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THE HOW-TO GUIDE FOR HEALTHY LIVING IN KANSAS CITY

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N O V E M B E R / D E C E M B E R 2010 W W W . E N H A N C E 4 L I F E . CO M

Saluting Over 130 Outstanding Doctors at Heartland Surgical Specialty Hospital

Adrian P. Jackson, M.D., Ganesh G. Gupta, M.D., Stanley D. Hoehn, M.D.

Your best choice in multi-specialty care. For the last seven years, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been proudly known as Heartland Spine and Specialty Hospital. Today, our new name reflects the diverse, multi-specialty character of this great hospital. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our remarkable people, including more than 130 physicians and surgeons who practice here, that make Heartland so special. We support the work of doctors in many fields, including spine and orthopedic surgery; neurosurgery; general surgery; weight-loss surgery; plastic surgery; hand surgery; vascular surgery; urologic surgery; ear, nose, and throat surgery; radiology; pain management; gastroenterology; and primary care medicine. The founders, board of directors, and staff of Heartland Surgical Specialty Hospital salute the members of our Heartland medical staff for achieving the highest levels of professional care and patient satisfaction. Call us at 913.754.4778, or go online today, to find a great Heartland doctor for you.

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Wishing You and Your Family the Gifts of Peace, Joy, and Good Health This Holiday Season and Throughout the New Year. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Physicians and Staff of

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Many locations offer extended hours and same-day appointments. To find a Shawnee Mission Primary Care location near you or to make an appointment, visit ShawneeMission.org/PrimaryCare or call the ASK-A-NURSE Resource Center at 913-676-7777. Physicians pictured: (L to R) Brad Yost, MD; Amy Gordon Ames, MD; Chad Winters, DO; Matthew Buss, MD. Health questions? Need a doctor? Call ASK-A-NURSE at 913-676-7777 or visit ShawneeMission.org

GET IT DONE IN YEAR ONE

DENTAL CARE IS CRUCIAL BEGINNING WITH THE FIRST YEAR OF LIFE Proper care for baby teeth is imperative because it: • Fosters good nutrition by allowing proper chewing • Aids in speech development • Encourages proper development of permanent teeth by saving space for them

BENEFITS OF THE YEAR ONE DENTAL VISIT • Beginning a lifelong preventive dental care program helps minimize tooth decay and cavities. • Pediatric dentists can detect early tooth decay, provide parents with proper oral and facial development information, and determine fluoride and other needs. • The year one dental visit actually saves money. A study in the journal Pediatrics showed that kids who had their first dental visit before age one had 40% lower dental costs in their first years than children who did not.

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blessings to you this season I IGNORED THE SALVATION ARMY BELL-RINGER ON MY WAY INTO

The grocery list handed to me by my wife was long and time was short. I have learned over the years to buy exactly what is on the list. If it says “cutie” oranges – those little oranges that have an easy-to-peel skin – it is because they are the only oranges our daughters will eat. When the list says “chives” it doesn’t mean that green onions are an acceptable substitute even though you can buy a pound of green onions for the same price as an ounce of chives. I reach for “Hebrew National” hot dogs because Denise pointed out once that they are healthier. The package says they “answer to a higher calling” so that has to count for something! Efficiently, things were pulled from the shelf, thrown in the cart and checked off the list. My task completed, and with minimal substitutions (I opted to go with the green onions), I headed for the exit. The Salvation Army bells evoked a wave of holiday anxiety in me: so much to do in a short amount of time. As I reached the bell-ringer’s till, I grabbed the few coins from my pocket, embarrassed that it was all that I had. The man looked straight at me with a soft grin and said with measured pause and emphasis, “God bless you – and have a beautiful day.” It was the way he said it, I think; the words matched his heart, and his heart spoke with intention. My anxiety melted away, a smile beamed on my face, and I returned the heartfelt blessing to this stranger.

The reminder was simple: give and receive with a gracious heart and bestow sincere, humble blessing to those you love and those that are in need – the rest will fall into place. In this issue of Enhance you will find tons of helpful information that will help you survive and, of course, enjoy the holiday season. From making a list, helping you with unique gift ideas, to staying healthy this holiday season, you’ll find it all in the following pages. We hope that you give and receive the gift of health in all its many forms: healthy mind, body, spirit and community. Blessings to all of you – and have a beautiful day!

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A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer.

– SENECA, FIRST CENTURY ROMAN PHILOSOPHER

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in this issue health education

healthy eating

IMMUNE-BOOSTING GINGER Recipes that tap into the health effects of this zesty root.

CREATE NEW HOLIDAY TRADITIONS Mix up your regular menu with healthy swaps and local ingredients.

PREVENT PROSTATE CANCER A new program in Westwood, Kan., focuses on those at high risk for the disease. TIPS FOR HEALTHY SKIN Some common sense tips for keeping your skin in good shape.

SPLURGE: FRAN’S SEA SALT CARAMELS These popular treats are a yummy indulgence.

FACE OF A FARMER: BADSEED FARMS These organic farmers bring agriculture to urbanites.

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MAKING A LIST They can get you through the day – and help you find your way.

SPORTS AND FITNESS Help someone find a healthy fitness habit.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Preventative health tests keep giving all year.

LOCAL, LOCAL, LOCAL Support your community at these fun shops.

FOOD AND DRINK Local treats for gifts and outings.

JUST FOR FUN Get to know the lighter side of your hometown.

BEAUTY AND BODY Indulge in some great locally made items.

THE GIFT OF TIME Give a friend a break with maid service or a nanny.

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HOW TO BE A GRACIOUS RECEIVER We all know it’s better to give than receive, but sometimes the best gift is to be a gracious recipient.

healthy community healthy body VOLUNTEERING Places to give your time and energy this holiday season.

LOCAL HEALTH NEWS Upcoming health events and activities.

FITNESS TIPS How to choose the right athletic shoe, plus find out which Wii games are endorsed by the American Heart Association.

EXECUTIVE EDITOR Mark Williams CREATIVE DIRECTOR Dennis Esser MANAGING EDITOR/ ART DIRECTOR Colleen Cooke CONTRIBUTING EDITOR Emily Farris CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Denise Williams, Jennifer Wetzel COVER PHOTO © istockphoto.com / Kyo Shino CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Colleen Cooke, Emily Farris, Kathleen Hale, Gina B. Kellogg, Cecilia Vigliaturo, Dr. John B. Walker ADVERTISING Mark Williams, mwilliams@ enhancepublications.com 913-269-9227 PUBLISHER Mark Williams Enhance Magazine is published by Enhance Publications. Any information contained within this publication should not be considered a substitute for consultation with a licensed physician. Enhance Publications, its affiliates, employees, contributors, writers, designers, and its Editorial Board of Advisors (“Publisher”) accept no responsibility for inaccuracies, errors or omissions with information for the claims made by Advertisers. Publisher expressly assumes no liability for any damages whatsoever that may be suffered by any patient, purchaser or user for any products or services advertised or mentioned editorially herein. You expressly agree that your use of the information in Enhance is at your sole risk. Photographs of any model in Enhance in no way suggest or imply that the subject has undergone any procedure or used the products showcased. Every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the information provided. Enhance Publications assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, changes, or omissions. Photography and material in the publication as well as design may not be copied or reproduced in any form without the written permission of: Enhance Magazine, 7111 W. 151st St., Overland Park, KS 66223. Phone: 913-269-9227, Fax: 913-322-1099 mwilliams@enhancepublications.com All rights reserved. ©2010 Enhance Publications.

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VOLUME 3, ISSUE 1 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2010

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local health events and activities

AQUA ZUMBA Nov. 4-Dec. 16, 6-7 p.m. Tony Aguirre Community Center, KCMO 816-784-1300, www.kcmo.org/parks Cost: $20 for a five-week session; $5 for a walk-in class The fun of exercising to a Latin beat and rhythm in an aquatic setting. For ages 13 and older.

HEARING TECHNOLOGY SEMINAR Tuesday, Nov. 16, 9-10 a.m. Saint Luke’s Northland Hospital – Barry Road Cost: free, but limited space available Register: 816-932-6220 Talk to an ASHA certified Midwest Ear Institute audiologist and find out more about the newest hearing aid options. Topics include how the ear works and the latest technologies to improve your hearing.

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DIABETES PREVENTION

Thursday, Nov. 18, 5-6:30 p.m. Saint Luke’s South Cost: $30 or $40 for two Register: 816-932-6220 Includes overview of diabetes as well as risk factors and practical lifestyle strategies that can prevent or delay

onset of disease. All participants will receive a free One Touch Ultra-Mini blood glucose monitoring system.

KCART AUTISM TRAINING PROGRAM TRAINING Friday, Nov. 19, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. KU Medical Center, 3901 Rainbow Blvd. 913-945-6847 autismtraining@kumc.edu Cost: Free Learn a basic understanding of evidence-based strategies to increase learning and decrease behaviors that interfere with learning to improve the functional skills and social-communicative ability of children with autism.

TURNING POINT: THE CENTER FOR HOPE AND HEALING HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Friday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m. Turning Point, 8900 State Line Rd., Leawood, Kan. This non-profit organization provides mind, body and spirit programs for people with serious and chronic illnesses and their families at no cost.

STEPFAMILY WORKSHOP Saturday, Nov. 20, 8:15 a.m. Youth Auditorium, First Baptist Raytown, 10500 E 350 Highway, Raytown http://stepfamilieskc.eventbrite.com Cost: $49 per couple Learn steps for success in dealing with stepparent/stepchild relationships at this workshop.

CHEESE APPRECIATION EVENT Saturday, Nov. 20, 3 p.m. Green Dirt Farm, Weston, Mo. Cost: $40 816-522-7416 www.greendirtfarm.com Sample some stinky cheese and dessert wine from local makers. Much like a cheese course in a restaurant, a selection of cheeses will be featured and paired with a carefully curated selection of wines, beers or champagnes.

ART FLEA KC MARKET Saturday, Nov. 20, and Saturday, Dec. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ArtsTech Center, 16th and Holmes, downtown Kansas City, Mo. http://artfleakc.com Local artists present what they create and cool stuff they collect. Everything priced from $1 to $50. Free to enter, plus free parking.

TELLABRATION 2010 AT ERNIE MILLER NATURE CENTER Saturday, Nov. 20, 10:30 a.m. Ernie Miller Nature Center, Olathe, Kan. 913-764-7759 Cost: $3 per person Want to hear a good story? Celebrate the International Day of Storytelling. Hear nature stories with live animals. These stories will combine themes of environmental awareness and ancient myths.

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WORLD FOLK DANCE Saturdays, 7 p.m. Westport Presbyterian Church, KCMO Cost: $3 Learn folk dances from around the world. Everyone is welcome, and no partners are necessary.

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local health events and activities WEDNESDAY WRAP UP Wednesday, Dec. 1, 5 p.m. Heartland Surgical Speciality Hospital, Leawood, Kan. After a busy day at the office, loosen your tie and join your business colleagues at Overland Park Chamber’s Wednesday Wrap-up. Casual mingling, food and drinks, brief updates from a Chamber representative, and the opportunity to win fabulous door prizes.

ZONA YOGA Saturdays through Nov. 27, noon 7111 NW 86th St., Kansas City, Mo. 816-876-5516 www.zonayoga.com Join in the fun practicing Yoga and raising money for Habitat for Humanity. Ages 12 and above.

WINE UNIVERSITY: THE ODD COUPLE

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Wednesday, Dec. 1, 6-7:30 p.m. Sunlight Day Spa, Overland Park, Kan. Cost: $30 for member; $40 for non-member 913-681-7960 www.offthevinedesign.com Food and wine enthusiast Michael Levine introduces you to strange varietals and blends from around the world in this week’s class. Come early or stay late to tour Sunlight Day Spa and receive 20 percent off spa services booked the night of the class.

A VISIT WITH ST. NICHOLAS Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Shoal Creek Living History Museum 816-792-2655 Cost: $5; ages 5 and under free Experience Christmas of the 19th century. Visit log cabins of 1825 and 1835, a school, church and mercantile, and then meet St. Nicholas, resplendent in green velvet robes. Ride the horsedrawn sleigh and take the walking tour through 17 historic buildings.

GUILT-FREE DESSERTS FOR WEIGHT WATCHERS Saturday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. The Culinary Center of Kansas City, Overland Park, Kan. www.kcculinary.com Cost: $50 Temptation lurks around every corner, especially this time of year. Learn some new dessert recipes that you can say yes to without the guilt. On the menu: The Ultimate Light

New York Style Cheesecake Caramel Apple and Cranberry Tarte Tatin Chocolate Hazelnut Pie and Chai Spiced Shortbread.

WINTER BIRD FEEDING Saturday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. Blue Ridge Branch Library, Kansas City, Mo. Cost: free; registration required Attract snowbirds to your yard and find out which birds stay in Missouri all year. Help our feathered friends make it through the winter.

2010 NCAA DIVISION 1 WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Dec. 16 and 18 Sprint Center, Kansas City, Mo. www.2010kcvolleyball.com Cost: $25-$65 Catch the championship of the best of Division I Women’s Volleyball at the Sprint Center, sponsored by the Kansas City Sports Commission and the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

CHRISTMAS COOKIE AND WINE PAIRING Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 18-19, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Jowler Creek Winery, Platte City, Mo. Cost: free www.jowlercreek.com Pair your favorite Christmas cookies with Jowler Creek’s hand-crafted Missouri wines.

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LAUGHTER YOGA Fridays through Nov. 26, 6 p.m. Plaza Wellspring, 49th and Main in the US Bank building 816-931-6533 Cost: donations accepted All sessions taught by a Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. Laughter strengthens the immune system and is like internal jogging.

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how to spot the signs of diabetes

WHAT IS TYPE 2 DIABETES? Type 2 diabetes is the most common form. Either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin, which is necessary for the body to be able to use glucose for energy. When you eat food, the body breaks down sugars and starches into glucose, which is the body’s basic fuel. Insulin takes the sugar from the blood into the cells. When glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into cells, it can lead to diabetes complications.

NOVEMBER IS DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH Persistent, unquenchable thirst is a symptom of diabetes.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES ! FREQUENT TRIPS TO THE BATHROOM:

Urination becomes more frequent when there is too much glucose in the blood. UNQUENCHABLE THIRST: If your body is pulling extra water out of your blood and you’re urinating more, you will become dehydrated. WEAKNESS AND FATIGUE: When the blood lacks insulin to create energy, the cells become energy starved and you feel tired and run down. LOSING WEIGHT WITHOUT TRYING: This is more noticeable with Type 1. The body breaks down muscle and fat for energy when cells don’t get the glucose they need. Type 2 happens gradually with increasing insulin resistance, so weight loss is not as noticeable.

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HANDS, LEGS OR FEET: Neuropathy occurs gradually over time as consistently high glucose in the blood damages the nervous system, particularly in the extremities. OTHER SIGNS: Blurred vision, dry/itchy skin, frequent infections or cuts and bruises that take a long time to heal.

If you notice any of the above signs, schedule an appointment with your doctor.

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If there’s one disease that doctors want to warn you about and to keep you away from – it’s diabetes, particularly type 2 diabetes. The thing is, type 2 diabetes is very preventable, and very manageable, too. To keep diabetes at bay, act like a diabetic. Stay away from processed starches and sugars (white bread, sodas, sweets) and add more whole foods (fruits and vegetables) and exercise to your life. Sounds simple, right? But obviously, it’s not easy to do. Just look at the numbers: 23.6 million people in the U.S. – 7.8 percent of the population – has diabetes. Of those, nearly 6 million haven’t been diagnosed.

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NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL HEALTHY SKIN MONTH

common sense for healthy skin With winter’s dry air upon us, now is a great time to look at your skin-care regimen and take steps to keep your skin healthy all year long. !

You don’t need to use soap on all parts of your body to achieve cleanliness. Kick the habit: smoking causes wrinkles and premature aging. Use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 daily that provides protection from both UVA and UVB rays. Don’t forget to apply sunscreen to your hands as well as your face. Eat vitamin and antioxidant rich foods to give your skin a healthy glow.

With hair procedures, remember that less is more to keep luster and beauty. Avoid chemical products that lead to breakage and damage. Dermatologists use a combination of non-invasive procedures to help maintain a natural, youthful look: • laser treatment • light-energy treatments • botulinum toxin injections • fillers • photodynamic therapy

MEN’S SKIN CARE ISSUES Men often face a different set of skin care concerns, from head to toe. Here are some things to keep in mind:

HAIR LOSS !

SHAVING !

According to a recent poll conducted, 78 percent of men who shave have experienced irritation. Razor bumps and ingrown hairs form when facial hair is cut too short and it curls back into the skin. To properly shave: Wet the beard. Shave in the direction the hairs lie. Avoid repeating strokes. Keep skin relaxed.

EXCESS BODY HAIR !

For large areas of the body like the shoulders and back, laser hair removal might be the best option. People who have light skin and dark hair are ideal candidates for laser hair removal. New, longer wavelength lasers can successfully be used on people who have darker skin tones.

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Male pattern baldness can be inherited from either side of a family. Usually starts in a man’s 30s but can sometimes begin during the teen years. Topical and oral medications block the formation of testosterone in the hair follicle. Hair transplantation surgery moves hair from donor sites of the head to bald or thinning portions.

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for health benefits, go dark

If you’re thinking about medicating with chocolate, reach for the dark stuff to help lower high blood pressure, according to a report in The Journal of the American Medical Association. But – and there’s always a but when it comes to chocolate – you have to balance the extra calories by eating less of other things. Eating more dark chocolate can help lower blood pressure if you've reached a certain age and have mild high blood pressure. Dark chocolate – but not milk chocolate or dark chocolate eaten with milk – is a potent antioxidant and can gobble up free radicals, which are implicated in heart disease and other ailments. Another but: milk has been shown to interfere with the absorption of those antioxidants, so don’t wash down your dark chocolate treat with the moo juice.

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NorthCare Hospice House opened this summer on the North Kansas City Hospital campus with the distinction as only the second hospice house in the metro area and just the third in Missouri. Last summer, North Kansas City Hospital and NorthCare Hospice created a partnership to renovate an existing wing of the hospital into an inpatient hospice house for hospice patients needing short-term pain and symptom care. “We saw the renovation as a way to provide a much needed service for the community within a relatively short period of time,” says David Carpenter, North Kansas City Hospital president and CEO. The inpatient hospice unit has 16 private rooms, around-the-clock care in a homelike environment, open visiting hours for families and visitors, family kitchen, spiritual center, garden with walking paths, children’s play areas and library. “As families enter our hospice house, we want them to feel surrounded by the support of our caring staff in a beautiful setting,” says Kim Logan, executive director for NorthCare Hospice. Logan anticipates that at least 300 patients will receive care during the first year. She also projects hiring about 41 new employees as NorthCare Hospice House becomes fully operational. For more information, contact Sue Svec, NorthCare Hospice, at 816-691-5249 or ssvec@northcarehospice.org.

care for critically ill newborns OVERLAND PARK REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER EXPANDS ITS NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT To help provide comprehensive care for premature and critically ill newborns, Overland Park Regional Medical Center has expanded its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The expansion makes it the largest NICU in the metropolitan Kansas City area with 71 newborn suites. The Level IIIb Neonatal Intensive Care Unit offers critically ill and premature infants access to advanced technology and clinical treatments, and the care of expert doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, respiratory therapists and perinatal social workers. Last year Overland Park Regional Medical Center Women’s Services department delivered more than 3,200 babies; 20 percent of those infants required specialized and intensive care in the NICU. The HCA Midwest Neonatal

Transport Team, which is based at Overland Park Regional Medical Center, provides transport services to premature or critically ill newborns within the metropolitan area and in the outlying communities throughout Kansas and Missouri. “As the incidence of prematurity continues to rise, Overland Park Regional Medical Center is equipped to respond to the needs of the most critically ill and premature infant,” says Kathleen Weatherstone, MD, Medical Director of Neonatal Intensive Care Services. “Our team of neonatologists using the most advanced life-saving technology and prescribing the most proven clinical treatments optimizes the outcome for each infant we treat.”

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25 years of hearing your best When James A. Wise founded the first office of Associated Audiologists, Inc. 25 years ago, the field of audiology was different than it is today, but his focus was the same. “From the beginning, my goal has been to provide the highest level of quality and service to patients,” Dr. Wise says. “We are committed to individualized care, to building relationships with our patients.”

Today, Dr. Wise is president of Associated Audiologists, Inc.’s staff of 11 university-trained audiologists. The practice has five offices located in Overland Park, Prairie Village, Shawnee Mission, Lenexa and Leavenworth. Each office uses advanced diagnostic and verification equipment and offers products from the world’s most respected hearing aid manufacturers. !! www.hearingyourbest.com

Serving you in five convenient locations: Overland Park Saint Luke’s South Medical Bldg. 913-498-2827 Prairie Village Prairie Village Office Center 913-262-5855 Shawnee Mission Shawnee Mission Medical Bldg. 913-403-0018 Lenexa Shawnee Mission Outpatient Pavilion 913-634-5583 Leavenworth Cushing Medical Plaza 913-682-1870

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Compared to consuming sugar-based energy drinks after a weight training session, milk was found to keep women lean and strong. Over 12 weeks, women who were instructed not to eat or drink anything except water engaged in pushing, pulling, leg and abdominal exercises. One hour after exercising, one group of women drank fat-free white milk, and the other group had a sugar-based energy drink that resembled milk. Researchers were surprised at how much fat was lost by the women who drank milk. They gained barely any weight because what they gained in lean muscle they balanced out with a loss in fat.

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AHA gives thumbs up to Wii games

The American Heart Association wants to step into your living room and encourage you to get active with selected Nintendo Wii games. The endorsement by the AHA of the Wii active-play video games is an attempt to address the fact that nearly 70 percent of Americans do not get enough exercise. Nintendo’s active Wii games, including the Wii Fit™ Plus and Wii Sports Resort™ software, are the items targeted by the AHA. The idea is to make an incremental change. If you’re doing nothing, do something; if you’re doing something, do a little more. In addition to potentially improving cardiovascular health, Wii sports games have been shown to help reduce depression in older adults, and to also help recovering stroke patients.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ATHLETIC SHOE How do you know which athletic shoe is right for you? YOUR FOOT TYPE: For example, if you have a higher arched foot, a higher arched shoe will probably feel more comfortable. YOUR MOBILITY AND FLEXIBILITY LEVELS: Athletic shoes must be

flexible or your foot will fight them as it rolls through each step, leading to shin splints. Bend them and they should bend at the ball of the foot, not in the middle of the arch. Set them down and poke the toe – it should rock because the toe should be slightly off the ground. YOUR ACTIVITIES: A tennis player needs a shoe with enough stability to withstand the demands of the game – sprinting, serving and cutting. You wouldn’t want to play tennis in shoes meant for running.

Cross-trainers are a good bet for a variety of activities, as they offer both stability and comfort.

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Shop for shoes in the afternoon, when your feet are at maximum size (they swell during the day). Wear the socks you normally wear with athletic shoes. Try on both shoes. Feet vary a bit in size from each other, so you should be sure the shoes fit your largest foot comfortably. Check for space at the end of your longest toe. There should be enough to let you move without pinching. Some experts recommend the length of a thumbnail. If you’re a woman and your feet are wide, try men’s shoes. These are usually cut wider. To find a size for starters, start with your own size and subtract two.

DRINK MILK AFTER WEIGHT TRAINING

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work on your dental health CHILDREN ! !

Cavities are the most common chronic disease of childhood. Use mouth guards for children in contact sports. If a child loses a permanent tooth, push the tooth back into the area or place it in milk and go to the dentist. Change your child’s toothbrush three to four times a year and after every illness to avoid bacteria and germs.

ADOLESCENTS !

Erosion of the teeth and gums can become a problem with oral piercings that can be played with in the mouth. Eating disorders can cause tooth enamel erosion, cavities, sensitive teeth, trauma to the roof of the mouth and other symptoms may develop. Avoid soda or drink through a straw to minimize the effects of the phosphoric acid and sugar on teeth.

ADULTS ! !

NEW PROGRAM FOCUSES ON THOSE AT HIGH RISK FOR DISEASE A new program to fight prostate cancer lifestyle modification and dietary recomopened in September at The Richard and mendations, which could give patients Annette Bloch Cancer Care Pavilion. more palatable alternatives to pharmaThe Pavilion is located at ceutical interventions. 2330 Shawnee Mission “Prostate cancer Parkway in Westwood, affects one in six men Prostate Kan. in the United States. cancer affects one The Burns & This disease is the in six men in the McDonnell High second leading cancer United States. It is Risk Prostate Cancer killer of men in the second leading Prevention Program the United States,” is the first of its kind says Dr. Jeffrey cancer killer of men in the region. It will Holzbeierlein, who in the U.S. focus on patients who are directs the program and at high risk of developing also serves as an associate prostate cancer. This includes professor of urologic surgery patients with a history of an elevated at the University of Kansas School of PSA, patients with a family member Medicine. affected by prostate cancer and patients “Obviously, it’s only useful to screen with a history of an abnormal prostate for early detection if one either has exam. The program’s primary goal is to effective treatments for the disease or significantly reduce every patient’s risk of has prevention strategies to decrease a developing prostate cancer. person’s risk for developing the disease,” In addition to using known drug he says. “Fortunately, prostate cancer has therapies, the program will also apply both.”

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making a Try to remember the first list you ever made. Perhaps it was a Christmas list, a vertical representation of toys and games you couldn’t wait to find under the tree. When you got your first job, maybe you made a list of things you wanted to buy for yourself, or for others at Christmastime. Then, somewhere along the way, lists went from being fun and materially rewarding to daunting. Cleaning the bathroom or balancing the checkbook isn’t nearly as fun as listing your most-wanted gadgets in order of importance. But lists can still be rewarding. The feeling of success

THROUGH THE DAY – AND THEY CAN HELP YOU FIND YOUR WAY. BY EMILY FARRIS

when you cross something off of a to-do list – whether it’s finishing a big project, saving enough money for a new computer or reconnecting with an old friend – is hard to beat. For some, lists are merely a way to get through the things that must be done every day. For others they provide a sort of progressive limbo for longterm goals, and can help make life’s little problems seem trivial. Whatever purpose they serve in your life, look back at some of the lists you’ve made over the years. They’re probably a great representation of your state of mind and priorities at any given time. And let them inspire you to make new lists this Christmas. And remember: you’re still allowed to want a puppy.

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6 reasons to keep lists of your own LISTS HELP YOU STAY HEALTHY

Everyone knows that going to the grocery store hungry is a bad idea. But going without a list is dangerous, too. Planning your meals and your grocery shopping is a great way to avoid impulse burgers and donuts.

LISTS HELP YOU SLEEP BETTER AT NIGHT

Keeping a list helps you avoid that 11 p.m. “Oh, no! I forgot to cancel that 8 a.m. appointment!” panic. And if you always remember things right before you go to sleep, keep a notepad and pen on your nightstand so you can jot something down and rest well knowing you’ll remember to do it in the morning.

LISTS ARE GOOD FOR YOUR RELATIONSHIPS

Lisa Lala, who founded The List Wall Project (see p. 27), says that every year she and her husband sit down and write a list of the things that are important to them as individuals and as a couple. “In relationships you often have to compromise time. But when you know something is really important to someone, it changes how you schedule what you do,” she says.

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LISTS CAN MAKE YOUR LONG-TERM GOALS SEEM MORE ATTAINABLE

Sometimes a list full of lofty goals can appear insurmountable. But keeping a list within a list can make almost anything manageable. For example, “fix credit” might seem daunting, but breaking that goal down into a list of action items like “get a copy of credit report” and “pay off the two smallest debts first” aren’t so bad.

LISTS WILL HELP YOU BE MORE SUCCESSFUL

One of the Seven Habits of Highly Effective People is putting “first things first,” writes “Seven Habits” author Stephen R. Covey. And one of the best ways to do that is to make a list, and then prioritize within that list. When Lala asked successful small business owners for their lists for her List Wall, a common response was, “Which one do you want? Quarterly, one-year, five-year, or 10-year?”

LISTS CAN HELP YOU REACH YOUR SHORT-TERM GOALS

Study after study has shown that people who write things down are more likely to get them done. So whether you need to re-grout the bathroom, mail a thank-you card or join a gym so you can lose 10 pounds, a list will serve as a reminder to actually make those things happen.

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the writing on the wall (building a house HOW TO with their own CONTRIBUTE hands was also If you’d like on the list) at to contribLake Lotawana, ute a list Mo. It was then (anonymous or that she says she otherwise) to had an epiphany the List Wall about how much Project, send the list had afyour list to: fected her life. A THE LIST successful paintWALL er by that time, PROJECT Lala also began 11 Z Street to notice that her Lake Lotawapaintings were na, MO 64086 all about lists in some way. It was then, she says, that she became obsessed with lists. Lala decided that for her next Kansas City exhibition, she would collect 1,000 to-do lists. And that’s how the List Wall Project was born. Now a growing, traveling art installation, the List Wall features more than 2,000 lists ranging from

the mundane (grocery lists), to laborintensive (“Renovate the bathroom,”), to personally challenging (“stop biting nails” and “lose 10 pounds”) to absolutely heart-wrenching. “Every now and then you find one that hits you in the heart, like ‘fall back in love with my husband,’” Lala says. Everywhere it goes, the list grows, and as its moderator, Lala cherishes the little insights that others looking at the wall might not see. “It’s so easy to get wrapped up in your own amazing life and what you’re doing, but when you ask other people to give you their own lists, it’s a wonderful look into their worlds.” Especially when someone hands her a list, instead of mailing it in anonymously (both are ways people can contribute to the project). Keep up with the whereabouts of the List Wall Project as it travels around the country at lalastudio.net. The List Wall will eventually return to Kansas City, where Lala hopes to give it a permanent, public home.

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When Lisa Lala sat down with her new husband to make a list of the couple’s long-term goals, she had no idea how much that list would impact the next 15 years of their life. “We only made the list because we knew we were supposed to,” Lala says. Back then, having a house that overlooked the water when the sun set may have been a pipe dream for a young couple. But they put it down on paper, anyway, along with their other goals – like Lala’s desire to be a professional painter. “A few years ago, we were talking pie-in-the-sky dreams with some people at a party and referenced our list, and that someday we wanted to live in a house that overlooks the water when the sun sets. They immediately took us to a lot across the lake, and we climbed up on a hill and almost as if on cue, the sun set. It lit up the whole lake,” she says. Earlier this year, Lala and her husband put the finishing touches on their dream house on that very lot

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WHAT YOU’RE THANKFUL FOR

Write down the things that make you feel good about your life. When you’re having a bad day, looking at this list will be a great way to lift your spirits – especially if it includes things that can be turned into action items, like going for a walk, petting your dog or calling up your best friend just to talk. This could be a great activity to do with friends or family at Thanksgiving, too.

SHORT-TERM GOALS

An ongoing to-do list will help you get the mundane daily tasks out of the way, leaving your mind and calendar free to move onto bigger and better things.

LONG-TERM GOALS

In all of the craziness of daily life, it’s often easy to lose sight of the things that really matter. Keeping a list of what’s most important to you – whether your goal is spending more time with a spouse, visiting a long-lost relative or writing a book – can ensure that those things remain a priority.

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PLACES YOU’D LIKE TO VISIT

If you’re more likely to get something done when you write it down, chances are good you’re more likely to visit a place you add to a list, too. Write down the places you’d like to visit, and below each destination, list the action items it would take to get you there, like saving a certain amount of money each month, ordering travel books and setting up e-mail alerts for flight deals.

GROWN-UP CHRISTMAS LIST

This list might not be full of board games and puppies anymore, but think about what you want to accomplish this holiday season, whether it’s people to buy/make gifts for, roasting the perfect turkey or sending 200 cards.

FINANCIAL GOALS

What do you want out of life when you retire, and how much is it going to cost to make it happen? Figuring those things out now – and keeping a list of what you need to do to make your goals a reality – will ensure that your golden years are indeed golden.

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GRACIOUS RECEIVING WE ALL KNOW IT’S BETTER TO GIVE THAN TO RECEIVE. BUT SOMETIMES THE BEST GIFT YOU CAN GIVE IS TO BE A GRACIOUS RECIPIENT.

Dr. John B. Walker served as a missionary in Japan and Asia for 15 years. More recently, he was senior minister in the First Christian Church in Bonner Springs, Kan., for 23 years. He received his doctorate from Boston University.

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We are into the holiday season when a great deal of emphasis is put on generous giving. But I would like you to consider a corollary – gracious receiving. After all, without a receiver, there could be no giver. Of course, the reverse is true. Without a giver, there could be no receiver. Giving and receiving are bound together like Ben and Jerry, Romeo and Juliet, or the head and tail of a coin. When I was 10, my mother developed cancer. In spite of many painful treatments, her cancer progressed. She died when I was 15, leaving me to help raise my 8-yearold mentally challenged sister. What I received from Mom in witnessing how she displayed deep faith in the face of death has bolstered my own faith throughout my life. After Mom’s death, my sister and I also received three “neighborhood moms” who nurtured us through many difficult times. Actually, although I went on to become a minister, who is by trade a constant giver of care and compassion, my life has been just as much one of receiving. For example,

early in my ministry in our church in Bonner Springs, I was stricken with severe, crippling back pain. After two surgeries and several months of being totally bedridden, I had to go on disability. I went before our church’s leaders and offered my resignation. One woman spoke up and said, “Why John, where would you be if one of us was going through this? You’d be right at our side, and that’s exactly where we will be with you and your family.” That was one of the greatest gifts I have ever received. This sealed a bond between these generous people and me which led to a ministry lasting 23 wonderful years in that church. During my time of intense back pain, a friend took me to therapy. I was in such pain that I couldn’t even sit. He laid me down in the back of his van. When we returned home, I thanked him profusely, and he said, “John, you are one of the most gracious receivers I have ever met.” Perhaps, like me, you have been on the receiving end countless times. What are some life lessons we can learn about receiving?

WE ARE ALL RECEIVERS Almost all spiritual teaching reveals that everything we have in life comes from a source outside ourselves. Perhaps the loneliest person is the one who thinks that he or she is a self-made success in life.

THREE BASIC WAYS OF RECEIVING Graciously and humbly Reluctantly ! With an attitude of entitlement “You owe me and I have it coming to me.” Quoting Shakespeare from The Tempest, “He received comfort like cold porridge.” Which of the above attitudes blesses both the giver and receiver? ! !

GRACIOUS RECEIVING CAN BOOST THE SELF-RESPECT OF A GIVER The other day I joined a 22-year-old friend for lunch. He cheerfully offered to pay. I knew he was working two jobs to pay college tuition. There was a day when I would have insisted on paying. Instead, this time I gratefully received his gift. He beamed with pride at being able to give, even out of the little he had.

GRACIOUS RECEIVING CAN JUMP-START GENEROUS GIVING

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In these hard economic times, I have heard numerous reports of people receiving help from food banks for the first time in their lives. This has brought about a transformation in thinking. It is difficult to receive bread and forget others who are hungry. Paying it forward is a natural part of gracious receiving.

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We should give as we would receive – cheerfully, quickly and without hesitation. There is no grace in a benefit that sticks to the fingers. — SENECA

Filling in the blanks of your holiday gift list can be a daunting task, especially if you’ve been there, done that for the same people for years and years. But before you give up and stuff a wad of cash in an envelope and call it done, consider this holiday season an opportunity to give something that really resonates. Something that has a story. Something that will make an impact on someone’s life. A gift can do more than fulfill an obligation or take up space on a shelf. It can showcase the best of your hometown. It can inspire good habits and even better memories. It can even give back to the community. GIVE GOOD HEALTH It’s the one thing everybody can use more of, and you’d be surprised how many ways you can encourage healthy habits through a gift. From personal training sessions to a full cardioscan to a membership with a CSA, these gifts truly keep giving.

GIVE EXPERIENCES You most certainly have someone on your list who absolutely does not need another knickknack to dust for the rest of their lives. So why not give a memory-to-be? And the best part: you can be part of the experience and tag along on the gift. Visit our world-renowned World War I museum, or take a knitting class together, or give your friend a nanny for a weekend or check out a quirky local restaurant on a girls’ night out. It’s way more fun than a gift card. GIVE LOCAL When you shop at one of Kansas City’s amazing mom-and-pop (or sister-andsister or making-stuff-in-her-kitchen) stores, you not only find one-of-akind gifts, you also give back to your community and help make this a vibrant place to live.

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MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS PLAN

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A medically supervised 12-week weight loss program using a lowcalorie nutrition plan, customized exercise plan, weight loss injections and medications when appropriate. www.exclusivemd.com 913-324-5007

GARMIN EDGE 800 Cost: $449.99 Perfect for the dedicated cyclist on your list, the Olathe-based Garmin’s Edge 800 is a touchscreen GPS bike computer. It provides navigation and performance monitoring, so you can track both your miles and your body on the same device. www.garmin.com

Get into the fitness habit and spend some quality girlfriend time all at once with a yoga class. Here are some local resources:

NORTHLAND YOGA 14 E. Franklin St., Liberty, Mo. Serenity on the Square 816-792-5454

NORTHLAND YOGA COMMUNITY Zona Rosa, Kansas City, Mo. 816-505-0411 www.northlandyoga.com

YOGA PATCH

CAMP WIN FOR GIRLS WIN for KC, Kansas City, Mo. Cost: $200

PILATES CLASS

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Pilates 1901, Kansas City, Kan.

Offering private pilates training, small group pilates mat and reformer classes, and fat loss programs. The staff at Pilates 1901 is trained by internationally recognized Stott Pilates. www.pilates1901.com 913-499-7510

Girls ages 6-12 are introduced to 14 sports and fitness activities, led by instructors from local universities, colleges and high schools. Camp runs June 6-9 and June 20-23. www.winforkc.org, 816-389-4191

71st and Wornall, Kansas City, Mo. Classes for kids, families and adults, plus chair yoga. 816-268-4660 www.yogapatch.com

YOGA FIX STUDIO 2000 Shawnee Mission Pkwy (Reece Nichols Bldg), Mission Woods, Kan. Certified instructors leading Hot Yoga, Vinyassa, Yoga Flow and more. 913-384-3200 www.hotyogakc.com

INSPIRE YOGA 4515 W. 90th St., Prairie Village, Kan. 913-385-9033, inspireyoga.com

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For complex procedures, robotassisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System may be the most effective, least invasive treatment option. Surgeons can operate with greater precision and control, minimizing the pain and risk associated with large incisions. Trust your treatments to the urology specialists.

SKILLED SURGEONS Our highly skilled surgeons provide state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment of urological issues – and each patient is treated as a partner in his or her medical care.

The surgeons at Kansas City Urology Care are experts in diseases of the prostate, kidney stone removal and urinary incontinence. You can trust KCUC for all your urological concerns. Kansas City:

Overland Park:

• Research Medical Center 816-444-5525

• Menorah Medical Center 913-338-5585

• St. Luke’s Plaza 816-531-1234

• St. Luke’s South 816-531-1234

Merriam:

• Shawnee Mission Medical Center 913-831-1003

Lee’s Summit:

• Across from St. Luke’s East 816-524-1007

Lenexa:

• Shawnee Mission Outpatient Pavilion 913-831-1003

North Kansas City: • North Kansas City Hospital 816-842-6717

www.kcurology.com

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ACUPUNCTURE Integrative Medical Specialists, 25055 W. Valley Pkwy, Olathe, Kan.

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personal trainers A couple of sessions with a personal trainer is exactly the kind of thoughtful gift that can help a loved one get healthy. Here are some local resources.

FRONT DOOR FITNESS

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7301 Mission Rd., Prairie Village, Kan. Private workouts, comfortable surroundings, on your timetable and in your home. 913-384-4077 www.frontdoorfitness.com

Overland Park, Kan. In-home training or at the studio. 816-916-7557, kcfitness.com

FITNESS TOGETHER REFLEXOLOGY SESSION

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A Quiet Sole, Country Club Plaza Cost: $75 for a one-hour session

Reflexology taps into the root of your body’s aches through a concentrated foot massage. You’ll be amazed at the difference it can make. A Quiet Sole’s session includes a foot bath and 40-minute hand and foot treatment. www.aquietsole.com 913-220-8990

Lee’s Summit, Leawood, Prairie Village, Shawnee and Lenexa fitnesstogether.com

WOODSIDE HEALTH AND TENNIS CLUB Westwood, Kan. 913-831-0034, clubwoodside.com

ELEMENT FITNESS

TWIN FITNESS

7880 Quivira Rd., Lenexa, Kan. $55 for a personal training session. 913-268-3633 www.elementfitnesskc.com

Overland Park, Kan. One-on-one training, group training for 3-5 people, in-home personal training and other classes. 913-648-TWIN thetwins@twinfitness.com www.twinfitness.com

7880 Quivira Rd., Lenexa, Kan. Gym is open all day, every day. 816-781-0017 www.club.anytimefitness.com/ clubs/liberty

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CARDIOSCAN

CUSTOM EAR PIECES FOR MP3 PLAYER

Cardiovascular Consultants, locations around the KC area Cost: $50

Associated Audiologists Most people find the earbuds that come with their MP3 players are uncomfortable or don’t really stay in their ears. Associated Audiologists can create custom ear pieces that are not only comfortable but also improve sound quality and help protect your hearing.

The best way to prevent heart trouble is to know if you’re at risk for something serious. A cardioscan from Cardiovascular Consultants is a quick exam with no needles, no prep and no pain, and it can let you know if you’re developing calcium plaque in the coronary arteries. www.cc-pc.com 816-913-1883

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BREAST THERMOGRAPHY Midlife Wellness Center, 1201 N.W. Briarcliff Parkway, Kansas City, Mo. Cost: $195 for the initial exam A no-compression, no-radiation way to image the breasts. This digital infrared imaging helps to detect breast cancer at its earliest stages. Contact Dr. Brenda Smith at Midlife Wellness Center to arrange for a gift certificate. www.midlifewellnesscenter.com 816-587-7979 info@midlifewellnesscenter.com

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The Women’s Healthcare Group, Overland Park, Kan. Cost: $150 For the mom-to-be on your list (and maybe the grandma-to-be), set up a cool 3D and 4D ultrasound. After a 30-minute procedure, you’ll go home with a 4D video and lots of still photos. www.whcg.org, 913-541-0990

WELLNESS COACH Dr. Kristin “KK” Koetting, Leawood, Kan. Cost: if applicable If you know somebody who could use some direction, point them to this licensed psychologist and wellness coach. She can help provide the necessary skills to make positive changes. www.wellnessandwellbeing solutions.com 913-674-9355

When it comes to giving a gift that involves a doctor’s appointment, it might be a trickier situation than simply wrapping up a goofy tie. It’s a good idea to send out feelers ahead of time to find out if your husband or friend is at all interested in, for instance, seeing a doctor about his back pain.

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PAIN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES Locations all over the metro area If you have a friend or relative who suffers from chronic pain, introduce them to the experts in pain care. Help them arrange an appointment with Pain Management Associates for a consultation and help point them on the road to a better life. www.kcpain.com, 1-800-200-PAIN

Don’t make the recipient have to dig around to find the information she needs to keep the appointment. Provide a detailed list of names, numbers and facts about your gift. Ask the health care provider to fill in some of the blanks for you.

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read all about it The history buff in your life will become engrossed in learning hidden secrets of his or her hometown with these books by local authors.

MOON MARBLE CO.

6231 Brookside Plaza, Kansas City, Mo.

600 E. Front St., Bonner Springs, Kan.

These handmade wax candles are blended with top quality oils and infused with unique and inventive fragrances. The candles burn clean and last between 15-18 hours each. Two or three will fill your home with fragrance.

This Bonner Springs fixture sells machine-made marbles as well as traditional toys and games. Plus artisan and owner Bruce Breslow frequently demonstrates his marble making. Demonstrations are given on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

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THE BEST LITTLE COFFEE SHOPS IN KANSAS CITY By Sandra Martin Cost: $12.50 Take a fun look inside some of the author’s favorite locally owned coffee spots – their unique character, atmosphere and the people that run them.

HARZFELD’S: A BRIEF HISTORY By Joe and Michelle Boeckholt Cost: $19.99 Learn the story behind Harzfeld’s specialty store, from its first offering of coats, blouses, petticoats and furs to the beloved Petticoat Lane flagship location and regional network of satellite stores.

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PRYDE’S OLD WESTPORT

316 W. 63rd St., Kansas City, Mo.

115 Westport Rd., Kansas City, Mo.

Owned by two sisters, this Brookside store is the perfect place to pick up a gift, or a gift certificate, for a crafty do-gooder. Stuff carries mostly one-of-a-kind, handmade goods that are made locally. Stuff offers classes (like bottle cap jewelry making) too. Plus, they’ll wrap your gifts for free.

If someone you know likes to cook, you need to head to Pryde’s Old Westport. Now. This kitchen and housewares store has been a fixture on Westport Road for more than 41 years and carries everything from kitschy utensils to top-of-the-line cookware.

www.pursuegoodstuff.com 816-361-8222

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ITALIAN GARDENS: A HISTORY OF KANSAS CITY THROUGH ITS FAVORITE RESTAURANT By Carl DiCapo, John David DiCapo and Frank Hyde Cost: $24.95 This is the story of one unique restaurant and the larger story of the ItalianAmerican experience. From the early immigrants to the family traditions and the impact on city life in urban America, the Gardens symbolized the spirit and personalities that define the Italian-American story. Available at thekansascitystore.com

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BROOKSIDE TOY AND SCIENCE 330 W. 63rd St., Kansas City, Mo. Since 1964, generations of kids and their parents have gone to Brookside Toy & Science for classic toys, science kits and games that never grow old. Free gift wrapping available. Plus, check out their online catalog: www.brooksidetoycatalog.com. www.brooksidetoyandscience.com 816-523-4501

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Treat the history buff on your list to one of the jewels in Kansas City’s crown – the nationally acclaimed World War I museum. Afterward, spring for lunch at the Over There Cafe.

If you’re a fan of unique, handmade items, you probably know about Etsy.com. Take that handmade focus one step further and check out some fellow Kansas Citians who sell their wares on the Web. www.kcetsy.blogspot.com

www.theworldwar.org 816-784-1918

HAMMERPRESS 101 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, Mo.

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This Crossroads letterpress shop not only carries a wonderful selection of cards and notebooks, it also features a huge selection of beautiful local concert posters. And if you still need to buy your Christmas cards, this is definitely the place to go.

www.hammerpress.net 816-421-1929 info@hammerpress.net

BRATCHER COOPERAGE 109 S. Water St., Liberty, Mo.

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Bratcher Cooperage is nationally known for handcrafted barrels, buckets, kegs and churns in the traditional style. You can also find great handmade cutting boards, lye soaps and wall art.

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This boutique specializes in anything shabby, chic and unique, with a selection of vintage goods from retro recycled and tattered elegance, to soulful handmades and apothecary.

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GUM DISEASE & PREGNANCY

regnant women who have periodontal disease may be seven times more likely to have a baby that is born too early and too small. For a long time we’ve known that risk factors such as smoking, alcohol use, and drug use contribute to mothers having babies that are born prematurely at a low birth weight. Now evidence is mounting that suggests a new risk factor – periodontal disease.

More research is needed to confirm how periodontal disease may affect pregnancy outcomes. It appears that periodontal disease triggers increased levels of biological fluids that induce labor. Furthermore, data suggests that women whose periodontal condition worsens during pregnancy have an even higher risk of having a premature baby. All infections are cause for concern among pregnant women because they pose a risk to the health of the baby. The American Academy of Periodontology and the periodontists at Periodontal Specialists, PA recommend that women considering pregnancy have a periodontal evaluation. Other Mouth-Body Connections that we will cover in upcoming issues include: • Osteoporosis • Heart Disease & Stroke • Respiratory Diseases

A visit to Periodontal Specialists can improve your overall health – and give you peace of mind. • Dr. Amy L. Gillihan* • Dr. Daniel J. Thomas* • Dr. Melissa A. Combs* • Dr. Jonathan S. Thomas * Diplomates, American Board of Periodontolgoy

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To celebrate its 21st anniversary of local brewing, Boulevard is releasing a special edition pale ale that pays tribute to the first keg of beer John McDonald created. This beer is best enjoyed fresh, so there’s no reason to wait to pop the top. www.boulevard.com 816-474-7095

STRAWBERRY HILL POVITICA Strawberry Hill, 8609 Quivira Rd., Lenexa Cost: $24.95 For some people, the holidays aren’t complete without a slice of this yummy eastern European swirled bread dessert. The company’s name has its roots in a group of immigrants who moved to Kansas City in the late 1800s, and today this signature dessert carries on a long tradition. www.povitica.com 913-631-1002

find a new favorite restaurant Give a friend the experience of a locally owned restaurant – and make sure you tag along!

THE WESTSIDE LOCAL 1663 Summit, Kansas City, Mo., 64108 This hip, casual Westside restaurant offers a variety of seasonal, local foods and is a great for large groups. 816-997-9089, thewestsidelocal.com

JULIAN 6227 Brookside Plaza, KCMO 64113 Check out the refined comfort food made with seasonal, local ingredients. 816-214-8454, www.juliankc.com

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BUBBLE TEA Tea Drops, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Cost: $3.25-$3.50 Introduce a friend or family member to this quirky drink, available at Tea Drops. Those distinctive balls at the bottom of the glass are chewy tapioca treats that are added to either fruit-flavored teas or milk teas. www.teadrops.us 816-531-9600

BEST OF KC GIFT BASKET Mano’s Gourmet Food and Wine gifts, 1316 S. Louis Ave., Kansas City, Mo. Cost: $80 A collection of the finest local treats: American Royal-winning BBQ sauce, Velvet Crème caramel popcorn, white frosted pretzels in tin that features Kansas City’s skyline, dark chocolate Mano’s Bar, Salty Nik Nak Mix, Silva’s chips, Silva’s salsa, Russell Stover’s chocolates, beef rub from Belly Up BBQ. www.manosgifts.org, 816-471-2744

106 W Main St., Smithville, Mo., 64089 Dinner at Justus Drugstore is an event. Savor the locally sourced ingredients and expert cooking techniques. 816-532-2300, drugstorerestaurant.com

HAPPY GILLIS 549 Gillis St., Kansas City, Mo., 64106 This hidden gem in the Columbus Park neighborhood serves up great housemade soups and sandwiches. 816-471-3663, www.happygillis.com

THE FARMHOUSE 300 Delaware St., Kansas City, Mo., 64105 Find a true farm-to-table meal here, where a chalkboard tells you which local farms contributed to your dinner. 816-569-6032, eatatthefarmhouse.com

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local wineries Expand your palate – and help local businesses – by trying out wines from these Kansas City-area wineries:

Have a variety of fruit, veggie or mixed fruit/veggie boxes delivered every week. The contents change based on the freshest arrivals from local organic farms. http://kc.doortodoororganics.com 816-997-9073 kc@doortodoororganics.com

PENZEYS SPICES 7937 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, Kan. Add flavor to your holiday gift giving with a box set from Penzeys Spices in Old Overland Park. The Baking and Grill & Broil mini gift boxes make great stocking stuffers, or go big with a crate like Kitchen of Provence, Pasta and Salad Seasonings or the Indian Curry eight-jar set. www.penzeys.com, 913-341-1775

STONE PILLAR WINERY 11000 S. Woodland Rd., Olathe, Kan. 913-839-2185 www.stonepillarvineyard.com

STONEHAUS FARMS 24607 N.E. Colbern Rd., Lee’s Summit, Mo. 816-554-8800 www.stonehausfarms.com

SOMERSET RIDGE 29725 Somerset Rd., Somerset, Kan. 913-491-0038 www.somersetridge.com

BELVOIR WINERY 1325 Odd Fellows Rd., Liberty, Mo. 816-200-1811 www.belvoirwinery.com

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HIDDEN HILLS CSA

THE CULINARY CENTER OF KANSAS CITY

Hidden Hills Farms, Smithville, Mo.

7920 Santa Fe Dr., Overland Park, Kan.

A full-farm, community-supported agriculture program (CSA), Hidden Hills is unlike typical CSAs. Instead of being seasonal, it is year-round, and each member designs a membership from scratch.

For your foodie friends and family who already have every tool and gadget on Earth, consider a gift certificate to the Culinary Center of Kansas City. Classes range from basic (Fundamentals of Asian Cooking, Cake Decorating) to advanced (Glutenfree Desserts, Artisinal Farmstead Cheese-Making Workshop).

www.hiddenhillsfarms.com 816-365-3305

www.kcculinary.com, 913-341-4455

JOWLER CREEK WINERY 16905 Jowler Creek Rd., Platte City, Mo. 816-858-5528 www.jowlercreek.com

PIRTLE WINERY 502 Spring St., Weston, Mo. 816-640-5728 www.pirtlewinery.com

FENCE STILE VINEYARDS 31010 W. 124th St., Excelsior Springs, Mo. 816-500-6465 www.fencestile.com

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KNITTING CLASS... Urban Arts + Crafts, Briarcliff Village Cost: $10-$50, plus materials

www.urbanartsandcrafts.com 816-234-1004

MEN’S GROOMING CLUB

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CA Men’s Fine Grooming, 11544 Ash St., Leawood, Kan.

Who says the spa experience is just for women? CA Men’s Fine Grooming is a swanky guys’ club that offers everything a man needs for fine grooming, plus some luxuries he wants. All-inclusive memberships are available. 913-631-3707 www.camensfinegrooming.com

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If you’ve ever moved and used a home stager, you know what a difference a trained eye can make when it comes to arranging your space. Instead of waiting until it’s time to move, hire a home stager to rearrange a room – or even a whole house.

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$120 for a two-hour walk-through with Kendra Garwood. 816-878-5760 www.staginginstylekc.com staginginstylekc@yahoo.com

$80 per hour, which includes owner Cynthia Grant rearranging and repurposing items in the home. 913-897-0747 www.roommakeoverskc.com

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$100 for an initial consultation; $125 for a whole house walk-through with A.J. Miller. 816-678-8242 www.readysetgorgeous.com readysetgorgeous@kc.rr.com

$125 for a two-hour walk-through of the whole house, including tips and notes from Jocelyn Bennett. 913-908-6639 www.refreshkc.com info@refreshkc.com

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$120 for a two-hour consultation with Cynthia Black. 816-444-5352 staging@swbell.net www.homestagingbyc.com

$200-$300 for a consultation with a detailed report and photos from Kathy West. 913-488-6471 detailshomestagingsolutions.com

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enhance gift guide ••• just for fun Cloud 9 Living, Olathe, Kan. Cost: from $215 Take in the view from the clouds with an exciting hot air balloon ride over your hometown. Your flight concludes with a champagne toast and a snack. Flight time is 45-60 minutes. Available year-round either at sunset or sunrise. All passengers must be at least 10 years old.

Kansas City’s historic garment district between 6th and 11th streets and Washington and Wyandotte streets features buildings dating back to the 1870s. The area was known for its popular clothing, and through the 1940s, it’s said that one out of every seven women in America purchased a Kansas Citymade garment. Take in a piece of our local history with a guided tour of the area.

913-324-5007 www.cloud9living.com/kansas-city

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MAN CAVE MAKEOVER

TOUR OF THE KANSAS CITY GARMENT DISTRICT 801 Broadway, Kansas City, Mo. Cost: if applicable

www.kcgarmentmuseum.com 816-474-2112

KCUR MEMBERSHIP

Amazing Rearranging Cost: $150 for two hours

KCUR 89.3 FM Cost: $75

If your husband or dad has a space all his own, you can give his man cave a makeover from Amazing Rearranging. It doesn’t have to be a tricked out garage; Melinda Bartling can work wonders with his leftover furniture in the spare room or a beer can collection in the basement.

Make a $75 donation (or more) to KCUR, Kansas City’s NPR station, in someone’s name and do good while also giving that person a great gift. KCUR member card perks include two-for-one specials at many local restaurants, regional hotels and bed & breakfasts, museums, performance venues and more.

www.amazingrearranging.com 913-642-6814 melinda@amazingrearranging.com

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to gift card, or not to gift card? When you’re frantic to find a gift, and your head is empty of ideas, it’s easy to turn to the old standby – a gift card. But while they’re super convenient and insanely popular ($23 billion spent on them last year), they’re not always the best choice. Especially if you’re trying to give a memorable gift.

your gift to mean something, put a little extra effort into it. WHEN IT’S A GOOD IDEA ! FOR TEENAGERS AND YOUNG ADULTS. Oh, Lord, do they like

WHEN IT’S THE WRONG IDEA ! TOO MUNDANE. When you

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! FOR THE OFFICE AND GIFT EXCHANGES. When there’s a specific spending limit or you just have no clue what to get Martha in accounting, a gift card is probably your best bet. ! FOR GIFTS THAT NEED TO BE SHIPPED. With all the restrictions on what’s acceptable to send by mail, it’s safest to send a gift card to your faraway folks.

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hand someone a gift card for everyday necessities (such as a grocery store or gasoline), it’s the equivalent for giving underwear to a kid – sure, they need it, but they’re not going to jump for joy over it. TOO CONVENIENT. In theory, you could do all your holiday gift shopping at the grocery store and call it done. This is a great stress reliever, but it also says something about you to the recipients of the cards. NOTHING TO UNWRAP. For those who like to unwrap presents, gift cards leave a hole under the tree. When you want

getting money for a gift. Shopping is their main social experience, and with the time off from school at the holidays, a gift card is always a welcome gift for most teens. Seek out cards for food, entertainment or clothes, especially. FOR CHARITABLE GIFTS. In this case, practical grocery, discount clothing and drug store gift cards are perfect for those in need.

May 12–15

ACT. SING. DANCE. LIVE.

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Great Cakes Soapworks is owned by Amy Warden of Olathe, Kan., who makes her products by hand. Her goat milk soap creates a thick, creamy lather and delivers a nutrient-rich drink for your skin. Choose from a variety of fun fragrances like black raspberry, hazelnut cappuccino or lavender. www.greatcakessoapworks.com 913-205-8408

FRUITY FACE KIT Available at www.carenonline.com Cost: $19.95 Founded by Stephanie Simkins of Lenexa, Kan., Skin Inc.’s products are made of natural ingredients. The Fruity Face Kit features trial-sized versions of the Lemon Aid face wash, Lemon Fresh toner, Fruity Face scrub and Rosey Plum day moisturizer. www.realorganicskin.com stephanie@realorganicskin.com

SPA GIFT BASKET Sunrise Soaps, Parkville, Mo. Cost: $44.50 Parkville’s Sunrise Soaps has been handcrafting soaps and lotions since 1996. This gift basket includes soap, lotion, sugar scrub and a net bath poof in a 7-inch basket chest. All products are available online or at their store. sunrisesoaps.com, 816-746-0555

MONARCH RETINOL 50 – LEVEL II

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Monarch Plastic Surgery’s Skin Store, 4801 W. 135th St., Leawood, Kan. Cost: $52

In addition to a wide variety of cosmetic surgery options, Monarch Plastic Surgery also offers unique skin care products for sale both at their Leawood office and online. Retinol products are scientifically proven to remodel collagen to give you a clear, more vibrant complexion. www.monarchps.com 913-317-9386

ZUM CLEAN HOUSEWARMING PACK Indigo Wild, 3125 Wyandotte, KCMO Cost: $24 Give the gift of clean with these allnatural cleaning products. Includes Zum Clean Sweet Orange Granite & Countertop Cleaner, Sink & Surface Scrub and three assorted laundry samples. www.indigowild.com, 800-361-5686

SUGAR SHINE Mixture, Lenexa, Kan. Exfoliate, reduce blemishes, hydrate, soften the tone of your skin and smell fabulous. What a great way to start off any day. Sugar Shine will invigorate and help prepare you for whatever the day may hold. Depending on skin type, may be used daily. www.mixtureusa.com 913-944-2441

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GOAT MILK SOAP Great Cakes Soapworks, Olathe, Kan. Cost: 4 for $20

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BOTOX TREATMENT Exclusive MD, Leawood, Kan. Cost: $9 per unit used (discounted rate) Treat a friend to a botox boost at a special rate – just $9 per unit (typically, $12-$14 per unit). Schedule a free consultation – and make it a girls’ day out! www.exclusivemd.com 913-324-5007

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massages & day spas The gift every woman wants to see under the tree? A few hours of bliss at a day spa. Kansas City has an endless supply of ecstasy-inducing offerings.

1201 W. 47th St., Kansas City, Mo. Give a one-hour massage for $75, or try the tri-phasic body sculpting, which uses mild, electrical frequencies, heat and vibration to minimize fat and reduce cellulite, for $110. 816-531-5780 www.plazawestmassage.com

HOLLYDAY AESTHETICS MICRODERMABRASION Johnson County Dermatology, 153 W. 151st St., Olathe, Kan. Cost: $65 Give your skin a fresh start with a microdermabrasion. A session lasts about 30 minutes. www.jocoderm.com 913-764-1125

1 E. Gregory Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. The four-hour total pampering package features a one-hour massage, custom facial, manicure, pedicure and light lunch for $215. 816-333-4430 www.hollydayspa.com

SUNLIGHT DAY SPA 7373 W. 107th, Overland Park, Kan. Speed oxygen flow and increase circulation via far-infrared sauna therapy. Plus, enjoy a foot soak,

private shower, use of relaxation area, aromatherapy and beverage. $35 for 30 minutes. 913-754-2023 www.sunlightdayspa.com

THE SPA TUSCANO 4133 N. Mulberry in Briarcliff Village The Taste of Tuscano package includes four 30-minute services: facial, Swedish massage, manicure and pedicure. $180 for 2 hours. 816-746-5333 www.thespatuscano.com

ULTIMATE ESCAPE DAY SPA 11674 W. 135th, Overland Park, Kan. The Gentleman’s Escape is a relaxing day out for your special guy. Features a 60-minute Swedish massage, sport facial and a 30-minute dry sauna capsule session. Three hours total, $145. 913-851-3385 www.ultimateescapedayspa.com

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enhance gift guide ••• the gift of time Sometimes, the best gift you could give someone is more time in his or her day. One way to do that is to take some of the everyday tasks off your loved one’s list. Hundreds of service professionals in the Kansas City area would be happy to oblige. Use these tips to choose one.

While you should always ask your own questions of a maid service, sometimes the best place to start is your own circle. Ask your friends and family if they know of anyone or if they’ve used a particular service. You can trust that they will be completely honest in their reviews. REFERENCES. The size or longevity of the company matters less than its reputation. Make sure you can get references and find out what type of service they have. BONDED. If something breaks or turns up missing, you will want to be reimbursed. LOSS RATIO. Staff that isn’t properly trained or vetted can damage irreplaceable items in your home. Don’t be afraid to ask the tough questions about the workers’ skills.

! ASK AROUND.

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NEED. If you need the walls washed down, ovens scrubbed and the attic cleaned, see if they are up for it. If not, keep looking.

LAWN SERVICES It doesn’t matter if you hire the 16-year-old kid down the street or a professional lawn care company. Ask how often the lawn will be mowed and whether it’s flat fee for the entire season. If the firm charges for each visit, your lawn may receive more attention than you really want. Find out if service includes fertilizing in the spring and fall and if leaf removal is included. ASK FOR A GUARANTEE. If you are not satisfied with the job, will they come back and fix it? If you are required to sign a contract, read the fine print. Make sure there is a clause to get out of the deal if you decide to start mowing yourself, or you’re just not happy with the work. NEIGHBORHOOD DISCOUNT. If the lawn care company is already servicing three of your neighbors and they refer this company to you, ask if all the residents on the street can receive a discount. Professional mowers can save a lot of gas by working on several lawns on the same street.

! INTERVIEW APPLICANTS.

NANNIES AND BABYSITTING Although they don’t have to have a degree in child psychology or in pediatric care nursing, nannies need to have some knowledge and training on first aid and emergency situations. EXPERIENCE. Experience gives a professional nanny the confidence and the presence of mind to act accordingly to whatever circumstances arise while children are in their care. GOOD BACKGROUND. Look for someone with no criminal record and good mental health. REFERENCES. Ask for testimonials from people the nanny has worked for in the past. LOVE FOR KIDS. Although it seems obvious for this kind of job, not everyone who wants to be a professional nanny has affection for kids. A good nanny is patient and sensitive when interacting with your kids and is attentive to their needs.

! TRAINING.

MAID SERVICES

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HANDYMAN Help your parents tackle that honey-do list with a quality handyman service. But before you hand over any money, watch out for anyone who says things like “I need cash up front,” “I have materials left over” or “This is a special offer good only today.” Some other things to look for: ! BONDED AND INSURED. This keeps you from being held financially and legally responsible for an accident on your property. Plus, you can be reimbursed for any damage caused by the worker. ! GUARANTEES. This protects you from paying for the same service twice. You should

also look for a guarantee on parts, as well as manufacturers’ warranties. ESTABLISHED BUSINESS. Your candidate should be established in your community and carry a good reputation. Ask for testimonials and references, and look for memberships and certifications. FAIR PRICES AND PAYMENT RULES. Ask how they prefer to be paid. Never pay before the job is completed, but be prepared to pay a portion of the fee in advance for parts and supplies. Or, you can go to the store to pay for the items yourself.

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HELP WANTED YOUR TIME AND ENERGY MIGHT BE THE MOST

VALUABLE THING YOU CAN

GIVE DURING THE HOLIDAYS

BY GINA B. KELLOGG

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The tinkling peal of hand bells will soon echo off storefronts around the metro. Volunteers’ arms will be cheerfully aching as they ring out the sound that causes kids to cling to their parents’ coats, pleading for coins. The Salvation Army’s bell-ringers are among the most visible volunteers who give of their time each holiday season. They are also proof positive that you don’t have to be a multimillion-dollar philanthropist to make a difference in the lives of others. In fact, many organizations need volunteers’ time as much as they need money. So if your holiday pocketbook doesn’t have a penny to spare, you can still have an enormous impact on the lives of those in need by simply giving of yourself. One of the easiest places to start is

to check out online resources such as www.volunteerkc.org or www.volunteermatch.org. These sites consolidate volunteer opportunities from agencies throughout the Kansas City area. You simply identify the neighborhood where you would like to help and the areas in which you have an interest. To jump-start your quest to do good, we’ve identified some unique options that might be new to you. This list illustrates the variety of ways in which you can help. But if none of these fit with your giving goals, visit the Web sites mentioned above. The impact you’ll have on others may just inspire you to continue your philanthropic efforts long after the red kettles have been packed away.

FIND YOUR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY • www.volunteerkc.org • www.volunteermatch.org

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Purposeful giving is not as apt to deplete one’s resources; it belongs to that natural order of giving that seems to renew itself even in the act of depletion. — ANNE MORROW LINDBERGH, pioneering American aviator

and Rehab Center DESCRIPTION: Provide quality of life activities for residents in a skilled nursing facility AREA: Johnson County (Kan.) CONTACT: Andrea Wentzel, 913-384-0800, andrea.wentzel@adventistcare.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18 ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours will vary based on volunteer availability

ADMINISTRATIVE VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION: Metropolitan

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Community Services Program DESCRIPTION: Assist staff with administrative tasks in Crime Commission office AREA: Cass County, Clay County, Jackson County, Johnson County (Kan.), Platte County, Wyandotte County CONTACT: Barry Mayer,

816-960-6814, bmayer@ kc-crime.org, www.kc-crime.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18 ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours will vary based on volunteer availability

CONTACT: Leslie Berning, 913-642-8885, leslieb@canceractionkc.org, www.caceractionkc.org

CLOTHES CLOSET VOLUNTEER

can be bed pads, afghans, gowns, booties, trach bibs, turbans, pillows and bed sheets

ORGANIZATION: Safehome Inc. DESCRIPTION: Assist with sorting of

used clothing for victims of domestic violence AREA: Johnson County (Kan.) CONTACT: Susan Lebovitz, 913-432-9300, slebovitz@safehomeks.org, www.safehome-ks.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18 ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours will vary based on volunteer availability

COMFORT ITEM VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION: Cancer Action DESCRIPTION: Make a craft item to

comfort cancer patients AREA: Jackson County, Johnson County (Kan.), Wyandotte County

MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 14 ADDITIONAL INFO: Items made

REACH OUT AND READ VOLUNTEER READER ORGANIZATION: Reach Out and Read Kansas City DESCRIPTION: Read to children at a clinic of volunteer’s choice from a list provided. AREA: Jackson County, Johnson County (Kan.), Wyandotte County CONTACT: Laura Long, 913-588-2793, llong2@kumc.edu, www.reachoutandread.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 14

ACTIVITY ASSISTANT ORGANIZATION: Trinity Nursing

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You are never giving, nor can you ever give, enough service. —JAMES R. COOK, business and personal development consultant

SCRAPBOOKER

BAKER VOLUNTEER

ORGANIZATION: Sunflower House DESCRIPTION: Assist with archiving

ORGANIZATION: Gillis DESCRIPTION: Bake birthday cakes

published articles in scrapbook for child-abuse-prevention facility AREA: Johnson County (Kan.), Wyandotte County CONTACT: Theresa Vandenboom, 913-631-5800, theresa@sunflower house.org, www.sunflowerhouse.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 25 ADDITIONAL INFO: Willingness to assist when needs arise

or cupcakes for boys at risk AREA: Jackson County CONTACT: Saundra Johnson, 816-508-3533, saundra.johnson@ gillis.org, www.gillis.org ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours based on volunteer availability

ASSESSMENT VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION: Catholic Charities of Kansas City/St. Joseph Inc. DESCRIPTION: Visit homes of people who receive home-delivered meals and evaluate the clients’ nutritional status, activities of daily living and other special needs AREA: Jackson County CONTACT: Teresa Bruns Sosinski, 816-756-1858, ext. 561, tsosinski@ccharities.com, www.catholiccharities-kcsj.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 21

COMPUTER LAB COORDINATOR

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ORGANIZATION: The Salvation Army

(Bellefontaine) DESCRIPTION: Teach classes about the fundamentals of computers and monitor computer use of school-age children AREA: Jackson County CONTACT: Sandra Dorsey, 816-242-8302, sandra_dorsey@ usc.salvationarmy.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 21 ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours will vary based on volunteer availability

ADVENTURE FITNESS ASSISTANT ORGANIZATION: Camp Fire USA Heartland Council DESCRIPTION: Help young people who are blind and visually impaired explore the world around them through fun-filled activities AREA: Wyandotte County CONTACT: Andrea Breier, 913-648-2121, andrea@kc-campfire.org MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18

CARPENTER ORGANIZATION: National Agricultural

Center and Hall of Fame DESCRIPTION: Help build and maintain museum exhibits and facilities AREA: Wyandotte County CONTACT: 913-721-1075, info@aghalloffame.com, www.aghalloffame.com MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18

CHILDCARE VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION: El Centro Inc. DESCRIPTION: Assist with art pro-

gram during meeting of domesticviolence survivors support group AREA: Wyandotte County CONTACT: Rebekah Moses, 913-281-1186,

rmoses@elcentroinc.com MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18 ADDITIONAL INFO: Volunteers needed

Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

ENTERTAINER ORGANIZATION: AseraCare Hospice DESCRIPTION: Sing or play

instruments to comfort and relax hospice patients in private home or nursing home AREA: Wyandotte County CONTACT: Lora Keim, 816-880-3900, lora.keim@aseracare.com MINIMUM AGE OF VOLUNTEERS: 18

ACTIVITIES VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION: Parents as Teachers

(Pleasant Hill School District) DESCRIPTION: Assist with activities, games and supplies for families of young children AREA: Cass County CONTACT: Brenda Koval, 816-987-2143, bkoval@pleasanthillschools.com, www.pleasanthillschools.com ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours will vary based on volunteer availability

PUPPETEER ORGANIZATION: Piece of the Pie

Productions DESCRIPTION: Use puppets to depict characters in a scripted environmental-education skit AREA: Cass County, Jackson County CONTACT: Paula Smolen, 816-623-9303, pmsmolen@yahoo.com ADDITIONAL INFO: Hours will vary based on volunteer availability

I Don’t think of it as aging...

We’re Evolving I have found that the women at midlife (30’s-60’s) who evolve gracefully are the women who take stock of their health and then get busy. If they have a complaint, they take action! It’s exciting to help these vibrant women move forward each year in a positive way.

At The Midlife Wellness Center, Dr. Brenda Smith can help you face the years gracefully. Dr. Smith’s approach includes looking at all aspects of your health: • hormonal health • nutritional and metabolic health • preventative health And above all, you will meet with a true partner in your health. Dr. Smith has worked with women for 24 years and is dedicated to helping women feel vibrantly healthy. NOW OFFERING BREAST THERMOGRAPHY

Dr. Smith is very excited to be offering Breast Thermography – the no-compression, no-radiation way to image the breasts. DR. BRENDA SMITH, MD

Visit www.midlifewellnesscenter.com for testimonials from patients and to learn more about our services.

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IMMUNE-BOOSTING

GINGER fresh ginger-lemon tea This warming tea is especially healing to drink as soon as you start feeling a cold or flu coming on. Lemon is well-known as one of the best sources of immuno-supportive vitamin C, and ginger is famous for its ability to counteract nausea. Ginger and lemon also contain powerful antibacterial compounds that can effectively fight off infections. Combined with cayenne pepper, this is the perfect remedy to help break up congestion and rid the body of excess mucus.

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1 teaspoon of fresh ginger root 8-10 ounces of hot water 2 lemon wedges Dash of cayenne pepper Honey to taste

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DIRECTIONS Peel skin from ginger root. Mince ginger or grate with a microplane or small grater over a mug of hot water. Squeeze lemon wedges into water and add a dash of cayenne and honey to taste. The ginger can be left in the mug and consumed.

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AROMATIC, PUNGENT, SPICY – GINGER CAN ADD ZEST AND FLAVOR TO LOTS OF DISHES. IT HAS A LONG TRADITION OF ALLEVIATING GASTROINTESTINAL DISTRESS, THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES, INCLUDING ANTI-OXIDANT AND ANTI-INFLAMMATORY EFFECTS.

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INTRODUCING LISA MARKLEY

super-immunity soup A good brothy soup is the usual go-to food when you are sick because it is easy to digest, warming to the body, and helpful for breaking up mucus and congestion. This nourishing soup has the familiar comfort of chicken noodle but kicks up the healing power up several notches by including medicinal foods like garlic, ginger and shiitake mushrooms. The addition of vitamin A-rich carrots and nutrient-dense bok choy add to the list of powerful ingredients for supporting your body’s best defenses. Miso, made from fermented soybeans, is a living food. To preserve the antibacterial effects of its live active cultures, miso should not be boiled and is best to add to the soup at the very end.

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2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, minced or grated 1 pound boneless chicken breast or tenders, sliced 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced 4 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock 2-3 carrots, sliced 1-2 cups water ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 bunch baby bok choy, separated into leaves and stems and chopped 2 teaspoons mild white miso paste per bowl ½ cup scallions, chopped

INSTRUCTIONS Heat grapeseed oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onions, garlic, and ginger and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken and cook for an additional 3 minutes, turning to ensure even cooking. Add mushrooms and carrots, and sauté for another 2-3 minutes. Add stock, water, cayenne, and just the stems of bok choy (add leaves when soups is almost finished cooking). Let soup gently simmer for about 25 minutes. Add bok choy leaves and let simmer for 2 more minutes. Once soup is done cooking place 2 teaspoons of miso in each soup bowl and add a small amount of broth to bowl to dissolve miso. Once dissolved, fill each bowl with soup and garnish with scallions.

Lisa Markley wants to motivate people to get back to eating foods that are as close to their natural state as possible. In her new role as healthy eating specialist at Whole Foods Market, she has the opportunity to help people with meal planning and recipe ideas at the point of purchase. She also leads tours and cooking classes. “It’s so satisfying when someone tries something new and likes it,” she says. “When people see a cooking demonstration or understand something firsthand, it empowers them to try something that might be a little different.” With the cold and flu season upon us, Markley is educating people about foods that are in season, how to prepare them and what foods have powerful medicinal properties. “I believe that food has the power to prevent and heal disease, as well as make people feel good. With a master’s degree in nutrition, she mentors students, giving them an opportunity to learn about her approach to food. “There are so many refined and processed foods out there – they’re more like ‘food products,” she says. “I believe the fewer processed foods, the less refined foods, the better,” she says. “And I love motivating people to get back to cooking at home and eating real, whole foods.”

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superfruit salad with ginger yogurt sauce Sugar is very important to cut back on for keeping your immune system healthy. The natural sweetness in this immune-boosting salad can help satisfy your sweet tooth while helping fend off a cold or flu. These fruits provide an abundant source of vitamin C and infection-fighting bioflavinoids. And to top it off, the ginger-yogurt sauce contains live active cultures, like lactobacillus and bifidus, which act as natural antibiotics.

INGREDIENTS ! ! ! ! ! !

2 oranges 1 red grapefruit ½ cup fresh pineapple cubes ½ cup blueberries 2 tablespoons honey ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Sauce ! 6-8 ounces plain organic yogurt ! 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger ! 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ! Honey to taste

curried sweet potato and carrot soup Infections cause inflammation in your lungs and sinuses that cause you to cough and sneeze. Fortunately, vitamin A-rich vegetables like carrots, sweet potatoes and winter squash can help. Vitamin A is an antiinflammatory nutrient that nourishes the mucous membranes lining your respiratory pathways.

INSTRUCTIONS Peel and cut fruit into bite-sized pieces. Toss with honey and cinnamon in a medium bowl and set aside. Peel the skin off the ginger and mince or grate with a microplane. Mix yogurt, ginger, vanilla, and honey together in a small bowl. Dish up the fruit and top with a dollop of the ginger yogurt sauce.

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2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1-2 teaspoons of fresh ginger, minced or grated 2 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 cups vegetable stock 3 pounds of sweet potatoes, peeled and diced 5 medium carrots, peeled and diced 1 can coconut milk ½ teaspoon of sea salt Pepper to taste

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INSTRUCTIONS Heat oil in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add spices and sauté for another minute and cook until fragrant. Pour in vegetable stock and coconut milk. Add sweet potatoes and carrots. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are softened. Puree the soup using an immersion or stick blender or carefully ladle soup into a blender and blend in small batches until pureed.

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create new holiday

TRADITIONS WHO SAYS YOU HAVE TO DO THE HOLIDAY MEAL THE SAME WAY EVERY YEAR? MIX IT UP THIS YEAR WITH A HEALTHY SWAP OR A LOCAL INGREDIENT.

create a local holiday

Now that winter is here and most fresh markets are closed, how can you find locally grown and produced food? And how can you incorporate that food into your holiday meal? The first place to start is at eatlocal kc.net. It’s a treasure trove of how to find locally grown and produced food. Along with a detailed listing of wintertime markets, you’ll find lists of restaurants that specialize in local food.

“You might want to ask some questions at your favorite restaurant and find out where they buy their items,” says Karen Siebert, communications coordinator for the Greater Kansas City Food Policy Coalition. The site also challenges visitors to choose at least one item from a local source for your holiday meal. “We suggest that people start slow,” says Siebert. “You don’t have to run out and

buy a heritage turkey. You can just do one or two simple things.” Siebert suggests thinking beyond vegetables like squash, sweet potatoes and dark, leafy greens. “There are great cheeses and meats that are local,” she says. “And remember all the Missouri pecans and apples.” Some farms that participate in community supported agriculture also provide that option during the winter.

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BY CECILIA VIGLIATURO

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save calories with simple switches

Instead of a dinner laden with calories and fat, why not try swapping out a few items for more healthy – yet still delicious – choices? It’s surprisingly easy to save calories with some common sense and a few simple substitutions. ! INSTEAD OF A SWEET POTATO

CASSEROLE, ROAST THEM. “Or if you

stay with the casserole, use Splenda brown sugar,” says Lisa Medrow, a dietitian and consultant with Show Me Food and Nutrition Services. “I use Splenda in my cookies, as well.” ! YOU DON’T HAVE TO MAKE TOFU TUR-

KEY TO BE HEALTHY. “Choose breast meat over dark meat,” Medrow says. “And take off the skin. That

MARGARINE IN MASHED POTATOES.

“They come out just as good,” she says. ! LIMIT YOUR USE OF THE SALT SHAK-

ER. “I like Mrs. Dash,” Medrow says. “Or use other herbs and seasonings to give your food a good flavor.” ! CHOOSE WHAT DISHES ARE MOST

IMPORTANT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND STICK TO THEM. “Do you really need pumpkin pie, pecan pie, apple crisp and other desserts?” she asks. “If you make them all, chances are you’ll overeat. By limiting how many desserts and side items you serve, you’ll save a lot of calories.”

keep your holidays free from stress

From hosting family and friends to searching for the perfect gift, the holidays can be anything but relaxing. But if you’re the one entertaining, there are many ways to keep your stress in check this holiday season, according to Donna Nagle, owner of Molly’s Table. ! GO POTLUCK. “I love potlucks,” Nagle says. “Everyone can bring their favorite dish and over time certain dishes become a traditional favorites.” ! CONNECT WITH A CAFÉ OR CATERER.

“This might sound self-serving since I’m a caterer,” says Nagle with a laugh. “But it really helps reduce stress when all you have to do is pick something up.” You might simply outsource side items or desserts

instead of an entire meal. ! PLAN YOUR EVENT AROUND A FUN

THEME. Instead of a more traditional meal, plan an Italian night or a Chinese dinner. “Themes can really make the event more fun and informal,” Nagle says. “You might incorporate a gag gift exchange to keep the theme going. One year, my family had a pajama party Christmas Eve. No one was stressed out, and everyone had a blast.” ! CHANGE FROM DINNER TO

BREAKFAST. “You can prepare

breakfast casseroles, pastries or cinnamon rolls ahead of time,” Nagle suggests. “Then you can pop them in the oven and make your whole house smell delicious.”

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will help lower the fat content.” ! SUBSTITUTE SKIM MILK AND LIGHT

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| face of a farmer |

badseed: agriculture for urbanites FOUNDERS OF BADSEED ORGANIC FARM WANT TO SHOW CITY DWELLERS

Brooke Salvaggio’s face is well-known to those in Kansas City’s urban agriculture circle. She and her husband, Daniel Heryer, started BADSEED, an organic farm and market, in 2007. The goal, she says, is to celebrate local food, culture and community. In addition to farming and sponsoring a farmer’s market every Friday evening in the Crossroads area, the couple teaches classes ranging from backyard gardening to herbal medicine making. If that’s not enough, they recently purchased 13 acres on the east side of Kansas City where they’re planning a “diversified farmstead” that will include heritage animals, organic orchard, organic vineyard and of course, vegetable production. The site will be one of the larger urban farms in the United States. “We’ll sponsor tours and volunteer opportunities just as we’ve done with our current farm,” Salvaggio says. “We love teaching city dwellers to live off the grid within the grid.” Her advice to those who want to start gardening? First, don’t be intimidated by textbooks, advice and tools. “I tell people to dive right in,” she says. “Don’t get hung up on the perfect way to do something. Just go outside and get your hands in the dirt. If you plant something, it will grow.”

PHOTOS COURTESY OF BROOKE SALVAGGIO

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HOW TO LIVE OFF THE GRID

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Fran Bigelow is credited with sparking the artisan chocolate movement. Hearing her story and tasting her chocolates helps you understand why. A trip to Paris inspired her love of pure flavors and quality ingredients. Add to that her love of life and passion for celebration, and the Where to find Fran’s results are Fran’s Chocolates. Gray and Smoked Fran’s Gray & Smoked Salt Caramels are an Salt Caramels: ideal blend of rich chocolate, buttery caramel ! Better Cheddar and gray or oak smoked salt from Wales. Chrisin Prairie Village, topher Kimball of Cook’s Illustrated places them 71st and Mission on his holiday gift giving list. He says, “A single ! Better Cheddar at chocolatier, Fran’s, offered a flawless package. the Country Club The box was elegant and classy. Our tasters loved Plaza, 604 W. 48th the chocolates, describing them as ‘complex,’ St. ‘rich,’ ‘luscious but not too sweet,’ and ‘intense.’ ! Cost: $12.99 for a box of seven This is an impressive gift.” And if you find yourself falling for these treats, you’ve got good company. President Obama is a fan. Michelle is as well. Television actress Mariska Hargitay is so hooked she confesses to eating five chocolates in one sitting. Go ahead, you know you want to.

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