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Always my favorite time of year, the holidays are once again upon us. Family and tradition take first place and as a publisher and mom, I have to “work” to make this as non-stressful a time as possible. Juggling work and home is a challenge and when you add holiday shopping, cooking, cleaning, decorating, wrapping and celebrating, I’m on overtime, and it can be quite exhausting, taking the “joy” OUT of the season. Read how to successfully manage holiday stress for tips on keeping it all together and our article “Fight Less, Love More” based on the book by Laurie Puhn, JD. We have included gift giving ideas on our giveaway page and holiday gifts from your kitchen that are fun, festive and flavorful. Natalie Weinstein gives us her decorating tips for the season. Going forward, each issue of Generations Magazine will focus on a different department. Our focus this issue is on YOUR HEALTH. Generations wants to help you in your effort to live a healthy life. We have included information on a variety of topics that affect many of us: fitness, heart health, oral health, varicose vein treatments, allergic disease, and nutrition to maintain healthy hair. Our other departments include beauty - read how to brighten your smile and also learn about fat transfer for a permanent fill solution. Lifestyle talks about dating after 50, and in money, read about planning for the high cost of long term care. Our January issue will focus on finance. So look for us in CVS, Waldbaums, Pathmark and your doctor’s office. Let us know if you would like Generations Magazine delivered to your store or office. Enjoy this edition of Generations and have a happy, healthy holiday season!
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urrently fat transfer is all the buzz, from plumping up sagging faces to rejuvenating breasts. As with any procedure or new device, fat transfer has its own history, along with its shortcomings and advantages. In the 1980s, liposuction became a widely available technique for the harvesting of adipose tissue (fat). With the advent of liposuction came the ability of a physician to take out unwanted fat and transplant it to another area on a patient’s body. Patients would now have the choice of using their own fat to rejuvenate their face or give their buttocks a lift. One of the advantages to this “new” technique was that the transplanted fat came from the patient’s own body and wouldn’t be rejected. Now you would have a technique that would be natural and long lasting. Because fat transfer lasts for years, it offers a real advantage over Botox Cosmetic™ and dermal fillers like Radiesse™ and Juvederm™. Dermal fillers are metabolized and absorbed by the body over months and can become quite expensive over the course of treatment. In addition, patients who need large volume filling may require so much filler that the price outweighs the results. In my experience, older patients who need extensive filling never get the correct filling they need or are looking for. With fat transfer you are only limited by the amount of fat a patient has stored on their body. Transplanted fat can be used to fill aging hands, fill wrinkled faces, lips, under eyes, or to create a more curvaceous buttocks and enlarge breasts. Fat transfer is performed by using a liposuction technique to harvest the fat and then it is prepared for transfer. The fat is prepared by isolating the “best” fat that will have long term survival. The physician generally injects greater than 30% of the intended volume because not all of the transplanted fat will survive. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia with light sedation. The patient is given antibiotics prior to the procedure. Immediately after the procedure the patient will be swollen and may have mild to moderate bruising. Of course no procedure is without risks. The risks of bleeding, hematoma (a pool of blood under the skin), infection, nerve damage or wound dehiscence (when a wound opens) can all happen. Most complications are well managed without long term complications.
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aricose veins appear as dilated or bulging leg veins while spider veins are visible on the surface in red or purple configurations. People often seek treatment for varicose and spider veins because they are unsightly. These abnormal veins can also cause multiple symptoms including pain, throbbing, burning, swelling, fatigue, phlebitis, discoloration and ulceration. The management of varicose veins has been revolutionized since the development of a special procedure called Endovenous Laser Treatment (EVLT®). This technique has become the state-of-the-art varicose vein treatment, eliminating the need for traditional surgery. The procedure involves sealing the main abnormal vein by passing a thin laser fiber through a small puncture wound in the skin. It is performed in the office under local anesthesia and it takes less than an hour. Due to the ease of this method there is no age limit and it is also covered by most insurances. The Laser Ablation is usually combined with a procedure called Phlebectomy. This involves removing the bulging varicose veins through small puncture sites with the use of special micro-hooks. Sometimes it is done as a separate procedure. The technique used to treat spider veins is called injection Sclerotherapy. It requires injecting a special solution into the veins using tiny needles. Depending on the extent of the problem multiple treatment sessions may be needed. Some veins resolve quickly and some fade away gradually. After people undergo either EVLT® or Sclerotherapy they can return to normal activity right away. Both methods have been proven to be very safe and highly effective. Most people experience improvement or resolution of their associated symptoms and they are very pleased with the cosmetic result. If you have problem varicose or spider veins you should consult a vascular surgeon specializing in venous disorders. After examining you and performing a Venous Doppler (ultrasound) Study the vascular surgeon will be able to determine if you are a candidate for EVLT® and Sclerotherapy. Eli Anker, MD, FACS | Vascular Surgeon
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ccording to scientific studies, there are important benefits to exercising at least an hour every day. Many people don’t exercise because they don’t have the time. When you consider the time it takes to drive to the gym, change into gym clothes, work out, shower, change back into street clothes, & drive back to home or office, that can really add up to 2 hours or more. “Because schedules Because schedules don’t always allow for a trip to the gym, it’s necessary to don’t always allow change perception of what we normally think of as exercise. So let’s take exercise for a trip to the gym, out of the gym, and make it part of our everyday life. it’s necessary to Exercise is cumulative. It all adds up at the end of the day, and as long as it’s change perception of something that gets your body moving, it counts. Park your vehicle further away what we normally from your destination. Take walking breaks, and when possible, choose the think of as exercise. stairs instead of an elevator or escalator. of just straightening the knee. Side leg That may be advice you’ve heard, so it’s lifts are another option, holding on to a So let’s take exercise time to think out of the box a little. wall or chair for support. Use the stairs to exercise. At the Push-ups can be performed against out of the gym, and bottom step, step up with left foot, a wall, and varying hand position from putting your weight onto the left leg, and wide to narrow will change difficulty, and make it part of our bring right foot onto step. Step back muscles targeted. Make sure arms are down to landing, then alternate starting level with the shoulders, and keep the everyday life.” with the right foot. Lengthen the leg, pace slow to keep the muscles engaged without locking out the knee. Consider longer. Next time you are pushing a cart that a mini step class, and continue to in the supermarket, do lunges as you walk, walk up the stairs. Another exercise is, as you are pulling in abdominals as you push. Keeping your walking up the steps, gently straighten the leg behind abdominals engaged protects the spine. Remember to you as climb up (little leg lifts). Make sure that you hold breathe normally during the exercise, and always check on to the railing as you walk up, for balance. with your doctor before starting an exercise program, When on the telephone, don’t sit down. Stand up, especially if you have pain or an injury. and do a wall sit while you’re talking. Stand with back Exercise not only boosts immunity, it lowers stress against wall, walk legs forward, slide down, hold for levels, and increases energy. Finding time to exercise whatever time you can. With time, you'll be able to hold can be a challenge, but sometimes all it takes is a little it longer. Stay straight and keeping your head in line imagination. with your spine, gently hold abdominals in, keep knees For further information contact: Tami Racaniello, CPT-CHFI, at right angle, and thighs parallel to floor. As you Health Empowerment Coach & Fitness Expert at straighten legs to come up, think of pushing the floor www.itstimetogetfit.com or call 631-793-1945. away from you to really engage the leg muscles, instead 10 | To advertise in Generations Magazine, please call 631.473.0388
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other dentists. I make new, customfitted dentures for my patients and explain to them that if the new dentures don't fit and function well, we can then add implants. My experience is that the denture patient does very well with the new dentures and often decides not to add the implants. Implants are always an option but they don’t have to be the first option. I believe that patients like these can be well served with well-fitting dentures.
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hat dental question do I get asked the most? You guessed it teeth whitening. Everyone wants whiter teeth! It's great to have sparkling white teeth but with so many options - how do you choose? Over-thecounter white strips? The mall kiosk? In-office Zoom or BriteSmile? At-home professional whitening? How much lighter will your teeth get? How long will the whitening last? Will it damage the teeth? Will it cause sensitivity? First, let me say that you need to begin with a professional dental exam. The teeth need to be free of plaque, stain, and calculus and free of cavities or dark fillings. Also the teeth need to be examined for crowns, veneers or composite fillings - all of which will not bleach. You should also be free of gum disease, and you need to avoid smoking and acidic foods. All of this is why I don't favor white strips (because one size doesn't fit all) or the whitening kiosk - because the personnel are not dentists or hygienists.
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Professional tooth-whitening options include inoffice bleaching or at-home bleaching. For the in-office bleaching, the dentist first applies a protective gel or a rubber shield to protect your gums. The bleach is then applied to the teeth, and a special light is used to facilitate the whitening agent. The procedure takes about an hour, and at-home trays are supplied in order to enhance the procedure. For the at-home professional teeth whitening procedure, the dentist takes an impression of the teeth, which is used to make a model on which custom bleaching trays are fabricated. At home, the patient applies the bleaching gel to the trays, which are worn about 8 hours a day for 7-10 days. The patient is in control so if the teeth whiten enough in fewer days, he/she can stop the treatment. Patients keep the trays and the gel so if their teeth darken a year later, they can reapply the bleach. You may want to speak to your dentist about side effects such as sensitive teeth and soft tissue irritation either from a tray that doesn't fit properly or from solution that may come in contact with the tissues. Dr. Shapiro is located at 20 Old Post Rd., E. Setauket. She can be reached at (631) 751-4433 or visit www.DrTerryShapiro.com. www.generationsmagazine.com | 11
Healthy Hair
You Are What You Eat
The beauty of our hair is a direct manifestation of our internal health. How and what we eat determines the health of our hair. Following is a list of nutrients and the foods you can choose to ensure you get enough for the health of both your body and your hair.
Protein Protein is the building block of hair. Hair is 88% protein. Protein will give the shaft of your hair more strength. Sources: salmon, poultry, eggs
Vitamin B The B vitamins are necessary for healthy hair. Lack of B vitamins can lead to oily hair conditions. Sources: green vegetables, beans, sunflower seeds, nuts and peas
Water
Vitamin C Vitamin C strengthens the immune system, and assists in metabolizing B vitamins and amino acids into the body. Lack of vitamin C can cause dry hair. Sources: oranges, lemons, limes, melons, berries, red peppers, kale, cauliflower, tomatoes and cucumbers
Vitamin A A lack of Vitamin A can lead to dry hair. Sources: carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, broccoli, cantaloupe or apricot.
Iron Iron is needed to help carry oxygen to the hair. Sources: eggs, fish, liver, oysters, meat, poultry, whole grains, green leafy vegetables and blackstrap molasses
Water makes up one-fourth of the weight of a strand of hair. Eight to ten glasses of water a day are absolutely necessary to nourish healthy hair.
Essential Fats Healthy hair also needs two essential fatty acids, omega3 and omega-6, that are not produced naturally by the human body. Omega-3 fat sources: flax oil, algae, cold-water fish, darkgreen vegetables, hemp oil and pumpkin seed oil Omega-6 fat sources: borage, evening primrose oil, safflower oil, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, corn and pumpkin seeds. Choose the right foods, such as the ones listed here, and you’ll have beautiful hair to complement your healthy body.
Copper Copper is needed for hair structure and is involved in the pigmentation of hair. Sources: milk, bread and green vegetables
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Holiday Makeup G by Carmella Cella
lamour... sparkle... color... and... glitter ! That is the stuff Holiday make up is made of, at any age. So, don’t be afraid to sparkle and shine. The base for any make up look, of course, is your skin. Colder weather brings drier skin and a paler color. Be sure to moisturize! During the holiday season, for those special party looks, try a tinted moisturizer with a bit of shimmer, or add a pinch of glitter to your liquid foundation. A fine, loose glitter is best. It may sound intimidating, but when blended well and applied sparingly, it gives your skin a beautiful glow, perfect for a holiday party. Nothing says glamour like a smoky, sultry eye. For this eye look, apply eyeliner on top and bottom lash lines, and smudge with a sponge-tip applicator or the corner edge of a make up wedge. Give a little smudge upward at the outer corner of the eye. Shimmer eye shadows are great at softening the eye and a good choice for women over 40. You can use a shimmery shadow on the lid and just under the eye bone. Make sure the shadow has a light shimmer or iridescence, not a frost. The heavy, frosty eye shadow look is outdated, and too aging. Combine this eye look with a nude, natural lip color. A gloss, perhaps with a hint of gold for the holidays, can be very sexy on the lips. A nice shimmery blush adds a holiday sparkle to your look. Another sexy look is a natural, muted eye with a redder lip. What better lipstick color for the holidays than red? Use a neutral shimmer eye shadow. This works best with less of an eyeliner look. Taupes, cocoas, even bronze eye shadows are perfect. Dark mascara frames the eye and works well with the neutral eye shadow colors. Choose a nice red lipstick that matches your skin tone. Make sure the red is not too deep or heavy or too 14 | To advertise in Generations Magazine, please call 631.473.0388
orangey for your coloring. A too-dark or heavy red can appear clownish. A nice shimmery blush in your shade of pink, rose or peach completes this look. NEVER use a heavy eye AND a heavy red lip together. Combining these can lead to a masquerade look, and is very aging. Choose either the smoky eye/nude lip look, or the neutral eye/red lip look - one or the other! A little touch of gold always adds to the holidays. There are numerous products out there for eyes, lips and cheeks which add just a hint of gold to your look. There are lipsticks and glosses with gold flecks, blushes, foundations and tinted moisturizers with a gold shimmer, and of course, eye shadows with a light touch of gold iridescence. If you choose not to buy all new products for a holiday look, try glittering up what you have with a little loose, gold glitter or a gold shimmer cream. Make sure it is very fine and use it sparingly. You can also add a little to any powder eye shadow. A light dab across the lips or into the lip gloss sparkles up any pout. If you do use a little shimmer in your face, remember to bring it down to the neck, shoulder and chest areas. When wearing a low cut, off the shoulder or even strapless party dress for that fancy New Year’s Eve party, remember to apply some shimmer to your skin. Use a shimmer powder with a brush, or apply the bronzing moisturizer. Remember, you can shine at any age! Enjoy the holidays and be beautiful, because we are fantastic at forty... fabulous at fifty... sensational at sixty... you get the idea!
What Is That Annoying Sound In My Ear? I
t is estimated that fifty million Americans suffer from tinnitus, often described as an annoying ringing, buzzing, humming, roaring or hissing in the ear. The term tinnitus does not refer to a single disorder, but a collection of symptoms that may have a number of different causes. For many people, tinnitus is a mild, occasional annoyance and may be temporary. However for people with chronic tinnitus, it can be debilitating. It can affect a person’s work, family and social life. It can interfere with sleep, make it difficult to concentrate or to relax, increase sensitivity to loud sounds and can lead to anxiety and depression. Tinnitus can be caused by a variety of factors but many times it is related to hearing loss. The widely accepted Neurological Basis Theory of Tinnitus states that the tinnitus signal is perceived by the brain in an area which attaches a negative emotional response to it. This in turn can cause a physiological response, such as anxiety and stress, which in turn can worsen the tinnitus. The good news is that we no longer have to accept the advice “You’ll just have to live with it.” There are a number of treatment plans that can help with the disturbance caused by tinnitus. Some have been proven to reduce the disturbing effects of tinnitus in 90% of those treated. Sometimes just getting information and counseling is enough to help. But step number one is to consult with a physician to rule out the rare serious causes of tinnitus. A hearing evaluation will be essential, even though you do NOT need to have hearing loss to have tinnitus. Following a complete Tinnitus Evaluation, an individualized and comprehensive plan to help reduce the disturbance level of your tinnitus is discussed. For further information, please contact Smithtown Hearing Services at (631) 265-3727 or Sayville Hearing Services at (631) 750-6377.
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Your Oral Health Most people know that it is important to see their dentist twice a year to get their teeth cleaned and check for cavities and gum disease. But it is just as important for your dentist to do an oral cancer screen. Unfortunately, there are about 36,000 new cases of oral cancer diagnosed each year. And as is the case with most cancers, early detection is very important, yielding an 80 to 90 per cent survival rate. Tobacco use is still the most common cause, especially when mixed with alcohol use. However, human papilloma virus (HPV – the cause of cervical cancer in women) has been increasingly found to be a causative factor. In between visits to your dentist, it is important for you to look for changes in your mouth. You should take note of any growths, ulcerations (open sores) or
discoloration of the gums, the inside of the cheek, the tongue, the floor of the mouth (under the tongue) or the roof of the mouth. While the vast majority of changes in the mouth are benign (not cancer), it is often necessary to perform a biopsy to know for sure. And sometimes growths may need to be removed because they interfere with normal eating, are painful because they get bitten or, simply put, “ugly.” As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. David Miller is specifically trained in diagnosing and treating these types of problems. If you, or your dentist, notice anything suspicious in your mouth, you should be seen for a consultation. Dr. Miller will perform a thorough oral exam and discuss whether or not any treatment is necessary. If a biopsy needs to be performed, it can be done using local anesthesia (“Novocain”) and usually takes only a few minutes. These procedures are covered by your medical insurance; Dr. Miller participates in many medical insurance plans, including Medicare. For more information about oral cancer – risk factors, signs and symptoms, early detection – you can visit the Oral Cancer Foundation’s award winning website at www.oralcancerfoundation.org.
DR. DAVID MILLER is located at 160 Commack Road, Commack, NY. Other services provided by Dr. Miller include tooth extractions and dental implants. Please call Dr. Miller at (631) 499-7266 or visit www.DavidMillerDDS.com for more information.
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Preventing
Heart Failure
Getting to the Heart of the Matter What is Heart Failure?
Heart Failure, also called Congestive Heart Failure, CHF, is a condition in which the heart can no longer pump enough blood to the rest of the body. It can result from either a reduced ability of the heart muscle to contract or from a mechanical problem that limits the ability of the chambers to fill with blood. When weakened, the heart is unable to keep up with the demands placed upon it; blood returns to the heart faster than it can be pumped out so that it gets backed up or congested. CHF occurs most frequently in those over age 60 and is the leading cause of hospitalization and death. In over 50 percent of cases, sudden death occurs due to a cardiac arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat. Although many conditions that lead to heart failure cannot be reversed, the good news is that heart failure can often be treated, with your help.
How can you manage your Heart’s condition: First, know the symptoms. • Shortness of breath with activity, or after lying down • Cough • Ankle, feet swelling • Swelling of the abdomen • Weight gain • Irregular, rapid pulse • Palpitations • Difficulty sleeping • Fatigue, weakness, faintness • Decreased alertness, concentration • Decreased urine production • Nausea, vomiting • Need to urinate at night
• Increased swelling in feet, legs, abdomen • Blue or grey lips • Sweating • Changes in urination • Other changes you cannot explain
Take Care of Your Medications: Medications can improve the symptoms of heart failure. Heart Failure medications improve the functioning of your heart because they: • Help to make your heart pump stronger • Control heart rhythm • Relax blood vessels • Control fluid • Slow progression of the disease Take Care of Your Lifestyle: Exercising, reducing salt in your diet, managing stress, treating depression, and losing excess weight, can help. • Exercise: The amount of exercise you can do will depend on the degree of your heart failure. Talk with your doctor. • Diet: Your doctor may recommend that you limit the amount of fat and sodium (salt) in your diet. Sodium makes the body hold water, and can cause fluid to build up within your body causing stress on your heart and lungs. Symptoms include: shortness of breath, swelling of lower legs and feet, and /or an increase in body weight.
How? Take care of your heart by the way you treat the rest of your body
We agree with the Mayo Clinic in its report: The best way to prevent heart failure is to control risk factors and conditions that cause heart failure, such as coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or obesity. At Assisted Living at Home, we care about your heart and your health for the long run. Developing a personal management plan with your doctor is the prudent thing to do before heart failure progresses to an irreversible state.
Take Care of Your Weight: Weigh yourself, record it every day. Contact your doctor if you notice any changes including:
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Be realistic. The holidays don’t have to be perfect or just like last year. As families change and grow, traditions and rituals often change as well. Choose a few to hold on to, and be open to creating new ones. For example, if your adult children can’t come to your house, find new ways to celebrate together, such as sharing pictures, emails or videotapes.
Plan ahead. Set aside specific days for shopping, baking, visiting friends and other activities. Plan your menus and then make your shopping list. That’ll help prevent last-minute scrambling to buy forgotten ingredients. And make sure to line up help for party prep and cleanup.
Stick to a budget. Many of us feel pressure during the holidays to spend beyond our means and without regard for our actual income. We also may lose track of expenses by counting “the number” of gifts we give rather than watching the totals we are cumulatively spending. Before you go gift and food shopping, decide how much money you can afford to spend. Then stick to your budget. Don’t try to buy happiness with an avalanche of gifts.
Learn to say no. Saying yes when you should say no can leave you feeling resentful and overwhelmed. Friends and colleagues will understand if you can’t participate in every project or activity. If it’s not possible to say no when your boss asks you to work overtime, try to remove something else from your agenda to make up for the lost time.
Don’t abandon healthy habits. Even die-hard holiday enthusiasts may find that the extra shopping and socializing can leave them wiped out. Being exhausted and overindulging increases your stress, creating a vicious cycle. Don’t let the holidays become a free-for-all. Have a healthy snack before holiday parties so that you don’t go overboard on sweets, cheese or drinks. Continue to get plenty of sleep and physical activity.
If your family is having problems, don’t try to patch them up now. Resist the temptation to patch up long-standing family problems. This is not the time of year to do that. It’s an emotionally charged time. People put a lot of importance on holiday celebrations. It’s easier to patch things up when things are less stressful.
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Your Home
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Transform your home with the right holiday decor By Natalie Weinstein EDITOR’S NOTE: Natalie Weinstein is president of Natalie Weinstein Design Associates and the Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating Club with over 15,000 members on Long Island. If you have a design question or would like to become a member, visit www.nataliesclub.com, call 631.862.6198, or e-mail nataliesclub@aol.com. Hear "Design Tips by Natalie" on WALK 97.5 FM, "Home Show" on WALK 1370 AM, Sundays from 10-11 am and podcast 24/7 on walkradio.com, keyword Natalie.
he holidays are fast approaching and you want your home to look its company best. So what to do, if time is running out and your major decorating projects are still undone? For one thing, do not attempt to begin a design project that may leave you in a disrupted or incomplete state. It’s better to put off a kitchen renovation or a whole house paint job until after the holiday season. Instead, devote yourself to a major clean-up project. Start with the entry foyer and move into the living room, dining room and powder room areas. Throw out what is worn, put away articles that make your rooms look overly cluttered and donate what you don’t use anymore. A restful, orderly room can now be punched up and have a new look with simple additions such as area rugs, throw pillows, new curtains and some interesting art. Basic repairs should be a priority (leaky faucets, toilets that don’t work properly, etc.) Good lighting is also important. Make sure all lamps and fixtures do not have blown out bulbs. See to it that your front porch is well lit and free of leaves or ice so that no one is in danger of falling. Holiday decorations can usually transform a room into something special all by themselves. More may not be better. Proper showcasing can make inexpensive objects look grand and beautiful. Try to group holiday accessories as you might any other collectible. For example, your existing bookshelves may be the perfect place to display a whole Christmas village collection rather than on an additional table brought in taking up needed space. Focus on staircases with decorative garlands and plants. Fireplaces can also be wonderfully dressed for the season with mantle covers, candles and stockings. Most of all, place your tree in an area leaving enough space for presents and people opening them! Think about rearranging the furniture just a bit for maximum use and effect.
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his is a question I get asked quite often, especially now with the holidays approaching. Most people think a single man over 50 meets tons of women and has his pick of any woman he wants. Are men over 50 in demand? Yes. Can men over 50 find women to go out with? Yes! But they still need to know answers to the following questions. Is this the woman they would like to date? Are they compatible with one another? Do they have chemistry? Just like women, men don’t know these answers until approximately six months of dating each other. Men actually have the same roadblocks as women when they try to find the right person. Using a Matchmaker typically just makes the man’s life much easier, and it also gives him the advantage of finding a woman of a much higher quality than he can ever do on his own. Just ask Earle Jensen of Levittown, New York. He was happily married to Margaret Jensen for 50 years, before she unfortunately passed away. For five years after losing her, he had every woman under the sun throwing themselves at him. He didn’t feel comfortable with that feeling. Holidays were the worst feeling in the world for Earle. He has six
terrific children that he spends time with, but he explained to me that it’s just not the same. On one occasion, he was out with his daughter at a restaurant and a woman approached him and smiled. Feeling uncomfortable, he simply said, “It’s a nice day out today.” She responded by saying, “it is now.” The following week he came into my Matchmaking Service. For most men over 50, they know what they want in a woman, but don’t know how to find it. Also, being over 50, they do not want to settle. Their hope is to share the rest of their lives with a partner who is compatible with them, and who they are attractive to. That is my job at Maureen Tara Nelson, Private Matchmaking, Inc. It took me three matches to find Earle Jensen the right woman. “The first two matches were lovely women, but I just knew we didn’t have the chemistry that I needed for the long haul. I knew I would never be able to replace my beautiful wife Margaret, since she was perfection, but I was open to finding someone almost as perfect. My third match fit that bill,” said Earle. “I could never have found her on my own, Maureen,” says Earle, “and we both thank you every day of the seven years that we have been together.” Maureen Tara Nelson has been a Private Matchmaker for over 10 years with over 1,000 success stories For a complimentary appointment, please call 1-888-31-62824 (match). Mention you saw this article and receive 20% off any of our programs at Maureen Tara Nelson, Private Matchmaking. The time is now to find the right person for the holidays! www.generationsmagazine.com | 27
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Q. Your book includes over a dozen 5-minute conversations we should use to confront relationship obstacles, but what are some of the simple things we can do in even less time to improve our relationships?
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intimacy alive. Not only did they take each other for granted, they also suffered from repetitive bad fights that left lingering resentment and anger. Research shows that among married couples, 2/3 of fights are left unresolved, leading to the recycling of arguments. My discovery about the cause of relationship dissatisfaction was exciting because it meant that if I helped empower people with better verbal skills, they could single-handedly improve their relationship in one day.
Here are 5 key phrases you can use today to create an instant positive change in your relationship.
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Key phrase #1: “You are such a generous person” Many people compliment the superficial things in others: “You look great in that dress” or “I love your new haircut.” External compliments are nice, but research shows that people prefer compliments for internal character traits such: “You’re such a kind, helpful or thoughtful person.” In the on-line survey we did for my new book Fight Less, Love More, we found that 84% of people want their mate to compliment them for being kind rather than good-looking.
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Key phrase #2: “I never thought of it that way” Want to put a smile on your mate’s face? That’s simple: After your mate has explained his/her viewpoint on anything from a current event to your child’s behavior, ponder the comment and say, “I never thought of it that way.” It’s the respectful way to say that their opinion matters to you (even if you don’t agree with him or her). Once someone senses that you respect their ideas, they are more likely to listen to and respect yours.
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Key phrase #3: “Good night” In our on-line study we found that 25% of the couples surveyed don’t bother to say “good night” to their partner. Fact: Of those who forget to say goodnight, 70% thought about ending the relationship in the last year. If you and your mate aren’t going to sleep at the same time, make it a habit to find your partner before you retire and say two caring words: “good night”. And why not add on “I love you”?
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Key phrase #4: “Thank you for ____” Each day find something to thank your mate for. If you have trouble finding something, ask yourself, “what did he/she do today that I didn’t have to do?” Answers could be: take out the garbage, help your child with homework, pick up a pizza, etc. When your mate does something you expect him/her to do, it’s still worthy of appreciation.
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Key phrase #5: “How did it go?” A little bit of remembering shows a lot of love. If you know your mate has an important meeting, doctor appointment, etc., be sure to follow up with your partner. Call, email or text, “how did it go?” This sends a clear message: I care about you. The values we hold dear to us: respect, appreciation, compassion, loyalty and companionship are fostered or destroyed every day by our word choices and actions. If you use these 5 key phrases you’ll see an instant smile from your mate, a tender response or reciprocated appreciation. Use more of the 5-minute conversations found in my new book Fight Less, Love More and you can expect to get the love you want, from the partner you have, for a lifetime!
Q. What are the most common health related side effects you see in a troubled relationship? My clients in troubled relationships often have difficulty concentrating; they are more forgetful and just seem edgier with everyone. It’s as if they are always on their “last straw.” Research shows that women who give in a lot during fights with their spouse, meaning they reported “keeping their mouths shut,” had 4x the risk of dying from heart disease over a 10year follow up study. Also, couples in conflict-ridden marriages take longer than the happily married to heal from all kinds of wounds. Basically, if you give in or blow up, your health suffers. The only other option for living and loving well is to learn how to have a good fight in which you express yourself and reach a compromise solution together.
Q: How do you have a good fight? I recommend using the 5-minute anticonflict conversation. First, you sit down as soon as tensions start to boil (ask your spouse to sit down too), then play detective by asking neutral questions like “What happened?” and “You seem really angry. Can you tell me what’s going on?” Listen to and then summarize the answers. Next, you can share your own thoughts about what happened. The key insight here is to recognize that there are two sides to the story, and you can’t change that. While you might believe your mate was being hurtful when he did that thing, he could think he was being helpful. I beg you not to get stuck in the bad fight argument about who is right. Instead, just say, “we both see the situation differently, but that shouldn’t stop us from coming up with a solution.” Finally, brainstorm solutions together. Discard your solution and your mate’s solution. The only one that will work, and last, is one you create together. I call that the “third option.”
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detected by patch testing on the back. Avoidance of implicated products containing these chemicals can avert symptoms. A drug class called ACE inhibitors used for high blood pressure, heart disease, and kidney disease may cause postnasal drip, coughing, and rarely, life-threatening throat closure. Recognizing this as the culprit and stopping the drug is important. Our research team is patenting a drug and currently partnering with a pharmaceutical team to use a designer drug to reverse the swelling by targeting the chemical cause of ACE inhibitor angioedema. For more information, you may contact Dr. Szema and his allergy, asthma, and immunology team at 631-751-6262. This number is also a national referral center for soldiers exposed to inhalational lung injury in Iraq and Afghanistan (“Burn Pit Exposure”). Dr. Anthony M. Szema is assistant professor of medicine and surgery at SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine and maintains a private practice in Stony Brook with his colleague, Dr. Diane Cymerman.
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from the Kitchen When it comes to giving gifts, nothings says “special” more than something homemade. All dressed up in pretty packaging, these homemade food gifts are certain to deliver holiday cheer.
Chocolate Dipped Spoons
Chocolate Dipped Pretzels
These chocolate covered spoons make an excellent accompaniment for hot chocolate, coffee or tea. Wrap the spoons in cellophane packages with gold curling ribbon, pair them with coffee beans or cocoa in a festive container and you have a thoughtful gift.
These pretzels are super easy to whip up to give as a gift. Dip them a day ahead, and pack them in a box lined with waxed tissue paper. Don’t forget to add a note, or simply remind your friends that pretzels are best eaten within a week — if they’re even around that long!
Ingredients Q 6 ounces semisweet chocolate pieces Q 20 to 24 plastic spoons Q 6 ounces white baking bar
Ingredients Q 8 ounce(s) milk chocolate, broken into pieces Q 27 (8-inch long) pretzel rods Q Flaked coconut and/or green, red, and white sprinkles (for topping)
Directions 1. In a heavy saucepan heat semisweet chocolate pieces over low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate begins to melt. Immediately remove from heat; stir until smooth. Dip half of the spoons into chocolate, tapping handle of each spoon against side of pan to remove excess chocolate. Place spoons on waxed paper; refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow chocolate to set up. 2. In a heavy saucepan heat white baking bar over low heat, stirring constantly until baking bar begins to melt. Immediately remove from heat; stir until smooth. Dip remaining spoons into the melted baking bar. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set up. 3. Place the remaining melted white baking bar in a small, self-sealing heavy plastic bag. Using scissors, make a small opening at one bottom corner of the bag; drizzle one or both sides of the chocolate-coated spoons with the melted white baking bar. Drizzle remaining melted bittersweet chocolate on white baking bar-coated spoons. 4. Refrigerate spoons for 30 minutes to allow chocolate to set up. Wrap each spoon separately and store in cool, dry place for 2 to 3 weeks. Makes 20 to 24 chocolate-covered spoons. 32 | To advertise in Generations Magazine, please call 631.473.0388
Directions 1. Place chocolate in microwave-safe measuring cup or mug. Heat, covered with waxed paper, in microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is almost melted, stirring occasionally until smooth. 2. Meanwhile, place each topping choice on separate sheet of waxed paper or on individual plates. 3. Holding 1 pretzel rod at a time, dip in melted chocolate, tipping cup to cover about half of rod with chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off pretzel back into cup. Immediately sprinkle coated pretzel with choice of topping. Carefully place coated pretzel rod in pie plate or shallow bowl, leaning uncoated portion on edge. 4. Repeat with remaining pretzels (try to keep pretzels from touching one another in pie plate), and refrigerate about 20 minutes to set coating. Store pretzels in tightly sealed container, with waxed paper between layers, at room temperature up to 1 week.
Chilled PineappleCranberry Relish
Toasted Almond and Cherry Chocolate Bark
Jarred relishes are the gift that keeps on giving: your giftee can use this sweet topping on meat dishes, toast, or sandwiches Makes about 4 cups
Yields: 1 1/2 pounds
Ingredients Q 2 tbsp. grated fresh ginger Q 16 oz. cranberries (fresh or frozen) Q 1 cup fresh orange juice Q 2/3 cup sugar Q 1/2 cup apricot preserves Q 2 small Granny Smith apples— peeled, cored, and cut Q 1/2 pound chopped fresh pineapple (1 1/4 cups) Directions 1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the ginger and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in the cranberries, orange juice, sugar, and preserves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens, 15 to 20 minutes. 2. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the apples and pineapple. Let cool to room temperature. 3. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover with plastic, and refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.
White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Mix in a Jar Put this mix in a pretty jar, tie with a ribbon, and give as a gift for Christmas or Hanukkah. For a more elaborate gift, add a cookie sheet, some pot holders, and a kitchen time in a pretty basket. And don’t forget the instructions! Ingredients: Q 1 tsp. baking powder Q 1/4 tsp. salt Q 1/2 cup crispy rice cereal
Q 1 cup vanilla milk chips Q 1/2 cup oatmeal Q 1/2 cup brown sugar Q 1/2 cup sugar
Preparation: Combine flour, baking powder and salt in small bowl and mix well. Pour into 1 quart jar. Layer cereal, chips, oats, brown sugar and sugar into jar on top of flour mixture, pressing firmly in place to fit into the jar.
Instructions: White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies Ingredients Q 1/2 cup butter, softened Q 1 tsp. vanilla Q 1 egg1 egg yolk Q 1 container White Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Mix in a Jar Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease with solid shortening. 2. Combine butter, vanilla, egg, and egg yolk in large bowl and beat well to blend. Add contents of jar and mix until thoroughly blended. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets. Bake at 350 degrees for 9-11 minutes until edges of cookies are golden. Cool 1 minute, then remove from cookie sheets. Recipe yield: 24 cookies
Ingredients Q 3/4 cup (dried) tart cherries Q 3/4 cup (natural) almonds, toasted Q 12 ounces (semisweet) chocolate, chopped Q 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped Directions 1. In small bowl, combine almonds and cherries; set aside. 2. In a 2-quart saucepan, melt semisweet chocolate over low heat, stirring. In a 1-quart saucepan, melt white chocolate over low heat, stirring. Remove saucepans from heat. 3. Stir half of almond mixture into semi-sweet chocolate. Spread semisweet-chocolate mixture to about 1/4 inch thick on a large, ungreased cookie sheet. Drop white chocolate by tablespoons onto semisweet-chocolate mixture. With tip of knife, swirl chocolates together for a marbled look. Sprinkle with remaining almond mixture.
Sweet and Sassy Nuts Cumin, cinnamon, and ground chipotle pepper give these easy baked nuts their irresistibly addictive flavor. Yields: 8 cups Ingredients Q 1 large egg white Q 1/2 cup sugar Q 1 tsp. ground cumin
Q 3/4 tsp. ground chipotle chile pepper Q 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon Q 3 cans(10-11 oz. each) salted fancy mixed nuts
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease two 15 1/2" by 10 1/2" jelly-roll pans with vegetable oil, or spray with nonstick cooking spray. 2. In large bowl, with wire whisk, beat egg white until foamy. Add sugar, cumin, chipotle pepper, and cinnamon, and beat until well combined. Add nuts to egg-white mixture; with rubber spatula, stir until well coated. 3. Spread nut mixture evenly in prepared jelly-roll pans. Bake on 2 oven racks 20 to 25 minutes or until coating on nuts is goldenbrown and dry, stirring once and rotating pans between upper and lower racks halfway through baking for even browning. 4. Cool nuts completely in pans on wire racks, at least 1 hour. With hands, break apart any large clusters of nuts when cool. Store cooled nuts in tightly sealed containers at room temperature up to 2 weeks. www.generationsmagazine.com | 33
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he contemporary vision for gingerbread usually involves visions of Hansel & Gretel like Gingerbread Houses, Cookies shaped like people, and squares of aromatic spiced cakes served with a dollop of freshly whipped cream...YUM! Ginger however, like so many other popular herbs and spices, is rooted as much in therapeutic use as with confection.Ginger has long been used in teas for cold symptoms, as a circulatory stimulant, as a pain remedy (when mixed with liquor or rum), and as a digestive aid for stomach upsets and queasiness (ginger ale). It has recently been integrated as a motion sickness drug and is being strongly considered by arthritis sufferers as well. The use of Ginger can be traced to the Far East and China in the time of Confucius, and to the early Greeks and Romans and the Mediterranean Basin throughout the Middle Ages. It's use in cakes and doughs to make cookies and breads became extremely popular in Europe centering on the city of Nuremberg, Germany. Nuremberg happened to be fortuitously positioned on the crossroads of the major East/West spice trade routes and near forests which produced voluminous amounts of honey from its resident bees. From this honey, the traditionally famous “Iibkuchen” cakes were produced, which when combined with saffron were actually the precursor of Gingerbread. As ginger replaced saffron as the main flavoring component of these honey cakes, "gingerbread" was born. Both ginger and saffron were considered extremely valuable commodities at this time and actually were tightly regulated. They still share many recipes for breads and cakes. In the America's, the making and decorating of Gingerbread became a Christmas tradition which prevails to this day.
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