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BROADCASTING

THE ESSENTIAL OILS DIET VEGETABLES

THAT TAKE THE PLACE OF STARCHES

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5 SUPER FOOD

18 WELLNESS

28 MIGHTY KIDS

Learn to Sharpen Your Observation Skills

20 RECIPE

29 RECIPE

8 HEALTHY MIND

21 RECIPE

30 RECIPE

10 NATURAL BEAUTY

24 HEALTHY DESTINATIONS

Broccoli Rabe

7 ADVERTORIAL

CBD - Healthy Mind All Natural Remedies for Dry Skin

12 HEALTHY BODY

How to Stay Healthy During the Holidays

14 EXERCISE

Schmexercise Tips for the Non-Exerciser

Restless Leg Syndrome: What Is It, and Is There a Cure?

Apple Crumble Pie Keto Broccoli Casserole Give the Gift of a Wellness Retreat this Holiday

26 PETS

Why Should You Adopt a Pet?

27 RECIPE

Superior Grill Baja Grilled Fish Tacos

Teaching Your Children the True Meaning of Charity Green Chicken Enchilada Casserole Broccoli Rabe Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

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Something Positive About Upward Sports

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By Kristy Podruchny

You’ve seen it at the farmers market: the vegetable that looks like broccoli and kale had a lovechild. Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, contains all the benefits of both in its leafy bouquet.

This nutritionally dense vegetable is a secret super food and is worthy of our attention.

VITA VEGGIE There’s more goodness to be found in broccoli rabe’s vitamin and mineral content.

It contains vitamins A, B6, C, E, and K along with calcium, potassium, magnesium, folate, niacin and manganese. Let’s not forget thiamin and niacin.

With stats like these, you start to question whether or not that generic multivitamin is necessary.

EAT YOUR FIBER The fiber content alone is enough to bring attention to broccoli rabe. Soluble fiber specifically allows sugar to be absorbed slowly to help prevent spikes. It also helps lower harmful LDL cholesterol. Simply put, soluble fiber grabs it and flushes it out. Both soluble and insoluble fiber help keep you full and satisfied.

OMEGA FATTY ACIDS Chronic inflammation wreaks havoc on the human body. It can cause a vicious cycle for our gut flora, increase our risk for cancer, cardiovascular disease and others.The anti-inflammatory properties from broccoli rabe come from the omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acid content.This is good news for vegans and others who prefer not to have fish on the menu.

PHYTOCHEMICALS Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli rabe contain phytochemicals called glucosinolates. These cancer fighters help detox and block carcinogens while reducing inflammation. The key is to make sure this phytochemical is absorbed using an enzyme called myrosinase. Cooking, especially at high temperatures, can deactivate the enzyme and reduce absorption. Our leafy, cancer-prevention ally works best if consumed as raw as possible.

These cancer fighters help detox and block carcinogens while reducing inflammation.

Don’t get intimidated by broccoli rabe’s extensive nutritional pedigree and deep green color–there are many great ways to include this super food in your diet.

Boiling and blanching will take the bitterness away. You can also toss chopped and sauteed broccoli rabe in a pasta dish with some peppery olive oil for a mouthwatering dinner. If you don’t mind the sharp bitter taste, try complementing your salad with a few broccoli rabe leaves. Massaging the leaves with salt or salad dressing will change the texture and flavor too. There are so many reasons to keep your eye out for this super food on your next trip to the grocery store or farmers market.

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contributing writers Amber Marie Arevalos Jim Currie Patricia F. Danflous Shannon Brown Ann Jarema Shirin Mehdi Crissie Mergogey Juliane Morris Kristy Podruchny The information contained in Inspire Health is intended for educational 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. V6

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With the holidays looming around the corner, (I should say speeding around the corner), now is the time to stop and reflect. Plan ahead. Plan to do something unusual this year. Here are a few ideas. Plan a healthy Thanksgiving and Christmas Feast that everyone will enjoy. Start with Inspire Health’s healthy holiday recipes in this issue. Next, plan to support a charity this holiday season.

Whether it is to provide gifts for children or something as simple as helping to serve a Thanksgiving or Christmas meal to the homeless. Our Mighty Kids article on “Teaching Your Children the True Meaning of Charity” will have some charitable suggestions and ideas. “Tis the season to be grateful for your family and everything you have.

As our friends in the Bahamas continue to struggle with repairing and rebuilding their communities, take a minute to see how you can help those in need. They are going to require our support for the months ahead. Start by going to www.bahamas.com/relief for a list of items needed. There are several go fund me accounts set up and some of them are set up to help specific islands and neighborhoods. You can choose anyone you want to support, the important thing is that we support someone. Be grateful for our health and fortune and be charitable to those in need.

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Learn to Sharpen Your Observation Skills

By Elizabeth Impastato The ability to see detail has a lot to do with our eye coordination and separating colors. The game, seek and find, is a good example of attention to detail and the ability to break down shapes with colors. As children, we can see objects from different perspectives giving off different colors. Children use color and shapes at a very young age to help them learn words, shapes and objects. The mind is able to process these details by repeating sight recognition.

Most people hold on to the ability to recognize the main color or shape of objects into adulthood. It is common to miss little details that surround us every day. Try a few exercises to test your eyes’ ability to capture detail.

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CBD OIL F OR A HE ALT H Y MIN D

By Kristy Podruchny

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odern medicine is retrieving cannabis from the depths of stigma.

If we fix a few laws, CBD (cannabidiol) will continue taking brain health to exciting new places.

The World Health Organization has deemed CBD as safe to use–there are no known adverse side effects unless it's used with certain medications, like statins.

CBD oil comes from hemp flowers and can be made using different techniques depending on the desired end product. Hemp is harvested and cured before the flower is removed, then it’s ground up and placed in a solvent, like alcohol. The solution is evaporated, leaving raw CBD oil behind!

Many CBD products are made into edibles, like chocolate or gummies. It's also available in sublingual tinctures, vape pens, cigarettes and transdermal patches.

Most consumers take CBD to treat chronic pain,

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insomnia and anxiety. Studies proving the effectiveness of using CBD to treat these ailments in humans are slim to none. Studies on animals show promise, but human trials are often prevented by drug laws.

The most conclusive research on CBD is related to seizures--specifically childhood illnesses like Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. CBD reduces or completely eliminates seizures where ant-seizure medications have failed.

The Endocannabinoid System CBD interacts with our bodies in a unique way. If we think of our body as a radio, the endocannabinoid system (ES) is the knob that brings us out of the static and back to a clear station for our brain, immune and endocrine systems.

This system helps the body maintain homeostasis with the help of endocannabinoids produced by neurons.

Both THC (the psychoactive compound in cannabis) and

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CBD produce phytocannabinoids which mimic the endocannabinoids we make. This could explain its reported effectiveness with pain management and memory.

Legal or Not? Stigma associated with cannabis is to blame for the delay in medical research. Lack of research makes it hard to reclassify cannabis to encourage federal legalization, but its drug class limits medical studies. Cannabis research is trapped in legal muck.

CBD sales have been legalized in Louisiana. With the passage of House Bill 491, the Louisiana Legislature legalized the sale of hemp and hemp-derived cannabidiol products.

The bill only authorizes the sale of hemp-derived

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Retailers have to follow specific rules if they want to sell CBD products. They will have to be permitted through Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control and won’t be allowed to sell any CBD product that can be inhaled or comes in an edible form.

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 Hydrate Keep your self and your skin hydrated by drinking plenty of water each day.

 Take Cooler Showers A hot steamy shower may be a lovely idea to beat the cold, but it can cause dry skin and worsen eczema. A lukewarm shower can save your skin during the winter months.

 Eat Healthy Fats Adding the right dose of certain fats to your diet can improve skin from the inside. Chia seeds, hemp seeds and ground flax seeds have an excellent balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fats. Easily blend them into smoothies or mixed into salad dressings to enhance your skin.

 Vitamin E Many moisturizers contain vitamin E which is great for skin health. Dark leafy greens, nuts and avocados are high in vitamin E and can easily be added to your diet to soften skin.

 Oatmeal Bath For thousands of years, oatmeal has been used to treat dry skin. Oatmeal is moisturizing, antiinflammatory and gentle for sensitive skin. To make an oatmeal bath, blend one cup of oats in a blender until it becomes a flour.

Stir it into a lukewarm bath and soak for 15 minutes.

 Exfoliate Use a salt or sugar scrub to remove dead, dry skin cells prior to moisturizing. This will help your skin absorb more moisture. Try a homemade scrub: mix together 1/2 cup sea salt or sugar, 1/2 cup jojoba oil, 2 teaspoons citrus zest. Rub onto skin while showering, and rinse.

 Homemade Moisturizer Store-bought Moisturizers have so many ingredients that it is hard to find one that is completely natural and safe. Luckily, you can make one at home with only three simple ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut oil, 1 teaspoon vitamin E oil, and 5 drops lavender essential oil.

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HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING THE HOLIDAYS

•Accept that you may gain some weight: It may sound counter-intuitive, but simply accept that it is the holidays, enjoy them, and do your best to make healthy choices. Several studies have found that while most people estimate they gain 5-10 pounds during the holidays, in reality, the average holiday weight gain is only 1 pound.

By Shannon Brown THE HOLIDAYS ARE THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR! BUT TRYING TO MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES, IN ADDITION TO ATTENDING HOLIDAY GATHERINGS AND FINDING THE RIGHT GIFTS CAN FEEL OVERWHELMING. HERE ARE A FEW TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR WAISTLINE IN CHECK DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON. • Stay moving: This doesn’t always have to mean going to the gym. Maybe you don’t have access to your regular facility. Try bundling up and taking children or pets on a snowy hike, or walk around the neighborhood to admire decorations. Another option is at-home YouTube exercise videos. Spending a few moments on exercise will help you de-stress and feel more calm and optimistic.

CDC recommendations are 30 minutes, five days per week, but even a small amount of exercise can improve focus, reduce anxiety and blood pressure and improve sleep.

Some recent studies, such as one published in the Journal of Internal Medicine, have even found that being active throughout the day as part of daily life, is better at regulating weight than leading a sedentary lifestyle and spending an hour a day at the gym.

•Focus on filling up, rather than depriving yourself: Even those with the iron wills may find themselves slipping at the aroma of a freshly baked pie. Instead of relying on willpower alone, focus on filling yourself up with a snack or meal before holiday parties. The best snacks include a mix of fiber, protein

and fat. Some ideas are vegetables and hummus, Greek yogurt and berries or apple slices and almond butter.

•Bring healthy options to potlucks: You might be surprised to find that you are not alone in seeking to maintain a healthy weight. Try bringing a healthy appetizer, or make a lighter option of a classic dish. For example, instead of sugary sweet potatoes topped with marshmallows, try bringing a root vegetable gratin, or make a mashed sweet potato dish with ghee, maple syrup and pecans.

•Practice mindfulness: Taking a few moments to process your emotions will help you avoid reactions such as overeating. We should not take others’ behavior personally.

Whenever you encounter a difficult person, tell yourself, ‘this person is suffering, and that’s why they’re acting this way.’ It will soften my frustration. This allows you to respond with more kindness during the stresses of the holidays and avoid potentially destructive (or hurtful) reactions.

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SCHMEXERCISE TIPS FOR THE NON-EXERCISER Juliane Morris

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f exercise is a bad word to your ears, you’re not alone. Where some people smile at the thought of a gym membership, a solo run on a sunny winter day or using circuit training equipment in their basement, other people just don’t get those

warm fuzzies—at all.

Yet, research continues to compile the risks of eating too much or too poorly, and exercising too little. With exercise, heart disease, diabetes, stroke and cognitive decline can be helped, delayed or possibly prevented. Can effective

exercise happen for the most inertia-seated, exerciserepulsed, couch potato? Yes! The CDC minimum recommended physical activity changed from “20 minutes of vigorous activity three days per week" to "30 minutes of moderate activity five or more days per week."

Solo Slow Dancing

Movements as simple as standing and stretching add deposits to your health bank for well-being, weight, strength, flexibility, improved mental health and perhaps even lengthening life.Try fidgeting your feet while sitting, dancing a bit while doing chores around the house, taking the stairs and moving around to shift weight while standing in line.

Here are some other ideas to help non-exercisers.

NON-EXERCISE 1: SOLO SLOW DANCING

Accredited to a Taoist Monk for its creation, Tai Chi is practiced for defense training, health benefits and meditation. This is our non-exerciser modification. Be aware of your breathing, keeping it slow and deep.

Step One: Turn on some slow music. If you have a smart radio, try requesting “spa/meditation” or “relaxing symphony” music.

Step Two: Move in slow, fluid motions; move however your body takes you!

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Step One: Find something to lift (or notice it when something is already in your hand).

Now, really lift it, up and down, slowly a few times, parallel with the floor and downward.

Step Two: Discover what other everyday items become liftable in new ways and repeat Step One.

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NON-EXERCISE 3: STILL LIKE A TABLE, RIGHT…?

Shifting weight engages all sorts of muscles. There’s something both relaxing and refreshing about this movement to recharge your focus or transition between tasks.

Step One: From an upright position, slowly lower your knees to the floor, hip width apart. Move your hands to the floor, shoulder width apart, knees squared with hips, and hands with shoulders.

Step Two: Breathing slowly and deeply, carefully shift weight very slightly from side to side, and then slightly forward and backward.

Step Three: Tighten core, slowly tuck and raise belly, arching back upward slightly, and then lower belly, back arching downward slightly toward floor.

Return to neutral and slowly return to upright position. Repeat steps as desired.

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VEGETABLES

THAT TAKE THE PLACE OF STARCHES

By Kristy Podruchny

Veggies like zucchini and cauliflower are making their way into our diet as replacements for starchy foods like pasta and potatoes. As keto and other low-carb lifestyles are becoming popular, many people are learning that they don't miss the alternative when they try a well-prepared mashed cauliflower or zucchini noodle dish.

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efore we dive into a few yummy alternatives, let’s check out the health benefits.

According to Advances in Nutrition, “vegetables also supply vitamins and minerals to the diet and are sources of phytochemicals that function as antioxidants, phytoestrogens, and antiinflammatory agents.” When substituting non-starchy vegetables, you’re giving any dish a cancer-fighting, nutrition-packed boost.

The extra fiber content from non-starchy veggies helps you stay full so there’s no need for that extra serving. A 2015 study published

by PLOS Medicine states, “Components of fruits and vegetables that may differentiate their impact on weight change include fiber content, glycemic load (GL), and biologically active constituents like polyphenols and sugars.

Higher fiber intake increases satiety, which in turn may reduce total energy intake and prevent weight gain.”

Keeping this in mind for the holiday season could save a few inches from creeping to our waistlines.

When you compare the amount of carbs found in one cup of cauliflower rice (5g) to regular rice (45g), you can see what a weight loss goldmine substituting non-starchy veggies is. The taste is slightly nuttier and the texture is more tender than regular rice, but if you find a great recipe online for cauliflower fried rice, you’ll get addicted. The cauliflower soaks different flavors up like a sponge.You can find riced cauliflower already prepped in the frozen food section or make it at home with a grater or food processor. Cauliflower is wonderful when

oodles are Zucchini n rite for a huge favo estyles. low-carb lif it’s mashed or made into pita-like chips for a holiday dip lined with veggies.

Zucchini noodles are a huge favorite for low-carb lifestyles. Like cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles can work themselves into many different dishes, and they taste amazing. Using a spiralizer is the easiest way to make these noodles at home. Add a touch of balsamic vinegar, salt, and olive oil for a fresh treat, or simply substitute zucchini noodles instead of pasta for your next pasta dish.

Two words: eggplant Parmesan. Those who have tried this popular dish are already acquainted with how delicious this non-starchy vegetable substitute can be.

The hearty texture eggplant offers makes it easy to stick to a low-carb lifestyle. Skip the pasta and add the sauce with a generous portion of cheese (or cheese substitute if you’re dairy free).

Don’t forget the sturdy and filling portobello mushroom. Stuff them full of goodies or replace your hamburger bun with one or two of these low-carb shrooms. Holidays are a great time to introduce portobello burgers or stuffed bellas to the family.

Don’t miss the opportunity to share healthy recipes and alternatives with family and friends. Besides, they’ll want to know how you lost the weight and gained a glow.

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RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME

WHAT IS IT AND IS THERE A CURE?

By Shannon Brown

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OU LIE DOWN IN BED AFTER A LONG DAY, GET COMFORTABLE, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN… THAT INDEFINABLE, URGENT, TWITCHY, RESTLESS FEELING COMES OVER YOU, AND YOU KNOW YOU AREN’T GOING TO SLEEP WELL. Those who haven’t experienced it may never quite understand the discomfort that is restless leg syndrome. While many might feel they won’t be taken seriously at a doctor’s office, it is a real problem that affects an estimated seven to 11 percent of the population in western countries.

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Medically, restless leg syndrome is defined as an uncomfortable sensation that causes an uncontrollable urge to move your legs. It is also known as Willis-Eckbom syndrome.

Symptoms usually begin at night or during afternoon periods of rest and go away in the morning. RLS grows more common as people age and it is also linked with certain genetic characteristics that can be passed down in families.

One of the main chemicals suspected to play a role in restless leg is the neurotransmitter dopamine.

Technically, while RLS affects sleep, it is defined as a neurological sensory disorder, because it is believed that the symptoms originate in the brain. Dopamine affects mood and attention as well as movement, and medications that affect dopamine are used for severe cases of restless leg.

Mineral deficiencies that have been linked to RLS are iron, vitamin D, folate and magnesium.

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which can cause secondary RLS are pregnancy, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, kidney disease and neuropathy (nerve damage).

Many of these conditions affect iron levels, and iron is needed for the body to create dopamine.

One new study found that a gut disorder called small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) may be more common in patients with RLS. It was a small study, but it’s a promising new direction. "Exploring the relationship between RLS and gut microbial health has the potential to open novel avenues for possible detection, prevention and treatment for RLS and other sleep disorders," said lead author Daniel Jin Blum, Ph.D., D.B.S.M., of Stanford University.

Doctors are still exploring effective treatment strategies. According to another Stanford study, there is little evidence linking caffeine consumption or nicotine to restless leg. Alcohol, however, tends to exacerbate RLS, as do several types of

Frequent exercise, and massage or using a foam roller are suggested remedies. medications. These include antihistamines, anti-nausea drugs and antidepressants.

Taking supplements or adjusting diet can be helpful in addressing nutrient deficiencies. For example, ironrich foods include red meat, leafy greens and beans; and consuming foods containing vitamin C can help with iron absorption.

Foods rich in magnesium include almonds, spinach and cashews, and those with folate include liver, spinach and black-eyed peas.

During an RLS episode, try engaging in an activity that is mentally stimulating, such as solitaire or chess.

Taking a warm bath before bed with Epsom salts for magnesium, frequent exercise and massage or using a foam roller are other suggested remedies. Having a regular sleep schedule is also recommended.

While there’s currently no cure for RLS, addressing nutrient deficiencies and making some changes to your routine can help control symptoms and improve your quality of life.

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Apple

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By Amber Marie Arevalos During the holidays, most of us tend to overdue it on the sweet treats and holiday classics. From turkeys to tamales, we all have a holiday classic dish that reminds us of home, but there is one holiday favorite everyone can agree is a staple during the holidays. That is the famous apple pie! Store-bought is fine, but to test your skills and create a personalized pie, here is a basic recipe that’s almost foolproof. Not only can you modify the recipe to fit those in your family who have allergies, but you can also determine how sweet and how soft you want your apples.

INGREDIENTS 1 of your favorite pie crust recipes or a premade crust 5 large Granny Smith apples Zest of 1 lemon, about 1–2 teaspoons J uice of half a lemon, about 2 teaspoons 1 /2 cup granulated sugar 1 /4 cup coconut sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 –1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 /2 teaspoon nutmeg

INSTRUCTIONS  Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  I n a medium sized mixing bowl, make the crumble by combining all the dry crumble ingredients. Toss the ingredients together to evenly combine. Combine the cold butter into the dry ingredients by squeezing and breaking it up with your fingers until crumbs form. Cover with Saran wrap and put in the freezer. P eel and core the Granny Smith apples. Slice the apples into slices that are 1/8" thick and 1" long. In a FOR THE CRUMBLE large mixing bowl, toss the apple 1 cup rolled oats slices with the lemon zest and 1 /2 cup coconut sugar lemon juice. Then, add in the 1/2 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour cup granulated sugar, 1/4 coconut 1 stick cold butter cut into small pieces sugar, 2 tablespoons all-purpose

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flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Toss to evenly combine. T ake the pie crust and pour in the apple mixture. The apples should be about 1/4"–1/2" taller than the edge of the pie pan. T ake the crumb topping out of the freezer. Take a knife and break up into large pieces. Then, use your fingers to break into smaller crumb pieces, using medium pressure to press into an even layer to the pie. P lace the pie plate on a parchment-lined baking sheet to protect your oven if it bubbles over. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, then lower the oven to 350 degrees and bake for another 35-40 minutes, or until the crumb topping is golden and the pie is bubbling.  Allow it to cool at room temperature uncovered. Serve at room temperature. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Servings: 4 Calories: 341 Fat: 31g Carbohydrates: 8g Protein: 9g

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KETO BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

By Amber Marie Arevalos So many diets come and go with only a small percentage of the population jumping onboard. One diet that has kept afloat through the past couple of years is the keto diet. Many people have seen great results with following a strict keto diet. The recipes are full of things normal dieters tend to leave out, but keto does not turn its back on fats and protein. In fact, most meals contain only cheese and meat. This recipe provides all the macros you need to follow a keto plan. This is a simple twist to the original broccoli casserole dish and could be made several different ways by adding more bacon or even switching out the type of cream. Even the cheese can be altered to your favorite cheese. Enjoy this dish with friends and family and inspire them to try keto!

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Dr. Z and Mama Z share the natural way for a healthier, happier and blessed life.

By Patricia F. Danflous

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leaning windows is not a first date scenario. It’s not even close to anything resembling romance. Unless you are Eric (Dr. Z) and Sabrina (Mama Z) Zielinski. A little more than 13 years ago, they connected while doing windows following church services.

“I was sitting next to one of my mentors in church, when I saw him and asked ‘Who is that? He’s hot.’,” Mama Z recalled. “Later he walked out the door while I was washing the windows and he didn’t even say ‘hi.’ But at the next church meeting, I introduced myself and soon he was washing windows with me. We’ve been together ever since. “It was a

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whirlwind romance; we got married six months after we met and it has been just wonderful,” said Dr. Z. The very happy couple and parents of four are sharing their personal story and professional expertise through an on-line ministry, their Natural Living pod-cast and research-rich publications.

Dr. Z., an aromatherapist, public health researcher and chiropractor, and Mama Z, a natural health guru, are nationally recognized for teaching more than six million followers how bioactive plant compounds found in essential oils and in foods such as chia seeds, almonds, avocados and matcha green tea, can support weight loss, increase

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energy and trigger the body’s natural immune defenses.

And while there is no statistical evidence yet, following a natural lifestyle may help you win beauty pageants, too.

Mama Z took home the Mrs. Georgia America crown just a few days before talking to INSPIRE HEALTH about their pod-cast, the release of their book, “The Essential Oils Diet,” and their insight to living an abundant life.

Uniting as man and wife has led to a wonderful family and working together only adds to their joys and blessings. In an interview peppered with asides focusing on their children, the Z’s acknowledge that their

There are alternatives to the fast-food, drive-through pop-it in the microwave way of eating that can fit into a time-consumed lifestyle. professional life is all about collaboration. “We each have our strengths,” explained Mama Z. “Eric with the many things he does as a public health researcher; I have the practical applications, the recipes and the DIY aspects.

It is a perfect blend to share our lifestyle, and to give so many people all the hacks that have taken us a few years to create. We want people to fast forward their health journey and not have to go through some of the same things we did.”

It wasn’t always easy for the essential oils experts. Dr. Z is frank about his early struggles with substance abuse and the recovery from several chronic diseases in his early 20s.

Although he had regained control of his life and health through natural living, when they first met, Mama Z was going through an eating disorder. “I was on fire and all about natural health,” he recalled. “Everything I ate, Sabrina always jokes, was green or brown. I had a lot of rice cakes. I was totally eating to live, not living to eat.” As he helped her through the eating disorder, Mama Z made the decision that they should both enjoy food a little more.

“She’s been a mastermind in the kitchen, converting all of our favorite foods,” Dr. Z explained. “You can get any recipe and make it healthy.

Sabrina figured out how to do all that. That's been really our journey and essentially why we wrote ‘The Essential Oils Diet,’ to give people food freedom. Gluten-free, sugar-free,

dairy-free cake is the healthy way, but it has to be tasty so you can have it and eat it too, so to speak.”

The recently released book is a road map to achieving and maintaining weight loss and abundant health.

More than a diet book, it is an innovative way to use essential oils and bioactive foods as a way to transform your life with recipes, exercises and a wealth of tips to help you along the journey.

The couple recommends starting a transformation by substituting a few different ingredients – maple syrup or honey instead of sugar, for example. “It actually changes the food,” Dr. Z said.

By making those small changes you end up making big changes because your taste buds start changing. You eliminate the sugar and detox from that in your lifestyle. Then, later on, when you're cooking with Stevia, maple syrup or honey, you have these natural options that taste good with a healthy benefit.”

While the Zielinskis are adamant about natural living, they are extremely careful not to shame people who are not. But they are concerned.

“As a society, we're barely just surviving,” Dr. Z explained. “People are just too busy. Yes, we're one of the most affluent countries in the world but most people now have to have mom and dad, husband and wife, both working. When I was a kid, grandma was at home. It wasn't even a question. Grandma never worked. Grandpa worked and grandma took care of everything. It wasn't until the Baby Boom Generation that more and more women decided to work. So, who's going to stay home and cook, right?”

There are alternatives to the fast-food, drive-through pop-it in the microwave way of eating that can fit into a time-consumed lifestyle. “Frozen food can be good if you do it right.

Some of these frozen pizzas that are gluten-free and dairy-free, in a pinch,

those can be good for kids,” Dr Z continued. “But the reality is we all tend to put ourselves in a situation of having no time. So, you've got to recognize that and then adopt what Sabrina calls, the slow food movement and be intentional. Come up with good solutions and don’t become a victim of your schedule.”

“When you are intentional, you will find time in your schedule to do what you need to do,” Mama Z said. “Take the healthy recipes that you're going to use, double or triple them - because it doesn't take much more effort; only a few more ingredients - and then freeze the extras because we all know we're going to have weeks where all you have time for is to heat something up.

Be completely intentional about what you do and that allows you freedom to do what you need to do.”

“One of the biggest tips that I give to families is have a food schedule,” she said. “For us, Monday night is breakfast night. We have different recipes (a family favorite is almond flour pancakes ) but it's always something breakfasty.

It could be a quiche; it could be a crustless quiche. It changes every single time. On Tuesdays, it’s tuna or salmon.

We have a schedule for everyday that is both structured and flexible because we have so many healthy options.”

“You do have control,” Dr. Z said.

“And that's what we're really trying to help people with through our books, podcast and online presence. Hey, we get it, especially with Miss America here. We are two very busy people with four kids. If we can do it, so could you.”

For more information about Dr. Z and Mama Z and “The Essential Oils Diet” tune in to their Natural Living Family podcast on iTunes or visit www.naturallivingfamily.com.

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In a survey of 1,200 fulltime employed Americans, Kimble Applications found that 47 percent of participants didn’t take all of their vacation last year, and 21 percent forfeited more than five vacation days.

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WHY SHOULD YOU ADOPT A PET?

By Ann Jarema

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t’s estimated that each year, over 6.5 million companion animals, otherwise defined as an animal that is suitable to be a home pet, are surrendered to community animal shelters across the United States.This means that there is one animal surrendered per every 50 people in the country.

And this number does not represent the number of pets already in homes.

While there are many reasons that people choose to surrender a pet, the most common seem to be tied to moving or relocation, where a pet might not be allowed in a new home. Another common reason is tied to behavioral issues of the animal that a pet owner is unable to change because they don’t have the desire or skills necessary to help the animal improve their behavior.

With the majority of these animals ready to be accepted into a new home, those who wish to bring a pet into their home should look into pet rescue. While many may think a pet store is the best place to get a cute little puppy or kitten, there are thousands of young cats and dogs available at shelters too. Many older pets are

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looking for their final home where they can live as a loving companion.

Pets are known to help reduce stress levels, blood pressure and even cholesterol for their owners due to the need for daily activity that might not otherwise take place. Even petting a cat or dog can release oxytocin, which plays a role in bonding and happiness.

Pet ownership can yield a wealth of benefits for those willing to adopt a pet and take the time to provide the pet with proper love and care.

Those with pets often have a lower prevalence of heart disease and decreased cortisol (a stress hormone) and increased serotonin (a feel-good chemical) levels. Pets are great in helping their owners connect with other people, which can lower the risk of depression and loneliness.

Pet owners indicate that they are happier and more trusting. If you are lonely, you may consider letting a pet rescue you.

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Petting a cat or dog can release of oxytocin, which plays a role in bonding and eliciting feelings of happiness.

There are several great local rescue groups and private and public shelters that have pets of all sizes, breeds and ages to choose from.

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Superior Grill Baja Grilled Fish Tacos Servings: 4 Calories: 280 Fat: 5g Saturated Fat: 1.5g Sodium: 380mg Carbohydrates:21g Fiber: 2g Sugar: 6g Protein: 39g

INGREDIENTS • 4 7-ounce tilapia filets •¼ cup Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Toasted Onion & Garlic No Salt/ No Sugar Seasoning • 8 corn tortillas • 2 cups red cabbage, shredded • 4 lemon wedges • ½ cup pico de gallo (store-bought or homemade) • 1 cup Superior yogurt sauce (see recipe below) SUPERIOR YOGURT SAUCE 1 teaspoon horseradish 1/3 cup red onion, chopped 1 teaspoon sea salt 2 tbsp garlic, chopped 1/4 cup Creole mustard 1/4 cup white vinegar 2 cups light plain yogurt Make yogurt sauce: combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.

Cover and store in refrigerator until ready to use. Preheat gas-fired grill or barbeque on medium high heat. Cut each tilapia filet into 2 pieces lengthwise and season with seasoning blend. Place tilapia onto grill, cook for 3 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Heat corn tortillas on a skillet at medium heat for 20 seconds on each side. Assemble fish on corn tortillas and garnish with the cabbage, lemon, pico de gallo, and Superior yogurt sauce.

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TEACHING YOUR CHILDREN THE TRUE MEANING OF

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By Ann Jarema

ACCORDING TO A STUDY BY UCLA, IT IS BELIEVED THAT 3.1 PERCENT OF THE WORLD’S CHILDREN LIVE IN AMERICA, BUT THEY OWN 40 PERCENT OF THE TOYS GLOBALLY. AND, THE HUFFINGTON POST INDICATES THAT THE AVERAGE AMERICAN THROWS AWAY 65 POUNDS OF CLOTHING (OR MORE) EACH AND EVERY YEAR. LET’S NOT STOP THERE, AS THE WALL STREET JOURNAL STATES THAT AMERICANS SPEND OVER $1 TRILLION EACH YEAR ON THINGS THEY DON’T NEED.

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hose results are staggering. As adults, if we are creating and living this life of excess, what kind of message are we sending to our children?

While giving a child many gifts might not create a sense of entitlement, not teaching children how to respect those gifts and to be thankful for what they have, will.

So how do we help create a sense of charity for our children? It starts with us and our own behaviors. If you sense that your children are showing signs of entitlement and a “want, want, want” personality, here are three easy suggestions to help teach them to “give, give, give.”

• At least once per week, have your children do something that is nice for someone else. For example, during the fall, if you see an elderly neighbor raking leaves, send your child over to help. Not only will this be helpful, but it may also bring a sense of laughter and delight, for both child and neighbor.

And, it’s great exercise too!

Children will enjoy selecting a special gift fo r another child , especially knowing tha t their gift may be the only present that child receives for Christma s.

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• Turn birthdays into an opportunity to give.

Many organizations are looking for volunteers that can actually align well with a birthday party. Feed My Starving Children (www. fmsc.org) has locations in multiple states and children aged 5 and older when accompanied by the appropriate number of adults over age 18, can pack food that is then sent to people in need all over the world.

• Adopt a family during the holidays. Many schools and religious organizations adopt families in need and you can be assigned one person or an entire family. This allows you to buy Christmas gifts for other family members that you are assigned. You wrap and deliver them to drop-off locations. These gifts are then delivered to the family before the holiday so that they have gifts to open on Christmas morning. Children will enjoy selecting a special gift for another child, especially knowing that their gift may be the only present that child receives for Christmas.

If your local school or religious organization does not participate in such an activity, search online for “adopt a family at Christmas."

When we make it fun for children to give to others, they find it an enjoyable experience that they want to continue, even into adulthood. When we start early enough, our children make this part of their regular routine, and in many cases, look for additional ways that they can do something nice for someone else.

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GREEN CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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By Amber Marie Arevalos

hen the weather starts changing and the sweaters start to come out, my kitchen turns into a comfort zone. Our bodies naturally crave warm, wholesome foods when the lower temperatures arrive. Nothing says comfy, cozy, wholesome food to me like a freshly baked chicken enchilada casserole.

I spent numerous hours with my grandmother teaching me how to prepare enchiladas and the time and patience it takes dealing with every step of the process. She would take the corn tortilla, lightly fry it, stuff it with all its goodness and place it into the prepared baking dish one by one creating this meal for a family of 6, which included 3 growing athletes. It

could take hours to prepare this dish, but as a working mom with a busy schedule it seems merely impossible to take the time to do this on a weekday. So, with some inspiration from my aunt, we created a simple, easy way to throw this comfort food together with love and flavor!

INGREDIENTS • 4 chicken breasts cooked and shredded • 1 (28 oz) green chile enchilada sauce, Las Palmas • 12 oz Monterey Jack Cheese • 10 flour tortillas • 3 springs cilantro chopped • 3 green onions chopped • ½ cup chopped olives (optional) • 1 cup sour cream

DIRECTIONS P reheat the oven to 425 F degrees. P our half of the sauce into a 9x13 inch baking dish. P lace tortillas to cover the bottom of the casserole dish, but not completely overlapping.  L ayering: top tortillas with chicken, cheese than sauce. Put enough sauce to cover the whole tortilla. R epeat until all the chicken is used, ending with just tortilla on top.  Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the tortillas, than sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top. Top with the optional olives. P lace the dish in the oven and bake for 25 minutes.  Top with chopped cilantro, green onions and sour cream before serving.

NUTRITION

Serving: enchilada | Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 871mg | Potassium: 228mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 16% | Vitamin C: 4.7%| Calcium: 31.5% | Iron: 9.5%

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Stuffed

BROCCOLI RABE

PORK TENDERLOIN

By Amber Marie Arevalos

INGREDIENTS •1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed •3 tablespoons olive oil, divided •1 teaspoon sea salt, divided •1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper •3 garlic cloves, minced •1 (2-lb.) pork loin, trimmed •4 ounces very thinly sliced prosciutto •2 cups unsalted vegetable stock •1/4 cup dry white wine •1½ teaspoon nutritional yeast •2 tablespoons butter DIRECTIONS

 Boil broccoli in boiling water for

3 minutes; plunge into an ice bath for 1 minute. Drain well. Wrap broccoli in paper towels; squeeze dry. Chop broccoli into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Place in bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and garlic.

3/4 inch from bottom, keeping knife parallel with cutting board; do not cut through the other side. Continue slicing lengthwise from right to left, unrolling loin as you slice, to form a 3/4-inch-thick rectangle. Season with remaining salt.

 Arrange prosciutto in layers to

cover inside of loin. Spread broccoli mixture on top, leaving a 1-inch border.

Roll pork up left to right. Tie with twine in knots at 2-inch intervals.

 Combine stock, and wine in a

roasting pan. Place pan over medium heat and stirring until nutritional yeast dissolves. Set a roasting rack in pan.

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 Heat a large skillet over medi-

um-high. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Place loin in pan; cook 12 minutes or until browned. Place loin on rack; cover loosely with foil. Roast at 325°F for 50 minutes or until meat registers 150°F. Remove pork from pan; let pork stand 20 minutes. Swirl butter into pan juices until butter melts. Cut pork into 3/4-inch slices; serve

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By Jim Currie

eff Peacock has been enrolling his son Daniel in sports leagues since he was in first grade. Daniel’s skills have increased in sports like football, soccer and basketball. But that’s not why the Peacocks keep coming back.

“We want to see our son interact well with other boys. Here, they spend time on relationships to build a team.

That’s an important life skill and I value that along with the skills to play a game.”

Ashley Roberts, (24), is the Upward Sports coordinator at First Baptist Church in Covington where the Peacock family plays. Her mission is clear, “We plan to have fun while we teach children skills in sports. The Upward Sports program is all about having a positive team experience.”

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“I was challenged to learn the game in those years. I stayed with Upward Sports from kindergarten through the sixth grade and then switched to participate on school teams. I had the skills to make the team and excelled in high school and college sports.” Roberts explained the philosophy as a focus upon technical skills and terminology while keeping the game fun.

“We find that kids join the league at different ages and skill levels. We want the advanced kids to continue their growth while allowing the newer kids time to learn the sport and have fun.”

Sometimes there is no score.

Roberts explains that many games are played without keeping a formal score.

“The kids always know how many points they’ve scored, and we’re good with that. But as we expanded our league, we decided to play multiple

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games at the same time. In some sports like football, this created a bit of a dilemma in that we only have one scoreboard. So, we just decided keeping the score wasn’t a critical part of the experience. We haven’t missed it.” Roberts went on to explain that keeping score does have merit in teaching good values.

“We place an emphasis upon learning humility. That works best from

the winning side as they seek to empathize and have camaraderie with the losing side. Empathy can be a better life skill than scoring a goal.” Peacock agrees that Upward Sports focus on more than game skills.

“I enjoy coaching here – if the child learns to work effectively as a team, we’ve better prepared them to start a career. It is very satisfying to see the light come on when our players learn teamwork.”

First Baptist Church of Covington Pastor Glynn Robinson has directed the church’s Upward Sports program since inception in 2012.

“We are very pleased with these leagues. The community response has been very strong as parents are looking for a sports experience that is both positive and safe. Our programs include football, soccer and cheerleading. At least half of the participating families are not members of our church. Some families drive from Hammond to join our league.”

“I’ve worked with Upward Sports as both a coach and as a parent”, said Jeff Peacock, “and I’m very pleased. Each child gets to play the different positions. They get a good experience with other families at practices and games. I feel the sport is managed from a perspective of safety. I just don’t think we could ask for anything more.” Then Peacock grins, “Except for maybe an extra touchdown at the game this Saturday.”

Upward Sports seeks to teach life lessons by embedding the coaching materials with tools like “word of the day” values. Tips include vignettes on teamwork, sportsmanship and being humble.

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The First Baptist Church programs are based upon the national organization called Upward Sports. This national program is non-denominational and works with churches to organize effective leagues that emphasize teaching skills and fun rather than mere competition. Leagues typically last 10 weeks with eight games.

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During the past 25 years, East St. Tammany’s Habitat for Humanity chapter has grown into a full construction organization building 140 homes and providing 436 parents and children safe, decent affordable housing. Construction on homes 141 and 142 started last month.

The goal is to build simple, decent, affordable homes for families in need. By partnering with strong community members and targeting geographic locations that are desirable and functional towards improving their quality of life, Habitat for Humanity aims to provide a basic human need that will positively impact the community.

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This year, the Rosies had nine teams, comprised of 9-14 women each, with each crew working one full day. Being a Rosie requires more than just posing for an amazing photo. All Rosies must raise $500 each in sponsorships, and donate their time and sweat to build a home.

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We challenge you to be a part of this mission. There are so many ways to use your own personal talents and gifts to benefit a family in need.

Whether it’s through advocacy, volunteering or donating, your partnership will help us in the fight to end poverty housing in our community and put another family one step closer to simple, decent, affordable housing.

All-female crews, called “Rosie’s,” honor the iconic World War II embodiment of female empowerment in the work force; also known as Rosie the Riveter.

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The 7th annual Louisiana Veterans Festival to benefit the Habitat Veteran Build Program! Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Heritage Park, in Slidell, LA. See the WWII Victory Belles, an exciting car show and a special salute to our veterans with fire works. General admission is $15, veterans and children 12 & under free.

For More Information on the program, how to donate or volunteer, contact: President/CEO Rene Arcemont at Rene. arcemont@esthfh.org Assistant Exec. Director Kentrell Jones Volunteer.coordinator@esthfh.org

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The Copeland-LSU Health Science Center Partnership in Viruses, Cancer and Immunotherapy at the Stanly S. Scott Cancer Center (SSSCC) was formed and provided the opportunity for ACF to fund critical research, education and patient programs.

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In 2011, the $I million Al Copeland/Cancer Crusaders Endowed Chair in Neuroendocrine Cancer was established. The partnership focuses on cancers caused by viruses as well as immunotherapy.

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Upcoming Events

Chafunkta Bike Crawl, Chafunkta Brewing Company, Every Saturday, Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Price: Free Chafunkta Brewing Company, 69123 Skybrook Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471, (985) 869-0716 The Northshore Invitational, St. Tammany Art Association Barranger Gallery, Weekly, Tuesday-Saturday until November 30, 2019 Native Americans in St. Tammany: Bayou Lacombe Museum Programs, Bayou Lacombe Museum, Saturdays until November 30, 2019 Free Sunrise Yoga at Riverwalk, Wednesdays until November 20, 2019, Riverwalk (Yoga will be held in open area by Nordstrom Rack or on Riverwalk food court balcony once weather permits.)

Happy’s Running Club NOLA, Every Wednesday, Happy’s Irish Pub on Poydras Nawlins Outdoor Market, Dates: September 14, 2019-December 27, 2020, Saturday & Sunday, Location: 1048 Scotsdale Dr., Address: Harvey, LA, Phone: (504) 296-8919, Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Square Dancing with Ozone Squares Dance Club, Greater Covington Center, Mondays until December 16, 2019 Zen Meditation, Mondays, Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Levenson St., Abita Springs, LA 70420, Donations appreciated Abita Brew Krewe on the Run, Abita Brewing Company, Wednesdays, Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, Price: Free, Abita Brewing Company, 166 Barbee Rd., Covington, LA 70433 Chef’s Holiday Tasting, Benefit for Northshore Food Bank, November 20, 2019, Time: 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM, Price: $20 ticket or $120 table of 8, Franco’s Health Club & Spa, 100 Bon Temps Roule, Mandeville, LA 70471, (985) 792-0200 12th Annual East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity Fall Gala, November 22, 2019, Time: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Price: $75 Individual , The Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, LA 70460, (985) 639-0656 Elf, The Musical, November 22, 2019 - December 8, 2019, Time: 7:00 PM Daily , Price: Adult $18, $10 Youth, Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Drive, Slidell, LA 70458 Email your event info to Art@igofox.com

LPO Presents Mozart’s Requiem, November 22, 2019, Time: 7:30pm; 6:30pm for pre-concert talk with Conductor, Price: Adult tickets $20-$55, Student with valid student ID or Child $10, First Baptist Church of Covington, 16333 Hwy. 1085, Covington, LA 70433, (504) 523-6530 Storytime at the Museum: How to Catch a Turkey, November 22, 2019, Time: 11:00 AM, Price: Free Children’s Museum of St. Tammany, 21404 Koop Dr., Mandeville, LA 70471, (985) 888-1555 5th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Bazaar, November 23, 2019, Time: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Price: Free, Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, 71667 Leveson Street, Abita Springs, LA 70433, (985) 892-8111 Northshore Cajun Dance ft. Choupique, November 23, 2019, Time: Dance lesson 7:00pm - 7:30pm; Live music 8pm - 10:30pm, Price: $10 non-members, $8 members, Abita Springs Town Hall, 22161 Level Street, Abita Town Hall , Abita Springs, LA 70420, (504) 583-8603 Southern Hotel’s Photos with Santa by Heidi Bowers, Southern Hotel, November 24, 2019, December 1, 2019, December 8, 2019, December 15, 2019, Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Price: $30, Southern Hotel, 428 E. Boston St., Covington, LA 70433, (844) 866-1907 Square Dancing with Ozone Squares Dance Club, February 4, 2019 - December 16, 2019, Monday-7:30 PM to 9:30 PM, Price: $8 per person for visitors, free for club members, Greater Covington Center, 317 N. Jefferson Ave., Covington, LA 70433, (985) 327-2820 10th Annual Lung Cancer Run for Hope: Turkey Trot at TerraBella, November 28, 2019, Time: 7:00 AM , Price: Free for spectators. Participant entry fees vary, TerraBella Village, 111 Terra Bella Blvd, Covington, LA 70433, (985) 892-8822 Tammany Turkey Trot & Food Drive for Northshore Food Bank, November 28, 2019, Time: 8:00 AM to, 10:00 AM, Price:Varies, see website for details, Starts and ends at St. Tammany Parish Justice Center, 701 N. Columbia St., Covington, LA 70433 The Feel of Christmas, Cutting Edge Theater, November 29th & 30th, 2019, Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Price: $28.50-$32.50, Cutting Edge Theater, 767 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458, (985) 649-3727 Christmas in the Country, November 30, 2019 - December 21, 2019, Friday and Saturday after Thanksgiving, and every Saturday until Christmas, Price: Free, Lee Lane and throughout Historic Downtown Covington, Covington, LA 70433, (985) 630-2865 Holiday’n’ the Vines, November 30, 2019, Time: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Price: $5 suggested donation or 2 canned food items for Northshore Food Bank, Pontchartrain Vineyards, 81250 Old Military Rd. , Bush,, LA 70431, (985) 8929742 Olde Towne Slidell Christmas Market, Antiques and Art on First, November 30, 2019 - December 1, 2019, Daily, Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Price: Free, Olde Towne Slidell First and Erlanger street, 1952 First street, Slidell, LA 70458, (985) 710-8323 Ugly Sweater Christmas Party: A Charity Gala, November 30, 2019, Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Price: $25.85 GA, $51.40 VIP, $511.30 Sponsor Table (+ fees if purchased online), Slidell Municipal Auditorium, 2056 Second Street, Slidell, LA 70458, (985) 640-8308 Email your event info to Art@igofox.com

December Shop Local Artists Week, December 1st- 7th, 2019, Time:Varies, Price: Most events free, some ticketed, St. Tammany Parish and locations across Louisiana, St. Tammany’s Holiday Festival of Arts, December 1, 2019, Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Price: Free, 300-400 Blocks of North Columbia Street, Covington, LA 70433 Christmas Extravaganza Arts & Crafts Expo by Steinhauer Productions, December 6th-8th, 2019, Time: 10am-5pm, Price: $5 Adults, Free for 12 and under, St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds, 1304 N. Columbia St., Covington, LA 70433, (985) 796-5853 20th Annual Holiday of Lights, December 6th-14th, 2019, Friday & Saturday, Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, Price: Free Admission, Tammany Trace Kids Town Pavilion & Kids Konnection Playground, 21490 Koop Drive, Mandeville, LA 70471, (985) 867-9490 Breakfast with Santa, December 7, 2019, Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Price: $15, Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 Judge Tanner Blvd., Covington, LA 70433, (985) 893-2570 Holiday of Lights at the Children’s Museum of St. Tammany, December 6th-14th, 2019, Friday & Saturday, Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, Price: $7 per person over 12 months, Children’s Museum of St. Tammany, 21404 Koop Dr., Mandeville, LA 70471, (985) 888-1555 Kenner Christmas Village, Presented By: City of Kenner, Dates: December 6, 2019 - December 28, 2019, Weekly on Wednesday, Friday & Saturday, Location: Heritage Park in Rivertown, 415 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA, Phone: (504) 468-7231, Time: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Price: Free Q50 Races - Santa on Trails 5K Run/Walk, December 7, 2019, Time: Registration: 7-8:30 am, Race 9am 12pm, Price: Free for spectators (+$3 park entry fee); Racers’ entry fees vary (see details), Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 Hwy. 1089, Mandeville, LA 70448, (504) 523-2116 Winter on the Water, December 7, 2019, Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Price: Free, Lakeshore Drive from Pontchartrain Harbor to the Gazebo, Mandeville, LA 70448, (985) 624-3147 Reveillon On The Ridge, Presented By: Old Metairie Garden Club, December 18, 2019 - January 6, 2020, Daily, Location: Bayou Metairie Park, Address: Metairie, LA 70065, Phone: (504) 913-4487 Email your event info to Art@igofox.com

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I went through depression and had many sleepless nights as I watched the medicine take over my son. I realized that my once happy and jolly child became a sad and lifeless individual.

Kevin lost a ton of weight, and he was always moody and irritated. We tried different medications and nothing worked for him.

A Mother’s Relief As of yesterday, Kevin is now completely off of the medication and this is the best feeling in the world.

His appetite has increased, he is now going to bed on time and the son that I once had has returned! I am not ashamed to say that my son has ADHD because I love him unconditionally.

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