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JANUARY 2020

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A 'GILMORE GIRLS' GETAWAY

DINING OUT WITHOUT DESTROYING YOUR DIET

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RAISING THE BARRE

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2020 PUBLISHER

Marisa MacLean | marisa.maclean@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL SUPERVISOR

Robin Moyer Chung | robin.chung@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Kaylee Mitchell

This is 2020!

HAPPY 2020! The New Year is a time for new beginnings, new opportunity and new goals. Whether or not you set resolutions, it still seems to be a time for reflection on the past year and hopes for the year to come.

LAYOUT DESIGNER

Emily Stout CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Anna Barnes, Robin Moyer Chung, Marisa MacLean CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Mindy Briar, Jen Goldberg, Julia D'Agostino, Pamela Einarsen, Debra Ponzek

January is our “wellness” issue and is full of stories to inspire and motivate you with your goals, whatever they may be. Wellness is defined as a “quality or state of being healthy in body and mind, especially as the result of deliberate effort.” Wellness emphasizes getting the most out of life, which is why this issue not only focuses on physical activities, like Pure Barre, but also nutrition while eating out at some of our favorite restaurants. We also visit a local spa for some rest and relaxation and get some tried and true tips from one of Westport’s biggest social media influencers, Julia Dzafic (aka Lemon Stripes).

If you’ve ever considered a cleanse do not miss the feature story written by our editor, Robin. She spares no detail about her 5-day juice journey.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

Here at Westport Lifestyle, we are so proud of the growth in our community

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

throughout the last year and cannot wait to see what is coming for 2020. We will

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

continue to be right here to share your stories and celebrate your milestones.

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Thanks for reading, Westport, and Happy New Year!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2020

FEATURES 22 A 'Gilmore Girls' Getaway Relax and Restore

34 Raising the Barre Pure Barre Does Fitness Right

40 Julia Dzafic of Lemon Stripes and Her Post-Holiday Routine Post-Party Season Detox

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50 Healthy Eating in the New Year Dining Out Without Destroying Your Diet

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Breathe 4 ALS Breathe 4ALS, founded by Westporters Iris and Jonathan Greenfield, hosted its inaugural fundraiser on October 17 to a SOLD OUT crowd at MoCA Westport, raising more than $70,000 for familial ALS research and care for ALS patients. Breathe 4ALS leads Wim Hof breathing method workshops to help ALS patients. Jonathan was diagnosed with ALS in December 2018. Breath4ALS.org

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1. Jen Berniker, Julie Endich, Brooke Sharfstein | 2. Yuri Kletzman, Ron Artzi, Seth Hersch | 3. Melissa and Peter Levy | 4. Ashley Greenfield, Steven Miller, Kristen Miller | 5. Ariana Ferrandino, Luke Ferrandino, Carol Greenfield, Charlie Shames | 6. Jonathan Greenfield, Iris Greenfield | 7. Emcee Elke Katz with artist Sholeh Janati | 8. “Wim Hoffers”- Michael Christoforo, Jonathan Greenfield, Andrea Pouliot, Avi Greenberg, Tim Van Der Vliet | 9. Lyle Katz, Rob Gutman, Jonathan Greenfield

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First Annual PAC Block Party at National Hall On Sunday, Oct. 6, supporters of Push Against Cancer and The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp attended the 1st Annual PAC Block Party at National Hall, raising over $2,200! Attendees enjoyed amazing food from restaurants OKO, bartaco and The Meatball Shop and delicious drinks from TUCK Gin. Fun and games were organized by Upper Deck Fitness. (Photos: Sherry Jonas and David Jonas) 1. Morag Grassie, Eileen Duffy, and Lori Fischer | 2. Sherry Jonas, Brian Lewis, Charlie Gilhuly, Justin Farrands, Christian Wilki, Andy Berman | 3. David Jonas, David Acselrod, David Beem and Neil Grassie 14

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for a panel discussion with local makeover experts. Our speakers will discuss ways to makeover your life and start your year off right. Complimentary healthy light bites and drinks will be served.

OUR SPEAKERS:

Moderated by Annabella Daily, Lifestyle and Wellness influencer

Rhodie Lorenz, Co-Founder of Joy Ride

Kitt Shapiro, Owner of WEST

Sarah Weiland, Owner + Principal Interior Designer and Buyer of Tusk Home + Design

Michael R. Gold CFP®, Private Client Wealth Manager, President and CEO of Gold Family Wealth, LLC

Heather Bauer RDN, nationally recognized nutrition expert, author and entrepreneur

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Pretty in Pink Event Tusk Home + Design in collaboration with ASID CT hosted an event benefitting Pink Aid. Items were donated throughout the month of October by ASID Designers and artists to be sold with all proceeds benefitting Pink Aid. PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOHN VIDELER

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1. Tusk Home + Design | 2. Sarah Weiland, owner of Tusk Home + Design and Marisa MacLean, Publisher of Westport Lifestyle | 3. Guests snacked on Pink Cupcakes | 4. Andy Berman, Mary Ellen Marpe and Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe | 5. Designers attend the event. | 6. Westport Lifestyle Editor, Robin Moyer Chung and Westport Lifestyle Publisher, Marisa MacLean | 7. The guests enjoy Whispering Angel Rose’. | 8. Bernard and Midge Deverin. | 9. Enjoying the party. | 10. A portion of the revenue from all pink items sold were donated to Pink Aid. | 11. Sarah Weiland addresses the crowd. | 12. Guests enjoying the party.

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They are also offering a square thicker crust pizza, the “Siciliana.” In addition to the pizza menu they have a full Italian menu.

MAKE 2020 THE YEAR OF

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Joe has been an active member of the Westport community for many years. He has been an active fund raiser for various Fairfield County charities since moving to Westport in 2005 from London, England. He also chaired the Finance Council at Assumption Church in Westport for over 13 years.

Welcome to the team, Joe!

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

A ‘GI LMORE GI RL S’ G E TA W AY RELAX AND RESTORE

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ARTICLE MARISA MACLEAN

THE MAYFLOWER INN IS JUST AN HOUR’S DRIVE NORTH OF WESTPORT IN THE PICTURESQUE TOWN OF WASHINGTON, CONNECTICUT. It is an idyllic country retreat, nestled in over 50 acres of landscaped grounds and woodlands.

With the quiet dignity of an old world family estate, the property, which served as inspiration for the hit series The Gilmore Girls, is touted as one of the Northeast’s most luxurious hideaways. With one of the finest spas in New England, it offers the perfect escape for those looking for a wellness getaway close to home.

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guests. You can wander the Shakespeare Garden, visit the tennis court or putting green, or relax beside the indoor or outdoor pools. Winter months bring snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Warmer weather brings kayaking CONTINUED >

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and fly-fishing. There are yoga classes, kickboxing and soothing meditation sessions.

You also have the option of curling up with a book you’ve been meaning to catch up on or challenge your companions to provided cards or games.

THE SPA The spa’s options are well thought out, offering selections for individuals and couples alike. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the variety, they offer a personal wellness advisor who will get to know your needs and recommend specific treatments. The broad offering of treatments and services are only part of the experience. The garden room is sublime and approximates paradise with heavenly views, rich lounge seating and indulgent white blankets. If you don’t want to leave (you won’t) you can order food and linger for a luxurious lunch.

THE ROOMS Unique antiques and artwork give each of the rooms its own character. The care and attention to detail is evident and the accommodations evoke a classical elegance. The warm sophistication pairs nicely with ameThe Fictional 'Independence Inn' from The Gilmore Girls was inspired by the Mayflower Inn & Spa.

nities like poster beds, fine linens, marble countertops and in-room fireplaces.

THE DINING There are two options for dining at The Mayflower, each a gorgeous expression of the Inn’s Dutch Colonial roots. If you’re feeling more casual, visit The Tap Room for expertly crafted cocktails and drink offerings that reflect the seasonal local elements.

Listen to live music and enjoy the ambiance and white glove service. For more formal eating, The Mayflower dining room’s cuisine layers culinary complexity on their classic American fare. The fresh, local ingredients pair well with the surroundings and enhance the overall dining experience.

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D o Yo u K n ow W h e r e Yo u r Stressors Are? I SPENT AN ENJOYABLE HOUR WITH DR. MARY MURRAY, DISCUSSING THE WAYS IN WHICH WOMEN’S AGING BODIES FALL APART. Dr. Murray, an OB-GYN at Southern Connecticut Women’s Health Care Associates, has practiced medicine for over 20 years and is an expert in minimally invasive gynecological surgery. Women see her for numerous reasons, ranging from cancer to abnormally heavy menstruation or difficulty losing weight.

When diagnosing her patients she incorporates elements of Eastern/holistic medicine, focusing on the entire patient, not just the specific ailment. “I’m a doctor but I’m also a partner in helping women figure out a good path,” she explains. “I peel back the layers of onion and try to figure what else comes up.”

I asked her what is the most common auxiliary complaint among her Westport patients. Without hesitating, she indicated stress: insomnia, fatigue, and general frazzlement (my word, not hers.)

MAYBE IT'S TIME TO CALL THE DOCTOR

Women tend to rush family members to a doctor at the merest hint of an illness or the thinnest thread of anxiety. Meanwhile, they ignore their own tension until it manifests into something painful (migraines), gross (irritable bowel syndrome) or worse.

We discussed some stress indicators and how women can fix them without swallowing tablets and capsules.

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ARTICLE ROBIN MOYER CHUNG

Dr. Mary Murray (Photo: Pamela Einarsen Photography)

PROBLEM: Insomnia

SOLUTION: Meditation

Dr. Murray starts with sleep. “I ask, ‘How are you sleeping? If not,

If your brain has a few minutes of quiet everyday, “It changes your

why?’ We detox while sleeping, it’s how your brain gets rid of free

outlook, helps you make choices and cope with things,” she indi-

radicals and rejuvenates itself.”

cates. “Meditation slows the aging process, promotes healing and

In the short-term it makes one cranky and short-tempered.

Longer term, it can lead to increased risk of Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer, and heart disease.

boosts the immune system.”

Better coping skills and increased positivity help lower stress and facilitate sleep. But, if you’re like me, “slowing the aging process” is all you need to know.

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Meditate to clear your mind.

A nutritious diet.

PROBLEM: Fatigue “A lot of this is related to diet,” Dr. Murray says, “Junk food, ‘health’ bars and processed stuff: these contain so much sugar and sodium.

Sugar is like crack for brains.”

at the price tag. “You get botox for $600,” she retorts, “spend that money on a nutritionist instead!”

According to Dr. Murray, “A good habit takes 21 days to instate.”

Consider going on a 3-week cleanse or detox program which eliminates trigger foods such as wheat and sugar, then slowly introduce

SOLUTION: Figure out what you’re eating and eliminate the bad stuff. Too much Diet Coke? Carbs? Alcohol? Everything we put into our mouth affects our microbiome positively or negatively.

“You can’t eat like you did when you were 20,” Dr. Murray contends. Though she recommends seeing a nutritionist, some balk

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them back into your diet. You’ll be surprised how a healthy diet improves the way you look and feel.

Take the correct medication.

PROBLEM: Migraines Just as you shouldn’t eat the same way you did when you were 20, you also shouldn’t take the same medications.

body. Newer and better medications come on the market all the time; take advantage of these medical advancements.

These solutions are not panaceas, nor are they intended to min-

“A 40-year old comes in with debilitating migraines,” Dr. Murray

imize what could be a more serious problem. Moreover, more than

exclaims. “She’s still taking the birth control she was taking when

one symptom may be alleviated by more than one solution. For

she was 21. She has no inventory of what she’s putting in her body

instance, what helps insomnia might also help fatigue and vice-versa.

and it could be catalyst for migraines.”

And if you need a pill, you need a pill. If you need surgery, you need surgery. But choosing to ignore what your body is telling you is one

SOLUTION:

problem that has no solution.

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R AISING THE BARRE

The instructors help you maintain this connection, correcting posture and “tuck” to ensure the most effective and painful workout.

Yes, for all of its elegant movements, PB is a masterwork in thigh-scorching torment. Instructors are delighted when clients’ muscles tremble like a jello salad in an earthquake. The shake signals muscle fatigue, which means you’re getting a great workout.

It also indicates the muscles are ready to be stretched and elongated, just like a real ballerina’s!

PURE BARRE DOES FITNESS RIGHT

PB uses this concept to create four types of classes: Foundation, Classic, Empower, and Reform (reviews are on the facing page). After only four of

ARTICLE ROBIN MOYER CHUNG PHOTOGRAPHY MINDY BRIAR

these high energy, fast-paced workouts I felt tight and toned in all the right places.

The owner of PB Westport and PB Fairfield, Laura Sabia, was a client of PB in Florida. Smitten with the

I TOOK A WEEK OF CLASSES AT PURE BARRE

classes, Laura walked into their corporate offices and

AND THIS IS WHAT I DISCOVERED: PURE BARRE

asked where they’d like to have a studio. “Well,” they

(PB) MAKES SENSE.

shrugged, “we’re looking at a town called Westport,

PB is safer than most other fitness classes and

in Connecticut.”

effects the pleasant soreness of ripped and repair-

Laura threw her belongings into her suitcases

ing muscles. Yet this soreness is different from

and moved up here to open the studio. She hired a

that of, say, boot camp. The ache seems to come

contractor, Frank Sabia, who she eventually married,

from deep within the muscle, as though building

which isn’t relevant but very sweet.

it from the inside instead of simply bumping it up

Her classes appeal to a myriad of women, teens

on top. It also lifts one’s lift-resistant areas (I’m

to 70’s, all shapes and sizes. In the four classes

talking to you, derrière.)

I’ve taken I didn’t see a man, although they’re wel-

Unlike weight classes, boxing or other exercise

come to attend.

regimes derived from historically male-dominated

After my third class Alex, my instructor, asked how

sports, PB classes stem from ballet; a graceful, more

I liked it. I felt tight, toned. “I loved it,” I enthused. A

feminine - but no less challenging - form of movement.

woman in her late ‘60s overheard and exclaimed,

Its low-impact, high intensity classes focuses on small isometric movements (one inch up, one inch

“The classes are addictive!”

She’s absolutely right.

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down) to strengthen and tone your core, legs and glutes. They also toss in a generous dose of planks, abs, and hand weights to tone your upper body.

Studios are designed to minimize distraction. Lydia, manager of Fairfield PB explains, “walking into the studio, it’s easy to leave the world behind.” Leaving the world for 50 minutes enables you to focus on your mind/body connection: using the correct muscles for each exercise. May sound obvious, but it’s not. Often, we unconsciously rely on our strong muscles to compensate for weaker ones, creating an imbalance.

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RAISING THE BARRE

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Pure Barre Westport Owner, Laura Sabia and her pup, Harvey.

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Pure Barre instructors.

PURE BARRE FOUNDATIONS: PB encourages clients to start with Foundations, a 45-minute class focusing on technique and form. There is some mat work and instructors love to throw planks into the mix. The core of the class is barre-work, wherein you hang on to a barre for dear life doing pliés and leg lifts while imaginary flames sear your thighs and quads.

My instructor, Nicole, has taught at PB for six years and has danced and taught ballet for 25 years. Her moves

Classic barre class.

made mine look silly, but she insisted they were “gorgeous” and “lovely,” which was really smart because I’m a pushover for that kind of encouragement.

CLASSIC: WOW. This 50 minute class is fast-paced and the time went quickly. Which is good, because it’s HARD. Nicole was the instructor and she can modify it for anyone for any reason. She kept us busy with muscle work and stretches, so I had precious little time to spy on my barre-mates.

Empower barre class.

Instructors agree it takes 5-7 classes to acclimate your body to proper form for the most effective workout. They are also quick to correct position and posture during class.

EMPOWER: Like Barre on steroids. This class is for those who want more cardio and more sweat with their workout. It includes signature micro-moves and larger movements at the barre mixed with plank and burpees. Sometimes they include a small platform for step drills. The class never slows down, so you have no time Reform barre class.

to feel sorry for yourself. Then - Boom! - it’s over.

REFORMER: Similar to Classic, but instead of a barre for support you use stretchy tubes. Micro-moves are done while pulling on the tubes with your arms or with the tube handles around your feet.

At one point I felt sort of moronic, with tubes flailing in all directions while I stopped myself from falling. But the whole point is to strengthen your core and improve balance and by the end of the class I had already gotten better.

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Julia began blogging in 2009 and the name, LemonStripes.com,

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Julia left her corporate role in marketing to be a full time influencer. As

spective. With an influx of influencers in the social space, it’s hard to

her life evolves, so does her content.

know who is authentic but Julia feels very strongly about keeping the

She covers a myriad of topics, still preppy fashion and healthy food,

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but also began including topics like motherhood when her daughter,

content. “I'm very open about when and why I take on paid partnerships

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Like many of us, Julia is ready for a detox by the time January rolls around.

To stop the sugar cravings, she enjoys the Green & Tonic 5-Day reset.

Unlike a traditional juice cleanse, this reset includes juice and seasonal vegan foods to get your body back to healthy.

“After the holidays, I am so ready to reset. I eat so much sugar during

To purify her home, Julia swears by products from Open Heart

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with rigid resolutions. “Don’t make a New Year’s resolution: make rules

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for January and don’t make them impossible.” Julia recommends starting

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small, “cut out something that doesn’t make you feel good. Add more

Amalia, moved into the community last September and they couldn’t

protein, drink more water. It all depends on you and your body.”

be happier. “We love the sense of community here, the food scene, and

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ARTICLE ROBIN MOYER CHUNG

Embody's signature juice cleanse.

MY DIET, WHICH I’VE LONGED BELIEVED TO BE HEALTHY,

Embody offers cleanses for 1-7 days. I chose a five day cleanse

IS NOT. My small handful of raw almonds has morphed into large

because it’s harder than a three-day and a seven-day would

fistfuls of chocolate-covered almonds, and instead of eating kale

mean cleansing over the weekend which wasn’t going to happen.

and spinach I simply buy them and let them rot in my refrigerator.

I figured it’d be five days of hell and on the sixth day I’d have a

I wanted to get healthy and I wanted to do it fast. I signed up

dewey complexion, scads of energy, and a reason to reward myself.

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But that was conjecture. Here’s a blow-by-blow of what really happened:

DAY 1. Well, that was a long day.

Embody numbers the juices and smoothies in the

Fruit bowl.

order they should be consumed: 1. lemon, cayenne, maple, filtered water 2. kale, spinach, celery, cucumber, lemon, ginger 3. raw cashew butter, spirulina, avocado, kale, lime, banana, pineapple, coconut water 4. aloe vera, juiced apple, filtered water 5. apple cider vinegar, turmeric, carrot, lemon 6. black chia, carob, avocado, banana, almond butter, cinnamon, brain octane oil The smoothies, #3 and #6, are dense and filling and the only nominally sweet drinks. The apple cider vinegar shot is a shock to the tastebuds, but I forced it down. Although I have a bit of a headache (my neurons screaming for a carb fix) and I’m tired, I feel pretty good. I haven’t yelled at anyone. Yet. DAY 2: Woke up with a headache and I would love a

Healthy smoothies.

cup of coffee. But I can’t have one. Grrr… The morning drink has a spicy kick so it’s a good substitute for caffeine. Aside from that, waking up was pretty easy.

Slept well, not starving this morning.

I’ve been sleepy throughout the day. Took some Advil for the headache but it keeps coming back.

5:00 p.m. is the toughest time. I’m keeping myself busy with carpools and whatnot and, so far, haven’t had to cook dinner, thanks to frozen meals and dinners at friends’ homes.

DAY 3: Thought I’d be full of energy but I’m not.

Maybe because it’s raining? Felt enervated all day.

Energy increased in the late afternoon/evening so hoping I’m over the hump. But I’m also bored. Can’t go out for dinner or drinks because who wants to eat a meal next to someone sipping lemon water? Not me.

I want to eat.

as completing final exams or turning in a big paper. The cleanse gave me this little thrill.

DAY 4: Feeling good, especially because the end is near. My

I’m energized, my skin glows, and I’ve lost 4 pounds. I’m in an odd

skin looks better than it has for a while and my eyes aren’t puffy

position in that I feel smug and superior to every carb-munching, caf-

when I wake up.

feine-swilling dipsomaniac around me, yet I long to be among them.

Went to a neighborhood potluck party. Everyone was drinking

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I mingled with my plastic bottle of smoothie, waiting for the time to pass so I could eat again.

DAY 5: Last day! I nearly bounced into Embody to pick up my juices, fighting hard to keep my smile from leaping off my face.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

ARTICLE ROBIN MOYER CHUNG

Healthy Eating in the New Year DINING OUT WITHOUT DESTROYING YOUR DIET

Assortment of Aux Delices salads. (photo: Debra Ponzek)

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Aux Delices' Avocado Toast. (photo: Debra Ponzek)

HOW MANY CARBS SHOULD YOU EAT IN ONE DAY? 16?

Guess again.

One carb.

And half a jar of Nutella is more than one carb.

Yeah. I was surprised, too.

Nutritionist and author Heather Bauer explains that carbs spike insulin, making you crave more carbs. I can attest to that. So avoid carbs during the day and allow yourself to eat one at night. Then go to bed before you inhale a package of dry spaghetti.

Heather founded The Food Fix (FoodFix.me) and counsels individuals on weight-loss and healthy eating in her Westport office.

Because January is a time of renewal and self-improvement after a delightful month of debauchery, we asked her for advice on how to eat healthy and still be a fun person.

Further, she collaborates with Dan Woog on “Menu Moments”: how to order healthy foods from local restaurant menus. So we asked her to make suggestions for Aux Delices and The Cottage.

Following are her menu recommendations as well as tips and tricks on eating healthy at home and in restaurants throughout the year.

Please note, menus change frequently so items may not always be available:

AUX DELICES’ MENU BREAKFAST: + Hard-Boiled Eggs: Perfect for grab-and-go. + Strata Egg Cups: Love! They’re gluten-free and change daily.

"NO ONE WANTS TO GO OUT WITH SOMEONE WHO HAS A THOUSAND REQUESTS. IF YOU’RE THE LAST TO ORDER YOU CAN MAKE YOUR REQUESTS BECAUSE NO ONE ELSE IS LISTENING. OTHERWISE, MAKE ONE REQUEST - THIS SALAD, DRESSING ON THE SIDE, SUBSTITUTE POTATO FOR EXTRA VEGETABLES."

On Saturdays they have grilled veggie and goat cheese and on Tuesdays they have bacon, spinach, and caramelized onions (subject to change). They usually have one option without cheese.

They come two in a pack; find them in the refrigerated section to take for another morning. + Avocado Toast: Served on grain bread with an egg on top. Usually I recommend saving your carb serving for dinner, especially when you are eating dinner out and may have a heavier sauce or want to have a cocktail.

LUNCH: + Salad Shakers: Great for portion control, though many include a carb serving such as corn or quinoa or beans. + Grab-and-Go Salads: Choose from a number of options. If they don’t include protein ask the staff to add diced grilled chicken or any protein from the refrigerated case. Remove any potatoes, croutons, or extra nuts. Avoid creamy or fat-free dressings. + Salad Sampler: Select two green sides and one protein choice.

For example, shaved brussel salad plus raw kale salad plus tuna. + Turkey Chili: Gluten-free but the beans count as your daily carb. + Bone Broth: Enjoy heated with a Grab-and-Go salad or as a snack.

Bento Boxes at Aux Delices. (photo: Debra Ponzek)

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

(CON TI N U ED)

DINNER: + Bento Boxes: Great for portion control and perfect for those of you who are carpooling and need a healthy dinner when you get home late (or in the car!). Choose from grilled chicken, grilled flank steak, and poached salmon. + Larger Portion Entrées: Designed to be heated up at home. For example, roasted salmon and ratatouille, skip the mashed potatoes, microwave for 2-3 min. + Mix and Match: Choose one protein and two veggies. For the protein choose roasted or poached salmon or grilled skewer shrimp. For the side veggies, choose turmeric roasted cauliflower and steamed asparagus (or other veggie). + Veggie Night: Choose one salad and two different veggies and call it dinner! Nice option when you have had a lot of dinners out and want a break from the protein. + Any lunch option above works well for dinner. You can have the turkey chili paired with baby arugula salad or the little gem salad, poached salmon and a side of bone broth.

THE COT TAGE MENU:

The Cottage is not a place to make special requests. Enjoy your food the

way it was meant to be prepared! Also, the menu is constantly changing as the seasons change, so what you see below is on the menu today but may not be there in a few weeks.

Chiogga beet salad at The Cottage. (photo: The Cottage)

IN GENERAL: + Steer clear of bread, shoestring fries, pasta dishes and of course dessert. + Drink 8 cups of water every day, and especially on the days when you plan on having a richer dinner. Water helps your body process a heavier meal.

Spicy Squid and Broccoli at The Cottage. (photo: The Cottage)

+ Fat and flavor are important in satiety and staying healthy. When you deprive your body of too much fat and delicious flavor you end up craving less healthy food.

APPETIZER: + Roots, Shoots, Fruit & Leaves + Chioggia Beets salad MAIN COURSE: + Spicy Squid + Maine Bluefin Tuna Tataki + Salmon in Cedar Paper + Maine Halibut Baked in Spruce + Cottage Burger without the bun

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+ Have a sit-down dinner with your family at least once a week. + For an easy, healthy dinner: Wrap frozen shrimp, cherry tomatoes and capers in parchment paper, cook at 375° for 20 minutes. + Snacks during the day can add 300-400 calories. + Water makes a huge difference in weight loss. It flushes your system, keeps you regular, and helps maintain a healthy metabolism. + For a cocktail, select hard alcohol. It’s lower in sugar than wine and won’t be refilled. Choose your least favorite so you won’t over-drink.

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The holidays are over, the days are shorter and, let’s face it, there’s not really a ton to look forward to until spring sprouts. But, whatever

NEED A PICK-ME-UP, BUT DON’T QUITE

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HAVE THE ENERGY? THESE ACTIVITIES WILL

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YO G A

FEELING ANXIOUS

A regular yoga practice can help to ease anxiety by increasing body awareness, reducing muscle tension, relieving stress and sharpening attention + concentration.

01 R AG D O L L Ragdoll pose is great for relaxation and to release tension. Stand tall + reach your arms up, then allow them to fall gently toward the floor. as you bend over

02 C H I L D ’ S P O S E This calming and restorative pose is a common beginner’s position. Starting from your knees, sit back on your heels then walk your arms forward, bringing your torso down until you can rest your forehead on the floor.

03 S AVA S A N A Relax one body part at a time, one muscle

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at a time + one thought at a time through a daily Savasana practice.

RUNNING There’s a reason people who are active runners describe something called a “runner’s high.” Studies show that aerobic exercises release

FEELING DOWN

mood-boosting endorphins.

BEGINNERS If you want to get into running but aren’t sure where to start, check out a couch-to-5K program to ease into it.

C A S UA L R U N N E R S Challenge yourself by switching up your running routine. Whether you’re changing your route or upping your distance, a new twist could give you a nice refresh.

ENTHUSIASTS Whether you’re into 10Ks or half marathons, consider signing up for a new race and decreasing your time.

When you feel like you’re in a rut with your workouts and just don’t feel motivated anymore, try something new and exciting! Rock climbing is a great way to introduce something different without it feeling like a workout.

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02 B O U L D E R I N G Bouldering, great for developing power, is a type of rock climbing where the climber doesn’t use ropes or harnesses, generally done on a much smaller scale.

03 S H A P E U P Since climbing can use different muscles from traditional workouts, it’s important to keep up with strengthening those. Key areas to pay attention to include upper body, lower body, core, fingers and wrists.

CLIMBING

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(CON TI N U ED)

When your head is full of thoughts, it Interval Training (HIIT) provides a break from that with short bursts of 100% focus followed by rest. Here’s a quick circuit.

01 KETTLEBELL SWINGS Do as many reps as possible in 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

02 H I G H K N E E S Climb it out for 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

03 P L A N K Hold your plank for 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

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will share their knowledge and tips

Downton Abbey continues the

jazz, blues and rags with a “New

with the Greenfield Hill Garden Club

story of the Crawley family and the

Orleans” flavor. The Dixieland Jazz

and guests. Mary Hogue, Chair of

servants who work for them in the

Band has entertained audiences

Fairfield Forestry Committee, Brian

English countryside in the early 20th

across

former

Carey, Director of Conservation of

century. (2019, 2h 3m)

Soviet Union, England, Japan, and

the Town of Fairfield, and Mary Ellen

WestportLibrary.org

Taiwan. The band has also per-

Lemay,

formed on radio and television

Director for the Aspetuck Land Trust,

Dixieland

Jazz

America,

Band

in

the

Landowner

Engagement

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in supporting pollinators, choosing native plants and trees that encourage biodiversity, and making backyards stepping stones on the

Green

Corridor. Pre-register

by noon January 20th by email to: Greenfieldhillgardenclub@gmail. com. There is no charge for this event.

23 ARTISTS TO ARTIST TALK WITH LARRY SILVER AND MIGGS BOROUGHS Westport Library

In

conjunction

with

Larry

the

Water’s

Silver's exhibit

"At

Edge:

Photography

Beach

in

Westport & Neighboring Towns," he will explore his work in a talk with

fellow

Westporter,

tographer/graphic

artist

phoMiggs

Burroughs. WestportLibrary.org

Celebrating 40 Years Founded in 1980

26 TASTE OF FAIRFIELD - WINTERFEST

Brooklawn Country Club, Fairfield

Taste of Fairfield is the culinary event of the year. Restaurants, specialty markets, winemakers, craft brewers, and others will fill the Brooklawn Country Club to serve comfort food, party food, Super Bowl food and curated cocktails and beverages to foodies and fun-loving folk in the area. There will be music, fun,

and

roving

entertainment.

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