast or you just appreciate a carefully crafted meal and something special to wash it down with, this event’s mouth-watering agenda of tastings, seminars, parties, demonstrations and contests will leave you satisfied for sure. Details: cincinnatifoodandwineclassic.com.

sun. There’s also a costume contest waiting for you, and the chance to see a cavalcade of special guests—including the people responsible for some of your favorite comics and fantasy films. Get the lowdown at cincinnaticomicexpo.com.

SEPTEMBER 22– OCTOBER 15 Ever fantasized about what it must have been like to live in the wild West back in the pioneer days, surrounded by desperate outlaws, quickshooting sheriffs, trusty steeds and covered wagons? Well the OLD WEST FESTIVAL is probably about as close as you’ll ever come to experiencing that era in the flesh. It’s an atmosphere-packed simulation of an old West town complete with gunfights, cowboys and a ton of Western entertainment including live stage shows, kids’ train rides and more. For the full details, see oldwestfestival.com.

SEPTEMBER 22–24 Whether

SEPTEMBER 22– OCTOBER 29 Experience a bit of

you want to tap into the superhero inside you, indulge in some serious comic-book collecting, or just take part in one of the biggest, most glorious pop-culture geekouts around, the CINCINNATI COMIC EXPO will fit the bill. Snap up your share of rare comics, graphic novels and just about every superhero-related item under the

history up close when the Cincinnati Museum presents its SHAKESPEARE & THE QUEEN CITY exhibition. The crown jewel of this show is a rare original copy of William Shakespeare’s First Folio, the first collection of the Bard of Avon’s plays, which was published back in 1623, seven years after Shakespeare’s death. In

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addition to that historic item, the exhibition gathers a broad range of other versions of Shakespeare’s plays as published through the centuries. You also can enjoy a series of stage performances and check out props and scenery. Find out more at cincymuseum.org/Shakespeare.

OCTOBER 7–8 Gorman Heritage Farm is both a full-fledged working farm and an educational center for learning all about agriculture in action. In addition, for two days in October it will be home to the SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL, an event that offers all kinds of outdoor fun for both adults and kids. The festival will include hayrides, an outdoor sunflower maze, music, food and more. And true to its name it will, of course, feature plenty of sunflowers. For the full story, take a look at gormanfarm.org/product/sunflower-festival. OCTOBER 8 As one of the key members of Britain’s long-running sketchcomedy series Monty Python’s Flying Circus, John Cleese has been making people laugh for nearly half a century. When he hits the Taft Theatre for JOHN CLEESE AND THE HOLY GRAIL, you can experience his comedic genius in person. After a screening of Monty Python & The Holy Grail in its entirety, Cleese will step on stage to answer questions from the audience (“absurd and/or ridiculous questions only, please”) and tell tales of his career on Monty Python, Fawlty Towers and beyond. Learn more: tafttheatre.org/events/2017/10/ john-cleese-and-the-holy-grail.

OCTOBER 21 Alton Brown is best known as one of America’s preeminent celebrity chefs, but he’s also been the host of several foodie TV shows, including the

long-running Good Eats, and a successful author. When he makes his appearance at the Aronoff Center, more of his many talents will be on display. The ALTON BROWN LIVE: EAT YOUR SCIENCE TOUR finds the superchef engaging in everything from comedy to music and puppetry. Of course he’ll also be sharing the kind of culinary magic that’s made him a household name. For more details, visit cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/alton-brown.

OCTOBER 28 If ever there were an American musical treasure, it’s THE BEACH BOYS. Their blend of surf rock, bright, summery pop and almost otherworldly vocal harmonies has been pleasing fans for an astonishing 56 years. Fronted by founding member Mike Love and Beach Boys’ veteran Bruce Johnston, this touring band plays all your favorite Beach Boys hits. Even though they won’t be arriving at the Aronoff Center until the end of October, it always feels like summertime wherever they go. Find out more at cincinnatiarts.org/events/ detail/beach-boys. OCTOBER 28–29 You’ll find a lot more than just an outdoor market when you visit CHARM AT THE FARM VINTAGE MARKET. It’s a carefully curated collection of vendors on acres of picturesque farmland that lends a bucolic atmosphere to one of the most intriguing assemblages of vintage, recycled and new handcrafted offerings you’re likely to find. And when you’re not on the lookout for fantastic finds, you can avail yourself of lounge areas, food trucks, a photo booth and even massages. Get the lowdown at charmatthefarm.com. OCTOBER 29 Get set to PAINT THE TOWN PINK with the Cincinnati Bengals

when they take on the Indianapolis Colts at Paul Brown Stadium. Not only will there be loads of gridiron glory to witness, just like every time the Bengals play, but the Bengals will be teaming up with TriHealth in an effort to help raise awareness for breast cancer and the importance of screening mammograms. Expect to see an explosion of pink everywhere you turn, as part of the special event’s mission to bring health consciousness together with some gripping football action for this very special day.

OCTOBER 30 Get up close and personal with one of America’s most celebrated humorists when DAVID SEDARIS appears at the Aronoff Center. His wit and precision with language have resulted in some of the best-selling humor books in modern memory, like Me Talk Pretty One Day and Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim. His essays offer a personal perspective on the strange world we all share, and humor that cuts to the core of those commonalities. Spend an evening with him in celebration of his new anthology, Theft by Finding: Diaries 1977–2002. More info at cincinnatiarts.org/ events/detail/sedaris. NOVEMBER 1 Here’s a chance for children to catch one of the most popular animated TV pals of the last decade live and in person, or at least in pig. PEPPA PIG’S SURPRISE! puts the pink, squiggletailed star of her own Nick Jr. series up on the stage in a children’s extravaganza that finds the whole pig family represented by both life-size puppets and costumed characters. Loaded with singing, dancing and laughs, the show is an unstoppable outpouring of fun. Details at tafttheatre.org/ events/2017/11/peppa-pig-s-surprise.

Send event listings to: Cincinnati Health & Life, 110 Summit Ave., Montvale, NJ 07645; or email editor@wainscotmedia.com. Listings must be received two months before the event and must include a phone number/website that will be published.

CINCINNATI FOOD & WINE CLASSIC September 22-23

PAINT THE TOWN PINK October 29

DAVID SEDARIS October 30

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{ POWER FOOD }

How

SWEET IT IS

VITAMIN-PACKED SWEET POTATOES LEAVE WHITE SPUDS IN THE DIRT.

A PRIMARY SOURCE of nourishment for native Americans, early European colonists and soldiers during both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, sweet potatoes later were relegated to holiday tables, served as a complement to Thanksgiving turkey or holiday roast. Today, sweet potatoes are making a comeback: orange-fleshed mashes, fries and tots are commonly found on restaurant menus and in the frozen-food aisle at grocery stores. Though fried potatoes of any color should be eaten sparingly, baked or boiled sweet potatoes offer exceptional health benefits.

POWER UP Considered one of the healthiest vegetables of all, sweet potatoes are the root of a tropical vine in the morningglory family. Brimming with betacarotene, fiber and vitamins A (five

times the recommended daily intake), C and E, they’re a good choice when it comes to adding cancer-fighting nutrients to your diet and improving digestive health. Compared to white (also called Irish) potatoes, they have more vitamins, more fiber, fewer calories and fewer total carbs—despite having more sugar. They’re also fat-free.

BUY | STORE | SERVE When shopping, choose sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth, without bruises or discoloration. Store them unwashed in a cool, dry place and use within three to five weeks. Sweetness increases during storage. Don’t refrigerate—the cold turns the potato’s natural sugars to starch. Like white potatoes, sweet potatoes can be baked, grilled, boiled or microwaved.

Lightly season with salt and pepper or highlight their sweet side by sprinkling with brown sugar and cinnamon. For healthy potato chips, slice thinly, brush lightly with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees (or until lightly browned and crisp). Try adding thinly sliced, cooked sweet potato to your sandwich, or pop sweet-potato slices on the grill until browned to your liking, then drizzle with lime juice. And of course, you can mash them. You can even try them raw by shredding onto a salad.

DID YOU KNOW? Sweet potatoes and yams are two different vegetables, with sweet potatoes offering more nutritional benefits and being more widely available in the U.S.

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