Fairbanks Homes and Real Estate - October-November 2018

OCTOBER–NOVEMBER 2018

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Moose Creek Apartments

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Somers & Associates; Lana Hebert

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Somers & Associates; Angie Tallant

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Featured Caring for Kitchen Countertops Coping With Fewer Hours of Daylight Embrace a Reason to Indulge in Mexican Cuisine 5 Reasons It’s Smart to Use Credit When Holiday Shopping Basement Remodeling Tips Preserve Carved Pumpkins in Various Ways Food Expired?

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kitchen countertops Kitchen remodels are a popular home improvement project that help homeowners recoup large percentages of their initial investments at resale. A kitchen remodel can invigorate a home and make the most popular room in the house more functional.

According to HomeAdvisor, a home-improvement informational guide, homeowners spend an average of $22,000 on kitchen remodels. However, lavish projects can cost more than $50,000. Protecting such investments is important and requires that homeowners understand how to properly maintain kitchen features so they have the longest life possible. This includes the new countertops that make the kitchen look complete.

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• Greer S/D., by Nordale Rd and Peede, 5 lots from $14,500.

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• Polkadot Drive, near Goldmine Trail, 16 lots from $12,000.

• Ridgepoint Drive on Chena Ridge, 2 lots from $95,000.

• Clarkson Drive, by Chena Pump, 3 lots from $29,500.

• Hopper Creek S/D., 5.6 mile CHSR, 2 lots from $75,000.

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• Sky Summit S/D., by Summit Dr., 2 lots, $99,500 each.

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Countertops come in various materials, not all of which should be treated the same way. Quartz, granite, marble, laminate, and tile countertops require different types of maintenance.

with a baking soda paste left to sit for a couple of hours, advises Angie’s List.

Wipe up oils, acids and soda promptly to avoid stains, and follow advised sealing routines.

QUARTZ

MARBLE

Engineered quartz countertops are popular. Quartz countertops are nearly maintenance-free and resistant to stains, scratches and even heat. Quartz will not need to be sealed like natural stone and can be cleaned using just a damp cloth with a mild, nonabrasive soap.

GRANITE

stone, wood or even quartz. Laminate is less resistant to damage than other materials and will need a gentle touch.

Formica® says to never use abrasive cleansers, scouring pads or steel wool when cleaning laminate countertops.

For tough stains, an all-purpose cleaner should suffice when applied with a Marble is a natural stone that is porous nylon-bristled brush. Test any cleanser and will need to be resealed periodically. in a discreet area first.

Because marble has high levels of the mineral calcite, it can be reactive when acids come in contact with it, and etch marks may appear. Promptly wipe away Cleaning tile countertops requires tomato juice, lemon juice, perfume, or getting into crevices along the grout toothpaste. Marble is softer than granite lines. A toothbrush and a mildewand will wear at a faster rate. Avoid fighting cleaner or bleach diluted with scratching and exercise caution when water is advised. Also, unglazed tiles using knives or sharp objects around need to be sealed yearly. Some soap may marble. leave residue, which can be removed with a solution of vinegar and water.

TILE

Polished or honed granite countertops offer a high-end look that adds instant value to a kitchen. Natural variations in granite give each kitchen a custom look. To keep granite countertops clean, avoid abrasive cleansers that can scratch, One of the more budget-friendly and opt for warm, soapy water instead. materials, laminate countertops can be Stains are possible, but can be remedied fabricated to mimic the look of natural

LAMINATE

Check with the manufacturer or installer of the countertops to learn more about the ways to clean and maintain new counters.

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Coping with

fewer hours of daylight

Daylight saving time comes to an end each fall, at a time when the hours of available sunlight already are beginning to decline.

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Some people are more accustomed to darkness than others. Norwegians, Swedes and people living in Alaska and the upper reaches of Canada near or above the Arctic Circle may go through a period when winters can be especially dark. Fairbanks, Alaska, gets just three hours and 42 minutes of sunlight on the winter solstice. Those in Barrow, Alaska, will endure a period of 67 days of darkness, according to Alaska.org.

Residents of Seattle, which is even further north than cities such as Fargo, North Dakota, or Portland, Maine, deal with more darkness than those living outside the city may know.

Although much of the rest of North America doesn’t experience such profound periods of darkness, when the darkness of fall and winter arrives, it can be difficult to maintain a positive outlook. Borrowing some of the coping mechanisms relied on in northern latitudes can help many people to see the dark in a different light.

• BE AWARE OF SAD.

and lead to severe problems if left untreated. Light treatment, talk therapy and medication can help people who are susceptible to SAD.

• MAKE DAYLIGHT HOURS COUNT.

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gathering spots for locals. These can include coffee houses, breweries, restaurants, or even the local church.

Plan more social occasions with friends and families so everyone can collectively shoo away the winter blues.

Spend time outdoors while the sun is bright in the sky. Make an effort to switch your schedule if work interferes with getting outdoors, even if all that can be managed is an outdoor walk at lunch. Sit by a bright window and soak up rays whenever possible.

• EXERCISE MORE.

• CELEBRATE WINTER ACTIVITIES.

• LIGHT A FIRE.

Go skiing, snowboarding, outdoor ice skating, or snowshoeing. Look forward to winter for what can be done, rather than what can’t.

• SOCIALIZE MORE OFTEN.

Use the darker hours as an excuse to exercise more, be it at the gym or outside. The Mayo Clinic says that exercise and other types of physical activity can relieve anxiety and depression, lifting an individual’s mood as a result.

Set the kindling ablaze in a fire pit, fireplace or woodburning stove, or just light a handful of candles. Flames can be soothing and less harsh on the eyes than artificial light.

Fall and winter darkness does not have to send a person into the doldrums if he or she embraces the right attitude.

Instead of holing up indoors alone, frequent the places that become indoor

Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is defined by the Mayo Clinic as a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons, beginning and ending at about the same times each year. Symptoms tend to start in the fall and continue into the winter, sapping energy and making a person feel moody. As with other types of depression, SAD can get worse homes.newsminer.com 7

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a reason to indulge in Mexican cuisine

Few styles of cuisine are as widely beloved as Mexican cuisine. When celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, Hispanics and non-Hispanics alike won’t want to miss the opportunity to indulge in some delicious Mexican food.

Many Mexican dishes include chipotle peppers. Smoked hot chili peppers, chipotle peppers can add spiciness to a meal for fans who can never get enough kick from their favorite Mexican dishes. The following recipe for “Chipotle Beef with Fresh Tomato Salsa” from Kathy Moore and Roxanne Wyss’ “Triple Slow Cooker Entertaining” (Robert Rose) packs a punch and won’t disappoint afficionados of Mexican cuisine.

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Chipotle Beef with Fresh Tomato Salsa Makes 8 to 10 servings 1 2 1 1 1⁄2 1⁄2 1⁄2 1⁄4

onion, thinly sliced to 21⁄2-lb. beef brisket, well trimmed chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped (see tip below) tablespoon dry minced (granulated) garlic teaspoon ground cumin teaspoon salt cup tomato juice cup minced fresh cilantro Tomato salsa (see below) Flour tortillas, warmed

Arrange onion slices in bottom of one slow cooker stoneware, overlapping as necessary. Cut brisket in half and place on top of onions. Sprinkle with chipotle pepper, garlic, cumin, and salt. Pour tomato juice over top.

Cover and cook on low for 9 to 11 hours or on high for 41⁄2 to 51⁄2 hours, until beef is very tender.

Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef and onions to a tray. Pour liquid into a deep bowl. Using two forks, shred beef. Return beef and onions to the stoneware. Skim fat from liquid and pour over beef mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Turn to warm for serving.

To serve, spoon beef mixture and salsa into center of each warm tortilla, then fold tortilla over filling.

Tip: Chipotle peppers are smoked jalapeño peppers and are often found canned in adobo sauce. Use one for this recipe, then freeze the rest in an airtight container for up to 6 months. For even more convenience, separate the peppers and place in a single layer on a tray, topped with a little adobo sauce; freeze until firm, then transfer each pepper to a sealable freezer bag. You can then use just the amount you need for each recipe.

Tomato Salsa Makes 3 cups 3 2 1 2

ripe tomatoes, seeded and chopped green onions, sliced jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced teaspoons fresh cilantro Juice of 1 lime Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

In a bowl, combine tomatoes, green onions, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to one day.

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Although shoppers have various payment options at their disposal, the use of credit cards remains a popular and financially savvy way to handle purchases, albeit when done correctly

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Creditors look at how individuals use credit cards when determining credit scores. One of the biggest components of a credit scoring model is payment history, or the pattern of using credit and paying it back on time. Making repeated purchases on credit cards and then paying the bill when it is due can result in a spike in credit score and help consumers build a healthy credit history. The key is to make payments in full and on time.

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CREDIT IS SAFER THAN CARRYING CASH.

Stores are very busy during the holiday rush, and consumers are easily distracted. Carrying around large sums of cash for purchases can put you at risk for theft or losing the money along the way. There’s little chance of having lost or stolen cash returned, but a credit card can be cancelled and replaced. Plus, financial institutions have security protocols in place to freeze accounts and erase purchases that were made under fraudulent scenarios.

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Credit card companies track all purchases and will itemize shopping excursions on cardholders’ statements. This can make it much easier to keep track of your spending. In addition, some stores do not require receipts for purchases made with credit cards.

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EARN REWARD POINTS WHILE SPENDING.

Competition in the credit card world is stiff, and many financial institutions are trying to entice customers with special deals for signing up and using their cards. Some credit cards give cash back. Others accrue points based on spending on particular categories, such as dining or travel. Rewards can be redeemed in various ways and can be a big bonus of using credit over cash.

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CARDS MAY COME WITH WARRANTIES.

Credit cards can provide built-in warranties on purchases made on the card, such as replacement coverage for an electronic device or cancellation insurance on a trip. What’s more, if you have a dispute with a merchant or aren’t happy with something you bought, you can often request a chargeback through the credit card company.

Credit cards have many advantages, but it’s imperative that consumers pay their balances in full and on time.

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Basement remodeling tips

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GTV says architects and contractors indicate the cost of redoing a basement is roughly one-third to one-half less than the price of putting an addition on a home.

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efore remodeling a basement, homeowners should think about how they want to use the space.

Homeowners also must focus on some potential obstacles in a basement that will need to be addressed so that the area can be as functional as possible.

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asements can be chilly and damp.

That means moisture issues and heating and cooling needs must be addressed prior to any construction.

Homeowners may have to consider the installation of a dehumidifier and run venting through the basement to allow for proper climate control.

If a basement takes on water, either through the walls or a concrete slab, a professional waterproofing company can come in and fix these issues so they will not damage drywall and flooring afterwards.

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he presence of insects and pests also must be addressed.

Exterminators can help homeowners figure out which insects are in their basements and how to make the space less hospitable to these unwelcome guests so that the room will become comfortable for human occupants.

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pace is often at a premium in basements, which may contain HVAC units, water heaters, filtration devices, ductwork, pipes, and the other appliances.

Qualified contractors can

suggest solutions for cordoning off appliances and camouflaging pipes and wires so they won’t detract from the finished product. However, building access panels into the design will make it easier to service or repair features as necessary. Homeowners also may want to wrap pipes before drywall is installed to quiet noisy drainage pipes.

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neven basement flooring will need to be smoothed out and flattened before carpeting or tile can be laid down. A self-leveling underlayment can be applied to fill in gullies, while larger crack and holes will need to be patched.

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nce the structure of the basement is addressed, then the design work can begin. Many professionals advise against drop ceilings, which can take away from ceiling height and look cheap. Basements can be dark, so the addition of plenty of lighting can help brighten the room. Small basement windows can be replaced with larger ones to add more light as well.

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omeowners can mimic built-ins and architectural details from elsewhere in the home so the basement is aesthetically cohesive and doesn’t seem like an addition.

Bookcases and shelving can add valuable storage space as well. Decorate the basement with bright, neutral colors so they make the space feel more inviting.

A basement remodeling project can add valuable and usable space to a home. For many years, homeowners overlooked the potential of a basement remodel, perhaps thinking it would not be a smart return on investment.

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carved pumpkins in various ways Jack-o’-lanterns and other carved pumpkin designs are frequently the centerpieces of Halloween festivities.

The twinkling lights and orange glow of jack-o’-lanterns can add ambiance to any autumn event. The trouble with carving pumpkins is that most people want to do it right away, only to discover their pumpkins wilt and decay long before Halloween.

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exposed to outdoor fungi, • SCRAPE THE INSIDES pumpkins other microbes and warm sunlight.

OF THE PUMPKIN • USE AN ARTIFICIAL THOROUGHLY. LIGHT SOURCE. Reduce

Nothing ruins Halloween more than visiting a home to trick-or-treat and not getting candy. Equally disappointing is a sad pumpkin display withering away on Any moist bits a front porch. Even though all pumpkins inside the pumpkin will mold quickly. will eventually rot, certain tips can keep The pumpkin carving experts at carvings from collapsing too soon.

Pumpkin Masters recommend scraping as much of the “guts” out as possible, leaving about a one-inch thickness of the Inspect the pumpkin wall of the pumpkin. of your choosing carefully, looking for gouges, spots and holes. Even a small blemish can quickly expand into a Preservation methods may aim to mushy mess. Select pumpkins with even keep the pumpkin hydrated and color and firm flesh, and make sure that inhibit mold and other microbial the pumpkin doesn’t feel tender when growth. Commercially sold pumpkin you push on the skin. preservation products, such as Pumpkin Fresh®, hold up well. Soaking and spraying carved pumpkins with a bleach-and-water solution also seems to Pumpkins that have been shipped miles preserve designs. and miles in hot cargo trucks may be overly ripened or battered. Pumpkins that were grown nearby may be fresher.

Store carved Plus, buying pumpkins locally supports pumpkins in a cool, dry place. This will local farmers. help slow down the rotting process for

• CHOOSE A STURDY PUMPKIN.

• COAT THE PUMPKIN.

• VISIT LOCAL PUMPKIN STANDS.

• KEEP IT OUT OF THE ELEMENTS.

the heat inside of the pumpkin and encourage hydration by selecting a battery-powered light instead of a lit candle to illuminate the carving.

• SKIP THE CARVING.

Once pumpkin skin is compromised, microbes can enter. In lieu of carving, paint or decorate pumpkins in other ways if you want them to stay fresh for a long time. Glow in the dark paint can help pumpkins stand out at night.

Carved pumpkins may last a week or two, while uncut pumpkins can last for a month or more. Keeping pumpkins hydrated and mold-free will prolong your designs.

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Food expired?

Don’t toss it just yet!

Before tossing food into the trash, keep in mind that many items deemed “expired” may be safe to eat.

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manufacturer thinks the product will • Soft cheeses and dairy products start to fall below its peak quality, states generally can last one week past the Business Insider. Prior to the use-by sell-by date and still be palatable. date, items will have the most flavor • Poultry or seafood should be frozen and texture or quality. This does not or cooked within a day or two of its mean that the item becomes any less sell-by stamp. safe after the date.

• Ground meats should be used within The “pack” or “born on” date refers two days of purchase because bacteria to when the product was packaged. It on the surface of the meat can be mixed may be used for beer, which can go bad throughout the meat during grinding. from sunlight after just a few months, or • Highly acidic canned foods will last other perishable foods. a little more than a year, while low-acid A report from the Natural Resource foods are usually good for up to five Defense Council and Harvard Law years, say the nutrition experts at Texas School’s Food Law and Policy Clinic says A&M University. more than 90 percent of Americans throw Any foods that smell bad, have out food prematurely, and 40 percent of visible mold growth or seem to have a the U.S. food supply goes uneaten every strange texture should be avoided, even year because of food dating. if the date suggests they are fine. Use So how does one avoid getting sick common sense when determining which but conserve food resources? By foods are safe to eat. following these guidelines.

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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations says approximately one-third of the food produced in the world for human consumption every year, which amounts to 1.3 billion tons, gets lost or wasted.

The organization says consumers in rich countries waste almost as much food as the entire net food production of subSaharan Africa.

It is important to note that the dates on various food and beverage items may mean different things, and not all of them are strict “expiration dates” requiring foods to be discarded.

The United States Department of Agriculture states that food expiration dates are protecting food quality, not food safety. In fact, U.S. regulations do not require that expiration dates be put on meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, cans, and boxed foods. Baby formula is the only product that requires an expiration date on its packaging.

Rather, dates featured on foods are typically “sell-by” and “use-by” dates.

The sell-by date refers to how long the store has to display the product.

It is important to note that this date is essentially a guide for the retailer, so the store knows when to pull the item off the shelf. Furthermore, pulling the food is not mandatory in all states.

The use-by date or best-by date is an arbritrary date by which the

Do you freeze foods well before the expiration date? Check the milk to make sure it will last the week? Throw out items the moment they pass over the stamped deadline? If so, you may be doing so unnecessarily and even contributing to the vast food waste problem across the world.

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foodborne poisoning

Numerous foodborne illness outbreaks of salmonella and E. coli have occurred across the United States and Canada in 2018. And such outbreaks are not limited to North America. In May, more than 40 cases of hepatitis A were reported in six European Union countries, according to the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control.

When two or more people get the same illness from the same food or drink source, the event is called a foodborne disease outbreak, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While infection from salmonella strains and escherichia coli are some of the most notable contagions, other illnesses can occur as well, as evidenced by the EU hepatitis outbreak. Listeria and cyclospora are some other known foodborne illness pathogens. Through the first half of 2018, warnings and recalls have been issued by the CDC for shell eggs, romaine lettuce, dried coconut, chicken salad, kratom, raw sprouts, and frozen shredded coconut due to illness outbreaks.

The ramifications of food illnesses are significant. The Food and Drug Administration and the CDC reported that 121 people in 25 states became ill in April 2018 from eating romaine lettuce grown in the region of Yuma, Arizona. Fortysix of those individuals were hospitalized, including 10 who developed a type of kidney failure. One person in California died from the sickness.

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Increased reporting about foodborne illness outbreaks begs the question as to whether or not more can be done to reduce the spread of these harmful pathogens. Contamination can occur in various places as food makes its way to dinner tables. Long-term prevention of foodborne illness outbreaks involves the cooperation of many people in the production chain — all the way to the consumer, according to the CDC. • Production and harvesting needs to be safe and clean, with efforts to keep food products free of animal waste and sewage contamination.

• Inspection of processing plants can help ensure sanitary practices are in place.

• Pasteurization, irradiation, canning, and other steps can kill pathogens during food processing.

• People who package or prepare foods must properly wash their hands and clean facilities where food is handled.

• Food service workers should not go to work when they are ill.

• Foods need to be kept at proper

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• Consumers should be aware of expiration dates and employ proper food handling and cooking measures. These include thoroughly washing produce, and cooking poultry, meats and other foods to the recommended temperatures.

People who experience food poisoning should report each instance to the local or state health department. Identifying symptoms and location can help health officials track illnesses and look for similar exposures.

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Thanksgiving Day

QUIZ

It is once again time to talk turkey, stuffing and all of the trimmings.

Thanksgiving is celebrated in both Canada and the United States with similar parades and fanfare.

Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for the blessings in one’s life and enjoy the company of family and friends during a special meal.

Although people celebrate Thanksgiving each and every year, they may not be aware of some of its interesting history. Test your knowledge of gobblers and general trivia with this quiz.

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10. Canadians sometimes call the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States by this name to distinguish it from their own Thanksgiving celebration. a. Yanksgiving b. Amerigiving c. Turmerica d. USthanks

8. Twenty precent of the overall consumption of this type of fruit is done on Thanksgiving. a. apples b. cranberries c. cherries d. grapes

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4. Which tribe of Native Americans taught Pilgrims how to cultivate the land, contributing to the first Thanksgiving? a. Algonquin b. Lenape c. Shoshone d. Wampanoag

9. The first Canadian Thanksgiving was a welcomehome celebration for Sir Martin Frobisher when he returned to which area of the country? a. Albert b. Manitoba c. British Columbia d. Newfoundland

7. In what year did Congress make Thanksgiving an official national holiday in the United States? a. 1932 b. 1939 c. 1941 d. 1946

10. a

3. Pilgrims from Europe associated with Thanksgiving are purported to have sailed across the Atlantic to reach North American on which ship? a. Daisy b. Mayflower c. Santa Maria d. Roseflower

6. Three different deboned types of poultry go into this Thanksgiving meal alternative? a. Orange duck b. Turducken c. Turkey chowmein d. Chixturck

3. b 6. b 9. d

2. Thanksgiving Day is celebrated on which day of the week in Canada? a. Monday b. Tuesday c. Wednesday d. Thursday

5. Fossil evidence shows that turkeys roamed the Americas how long ago? a. 10 million years ago b. 15 million years ago c. 20 million years ago d. 25 million years ago

Answers: 1. c 2. a 4. d 5. a 7. c 8. b

1. Despite competing historical claims, the story most people associate with the first American Thanksgiving took place in a colony in this modern-day state? a. Pennsylvania b. New Jersey c. Massachusetts d. Delaware

prevent breast cancer from spreading?

Healthy diets that include plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables that can boost the body’s natural immune system can help people in their fight against cancer. While some foods, namely unhealthy, high-fat/high-caloric foods, are best avoided, women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer who want to prevent the spread of cancer to other areas of their bodies may want to cut some surprising foods from their diets.

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reliminary research now suggests limiting the consumption of asparagine, an amino acid, to dramatically reduce the ability of cancer to spread to other parts of the body. A study published in the journal Nature found that reducing asparagine consumption in laboratory mice with triple-negative breast cancer could dramatically reduce the ability of the cancer to travel to distant sites in the body.

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sparagine is found in foods like asparagus, whole grains, soy, seafood, eggs, poultry, beef, legumes, and more. While reducing asparagine will not affect the original breast cancer tumor, it could stop cancer from showing up elsewhere in the body.

Researchers suspect that many women with breast cancer do not lose their lives to the original breast cancer tumor, but instead they succumb to metastases or subsequent growths away from the primary site.

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ur study adds to a growing body of evidence that suggests diet can influence the course of the disease,” said Simon Knott, Ph.D., associate director of the Center for Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics at Cedars-Sinai and one of two first authors of the study. The research from this study was conducted at more than a dozen institutions.

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part from dietary restrictions, metastasis also could be greatly limited by reducing asparagine synthetase using chemotherapy drug L-asparaginase.

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ore research is needed as to whether similar results can be produced in human trials, making avoiding asparagine currently a helpful but not entirely foolproof method for preventing the spread of breast cancer to other areas of the body.

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Herbs

and some meds don’t mix Herbal remedies may be used to treat symptoms of many conditions and can often be a viable tool in an overall health plan. But there is a dearth of research evaluating the use of herbal medicines, particularly in clinical trial. However, The Mayo Clinic says about one-half of adults in the United States reports having used at least one dietary supplement in the previous month, though research indicates that only about 34 percent of people who take herbal supplements tell their doctors about it, even those who are taking a prescription medication.

Just because a substance is naturally derived does not make it entirely safe to use in all instances. In fact, many herbs can interact poorly with other drugs!

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According to the article “Use of Herbal Medicines and Implications for Conventional Drug Therapy Medical Sciences,” published in 2013 by researchers at the University of Texas and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, although many benefits can be derived from the use of herbs, potential areas of concern include possible product contamination and/or adulterations, potential toxicity and high potential of known and unknown drug/ herb interactions. Herbal medicines are not standardized and monitored like prescription and over-the-counter medication, so safe use cannot be guaranteed.

The information provided here should not replace the advice of a qualified physician. However, these are some known medication-herbal interactions that can occur.

HEART HEALTH

Several popular supplements, including Coenzyme Q-10, St. John’s Wort and Danshen, can interact with common heart medications. It is

important to read how these herbs can interact with Warfarin, calcium channel blockers, anticoagulants, and digoxin, among others. Interactions can include everything from reductions in drug efficacy to increased risk of bleeding to irregular heartbeat, states the Mayo Clinic.

WOMEN’S HEALTH

Women who are going through menopause and have experienced hot flashes, painful menstruation and other vaginal conditions may take black cohosh. But there is concern that black cohosh may enhance liver toxicity when taken with certain medications, such as astorvastatin, acetaminophen and alcohol, according to Drugs.com.

COLDS AND RESPIRATORY HEALTH

Historically, goldenseal has been used for various health conditions of the skin, ulcers and respiratory infections.

Goldenseal is a potent inhibitor of liver enzymes. A 2012 review from

the National Institutes of Health found that goldenseal has a high herb-drug interaction risk.

MENTAL WELL-BEING

Herbal remedies may help people treat anxiety, insomnia and depression.

Kava and St. John’s Wort are two herbs used for these conditions. There is some evidence that use of kava while taking CNS depressants, such as benzodiazepines and sedation drugs, can increase risk of drowsiness and motor reflex depression, says NIH. St. John’s Wort has many documented significant interactions with oral contraceptives, coumadin, immunosuppressant drugs, and benzodiazepines, among others.

Taking St. John’s Wort in conjunction with other antidepressants can lead to serotonin-related side effects.

Although herbs can be used successfully, caution is needed when combining them with other medications.

They should be treated just as any drug and discussed with a medical professional or pharmacist prior to use.

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Southern exposure custom home in the hills that was 5 star energy rated when built! This energy efficient 3 bed 2 bath home boasts 1,800 sq ft on almost 2 acres of property and radiant floor heat through. Vaulted lids, 2 jetted tubs, stainless steel appliances, marble counter tops, front and rear decks are just a few of these magnificent home amenities! The master bedroom has 2 walk in closets, double vanity, and a walk in tiled shower.

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Well cared for home with pride of ownership inside and out, the wood stove and toyo make it very affordable and easy to heat! This 3 bedroom 1 bath home sits on a large GU-1 5.7 acre private lot that boasts multiple possibilities to include; adding rental cabins, having a vegetable garden and/or small farm animals with a small private pond to use for watering the garden! Some of the great features with this home is the heated garage with a storage area located adjacent, a newer septic system that was installed in 2015, ample parking which is nice for get togethers, and a fenced in playground.

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Spaciously laid out property, home is really a four bedroom but the fourth bedroom doesn’t have a closet. This property is an Alaskan dream come true, you sit in the middle of your 5 acres and can’t see your neighbors, room for your toys in the shop and outside. Home has been well cared for and has had some recent upgrades such as a new roof, windows, flooring, kitchen appliances, and lighting.

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All of the interior doors are solid 6 panel wood doors. The vaulted ceilings throughout the living room and kitchen area create a very modern open floor concept, gourmet sized kitchen has a large peninsula counter top with space for bar stools.

The French doors off the dining area open up onto the deck allowing natural light as well as ease for barbecuing. The master suite with walk in closet is located on one end of the home (don’t miss the false wall in the master closet for protecting your valuables.) One of the owners is a licensed associate broker at RE/MAX.

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