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what’s the fuss with food allergies A naturopath explains the connection between diet and chronic discomfort
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healing retreats
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“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” • Anatole France
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DOG THERAPY
HEALING RETREATS
WHAT’S THE FUSS WITH FOOD ALLERGIES
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A BEER A D AY
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THE REACTIONS OF DR. MICHAEL WEISS The local allergy and clinical immunologist explains how the field is expanding and changing.
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MY BODY MY LIFE
Confessions of a picky-eating, treadmill-hating, scale-fearing woman.
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MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE
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LETTER
may 2015 MANAGEMENT STAFF
Keeping an Open Mind
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ust a few months ago, I thought I had a handle on how to take a natural approach to my health. I was seeing a naturopath. Ninety-five percent of my diet was comprised of clean, organic foods. I drank teas, took supplements, exercised and shied away from scented detergents, dyes and plastics. I was sure it was everything I needed for a long and healthful life. Obviously, none of those are bad habits and I continue to practice most of them. But in terms of thinking I knew all the secrets to keeping my body and mind healthy, this issue, the Natural Health issue, put me in my place. Over and over again, I was not so gently reminded of the complex nature of the human body, and many things I thought I understood were challenged. For example, Dr. Michael Weiss, a local expert in the field of allergy and clinical immunology, turned the paradigm of clean drinking water on its head. Read on page 38 about how he believes treated drinking water has affected entire generations of children and their immune systems. He also takes a controversial stance on peanut allergies and how they came to be so relevant in modern populations. For other breakthroughs in understanding how to keep your body healthy, read the article on 44 about how one woman used her keen negotiating skills to lose 15 pounds and completely change her perspective on weight loss, cardio training, personal training and nutrition—all subjects she used to dread. She proved you don’t have to be a strict gym-worshipping, sugar-free-food-eating saint to be healthy. It’s much more important to be happy. To round out the issue, be sure to read the feature on healing travel retreats and the piece about the benefits of dog therapy. I hope all of the stories help you keep an open mind when it comes to health and happiness.
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CONTRIBUTORS
A More Natural
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have been active and athletic my whole life, even playing soccer at the collegiate level. But my interest in physical fitness morphed into a passion for all the many components of health and wellness in an attempt to understand my dad’s chronic health problems. When I was growing up, my dad suffered from a variety of medical issues, including heart disease and diabetes. And for many years, he took a number of prescription medications to help with these various health conditions, none of which seemed to actually fix the problems. That’s when we decided to go a different route. Over the last couple of years, my dad and his doctor worked together to create a more natural approach to his health, focusing the majority of his efforts on diet and exercise. For the physical aspect, he was able to set up a small gym at home and started small with 20–30 minutes of exercise a day. He has gradually added more activity as he continues to build his strength. As for his diet, he enlisted the help of a great registered dietician and still meets with him monthly to check in and adjust his diet as needed. Taking this natural approach has helped my dad lose more than 65 pounds and reduce or eliminate most of his medications. I am inspired by the progress my dad has made and how he’s taken control of his health. The Wellness Department at the Bellevue Club has a variety of options to help our members take a similar natural approach to their own health and wellness goals. Dr. Erickson, our on-site naturopath, is available to help with a variety of common, often chronic, health issues. Her areas of focus include, but are not limited to, the following: gastrointestinal disorders, pain management, premenstrual syndrome, anxiety and depression, heart disease, diabetes, and asthma and allergies. We also have two registered dietitians, Wendy Caamano and Laurelee Misseghers, available to help with nutrition-specific questions and meal planning. Lastly, for those who want or need a big change, we offer a comprehensive, customizable six-week weight-loss program called Your Body Your Life. It encompasses nutrition, mental health, strength training and cardio coaching. For more information about this program, see page 44. Please come see me with any questions, and I can help set up a program that works for you.
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M I C HA MIC H AEELL MAT M AT T T II
Michael Matti is Michael a Seattle-based Matti is a commercial and Seattlewedding photogbased rapher. Find him commercial on Instagram @ MichaelMatti or at michaelmatti.com. and wedding photographer.
Find him on Instagram @ MichaelMatti or at michael-
SEE MICHAEL’S WORK IN “DR. WEISS” [PAGE 38].
KATIE VINCENT
Katie Vincent is a Seattle-based freelance writer specializing in outdoor living, wellness, travel and sustainable gardening. SEE KATIE’S WORK IN “DOG THERAPY” [PAGE 30].
HALEY SHAPLEY
When she’s not on the road, Haley Shapley writes about travel, health and more from her home in Seattle. SEE HALEY’S WORK IN “HEALING RETREATS” [PAGE 48].
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Bellevue Jazz Festival, May 27, 2015 The eighth annual festival returns to downtown Bellevue with both national and local acts. For more information, visit bellevuedowntown.com/ events
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Mother-Son Wild West Dance Party
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Short Rib Thursdays in Splash
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Inflatable Obstacle Course
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Summit for a Cause In February, Lisa Carlson summited the tallest mountain in South America (the tallest mountain outside of the Himalayas) for breast cancer research. All proceeds benefited life-saving cures at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Her team raised over $85,000, and she personally raised over $27,000 (much of it was donated by Bellevue Club members). All of the photos were taken at 22,841 feet. 14 | may 2015 reflections
Springtime in the Quad Three loyal BC members enjoyed the cherry blossoms at the University of Washington Quad, March 2015. From left, John Barnett 84, Fred Reebs 88, Dear Lange 90.
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
may 2015
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FUNNIEST MEMORY AT THE CLUB: During a yoga class, while we were all in the last and most restful pose, savasana, the fire drill went off. FAVORITE PART ABOUT MY JOB: Everything! Teaching yoga, group and private training FAVORITE BOOK: The Power of Positive Thinking, The Power of Now FAVORITE FICTIONAL CHARACTER: Galadriel from Lord of the Rings FAVORITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: Sedona, Arizona THREE WORDS TO D ESCRIBE ME: Creative, lighthearted and energetic I JUST CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Sunshine MY HOBBIES: Hiking, biking, kayaking, art and interior design
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BY THE NUMBERS
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Naturopath Numbers According to the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges, only 17 U.S. states plus the District of Columbia regulate and license naturopathic physicians.
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D.I.Y.
may 2015
LEMON LOVE Looking for ways to cut down on the chemicals in your household? Cleaning products tend to be packed with unpronounceable and harsh ingredients. Certain icky situations, especially if you have kids or pets, may warrant chemical warfare, but for your everyday messes, sometimes a little lemon and ingenuity will work just as good, if not better. Here are just a few clever uses:
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1. Cut a lemon in half and use it to clean chrome bathroom fixtures or copper pots and pans. 2. Add a few tablespoons of lemon juice to a small bucket of water. Use a small scrub brush to clean the grout in your bathroom or kitchen. 3. Add a few teaspoons of lemon juice to a cup of water in a microwavable dish. Heat the dish in the microwave for a few minutes, and then let it sit for a few more. Wipe away any food particles. 4. Remove odors from your refrigerator by keeping half a cup of lemon juice in a small bowl or cup. 5. Fill a dishwasher-safe cup with a water-lemon solution. Run the dishwasher with the cup in the lower rack. It will both clean and deodorize your machine.
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BOTTLE TALK
may 2015
A BEER A DAY Wine is often touted for its health-giving properties, but beer is no slacker. When consumed in moderation (typically one glass for women, two for men) it can have some profound benefits for health and happiness. Here’s what the experts have to say: •
According to Men’s Health magazine, “Italian researchers found that moderate beer drinkers had a 42 percent lower risk of heart disease compared to non-drinkers. For maximum protection, keep your consumption to one pint—at around five percent alcohol by volume—a day, the researchers say.”
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“Your doc may have told you that drinking alcohol in moderation is good for your health, but usually wine gets all the cred for the antioxidant benefits. Truth be told, beer and wine contain the same amount of antioxidants,” CNN reports. Additionally, “One to two beers a day is good for your bones. Brew contains silicon, which is in very few foods and is linked to bone strength and health.”
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The Smithsonian reports on the history of beer in the workplace—a great tool for motivation: “For the pyramids, each worker got a daily ration of four to five liters.” … “It was a source of nutrition, refreshment and reward for all the hard work. It was beer for pay. You would have had a rebellion on your hands if they’d run out. The pyramids might not have been built if there hadn’t been enough beer.”
“Drinking beer could actually help reduce your risk of developing kidney stones, according to a recent study in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. According to that study, men and women who reported drinking a moderate amount of beer reduced their risk of developing a stone by 41 percent. By contrast, drinking soda increased their risk by 23 percent,” Huffington Post claims.
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DINING FEATURE
These d ays, it seems gr ains get a bad r ap. Between the glut enfree movement and the persis tence of low-carb, high-protein d iets, people are swearing off grains left and right. T he purpose of this article is not t o d ebate the r elevancy and efficacy of those d iets or trend s. The purpose is t o give the whole gr ain back its glory . It’s time to start thinking outside the whole whea t bread, and try a bowl of the mos t powerful grains you’ve probably never heard of.
BARLEY One of the world’s oldest grains, barley’s claim to fame is its extraordinary fiber content in comparison to other whole grains. Diets high in fiber have been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and obesity. Whole grain barley is also often touted for its high levels of antioxidants.
AMARANTH This grain was first cultivated by the Aztecs in Mexico and has many distinctive properties that set it apart from other whole grains. The first is its high protein content. It’s also the only grain thought to contain vitamin C. High levels of calcium, iron and potassium round out its health benefits.
BUCKWHEAT Despite its name, buckwheat is not a relative of traditional wheat. Extremely high levels of amino acids top the many reasons this grain makes a perfect addition to anyone’s diet. The triangle-shaped grains also boast high levels of important minerals such as iron, copper and zinc.
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WHY THE WHOLE THING MATTERS When eating grains, getting the whole thing matters—a lot. There are three parts t o a grain: the germ, the endo sperm and the br an. Processed, non-whole grains are often made only of the starchy endosperm, lea ving out the fibrous bran and the nutrient-packed germ. T he only way to ensure you’re getting all the goodnes s is to eat the whole thing!
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MILLET This small yellow grain packs a big nutritional punch, especially when it comes to the essential mineral magnesium. Millet, revered in many Asian cultures, is also thought to reduce inflammation and to contain many antioxidants. QUINOA A recent superstar in the culinary scene, the hype surrounding quinoa is not undeserved. It is known as the only plant food that offers complete protein qualities. Additionally, quinoa contains a surprising amount of potassium, iron and vitamin B. TEFF Possibly the smallest grain on our list, teff is about the size of a poppy seed. However, contained in this small package is a large amount of calcium, among other minerals and vitamins. An important note for vegetarians and vegans, teff is one of the best plant-based sources of iron and calcium.
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DOG THERAPY LET YOUR POOCH BE A SUPERHERO P
erhaps your pooch has gotten a little too comfortable living the unemployed life. From the off-leash park to doggie day care and beyond, each day we are ready to slather on the fun and games for our fourlegged friends. And deservedly so, as our canine friends offer us much unconditional love and amusement. But remember the dog-human relationship historically comes from a background of service, and
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maybe you and your furry friend could both reach a deeper level of self-actualization by giving back your talents together through service. Maybe your dog isn’t exactly cut out to be a bomb-sniffing hero. Fortunately, many local organizations exist to help people and their pets—most creatures from cats to llamas—offer the compassionate presence so many of our ailing, lonely, elderly or disabled neighbors ache for.
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Some organizations like Reading with Rover and Project Canine’s Bow Wows and Books program offer training for dogs to become professional listeners for children who struggle with literacy and self-esteem when it comes to reading aloud. A 2010 study at UC Davis showed that the benefits of this simple act are monumental by engaging elementary school–age children in reading, with a 12 percent increase in fluency as well as decreased anxiety, improved confidence and increased motivation to read independently.
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Other groups focus on the simple yet wildly therapeutic presence of pets for healing, easing loneliness, and calming emotions and the fluctuations of the mind. Study after study touts the benefits of what is clinically termed Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) in hospital settings as well as in the daily lives of those working with autism, dementia, Alzheimer’s, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, substance abuse, and most emotional and behavioral disorders. AAT brings extraordinary yet subtle healing power, which often manifests as decreased blood pressure and stress, elevated mood, improved concentration, greater self-esteem and sense of purpose, reduced loneliness, and learning to set and respect healthy boundaries.
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Bellevue-based Pet Partners is nationally renowned for its therapy pet programs. The organization was even intimately involved with the American Kennel Club’s development of an AKC Therapy Dog title and holds online and in-person courses to train owners and their pets to become volunteer therapy teams for a variety of situations, and an enormous network to help connect them with those in need. For those concerned, Pet Partners also provides $2 million primary liability insurance coverage and various discounts through their online store.
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Project Canine in northeast Seattle has a similar program called Connecting Canines that is exclusively local and offers plenty of support for owners—liability insurance and otherwise. They also have a puppy therapy training program for those who wish to share the joyful and undeniably cute assistance only a baby animal can provide. Also based in northeast Seattle, Sirius Healing’s herd of therapy Portuguese water dogs makes the rounds to local college campuses during exam weeks as well as countless other hospitals, retirement homes and other places in need of puppy love. Trainer Laurie Hardman has been training therapy dogs and their owners since the 1990s and certifies with a partner therapy testing organization.
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So get your French bulldog off that couch and off to work! Most dogs are eager to be of service and to feel needed in this world, so maybe we should let them even temporarily share the love. And maybe a little of the slobber too.
Get started:
TRAINING YOUR DOG • Pet Partners, petpartners.org • Project Canine, projectcanine.org • Reading with Rover, readingwithrover.org • Sirius Healing, siriushealing.com REQUESTING A THERAP Y DOG VISIT For reading therapy: • Bow Wows and Books, projectcanine.org/bow-wows-books • Reading with Rover, readingwithrover.org/contact/ For all other therapies: • Connecting Canines, projectcanine.org/connecting-canines • Pet Partners, petpartners.org/facilities_info • Sirius Healing, siriushealing.com/sirius-healing-contact-uspopup.html RAISE A GUIDE DOG PUPP Y • Guide Dogs for the Blind, guidedogs.org • Independence Guide Dogs, igdogs.org/raise-a-pup/ • The Seeing Eye, seeingeye.org/raise/ LEARN MORE ABOUT ANIMAL THERAP Y • The Healing Power of Pets, by Marty Becker • Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy, edited by Aubrey Fine
Trot Therapy Nestled in the w ooded depths of R edmond lies an oasis of hippotherapeutic healing—by which we mean horses, of course! Touted for their therapeutic presence and capacity to help riders develop fine muscle coordination, strengthen bones, and improve balance and reduce stress. Since 1976, the Eastside’s Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center has been offering one of the biggest therapeutic horsemanship programs in the nation and is one of our country’s leading PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) International centers. Children and adults with disabilities can apply f or one of two programs: the independent A daptive Riding or the more readily assisted Hippotherapy—essentially physical and occupational therapy on the back of a horse . Scholarships are available and volunteer opportunities abound. littlebit.org
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A LOCAL PHYSICIAN EXPLAINS HOW UNDERSTANDING ALLERGIES AND THE HIGHLY-COMPLEX IMMUNE SYSTEM AFFECTS EVERYONE.
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MEMBER PROFILE During his residency at the University Wisconsin, Dr. Michael Weiss had the scare of a lifetime. His wife, Dr. Leslie Garrison, suffered a very severe anaphylactic reaction to a snack that unknowingly had nuts in it. “The severity of her reaction got her admitted into the ICU, and she came close to being intubated. Basically they couldn’t oxygenate her,” Weiss says. As he tells the story, he explains how the stages of her anaphylaxis included the common symptoms: intense itching of the hands, feet and throat; an overwhelming sense of impending doom as chemicals are released into the body, signaling that something is wrong; plus throat swelling, difficulty breathing and closing of the bronchial tubes. When his wife experienced all of these things, because he was working at the hospital at the time, Weiss was part of the team to treat her. That night, after she was stable, he spent a long time researching severe nut allergy anaphylaxis in preparation to present her case the next day to other medical professionals. “I found it extremely fascinating,” Weiss says. It was this major experience, coupled with the support of an inspirational teacher, that led to Weiss’s decision to go into the allergy and clinical immunology field. “You can help folks a lot too, and that was really appealing.”
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The field of allergy and clinical immunology includes quite a loaded vocabulary. Here’s a little cheat sheet of phrases you might hear if you visit Dr. Weiss: EOSINOPHILIC ESOPHAGITIS: (e-o-sin-o-FILL-ik uh-sof-uh-JIE-tis), a type of white blood cell (eosinophil) builds up in the lining of the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach (esophagus). This buildup, which is a reaction to foods, allergens or acid reflux, can inflame or injure the esophageal tissue. Damaged esophageal tissue can lead to difficulty swallowing or cause food to get caught when you swallow. Eosinophilic esophagitis is a chronic immune system disease. It has been identified only in the past two decades, but is now considered a major cause of digestive system (gastrointestinal) illness.
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After his residency, Weiss, a native of Long Island, New York, went on to study at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine where he pursued research surrounding severe anaphylactic reactions, including those caused by venom and prescription drugs. After medical school, he and Garrison moved to Seattle to start a family. Garrison, a trained pediatrician with a master’s degree in public health, went to work at Immunex, the booming biotech company. Weiss continued in the allergy and clinical immunology field, becoming the president of Washington State Society of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and eventually the chief of staff at EvergreenHealth Medical Center. Additionally, he spent a few years acting as an allergy advisor to the FDA. Currently, he practices at Northwest Asthma & Allergy and holds an academic position as clinical professor of medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Through his decades of experience, Weiss says the field continues to intrigue him on a daily basis, mostly because it is undergoing a tremendous amount of innovation and growth as the medical industry as a whole understands more about the immune system. “When I was starting in medical school, you spent two days on the immune system. Now it’s an eight-week class.” Weiss cites revolutionary new drugs for severe asthma and chronic hives as some of the exciting treatments coming down the pipeline. Weiss is also thrilled at the amount of research being conducted surrounding food allergies. He says while all the information is still new, progress in understanding peanut allergies, wheat allergies and so on has come a long way.
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Interestingly, it’s also a field, he says, experiencing a bit of a boom, and not necessarily for the better. “If you look at allergies in general in westernized societies, there’s been a fairly recent and huge increase in all allergic problems. There’s more hay fever than 30 years ago, more asthma, more eczema and more food allergies,” he says. “We are also seeing conditions we have never even seen before like a condition called eosinophilic esophagitis, which is a pretty fascinating disease where immune cells inflame the esophagus and cause problems. It is now showing up all the time.”
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CHRONIC URTICARIA: (ur-ti-kair-ee-uh) Urticaria (hives) is a skin reaction that causes red or white itchy welts. The welts vary in size and appear and fade repeatedly as the reaction runs its course. Chronic hives are a condition in which the welts last more than six weeks or recur over months or years. Chronic hives usually aren't life-threatening. But the condition can be very uncomfortable and interfere with sleep and daily activities. Often, the cause of chronic hives is not clear. In some cases, chronic hives are a sign of an underlying health problem, such as thyroid disease or lupus.
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DERMATOGRAPHIA: (der-mat-uh-graf-ee-uh) Dermatographia is a condition also known as skin writing. When people who have dermatographia lightly scratch their skin, the scratches redden into a raised welt similar to hives. These marks usually disappear within 30 minutes.The cause of dermatographia is unknown, but it can be triggered in some people by infections, emotional upset or medications such as penicillin.
As a practitioner, researcher and educator, Weiss spends a lot of time thinking about this trend. He says while he and his peers have a pretty good understanding of what is causing the rise of allergies, it’s not an easy fix. “The leading theory, which is gaining more and more evidence, almost going from theory to proof of concept, is something called the hygiene hypothesis,” he says. “It’s a problem found in countries that have good sewage systems and vaccinations because kids in their first year or two are exposed to less infections, less contaminated water. We’re finding that it actually skews their immune system. This presents itself in a bias toward allergies. We have a lot less infection, but our kids are growing up with more allergies.” This theory, he goes on to explain, is widely accepted across the country, but he says living and working in Seattle and the Eastside presents a unique population that really demonstrates the premise in real life.
“It’s very apparent when you have a population like we have on the Eastside. There’s a group of residents that move from China and India to work at Microsoft, and we see so many of those kids. What happens is the parents or older children are fine, no allergies. But when they have kids here, the kids grow up with food allergies, eczema. We saw the same thing after the Vietnam War, when there was a huge influx of Vietnamese people.” Weiss says the answer isn’t clear-cut because nobody wants to start drinking untreated water. “Our challenge is going to be figuring out how to not increase childhood infections while at the same time not skew the immune system so much,” he says. This is just one of many areas in which the ever-growing field of allergy and clinical immunology is helping the medical field understand the highly complex immune system. Other interesting topics include how the immune system responds to cancer, HIV and severe asthma, and Weiss is thrilled to be a part of it all.
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my BODY • my LIFE
CONFESSIONS OF A PICKY-EATING, TREADMILL-HATING, SCALE-FEARING WOMAN An anonymous testimonial from an actual Your Body Your Life weight-loss participant I am the kind of girl who loves to negotiate. This is especially true when it comes to weight loss. Cursed with high cholesterol and hypothyroidism, I have struggled with weight since my early 20s. I was never the type to follow a strict plan to the perfect body, so for years I bounced around the diet world falling in and out of fitness trends. My workout library grew to consist of five Zumba DVDs, one celebrity diet book, a T25 workout program and yes, even one Michael Jackson dance video. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not dissing Zumba; in fact, I love breaking a sweat to Reggaeton, but none of these methods offered real results. I would get excited about them for a few weeks, lose a couple of pounds, then hit a wall and fall back into old habits. Everything was too extreme, and when I failed to meet one expectation, it was easier for me to just give up. I realized if I wanted to make a lasting change in my life, I couldn’t go for an all or nothing deal. I needed something with flexibility and a little bit of wiggle room (pun intended) for negotiations. That is exactly what I found in the Your Body Your Life program at the Bellevue Club. Below are a few things I learned during the program that helped me make healthy, sustainable changes to my lifestyle.
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1. SUBSTITUTIONS ARE REC OMMENDED
One of the major components of Your Body Your Life is nutrition. This terrified me. Diet books have never worked for me. Who wants to read how Gwyneth Paltrow keeps her figure, anyway? But in all seriousness, I thought my real problem with diets was that I am an extremely picky eater. Even as a kid, I had to have a certain brand of pizza (Pizza Hut only, Dominos did not cut it). I am a no-nuts, no-frills, meat-and-potatoes kind of eater. So the thought of going on a diet that would only allow me to eat tofu and wheatgrass smoothies put a bad taste in my mouth. To my delight, the diet plan dietitian Wendy Caamano created was not only easy to follow but also filled with surprising compromises. She asked about my likes and dislikes and made recommendations and substitutions when I expressed concern. She even turned me on to a few new food items I never would have tried in the past. My mother would laugh if I told her my new favorite treat is bok choy! I will admit the program is strict at first, but as it goes on, it allows for more and more options. It was the perfect transition.
"My workout library grew to consist of five Zumba DVDs, one celebrity diet book, a T25 workout program and yes, even one Michael Jackson dance video."
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"I knew I would be sore the next day, but after a while the soreness felt more like a badge of honor."
MY STATS OVERALL WEIGHT BODY FAT LEAN BODY MASS BODY FAT % WAIST ABDOMEN HIPS THIGH
BEFORE 160.1 lbs 68.8 lbs 91.2 lbs 43% 32 in 38 in 44 in 26 in
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I would like to say the results were miraculous, that I lost 40 pounds in six weeks. But the reality is there was nothing magical about my performance. The program is based in the real world and gave me the ability to negotiate through life’s day-to-day occurrences. During my time in the program, I had a beer (or two) at football games, missed a training session for a weekend away, enjoyed a nice Valentine’s Day dinner and had a piece of chocolate when I craved it. The difference was the program allowed those concessions, and I got right back on track the next day. Your Body Your Life does exactly what it says. It creates a healthy direction for your life, and your body responds to the change. I am grateful for everything I learned during the program and am excited to keep my body and my life headed in the right direction.* ➸ For more information, please contact the Wellness Department at 425.688.3172
Then, of course, there is the physical aspect. I used to think paying a personal trainer was like hiring a drill sergeant to yell at you while you did series of push-ups and sit-ups. It seemed unnecessary, and I believed watching instructors on DVDs would achieve the same results. I was wrong. I can’t express the respect I have for my trainer, Casey Brown. Every day with her brings something new. After six weeks, I can’t remember doing the same workout twice. We have done weight lifting, yoga, Pilates, functional movement, TRX and more. She always keeps me (and my muscle groups) guessing, and it is impossible to get bored. DVDs pale in comparison to having a custom workout. Best of all, my negotiation tactics were also allowed during my workouts. She always pushed my limit and challenged me to go further than I thought possible, but she listened to me when I hit a wall (I am admittedly very high maintenance) and modified exercises to accommodate my needs. I found myself both dreading and looking forward to my sessions with Casey. I knew I would be sore the next day, but after a while the soreness felt more like a badge of honor. Prior to the program, I couldn’t tell you the last time I stepped foot on a treadmill. I could Zumba for hours, but I never understood the purpose of cardio machines, other than as obvious torture devices. My fear when meeting Melanie Baker, my cardio coach, was she was going to put me on the hamster wheel and leave me to suffer for 60 minutes, rolling her eyes when I collapsed after a half-mile jog. Again, to my surprise, the actual experience was quite different. After learning about the goals and uses of heart-rate training, Melanie showed me different workouts ranging from walking, biking, rowing and yes, running when I was ready. In the end, the cardio component of the program is what gave me the biggest boost of confidence. I now feel like I know how to get the most out of my time with the machines.
I’m not going to say it was all easy. There were weeks when the numbers on the scale seemed to mock me. “Don’t worry: muscle weighs more than fat.” I did not want to hear excuses. When the number did not move, it was hard to lift my spirits. However, the truth is the scale is only one part of a much larger picture. Upon entering and exiting the program, I went through the InBody body composition test. The test broke down not only my weight but also my body fat percentage, lean body mass and more. Admittedly, it was not pleasant to review the information upon entering the program, but after six weeks, I was amazed at the results. The test gave me a much more accurate body image, and it highlighted all the work I had put in. Now it was my turn to mock the scale: “You lie, scale!”
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• Lost seven and a half inches • Down 5% body fat • Up 4 pounds of muscle
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After a fun day on the slopes—or just an afternoon walking around the idyllic village of Vail—there’s nothing like a treatment for tired toes. Enter the Amber Ale Foot Soak, designed for men but enjoyed by women just the same. After soaking in Crazy Mountain Brewing Company’s Amber Ale, a hoppy beer without bitterness, your feet will be scrubbed with crushed barley and malt, then rubbed with hop oil. (Don’t worry: you’ll get to drink an ale while your ailing feet are pampered.) There are other Brew and Renew treatments, including a bath and a massage, along with the traditional offerings and amazing service you’d expect from a Four Seasons spa. >> fourseasons.com/vail
SPA EASTMAN EASTMAN, QUÉBEC, CANADA
Set in the quaint Eastern Townships of Québec, about an hour outside of Montréal, Spa Eastman is pure tranquility. The kitchen has quite a reputation for producing healthy cuisine that doesn’t sacrifice taste, using ingredients such as coldpressed oils, whole grains and organic herbs straight from the garden. The spa offers any kind of service you could want, from hydrotherapy to reflexology to stone massages. Feel like you never have enough time? Go on the Anti-Stress Walk and luxuriate in the outdoors—the property is dotted with wildflowers, ponds and birches —while learning strategies to focus on the here and now. >> spa-eastman.com/en
AITUTAKI LAGOON RESORT AND SPA AITUTAKI, COOK ISLANDS
When the Sports Illustrated models were in the Cook Islands to film a video for Air New Zealand, they stayed at the luxurious Aitutaki Lagoon Resort and Spa, a photogenic spot filled with white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and swaying coconut trees. You don’t have to possess cover-girl looks to enjoy this retreat, though—all you need is a desire to get away. The Overwater Bungalows are the best accommodation choice for relaxation: when you want to take a dip, stairs lead straight from your room into the impossibly blue waters. When you’re done, rinse off in your private outdoor shower, then grab a book and rest in a veranda lounger on your deck. At on-site SpaPolynesia, indulge in an aromatherapy massage that combines East and West techniques. >> aitutakilagoonresort.com photography courtesy of the allison inn & spa
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TRAVAASA AUSTIN AUSTIN, TEXAS
This resort in the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve is just outside of Austin but feels many miles farther from the hubbub of city life. Think of it as a summer camp for grown-ups, just with nicer accommodations and much healthier food. Activities include hiking, archery, yoga, farm tours and journaling, along with Texas-inspired options like mechanical bull-riding fitness classes (a great core workout!) and two-step dance lessons. One highlight is the Equine Encounter class, which gives you a powerful opportunity to connect with a horse using nonverbal communication, intention and body language—you’ll be amazed at how much you learn about yourself in the process. >> travaasa.com/austin
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WHAT’S ALL THE FUSS ABOUT FOOD ALLERGIES? Could your foggy brain today be related to the macaroni and cheese you ate last night? Or maybe your chronic asthma is connected to your croissant habit? Bellevue Club’s resident naturopath, Dr. Rachel Erickson, ND, MSOM, LAc, thinks you might be surprised at how the body’s reactions to food can sneakily disturb your well-being. “People’s symptoms decrease when they pay attention to what foods they’re eating,” she says.
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or discomfort. “It’s just valuable,” she says of the test. “It’s a great tool to help guide people through this whole confusing arena.” The exact definition and scope of food allergies, sensitivities and intolerances are points of controversy within the medical community, as the symptoms overlap and can be very tricky to dissect. To make it more digestible, Erickson likes to break the field down into two categories: immune-mediated (IgE and IgG) and nonimmune-mediated responses (intolerances and sensitivities).
IMMUNE-MEDIATED RESPONSES Conventional medicine recognizes the existence of IgE immune-mediated responses, which encompass the more serious food allergies. IgE (immunoglobin-E) antibodies identify even small amounts of a particular food as a harmful substance and immediately trigger an allergic reaction by releasing histamine and other chemicals. IgE provocations usually include tree nuts, shellfish, fish, peanuts, eggs, dairy, soy and wheat. Symptoms can range from less severe—rashes, hives, itching and minor swelling—to life threatening in the case of restricted airways and anaphylaxis. IgE allergies are easily testable with a skin or blood test. According to alternative medicine, another type of immune-mediated response exists thanks to the IgG (immunoglobin-G) antibody. This manifests as a delayed allergic reaction to a food or substance, sometimes even up to 72 hours after exposure. Symptoms can be similar to those of IgE, although IgG has a wider range and may affect almost any bodily system. As such, unlike IgE responses, IgG has a more subtle effect on well-being. “You usually don’t get to adulthood and all of a sudden have a major allergic reaction,” Erickson says. “These are the things that are harder to pinpoint.” Symptoms of IgG reactions may include anything from the more predictable skin challenges like eczema, psoriasis and acne, or gastrointestinal complaints like gas, bloating, indigestion, constipation and diarrhea, to seemingly unrelated problems in the respiratory system like asthma, chronic sinusitis or congestion, joint pain in the articular system, and even nervous system imbalances like foggy thinking, fatigue, insomnia, anxiety and depression. The varied acceptance of IgG reactions in the medical world doesn’t faze Erickson. “From a conventional perspective, they don’t believe in IgG. They only believe in IgE, and a lot of people are wary of [IgG] or of the scientific value of it, but the proof is in the pudding. People feel better if they just stay away from certain foods.”
IGG TEST LOGISTICS Test: Immunoglobin-G antibody response to 96 different foods. Options for Asian, Japanese, Hispanic and vegetarian diets available. Sample: Blood draw or finger prick Cost: $139 Insurance: Not always covered. Check with provider. SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Rachel Erickson, ND, MSOM, LAc 425.688.3172, wellness@bellevueclub.com bellevue club may 2015 | 57
NONIMMUNE-MEDIATED RESPONSES On the other side of the equation are the nonimmune-mediated responses, more commonly referred to as food intolerances and sensitivities, which are almost always delayed responses. Much like with IgG, the symptoms are often delayed and can affect most any system in the body, so it can be difficult to suss out the difference without testing for immune-mediated responses first. In the case of nonimmune responses, an elimination diet is really the only way to test. Food intolerances are the most widely recognizable nonimmune-mediated response, thanks to the press lactose intolerance gets; it affects about 65 percent of humans worldwide (most of East Asian descent) and manifests most often as gastrointestinal distress. Intolerances are usually due to an enzyme deficiency hindering the body’s ability to process a given substance. According to Erickson, the hot topic of gluten allergies being fact or fiction can also boil down to intolerance. While some people do have an inherent IgE response to wheat, some simply lack or lose the enzyme necessary to digest it and due to this, “Celiac disease can also be viewed as an intolerance. It’s not necessarily an immune-mediated response.” Sometimes this enzyme deficiency is genetic, especially in the case of lactose intolerance, but DNA isn’t the only cause. An underlying digestive issue such as parasites, candida or SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), or the aftermath from disease or an intense period of stress may also be to blame for enzyme deficiencies, especially those that arise in adulthood. This can also be the case for IgG reactions. Lastly we have sensitivities, which are a broader category that sometimes can seem to defy logic. As Erickson says, “[They] are even more vague in the sense that people are just sensitive to a particular food. They are not necessarily immune-mediated responses or a deficiency. It’s just that there’s a sensitivity to that particular food.” More often than not, this is related to food additives like aspartame, parabens, food dye, and sulfites in wine or dried fruit. If you’ve ever dealt with a set of chronic, uncomfortable symptoms that your doctor just can’t seem to figure out, consider pursuing an IgG test to expand your options. As Erickson says, “It’s nice to know what’s going on . . . Because the realm of food allergies is so broad, it can be confusing to figure out what’s going on. Many people try the elimination diet, which can be a long, arduous process. Whereas [IgG testing] is quickly valuable. I have found it useful in suggesting treatment of conditions.” And if steering away from wheat keeps that asthma away without medication, it might just be worth it.
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2005 ǀ Ocean Alexander ǀ 58’ ǀ “Noah Genda” Seattle, WA | $849,000
2009 ǀ 68’ Ocean Alexander ǀ “Costa Brava” Seattle, WA ǀ $2,100,000
2002 ǀ 54’ Ocean Alexander ǀ “Marie Lee”
Seattle, WA | $739,000
2015 ǀ 44’ Tiara ǀ Coupe
Seattle, WA | BRAND NEW
2015 ǀ 36’ Tiara ǀ New Model
Seattle, WA | BRAND NEW
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OCEAN ALEXANDER
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PAUL GROESBECK
yacht consultant ǀ 425.829.3551 ǀ paul@oceanalexander.com
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F-STOP
may 2015
The girls were pampered with mini manicures and the fathers enjoyed dancing the night away.
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ONGOING EVENTS bellevue club FITNESS See a Group Personal Training or GPX Schedule (available at the Athletic Services Desk) for a full list of classes.
RECREATION • Youth Camps & Programs ➼ bellevueclub.com/youth • Basketball leagues & lessons • Racquetball & Squash
TASTE • Polaris Half-Price Wine Night Tuesdays
• Karate Club • Private Dance Lessons • Music Lessons AQUATICS • Youth Swimming Programs & lessons ➼ bellevueclub.com/youth
The Bellevue Club merges 200,000 square feet of world-class wellness facilities and innovative restaurants with unique recreational and social opportunities. Here is a small sample of classes and events happening at the club. For full lists of adult classes and events, pick up the latest copy of the Bellevue Club Connector or visit www. bellevueclub.com/fitness/BCconnector.pdf.
• Private Swim Lessons • Masters/Adult Fitness Swimming • Inflatable Obstacle Course
• Wine Flight Night in Polaris Fridays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. • Cosmos Happy Hour M-F, 3:30-6:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.-close Sa, open-close • Splash Short Rib Thursday Thursdays, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.. • Luna Happy Hour M-F, 6-8 p.m. Sa & Su. 4-6 p.m.
• Water Runner TENNIS • Adult & Junior Group Lessons • Mixed Doubles Night • Men’s Night & Ladies Night • Junior Tennis Team & USTA Program
CLASSIFIEDS VACATION RENTALS
SERVICES
CANNON BEACH (ARCH CAPE). Exquisite oceanfront. Elegant and romantic 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, all new interiors with sweeping 180-degree views, stone fireplace, cherry, stainless, ceramic and quartz, with hardwoods, vaulted ceilings, DSL and hot tub. No smoking/pets. Weekly minimum. 503.803.0370 or tunquelen@comcast.net.
DAVE’S PAINTING, INC. 25 years Eastside custom painting. Pressure washing driveways and patios. Free estimates. Owner present at all jobs. 425.747.2543.
KAUAI, POIPU BEACH, KIAHUNA PLANTATION. 1 bedroom deluxe condo. Ocean/ lagoon/garden view. $210/night. 425.643.1805, ext. 14. www.kiahunapoipucondo.com. KIHEI, MAUI. Beach front 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium. Ground level. Steps out to 4 mile sandy beach. Maalaea Surf Resort. 425.463.5437. PARIS. Chic 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in 7th Arrondissement. Walk to Seine and Eiffel Tower. 206.328.0897.
RAINCITY CONCIERGE. Personal Assistant Services for the Eastside and Seattle. Let us help you get organized in 2015. Member of NAPO ( National Association for Professional Organizing ) For a listing of our many services please visit our website, www. RainCityConcierge.com. 206-351-1101 PERSONAL CHEF / A SSISTANT Restaurant quality meals prepared to your dietary needs. Experienced Personal Chef & Assistant, Susan Cook will help busy professionals and seniors. Meals, special diets, shopping, party planning, home office help. RightHandWoman.info, 425-315-2706, righthandwoman@comcast.net
LONG BEACH WA. Historic 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Walk to beach. Weekend or weekly rental. Longbeachcabin@aol.com or (206) 399-2193 INDIAN WELLS BEAUTIFUL HOME with beautiful mountain views in the Indian Wells Country Club, Indian Wells, California. A home to enjoy, a luxurious home designed for gathering with friends and family. A floor plan that flows effortlessly from inside to poolside. 36 holes of golf, and wellness center for working out. 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms $2.3M. Contact: pddier@yahoo.com 70 | may 2015 reflections
To place a classified ad call 688.3162, email reflections@bellevueclub.com or visit www.bcreflections.com *Classifieds deadline is the first of the month prior.
BRAIN TRAINING may 2015
Working out your brain is just as important as working out your biceps, so consider this your monthly dose of cognitive strength training.
ACROSS 1. Hit the slopes 4. “Agreed!” 8. Get ready for a trip 12. Archer’s skill 13. Arm bone 14. Strong team 15. Econ. indicator 16. Canoeing challenge 17. Conga formation 18. More fit 20. “Beau ___” 21. Almost unique 23. Studio stock 25. End of a bridal path 27. Like a bairn 28. Grammy category 31. Binaural 33. ___ Beach, Calif. 35. Okra, essentially 36. Put to the test 38. Drew in mysteries 39. Kind of sprawl 41. Boardwalk treats 42. Greek thinker 45. Goodness 47. Cheerful tune 48. Cognizant of 49. Artificial conception 52. Crowning point 53. Chic or cheeky 54. It’s nothing, really 55. Accessible 56. Arborist’s concern 57. Brewer of golf
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DOWN 1. Bed problem 2. Clan members 3. Made known 4. Face-off 5. Experienced one 6. First name of two U.S. presidents 7. Act like a chicken? 8. Explorers’ destinations 9. Allies opponent 10. Small change
11. On bended ___ 19. Den denizen 20. Collect slowly 21. Blacksmith’s implement 22. Choral voice 24. Grig, when grown 26. Back in? 28. Boxing 29. “___ bitten, twice shy” 30. Picks up the check 32. An eye for the poetic?
34. Canter, for example 37. It’s a bore 39. Complete 40. ___ Dame 42. Blueprint 43. Some parasites 44. Soprano Gluck 46. Classroom drilling 48. Make a choice 50. By way of 51. Wing it?
* For answers, please visit bcreflections.com.
BELLEVUE CLUB
HOTEL BELLEVUE
MAY 2015
what’s the fuss with food allergies A naturopath explains the connection between diet and chronic discomfort
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healing retreats
Plan a trip to relax and refresh
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dog therapy Train your pooch to be a superhero
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