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Counting Sheep: It’s Sleep Awareness Week

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National Sleep Awareness is all about raising the issues concerned with sleep and asking you to make sure you’re getting enough of it. Do you know how much sleep you should be getting? Nine hours is usually enough for adults but depending on the age and person, more or less time might be needed.

The older you get, the less sleep you tend to need and vice versa.

Unfortunately, things like snoring problems, insomnia and other issues can disrupt sleep. A disrupted sleep often leads to feeling unalert the next day, and stops you from carrying out important daily tasks. A more dangerous example would be drivers that have fallen asleep at the wheel.

Not the best time for a nap.

“Sleep is very underrated,” said Joan LoPallo, manager of the Duxiana Store in Manhasset. She has been advising mattress customers for more than 17 years about good sleep posture and the value of a quality mattress.

“A mattress should provide flexibility and accommodate correct sleep posture,” said LoPallo. “That impacts our health dramatically.”

She remembered when, years ago, doctors and sleep specialists insisted that everyone needed a firmer mattress.

“What doctors and therapists learned through the years was firm feeling is not necessarily firm support for most people,” said LoPallo. “A yielding mattress is not a sagging mattress; the mattress should conform to our body rather than our body conforming to the mattress.”

LoPallo said some of the biggest complaints that mattress customers say affects their sleep are acid reflux, sleep apnea, sciatica, poor circulation and body pain (neck, shoulder and back).

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), insufficient sleep is associated with a number of chronic diseases and conditions—such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and depression—which threaten the nation’s health. Aside from these, insufficient sleep is also responsible for motor vehicle and machinery-related crashes, causing substantial injury and disability each year.

The CDC says more than

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Put your troubles aside and drift away .

Keep a piece of paper next to your bed and write down any worries of the da y before putting your he ad down to sleep. You’ll sleep better!

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Leave a couple of ho urs between eating and going to bed. It will he lp you reap the maximum benefits of a good nig ht’s sleep.

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Create a bedtime rit ual.

Make deep breathing, stretches and other relaxing exe rcises part of your pre-slum ber ritual, to wind down and help get your mind ready for sleep.

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Make your bedroom all about sleep! A comf ortable mattress, pillow, and bedding will help you get a go od night’s sleep. Keep your roo m dark and use cool paint colors for the walls.

Power down to recha rge!

Blue light from scree ns can disrupt your circadian rhythm and affect your abilit y to sleep. Turn off your mo bile devices before you head to bed!

For more information , visit Sleepfoundation .org/SAW. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook #7Days 4BetterSleep one-quarter of the U.S. population report occasionally not getting enough sleep, while nearly 10 percent experience chronic insomnia.

So what can you do in March during National Sleep Awareness Week? Well, first of all and most importantly, make sure you’re getting a good enough sleep.

Here are a few simple tips to help you sleep easy:

• don’t drink caffeine • no exercise at least three hours before bed • winding down with a nice bath New methods for assessing and treating sleep disorders bring hope to the millions suffering from insufficient sleep. Getting sufficient sleep is not a luxury—it is a necessity—and should be thought of as a “vital sign” of good health. However, if you’re worried that you’re not getting get a

good night’s sleep it might be worthwhile popping along to see your doctor. And if this is what you’re planning to do try keeping a sleep diary before the appointment. Then, hopefully the doctor can give you some tips that will sort things out, or perhaps refer you on to a sleep specialist if need be.

Visit www.sleep.org for more facts and tips about getting great sleep.

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Fuel Your Body: A Guide To Pre/Post Workout Meals

BY KATHERINE ALEXIS ATHANASIOU

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We all know the adage, “New Year, New Me,” but by this time each year, most people have given up on their resolutions. The adage turns into “New Year, Same Me,” but that doesn’t have to be the case this year. One of the most common resolutions people make is to lose weight and look the best they have ever had.

With gym memberships on the rise at the beginning of each year, one common question Long Islanders have

is, “I’ve been going to the gym and trying to eat well, but I’m still not seeing results, what am I doing wrong?”

While they may indeed be exercising for at least 30 minutes, three times a week, they may not be seeing results because of the types of foods they are consuming before and after exercise.

People who think results come by dieting alone, or exercising alone, are setting themselves up for short-term success and long-term failure.

In order to see lasting results from exercise, people need to be conscious of what they eat before and after workouts in order to maximize their efforts.

According to nutritionist Sofia Gourlides, “The best way to efficiently fuel your exercise is to consume pre- and post-workout meals in the appropriate carbohydrate to protein ratio.” Before a workout, it is important to consume more carbohydrates than protein and the opposite is true after exercise. Gourlides is a public health nutritionist with the state department of health, with additional experience in sports nutrition.

Before the Workout One of the biggest mistakes people make is exercising on an empty stomach. The body needs fuel that will provide lasting energy. Before a workout, aim to eat foods rich in carbohydrates, which are the best source of fuel for the body and provide enough energy to get you through any workout. Gourlides also recommends eating a meal/snack that is low in fat and fiber to ensure optimal digestion. These include: whole grain bread with almond butter, oats, with fruits, bananas, yogurt, and brown rice with black beans.

After eating, give yourself 45-60

minutes to ensure appropriate digestion and avoid feeling nauseous during exercise. During the workout make sure to stay adequately hydrated with water and sports drinks to replenish lost electrolytes.

After the Workout After feeling the burn, aim to eat foods rich in protein. Gourlides emphasizes the importance of protein rich meals, as they help repair and build-up muscle fibers. Sources include: protein shakes with a mix of almond milk and fruits, grilled chicken with mixed vegetables, quinoa with grilled salmon and vegetables, apples with almond butter, and Greek yogurt.

Aim to consume protein within an hour of exercise to ensure maximum muscle repair and decrease muscle aches and soreness. What you consume before and after a workout is just as important as the exercise you do. Don’t work harder, work smarter and start seeing the results you’ve been dreaming of.

Katherine Alexis Athanasiou is a physician assistant student (PA-S).

March Is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano and Legislator Rose Walker joined with Anne K. Thorsen (center) of the American Cancer Society, Dr. Tony Philip of Northwell Health (left) and Executive Director of Long Island FQHC David Nemiroff (right) to illuminate in blue the dome of the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in Mineola for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

“Colon cancer is a deadly disease that affects both men and women, yet is both treatable and beatable when caught early through screening,” said Mangano. “We commemorate Colorectal Cancer Awareness

Month, and our goal is to promote awareness and remind residents to speak with their doctors about

when it would be appropriate for them to get tested.”

According to the American Cancer

Society, in the year 2016 alone over 134,000 cases of colorectal cancer will be diagnosed, and in the United States more than 49,000 people are expected to die from colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States. Living a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk of colorectal cancer, but regular tests and exams can often find colon cancer early when it is most treatable or sometimes even prevent it altogether.

Visit the American Cancer Society website at www.cancer.org/colon for more information about colorectal cancer awareness and prevention.

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Healthify Your Pantry

Let’s face it. There are days and weeks that are so busy that even getting to the supermarket can seem like a challenge. Stocking up on pantry items that have a longer then average shelf life can be a lifesaver when things get too busy or when you need an on-hand addition to an already fabulous meal. Stock up on these foods and use them as your goto staples when you want a well-balanced meal that wows.

Black Beans A powerhouse of protein and fiber, black beans can be used to make soup, dips, and spreads, and they are a delicious addition to any salad. I prefer using the dried beans as opposed to the canned beans so that I can control the level of salt and cooking preferences. When I am super crunched for time, however, I will rinse the canned version under cold water for ten seconds to reduce the sodium and the slightly metallic taste.

Other great beans to keep on hand are lentils, kidney beans and chickpeas.

Spices Not only do they tantalize your taste, but spices are composed of a variety of phytonutrients,

LIFE EVOLUTIONS Melody Pourmoradi antioxidants and vitamins that are essential to your overall health. My favorites are turmeric, cinnamon, garlic, cayenne pepper and ginger. I add turmeric, garlic and some cayenne to almost every soup, stew or hot food I prepare, and I use cinnamon and ginger to enhance teas and after dinner treats. Ground spices can last for up to three years.

Quinoa Yes, although quinoa is a plant, it is a complete protein. It provides a boost of energy and will satisfy hunger in the same way that meat would but without the fat. It takes less than 15 minutes to prepare and is a satiating addition to just about any meal. Try it on its own or in addition to sautéed vegetables, soups, stews, spreads and, my personal favorite, salads.

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Brown rice noodles A healthy pasta alternative to its white counterpart and free of wheat or gluten, brown rice noodles are perfect for anyone with gluten intolerance or celiac disease. Use these as a substitution in all your pasta and noodle dishes, and indulge in the delicious flavors and health benefits.

Crushed tomatoes Rich in flavor and amped up in the antioxidant lycopene, crushed tomatoes are extremely useful for creating vitamin-rich foods. Add to homemade whole-wheat pizzas, soups and sauces. Opt for the no-salt added versions when possible.

Extra-virgin olive oil (EVOO) Gotta love those healthy fats. A natural antioxidant that is a staple in the Mediterranean diet, EVOO reduces the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Take note that this type of oil does not have a high smoke point and is better as a drizzle for salads, dips and other cold foods, so resist the urge to cook with it.

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Nuts Always a convenient and energy-boosting go-to snack, nuts have a large amounts of protein, fiber, calcium and other nutrients. Almonds are heart-healthy and packed with the most fiber and protein of all nuts. Ground nuts are a tasty and healthy alternative to breadcrumbs and an excellent substitution for flour in baked goods. Nuts can be stored in the freezer for up to one year.

Take this list with you the next time you go to the supermarket and reap the benefits for weeks and months to come.

Melody Pourmoradi is a women’s wellness and lifestyle coach at Life Evolutions Coaching. Learn more about her services at www.lifeevolutionscoaching.com

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Winthrop-University Hospital Earns Magnet Designation Winthrop-University Hospital has recently received national recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program. The highest recognition that a hospital can earn in the area of nursing excellence, Magnet Recognition Program designation is considered the gold standard. With this credential, Winthrop joins the Magnet community—a select group of 426 healthcare organizations out of nearly 6,000 U.S. healthcare organizations.

“Magnet recognition provides our community with the ultimate benchmark to measure the quality of patient care and Winthrop-University Hospital is proud to earn this prestigious designation,” said John F. Collins, president and CEO of Winthrop-University Hospital.

The Magnet Recognition Program is the ultimate credential for high-quality nursing. It recognizes healthcare organizations whose nursing staff consistently delivers superior patient care with the highest levels of professionalism and innovation.

“Winthrop-University Hospital is an

Christine Marsiello, MSN, RN-BC, NEA-BC, director of professional nursing practice and education, and magnet program director; Valerie Terzano, PhD (c), RN, NEA-BC, senior vice president and chief nursing officer; Eileen Magri, PhD, RN, NE-BC, vice president, nursing; and Donna Caccavale, MBA, BSN, RN, CIC, NEA-BC, vice president, nursing.

extremely special place. Our nurses embody the core values of collaboration, compassion, education, integrity, innovation, and cultural sensitivity and they hold excellence in their hands every day,” said Christine Marsiello, MSN, RN-BC, NEA-BC, director of professional nursing practice and education, and magnet program director at Winthrop, who helped lead the Hospital on this multi-year journey towards Magnet recognition.

“Achieving this great honor is just the beginning. We remain dedicated to striving to always achieve the very best in patient care.”

Benefits of Magnet recognition include: • Higher patient satisfaction with nurse communication, availability of help, and receipt of discharge information • Lower risk of 30-day mortality and lower failure to rescue • Higher job satisfaction among nurses and • Lower nurse reports of intentions to leave position.

For more information about nursing care at Winthrop visit www.winthrop. org or call 866-946-8476.

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March Is National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month Little-known treatment could save lives

BY CAROLINE JONES

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In light of National Autoimmune Disease Awareness Month, author Julia Schopick points to a little-known yet proven treatment for autoimmune diseases that could save millions of lives and hundreds of millions of dollars in healthcare costs. It’s called Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN). “Most doctors and patients don’t even know about it,” said Schopick.

Schopick is the author of a blockbuster book on innovative medical treatments, Honest Medicine, and she’s an in-demand radio guest and patient coach. She was driven to search for better treatments after

her husband was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor decades ago. Inspired by his survival years beyond his doctor’s predictions, she saw firsthand just how effective treatments can be— and how important it is to get the word out about them. She’s now a passionate expert on a whole range of low-cost, non-toxic effective treatments “as well as the truth behind why doctors don’t prescribe many of them. LDN has had tremendous success treating people with many autoimmune diseases. In fact, it’s so promising that patients themselves underwrote a medical study, yet doctors as well as patients are often in the dark,” she adds.

Autoimmune diseases affect more than 50 million Americans and exceed $100 billion in direct healthcare costs every year. The

drugs commonly used to treat these diseases—a “terrible hundred” that includes multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and Crohn’s disease—are expensive, often ineffective, and wreak havoc on patients, often with damaging side effects. For 30 years LDN has proven effective against these diseases, according to Schopick.

“What keeps it on the outskirts of our awareness?” asked Schopick. “A terrible medical Catch 22, in which most doctors only prescribe the drugs that are manufactured and marketed by pharmaceutical companies who have a stranglehold on the megastudies used for FDA approval.”

Patient education has never been so important—and no more so than with autoimmune diseases, according to Schopick. But there’s good news: a growing network of

patients are learning about LDN and trying to break through the wall between Big Pharma and a known solution.

Visit the author’s website www. honestmedicine.com for more information.

Gambling Awareness Month in March

BY ROHANIE PARBHOO

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Although we may not realize it, we are surrounded by gambling opportunities throughout our lives.

Whether it’s a quick trip to the grocery story, a stop at the deli, a company pool, a raffle for prizes or a night at the casino, we are often subtly engaged in the practice of gambling. Though many may perceive gambling addiction can be controlled, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) said that 85 percent of adults in the United States have gambled at least once in their lives and an even more startling realization is that approximately 2 million adults meet the criteria for disordered gambling.

While the month of March kicks off National Gambling Awareness Month, it is always important to be aware of what problem gambling is and how you or your loved ones can find help if faced with any gambling-related hardships. Executive Director for the New York Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG) Jim

Maney said that awareness is vital.

“I think what has occurred in our society is that at one time gambling was considered a vice. In the ’60s or ’70s the lottery was formed and ever since, gambling has transitioned from a vice to a being a part of the

state budget, generating revenue.

The normalization of gambling has increased,” said Maney. “It’s always portrayed as this harmless behavior most of the time and what we need to do is educate folks.”

The NYCPG has incorporated their goals into a plan to focus on during Gambling Awareness Month where they hope to provide state professionals with tools and resources on dealing with problem gamblers and also connecting people with services to receive help. They have an eight-page

resource guide, and will be posting blog and social media-driven content to assist in their efforts.

They also have programs such as DontBetYet—informational material focusing on children and gambling, KnowTheOdds—a gambling addiction information center and You(th)DecideNY—a resource to assist teenaged youth understand the consequences of gambling.

“I think that the at-risk population that we find are the adolescents and the elderly.

And then for the niche gamblers, say like with sports betting, it will be men from 20-40. And then for slot machines, it would be women from 20-40,” said Maney. “So there are niches for everyone and it doesn’t discriminate. There are young kids having difficulty and older folks having difficulty. This is something that affects everyone from Long Island to Buffalo and every group in between.”

Maney also said that if you or a loved one is facing issues dealing with problem gambling it is important to receive help as soon as possible.

“We also provide clinical supervision, twice a month, for anyone who would like it. We also provide numerous other trainings via our website for folks who want to continue their education about this issue.

We run a two-day annual conference where folks network and provide more information and listen to the experts talk about problem gambling strategies,” said Maney.

Visit www.nyproblemgambling.org or call 518-867-4084 for assistance with gambling-related issues.

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March Marks Poison Prevention Week

You may not realize it but there are many substances in your kitchen, backyard and garage that could cause serious harm if not stored or handled properly. National Poison Prevention Week, occurring between March 2026, is dedicated to raising awareness on poison control and will highlight the measures one can take to ensure they are being safe when handling these substances.

The South Nassau Communities Hospital verifies that an estimated 2 million poisonings are reported each year. The hospital also states that more than 6,000 people have died and 300,000 suffer from disabling illnesses annually as well.

The hospital’s chairman of the department of emergency medicine, Dr. Joshua Kugler, said that prevention is key.

“I believe there is a good public awareness, however, complacency or inattentiveness of household guardians is what usually leads to accidents,” said Dr. Kugler.

Similarly, Dr. Victor Politi, president of Nassau University Medical

Center, also specializes in emergency medicine and said that being aware of why poison control is necessary can help save lives.

“If you do ingest something that is basically toxic, it can make you very ill. It can cause internal problems.

It could cause kidney failure...we could see damage to their lungs, from breathing in cyanide or smoke, or we could see brain damage. Or we could see just basic poisoning of a person’s body, killing them,” said Dr. Politi.

While the outcome of a poisoning can be frightening, Kugler said there are a number of things you can do to ensure your and your family’s safety. They suggest you keep all medicines and chemicals away from younger children. They also say it’s important to use child-resistant packaging and make sure all packaging is securely closed after it’s use.

For adults, keeping medicine in their original containers is vital. Label confusion can often lead to inappropriate usage.

Installing carbon monoxide detectors is another way to prevent poisoning. Many household items and materials such as gas, oil, kerosene, and wood can potentially cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

“A lot of the everyday items that you don’t think can harm you can; education is key in prevention,” said Dr. Polito. “Things we use in our yards. Long Island has beautiful lawns. Everybody has pools. All of those chemicals are very, very toxic. We may not be thinking about that in the summer but I’m sure if you look in your shed or your garage, you probably have these chemicals in there.”

The South Nassau Communities

Hospital will be gearing up for Poison Prevention Week with an information session.

“We are planning an informative table in the hospital atrium during Poison Prevention Week,” said Kugler.

“It will be manned by the nurses from pediatrics and the emergency departments. There will be free information and education about poison prevention and tips as well as materials and guidelines from the Health Resources and Services Administration.”

The American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) is also trying to spread preventive information regarding poison control. AAPCC Director of National Outreach Krista Osterthaler said that the “AAPCC will be engaging in multiple traditional and social media efforts…”

“It’s important to remember that not all poisonings take place via ingestion, or swallowing. People can also be poisoned via the eyes – ocular, lungs –inhalation, skin-dermal and other ways,” she added.

If you suspect poisoning call 911.

For non-life threatening incidents and information call AAPCC at 800-222-1222.

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Savor The Flavor Of Eating Right

BY MARISSA LICATA

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March is National Nutrition Month, a nutrition education and awareness campaign sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign brings attention to the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. These principles should be followed not only in March, but as a way of life all year long.

This year’s theme, “Savor the Flavor of Eating Right,” encourages the public to slow down and take time to enjoy the pleasure of food, food traditions and the social experiences food brings to our lives. How, when, why and where we eat are just as important as what we eat. Develop a mindful eating pattern that includes nutritious and flavorful foods—that is the best way to savor the flavor.

eat while multitasking, in their cars or while working at their desks. Eating meals at the table, however, allows you to be present and focus on the food you are about to taste. Be present in the moment and enjoy your food rather than wolfing it down. Reduce (or eliminate) distractions, so turn off the TV, and ignore the beeps and chimes of your cell phone and social media accounts. This is your time to enjoy and savor something for you.

Being present also means thinking about what you are eating, and how it feels in your mouth and on your tongue. Is the texture smooth or crunchy? Is it bitter or sweet? Think about what tastes and textures you enjoy eating.

Here are a few simple tips everyone can use to start incorporating mindful eating into their daily routines:

Slow Down Eating more slowly and chewing food well allows us to be mindful of what we are doing and when we’ve actually had enough to eat. It takes approximately 20 minutes for the brain to receive satiety signals from the stomach. These signals tell our brains that we are feeling full and should begin to slow down and stop eating.

Be Present In today’s busy world, most people

Be Consistent Eat your meals and snacks at the

same time every day. This doesn’t mean you need to stick to a timetable but rather, try to eat relatively around the same time every day. Consistency helps avoid being overly hungry, splurging on whatever you see and overeating. Waiting to eat until you feel ravenous promotes overeating and poor food choices. Instead, plan ahead and try to eat around the same time every day for meals and snacks.

Try New Things Experimenting with herbs and spices is an easy simple way to savor the flavor and expose yourself to new

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flavors. This month, try a new recipe with ingredients less familiar to you or from a different culture.

So in a world filled with busy days, connected devices and doing things faster and faster, let March National Nutrition Month be a fresh reminder to stay present, slow down, be consistent and savor the flavor. Your stomach (and body) will thank you.

Marissa Licata is a registered dietitian at Northwell Health’s Katz Institute for Women’s Health. Call 516881-7060 for more information about nutrition services.

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Hepatitus B-Affected Patients Are Asymptomatic Hepatitis B affects more than 300 million people worldwide and more than 2 million Americans.

The New York area has some of the highest rates of hepatitis B in the U.S. secondary to our diversity. Hepatitis B is a common cause of cirrhosis and the leading predisposing factor for the development of liver cancer worldwide. Unlike most other liver diseases where liver cancer usually develops after a person has developed cirrhosis, liver cancer commonly develops in patients with hepatitis B without the presence of cirrhosis. Most people with hepatitis B are asymptomatic, so screening is important to diagnose the disease.

This is very important because we no longer use the terminology of “healthy carrier” when referring to patients with normal liver enzymes and low or undetectable levels of hepatitis B virus in the blood. All patients who are not candidates for treatment at this time are now referred to as having “inactive disease”.

The goal of treatment of any infectious disease is to eradicate the infectious agent. Therefore, the goal of treatment of hepatitis B is the complete eradication of the hepatitis B virus with loss of hepatitis B surface antigen and development of hepatitis

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B surface antibody. Despite excellent therapies for hepatitis B, none of the currently available therapies regularly meet the goal of therapy listed above.

Current anti-viral agents normalize liver enzymes, suppress hepatitis B virus in the blood and may even improve underlying liver histology.

Unfortunately, these therapies, although well tolerated, need to be taken for life in most cases and the virus usually recurs with cessation of therapy. This is because hepatitis B incorporates into the nuclear material of the liver cell and therefore is extremely difficult to eradicate.

With the revolution of hepatitis C treatment and with cure rates for this disease more than 95 percent in all cases, interest is beginning to switch to the development of curative therapies for chronic hepatitis B. There are more than 30 agents currently in

Whole food choices are best for a healthy liver the development or testing stage with these agents targeting both the virus and the host.

The replication cycle of hepatitis B is well understood and has been for many years. There are many enzymes involved in both replication and transportation of the hepatitis B virus. Treatments under development include medications that prevent hepatitis B virus entry into the liver cell, inhibit viral replication at various different sites, boost host immune system responses and therapeutic vaccines.

The reality is that future treatments for hepatitis B will likely be combinations of several of the different classes

of medications that have different mechanisms of action. For example, combining drugs that prevent entry of virus into the cell with those that prevent viral replication and those that boost the host’s immune system will hopefully lead to viral cure. The medication pipeline for hepatitis B is exciting and I would hope that in the next decade we could add hepatitis B to the short list of viruses that we can cure with simple, non-toxic oral medications.

David Bernstein, MD, is chief of gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

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Learn The Basics To Create A Not-So-Basic Brunch Dish I firmly believe that in order to master any subject, you must first learn the basics. This is certainly true for cooking. Learn a few fundamentals and from there you can create all sorts of amazing concoctions and become a home chef extraordinaire.

What I love about this recipe is that it is comprised of a couple of basics—poached eggs and white sauce.

The white sauce has been jazzed up and transformed with a bit of tomato paste which turns it into a completely different sauce.

I believe that poached eggs are one of life’s most simple and sublime pleasures—there is just something about a perfectly set white surrounding a luscious runny yolk that just makes me swoon.

Here’s a couple tips for perfectly poached eggs: • Start with the best eggs you can get—cage-free pastured eggs are not only better for you but will give you the best poached egg.

• Use a wide deep skillet or Dutch oven to make your poached eggs; too shallow of a pan can give you trouble.

• Add a splash of white distilled vinegar to your water to help the white of the egg from separating too much.

• Crack the eggs into a small

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ramekin or bowl and then slide the egg into the simmering water.

• Remove the poached egg from the simmering water with a slotted spoon and transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels. You can trim the edges with a knife if you want really perfect looking eggs—shhh, this will be our little secret.

• Believe it or not, poached eggs can be made ahead of time. Simply undercook the eggs by about 30 seconds, slide them into a bowl of cold water and keep in the fridge. Just before serving, slip the eggs into simmering water to heat for about 30 seconds.

White sauce is such a basic recipe to learn, it can be the basis for so many other things such as cheese dip, spinach gratin, gravy—the list goes on and on. It is not hard to make, so versatile and so quick; there is just no good reason not to master this basic recipe.

Let’s put these basic recipes together, throw in some artichokes and ham, and create a lovely dish perfect for a springtime brunch. This recipe serves 2 but can easily be doubled or tripled.

Gluten-Free Artichoke, Ham and Egg Gratin Serves 2 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour or sweet rice flour 1 cup cold milk ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon tomato paste 4 artichoke heart bottoms 2 very thin slices ham 4 poached eggs 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese Melt the butter in a heavy skillet

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over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until all lumps are gone. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the milk all at once and whisk well, ensuring there are no lumps. Switch to a spoon and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Whisk in the salt and tomato paste. Cook for another minute.

Preheat the broiler to high.

Place the artichoke heart bottoms in a baking dish. Cut the ham into strips and place a quarter of the ham in each artichoke heart bottom. Top with a poached egg. Spoon the sauce over the eggs, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and broil for 2 to 3 minutes.

Serve immediately.

Carol Kicinski is a chef and the editor of www.simplygluten-free.com.

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SOUTH NASSAU SUPPORTS COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH.

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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and South Nassau Communities Hospital wants you to know that the third leading cause of cancer death among men and women in the U.S. is preventable, treatable and curable.

To help inform our community about colorectal cancer risks and symptoms as well as the benefits of screening, South Nassau will be hosting a free educational presentation on March 15.

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Understanding Colorectal Cancer and Prevention

PRESENTER Robert C. Amajoyi, MD Colon and Rectal Surgery Division of Surgical Oncology

DATE: Tuesday, March 15 TIME: Noon-1 p.m.

PLACE: South Nassau Conference

Center Room B, One Healthy Way, Oceanside REGISTER: sncancer.org

For more information about South Nassau’s cancer services, call 866-LI-CANCER or visit sncancer.org.

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