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People who eat diets chock full of veggies, fruits, nuts, whole grains and fish score higher in cognitive tests than those folks who eat less healthful diets.
—Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
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The percent of women who experienced changes in their menstrual cycle following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020. People who felt high levels of stress during the pandemic were more likely to have heavier menstrual bleeding and for a longer duration.
—Journal of Women’s Health
STEP UP YOUR TIME
Can you climb four flights of stairs—or 60 steps—in under a minute? If you can, you’re in good heart health. If it takes you longer than a minute and a half, have a chat with your doctor. —European Society of Cardiology
MOVE FOR METABOLIC HEALTH
Taking a three-minute break from sitting every half hour has been found to improve blood sugar control. Experts advise walking or climbing stairs during those breaks. —American Journal of Physiology
FLEX FOR FUNCTION
Between the ages of 55 and 86, shoulder and hip range of motion decreased by approximately 6 degrees per decade. To counter that reduction, stretch, do strength training and eat foods that lower inflammation, such as fish and veggies.
—Journal of Aging
Research
ZINC FOR HAIR LOSS?
Patients experiencing hair loss generally have lower levels of zinc. If you’re losing more hair than usual, you could have a mineral deficiency.
—Annals of Dermatology
SOCK IT TO YOUR ROUTINE
Wearing compression socks during workout sessions or running lessens muscle fatigue and soreness, according to recent findings.
—Open Access Journal of Sports Medicine
NO JUDGMENT ZONE
Observing your own thoughts and feelings without judgment makes you more likely to forgive others who’ve hurt you, and according to experts, forgiveness helps you more than the other person.
—Emotion
Sandra C. Fava
Fox Rothschild LLP
49 Market St., Morristown, NJ 07960 | 973.994.7564 | www.foxrothschild.com
Since dispute resolution rarely happens overnight, Sandra Fava, a partner in Fox Rothschild’s Morristown office, knows that her clients need a trusted and zealous advocate to help them navigate the complex and emotional process of family law issues. Sandra provides effective strategies, innovative solutions and compassionate counsel, all of which lead to an easier transition to her clients’ next phase of life.
Sandra guides you through what may be a one of the most personally challenging times in your life. Working closely together, Sandra crafts a strategic plan that will ensure the most positive outcome for you and your family. A certified mediator and a compassionate and creative attorney, Sandra takes a solution-oriented approach, working closely with clients to identify their goals and develop a strategy that effectively and efficiently meets your needs.
Maryse Manasse, DMD, MEd, FICD
Executive Dental Studio
24 North Avenue W., Cranford, NJ 07016 908-276-2385 | info@execdentalstudio.com | www.execdentalstudio.com
As a specialist in prosthodontics, Dr. Maryse Manasse of Executive Dental Studio, manages patients of all ages needing to restore their smiles and oral functioning from tooth loss. She now leads this long-standing family practice that has gained the respect and trust of the community, treating generations of patients.
Prosthetic procedures may include crowns, oral reconstructions, removable dentures, or implants. In addition to prosthodontics, Dr. Manasse also offers cosmetic dentistry procedures in her family practice. Moreover, Dr. Manasse is a fellow and diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and a prominent New York University faculty member. Her patients appreciate her integrity and gentle hands. Furthermore, her individualized patient care causes her to take the time to listen to their respective needs and concerns. Call for an appointment in a comfortable and welcoming office where you can rest assured that you’re in trustworthy hands.
Melissa Cipriano
Cipriano Law Offices, P.C.
175 Fairfield Ave., Suite 4C/D, West Caldwell, NJ 07006 | 973.403.8600 | www.ciprianolaw.com
Melissa Cipriano was working at an insurance defense firm when she received a request to help a friend whose child had been taken to another state by his ex-wife, without permission. He counted on Melissa for strong legal action to get his daughter back, which she did, along with legal custody.
These cases led to others, inspiring Melissa to specialize in family law and she never looked back. She opened her practice in 2003, handling all aspects of family representation, including domestic violence and child protection. Melissa is a qualified family law mediator and parenting coordinator. She is a volunteer on the Essex County Early Settlement Panel which assists litigants in coming to resolution of their outstanding issues there by avoiding costly protracted litigation. Ms. Cipriano is admitted to practice law in New Jersey, New York and Florida, the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.
Tanya L. Freeman, Chair, Family Law Department
Wiener Law Group LLP
100 Eagle Rock Ave., Suite 105, East Hanover, New Jersey 07936 | 973-939-0100 | www.tanyafreeman.law
Divorce. Custody. Support. Deciding who gets what and how it may impact your children…It’s stressful, heartbreaking, and a single misstep can be costly. That’s why for so many people, their next move—or their first—is to call Tanya L. Freeman. Tanya has brought together a team of skilled attorneys and support staff that can help you navigate a family law dispute with confidence. Tanya has represented clients in cases involving corporate executives, professional athletes, television personalities, and other high-profile celebrities.
Prior to the practice of law, Tanya spent fifteen years in key roles leading audit teams in the banking and insurance industries. Tanya’s corporate audit background enhances her ability to effectively represent clients with high net worth cases involving significant assets as well as cases concerning owners of closely held businesses. This know-how helps her develop strong negotiation and trial strategies designed to help her clients move confidently through every aspect of their case. If you are wondering where to turn to next…call Tanya and her team.
Christine M. Dalena, Esq.
Laufer, Dalena, Jensen, Bradley and Doran, LLC
23 Cattano Ave., Morristown, NJ 07960 973.285.1444 | cdalena@lauferfamilylaw.com www.lauferfamilylaw.com
Christine M. Dalena, Esq, has been a family law attorney for over 32 years. For the past 19 years, Ms. Dalena has been an equity partner and the managing partner for the last 4 years. Ms. Dalena has extensive experience in handling complex, high net worth and high conflict mediation, collaborative law and family law matters.
Although Ms. Dalena’s specialty is in handling family law related matters (divorce, dissolution of civil unions, adoptions, domestic violence, custody & parenting time, marital torts, paternity, co-habitation agreements & pre-nuptial agreements), she has extensive experience in other areas of the law—real estate transactions and prior general litigation—which allows her to handle a broader spectrum of issues that customarily arise in the matrimonial law context. Each case is unique so she employs the most appropriate strategy—mediation, collaborative, arbitration or litigation—based on the particular circumstances that exist in each individual matter. Her mediation and collaborative training skills, coupled with her knowledge of the law, ability to handle complex financial issues, and compassion for her client’s needs and goals have enabled her to handle the intricacies of family law successfully
Jackie Scura
Compass Real Estate
For more than 35 years Jackie has been a top realtor in Morris County, helping thousands of people realize their dreams of homeownership.
What sets Jackie apart is her ability to really listen and offer sound consultation when clients are in transition. On average, her listings sell for 110% of list price with offers in under one week. Jackie has won numerous awards, including the Diamond Club, the single highest achievement one can earn in the residential real estate field.
Even more than awards and accolades, Jackie is proud of her professional reputation and her business that has been built on personal referrals.
