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CONTENTS

IN THIS ISSUE...

18 Your Child’s HealthChasing a Cureby Lynn Machon

22 FitnessMixed Martial Arts: Mix Up Your Routineby Desiree Patterson

32 NutritionFive Foods to Start Eating...NOW!by Jacqueline Renfrow

36 9 Companies With PurposeDoing Their Part to Help Mother Earthby Kristen Castillo

40 Conscious Cuisine8 Local and Healthy Eatsby Danielle Enns

44 Ready or NotPrepare Before Disaster Strikesby Margaret Snider

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6 Editor’s Note

8 Health Happenings

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16 Your Child’s Health: Banking Your Baby’s

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26 Your Health: Shingles

29 Nutrition: My Plate

34 Dish: Recipes for Healthy Living

48 Your Pet’s Health: It’s Buggy Out There

50 Ask the Experts: Our Advisory Board Answers Your Questions

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I t’s a staggering statistic: of the 13,500 children diagnosed with cancer each year, one in five of those children will lose their battle against the disease.

It’s a statistic that caught my attention seven years ago when I received a press release from Robyn Raphael with the Keaton Raphael Memorial about that year’s St. Baldrick’s event—an annual event where people receive pledges in return for shaving their heads. The money raised from these events goes directly to children’s cancer research. In the back of my mind I thought,

“Hmm...wonder if I could do that.” I was concerned that my husband wouldn’t be too fond of the idea of me shaving my head, but no quicker than the words came out of my mouth that it was something I’d like to do was he saying, “Oh, you totally have to do it! You’re going to look AWESOME bald!” And then he was racing around the Internet finding pictures of other bald women, saying things like, “You’re going to look even better than this,” (showing me a picture of Demi Moore when she shaved her head for a movie). I signed up and never looked back. I’ve now shaved my head twice for St. Baldrick’s—the first time in 2005 and again in 2010 (pictured here)—and it is one of the most amazing things I’ve done in my life, and I’m looking forward to shaving my head again in 2015! For us St. Baldrick’s shavees, it’s simply a hair cut. For the kids who lose their hair because of their battle with cancer, it’s a constant reminder that they’re fighting for their lives. To learn more about children’s cancer, research deficiencies and initiatives, and what you can do to help, check out Lynn Machon’s article, “Chasing A Cure,” starting on page 18.

We’ve also packed this issue with plenty of health and wellness tips and information such as Margaret Snider’s feature on disaster planning; Abigail Blank’s story on banking your baby’s cord blood; Desiree Pat-terson’s experience trying out mixed martial arts studios; Jacqueline Renfrow’s piece on “Five Foods to Start Eating...NOW,” Danielle Enns’ adventure discovering “8 Local and Healthy Eats” (yeah, it’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it!); and so much more.

As always, after you read through this issue, we hope that you will not only have found some good information, but also that you’ve enjoyed

spending time with it. We love to hear from our readers—tell us what you like and what you want more of...we want to serve it up for you! Feel free to email me directly at [email protected].

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A new center for eating disorders treatment and prevention is now open in Roseville. Summit Eating Disorders and Outreach Program (SEDOP) provides medically supervised services to adolescents and adults suffering from anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder. The center’s Executive Director, Jennifer Lombardi, is an eating disorder survivor turned treatment specialist, so she can offer genuine expertise on this important illness. SEDOP’s profes-sional staff is trained in many disciplines of the field. SEDOP is based in Sacramento, where lev-els of care include a seven day-per-week Partial Hospitalization program, an Intensive Outpatient program and flexible outpatient programming. The new Roseville center currently serves patients with an intensive outpatient program. Visit sedop.org for more information.

EAT WhAT ThE EXPERT IS EATINGA new book by NBC’s The Biggest Loser trainer Bob Harper spills the beans on weight-loss strat-egy, nutrition and hu-man nature. The Skinny Rules: The Simple, Non-

negotiable Principles for Getting to Thin (Ballantine Books) includes healthy recipes for every meal as well as snacks. Harper’s plan revolves around 20 simple and easy-to-follow principles such as:Rule #4: Eat protein at every meal, mak-ing some kind of fish your go-to protein as often as you can. Take your weight and divide it by two—that’s more or less how many grams of protein you should be eating every day.Rule #12: Make one day a week a meat-less day. Learn to use a few simple plant foods well, and this rule will keep you from succumbing to that notorious dieter’s trap: monotony.Rule #18: Go to bed slightly hungry. De-nied fuel for more than five hours, your body will start burning its own fat and sugar. Make a point not to eat after din-ner and you’ll be burning fat while you’re sleeping.Rule #20: Enjoy a splurge meal once a week. Unlike episodic binging, splurge meals are an ingredient in your diet. When you plan something, you are in control.

It’s fun to eat outside in the summertime, but it’s also very important to understand food safety and storage. The warm weather is perfect for making bacteria grow faster if food is not properly handled. Most food-borne bacteria grow the fastest at temperatures of 90 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Bacteria also need moisture to flourish, so be extra careful when it’s hot and humid. Here are several ways to prevent your family fun from turning into a medical emergency.

Observe the “two-hour” rule. • Do not leave food requiring refrigeration out for more than two hours. If the tempera-ture is above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, food needs to be refrigerated within one hour.Separate beverages and perishable foods into two cool-• ers. This will help keep your food colder, due to open-ing the beverage cooler more often. Remember to keep refilling ice in the cooler once you notice the previous ice melting.Place the cooler in the shade• or out of the sun whenever possible.Store leftovers safely. • When finished eating, seal contain-ers and immediately put them back in the cooler.Cross-contamination during preparation, grilling and • serving food is a prime cause of food borne illness. When packing the cooler, wrap raw meats securely. Avoid raw meat juices from coming into contact with ready-to-eat food. Wash plates, utensils and cutting boards that held the raw meat or poultry before using again for cooked food.When to toss your leftovers? • Follow the one-to-two day rule: cooked or uncooked fish, fresh sausage and uncooked ground meats should be tossed after one to two days. Or the three-to-five day rule: deli or homemade egg, chicken, tuna or pasta salad should be tossed after three to five days. If in doubt...throw it out! It is better to be safe than sorry.

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Bariatrics is the branch of medi-cine that deals with the causes, prevention and treatment of obesity. Bariatric surgery is weight-loss surgery (gastric by-pass, gastric banding and other procedures) that is performed on individuals who are strug-gling with obesity. Obese per-sons are more prone to cardiac and respiratory diseases, dia-betes, skin conditions, osteoar-thritis, depression and certain types of cancers. What’s more, if a patient has been obese for a significant period of time, his or her life span may be reduced by as much as 10 to 15 years compared to the non-bariatric population. Here in this area, Sacramento Bariatric Medical Associates offers a comprehen-sive program for weight-loss sur-gery and the follow-up care that is vital for a successful outcome. The first step is to determine if you are a candidate for weight-loss surgery. Visit Sacramento Bariatric’s Web site, sacbariatric.com, and find your Body Mass Index (BMI) with their easy-to-use calculator.

10 YEARS AND STILL COOKINGA wholehearted hit when it was first published in 2002, The Whole Foods Market Cookbook can still be found (open-faced) on kitchen counters everywhere. Now with three Whole Foods Markets in the greater Sac-ramento area, it’s even more appli-cable for those who want winning recipes (350 of them) and healthful cooking advice for natural and or-ganic foods. There is something for everyone—vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike. Choose a recipe such as Kung Pao Tofu or Hazelnut Crusted Pork Loin, and then head to Whole Foods Market for your ingre-dients. You’ll be cruising the aisles with a purpose! Pick up a copy of the cookbook while you’re there or look for it online at amazon.com.

BARIATRIC SURGERY: WHAT, WHY and WHEN?

COCONUT WATER:A SPORTS DRINK?

Yes, coconut water may be the ideal sports drink. A new study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that coconut water was equally as effective as a commercial sports drink in hydrating participants after an intense workout. So why choose coconut water over a sports drink? For one, coconut water is a natural source of electrolytes. Second, coconut water is low on the glycemic index, so it won’t dramatically affect your blood sugar, while fluid-replacement beverages like Powerade are sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup, a high-glycemic index sweetener that can spike blood sugar levels and promote body-fat stor-age. When opting for the coconut water, be sure to choose a brand that is 100-percent pure, such as Vita Coco or ZICO.

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Potential bariatric patients should be aware of a particular condition that is caused by obesity. Ac-

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obesity. Leg lymphedema can result when there is blockage of the lymph nodes in the groin area;

the additional weight puts too much pressure on the lymph nodes there, causing a fluid backup like a

clogged drain. The condition manifests itself as swelling, pain, discomfort, tightness in the skin, decreased

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search found that the average Body Mass Index (BMI) of the patients with leg lymphedema was 70; BMI of 30 or greater

is considered obese. Although there is no cure for the condition, relief from the pain and swelling can be found with

compression bandaging, exercises and significant weight loss. Medical treatment can include manual lymphatic

drainage, which helps direct lymph flow out of the congested areas. Lymphedema can also occur in the arms, but it

is traditionally associated with breast cancer surgery that involves removal of, or damage to, the lymph nodes.

What healthy habit is easy to do but is neglected by nearly 85 per-cent of us? If you guessed daily

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The need for blood donation continues to increase. According to BloodSource—one of the world’s premier blood centers based right here in the Sacramento area —more than one in seven people enter-ing a hospital for care will need blood. Just a few examples include:

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Donating blood is safe, easy and takes about an hour. Blood donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health and be at least 17 years old (those aged 16 can donate with a signed parental consent form). This summer, BloodSource is partnering with the Sacramento River Cats—donate blood and receive a free game ticket. For specific dates and locations, visit bloodsource.org.

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I n the summer of 2006, after 21 days straight of triple-digit temperatures, I gave birth to my second child. At that time, we made the somewhat controversial decision to bank her cord blood. It remains locked away in a cryogenic state, waiting and ready in the, hopefully, remote chance that we need it. Very sci-fi, I know, but we’ll get more into that later.

Cord blood banking remains low on the radar of the general public. Yet, for those navigating the dos and don’ts, rights and wrongs, and mainstream versus counterculture approaches to birthing and parenting, the decision to bank or not bank your newborn’s cord blood is wrought with complex scientific what-ifs and personal financial conundrums.

As you weigh your options and consider the possibilities, it’s important to understand the scientific reasoning behind saving your child’s cord blood. Karen Taylor, M.D., board certified ob-gyn, a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and medical director of collections and education with StemCyte, sums up the issue succinctly, “Cord blood is an invaluable source of stem cells. You can save someone’s life by giving something that would otherwise be medical waste.”

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The blood that remains in the umbilical cord just after birth contains stem cells. These cells are the basic building blocks of blood, tissues and the immune system. Right now only five per-cent of parents are banking—either privately or publicly—this life-saving resource. That means that the remaining 95 percent simply goes into the biohazard bin. If you’re worried about the controversy surrounding stem cells and stem cell research, rest assured. These are not embryonic stem cells; they come directly from the remnants of blood that passes between mother and child while in the womb, and is usually discarded after birth.

Amazing work has been done over the past 20 years in the use of cord blood stem cells. They need not be your own cells or even from a member of your family to provide lifesaving benefits. Currently, there are 80 diseases known to be treatable with cord blood stem cells, most of which are diseases of the blood like leukemia. Additionally, possible uses and applications of cord blood stem cells in regenerative medicine are currently being researched, including its applications in the treatment of cerebral palsy and Parkinson’s disease. With proper storage, these lifesaving possibilities are available indefinitely.

Although the science behind banking cord blood may be complicated, the actual procedure of collecting it is simple, com-pletely non-invasive and doesn’t interrupt the birth process or experience in any way. The most common method of collection is similar to a typical blood draw. After birth, when the cord is cut, a syringe is inserted into the vein within the cord and the residual blood is siphoned directly into a sterile collection bag. Most private banks offer personalized medical courier service and should be notified once the specimen is ready for pickup. This service will transport the specimen to the bank where it will be cryogenically preserved and stored for an indefinite amount of time or until it’s needed.

It’s important to let your doctor know beforehand, as well as the hospital staff that will be tending to you during the birth, that you will be banking your child’s cord blood. They will be the ones to take charge of getting the collection done and contacting the courier service.

Dr. Taylor points out two very important steps when deciding whether or not to privately bank your baby’s cord blood. “Parents need to consider if it’s an affordable process for their family,” she says. The initial costs of private banking can be upwards of $2,000, with an additional yearly maintenance fee. Dr. Taylor also emphasizes that just because a private bank may spend con-siderable time and money advertising, doesn’t mean they are up to date on the science. Her message to parents is clear. “It’s up to them to consider the current diseases that can be treated and the potential for emerging applications for cord blood stem cells.” She recommends consulting the National Morrow Donor Program (marrow.org) for the most up-to-date information on studies and applications of cord blood stem cells. A public bank or hybrid

(public and private) bank, such as StemCyte (stemcyte.com) can provide a wealth of information as well.

Dr. Taylor suggests that parents look at two important factors when choosing a private bank. First, search for a bank that has done many transfers. This experience is key to finding a private bank with a good, proven track record. Secondly, make sure they are well established and financially secure. It’s also a good idea to check for credentials, mainly AABB (American Association of Blood Banks) and FACT (Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy) to ensure they’re in good standing.

If you find that private cord blood banking is out of your financial means, but want to make the benefits of cord blood avail-able to someone who might be in need of a match, the American Academy of Pediatrics highly recommends the donation of your child’s umbilical cord blood to a public bank. Of late, there has been a greater push to educate parents and make available the

option of donating in more cities and hospitals. “The goal is to build up the national registry to increase the number of units and increase the ethnic diversity, so that every ethnic background is able to find a match,” Dr. Taylor says. As it stands now, minorities are significantly underrepresented in the national registry, but California has a wealth of ethnic diversity and can be a so-

lution to this dire problem. In fact, the UC Davis Institute for Regenerative Cures is spear-

heading a statewide public cord blood donation program. The Institute for Regenerative Cures is headed by Jan Nolta, Ph.D., one of the nation’s leading stem cell researchers; launched in the spring, this program is the first of its kind in California and is designed to significantly increase the availability of umbilical cord blood units for individuals in need of a transplant. The program will initially be available to those who give birth at Mercy General, Sutter Memorial, Mercy San Juan Medical Center, and, of course, the university medical center. In time, it aims to expand through-out the state, increasing in racial and ethnic diversity.

Collection and storage will be done at no cost to the donating family. Instead, the program is funded by a small ($2) increase of fees through the year 2017 on the cost of certified copies of birth certificates. Additionally, parents will not need to worry about choosing a bank for donation, as storage will be arranged for program participants at approved facilities. Cord blood collected through public donation will be available for both transplants and innovative medical research.

Whether you decide to bank privately or donate to a public bank, it’s important to consider all of your options and educate yourself thoroughly. Do the research, talk with your spouse, and consult a medical professional about what is right for your family. As Dr. Taylor says, “You can give life twice.” What a beautiful gift that would be.•P

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CHASING A CUREThe Importance of Kid-Focused Cancer ResearchBY LYNN MACHON

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therapies to a modification of dosage or frequency,” Dr. Pawar explains. This is done under a consortium called the Children’s Oncology Group, which collaborates internationally to improve the fight against cancer. “Our patients are still developing, so we’re careful how we treat them,” Dr. Pawar says. “In children we use mainly chemotherapy and surgery—we try to avoid radiation because it can affect the brain’s cognitive function and a child’s growth.” Dr. Pawar says that new research focused on molecular targets in cancer cells will yield treatments with fewer side effects

for young cancer survivors.

what’s being done to helpAccording to advocacy groups like the Pediatric Cancer Foundation, pediatric cancer is vastly underfunded at the fed-eral level, comprising just 3.8 percent of the National Cancer Institute’s annual budget.

To fill that financial void, several national nonprofits have stepped up. Since 2000, St. Baldrick’s, the world’s largest volunteer organization dedicated to funding the fight against childhood cancer, has hosted more than 5,400 signature head-shaving events—raising a whopping $146 million for pediat-ric cancer research grants and clinical trials. Locally, Roseville-based Keaton Raphael Memorial (KRM) has raised more than $4 million on behalf of St. Baldrick’s. A passionate advocate who lost her five-year-old son, Keaton, to neuroblastoma, founder Robyn Raphael has traveled annually to Washington, D.C. the past 14 years to campaign for childhood cancer funding.

“It’s a numbers game, with lots of political and social constraints,” she asserts. “Childhood cancer accounts for one percent of all cancers. So, be-cause we don’t have the numbers, the money’s not there.” A representative un-der the Alliance for Childhood Cancer, Raphael’s effort has furthered key federal legislation, the Carolyn Pryce Walker Conquer Children’s Cancer Act and the Creating Hope Act (pending).

support for families in needCloser to home, Raphael’s foundation provides tangible support for families

They’re not easy statistics to digest. An estimated 13,500 children and adolescents ages 19 and under are diag-nosed with cancer each year in the U.S. One in five detected loses the fight. Despite cutting-edge advance-

ments, cancer surprisingly remains the leading cause of disease-related death in our youth. Delaying a cure, say advocates, is the concept that childhood cancer is simply “little” adult cancer—a costly misdiagnosis that impacts vital research funding. As we near September, National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to spotlight the need for pediatric-specific research toward a kid-focused cure.

childhood cancer on the riseIt’s difficult to explain why childhood cancer has risen slightly but steadily over the past few decades. Unlike adult cancer, which tends to be blamed on environmental risk factors such as obe-sity, chemical exposure or smoking, the causes of childhood cancer is largely un-known. “Genetic abnormalities explain a small percentage of cancers, but not all,” explains Anjali Pawar, M.D., associ-ate clinical professor of pediatric oncol-ogy with the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, which sees 60-70 new pediatric cases each year. “In some childhood leukemias, the cell abnor-mality actually starts in utero, so there’s nothing you can do to prevent it.”

Not only do causes of cancer differ between children and adults, but can-cer types differ as well. “One-third of childhood cancers are leukemias. We find more sarcomas in children, versus carcinomas in adults. Some cancers are child-specific, such as Wilms tumor or neuroblastoma. Cancer in children is just different,” says Dr. Pawar.

proven therapies for promising treatmentAlthough pediatric cancer has in-creased, so has the five-year survival rate for those kid warriors—from just 10 percent in the 1950s to 80 percent today. This is an achievement attributed to the success of clinical trials.

“Pediatric cancer patients are pri-marily treated through randomized controlled trials, comparing known


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through the Childhood Cancer Family Navigator. “Any family with a child on the cancer journey can call us,” Raphael says, adding that KRM receives referrals from five area hospitals and touches 200-250 families each year in the greater Sacramento area. “We triage the top issues for each family and work with community partners to meet their specific needs, sometimes providing basic things like transportation,” Raphael explains.

Additionally, families receive a hope chest filled with a per-sonalized snuggle blanket for the child, gifts for siblings and practical information for parents to help navigate the health care system. Raphael says some of what they do is outside of the box. “We learned one of our kiddos was terminal and wanted her last birthday party to be at Incredible John’s Pizza, so we made that happen.” KRM also pro-vides bereavement support. “My dad’s a cabinet maker and he makes beauti-ful memory boxes that we fill and give to the families,” says Raphael.

committed to finding a cureJackie Harrison’s daughter, Khylee, passed away in 2010 at the tender age of five from diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), an inoperable form of brain cancer. “We basically were told when she was diagnosed that there

was no cure and she would have about nine months to live,” Harrison recalls. “They said we could treat it with radiation but it would be temporary.”

Khylee went through six and a half weeks of radiation, five days a week. “It’s heartbreaking to watch your child go through something like that. We as parents are supposed to protect our children and we were helpless,” Harrison says. During her daughter’s journey, Harrison discovered a book called Notes Left Behind by Keith and Brooke Desserich. “I was terrified, and the book really helped me understand what she was going through and prepared me for what was to come.”

Today Harrison heads up the California chapter of The Cure Starts Now Foundation, which is dedicated to finding a “home run” cure for cancer, starting with the deadliest form, pediatric brain cancer.

a call to action for our kidsIn October, Raphael’s family will witness the bittersweet opening of “Keaton’s Korner,” a whimsi-cal playroom featured in UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center’s new pediatric wing expansion. “Although I want to celebrate the successes, it’s startling that childhood cancer re-mains the number one disease killer of our children in 2012,” Raphael shares. “Nobody likes to think about childhood cancer, but everybody can do something to help. We just need people to invest in our mission.” •


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Keaton Raphael Memorial’s 15th Annual Chipping Away at Childhood Cancer Memorial Golf TournamentAugust 24Morgan Creek Golf Club, Rosevillechildcancer.org

CureSearch Walk for Children’s CancerNovember 103800 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento curesearchwalk.org

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W hat exactly is mixed martial arts? I’m sure that you’ve seen the hats, t-shirts and bumper stickers promoting slogans and brands like “TapouT” and “Affliction.” What you might not know is that

mixed martial arts (MMA) is the impetus behind these brands as well as the Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC), among other promoters, who back the martial-arts-based sport that’s currently kicking up conversation in living rooms across the country. In fact, the hot topic or buzzword known as MMA is now one of the fastest growing sports in the land. The term “mixed” in MMA can easily be defined by the utilization of a “mixture” of the following techniques: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, kung fu, judo, karate, Western boxing, kickboxing, grappling, multiple styles of wrestling and others. MMA is classified as a combat sport, but it’s a practice that stresses the principles of fair play and respect.

When asking a ring of “average joes” about the sport known as MMA fighting, I invariably get the response, “I don’t watch that stuff.” Many see the activity as too violent. However, since the sport’s

inception—nearly two decades ago —regulation and refinement have knocked that assertion down. The world of MMA has come a long way and found its position in the homes of millions across the world, with referees and athletes earning the respect as being part of a professional sport as much as (and maybe more so) as those in traditional sports like boxing, football and basketball. No, you will not see competitors get their faces punched in to the point of death, or anywhere near. Just doesn’t happen. But what you will see are serious athletes who train everyday, all day, under the direction of professional trainers, coaches and nutritionists. The sport of MMA requires an immense amount of both physical and mental strength; further, strategy plays a pivotal role in the competitor’s success.

It’s often said that mental strength is the golden ticket to winning in the ring, but it’s even more imperative for survival in everyday life. I believe that looking good and feeling good (think mental strength) are the reasons that so many who love fitness are perking their ears to what MMA-style training can offer them and their families. It should also be noted that calling yourself a mixed martial artist does not


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imply that you know each and every martial arts category; instead, it’s a style of training for combat that combines various types of ancient fighting principles and the exercises that define those con-cepts. Jason Froehlich with Folsom Martial Arts Center says, “The basic fundamentals of martial arts entail getting the body and mind to connect and become one with your spirit. Taught that way, martial arts is a life-long study of the self and not a ‘discipline.’”

Mesmerized by the promises of a stronger, smarter body, I decided to get a small taste of MMA to see what the hype is all about. You’ll see as you read on, I have visited a select number of area gyms and studios to test out a few of the sport styles utilized in MMA. First up, I picked up some hand-wraps and boxing gloves and left my yoga mat at home. I hit the mat…in the boxing ring, followed by several other floors to reign queen. In the Q&As that follow…I’ll always be the “Joe.”

boxing: can’t fight the feelingUpon a trip to Prime Time Boxing (with locations in Folsom, Roseville and Sacramento), I signed some paperwork (this, I realized, was to be the most painless part) and was quickly prepared for a crash course in the fundamentals of this striking sport. With hands wrapped and boxing gloves strapped, I met my instructor Tyler and was off to the mat. During my first class (Intro to Fundamen-tals), I learned the proper terminology and correct hand/arm/body placement for each kind of punch, including jab, right cross, hook and body/upper cut. “That looks easy!” is what they all say, but try throwing the punches consecutively for multiple

minutes and you’ll re-think that assertion as you fruitlessly try to rub the sweat from your head using a big cushioned mitten known as a boxing glove. Throw footwork with constant movement in the mix and you’ve reached another level of mind/body connection.

Joe vs. ProPro: Cary Williams-Nunez, Co-founder/CEO of Prime Time Boxing, Inc.Joe: What do you think the biggest misconception is about box-ing for whole-body fitness?Pro: In boxing we use our legs A LOT! With the jump rope, footwork and defensive work such as bobbing and weaving, you get one heck of a leg workout.

Joe: Do you need to be an athletic-type to succeed or reap the benefits of boxing?Pro: No! We have new members all the time who have never played a sport before. Boxing is a learned skill and takes a little rhythm. The benefits of boxing are not only physical but mental as well. Once you start gaining

confidence in your boxing skills and conditioning overall, it transcends into your everyday life. Mental toughness, physical toughness and the workout makes you look sexy!

Joe: What areas of the body can people expect to see/notice the biggest changes?Pro: Immediately members notice their midsection getting smaller and then they see their arms toning up. The number on the scale gets smaller, but the waistline gets smaller before the numbers on the scale.

Joe: How can you utilize the fundamentals of boxing in your daily life?Pro: The fundamentals of boxing require relaxation and rhythm. Daily, you can utilize this when you start to feel tense or stressed. Of course, the fundamentals of boxing will always come in handy if you are in a bad situation and are threatened physically.

taekwondo: self-defense and moreAccording to Karen Bowman with Bowman Martial Arts in Folsom, “The biggest misconception about Taekwondo is that you must be young and athletic to participate. In fact, second only to soccer, Taekwondo is the most practiced sport in the world boasting ap-proximately 20 million students worldwide. Because Taekwondo uses the arms for blocking and attacking, the legs for kicking and balancing, and the core’s torque to bring it all together, Taekwondo is a true full-body workout.” Amitis Pourarian with THE STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness in Granite Bay agrees with Bowman in her comment on the foundation of Taekwondo, “Courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control and indomitable spirit are the key ten-ants.” Pourarian continues, saying, “I think the underlying funda-mental principles of all martial arts is to be consistent, disciplined and determined (have heart).” Pourarian, a sixth degree black belt in Taekwondo, four-time national champion, 2000 U.S. Team Member and a 2001 World Cup U.S. Team Member, has also de-signed a class specifically for both men (BAD, “Bad Ass Dads”) and women (BAM, “Bad Ass Moms”) seeking to combine fitness with self-defense instruction. She explains, “This class is for women and men who want to learn self-defense and earn a black belt. Physi-cal benefits include learning the art of Taekwondo, self-defense, flexibility, weight loss, general fitness, strength building and much more. Mentally one can expect to develop self-motivation, respect, confidence and control, along with a positive outlook on the chal-lenges that life may throw at you.”

Joe vs. ProPro: Karen Bowman, Owner/Chief Instructor of Bowman Martial Arts, 5th Degree Black Belt

Joe: What do you think the biggest misconception is about Tae-kwondo for whole-body fitness?Pro: That you must be young and athletic to participate. Taekwondo is a very personal sport. What you put in, you get out. Older students don’t have to play “catch up” with the younger students. Sometimes, I believe

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that older students receive the most benefits because many have stopped leaping, jump-ing, balancing and stretching long ago.

Joe: What areas of the body can people expect to see/notice the biggest changes?Pro: Taekwondo is a great cardio work-out not only when you are sparring, which involves constant movement, but also be-cause of the isometric and dynamic tension exercises that take place when the student is practicing their form or self-defense re-actions.

Joe: What are the fundamental prin-ciples of Taekwondo?Pro: The fundamentals of Taekwondo are physical and mental. We are trying to make the body, as well as the mind, strong. The tenets we’d like to bring to our training—and eventually our lives—are courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit. When you strengthen your body and mind, your con-fidence grows.

Joe: What can a student expect on the first day? Pro: When a student attends their first Taekwondo class they will begin by strengthening their muscles with calisthen-ics and then working on their flexibility with various stretches. They will also begin to work on blocks, strikes and kicks which will test their coordination. There’s an old joke about walking and chewing gum at the same time and many new students find this to be the case. By training students how to not “bang” their joints, but to pivot correctly, students can protect their bodies and stay healthy while getting more powerful.

Joe: At what point in training/class work do you begin spar-ring?Pro: Sparring comes approximately six months into training. At this point, the student understands the concepts behind self-defense and has the control to understand how to spar an opponent. Sparring is not neces-sarily about “beating someone up,” but learning how to react to an attack unconsciously. Assessing the situation before anything can happen to you is more important than staying in a fight.

Joe vs. ProPro: Master Amitis Pourarian, Owner of THE STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness, 6th Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo

Joe: What do you think the biggest mis-conception is about MMA? Pro: That it’s primarily for fit young men who want to become professional fighters.

Joe: Do you need to be an athletic-type to succeed or reap the benefits of MMA-style/Taekwondo training? Pro: No, it will make you into an athlete.

Joe: What is the typical calorie range that’s burned after a BAM class? Pro: Depending on whether it’s more of a workout class or a learning class, you can burn between 300 to 600 calories.

Joe: What are the different disciplines you cover at THE STUDIO Martial Arts & Fitness? Pro: We cover Taekwondo, jiu jitsu and prac-tical self-defense.

Joe: What are the physical benefits of MMA-style training? What are the mental benefits? Pro: Physical benefits include weight loss, muscle gain, flexibility, agility and an increased stamina, along with self-defense moves. Men-tal aspects include increase in self-confidence, self-defense knowledge, self-control, increased discipline, and heightened goal setting and achieving.

Joe: What areas of the body can people expect to see/notice the biggest changes? Pro: Abdominal area, legs and arms.

Joe: On days that students are not in an MMA class, what other forms of exercise do you recommend they do to better their bodies for MMA-style training? Pro: I recommend my cardio kickboxing class. This is cardio kickboxing that’s unique and custom to my format, which incorporates kicking, punch-ing and cardio in one but without the traditional aspect of martial arts.

Joe: What do you recommend for your students in terms of diet and nutrition? Pro: Clean eating, and eating healthy meals and snacks throughout the day in small portions.

jiu jitsu: ground workBrazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art, combat sport and a self-defense system that focuses on grappling and ground fighting. The art was derived from the Japanese martial art of Kodokan judo (which itself

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is derived from Japanese Jujutsu) in the early 20th century. It teaches that a smaller, weaker person can successfully defend against a big-ger, stronger assailant by using leverage and proper technique. Try holding a person on the ground that’s fighting against you and you’ll quickly break a sweat.

Joe vs. ProPro: Elizandro “Santista” Beda, Owner of Beda Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Acad-emy, 1st Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Joe: What do you think the biggest misconception is about jiu jitsu for whole-body fitness?Pro: That it is a bunch of guys rolling on the ground together. Another misconception is that a person will get a black belt fast. It takes years to get a black belt in jiu jitsu, and since one of the core principals is loyalty, I believe this is why people will train with one coach and stay with that coach.

Joe: Do you need to be an athletic-type to succeed or reap the benefits of jiu jitsu?Pro: No, you don’t need to be athletic but you will be soon! You will be better at jiu jitsu if you have balance, endurance and a good core—all of these you will gain through jiu jitsu.

Joe: What is the typical calorie range that’s burned after a jiu jitsu class?Pro: A person will lose three-plus pounds after one class. Joe: What are the physical benefits of jiu jitsu? What are the mental benefits?Pro: In our experience, students become healthier, have lower blood pressure and lose weight. The mental benefits are more confidence and a submission to the core principals of jiu jitsu: Loyalty, discipline and honor. Most, not all, take these principals from the mat and start to use them in every day life.

Joe: What areas of the body can people expect to see/notice the biggest changes?Pro: Most will lose weight around their mid-section and then start to tone and define the muscles around the belly and arms.

Joe: How can you or do you utilize the fundamentals of jiu jitsu in your daily life?Pro: The fundamental principals of jiu jitsu, when applied to everyday life, will make a person have better core beliefs. When one lives a life filled with loyalty, discipline and honor, one is more grounded. For women, it is a form of self-defense. A woman, a bullied child or a small man who has felt inferior will all have the confidence to defend him/herself.

martial arts kickboxing: it’s the techniqueI walked into a class at Folsom Martial Arts Center much like a red-shirter walks in on college game day. I’d been somewhat prepared with the skills to be utilized but had much less grasp on what it means to put them all together. I soon realized that using the proper

technique for punches, strikes and kicks—all at the same time—really gets you sweating. If you know technique (which is how every class starts) it won’t be long before you’re beating your com-petitor’s (a.k.a. the punching bag) butt…and your own. Not only did I learn Taekwondo and western boxing techniques, I quickly learned the power of the combination of the two. I got a total body workout (sweat was raining down) and I picked up the full benefit of self-defense—it was win-win: Get in shape and arm yourself for any situation, both physical or mental. I must say that this was my favorite class because it went by so fast...and I was drenched in sweat. Check, check in my fitness book!

Joe vs. ProPro: Master Jason Froehlich, Owner of Folsom Martial Arts Center Joe: Do you need to be an athletic-type to succeed or reap the benefits of MMA training?Pro: Absolutely not. It is often misconceived that an individual has to be the protein-guzzling, muscle-bound, testosterone-oozing-out-of-the-ears-type in order to experience the full benefits of martial arts training. Different people start training in martial arts for different reasons; if they can find an instructor or a specific type of martial art that can help them attain their goals, then they will more likely to continue doing martial arts for the long run.

Joe: What is the typical calorie range that’s burned after a class at Folsom Martial Arts Center?Pro: This varies. Boot Camp and kickboxing students can expect to burn anywhere from 700 to 1,000 calories per workout. With that being said, it really depends on the individual and the level of effort that they put into class.

Joe: What discipline do you cover at Folsom Martial Arts Center?Pro: I cover the discipline of martial arts, and by that I mean that I don’t cover certain “styles” or have some specific discipline that I teach. Getting wrapped up in styles or disciplines will only limit you in your training, thinking and use of what you learn for self-protection. There is no certain “discipline” that I cover. I teach my students to use all of their body, mind and spirit. Joe: What are the physical benefits of MMA-style training? What are the mental benefits?Pro: Anyone looking at MMA for fitness will see and feel right away the benefits of a great cardio workout that can help them stay in shape or get into better shape. However, there are many other benefits like improved balance, coordination, reaction time, muscle toning and sculpting that come with the training. The mental benefits include reduced stress, im-proved focus and greater mental toughness. Through training, both your body and mind are fortified. But through the training of your mind and body together, you can expect to get 10 times the benefit. •

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ing to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). According to Mary Margaret Planta, M.D., family practice phy-

sician with Sutter Medical Group in Roseville, shingles is caused by the reactivation of the chicken pox virus called varicella. “When you get chicken pox as a child, your immune system suppresses the virus, but the virus never leaves your body—it lies dormant on a nerve root,” she explains. “For reasons not completely under-stood, the virus can reactivate and express itself as shingles.”


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symptomsTypically the first symp-toms are tingling and burning-like nerve pain, because a nerve is getting inflamed, explains Katha-rina Truelove, M.D., fam-ily physician and medical director with Marshall Medical Center’s Family Medicine Office in El Do-rado Hills. “The provider may not recognize that it’s shingles until the rash appears, because that’s what really makes it dis-tinctive,” she adds.

Dr. Truelove says that the rash or lesions typi-cally appear within a few days in a very distinctive distribution. “It can be different areas in the body, but it’s always on one side of the body, and the le-sions are always pretty close together,” she says. “It can go from your spine all the way around to the front, but, again, they’re always on one side of the body, and they’re going to stick to a relatively nar-row band.”

Normally a shingles episode will last for two to three weeks, Dr. Truelove says. “For most

people they get the pain, and then they get the rash,” she explains. “Then the rash crusts over, like with chicken pox, and that slowly heals up; often the pain is gone before the rash goes away.” Unfortunately, sometimes the pain associated with shingles does not go away and can linger for weeks or even months. “Pain that persists for a long time after the rash disappears is called post-herpetic neuralgia,” Dr. Planta says. “This pain is more intense and more difficult to treat than other pains because it’s caused by damage to the nerves where the shingles appeared.”

Other complications can occur if shingles develops in an eye region, which can cause blindness, Dr. Planta says. Ad-ditionally, if shingles develops in the ear region, nerves to the facial muscles can become inflamed—leading to weakness in the facial muscles—and half the face may appear to droop,

causing Ramsay Hunt syndrome. Further, Dr. Truelove explains that it’s important for those

who develop shingles to realize that they’re contagious to those who have never had chicken pox. “Since it’s caused by the same virus, if someone has shingles and they come into contact with someone who has never had chicken pox, they can give that person chicken pox, but not shingles—you can’t go directly from shingles to shingles,” she explains. And, she says it’s especially important for grandparents who develop shingles to be careful around grandchildren too young to have been vaccinated against chicken pox, and also around pregnant women since chicken pox can affect the unborn child.

treatmentWhen it comes to treating shingles, Dr. Planta says that there are anti-viral medications that are used. “These are most ef-fective when taken at the first signs of an outbreak,” she ad-vises. “They help shorten the course of the outbreak, reduce symptoms and reduce the risk of post-herpetic neuralgia.” Dr. Truelove says that sometimes pain medications as well as steroids are administered in order to reduce swelling and to help reduce the risk of post-herpetic neuralgia.

preventionDr. Planta says that people who have weakened immune systems are more likely to develop shingles. “This weakened immune system may be caused by stress, certain chronic diseases or certain medications,” she explains. “Our immune system also weakens as we age, so people over age 60 are more likely to develop shingles.” For this reason, the CDC currently recommends the shingles vaccine for those aged 60 and older. According to Dr. Truelove, it’s a one-time vaccination that is actually the same vaccine used against chicken pox, just in a higher dose.

If a patient is unsure if they’ve had chicken pox or not, Dr. Truelove says they should see their doctor and have a blood test performed to check for chicken pox antibodies. “If you don’t [have the antibodies], we can vaccinate you against chicken pox,” she says “If you’re over 60, I would recommend getting the shingles vaccine—whether you’ve had chicken pox or not—because it’s going to immunize you against both.”

Dr. Truelove says that not all insurances cover the vaccine; however, many pharmacies now offer it, and patients should call their insurance provider to see if it’s covered. “Sometimes it’s easier to get it covered if you get a prescription from your doctor for it,” she adds.

In addition to the vaccine, Dr. Planta says that the best way to prevent shingles is by maintaining a strong immune system by eating a healthy diet with plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, minimizing the intake of sugar, exercising on a regular basis, maintaining a healthy body weight, getting seven to eight hours of sleep each night and finding effective ways to reduce stress. •P

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When reminiscing about elementary school days, we picture the classroom: wooden desks and chairs, the chalkboard with the let-ters of the alphabet displayed across the top,

and the Food Guide Pyramid hanging on the wall. For years, with its colored stripes and abstract percentages, this pyramid served as a nutritional guide for Americans. The different colors represented the different food groups, and the width of each

color represented the recommended daily allowance of each food group. But making the jump from that garbled chart to “What should I actually eat for lunch?” was confusing for both children and adults alike. So last year, dietitians, along with the government and schools, set out to teach healthy eating an easier way—one plate at a time.

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for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, replaced the old pyramid with a new, simpler visual nutrition tool: MyPlate— based on the actual place setting you use to eat your meals. “The goal of MyPlate is to assist Americans in making healthier food choices for meals by using a place setting to demonstrate a meal which contains five food groups,” says Marie Barone, R.D., C.D.E., with UC Davis Health System. “The graphic explains the food groups, variety and portion control concepts.” While the vi-sual is a reminder to eat healthy at every meal, more complete guidelines on what to consume can be found at cnpp.usda.gov/dietaryguidelines.

“The MyPlate format helps you plan your meal by visualizing how much space each food should occupy on a plate,” says Tracy Toms, M.S., R.D., with Mercy San Juan Medical Center. “This can help you eat a balanced meal. It can also prevent you from eating too much of any food group.” At the Web site choosemyplate.gov you can get additional information on bal-ancing calories to manage weight, foods and food components to re-duce, and foods and nutrients to increase. For example, the weight-management section encourages consumers to eat fewer calories and increase physical activity. As far as what everyone should reduce in their diets, the USDA recommends sodium, saturated fatty acids, trans-fatty acids, cholesterol, solid fats and added sugars. In the “what to increase section,” the site lists fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low- or fat-free milk.

In order to assist families and schools in teaching the younger generation—and those of us who need to shift the way we currently think of meals—choosemyplate.org offers materials for the classroom and visual messages that are easy to un-derstand for any age group. However, dietitians believe that teaching these healthy habits should not be left to the schools. Tamalisa Carlson, M.P.H., R.D., a clinical dietitian and health educator with Marshall Medical Cen-ter, says that basic nutrition should be modeled from a child’s first bite of solid food. “Although we should avoid the urge to label foods as good or bad, we can always emphasize the concept of balance in supporting our overall health,” she says.

Teaching a well-balanced diet is something parents can do with children in a fun way. “Teachable moments may be found when planning and preparing meals, grocery shopping and during meal times,” says Glee Van Loon, R.D., C.D.E., with UC Davis Health System. In fact, parents can strike up a conversa-tion when they see the MyPlate icon on food products at the supermarket.

Barone does advise that MyPlate offers intended guidelines for those ages two and above who want to eat healthy, including those at risk for chronic conditions. However, special diets are not taken into consideration. In addition, Carlson warns that the MyPlate design does not give specific guidelines as to what types of dairy and protein foods to consume. So, if you have the need for a special diet or want more specifics on what to consume, speak with a registered dietitian to learn about your individual nutrition needs.

Ready to prepare your own plate for a meal? Grab one that measures nine inches across. Then draw an imaginary line through the center and divide one of the halves into quarters. One half of the plate is for non-starchy vegetables. As an-other measurement, envision a plate stacked with vegetables about the size of your closed fist. Want sec-onds? No problem on these healthy heroes, such as broccoli, green beans, carrots, mushrooms, tomatoes, cau-liflower, spinach, peppers and salad greens. Now onto the quarters. One fourth of the plate—half of a closed fist—is a bread, starch or grain (think

rice, crackers, cooked grains, cereal, tortillas, bread and starchy vegetables like potatoes or winter squash). An-other fourth—about the size of the palm of your hand—is lean protein. Examples include beef, chicken, tur-key, pork, fish, tofu and eggs. Toms notes that for the MyPlate concept, beans are counted as a starch, not a protein. Next, add in a small piece of fresh fruit, about the size of a tennis ball. You can also substitute half a cup of frozen, cooked or canned fruit, a small handful of dried fruit or half a cup of 100-percent fruit juice. Finally, drink a cup of low- or fat-free milk, or eat six ounces of no-sugar-added yogurt. You can also substitute dairy with another serving of fruit or a small dinner roll. •

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W hen it comes to eating a healthy diet, most of us are familiar with the mantra: Keep food in its natural state. In other words, try to avoid processed foods and seek out “fresh fruit, fresh vegetables, low-fat dairy, lean protein and whole grains,” says Tracy Toms, M.S., R.D., with Mercy San Juan Medical Center. But still, the task of going to the refrigerator or pantry and picking out the right foods for your family can be daunting. So Family Health & Wellness

Magazine spoke with Tamalisa Carlson, M.P.H., R.D., a clinical dietitian and health educator with Marshall Medical Center, to get her top five picks on foods that everyone should start adding into their diets...right now! These foods will do everything from boost your energy levels to help prevent cancer.

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1 | cruciferous vegetablesNothing packs a nutritious punch for fighting cancer like crucifer-ous vegetables. (Think broccoli, kale, collard greens, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts.) “They are loaded with antioxidants to protect the body’s cells from cancer and prevent tumor growth,” Carlson says. In addition, they are loaded with B vitamins, which help with energy metabolism and keep the body functioning optimally. The dark green veggies are also high in beta-carotene for healthy eyes, skin, hair and immune health. Surprisingly, a serving of broccoli has more vitamin C than an orange! With benefits like these, try eating cruciferous vegetables several times a week. How do you prepare them? Carlson recommends lightly steaming the veggies to preserve their flavor and nutrients. Attempting to sneak some into the kids’ dinner? Try steaming and mashing cauliflower to look like mashed potatoes.

2 | beans and legumesThink black, kidney, pinto or any member of the bean family, and dried peas and lentils. “Nature’s superheroes,” as Carlson calls them. Beans and legumes cook up nicely for a tasty Mexican din-ner or work cold in summertime pasta salads. Try them on top of a green salad to make a satisfying meal. Need a snack? Hummus —made from garbanzo beans—makes a great dip for vegetables. “They may appear ordinary, but they are a potent source of lean protein, complex carbo-hydrates and B vitamins, as well as a variety of minerals such as iron, zinc, phosphorous and potassium,” Carl-son says. Rinsing and draining canned beans (to remove excess sodium) is an easy way to prepare them for a quick meal. If you have a bit more time, dried beans and legumes need to be soaked and cooked, but it’s the cheapest way to buy the protein-packed food. “Beans are such a fantastic way to increase protein and fiber without adding fat and choles-terol; I recommend eating them every day. Choose them as a main entrée for a meatless meal at least once a week,” Carlson suggests.

3 | berriesSweet to eat and something to feel good about consuming, dive into summer with fresh and local blueberries, black-berries and strawberries. Berries are well known for their antioxidant power to protect cells from damage and, there-

fore, cancer. “Berries boost the immune system with a healthy dose of vitamin C, which is also important for healing wounds and fighting infections,” Carlson says. In addition, these treats are a good source of fiber. Berries are a great alternative to sugary desserts that your kids are sure to love. They taste great in plain yogurt or blended into a smoothie. Note that berries have a short shelf life, so be prepared to eat them within a few days of purchasing (or stick them in the freezer for later use). Go ahead...indulge: Berries are lower in sugar than other fruits..

4 | orange foodsFrom veggies to fruits, and sweet potatoes to tangerines, orange foods are filled with beta-carotene for healthy eyes, skin, immune function and cancer prevention. Getting the nutrients you need is easy. “Just one carrot a day will meet your body’s requirement for this necessary nutrient,” Carlson says. In addition, carrots and sweet potatoes have a much lower glycemic index, which helps keep blood sugars normalized. Crunchy, raw carrots make a delicious snack, especially dipped in hummus (see number two). Clementines, tangelos and other juicy citrus fruits in the orange family help beat the summer heat and are easy to take to the park or lake. Try to eat one serving of orange-colored vegetables or fruit every day.

5 | whole grainsThe best part about eating whole grains is the variety that keeps the entire fam-ily happy. Try barley, quinoa, rye, oats, millet or wheat. “Whole, intact grains supply the body with the energy it needs to thrive,” Carlson shares. Grains con-tain B vitamins for a healthy metabo-lism and cellular processes. They also supply chromium, for normal sugar and fat metabolism, as well as copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and other important minerals. “While we are most familiar with whole grains in bread products, it can be challenging to get 100-percent whole grains and variety,” Carlson explains. “Try cooking your own whole grain cereals, or add barley to soups or as a side dish. Experiment with bulgur wheat salads for a Greek-inspired dinner.” As a bonus beyond their good taste, whole grains provide complex carbohydrates and fiber—keeping you full and satisfied for longer and less likely to seek sugary snacks. Try to include at least two to three servings of 100-percent whole grains every day. •P

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MAKE THE CUTNot only is it important to know what you should be eating, it’s also important to know what to cut out of your diet. So what should you eliminate now? “Saturated, hydroge-nated fats, since they may lead to many health-related conditions; and sweetened beverages, since they contain empty calo-ries and may promote obesity,” Toms says. Carlson agrees that beverages such as sodas and sugary energy drinks are in the “throw out” category. “No matter what vitamins and herbal infusions are included, these products are loaded with sugar, which gives you a quick spike of energy but often lead to a crash later—wreaking havoc on your blood sugar, mood and energy levels,” she says. “It is much better to nourish your body with the lasting energy provided by the nutritional stars listed here.” In addition, get rid of the processed foods. These may contain limited nutrients and fiber, excess fat and sodium. These foods include products made with white flour. “They are high in sugar plus the added dangers of saturated fats,” Carlson says. So drop the afternoon Danish and reach for Greek yogurt with berries or whole grain crackers with hummus and veggies. Your reward? Lasting energy, a better mood and

a healthier you!


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Eating Light, Done Right by Tania M. Boughton(T Cubed LLC, 2012, $24.99)

2 pounds 93 percent lean ground beef• Cooking spray• 1 ½ cups water• 1 jar pasta sauce (author likes the Healthy Choice • or Ragu Light versions)3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided• 2 1/2 cups low-fat cottage cheese• 3/4 cup grated reduced-fat Parmesan• 3/4 cup egg whites• ½ cup chopped flat leaf parsley• ½ tsp. black pepper• Oven-ready lasagna noodles (author prefers whole wheat for • nutritional value)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cook the lean ground beef in a large saucepan coated with fat-free cooking spray over medium heat until browned. Drain off excess fat and stir to crumble. Add water and pasta sauce and bring to a near boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for about eight minutes. Remove from heat.

Combine 2 cups of the mozzarella, cottage cheese, Parmesan, egg whites, parsley, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix until thoroughly blended.

Spread 1 cup of beef mixture in the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish and arrange three or so noodles on top. Top with 1 ½ cups of beef mixture. Spread half the cheese mixture on top of beef. Continue layer-ing noodles, beef, and cheese, finishing with one more layer of noodles and one more of beef.

Cover and bake at 385 degrees for 45 minutes. Then remove from oven and uncover, add remaining cup of mozzarella and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes or until brown and bubbly.

Allow to cool and set for 15 minutes prior to serving. Serves 6-8.

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Whisk together the egg whites, milk, va-nilla, cinnamon and one packet of Truvia in

a bowl until thoroughly mixed.Preheat a nonstick skillet on

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Spray pan lightly with non-stick spray and place each slice of bread onto pan, flipping once to ensure that both sides are cooked until golden.

Transfer to a plate, add fresh berries, sprinkle with remaining packet of Truvia and enjoy! Serves 2.

JAMAICAN MECRAZY HOT AND SPICY CHICKEN

½ tbsp. olive oil• ½ cup minced • red onion1 tbsp. Truvia•

1 tbsp. finely chopped jalapeño pepper • (leave the seeds in if you want it hot!)3 teaspoons cider vinegar• 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce (author • likes Kikkoman)½ tsp. salt• 3/4 tsp. ground allspice• 3/4 tsp. dried thyme• 3/4 tsp. freshly cracked black pepper• ½ tsp. cayenne• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts • (trimmed)Fat-free cooking spray•

Combine olive oil through cayenne ingredients in a large bowl, add chicken and toss to coat.

Coat a large skillet with non-fat cooking spray and heat on medium high. Add chicken and cook on both sides 4-5 minutes until browned and cooked through.

Serve hot with brown rice or a baked sweet po-tato, as the starchy side dish will cut the heat of the spice on the chicken. Serves 4.

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a bowl until thoroughly mixed.Preheat a nonstick skillet on

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1 jar pasta sauce (author likes the Healthy Choice

3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

remaining packet of Truvia and enjoy! Serves 2.

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I’ve always been one for healthy eating, but in the past few

months I had been forgoing nutrition for convenience all too

often. Recently, I decided to buckle down and kick-start a

healthy eating plan that included lean protein along with

more fruits and vegetables, while replacing starchy white

carbs with their whole-grain alternatives. Although I know

going meat and dairy free doesn’t work for my body 24/7, I

still love exploring and enjoying vegan, vegetarian, raw and

organic cuisine for the wholesome and flavorful benefits they

provide. Thankfully, our area boasts a number of healthy eats

to choose from. Here are eight of my favorites. Bon appétit!

BY DANIELLE ENNS // PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANTE FONTANA

CONSCIOUS8 LOCAL AND HEALTHY EATS

WhOLE FOODS MARKET

COZMIC CAFÉ AND PUB

WHOLE FOODS MARKET1001 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville | 916-781-5300

270 Palladio Parkway, Folsom | 916-984-8500

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Always a favorite among hungry shoppers and those looking for a quick weeknight meal, Whole Foods Market’s prepared foods and hot bar section of-fers a wide selection of entrées, soups, sides and a killer salad bar. There’s a

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good amount of lean protein selections (think organic chicken breasts, grilled Atlantic salmon and fresh roasted tur-key) that can easily be paired with veg-gie sides like beets, steamed bok choy or a salad. The array of vegetarian and vegan-friendly food is equally as impressive. After sampling the sesame tofu behind the counter, I ordered two big pieces—each of which I devoured with their pre-dressed kale salad from

the hot bar. I loaded up as many veg-gies and grains as I could fit into one of their small to-go boxes (Whole Foods Market charges by weight for all hot and salad bar items) and tried a few bites of dishes like roasted cauliflower and quinoa salad. The indoor seating is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the store, and it’s a perfect place to refuel before or after a shop-ping trip.

COZMIC CAFÉ AND PUB594 Main Street, Placerville | 530-642-8481

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This popular organic café has become a favorite for Placerville residents to grab a healthy bite at all hours—morning, afternoon and night. Not only do they have breakfast and lunch options, but those looking for nighttime enter-tainment can grab food down-stairs before heading up to the pub.

You can expect to find dishes like organic breakfast burritos and scrambles, veggie wraps, Asian- and Spanish-style rice bowls, nut-burgers and huge salads, plus fresh juices and smoothies. The food is creative, nourishing and most importantly, organic and fresh. Locals looking for free Wi-Fi can hit up the café, which is built into the side of a historic gold mine. After tasting their righteous rice bowl, I understood what the fuss was about. The steaming bowl of organic brown rice and beans, veggies, melted cheese, salsa, avocado and a drizzle of cilantro-sour cream (I added tur-key for some lean protein) hit the spot after a long day at work. I washed it all down with their sig-nature rainbow juice, a nutritious and tasty blend of carrots, beets, spinach, cucumber, celery and ginger...refreshing!

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The flavors are big and the menu

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PAUL MARTIN’S AMERICAN BISTRO

PAUL MARTIN’S AMERICAN BISTRO

1455 Eureka Road, Suite 100, Roseville | 916-783-3600

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This organic restaurant has be-come a Roseville hotspot in recent years, and for good reason. The chic, dimly lit restaurant offers din-ers with upscale tastes a chance to sample organic, freshly prepared and locally sourced dishes at a rea-sonable price. Their California-cen-tric wine list and wide selection of local craft beers (in addition to their spirited cocktail menu) should not be missed. The menu boasts both gluten-free and “heart-friendly” op-tions, like roasted butternut squash soup, grilled prawn salad and a three-mushroom burger (mushroom

patty, garnished with arugula and fresh pesto aioli). The free-range “brick” chicken (a sizeable portion containing both breast and leg meat), sourced from Pittman Fam-ily Farms near Fresno, was rich, perfectly moist and oh-so-flavorful —a feat only made possible with-out the addition of antibiotics and hormones. I opted for a side salad with vinaigrette instead of mashed potatoes and also sampled their popular chilled quinoa and bulgur salad; both were equally fresh and full of flavor. Had I gone for dinner, I’m sure I would have splurged for dessert—their strawberry shortcake, prepared with locally grown straw-berries, fresh cream and home-made biscuits looked divine. But then again, I’m sure I’ll be back.

ANDY NGUYEN’S VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT

2007 Broadway, Sacramento | 916-736-1157

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Hailed by critics and diners alike as one of the best places for vegetarian dishes in Sacramento, Andy Nguyen’s has been serving up meatless Asian-fusion dishes since 1984. The Buddhist-inspired restau-rant offers both lunch and dinner menus featuring wraps, soups, spring rolls and salads, plus signature items from the “fire grill.” Vegetable-based dishes boast fla-vors like sesame, ginger, lemongrass and coconut, among others. They also serve a wide selection of soy-based meats—everything from grilled soy beef (their Vietnamese bistro burger is killer) to baby-back sugarcane soy ribs. I sam-pled a few of their veggie spring rolls, along with the bodhisattva wraps, which feature grilled, faux-chicken strips, mint, cilantro and rice noodles in a lettuce wrap. Each crispy, flavorful bite was highlighted by the satisfying texture of the grilled “chicken.”

BAAGAN910 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Suite 160, Roseville

916-771-2117 | baagan.com

The ideal alternative to a quick fast-food meal or calorie-laden lunch, Roseville’s newest organic hotspot, Baagan, offers café-goers a new take on lunch. With soups, veggie sandwiches, wraps and paninis that each offer Indian-inspired flavors, plus traditional Western options like loaded salads, it’s the perfect mid-day spot for a healthy bite. Baagan also whips up delicious and unconventional vegan smoothies; creamy and sweet, they’re a perfect treat for those looking to indulge in something more nutritious than a drive-thru milkshake. I sampled their veggie wrap, which came packed in a raw nori sheet and was filled with veggies and an absolutely divine cheesy chipotle spread, made fresh at the restau-rant. Each bite was delectable. Luckily I saved room for their gluten-free vegan donut hole. Make sure to grab a bag of their signature cheesy kale chips on the way out—you’ll regret it if you don’t.

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SUNFLOWER DRIVE IN

MYLAPORE1760 Prairie City Road, Folsom | 916-985-3500

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Whether you’re in the mood for healthy—or want to indulge—in vegetar-ian and vegan ethnic food, this casual Indian eatery is the perfect spot for a quick lunch or dinner. According to my friendly waitress, Mylapore sets itself apart from other Indian destinations by grilling and sautéing dishes that are usually fried. In addition to their b r o a d m e n u , popular items are displayed with pictures above the register (per-fect for indecisive palates). After some debate, my stomach chose for me and settled on the weekday “thali” meal—a special that comes with your choice of Indian flatbread along with small sample sizes of different sides like potato and chickpea curries, vegetables and a few different soups/stews. Afterward, I sipped a hot cup of masala chai while enjoying the breeze in their quaint outdoor seating area.

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SUNFLOWER DRIVE IN10344 Fair Oaks Boulevard, Fair Oaks | 916-967-4331

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Providing Fair Oaks with all-natural veg-etarian and vegan fare since 1978, this landmark drive-in-style restaurant boasts a quaint walk-up counter and a large out-door seating area. Although parking is limited, the delicious veggie cuisine is more than worth any wait. On my last visit, I sam-pled the nutburger (hearty nutmeat patty served on a whole-wheat bun with veggie fixings) and nutty taco (seasoned nutmeat cooked with onions and bell peppers; served with lettuce, tomatoes, hot sauce and avocado). With other items like veggie burritos and sandwiches, it’s the perfect place to get your food fast and diner fix, all while sticking to your diet. French fries and soda are not sold here; instead, sides include garden and fruit salads, rice and bean cups and vegan potato salad. Sip a fresh fruit smoothie or mixed green veggie juice under the shady umbrellas outside, or indulge in a dairy-free carob milkshake or non-fat frozen yogurt shake. The emphasis on whole, natural foods served in a com-forting fashion is inspiring, and just proves that healthy does not have to be boring.•

The extensive menu may be entirely meatfree, but it’s

bursting with different dishes and flavors that would intrigue

even the most devoted of carnivores.

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2776 E. Bidwell Street, Suite 500, Folsom | 916-983-1400 | freshii.com

This eco-friendly and healthy take on a typical “fast food” restaurant offers organic lunch and dinner options that will appeal to even the healthiest (and pickiest) of eaters. With big flavors that come across in everything— from fresh salads and wraps to noodle bowls, burritos and soups (vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are all available)—it can be tough to choose. I settled on the superbiotic vegan salad with tofu and watched as the friendly staff assembled my meal. Soon after, I dug into the crispy greens (romaine/spinach blend) topped with fresh tofu, garbanzo beans, sun-dried tomatoes, cucumbers and corn. Delish!

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prepare before disaster strikesREADY OR NOT


prepare before disaster strikes

BY MARGARET SNIDER


I f we think at all about preparation for a possible disaster, it is as something we will do tomorrow. And tomorrow, as ev-eryone knows, is always a day away.

Statistics from the Federal Emer-gency Management Agency (FEMA),

report that nationwide in 2011, there were 99 major disaster declarations, 29 emer-gency declarations and 114 fire manage-ment assistance declarations. Those are only the major large-scale disasters and emer-gencies. Smaller scale, more local events are much more numerous. “We’re always trying to encourage people to prepare before disaster strikes rather than trying to respond after the disaster hits,” says Trista Cunning-ham, communications director with the Capitol Region Chapter of the American Red Cross.

The American Red Cross is well known for quick and effective assistance under a multitude of conditions all over the world. According to their Web site, the organiza-tion responds to about 70,000 disasters each year. However, response can be de-layed, and a situation may need immediate action. What can we do to take responsi-bility and to safeguard ourselves and our families? The Red Cross breaks it down into three simple steps: get a kit, make a plan and be informed.

GET A KITA three-day emergency supply kit is a prior-ity to help your family survive in an emer-gency. Three days will allow time to reach a place of safety, for help to arrive or for the crisis to pass. A good 72-hour kit will have food and water for each member of the family (rotated periodically for fresh-ness), a radio for up-to-date information, flashlight, batteries, necessary medications, a change of clothes, supplies for children and pets, extra cash and copies of impor-tant documents, such as driver’s licenses and health insurance information. Other possible items to include are basic first-aid supplies, water purifier, personal hygiene items (hand sanitizer, toilet paper, feminine

supplies and soap) and blanket or sleeping bag. It all depends on your family and what you need—just be sure that the kit is easily accessible and portable.

MAKE A PLANJerrold Bushberg, Ph.D., chair of the UC Davis Health System Emergency Prepared-ness Committee and clinical professor of radiology, admits that it is hard for people to prepare in advance. “You’re preparing for something that you’ve never experienced and hope will never happen,” Dr. Bushberg says. “It takes a certain commitment that is often outside of the consciousness of most people in their day-to-day life.”

Finding succinct information lacking, Dr. Bushberg, who was involved with emergency response while in the Navy, took the initiative to start a project that resulted in a booklet titled Are You Prepared?He enlisted the help of the Sacramento County Department of Health and now has the booklet available in seven languages (ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/areyouprepared). The document outlines how to plan and prepare for a number of different types of disaster and emergency situations, from floods, earthquakes and fires, extreme weather, personal or public health emergencies to terrorism and other threats to public safety. By knowing what to expect and how to prepare, we can move quickly into effective action when it’s needed.

Planning suggestions from the Red Cross include having an evacuation route and an arranged meeting place right outside your home, as well as farther away from your neighborhood, in case it is not pos-sible to remain or return home. “It’s not likely that disasters are going to strike when everybody’s at home all together,” Cunning-ham says. “So you want to make sure that if somebody’s at work and somebody’s at school that you have one set place where you’re going to meet to make sure every-body’s okay.”

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everyone will call and check-in with, in the event of a disaster. When local phone lines are tied up, long distance lines may still be open, and Aunt Sue back in Iowa, Cunning-ham says, can field the information and tell family members who is okay and who has not yet been heard from. Not only that, but texting is sometimes available when regular cell phone service is not, because the data plans run on a different system, according to Cunningham. So texting may work when phone lines don’t.

BE INFORMEDMatt Cathey, deputy sheriff with the Of-fice of Emergency Services, El Dorado County, says that most counties have a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). A FEMA-sponsored class first trains volunteers how to prepare for themselves and their families. After be-ing certified, these volunteers may help first responders in disaster situations. “We always talk about the Katrina effect, where most of their citizens were under-prepared on how to help themselves,” Cathey says. “Many immediately looked to the government to provide even the most basic necessities—water, food, shel-ter. CERT will really emphasize how to better prepare yourself and not to rely so heavily on the government to provide for you.”

CERT members sometimes provide assistance to first responders. In George-town, Cathey says, when the fire depart-ment rolls out to a fire, some of the local CERT team members go with them. Firefighters can only stay actively fight-ing the fire for a certain amount of time. “Then they have to come out, and they go to an area called Rehab where they get water and get their air tanks refueled or re-energized with fresh oxygen,” Cathey says. “The CERT teams will assist the fire department in that Rehab station.”

HELP OTHERSBeing prepared with a kit, a plan and good information will allow individu-als and families to help others if disaster strikes. “Families who are prepared feel

calmer during the disaster, but they are also able to recover more quickly,” Cunningham says. “If your family is taken care of, and you have the supplies you need, that frees

you up to go and help your neighbors as well.” Your local church may have plans, too. “We do have a plan in place,” says Jon Fish, president of the Interfaith Council of greater Sacramento. “But it all funnels

through the individual churches and not the Interfaith Council per se—though we teach it and discuss it often.”

FOLLOW REGULAR

PROCEDURESDick Simmons, emergency services program manager with Placer County

Office of Emergency Services, emphasizes that while the county emergency services has a role to play in any di-saster, it is not as a first responder, which would be fire, police and sheriff departments, as well as medical/ambulance re-sources. It’s important to

follow regular procedures. “Call 9-1-1,” he says. “The system is set up; they know how to handle it.” The county’s role is as an overseer, coordinating with the Red Cross regarding the setting up of shelters, or in locating sources for transportation needs that can’t be met locally.

ACT NOWThe time and effort involved for disas-ter planning can seem overwhelming to some people. Cunningham suggests taking the first step now. “Maybe you go online and you download the list,” she says. “Just print it out. And then the next time you’re at the grocery store, you pick up an extra case of water, or a box of energy bars, so that it’s step by step and it doesn’t make you feel so over-whelmed.” When your three-day kit is in place, you may even be ready to go a step further and prepare for two weeks. You can help yourself, your family and your community by starting the process to be prepared. •

SAFELY OUT Recognizing that we all need to be “first responders” during a major disaster, the SAFELY OUT™ Kit provides a unique alert and helper system so that a vulnerable person knows that at least three of his or her neighbors have agreed prior to a di-saster that they will assist them to safety. SAFELY OUT™ Kits also enable neighbors to help vulnerable neighbors get out with the critical information needed to reunite them with family or caregivers, alert oth-ers of their medical needs and more. The SAFELY OUT™ Project thus serves as a vital “force multiplier,” greatly assisting professional emer-gency responders with car-rying out their difficult and often dangerous duties.

The elements of the SAFELY OUT™ Kit include:

Door Hanger• that can be used to signal for assistance using the red “NEED HELP” side, or let others know when the vulnerable are “SAFELY OUT™ using the green side Refrigerator Magnet Booklet• for re-cording the essential contact infor-mation Helper Information Sheets• giving those volunteering to assist a vul-nerable person the information they need to do so effectively Storage Bag• for keeping spare med-icines, medical insurance informa-tion, etc. safe inside the refrigerator, a place which is air tight, water tight, and fire resistant Wallet Information Card• carried by the vulnerable in the event of disaster while away from homeKit How-To Brochure• A permanent marker• and erasable ink pen to complete the Kit contentsAn adhesive strip• to hang the “NEED HELP” sign in a window should the front door not be easily visible from the street

Find out more and get your SAFELY OUT™ Kit at citizenvoice.org/safely_out.

Reprinted with permission of CitizenVoice.


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YOUR PET’S HEALTH


Right now, all things bloodsucking are the rage. Handsome glamor-ous vampires rule in movies, television and books. Film legend Bela Lugosi made audiences in the 1930s swoon when he ex-claimed to his helpless victim, “I want to suck your blood!” But,

you don’t need a sharp-toothed guy in a black cape to drink the fluid in your veins…just step outside and see what insect taps you for a meal. It doesn’t happen that much to us humans; it’s the furry and fluffy members of our family that face the most blood loss from some very real and ugly critters.

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) a parasite is defined as an organism that lives on or in a host and gets its food from or at the expense of its host. These are not only a pain for us and our pets, but their presence can be health and life threatening. “Parasites are a nuisance and can cause such frustration,” says Jennifer Sweet, D.V.M., with Blue Ravine Animal Hospital in Folsom. “You need to control them before they make your animal sick.”

If we really thought about all parasites that can make a home on or in our pets, we probably wouldn’t let them enjoy the outdoors. Just by walking your dog you’re exposing him to a plethora of tiny insects that can cause every-thing from itchy skin to death. Then, if you think too much about it, you start considering that your four-legged friend could possibly be depositing these unwanted and unhealthy bugs in the house. Yikes! If you have a well-used cat door, your sweet purring kitty can also host and bring in many unwanted parasitic visitors. There’s a very true and old saying: “A house is not a home without a pet.” However, sometimes that pet can bring in a pest!

Fleas are the most prevalent of the parasites that attack our animal com-panions. Adult fleas run around on our pets; and while sometimes we can see them, most times we can’t catch them. If prevention and treatment is not adequate they can do some real damage to our pet’s health. If left unchecked, these blood consumers can cause anemia and are responsible for the most common skin problems ailing our pets. Fleas have a very complex lifecycle, and it can be difficult to treat an infestation on your pet or in your home. Curtis Wills, owner of EcoGuard Pest Management in Folsom, explains: “Fleas can multiply very quickly. Fact is, a female flea can lay up to 40 eggs a day, and the eggs take 2-5 days to hatch. And there is no product that kills eggs – you have to treat the larva, pupae and adults. That’s why it is best to stop them before they start feeding on your pet or living in your home.” Dr. Sweet agrees. “Prevention is the key to keeping your pet parasite free,” she says. Many topical and oral medications that will keep fleas at bay are available through your pet’s veterinarian.

Cameron Park pup Rosie

Right now, all things bloodsucking are the rage. Handsome glamor-ous vampires rule in movies, television and books. Film legend Bela Lugosi made audiences in the 1930s swoon when he ex-claimed to his helpless victim, “I want to suck your blood!” But,

you don’t need a sharp-toothed guy in a black cape to drink the fluid in your veins…just step outside and see what insect taps you for a meal. It doesn’t happen that much to us humans; it’s the furry and fluffy members of our family that face the most blood loss from some very real and ugly critters.

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) a parasite is defined as an organism that lives on or in a host and gets its food from or at the expense of its host. These are not only a pain for us and our pets, but their presence can be health and life threatening. “Parasites are a nuisance and can cause such frustration,” says Jennifer Sweet, D.V.M., with Blue Ravine Animal Hospital in Folsom. “You need to control them before they make your animal sick.”

If we really thought about all parasites that can make a home on or in our pets, we probably wouldn’t let them enjoy the outdoors. Just by walking your dog you’re exposing him to a plethora of tiny insects that can cause every-thing from itchy skin to death. Then, if you think too much about it, you start considering that your four-legged friend could possibly be depositing these unwanted and unhealthy bugs in the house. Yikes! If you have a well-used cat door, your sweet purring kitty can also host and bring in many unwanted parasitic visitors. There’s a very true and old saying: “A house is not a home without a pet.” However, sometimes that pet can bring in a pest!

Fleas are the most prevalent of the parasites that attack our animal com-panions. Adult fleas run around on our pets; and while sometimes we can see them, most times we can’t catch them. If prevention and treatment is not adequate they can do some real damage to our pet’s health. If left unchecked, these blood consumers can cause anemia and are responsible for the most common skin problems ailing our pets. Fleas have a very complex lifecycle, and it can be difficult to treat an infestation on your pet or in your home. Curtis Wills, owner of EcoGuard Pest Management in Folsom, explains: “Fleas can multiply very quickly. Fact is, a female flea can lay up to 40 eggs a day, and the eggs take 2-5 days to hatch. And there is no product that kills eggs – you have to treat the larva, pupae and adults. That’s why it is best to stop them before they start feeding on your pet or living in your home.” Dr. Sweet agrees. “Prevention is the key to keeping your pet parasite free,” she says. Many topical and oral medications that will keep fleas at bay are available through your pet’s veterinarian.

Cameron Park pup Rosie

IT’S BUGGY OUT THERE!

Keep Your Pet Pest-Free This SummerBY LEEANN DICKSON

Coming in at a close second on the nui-sance meter are ticks. These eight-legged

bugs attach themselves on the skin of our pets and start dining. Ticks come in a variety of sizes and are sometimes hard to spot...until they become engorged with your pet’s precious blood. Ticks can transmit several life-threatening ailments to you and your pets, in-

cluding Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Unlike fleas

there is no oral medication for tick pre-vention, so it must be administered topically.

Area parasitologists predict that we will see more fleas and ticks this year, due to our inconsistent weather patterns. And Wills agrees. “Most definitely, we are seeing an increase in both fleas and ticks,” he says. It’s best to control the flea and tick population in your home and yard. “For most of us, pets are family,” Wills explains, “and preventive maintenance should be taken to avoid the discomforts that these creatures commonly create.” However, that might be easier said than done. “Raccoons, skunks and squirrels travel through your property,” Wills says. “They carry fleas and ticks, too.” Taking your best bud for a walk on a local trail puts him at risk of picking up a few parasitic hitchhikers. “If you walk your dog off your property, you are going to see pests on your pet,” Wills says.

Your pets can also ingest any one of hundreds of harmful intestinal worms and parasites. These nasty bugs live in your pet’s digestive tract, depriving your pet of essential nutri-ents. By feeding on your pet’s lifeblood, they can

cause health havoc and even death. To determine

if your buddy is suffering, you need to evaluate their behavior, such as listlessness or fatigue and have their stools professionally examined. “It is important not to self-treat your pets,” Dr. Sweet explains. “There are different treatments for different parasites, and they must be cor-rectly identified before a treatment regimen can start.”

The bottom line is there are many local professionals ready and willing to help you keep parasites off and out of your furry friends. Your pets and family will thank you for it. •


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Coming in at a close second on the nui-sance meter are ticks. These eight-legged

bugs attach themselves on the skin of our pets and start dining. Ticks come in a variety of sizes and are sometimes hard to spot...until they become engorged with your pet’s precious blood. Ticks can transmit several life-threatening ailments to you and your pets, in-

cluding Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Unlike fleas

there is no oral medication for tick pre-vention, so it must be administered topically.

Area parasitologists predict that we will see more fleas and ticks this year, due to our inconsistent weather patterns. And Wills agrees. “Most definitely, we are seeing an increase in both fleas and ticks,” he says. It’s best to control the flea and tick population in your home and yard. “For most of us, pets are family,” Wills explains, “and preventive maintenance should be taken to avoid the discomforts that these creatures commonly create.” However, that might be easier said than done. “Raccoons, skunks and squirrels travel through your property,” Wills says. “They carry fleas and ticks, too.” Taking your best bud for a walk on a local trail puts him at risk of picking up a few parasitic hitchhikers. “If you walk your dog off your property, you are going to see pests on your pet,” Wills says.

Your pets can also ingest any one of hundreds of harmful intestinal worms and parasites. These nasty bugs live in your pet’s digestive tract, depriving your pet of essential nutri-ents. By feeding on your pet’s lifeblood, they can

cause health havoc and even death. To determine

if your buddy is suffering, you need to evaluate their behavior, such as listlessness or fatigue and have their stools professionally examined. “It is important not to self-treat your pets,” Dr. Sweet explains. “There are different treatments for different parasites, and they must be cor-rectly identified before a treatment regimen can start.”

The bottom line is there are many local professionals ready and willing to help you keep parasites off and out of your furry friends. Your pets and family will thank you for it. •

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RESOURCESBlue Ravine Animal Hospital916-984-0990blueravineanimalhospital.com

Centers for Disease Control800-232-4636, cdc.gov

EcoGuard Pest Management916-817-BUGS, trustecoguard.com

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I suffer from excessive underarm sweating. I’ve tried every over-the-counter antiperspirant on the market and nothing really helps. I heard that

there’s a new procedure that can really help curb excessive underarm sweating. Can you tell me what it’s about and what the risks are?

Axillary hyperhidrosis, or excessive underarm sweat-ing, affects millions of people around the world (about three percent of the population). It is a medi-

cal condition in which the underarm sweat glands are overactive and produce more sweat than is needed to cool the body. Excessive underarm sweating can be a truly debilitating, daily struggle that interferes with all aspects of a person’s everyday life. Many of the patients we see at our practice are embarrassed and anxious about their underarm sweat. They’re tired of ruining their clothes—

in fact, many of them bring another shirt to change into after their appointments. Most of these patients say they’ve tried everything, from medical deodorant to Botox injections, but these only provide temporary relief. They want a safe and permanent solution.

A recent medical treatment for ax-illary hyperhidrosis is miraDry. It’s a quick procedure that uses the only FDA-cleared, non-invasive technology to provide lasting results. MiraDry uses precisely controlled electromagnetic energy to eliminate underarm sweat glands. Because the sweat glands don’t come back once eliminated, the results are dramatic and lasting. In fact, in a re-cent clinical study, the average sweat re-duction was 82 percent. The outpatient procedure generally lasts about two- to two-and-a-half hours total, and there is minimal to no downtime following the treatment. Patients are usually advised to have two procedures three months apart in order to maximize the results.

As a physician who offers this proce-dure, I’m constantly asked, “Don’t I need my underarm sweat glands?” or, “Will

there be any compensatory sweating in other parts of my body?” The answer to both

questions is no. Our bodies contain more than

four-million sweat glands, and only two percent are lo-

cated in the underarms. Elimi-nating these glands will not affect

the body’s ability to cool itself.—Suzanne Kilmer, M.D.

OUR ADVISORY BOARDThere are so many great health and wellness professionals in our region, and several have graciously agreed to be part of Family Health & Wellness Magazine’s Advisory Board. Look for their contributions to this and future issues along with our Web site. We invite you to get to know our Advisory Board Members:

Christine Cambridge, M.D.Marshall Medical Center Provider marshallmedical.org

Brett Christiansen, M.D.Marshall Medical Center Provider marshallmedical.org

Michael Clifford, N.M.T.Hands on Healerhandsonhealer.net

Timothy E. Phelan, M.D.Creekside OB/GYN of Folsom Medical Corporationcreeksideob.com

Michele Raithel, N.D., C.M.O.Revolutions Natural Medical Solutions, revolutionsdocs.com

Masoud Rashidi, Pharm.D.Innovative Compounding Pharmacy, icpfolsom.com

Celia Remy, M.D.Vitality Medical Laser & Skin Clinicvitalitymedicallaserandskin.com

Wendy Stedeford, MSAOM, L.Ac.Wendy Stedeford Acupuncture & Chinese Medicinewendystedeford.net

Kenneth Sumida, M.D.Nuance Cosmetic Surgery nuancecs.com

Monica Tavallaei, D.M.D.Make A Smile, makeasmile.com

Tracy Toms, M.S., R.D.Mercy San Juan Medical Centermercysanjuan.org

Katharina Truelove, M.D.Marshall Medical Center Provider marshallmedical.org

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Suzanne Kilmer, M.D. is with Laser & Skin Sur-gery Center of Northern California.

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