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THE CAUSES, SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENTS

7 SUPER FOOD

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8 NATURAL BEAUTY

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10 EXERCISE

Find Your Balance

12 HEALTHY BODY

Different Stages of Emotional Intelligence

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Increase Energy and Control Hot Flashes

19 RECIPE

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It starts with recognizing your talents and finding ways to serve others by using them.” —Thomas Kinkade

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Balance—what a great topic for this issue of Inspire Health.

It seems today we have more help than ever to create balance in our lives: apps, webinars, seminars, life coaches. But still, there is just not enough time to get it all done. I’m sure there are moms out there with super powers who find the time to accomplish everything, but for myself, it’s difficult.

Feed your kids a balanced breakfast.

Eat a balanced meal.

Balance your checkbook.

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Balance your kids’ activities.

Balance your diet with exercise.

Balance your work and home schedules.

I hope this issue of Inspire Health inspires you to find balance in many ways. Brew yourself some green tea and read how Kino MacGregor inspires health and balance through yoga. Let Courtney show you a few poses that improve balance. Learn how BioIdentical Hormone Therapy helps to balance your mood and libido.

Once you have taken a minute to relax and read about balance, I know you will be encouraged to balance your own life. Start with an app, a webinar, an event or, like myself, find a life coach. The first thing we worked on was, you guessed it, balance. There must be something to it, right?

May you find balance, peace and joy.

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by Jill Yoga © 2018 Jumpstart Publishing, LLC, New Orleans, LA All rights reserved Printed in the USA by Fox Print Services (igofox.com) The information contained in Inspire Health is intended for entertainment purposes only. A reader should never substitute information contained in Inspire Health for the advice of a health care professional. Jumpstart Publishing, LLC and publishers of Inspire Health, do not endorse or promote any of the products or services described in the pages of Inspire Health and the publishers do not verify the accuracy of any claims made in the editorial or advertisements contained in Inspire Health.

Readers should not use the information in Inspire Health for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. Readers should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or have or suspect they have a health problem.

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• Another indicator is the color of the underbelly (the part of the watermelon that did not receive much sun during growth). Avoid white patches and look for watermelons with yellow underbellies.

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atermelons are not only a refreshing treat on a hot summer day, but also pack a punch when it comes to nutritional value. They contain more than 90% water as well as minerals, vitamins and electrolytes. This unique nutritional profile makes watermelon juice an excellent way to hydrate.

In fact, research conducted by the University of Aberdeen Medical School, found that watermelon juice hydrated more effectively compared to water or conventional sports drinks.

Watermelons provide ample nutrition but little calories. One cup contains less than 50 calories, making it a superfood that protects the waistline. According to a study published in The Journal of Nutrition, the amino acid L-citrulline found in watermelons increases fat-burning capacity by 13% and speeds up muscle recovery after workouts. Based on these facts, the juice appears superior for hydration and exercise recovery compared to pricy, sugar-laden sports drinks.

Working out in the sun? Watermelons contain lycopene, a carotenoid protecting from damage by ultraviolet rays and premature aging of the skin. Lycopene reduces inflammation and has been found to protect against heart-disease and cancers.

r as 90% wate erals, in well as m s and n i m vita es electrolyt

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By Anja Springthorpe

acial exfoliating is the removal of dead skin cells, resulting in a fresh and glowing complexion. If you suffer from sensitive skin, exfoliating with commerical facial scrubs can leave you with irritated, raw-looking patches. Many commercial scrubs contain industrially-produced microbeads. These small plastic particles may be too harsh for delicate facial skin.

They also have been found to accumulate in the oceans, posing a real environmental problem. While leading skin care companies now replace microbeads with more sustainable options, making your own all-natural facial scrub at home is a simple way to gently exfoliate your face without chemicals or gritty scrubs.

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Baking soda, sugar, coffee, oatmeal and sea salt are common ingredients in homemade scrubs. Mixed with olive oil, coconut oil or honey, these scrubs can be part of your daily routine, leaving you with soft, fresh looking skin. Very sensitive skin can be exfoliated using ground oatmeal mixed with kefir or organic honey. A scrub made with ground coffee powder and coconut oil will leave your face glowing. Ground eggshells also provide a good base for an exfoliator. Bake eggshells for five minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit, grind in a coffee-grinder and mix with an oil of your choice, honey or natural yogurt.

Exfoliating creates a healthy skin tone, smaller pores, improves absorption of creams and helps smooth makeup coverage.

Making your own all-natural facial scrub at home is a simple way to gently exfoliate your face without chemicals.

 Ingredients • 1 cup brown sugar • ½ cup coconut oil • 5 drops lavender essential oil • 2 teaspoons organic raw honey  Directions Combine all ingredients in an airtight container. The facial scrub can be stored for up to 1 month. Use 1 teaspoon to scrub face, rinse with warm water.

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ife is all about balance. Americans spend too much time balancing work, checkbooks and social lives and too little time working on physical balance— the ability to control body position while moving or stationary.

Balance is the key to all functional movements. It controls posture and allows you to walk, run or bicycle without assistance. Balance is important for injury prevention, joint stability, movement coordination and mental health.

Yoga balance poses align the body’s center of gravity with Earth’s

YOUR BALANCE gravitational field, placing the body in equilibrium with a fundamental force of nature. To master a balance pose, one must constantly focus and refocus on the body’s position relative to the environment, thus increasing awareness and bringing equanimity to mind, body and spirit.

Practice yoga balance poses three or more times per week to lengthen and strengthen muscles of the arms, legs and core. Hold each pose for 30 seconds to one-minute. Focus on relaxing the mind and taking deep breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth.

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(Tadasana) - The foundation of all yoga poses • Stand with feet together, arms relaxed by sides and palms facing forward.

• Let bases of the big toes touch and keep heels slightly apart.

• Lift the chest. Gently pinch the shoulders back.

• Engage the core by drawing the navel inward, tipping the pubis upward and the tailbone downward.

• Breathe.

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(Virabhadrasana I) • From Mountain Pose, take a three- to four-foot step back with the right foot. Keep heels aligned.

• Left foot is turned at a 90-degree angle and right foot is flattened at a 30to 60-degree angle.

• Square the hips and shoulders to the front.

• Drop the hips down and check that the front knee is bent directly over the ankle to protect the knee joint.

• Lift the arms overhead, palms facing each other and eyes forward.

• Draw the abdominals in and breathe deeply.

• Hold for 30 seconds to one minute. Repeat on other side.

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 WARRIOR II (Virabhadrasana II)

• From Mountain Pose, step out to the side with the right foot.

Drop the heel to flatten the foot at a 15- to 30- degree angle.

• Left foot is at a 90-degree angle with the knee directly over the ankle.

• Open the hips and shoulders to the side and keep the shoulders directly over the hips.

• Reach the arms out, press the shoulders down and feel length and energy through the fingertips.

• If able, drop down so the left thigh is parallel to the floor.

• Hold for 30 seconds to one minute. Repeat on other side.

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 WARRIOR III (Virabhadrasana III)

• From Mountain Pose, take a long step back with the right leg into a high lunge position. Keep the right heal lifted and the left knee slightly bent.

• Gently lower the torso over the left knee.

• Reach both arms overhead and parallel to the floor.

Keep palms facing each other.

• Begin to lift right leg as the left leg simultaneously straightens. Drive the left supporting heel into the floor, keep the knee soft and engage the core.

• Aim to get arms, torso and right leg parallel to the floor.

• Hold for 30 seconds to one minute. Repeat on other side.

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Vitamin C-rich foods are generally low in calories but high in fiber—vital for weight loss.

By Anja Springthorpe

t is well known that vitamin C is found predominantly in plant foods such as fruits and vegetables.

What is less known is that some living organisms can in fact produce their own vitamin C. Because of evolution, we humans and a few other mammals, along with some fishes and birds have lost this ability, therefore we must ensure adequate intake of dietary vitamin C.

Vitamin C is essential for health. Without it, immune cells work less efficiently, increasing the risk of viral or bacterial infections. It is needed to produce collagen, the structural component of skin and connective tissue. Lack of sufficient collagen results in loss of skin elasticity and firmness, the main culprits for wrinkles and premature aging. Vitamin C also is a major antioxidant, providing protection from free

radicals. Toxins, chemicals and other environmental pollution can lead to high levels of free radicals causing damage to skin cells and other tissues. Researchers found that protection from free radicals reduces the risk of chronic diseases, cancers and cardiovascular diseases.

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Vitamin C also has been associated with weight loss. Vitamin C-rich foods are generally low in calories but high in fiber—vital for weight loss and to produce the amino acid carnitine which enables burning of stored fat for energy production.

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Experts suggest a daily intake of 70-90 mgs of vitamin C per day. This is the equivalent of half a cup of sliced bell pepper, one large orange, two kiwi fruits or one cup of fresh strawberries. While fresh food is always superior, supplements are readily available at relatively low costs.

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 Ingredients ® 1 cup orange juice ® 6 large ice cubes ® 1 cup frozen strawberries ® 1 inch piece of fresh ginger ® ¼ red bell pepper ® 1 TBSP Swerve, Confectioners Sugar  Directions Add all ingredients to a high powered blender.

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The way we respond to a given situation depends on emotional intelligence.

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ake this recipe for people who don’t think they like squash, just don’t tell them that these are squash fries. Call them “Garlic Parmesan Fries” instead—soon they’ll swear by them!  Ingredients ® Olive oil spray (propellant free) ® 1 butternut squash (at least 2 1/2 pounds; not all will be used for this recipe) or 1 pound crinkle cut butternut squash sticks ® 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil ® 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (preferably natural) ® 1/4 cup finely chopped flat leaf parsley ® 2 tablespoons freshly minced garlic

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® 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika ® 1/8 teaspoon sea salt ® Crinkle cutter  Directions P reheat the oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with nonstick foil. Lightly mist it with spray. C ut both ends from the squash, then peel it, making sure to remove both the very outer layer of peel and the inner bit that is much lighter than most of the squash. Cut the squash in half lengthwise. Using a large spoon, scrape out the seeds. Cut the top portions just above the seeds off both halves (reserve the area with the seeds for another recipe). Using a crinkle cutter, cut 1/2 inch thick by approximately 4 inch long fry like pieces

from the top portions until you have 1 pound of “fries” (reserve any excess with the bottoms).  Transfer the fries to a medium mixing bowl.

Drizzle them with olive oil then sprinkle the cheese, parsley, garlic, paprika, and salt over top. Gently toss them until the fries are evenly coated. P lace the fries on the prepared baking sheet so they don’t touch.

Bake them until the fries are caramelized and tender throughout, about 20–25 minutes per side.

Enjoy immediately.

This recipe calls for a squash that is at least 2 1/2 pounds so you can handle it with ease. You will have a hearty portion of the squash leftover to use in another recipe. But if you buy a smaller squash, it will be very difficult to get even, fry like pieces.

CHOICES/EXCHANGES 1 starch, 1/2 fat

PER SERVING 110 calories 4 g fat 1 g saturated fat 0 g trans fat 5 mg cholesterol 190 mg sodium 435 mg potassium 15 g carbohydrate 3 g fiber 3 g sugars 4 g protein 45 mg phosphorus

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Vertigo 1 0 1 THE CAUSES,SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENTS

loss of balance when head changes position

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Vertigo is the feeling of motion, spinning and tilting in the absence of any movement. Although it can be quite debilitating, this compromised balance condition is actually quite common and can usually be resolved quickly and easily.

WHAT CAUSES VERTIGO? Typically, the disorder is brought on by an inner ear problem such as Meniere's disease or BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, which occurs when tiny calcium particles get displaced in the ear canal) but it can also result from an injury, stroke, tumor or as a medication side effect.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? • spinning • swaying • l oss of balance, particularly when the head changes position • nausea • vomiting • n ystagmus (abnormal, jerky eye movements)

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WHAT ARE THE TREATMENTS?  Time. Sometimes the body adapts to the inner ear changes and the problem subsides.  Physical therapy.

Vestibular rehabilitation helps train your other senses to compensate.  The Epley Maneuver.

For BPPV specifically, the American Academy of Neurology recommends this exercise to assist in relocating the displaced particles in the ear canal.

It is often performed by a medical doctor. Video demonstrations can be found on YouTube.com.  Medication. Indirect remedies are available to address issues such as inflammation that can cause vertigo or nausea that can result from it. Home remedies can be found at health.facty.com.

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 Surgery. When vertigo is caused by injury or a tumor, more aggressive methods are needed.

CAN VERTIGO BE PREVENTED? It’s difficult to prevent but some repeat sufferers have

reported success by using allergy medications and nasal sprays to keep the Eustachian tube and all other passages clear.

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ggs have been a pantry staple for centuries. Unfortunately, they have been the center of some debate in recent years.

While dieticians and nutritionists hail eggs as superfood, others warn of the “high” cholesterol content of the egg yolk.

However, recent studies found that elevated cholesterol and risk of heart disease is mainly caused by excessive intake of saturated fats combined with a genetic predisposition. Dietary intake of cholesterol has little impact on blood cholesterol levels.

Eggs should not be avoided. In fact, they should be on our plates on a regular basis. An excellent source of lean protein as well as a nutritional powerhouse, eggs provide more than 13 essential nutrients including vitamin B12, Vitamin A and Selenium, which plays a key role in a healthy metabolism. The nutrients are found in the yolks while the whites are mostly protein, which keeps hunger at bay on fewer calories.

Regular consumption of eggs for breakfast can aid weight-loss and weight management.

To get the most nutrition from egg dishes, opt for fresh, pasture-raised eggs. “Free-roaming chickens feeding on grass and weeds, insects and seeds gain optimum nutrition, which translates into better quality eggs. Eggs from pasture-raised chickens contain higher good cholesterol, lower bad cholesterol and higher Omega-3 fatty acid and vitamins,” said Kate Estrade, who raises chickens at Local Cooling Farms in Bogalusa and sells them to consumers out of her Laughing Buddha Nursery store in Metairie. Compared to mass-produced supermarket eggs, fresh, farm eggs are nutritionally superior as well as better for the environment and free of animal cruelty.

If you are not lucky enough to raise your own chickens, find a local farm or farmers market to purchase your eggs. Compared to meat, they are a considerably cheaper source of protein, so it is worth spending a little extra to get fresher, tastier eggs while also boosting your intake of essential nutrients.

Poached, baked or boiled eggs are healthiest options because frying and scrambling increases saturated fat content. Contrary to common opinion, eggs are more than breakfast food.

A couple of boiled eggs in the fridge make a quick, healthy snack.

Many Moroccan tagine dishes use baked eggs instead of meat, making this "eat fresh favorite" a healthy and satisfying mid-week dinner. Visit healthline.com for 6 Reasons Why Eggs are the Healthiest Food on the Planet!

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Why did the chicken cross the road?

You don’t have to think twice to answer that age-old riddle, do you?

More than likely that’s the first riddle you remember learning.

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here are hundreds of chicken jokes and riddles laying around and cracking people up. But there’s no laughing about it when it comes to raising chickens in your backyard.

Choosing a chicken as a family pet is chic, trendy, productive and egg-citing!

Imagine the benefits and fun in cooking with eggs less than a few hours old.

Wouldn’t one of those creatively constructed chicken coops add some distinction to your yard?

Hatching chicks, raising chickens and gathering eggs is a good, interactive introduction to urban farming that also provides an educational experience for the family. Lessons in responsibility come with raising chickens, too. You

will be collecting eggs daily and cleaning the waste on a regular basis.

So, what comes first, the chicken or the egg?

Let’s start with incubating fertilized eggs to hatch. If you don’t have any chickens or a rooster yet, visit a hatchery or search for fertilized eggs online.You will need an incubator, preferably one with a turning feature or a brooding hen who will keep the eggs warm. The incubation process takes 21 days before the baby chicks peck their way through the shell. Within three or four hours after hatching, the newborn chicks will be fuzzy, dry and ready to move on to a brooder, a heated enclosure, for about six weeks. A cardboard box, heat lamp and shavings may be all you need for an effective brooder.

While the baby chicks are growing, concentrate on getting their next home ready. Design and build your own coop or buy one already assembled.

As the backyard chicken craze continues to expand, there are an increasing number of coop designs. It's important to do your homework first. Use these tips to get started.

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Research the laws in your area. Many communities have rules against or guidelines for keeping chickens. It’s important to be fully informed before you take on any expenses or, for that matter, chickens. (Pro Tip: The presence of roosters is often prohibited.)

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Decide on your number of feathered friends because each chicken requires a minimum of four square feet of

living space if they roam during the day and at least 10 square feet if they are always confined.

Water and feeder accessories should sit about 8 inches above the ground.

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Design your coop. A perfect opportunity to create something uniquely yours, the project doesn’t have to be complicated. Using one of the countless, free blueprints available online and a few household scraps, you can build your coop for often less than $100.

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Keep your chickens safe.

Elevate the facility and choose quality latches to keep predators out. (Pro Tip: Before use, your coop can be tested for security by leaving raw meat locked within it a few nights to determine if intruders can break in.)

There is much more to learn about incubating and raising chickens as well as making sure that you have considered health concerns for your family. Detailed information is available from the USDA, local hatcheries, and websites such as mypetchicken.com.

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h c a d e B Boun Want the New York look without the red carpet budget? Head to your local craft store and buy your fringe and pompom trim by the yard. Break out last year's swimsuit cover-up and convert it into a runway-worthy garment.

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Whether you are headed to the beach this summer or your neighbor’s back yard pool party, you can’t go wrong with a straw tote, straw hat and satin slides with pizazz.

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Oppression Meets Triumph Set Apart Dance Company founder Sandie Livaudais, motivated by longtime abuse, serves, inspires and empowers others.

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ome describe it as drowning. Others say it’s a crushing sensation. Sandie Livaudais describes it as feeling lost.

For years, the longtime dance instructor suffered physical, verbal and emotional abuse.

Fifteen years of mistreatment culminated with the day Livaudais fought back.

“One day, I decided enough was enough so I hit back. He kicked all of us out that day, including our three kids so I stayed with my parents and took out a restraining order against him,” she said.

“Hopeless, failure, not good enough,” are just some of the words Livaudais used to describe how she felt following the incident.

Soon after, Livaudais discovered the extent of her abuse. She sought medical treatment and required months of physical therapy for neck and back injuries.

“I retreated into a shell and got professional help.”

Reflecting back, she says dancing was her safety net. “It was the only thing I was allowed to do. That, and church.”

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She dumped her emotions into her work—worry, disdain, anger and sorrow.

“I grew up in church and in my relationship with God, I had a vision for dance and always desired to be set apart.” She crafted her dances with the cords of her contempt and slowly grew her Set Apart Dance Company (SADC).

Then, Hurricane Katrina destroyed her home and studio on the South Shore. “I remember leaving with only three sets of clothes. No more home, no more community and now no studio,” Livaudais said. “In my heart, I was reminded I had to deliver a message to people through dance. The passion never left my heart.”

Today, free from her oppressor, Livaudais runs her studio in Mandeville and now empowers her young dancers with strength and individuality. “We teach dancers the technique and choreography with the vision to prepare them for any future endeavors.” She also inspires them to serve the community through her charitable donations.

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human trafficking, single parents, the homeless, domestic abuse and many other nonprofit organizations and families.

At every production, SADC presents a story to an audience and will in return give back any funds that were made as profit to different nonprofits,” Livaudais said. Proceeds from her September 15 show at the Greater Covington Center will benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

Livaudais continues her recovery by staying busy and helping others. In addition to teaching dance, she’s a fitness trainer, model and insurance analyst.

To learn more about SADC and their upcoming functions, visit www.setapartdance.com or find them on Facebook.

“I have a desire to reach people of all ages to bring them joy, peace and hope into their families,” Livaudais said.

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