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CROSSFIT ANNIHILATION: BRINGING OUT THE BEST IN ATHLETES

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MYTHS & MISCONCEPTIONS

about Autism Spectum Disorder page 6

KATY HEALTHY LIVING is a publication of the Katy Times Newspaper

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The magazine has a print circulation of 6,300 and is inserted into the Katy Times newspaper. Additional copies are available at the office of the Katy Times at 5309 East Fifth Sreet in katy

WATER The hidden benefits of drinking water

BIOLOGIC MEDS What exactly are they?

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PUBLISHER Terry Schaub tschaub@katytimes.com MANAGING EDITOR Jimmy Galvan news@katytimes.com

OSTEOARTHRITIS Understanding, and preventing it

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Ranging in ages from 12 to 65 years old, there are three coaches that tend to the classes. “Our community which is a very tight community, enjoys playing extremely loud music,� Flowers said. “Every CrossFit gym is different, but we do more out doors stuff especially with the railroad tracks just down the road from us. But I think our community is just a little different, our culture I guess.�

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Flowers said. “The fundamentals are more on a one on one with a coach which long term will help them because if they know the fundamentals they will stay away from injuries. We also want them to be on the same page with us. It is better if they get the fundamentals which helps with overall training.�

The gym also offers basic nutrition guidance and counseling as well.

They also work with athletes who are rehabbing from an injury.

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THE HIDDEN BENEFITS OF WATER ehydration is a dangerous condition that can cause a host of complications and even prove fatal in severe cases. But as dangerous as dehydration can be, many cases are entirely preventable. The best way to prevent dehydration is to drink enough water. When the body does not take in as much water as it puts out, it can become dehydrated. People who live in warm climates or in elevated altitudes may lose more water than those who do not. In addition, water loss is accelerated during strenuous exercise, highlighting the emphasis men and women must place on drinking enough water during their workouts.

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• Water can improve the appearance of the skin. Skin that does not get enough ZDWHU FDQ WXUQ GU\ DQG à DN\ DQG IHHO WLJKW ,Q DGGLWLRQ GU\ VNLQ LV PRUH OLNHO\ WR ZULQNOH WKDQ DGHTXDWHO\ K\GUDWHG VNLQ *HWWLQJ ZDWHU WR WKH VNLQ FDQ EH WULFN\ DV the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health notes that water will reach all the other organs of the body before it reaches the skin.

But the school recommends applying a hydrating moisturizer within two minutes of leaving the bath or shower and drinking at least eight glasses of water a day to ensure the skin is getting enough water.

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MYTHS & MISCONCEPTIONS

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The organization Autism Speaks says that an estimated one out of 42 boys and one in 189 girls are diagnosed with autism in the United States. Autism is now diagnosed in roughly one out of every 68 children in Canada, and has become the fastest growing and most commonly diagnosed neurological disorder in that country.

ASD is estimated to affect tens of millions of people worldwide.

But even though ASD is widely recognized, studied and discussed, myths and misconceptions about the disorder continue to circulate.

Shedding light on how ASD can help caregivers, peers and anyone who routinely interacts with individuals who fall on the spectrum.

ASD is not a single disorder Although autism and ASD are often used interchangeably, these names GR QRW GHĂ€QH RQH VSHFLĂ€F GLVRUGHU $6' LV QRZ DQ XPEUHOOD WHUP that includes autism, Asperger syndrome, pervasive developmental disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and Rett syndrome, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder, 5th edition (DSM-5) revised in 2013. ASD is often perceived through FRPPXQLFDWLRQ GHĂ€FLWV WKDW FDQ LQFOXGH PLVLQWHUSUHWHG RU QRQYHUEDO interactions. Individuals also may have challenges in bonding/friendship development.

People with ASD can understand and express emotion Although communication troubles may be present, those with ASD can and do feel emotions. But they may not be able to express these emotions the same way as others do. Also, just because someone has ASD doesn’t mean he or she is unable to understand the emotions RI RWKHUV 5DWKHU WKH SHUVRQ PD\ QHHG ÀUP DQG GLUHFW LQGLFDWLRQV RI how another person is feeling to understand. Reading body language or tone of voice alone may be inadequate to someone with ASD. School-aged children can learn from this, recognizing that someone with ASD may want to have friends and socialize, but he or she may not know how to facilitate these engagements.

ASD does not produce carbon-copy symptoms Characteristics of ASD can vary widely from person to person. One person’s limitations may not be present in another.

Autism spectrum disorder is more prevalent than ever. However, despite the recognition of ASD, many people do not understand the nuances involved with a diagnosis.

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ASD is not just a children’s disease There is no cure for ASD, and symptoms may not be reversible, which means that autism is a lifelong condition. Children who are diagnosed will grow into young people and adults with autism. Many treatments and therapies are geared toward early intervention, but DGXOWV FDQ EHQHÀW IURP FRQWLQXHG ZRUN DV ZHOO $GXOWV ZLWK $6' FDQ be successful and live independent lives.

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HOW COMMON IS CARPAL TUNNEL? Increased hours spent on computer keyboards and digital devices can put people at risk for a relatively common and oftentimes painful condition that affects mobility in the wrist. Carpal tunnel syndrome, or CTS, can cause numbness, pain and tingling in the hand or arm as a result of one of the major nerves of the hand Ă‘ the median nerve Ă‘ being compressed in the wrist. The American College of Rheumatology says that CTS may be the most common nerve disorder experienced today, affecting between four and 10 million people in the United States alone. Middle-aged to older individuals are more likely to develop CTS than younger persons, and females are diagnosed three times more frequently than males.

What is the carpal tunnel?

The carpal tunnel is a passage that forms in the wrist on the palm side of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke says the carpal tunnel Eight small wrist bones form three sides of the tunnel. The width of the to the tissues inside of the carpal tunnel can shrink the space of the tunnel, median nerve that runs through this narrow area.

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When to see a doctor If pain and tingling are affecting activities and sleeping patterns, individuals should see their doctors.Various nonsurgical remedies and therapies may help. If left untreated, any condition that affects nerve function may lead to permanent nerve and muscle damage.

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What are biologic response PRGLĂ€HUV" Biologics are derived from animal products. First-generation biologic products included things like vaccines and blood components. However, a newer wave of biologic medicines has come to market over the last decade or so. These medications

are manufactured through biotechnology and are complex proteins, sugars, nucleic acids, or a combination of these substances that are created from living cells. Cells may include yeast, bacteria or a widely used cell called CHO, which originated from hamsters in China. The U.S. Food & Drug Administration says biologics are often at the forefront of biomedical research and are continually evolving.

Why biologics are different Unlike traditional medicines, which are largely made from chemical components that follow a strict recipe for manufacture, many biologics are complex mixtures that are not easily replicated. According to the resource Everyday Health, when ELRORJLFV DUH PDGH D VSHFLÀF gene is isolated and inserted into the host cell’s DNA, where it will become permanent. The cell follows the instructions

of the gene and how it was programmed and becomes D VSHFLĂ€FDOO\ IXQFWLRQLQJ FHOO This one reprogrammed cell is combined with others that have been made the same way.

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According to the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, because biologics target the immune system, there is a risk for serious infection or disease.

Biologic medicines continue to evolve and can be used to treat a variety of medical conditions for which no other treatments are available or effective.

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UNDERSTANDING, PREVENTING & MANAGING

Osteoarthritis he most common chronic condition of the joints in both the United States and Canada, osteoarthritis affects roughly 30 million people in just those two countries alone.

While osteoarthritis, or OA, can affect people of all ages, it’s most common in men and women over the age of 65. Understanding osteoarthritis and how to prevent and manage the disease can help men and women over the age of 50 reduce their risk and live more comfortably even if they develop OA.

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and appropriately may be able to prevent the onset of OA. Appropriate H[HUFLVHV LQFOXGH VWUHQJWK WUDLQLQJ WKDW IRFXVHV RQ EXLOGLQJ PXVFOHV around the joints, even if those joints are already affected by OA. Strong muscles around the joints can reduce the pain associated with OA, ZKLOH UDQJH RI PRWLRQ H[HUFLVHV FDQ LPSURYH Ă H[LELOLW\ RI WKH MRLQWV DQG UHGXFH VWLIIQHVV $HURELF H[HUFLVH DOVR KHOSV PHQ DQG ZRPHQ PDLQWDLQ healthy weights while facilitating weight loss for those who are already overweight.

What is osteoarthritis?

According to the Arthritis Foundation, healthy joints are covered E\ FDUWLODJH D Ă H[LEOH FRQQHFWLYH WLVVXH WKDW FRYHUV WKH HQG RI HDFK bone. Cartilage facilitates motion of the joints and serves as a cushion between the bones. When a person has OA, cartilage breaks down, causing swelling and pain and affecting the mobility of the joint. Over time, OA can worsen and cause bones to break down and develop bone spurs, which form when bones meet each other in the joints. OA can even advance to a point where cartilage wears away and bone rubs against bone, creating even more pain while damaging the joints even further.

What causes osteoarthritis?

Once considered a byproduct of the wear and tear the human body naturally endures over a lifetime, OA is now viewed as a disease, notes the AF. The following are some potential causes of OA.

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• Injury: Men and women who have suffered injuries to their joints may be at greater risk of developing OA than those with no such injury history. • Overuse: Overuse of joints, tendons and ligaments can accelerate the breakdown of cartilage and increase a person’s risk of developing 2$ &DUWLODJH DOVR FDQ EUHDN GRZQ PRUH TXLFNO\ LQ WKH ERGLHV RI DWKOHWHV DQG SHRSOH ZKRVH FDUHHUV UHTXLUH WKHP WR VWDQG IRU H[WHQGHG SHULRGV RI WLPH EHQG RYHU IUHTXHQWO\ DQG RU OLIW KHDY\ LWHPV • Preexisting conditions: Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, hemochromatosis and acromegaly may also contribute to the development of OA among people diagnosed with such disorders.

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