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Saturday, May 13th is the 25th annual United States Post Office sponsored Stamp out Hunger Letter Carriers’ Food Drive. The large amount of donations from winter holiday food drives is depleted, so this helps stock food pantries for the increased demands during the summer months when children are out of school and do not have access to the usual school lunch programs. Take a minute to pick up a couple extra non-perishable food items when you’re shopping and set them out near your mail box for the carrier to pick up on May 13th.

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This year marks the 25th anniversary of the national drive, Rolando noted. “Our work and our success will be just as crucial this year as ever, since the problem of hunger in this country shows little sign of going away,” he said.

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Physical: Balance Disorders Increase the Risk of Falling and Injury

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Balance Disorders Increase the Risk of Falling and Injury

Leslie A. Davis, BS, CDP

Submitted by Leslie A. Davis, Mariposa Point of Gilbert

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balance disorder is a condition that makes you feel unsteady or dizzy. If you are standing, sitting, or lying down, you might feel as if you are moving, spinning, or floating. If you are walking, you might suddenly feel as if you are tipping over. Balance disorders can be caused by certain health conditions, medications, or a problem in the inner ear or the brain.

A balance disorder can profoundly impact daily activities and cause psychological and emotional hardship. Falling, which can cause severe injury, is one of the greatest risks of balance disorders and injury from a fall can limit your ability to live independently or care for yourself.

Symptoms of a balance disorder If you have a balance disorder, you may stagger when you try to walk, or teeter or fall when you try to stand up. You might experience other symptoms such as the following: • Dizziness or vertigo (a spinning sensation) • Falling or feeling as if you are going to fall • Lightheadedness, faintness, or a floating sensation • Blurred vision, confusion, or disorientation • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fear, anxiety, or panic Other symptoms might include changes in heart rate and blood pressure. Symptoms may come and go over short time periods or last for a long time.

Causes of balance disorders Many balance disorders start suddenly and with no obvious cause. Balance problems can be caused by medications, ear infections, a head injury, or anything else that affects the inner ear or brain. Low blood pressure can lead to dizziness when you stand up too quickly. Problems that affect the skeletal or visual systems, such as arthritis or eye-muscle imbalance, can also cause balance disorders. Your risk of having balance problems increases as you get older.

What are some types of balance disorders?

There are more than a dozen different balance disorders. Some of the most common include the following: • Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) or positional vertigo: A brief, intense episode of vertigo triggered by a specific change in the position of the head. BPPV occurs when loose otoconia tumble into one of the semicircular canals and weigh on the cupula. The cupula doesn’t flex properly and sends wrong Page 6 — Healthy Cells Magazine — East Valley — ­ May 2017

information about your head’s position, causing vertigo. BPPV can result from a head injury, or can develop just from getting older.

• Labyrinthitis [lab-buh-rinth-EYE-tiss]: An infection or inflammation of the inner ear that causes dizziness and loss of balance. It is often associated with an upper respiratory infection such as the flu.

• Ménière’s [main-YEHRZ] disease: Episodes of vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus (TIN-nih-tuss, a ringing or buzzing in the ear), and a feeling of fullness in the ear. It may be associated with a change in fluid volume within parts of the labyrinth, but the causes are still unknown.

• Vestibular neuronitis [new-ron-EYE-tiss]: An inflammation of the vestibular nerve that can be caused by a virus, and primarily causes vertigo.

• Perilymph fistula [PERRY-limf FIS-tew-lah]: A leakage of inner ear fluid into the middle ear. It causes unsteadiness that

usually increases with activity, along with dizziness and nausea.

Perilymph fistula can occur after a head injury, dramatic changes in air pressure (such as when scuba diving), physical exertion, ear surgery, or chronic ear infections.

• Mal de Debarquement [dee-BARK-ment] syndrome (MdDS): A feeling of continuously rocking or bobbing, typically after an ocean cruise or other sea travel. Except rare cases, symptoms usually go away a few hours or days after you reach land.

Should I seek help if I think I have a balance disorder?

If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, its best to talk to your doctor: • Do I feel unsteady?

• Do I feel as if the room is spinning around me?

• Do I feel as if I’m moving when I know I’m sitting or standing still?

• Do I lose my balance and fall?

• Do I feel as if I’m falling?

• Do I feel lightheaded or as if I might faint?

• Do I have blurred vision?

• Do I ever feel disoriented — losing my sense of time or location How are balance disorders diagnosed?

Diagnosis of a balance disorder is difficult, your doctor may suggest you see an otolaryngologist (a physician and surgeon who specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, neck, and throat).

The otolaryngologist may suggest a hearing examination, blood tests, an electronystagmogram (a test that measures eye movements and the muscles that control them), or imaging

studies of your head and brain. Another possible test is called posturography. For this test, you stand on a special movable platform in front of a patterned screen. The doctor measures how your body responds to movement of the platform, the patterned screen, or both.

How are balance disorders treated?

The first thing a doctor will do if you have a balance problem is determine if another health condition or a medication is to blame.

If so, your doctor will treat the condition, suggest a different medication, or refer you to a specialist if the condition is outside his or her expertise.

Some people with a balance disorder may not be able to fully relieve their dizziness and will need to find ways to cope with it.

Wear low-heeled shoes or walking shoes outdoors. If necessary, use a cane or walker and modify conditions at your home and workplace, such as adding handrails.

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Quick and Easy Ways to Eat Healthy

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f you feel like your senses of taste and smell have changed, making eating less enjoyable than it once was, or that you simply don’t want to spend a lot of time planning and making meals in your home, you’re not alone. Many older adults experience a decreased appetite for any number of reasons, but it’s as important as ever to continue getting plenty of calories and nutrients.

Nutrition expert and author of The Plant Powered Diet, Sharon Palmer, R.D., shares healthy eating tips for maintaining your energy, ensuring heart and brain health, and boosting longevity — to keep you growing strong.

Put protein on your team To eat for energy and help delay age-related muscle loss, eat 25 to 30 grams of lean protein per meal. For example, try a two-egg omelet and a glass of milk for breakfast, a turkey sandwich or a cup of cottage cheese for lunch, and a skinless chicken breast (about the size of a deck of cards) for dinner. New research shows it’s smart to include a protein source at every meal instead of in one big chunk. If some proteins such as meat and poultry present a chewing challenge, consider softer calcium-rich choices such as low-fat or fat-free milk, yogurt, and low-fat cheeses — if you tolerate lactose. Eggs; legumes such as peas, beans, lentils, soybeans and peanuts; plus everyone’s old friend peanut butter, are great sources of protein.

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Beware of bad fats Although beef, ham, and bacon, skin-on poultry, and cheese are good sources of protein, they’re also loaded with saturated fat, which raises cholesterol. Choose lean and skinless turkey or chicken that is unprocessed and uncured; they’ll have lower sodium content.

Also, beware of trans fats that are found in processed foods such grocery-store-bought packaged products, baked items, frozen foods, salad dressings, dips, and whipped cream. These bad fats raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol, which can lead to heart disease and stroke. The words “partially hydrogenated” on a food label is a red flag that a product has trans fats, so steer clear.

Unsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are healthy in moderation.

Maybe you’ve heard of omega-3 fatty acids, which, among other benefits, lower blood pressure and triglycerides and may protect against other conditions such as depression and arthritis. You get them from fish, including canned tuna, salmon, and sardines, and in walnuts and flaxseed. Not a fish fan? You can take omega-3 supplements in agreement with your doctor’s recommendations, but real food sources should always comes first.

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Go with the grain No doubt you’ve heard the buzz about and seen the food labels touting “whole grains.”

What are they and why are they so important? All grains, including wheat, oats, rice, and barley have kernels that are composed of three parts: the germ (seed), the bran (skin), and the endosperm (meat).

When the grains are processed or “refined” to make by-products such as flour, the bran and the germ are often removed. Refining grains — a process invented during the industrial revolution — gives them a longer shelf life by preventing spoilage, but it also removes key nutrients. White flour, white rice, hominy, and pasta are all made from refined grains.

A number of studies suggest measurable health benefits from eating whole grains, including protection against heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Whenever possible, opt for whole grains such as quinoa, brown rice, wheat berries, and products made from whole grains, such as whole wheat flour, whole wheat bread, and rolled oats.

Drink up Dehydration can lead to fatigue, weakness, and dizziness, so it’s important to drink plenty of fluids. Water is always best, but if you find it hard to drink the recommended eight glasses of water, try these tricks: 1. Slice up a cucumber, several strawberries, an orange, a lemon, watermelon, or mint. Place them in a large pitcher of water in your refrigerator for a refreshing drink anytime.

2. Find a water bottle that is both easy to carry and easy to drink from, and keep it with you (and full) wherever you go. Consider a bottle with a built-in straw, which can make drinking easier than large-mouth bottles or cups.

3. Build drinking into your routine. Habituate yourself to drink one eight-ounce glass of water every time you do an activity. For example, drink a glass after each visit to the restroom, every time you make a phone call or every time you finish a chapter in your book.

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Everyone Experiences Trauma

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t is widely understood that post-traumatic stress (PTS) frequently results from threats to life or bodily safety such as accidents, war, violent assaults, or natural disasters, but many people underestimate the effects of their own developmental attachment trauma. Any situation that leaves a person feeling helpless, overwhelmed, or isolated can be traumatic, even when no physical harm was involved. This is particularly harmful when it happens during childhood.

Children are exposed to developmental trauma when they are subjected to anything that disrupts their sense of safety, including abuse, neglect, environmental instability, or separation from their parents or other primary caregivers. These early traumas typically result in attachment fractures that take place gradually and have a cumulative effect.

Early relationship connections have a significant effect on our adult relationships. To understand this concept, we first need to understand attachment theory, widely studied in the field of developmental psychology. Developed in the 1960s and 70s by John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, it essentially states that infants have an innate drive to survive and have total and complete dependency on their caregivers to meet their basic needs. As babies strive to get their needs met, they develop an attachment to primary caregivers that tends to remain constant as a model for expectation of what love is like in adult relationships as well as dictating their future parenting style.

This attachment style critically affects emotional development and the quality of intimate relationships.

The development of a secure sense of attachment in childhood fosters a stronger ability to regulate emotions and increased confidence in exploration of the child’s surroundings.

Secure attachment in early childhood indicates a safe and secure adult attachment style, creating a strong foundation for healthy relationships. What happens when caregivers are unavailable or are unresponsive to a child’s needs? Insecure attachment patterns develop. There are three styles of insecure attachment: Anxious attachment — When a parental figure is inconsistent or unable to effectively respond to their child’s needs the child becomes confused, insecure and unsure of how they will be treated. The child may feel suspicious or distrustful of their caregiver, while also feeling desperate for their attention. A child with an insecure anxious attachment to their parent often has ambivalent or preoccupied attachments in intimate relationships in adulthood.

Avoidant attachment — This type of attachment pattern develops when a primary caregiver is emotionally unavailable or unresponsive to the child’s needs. The parent may be neglectful and rejecting at times, often discouraging crying.

Premature independence may be encouraged and children learn to disconnect from their needs to minimize the significance of emotions. Children with avoidant attachment patterns grow into adults who have a dismissive or withdrawn attachment style.

Disorganized attachment — When a caregiver abuses or neglects a child, or when the home is unstable and chaotic, a child may develop a disorganized attachment with their parents.

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An infant or child depends on their parent for protection, but may simultaneously feel fearful of them, leading to the development of dissociation as a protective coping strategy. These children often feel disconnected, may suffer from memory lapses, and abusive experiences may be blocked from their consciousness.

Adults who have insecure attachment patterns may struggle with depression, anxiety, a deep sense of loneliness and despair, negative self-worth, lack of safety, emotional dysregulation, rigidly held dysfunctional beliefs about themselves and others, pervasive relationship problems, addictions, compulsivity, and unmet longings to be loved and comforted.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) commonly occurs because of a major trauma, but often we find that the trauma from attachment fractures can cause more chronic post-traumatic stress symptoms than those occurring from major trauma. Per Francine Shapiro, the founder and developer of EMDR therapy, “Post-traumatic stress is a failure of the information processing system in the brain, which causes a memory to be stored with

the original emotions and sensations that occurred at the time of the event.” Rather than being processed correctly, the event is maladaptively stored, and when triggered, the event is recalled as vividly as if the event is being relived again.

The National Institute of Mental Health states the following as symptoms of PTSD: • Flashbacks — reliving the trauma over and over, including physical symptoms like a racing heart or sweating • Nightmares • Staying away from places, events, or objects that are reminders of the traumatic experience • Avoiding thoughts or feelings related to the traumatic event • Being easily startled • Feeling tense or “on edge” • Having difficulty sleeping • Having angry outbursts • Trouble remembering key features of the traumatic event • Negative thoughts about oneself or the world • Distorted feelings like guilt or blame • Loss of interest in enjoyable activities The World Health Organization (WHO), American Psychiatric Association (APA), and the Department of Veterans Affairs recommend Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR Therapy) a leading treatment option for individuals d i a g n o s e d w i t h p o s t - t r a u m a t i c s t re s s d i s o rd e r. P e r familyattachment.com, EMDR is a “power tool in the treatment of attachment disorders.”

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a widely researched, evidenced-based therapeutic technique that can help. EMDR Therapy is a physiologically based therapy designed to allow the processing of maladaptively stored memories and associations. Once the information is processed it is possible to think about previously disturbing memories in a new way easing feelings of distress and discomfort. EMDR Therapy opens the door for the development of new insight and awareness which allows negative beliefs and painful emotions to be replaced with positive thoughts and feelings. By creating new adaptive neural pathways in the brain, EMDR Therapy provides freedom from emotional distress and promotes the ability to regain a positive sense of self and improved relationships.

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n thinking of an estate plan, most people think first of a will. Then next, you may think of things like joint and survivorship deeds, life insurance, or payable on death (or POD) accounts. Perhaps you have gone so far as to create a trust. Hopefully, you have double-checked the beneficiaries of your retirement accounts and you may even have long-term care insurance. Did you know that you can preplan and prepay your own funeral?

Arizona law specifically provides for a “preneed funeral contract.”

Generally speaking, the consumer of this type of plan will work with a funeral director to do everything from selecting a coffin to making service and burial arrangements, and that consumer will have the opportunity to select all goods and services related to his or her own funeral.

Those goods and services can very often be purchased at today’s rates, even if they are not needed for years.

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• Can the contract be canceled and under what circumstances?

• Where are the prepaid funds deposited? Typically, these would get invested in a vehicle like an insurance policy or an annuity, so that any increase in expense is covered without further cost to the family.

• What happens if the price of the prepaid goods/services changes before those goods/services are needed? Are prices guaranteed?

• If any income or interest is generated from the prepaid funds, how is that treated for tax purposes?

• What are the geographical boundaries of the contract, and what are the options if you move (or die) outside of that geographical area?

Obviously, this is an uncomfortable topic. No one wants to think about planning a funeral. Not only does this task come at a time of sorrow, but the planning is daunting in and of itself. There are so many questions to answer and decisions to make regarding how best to offer a final fitting tribute to a loved one.

There may even be disagreements between surviving family members about what should be done. Then there is the cost to consider. Even the simplest of arrangements can total many thousands of dollars. While it may be uncomfortable to think about, preplanning can remove that burden — both financial and emotional — from your loved ones and can also give you more control over the execution of your last wishes.

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ports and fitness are a major part of many people’s lives.

Most people understand the benefits of diet and exercise in order to stay healthy, but many are still unsure about the benefits of massage therapy and alternative care.

Sports massage has been around for thousands of years. The Greeks and Romans were very clear on the benefits of massage on the athletes of their day. Galen (AD 30-200), who was a wellknown Roman physician, prescribed massage for the gladiators both before and after exercising. At the 1924 Paris Olympic Games, a Finnish runner named Paavo Nurmi, the “flying Finn,” brought a personal massage therapist with him. Paavo won five gold medals in running events. He claimed his success was in part due to his training program, which included massage therapy treatment. In the late 1970s, sports massage became a modality unto itself within the U.S. with more specific training taking place for the practitioner to be able to address the specific needs of athletes whose bodies are undergoing intense physical exertion and stress.

Some still tend to think that massage is just a luxury, or that sports massage is for elite athletes. The truth is that sports massage is beneficial to everyone who is active, no matter the age, skill level, or experience. Receiving sports massage will increase range of motion, decrease inflammation, and speed up recovery time, as well as enhance muscle performance and reduce the risk of injury. The therapist will focus specifically on areas of overuse that might be more prone to injury due to continuous repetitive motion.

Massage can be effective before, after, and in-between sporting events. In a pre-event session, typically 30 minutes to two hours before the event, the therapist will work at a more rapid pace to stimulate and loosen muscle tissue. This will allow more blood flow to the muscles, enhancing performance and minimizing the chance of injury. Post-event sessions are typically slower and include more stretching than in a pre-event. The main goal of a post-event massage is to increase blood flow, decrease inflammation, and release adhesions in the muscles. These can be performed the same day, after muscles have cooled down and relaxed.

A case study on the effects of post-event massage on ultramarathon runners showed a significant decrease in delayedonset muscle soreness. 240 runners were tested and their pain scale averaged over eight when they started and decreased to around three after the massage. Along with pre and post-event massage, it is recommended that the athlete also receive regular maintenance massage during their training. An analytical review of 22 case studies proved that maintenance massage yielded high positive effects after high-intensity workouts for trained and untrained athletes.

If you or anyone you know participates in sports or other activities and would like to learn more about the benefits of sports massage, schedule a free consultation today. Contact Keystone Body Therapies in Chandler at 480-686-8647 or book online at www.keystonebodytherapies.com.

May 2017 — East Valley — ­ Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 13

importance of sleep

Sleep Apnea and Women Ignorance Is Not Bliss Submitted By Beth Hamann, Koala Center for Sleep Disorders

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or years, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) has generally been considered a men’s health issue. In fact, according to the National Sleep Foundation, the ratio of men to women who come in to be evaluated for OSA is quite unbalanced. For every one woman diagnosed with OSA, eight or nine men are diagnosed. However, while it is true that more men are affected by the condition, the ratio should be closer to two or three men per woman. Why the discrepancy? While women face unique risk factors for OSA, they often are misdiagnosed by physicians or avoid seeking treatment in the first place.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a condition characterized by complete and partial airway obstructions, which can occur when the tongue and muscles relax during sleep, the lower jaw falls back toward the throat or the airway becomes blocked. A typical sequence of OSA occurs when a person stops snoring and is silent for seconds or minutes. The brain may cause the body to jerk in an attempt to wake the sleeper so breathing will resume. The silence may end with a loud snort, cough, or gasp. This causes the sleeper to wake briefly and begin breathing.

Once asleep again, the muscles relax and the airway becomes blocked once again. This cycle can occur hundreds of times per night. If left untreated, OSA may lead to heart attack, stroke, and death.

However, while this represents a typical cycle of sleep apnea, the symptoms may present themselves differently in women. Women may not notice snoring or paused breathing, for example. Instead, they will Page 14 — Healthy Cells Magazine — East Valley — ­ May 2017

Beth Hamann, DDS

often mention chronic insomnia, fatigue, and depression, notes Dr. Grace Pien in an interview with the National Sleep Foundation. Because the more commonly known symptoms of OSA were described by nearly all-male populations, it is no surprise that women often express different complaints. These complaints often lead to a misdiagnosis by primary care physicians. According to the National Sleep Foundation, women suffering from OSA have been misdiagnosed with anything from anemia to fibromyalgia to menopausal changes. Furthermore, women are less likely to request a sleep study and are instead more inclined to ask for a medication to treat whatever symptoms they are experiencing.

While many women do face misdiagnosis, a large number never seek medical care for their symptoms, especially if one of those symptoms is snoring. According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, women are less likely to talk about their own sleep problems than those of their male partners. It seems that snoring is often stigmatized in women while it is considered relatively common and normal in men. As a result, many women fail to bring up this and other sleep issues with their physicians.

Women should be talking openly and honestly with their doctors about their sleep, however. Factors specific to women such as menopause, pregnancy, and polycystic ovary syndrome can put them at greater risk for developing OSA. Additionally, OSA may impact women’s health differently than men’s. A study, which was conducted

by the UCLA School of Nursing and published in the December 2012 issue of SLEEP, found that women suffering from OSA have a higher level of brain damage than men with the same disorder. Additionally, the National Sleep Foundation notes that OSA is linked to a higher risk of dementia in elderly women. Finally, OSA may exacerbate existing cardiovascular conditions, which can be especially problematic, considering heart disease is the number-one killer of women.

If you are concerned you might have OSA, considering keeping a log of the symptoms you experience, including those that seem unrelated to your sleep, such as headaches, loss of libido, changes in mood or depression. By speaking candidly about these symptoms with your physician and requesting a sleep study, you are more likely to get an accurate diagnosis.

Treatment options for OSA include lifestyle changes, surgery, Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) and Oral Appliance Therapy. While CPAP is one of the most common treatments for OSA, Oral Appliance Therapy has proven to be an effective, scientifically based treatment alternative that patients may find more comfortable and easier to use. The purpose of the appliance is to hold the jaw in a position that allows the airway to remain as open and firm as possible during sleep. Oral appliances are similar to athletic mouth guards but less bulky and completely non-invasive. Oral sleep appliances are covered by most medical insurance plans and Medicare.

For more information about sleep apnea, Oral Appliance Therapy and how the appliance can conquer sleep apnea, fatigue, headaches, and other health conditions, please contact Koala Center for Sleep Disorders at 602-357-9845 or visit KoalaBiltmore.com to schedule a Sleep Apnea Screening today.

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feature story

Photo courtesy of Crooked Sky Farms

An example of a CSA box provided by Crooked Sky Farms.

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magine coming home with a big box of seasonal produce every week.

This week, your box contains oranges, strawberries, apriums, carrots, onions, mixed salad greens, mint, kale, spinach, broccoli greens, radishes, and beets, plus two new recipes to try. The 100-percent organic food was picked yesterday, and the whole box cost you less than half of what you would have paid for conventional produce at the grocery store. Yum, are those early strawberries sweet! So, how exactly do you get in on this deal?

What is Community Supported Agriculture?

Over the last 20 years, CSA or Community Supported Agriculture has become an increasingly popular way for people to buy local, seasonal — often organic — food directly from a farmer at a great price. CSAs are popping up all over the country as the demand for local, farm-fresh food grows. These days, if you live within 100 miles of a farm, you probably live within 100 miles of a CSA! The basics are simple: In a CSA, a farmer offers “shares” of farm produce for sale to the public. Interested buyers purchase a share, becoming CSA members, and in return receive a box (bag, Page 16 — Healthy Cells Magazine — East Valley — ­ May 2017

basket) of seasonal produce harvested each week throughout the growing season. This arrangement has many advantages for both the farmer and the buyer.

Farmers enjoy…

• Marketing the food early in the year, before the

long days in the field begin • Receiving payment early in the season, during

which the farmer needs cash flow the most • Having an opportunity to get to know the people

who eat the food they grow • A higher return than is typical for selling produce

to brokers, grocery stores, or other wholesale outlets

CSA Members enjoy…

• Eating just-picked, local food, with maximum

flavor and vitamin content • Food that has less environmental impact because

it was grown and sold locally • Often lower cost for organic produce than at retail

stores or even the farmer’s market, while spending your money within your own community • Exposure to new vegetables, new recipes, and

new ways of cooking • An opportunity to get to visit the farm at least

once a season and sometimes socialize with other members • Developing a relationship with the farmer who

grows their food and learning more about how food is grown

CSAs aren’t confined to produce. Some farmers also offer members shares of eggs, jam, homemade bread, meat, cheese, flowers, or other farm products along with vegetables and fruit.

Sometimes, like Garden of Eden, several farmers will offer their products together, to offer the widest variety to their members.

Photo courtesy of Ryan Neal Cordwell

Erich Schultz - Steadfast Farm.

Building local food communities While the structure of a CSA is simple, there is an important concept woven into the CSA model that makes it a little different from the usual commercial transaction: the notion of shared risk.

Shared risk is part of what creates a sense of community among members, and between members and the farmers. As a CSA shareholder, you have a stake in the success of the farm, so if a hailstorm takes out all the squash, everyone is disappointed together, and together you all rally for the tomatoes and peppers.

Most CSA farmers feel a great sense of responsibility to their members, and when certain crops are scarce, they make sure the CSA gets served first. Still, very occasionally things go wrong on a farm — like they do in any kind of business. If this potential makes you feel anxious, then the shared risk of a CSA may not be for you, and you should shop at your farmers’ market.

Photo courtesy of Ryan Neal Cordwell.

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Local Harvest — a national non-profit connecting people with the small family farmers in their community — reports that they get complaint calls on between two and nine CSA farms every year — out of several thousand nationwide.

Usually the cause of the complaint comes down to a failure to deliver as promised because of a catastrophic divorce, major illness, extreme weather, or a new farmer that got in over his or her head. Sometimes, however, the CSA member simply did not do his or her due diligence and had unreasonable expectations.

Here are some great tips for having a successful and rewarding CSA membership. Ultimately, nothing beats a personal conversation with the farmer. Here are the questions Local Harvest recommends you might ask before joining a CSA: • How long have you been farming?

• How long have you been doing a CSA? • Are there items in your box grown by other farms, and if so, which farms?

• How did last season go?

• How many members do you have?

• What percentage of the food you deliver annually is grown on your farm? If the answer is less than 90 percent, ask where the rest of the food comes from, whether it’s certified organic (if that is important to you), and whether members are told which items come from off-farm.

• I’d like to talk with a couple of your members before I commit.

Could you give me contact info for a couple of “references”?

Taking the time to vet your CSA farmer will help ensure a long-lasting and rewarding relationship between you, the farmer, your community, and your food.

Local acts with national impact Community Supported Agriculture is a simple idea, but its impact has been profound. Tens of thousands of families across the country have joined CSAs, and the numbers are growing exponentially every year. In some areas of the U.S., there is more demand for Community Supported Agriculture than there are farms to fill it!

In the burgeoning market for whole, organic food, CSA offers an outstanding way for new farmers, small farmers and even homesteaders to provide a secure, diversified living for themselves on a small parcel of land.

If CSA sounds like an ideal way to enjoy local, fresh produce to you, then www.LocalHarvest.org/csa/ has the most comprehensive directory of CSA farms in the United States, with over 4,000 farms listed in their database, so you can easily find and join a CSA in your community.

I hope for the sake of your wallet, your health, your community, and the planet that you will!

This article was excerpted from my book Sustainability Starts at Home — How to Save Money While Saving the Planet. For more money-saving, planet-friendly tips, pick up a copy today! Original article at: https://www. smallfootprintfamily.com/what-is-community-supported-agriculture.

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fill your plate

Arizona Produce in Season Submitted by Arizona Farm Bureau’s Fill Your Plate

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rizona Farm Bureau’s Fill Your Plate serves to help form a unique relationship, a common bond, between Arizona farmers and ranchers and Arizonans. In fact, it’s one way we’re building community! Fill Your Plate provides chefs and Arizona families with an opportunity to find and purchase locally grown food and along the way make friends with the farmers and ranchers who grow our food.

September: Apples, arugula, basil, black-eyed peas, chilies, corn, cucumbers, figs, green beans, herbs, okra, pears, potatoes, pumpkins, shelling beans, squash (summer), squash (winter), sweet peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, zucchini blossoms

May: Apricots, arugula, beets, blackberries, carrots, cucumbers, garlic, greens, herbs, leeks, lettuce, nectarines, onions, peaches, peas, potatoes, radishes, spinach, squash (summer), sweet onions, tomatoes, zucchini, zucchini blossoms

October: Arugula, basil, bok choy, broccoli, carrots, corn, dates, figs, green beans, green onion/scallions, herbs, key limes, lettuce, potatoes, pumpkins, radishes, spinach, squash (winter), sweet peppers, tomatoes, turnips

June: Apricots, blackberries, blueberries, cor n, cucumbers, figs, garlic, green beans, herbs, leeks, melons, nectarines, onions, peaches, peas, plums and pluots, potatoes, squash (summer), sweet onions, tomatoes, zucchini, zucchini blossoms

July: Apples, black-eyed peas, blueberries, chilies, corn, cucumbers, figs, garlic, grapes, green beans, herbs, leeks, melons, nectarines, okra, onions, peaches, plums and pluots, potatoes, shelling beans, squash (summer), sweet peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, zucchini blossoms

August: Apples, basil, black-eyed peas, chilies, corn, cucumbers, figs, grapes, green beans, herbs, melons, okra, peaches, pears, plums and pluots, potatoes, pumpkins, shelling beans, squash (summer), squash (winter), sweet peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, zucchini blossoms

November: Arugula, basil, beets, bok choy, broccoli, carrots, dates, green onion/scallions, herbs, key limes, lettuce, pumpkins, radishes, spinach, squash (winter), tomatoes, turnips

December: Arugula, beets, bok choy, broccoli, broccoli raab, Brussels sprouts, carrots, clementines, grapefruit, green onion/scallions, greens, herbs, kohlrabi, leeks, lemons, lettuce, oranges, parsnips, radishes, rutabagas, spinach, sweet potatoes, tangerines, turnips Fill Your Plate with Arizona agriculture!

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May 2017 — East Valley — ­ Healthy Cells Magazine — Page 19

professional profile

Meet Our New Executive Director,

Russell Wagner

By Generations at Agritopia

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enerations at Agritopia, in Gilbert, recently welcomed a new Executive Director, Russell Wagner.

Russell graduated from Westwood High School in Mesa. Right out of high school, he worked on an ambulance as an EMT and then attended Maricopa Community College where he received an Associate’s degree to work in Respiratory Care Therapy. While working as a respiratory therapist, Russell often cared for older folks and was introduced to skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Russell says, “this is where I found my true comfort and calling. It is a blessing to work with the senior population, to listen and learn from their stories of life experiences and serve them at this stage in their life.”

Russell enjoying leisure time with his family.

Russell is an Arizona State University graduate and proud Sundevil — go Sundevils! In 2004, he received a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) and Psychology. Then, as a personal goal, Russell attended the Sandra Day O’Connor

College of Law at Arizona State University and received a Master of Legal Studies (MLS) degree from ASU in 2015. “I’ve been a licensed RT for 20 years, and have devoted my entire career to healthcare and senior living,” says Russell.

Russell married his high school sweetheart and celebrated their 22nd anniversary this past January.

They have two daughters, a 20-year-old college sophomore and a 13-year old who is in 7th grade.”

“Apparently I have a back-east accent I picked up from my mom, who was originally from Detroit. My wife and I are both Arizona natives,” says Russell; “which is probably why my family enjoys the beach over anything else.” He added, “I also enjoy training for and competing in triathlons as a way to stay active.”

Russell Wagner, welcome to the Generations Senior Living Family.

Generations Senior Living offers vibrant living with an extensive array of services and amenities for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents, giving them the freedom to enjoy what matters most. We are located within the master plan of Agritopia, near Higley and Ray Roads in Gilbert, 2811 E. Agritopia Loop S. Find us on the web at www.generationsseniorliving.com or email us at info@ generationsseniorliving.com. We are a completely smoke-free community. Call today to schedule your complimentary lunch and tour — 480-485-2000.

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mental wellness

The Rise of Dementia Can It Be Prevented?

John DenBoer and Calli Varner

By John DenBoer and Calli Varner, SMART Brain Aging

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ementia is on the rise at an alarming rate and is expected to increase over 70 percent by the year 2050. There is currently no cure, but are there things you can do to mitigate dementia?

What is dementia mitigation?

Dementia mitigation is the attempt to decrease the risk of developing dementia and memory loss. Think of your brain like a muscle. A muscle has to be exercised, used regularly, and challenged to maintain its strength, tone, and elasticity. You have to use it or you will lose it. The use-it-or-lose-it idea really does greatly apply to the brain and memory loss as well. To prevent memory loss, you must keep your brain active, engaged regularly in new and challenging activities and treatment therapies to reduce the onset and impact of dementia. This includes cognitive exercises that challenge the brain and teach you new things to enhance cognitive abilities.

How to implement dementia mitigation Implementing dementia mitigation is actually pretty simple; it just takes small lifestyle changes. Try to make it a habit to learn new things, this will allow your nerve cells to release more glutamate to keep your brain healthy and active. You can add little things to your regular routines to improve cognitive abilities. For example, try not to stick to well-known patterns. Starting with something as simple as taking different routes home from the store is helpful to stimulate and challenge your brain to keep it growing. The brain has to stay sharp to be able to carry out daily tasks. Exercising your brain on a regular basis will help you process information better as well as improve your memory and enhance the way you learn and problem solve.

If you or a loved one is interested in learning more about dementia, please call SMART Brain Aging at 1-800-BSMART-0 (1-800-276-2780). We are located at 5111 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 105 in Scottsdale. Visit our website for additional information at www.smartbrainaging.com and www.brainuonline.com. Dr. John DenBoer is owner and founder of SMART Brain Aging.

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better hearing month

Hearing Loss

The Third-Most Common Health Problem in the United States

Kay Kochman, Au.D.

Submitted by Kay Kochman, Tri-City Audiology

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earing loss currently affects more than 36 million Americans today. Although hearing problems are commonly associated with the normal aging process, more than half of all hearing-impaired persons are younger than 65. With the increased use of personal music players (MP3 players) and earbuds, the number of Americans experiencing hearing loss at a younger age is growing.

On average, most Americans consider hearing loss a condition that is simply associated with aging, and don’t know how to recognize the condition or who is qualified to diagnose and treat the condition. In an effort to raise public awareness for the growing number of Americans suffering from hearing loss, the American Academy of Audiology in conjunction with Tri-City Audiology is celebrating Better Hearing Month this May. As part of Better Hearing Month, Tri-City Audiology is encouraging consumers to be more aware of their hearing health.

“Hearing loss can be caused by exposure to loud noises, ear infections, trauma, or ear disease, harm to the inner ear and ear drum, illness or certain medications, and deterioration due to normal aging process,” explains audiologist, Kay Kochman, Au.D. An audiologist is a highly educated and clinically experienced healthcare professional who specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating people with hearing loss and balance disorders.

Hearing loss can affect patients of all ages — newborns, infants, babies, toddlers, children, teens, adults, and the elderly.

You may have a problem with your hearing and need to see an audiologist if you have trouble hearing conversation in a noisy environment such as a restaurant, are unable to hear people talk to you without looking at them, or have a constant ringing (tinnitus) or pain in your ears.

The first step in treatment of a hearing problem is a hearing evaluation by an audiologist.

Tri-City Audiology’s audiologists have a variety of specialties to include, but not limited to the following: • Diagnostic hearing evaluation for school-aged children and adults • Recommending and fitting of state-of-the-art hearing instruments • Evaluation for dizziness and tinnitus • Evaluation for possible middle ear disorders • Hearing conservation and aural rehabilitation Although most hearing loss is permanent, an audiologist can determine the best treatment, which may include hearing aids, assistive listening devices, and hearing rehabilitation.

The friendly, experienced caring audiologists at Tri-City Audiology will be happy to help you with all your hearing healthcare needs. Please call the office nearest you for an appointment. We look forward to seeing you! Mesa, 480-498-2134; Tempe, 480-498-2246; or Chandler, 480-498-2223.

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water intake

Be Cool, Stay Hydrated!

By Kerri Ann Valenzuela, Centrix Health Resources

M

ost people underestimate the amount of water they need.

Even though you may not realize it, maybe you aren’t thirsty, you still need to have a regular intake of fluid to ensure that your body receives necessary hydration. Drinking fluids is crucial to the function of every system in the body. With the summer upon us, the warmer weather will cause the body to perspire more, increasing the risk for dehydration.

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Water infusion Adding fruits and vegetables to your water can add flavor if you don’t like just plain water. Strawberries, lemon, cucumber, or even mint leaves can spruce up your daily intake.

Salt As you perspire, the body loses potassium, and as you hydrate with water, it is important to replace the nutrients that are naturally being flushed through the body. Snack on bananas, dried apricots, and nuts that contain salt. Salt is only helpful if you are hydrated properly. If dehydrated, large amounts of salt can be harmful.

Signs of dehydration include weakness, low blood pressure, dizziness, confusion, or urine that is dark in color. Discuss with your physician if you have certain health conditions or are taking medications to determine if you are taking in an appropriate amount of hydration daily.

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H2O Daily, a regular and healthy intake of water would be 30 to 50 ounces. The key is to drink this amount over the course of the day, not all at once. Try starting the day with a cold glass of water before reaching for the cup of coffee. As the day progresses, you can continue to receive hydration by drinking water or juices and eating salads, fruits, and vegetables that are water-rich.

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protect & detect

Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention

Stacey and Scott Fischer, Owners

By Scott & Stacey Fischer, Options for Senior Living

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ay is melanoma/skin cancer detection and prevention month. During May and beyond, we should all do our part to raise awareness and encourage people to protect and check their skin.

There are three core types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma (BCC), squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), and melanoma. BCC and SCC, are the standard forms, and are easily treated when diagnosed early, but may cause damage to surrounding tissue. SCC can have more extreme effects should it spread to the lymph nodes and other organs. To identify the less-alarming basal and squamous cell carcinomas, see your doctor at the first sign of any pink spots recurring in the same place or you experience signs of irritation.

As for melanoma, you should do frequent skin examinations. A dermatologist should examine occurrences or indications of any of the following: Page 24 — Healthy Cells Magazine — East Valley — ­ May 2017

• Asymmetrical — mole or growth that is uneven • Border — mole or growth with an irregular border • Color — mole or growth multiple colors or shading • Diameter — diameter is larger than the size of a pea • Evolved — mole developing bigger in size or texture Since melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, we would like to share more information about the causes and effects. Melanoma progresses from melanocytes, the cells that deliver melanin — the pigment that gives hair and skin color. Early diagnosis and remedy increase the chances of a speedy recovery. Finding the signs of melanoma will avoid the marks from moving deeper into the skin or moving to other places on the body. Melanoma treatment options can become more involved, once it spreads to other parts of the body beyond the skin.

Sun exposure is a culprit that can place you in danger and possibly diagnosed with melanoma or other forms of skin cancer.

Avoid extended sun exposure. Cover up — wear protective clothing and shield your body with sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, and hat. Wear sunscreen — make sunscreen a daily habit. Use broadspectrum sunscreens, those that protect against UVA and UVB rays, and with at least 30 SPF. The best deterrent is to limit your time in the sun. The shade and cloudy weather can be deceiving. Take care of yourself and your skin in these instances, as well. UV radiation will damage skin even in the winter months and on cloudy days. Avoid peak rays, when the sun’s rays are most intense. For the record, tanning beds are out. Research shows that indoor tanning beds increase the risk of Melanoma by 75 percent. In addition to protecting yourself, remember to protect your children. Severe sunburn in childhood or adolescence can increase a child’s chances of discovering melanoma later in life.

Early detection is important. Found early, most cases of melanoma and skin cancer are treatable. You should always focus to “protect and detect” yourself from melanoma and skin cancer. As always, seek professional medical advice or consult your physician with any questions or concerns.

Thanks for reading! The Options for Senior Living (OFSL) team is making every effort to bring education and awareness to our community. The article shared here is an example of this initiative.

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tudies have confirmed what cosmetic dentists and I have known for years — that a great smile gets you noticed. Virtually every American believes that it’s one of your most important assets for making the right first impression, both socially and professionally. When asked, many adults indicated that a bright white smile makes you appear younger, friendlier, more attractive to the opposite sex, and more successful. When you feel good about your smile, your confidence really shines through.

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