Meet the Newest Members of our Medical Community We are pleased to welcome Dr. April
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Amit
Speed to the Rockdale Medical Center family. Dr. Speed opened her Conyers office, Just Breast, in February. She provides 100% breast services to women, men and adolescents. Dr. Speed is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, The Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). Dr. Speed serves on several Boards, including the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Greater Atlanta affiliate, and the Georgia Perimeter College. Dr. Speed believes in providing breast care with “Dignity and Detail.”
Deokar to the Rockdale Medical Center family. Dr. Deokar interests are Primary care for children from birth to 21 years, with a special interest in Adolescent Health. Dr. Deokar is a big advocate of Preventative Medicine and Public Health to his patients and their families. Dr. Deokar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi.
Residency and Training Morehouse School of Medicine
Awards ASCO Diversity and Oncology Award Recipient 2009
Residency and Training University of Wisconsin Marshfield Clinic Marshfield, WI
Medical Degree Morehouse School of Medicine
Practice Information Just Breast 1364 Wellbrook circle Conyers, Ga 30012 678.210.2846 Fax 678.210.2839 www.draprilspeed.com
Medical Degree NDMVPS Medical College Nashik, India Master’s In Public Health Northern Illinois University DeKalb, IL
Fellowship MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Professional Memberships American Academy of Pediatrics-Member American Board of PediatricsDiplomat
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Practice Information Childrens Medicine of Rockdale 1765 Parker Rd Ste B210 Conyers Ga 30093 770.761.0672 Fax 770.761.0784 www.rockdalekids.com Monday – Friday 8:30-5:00
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By David Grotto, RD, LDN Features Reporter
Did you know that the antioxidants found in strawberries help protect and repair cells from damage that can speed up the aging process and contribute to cognitive decline? Strawberries are a great example of a super-smart fruit that is super-nutritious, super-delicious and rich in antioxidants. Just think SMART - (Strawberry’s Marvelous Antioxidants Repair Thinking)!
s our population ages, this type of thinking is more important than ever. Most people have experienced occasions where they can’t recall someone’s name at a high school reunion or can’t remember where they placed the car keys. But chronic cognitive challenges, such as senile dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, are on the rise. Dementia affects nearly 3.5 million Americans each year, with nearly 2.5 million of those cases being diagnosed as Alzheimer’s disease. Interestingly enough, many of the same risk factors for heart disease, diabetes and cancer can also increase our risk of developing dementia: obesity, poor blood glucose control, high blood pressure and a high-sodium diet, excess alcohol, saturated and trans fats, and lack of adequate antioxidants. Following a healthy lifestyle that includes
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plenty of physical activity and adequate rest, a low sodium diet consisting of lean proteins, low fat dairy products, moderate alcohol and healthy fats, and plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, may serve our brain just as well as the rest of the body. Strawberries are rich in the antioxidant vitamin C which has been found to modify the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. One cup (about eight) of strawberries contains 160 percent of the daily requirement of vitamin C. Strawberries also contain plant nutrients called flavonoids, which are thought to maintain proper functioning of brain neurons during the aging process since they reduce oxidative stress and inflammation that can damage neurons. They also enhance signaling between brain cells. All of this helps support cognitive function. And the good news is that these brain-friendly plant chemicals slowly increase in concentration in the brain with regular consumption. Adding fresh and frozen California strawberries to your diet is a smart and delicious thing to do. Thanks to California’s ability to grow strawberries year-round, you won’t have to give much thought to when you can find them - you can simply enjoy strawberries at peak freshness, anytime! Enjoy and stay “smart”-healthy today!
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