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You woke up with a scratchy throat, and then the next day, the sniffles started. Now you’re sneezing so much that you’re thinking of buying stock in a tissue company. Sounds like you, not your computer, have a virus. Likely the rhinovirus.

But don’t panic. You’re not going to crash. It’s just the common cold.

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Success in the business world doesn’t ensure happiness… but combine that success with a great marriage partner and a good home life and you just might find your key to happiness. But how do driven, hard-working business couples balance the demands of a professional career and the emotional needs of their spouse and family? It can’t be done alone—it takes the power of two. BY JIM GIBSON

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Never before in history have we Americans had as much information about our bodies. Yet, nationwide, we’re perhaps the least healthy we’ve ever been. Obesity affects more than one in four adults; nearly 30 percent. 23.9 million children are overweight or obese. 71 million adults have high LDL cholesterol.

If these trends continue, the current group of American adults can expect to live shorter, sicker lives than their parents.

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Less Downtime, More Welltime Smaller incisions, shorter recovery, smarter choice

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We all know we should be kind to others every day, right? We thought so.

However, if you’re looking for an extra special reason to do something above and beyond, February 9 through February 15 is National Random Acts of Kindness Week.

Make sure to get out there and do something nice for a neighbor, a friend, a family member or even a stranger.

NEED SUGGESTIONS? MOW A NEIGHBOR’S LAWN Nothing says neighborly love like mowing their tall grass so they don’t have to.

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LET SOMEONE MERGE THEIR CAR Instead of speeding up to block them in, let someone merge in front of you. A friendly wave goes a long way.

LOAD A STRANGER’S GROCERIES Help someone at the store who has a lot to load into their car.

It’ll be nice and rewarding to see them not have to struggle, and they’re sure to appreciate the kind gesture.

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calendar with a cause D r. Tina Chandra and her daughter, Rayna, are featured in 2015-2016 Saris To Suits Empowered calendar.

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Dr. Tina Chandra believes strongly RAYNA in empowering women. So when & TINA asked to be a part of the 2015-2016 CHANDRA Saris to Suits Empowered calendar, it was an easy yes. And joining her on the September page is her teenage daughter, Rayna. They are the only mother-daughter pair featured on the calendar.

“I have been friends with Patti Tripathi, who founded the Saris to Suits Foundation, for a long time,” says Chandra, an Ocala-based dentist who owns Chandra Smile Designs. “I believe in the foundation’s mission to shed light on domestic violence against women around the world. I was very honored, as was Rayna, to be asked to be part of the calendar.”

The name of the foundation and the calendar gives a respectful nod to the sari, considered the national dress worn by women of India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka. The suits component ties together inspiring women and young girls to become empowered through education, hard work and advocacy for social injustice.

The 2015-2016 calendar is a 16-month one, featuring American role models of South Asian descent from four continents. The women represent diverse regions, languages, religions and careers. Included on the calendar is 2014 Miss America Nina Davuluri, who became the first woman of Indian descent to claim that title.

Proceeds from the sale of the $15 calendar will benefit three primary organizations: SMART Girls/SMART Lives program of Boys and Girls Clubs; Chicago-based Apna Ghar (Our House) and Atlanta-based Raksha (Protection). The latter two aid women and girls who are victims of domestic violence and assault.

“My parents instilled in me the importance of community service at a very young age,” says Chandra. “I feel very fortunate to have my Indian community and my Ocala community to give back to as much as I can.”

Chandra is on the board of The India Association of Ocala as well as a member of the Ocala/Marion County’s United Way’s Women of Worth. She will be the upcoming chairman of the local American Heart Association’s Go Red campaign. Chandra has also passed on the importance of community service to Rayna. Both volunteer at Ocala’s Domestic Violence Center and Boys and Girls Club. Rayna, an accomplished dancer, participates in the annual Dancing With The Docs event.

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hat do you want to do today?” That’s a common conversation that’s played out over and over in houses across the board.

Fortunately, with three counties close by, we don’t have to travel far at all in order to spend a day worthy of snapping a few pictures!

Traveling to New York for that fancy museum or flying off to California to explore that orange grove won’t be necessary because, rumor has it, you can find it all right here!

In fact, here’s three suggestions to get you started.

marion county’s appleton museum of art The Appleton Museum of Art is Central Florida’s leading cultural center with 81,610 square feet, including 30,000 square feet of gallery space devoted to the Appleton’s permanent collections. With seven collections, including paintings, sculptures, maps and decorative arts, from European, American, Asian and African Tribes, this museum will have you wide-eyed all day. The museum also offers art classes for both adults and children as well as hosts a variety of special events throughout the year. The first Saturday of every month from 1-3pm, the Appleton offers a children’s art program. Projects vary each month.

APPLETON MUSEUM OF ART 4333 East Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala (352) 290-4455 / appletonmuseum.org

hernando county’s boyett’s grove Situated on the rolling hilltops alongside Brooksville, this Boyett’s Grove has been in operation since 1960 as a favorite roadside fresh fruit stop for the locals. Today, you can still walk through the groves and purchase grove-fresh oranges, grapefruit, tangerines and kumquats throughout the season. Also nestled in the grove is an art gallery featuring James Olsen’s work, a wildlife park and a hand-dipped ice cream parlor. Make sure to take a break and sip on Boyett’s famous cane sweetened soda while you’re there, and, on your way out, purchase a citrus tree to take home with you. You can never have too many oranges!

BOYETT’S GROVE 4355 Spring Lake Highway, Brooksville (352) 796-2289 / boyettsgrove.com

citrus county’s nature coast canoe trail With 22 miles of inland lakes and coastlines on the Gulf of Mexico for boating, kayaking and canoeing, it should come as no surprise that Citrus County is known for an abundance of water-loving recreational opportunities. The Nature Coast Canoe Trail is a favorite for many of the locals. This 20-mile stretch of coastal marsh land weaves through the scenic coastal planes of the St. Martins Aquatic Preserve and the Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge. Oyster bars, shell mounts, sawgrass, tidal waters and hammocks are just a few of the sights along the way. The best part? The trail is also a designated Great Florida Birding Trail, so don’t forget to pack your binoculars.

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(TRANSLATION: LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE!) LANGUAGE!

Each month we create a new challenge for our readers to try to improve their health and wellness. This month we are challenging you to expand your horizons!

the issue:

WE LIVE IN A GLOBAL SOCIETY WHERE CULTURES MELD TOGETHER AND PEOPLE OF DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS AND NATIONALITIES MEET ON A DAILY BASIS—AT WORK, AT THE STORE, IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. THEY SAY THE ABILIT Y TO SPEAK MORE THAN ONE LANGUAGE CAN ONLY IMPROVE YOUR JOB, SOCIAL AND INTELLECTUAL STANDINGS… SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? OH, AND THEN THERE’S THE EVER-APPEALING IDEA OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL. SURELY YOU’LL WANT TO KNOW HOW TO HAIL A CAB, ORDER FOOD OR ASK FOR A RESTROOM WHEN YOU’RE VISITING THAT FAR-OFF LOCALE, RIGHT? WELL, READ ON FOR SOME SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO GET STARTED WITH MASTERING A SECOND LANGUAGE.

bonjour.

it starts with a hello…

the challenge: YOU GUESSED IT, TO LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE!

MUSIC. Listen to some catchy music in the language you wish to learn.

Music is a great way to learn the intonation of a language and to train your facial muscles as you sing along to a new favorite tune!

TRAVEL. There are 196 countries in the world. Each country has a prominent language and a unique dialect. Listening to natives speak in their tongue is a surefire way to help you become fluent.

FIND A FRIEND. Surround yourself with friends who speak the language in which you are trying to learn. Chances are, you will start picking up on it right away. After all, nobody likes to feel left out.

Here’s a little something to get you started in your endeavor to learn how to speak all over again!

From Chinese to Turkish, this little onesyllable word is an international CHINESE: nín hăo / FRENCH: bonjour / SPANISH: hola / ITALIAN: ciao way to start a SWEDISH: hallå / GREEK: geia sas / TURKISH: merhaba conversation.

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READ A CLASSIC. Grab a copy of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in your new language or any one of your favorite books for that matter. Seeing something very familiar will help you guess the meaning of new words, being that you have already seen them before in your first language.

TAKE A CLASS. This one seemed like a no-brainer, but we had to include it. Find a class at a local college or continuing education center. Can’t locate one? Try a product like Rosetta Stone.

UM… Learn some filler words to use in between sentences (ehm, en fait, weet je, etc.).

This will buy convo time and help increase confidence.

Since your first language is often blanketed with terms such as like, uh and um… it’s only natural that your second language will have them as well.

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beat business bites

for the health of the community Nature Coast EMS recently hosted the second Integrated Health Care Roundtable meeting where health care and related professionals met to discuss Nature Coast EMS’s Mobile Integrated Health Care Program. The Nature Coast EMS Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program has two components: community-based prevention services planned and provided in concert with the local public health department, and focused care on specific populations discharged from the hospital with risk of readmission. With initiation of this program, Nature Coast EMS has observed a decrease in the total of fall calls to 911 from 18 percent to 15 percent. This represents an overall reduction in hospital admissions of 300 per year saving $9.8 million in hospital charges.

a warm welcome Juan Raposo has joined the Oak Hill Hospital staff as an orthopaedic surgeon.

Fellowship trained in spine surgery and trauma, Juan Raposo, M.D., received his medical degree from the Medical School at the University of Florida in Gainesville. He completed a residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and fellowship training in both North Carolina and Texas.

a win-win Ocala Health recently announced that both Ocala Regional Medical Center and West Marion Community Hospital have been recognized as 2013 Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in the United States.

The hospitals were recognized as part of The Joint Commission’s 2014 annual report for attaining and sustaining excellence in accountability measure performance for heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia and surgical care. Ocala Health’s hospitals are among 1,224 hospitals in the United States to achieve the 2013 Top Performer distinction.

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Citrus Memorial Hospital has named 13 members to its newly formed Citrus Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees. The group is tasked with credentialing medical staff, ensuring quality and acting as liaison between hospital administrators, medical staff and the community.

They have been said to be “some of the finest minds in Citrus County.”

a monstrous check Once a month, Chickfil-a and Brooksville’s Monster Transmission sponsor a charity, with October’s Charity Cruise-In benefiting Habitat for Humanity. Their mission was to raise money and awareness for Habitat’s vision, which is to create a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Raising $367.90 for the cause, these two local businesses did their part!

a ymca makeover a run to remember Gateway Bank was proud to present and host the 2014 Ocala Reindeer Run and thanks all of the runners and race sponsors for helping raise a little over $20,000 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Marion County. Joey Fitzpatrick won the overall male category with a finishing time of 16:31, and Jennifer Carter won the overall female category with a finishing time of 21:01.

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Renovations continue at the Frank Deluca YMCA Family Center in Ocala. Along with the improvements recently made to the center’s group fitness rooms, work is in progress on a new wellness floor, which was scheduled to be completed in late January, cycling studio, meeting room and clinical offices. The Y is also adding all-new cardio equipment, featuring Technogym with MyWellness Cloud, which syncs your personal mobile apps on your smartphone, tablet or smart TV to the screen located right on the treadmill used during your workout. Now you can stay connected while getting fit!

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I diagnose and treat pain and disease from head to toe.

People often come to see me to address issues that have eluded standard medical diagnoses and treatments. As an interventional radiologist, my extensive training combined with the latest technologies allows me to provide a range of health services, from complex angiograms to diagnose disease to interventional oncology to treat localized cancer without surgery. My understanding of vascular disease and pain management enable me to treat everything from cluster headaches to myofascial pain to varicose veins.

As an Ocala native, I have long-standing professional and familial ties to the medical community, so I can easily work with your doctor to create a plan designed to identify and treat disease, and provide lasting relief for pain syndromes.

I’m a proud member of countless patients’ healthcare teams.

Ask your doctor if I would be a helpful addition to yours.

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Dr. Grodonoff Nelson Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center is committed in providing our residents with the most comprehensive, highest quality of life and exceptional health care. With this patient centered objective, our staff is proud and excited to welcome Dr. Grodonoff Nelson as our new Medical Director.

Dr. Nelson, is a Board Certified Family Practice Physician that is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to all of his patients. He attended the University of Miami, where he received his undergraduate degree, then Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton, FL, where he received his medical degree and did his training at Largo Medical Center in Largo, FL. He is a member of the AOA and ACOFP medical associations. Dr. Nelson is part of the Ocala Health System, Family Care Specialist clinics and Ocala Geriatrics Services, Inc.; which are institutions highly dedicated to the customized needs of each individual patient. He is aware and takes time to address the memory care needs, depression, anxiety struggles, poly-pharmacy, balance issues, pain management and end-of-life care of every patient.

Grodonoff Nelson, DO’s commitment to his patients are aligned with Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center’s promise to our residents: “As a physician my mission is to provide my patients with the most comprehensive, professional and optimal patientcentered health care possible. My commitment is to care for you as I would want a doctor to care for my family. I have dedicated my life to care for your health and it is an honor for me to be your doctor and Medical Director. I am proud to say that “I Love My Patients” and my staff and I will always do our very best to attend to all of your skilled nursing, rehabilitation and long-term life care needs.”

Through our exemplary services and compassion for our residents, it is our combined goal to enhance their quality of life. With this focus in mind, it is a great honor to welcome Dr. Grodonoff Nelson to our family at Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center.

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Never too soon to ask for recommendations to help. The good news, after a thorough workup at the Institute of Cardiovascular Excellence, we were able to determine that his heart was in good shape. His cholesterol was high but it was manageable through medication. Melissa’s heart felt as if a great weight had been removed from it.

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a network of genes

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One in every 68 children in America is diagnosed with autism each year, and the true cause has always been a mystery. Now, after years of research, a team of American scientists believe that a network of 119 proteins linked to autism genes are proof that autism occurs when there are disruptions in the circuits of the brain that connects the two hemispheres together. More research is being done, and every movement forward is another step toward a cure.

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cancer

prevention goes a long way

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ehind only heart disease, cancer is the second-leading cause of death among Americans and the leading cause of death among adults aged 40-79. But there is some good news. According to the American Cancer Society, the latest statistics show that the death rate from cancer in the United States has fallen 22 percent from its peak in 1991. The reduction translates to more than 1.5 million cancer deaths that were avoided in the time span between 1991 and 2014. Projected numbers for 2015 estimate 1,658,370 new cancer cases and 589,430 cancer deaths in the United States.

Cancer experts attribute the cancer death reduction to better lifestyle prevention, early testing/detection and advanced treatment protocols.

So in honor of National Cancer Prevention Month, here’s a look at what you can do to help lessen your chances of becoming a cancer statistic.

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lifestyle cancer prevention Don’t smoke: Smoking is the cause of more than 80 percent of all lung cancer cases. And keep in mind that one out of every four cancer deaths (27 percent) is due to lung cancer. Smoking also causes cancer of the throat, mouth and esophagus. Non-smokers who are exposed to second-hand smoke are also at risk of lung cancer and other respiratory health issue, such as asthma.

Even third-hand smoke—the toxic residue on hair, clothes, carpets, furniture, curtains—can cause serious smoking-related health issues.

Don’t booze it up: Research shows that all types of alcohol consumption increase the risk of certain cancers, including those of the mouth, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, liver, colon and breasts. One theory is that alcohol can directly damage our DNA, increasing the risk of cancer. Combining drinking and smoking is especially harmful. Limit alcoholic drinks to two for men and one for women a day.

Watch your weight: Research has shown that carrying excess weight around our waists acts like a “hormone pump,” releasing estrogen into the bloodstream while raising other hormone levels as well. This is strongly linked to colon cancer, breast cancer (especially in postmenopausal women), pancreatic cancer and endometrial (uterus lining) cancer. Eat a mostly plant-based diet of veggies, fruits and whole grains. Avoid sugary drinks, and limit consumption of high-sugar, high-fat, lowfiber, processed foods. Limit consumption of red meats and avoid processed meats, including ham, bacon, salami, sausages and hot dogs. There is evidence that red and processed meats can lead to colorectal cancer.

Be safe in the sun: Limit exposure to harmful skin-cancer causing UV rays, especially during the hours of 10am-4pm. When out in the sun for an extended period of time, wear dark-colored clothing to reflect the sun’s rays. Use a broad spectrum, SPF 30 or higher sunscreen and wear a hat with a 2- to 3-inch brim.

Protect your eyes with sunglasses labeled “UV absorption up to 400nm” or “meets ANSI UV requirement.” Oh, and don’t forget to take plenty of shade breaks.

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american cancer society screening guidelines PROSTATE CANCER

BREAST CANCER 20 BREAST SELF-EXAM (BSE)

20s & 30s CLINICAL BREAST EXAM (CBE) EVERY 3 YEARS; ANNUALLY STARTING AT 40

40 ANNUAL MAMMOGRAMS

*Some women because of family history, genetic tendency or certain other factors should be screened with MRI in addition to mammograms; talk to your doctor.

CERVICAL CANCER 21-29 PAP TEST EVERY 3 YEARS; HPV TESTING SHOULD NOT BE USED IN THIS AGE GROUP UNLESS IT IS NEEDED AFTER AN ABNORMAL PAP TEST RESULT.

30-65 PAP TEST PLUS HPV TEST EVERY 5 YEARS

Over 65 WOMEN WHO HAVE HAD REGULAR CERVICAL CANCER TESTING WITH NORMAL RESULTS SHOULD NO LONGER BE TESTED; ONCE TESTING IS STOPPED, IT SHOULD NOT BE STARTED AGAIN.

*Women with a serious cervical pre-cancer history should continue to be tested for at least 20 years after diagnosis, even past 65. *Women who have had their uterus or cervix removed for reasons not related to cervical cancer and who have no pre-cancer/cervical cancer history should not be tested. *Women who have been vaccinated against HPV should still follow the screening recommendations for their age group.

COLORECTAL CANCER Beginning at 50, both men and women should follow one of these testing schedules: • FLEXIBLE SIGMOIDOSCOPY OR DOUBLE-CONTRAST BARIUM ENEMA OR CT COLONOGRAPHY (VIRTUAL COLONOSCOPY) EVERY 5 YEARS AND IF TEST IS POSITIVE FOR POLYPS, A COLONOSCOPY SHOULD BE DONE. • COLONOSCOPY EVERY 10 YEARS.

50: ACS recommends that starting at this age, men should discuss with their doctor the pros and cons of prostate cancer testing.

According to the ACS, research has not yet proven that the potential benefits of testing outweigh the harms of testing and treatment.

45: If African American or have a father/brother who had prostate cancer before age 65, men should talk to their doctor about testing. *If decision is made to be tested, men should have the PSA blood test with or without a rectal exam; frequency of testing will then depend on PSA level.

LUNG CANCER ACS only recommends lung cancer screening if you have a high risk for lung cancer due to cigarette smoking and meet the following criteria: • 55-74 YEARS OLD • IN FAIRLY GOOD OVERALL HEALTH. • HAVE AT LEAST A 30 PACK-YEAR SMOKING HISTORY AND ARE EITHER STILL SMOKING OR HAVE STOPPED SMOKING WITHIN THE LAST 15 YEARS. • TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT LUNG CANCER TESTING.

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ne minute we can be out having fun and the next pain is rushing through our bodies. A splinter may be a tiny little object, but it can sure cause real, big pain. Here’s what you need to know about these nasty nuisances.

let it linger?

The fast and easy answer is no. A splinter can easily cause infection or an allergic reaction if it’s not properly removed. If the site of a splinter has pus, is red and tender, or is swollen, the likelihood of infection is high. After removing the splinter, make sure to keep the area clean with warm soap and water and covered until it heals. If healing is slow, you may want to consult your doctor.

If it doesn’t hurt, let the splinter work itself out over a couple of days. You can also use warm water with a teaspoon of baking soda twice a day to help the process along.

If it’s a tiny splinter and it does hurt, touch a piece of sticky tape to the end and pull gently.

If it’s a larger splinter, clean a small needle and tweezers with rubbing alcohol.

If you can see the end, use tweezers to gently pull it out. If you can’t see the end sticking out, gently follow the path of the splinter with the sterilized needle. Open the skin enough to expose the splinter and use tweezers to remove it. Thoroughly clean the area again with soap and water and apply a bandage.

what kind of materials can cause splinters?

• WOOD • METAL • GLASS

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• BONE (CAN HAPPEN WHEN WORKING WITH MEAT PREPARATION)

do you need a doc?

See a doctor if the splinter is too deep to be removed and doesn’t work its way out in a few days.

Also see a doctor if the wound is bleeding heavily or you can’t remove the entire thing.

Seek medical attention if a splinter is embedded under a fingernail or toenail or affects movement. These types of splinters may need partial removal of the nail in order to remove the splinter or could have the potential to cause deep puncture wounds interfering with bone, muscle or blood vessels.

an ounce of prevention • WEAR SHOES AT ALL TIMES OUTSIDE. • CLEAN UP ALL BROKEN GLASS OR METAL SHAVINGS. • WEAR GLOVES WHEN WORKING WITH PLANTS WITH THORNS, SHARP TIPS OR SPINES

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take control of your “inner zoo”

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ne hundred trillion. Nope, it’s not the national debt.

That mega-number is the population of microbes living it up in your digestive system. Most of you think about this inner zoo only when it pumps out too much gas at an embarrassing moment or sends you running to the bathroom with diarrhea. But these days, there’s a lot of important research going on about this inner world, and it’s revealing that these bacteria are essential for your good health.

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As Dr. Mike points out in his new book, This is YOUR Do-Over, changing your inner zoo or microbiome so it has a healthy mix of these little critters is a key step to reclaiming or maintaining your health. Then you can make sure potentially harmful bacteria in the mix don’t trigger problems such as autoimmune diseases, persistent infections (like C. diff.) and even heart woes.

So time for a gut check! Here’s how to start your gut-biome do-over today: Move it. Moving your body regularly helps support a more diverse mix of gut bacteria. In a recent study of 40 pro rugby stars, researchers from Ireland’s University College Cork found that the players’ intestinal biome contained

MANY YOGURTS CONTAIN HELPFUL PROBIOTICS. LOOK FOR THE WORDS “SPORE FORMS” OR “LIVE, ACTIVE CULTURES” ON THE LABEL.

a wider variety of bacteria than that of fairly sedentary men the same age and size. The rugby players also had Akkermansiaceae—a bacterium that’s been linked to lower risk for obesity. That’s another reason for a minimum 30-minute daily walk, seven days a week, shooting for your target of 10,000 steps every day.

Enjoy probiotic-rich foods. Yogurt, kefir (a fermented milk drink) and fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi and tempeh (a soy-based meat alternative) are good sources of beneficial bacteria. Many yogurts contain helpful probiotics.

Look for the words “spore forms” or “live, active cultures” on the label. (Spores are activated in your gut rather than killed by your stomach acid.) Probiotic-rich foods often deliver Lactobacillus gasseri, shown in two recent studies to discourage weight gain and help with weight loss. There’s also evidence that a daily serving of probiotic-enriched yogurt can cut your risk for antibiotic-related diarrhea by two-thirds.

Feed ‘em plenty of fiber. Two important beneficial bacteria—bifidobacteria and lactobacilli—love munching on a family of plant fibers called fructans, especially a type called inulin. It’s found in abundance in bananas, onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, artichokes, soybeans and 100 percent whole-wheat foods.

Eliminate red meat and processed meats. Gut bacteria release substances when they break down red or processed meats or egg yolks. The substances end up in your bloodstream, causing inflammation throughout your body, which increases your risk for clogged arteries, memory dysfunction and cancer. Red meat also may prompt bacteria to produce substances that interfere with the constant, healthy renewal of the inner lining of the intestines, increasing your risk for colon cancer.

Watch your portions. Overeating encourages the growth of a gut-bug strain called Firmicutes that could accelerate weight gain, say researchers from Washington University in St. Louis. Turns out Firmicutes break down foods with extreme efficiency, making more calories available to your body for use—and weight gain!

Mehmet Oz, M.D. is host of The Dr. Oz Show, and Mike Roizen, M.D. is Chief Wellness Officer and Chair of Wellness Institute at Cleveland Clinic. To live your healthiest, tune into The Dr. Oz Show or visit sharecare.com. (c) 2013 Michael Roizen, M.D. and Mehmet Oz, M.D. Distributed by King Features Syndicate, Inc.

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YOU WOKE UP WITH A SCRATCHY THROAT, AND THEN THE NEXT DAY, THE SNIFFLES STARTED.

Now you’re sneezing so much that you’re thinking of buying stock in a tissue company. You’re feeling a little achy, and then there’s that annoying hacking cough. Sounds like you, not your computer, have a virus. Likely the rhinovirus. But don’t panic. You’re not going to crash. It’s just the common cold. by • JOANN GUIDRY & KARIN FABRYCUSHENBERY

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that Americans suffer 1 billion colds annually! More than 200 viruses can cause the common cold, but the rhinovirus is usually the culprit, causing up to 40 percent of all colds. The cold season in the United States generally runs from September through May, and on average, adults get two to four colds a year, while children get six to eight a year. According to the CDC, an estimated 22 million school days are lost annually in the United States due to the common cold.

The good news is that while colds do make you miserable, they are a benign viral infection that doesn’t require medical treatment and that generally runs their course in about a week.

The rhinovirus is a member of more than 21 virus families that cause diseases in humans. Some of the more well-known viral diseases include influenza, norovirus, measles, chickenpox, mumps, HIV, smallpox and polio. And, of course, we all became hyper aware of the Ebola virus last year.

The two ways to treat viruses are vaccines and antivirals. Nope, antibiotics won’t work. Read on to become a little more virus savvy.

VIRUSES 101 In 1898, German scientists Friedrich Loeffler and Paul Frosch discovered evidence that the cause of foot-and-mouth disease in livestock was an infectious particle smaller than any known bacteria. Say hello to the first known virus.

Today, a virus is defined as a submicroscopic particle that can infect people, animals, plants and even bacteria.

Some microbiologists classify viruses as microorganisms, while others label them as microscopic infective agents. Although bacteria are single-celled microorganisms that thrive in many different environments, viruses require a living host, such as a human, to multiply.

When a virus enters your body, it invades your cells and

takes over its functions. The infected cell continues to reproduce more viral protein and genetic material instead of just its usual products. In other words, viruses are teeny tiny troublemakers.

But not all viruses are villains. Recently a team of San Diego University scientists have discovered some “friendly viruses.”

In a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the scientists reported that mucus contains bacteriophages. Turns out that bacteriophages are viruses that destroy harmful bacteria, and this discovery could lead to a new model of immunity therapy.

But back to the not-sofriendly viruses and how we become infected with them. Some viruses spread by simple human-to-human contact, from something as benign as a handshake or a kiss. Then there’s those dastardly airborne droplets caused by sneezing, coughing and even talking. Viruses

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can also spread via sexual contact, as well the flu virus. There are 60 different QUATas contaminated water or food. There’s also based disinfectants certified by the U.S. indirect transmission by a virus host, such as Environmental Protection Agency. When mosquito, tick or field mouse. shopping for a QUAT-based disinfectant, look And viruses are speed demons, spreadfor a long chemical name on the product label ing very quickly. A recent University of Arbeginning in “alkyl” or ending in “chloride.” izona study showed that viruses can spread through environments like office buildings in VACCINES TO mere hours. In the study, researchers placed THE RESCUE small samples of a virus harmless to people, but similar in size and shape to the human Leading the battle against viral infecnorovirus, in an office building. They placed tions are vaccines. We acquire some natural the samples on one or two surfaces, such protection, which is passed to us from our as a tabletop or doorknob. Throughout the mothers through the placenta, against disday, the researchers sampled surfaces such ease-causing germs before birth. But a few as coffee-pot and faucet handles and phone weeks after we’re born, that natural protection and computer equipment. dissipates and we become The first areas found convulnerable to many infectaminated were the coffee/ tions, some of them causkitchen areas. Here’s the ing life-threatening diseasTYPES OF scary part: Within only es. And here’s where vactwo to four hours, 40 to cines come to the rescue.

60 percent of the sampled Vaccines are made up surfaces in the building of a safe, very small amount were contaminated. of a weakened or killed viLIVE VIRUS: But there’s good rus. They are introduced to Used for diseases such as measles, mumps, news, too. In the second our bodies via an injection, rubella and chickenpox, this is a weakened part of the study, liquid, pill or powdered (or attenuated) form of the virus. office employees and form. This mild exposure cleaning staff were given teaches our immune sysKILLED (inactivated): disinfecting wipes to use tem to recognize and then The flu vaccine is an example, as it’s made once a day on commonly attack the infection if we from a protein or other small piece taken touched surfaces. The encounter it later in life. from a virus or bacteria. disinfectants, along with Vaccines help us have a proper hand hygiene, milder reaction to the infecTOXOID: reduced the virus spread tion and keep us from beUsed for such diseases as tetanus and by 80 to 90 percent. The coming seriously ill. Thanks diphtheria, these vaccines contain a toxin disinfectant wipes used to vaccines, diseases such or chemical made by the virus or bacteria. contained quaternary as meningitis, polio, tetaThis type of vaccine makes you immune to ammonium compounds. nus, diphtheria, whooping the harmful effects of the infection, instead These QUAT-based cough, measles and mumps of the infection itself. disinfectants are effective are far less common than against the norovirus and they used to be.

BIOSYNTHETIC:

VACCINES

This vaccine type contains man-made substances that are very similar to pieces of the virus or bacteria. An example is the Hib (Haemophilus influenza type B) conjugate vaccine.

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WORDS TO KNOW!

EPIDEMIC:

PANDEMIC:

Also called a seasonal outbreak, an epidemic is when the number of people who become infected with a disease rises well beyond what is expected within a country, region or city. In the case of influenza, epidemics are generally caused by subtypes of a virus that is already circulating among people.

Derived from the Greek word pandemos, meaning “pertaining to all people,” a pandemic is a worldwide viral outbreak. A pandemic is usually caused by a new virus strain or subtype that humans have no or little immunity against. Pandemics generally cause much higher numbers of deaths than epidemics.

THE MISERY OF FLU SEASON Unlike common cold symptoms, which come on gradually and are generally mild, the flu hits you like a sledgehammer. One day you’re fine, and the next you’re so exhausted you just want to sleep. Your head is pounding, every muscle in your body is aching and you’re burning up with a high fever. Yep, you’ve got the flu. And it’s going to be a rough few weeks.

For those with chronic health conditions such as asthma or a compromised immune system or for those who are older than 65 or younger than 2, the flu can lead to viral pneumonia.

In the most severe cases, hospitalization is required.

According to the CDC, 5 to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu every year and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from flu-related complications. And there are anywhere from several hundred to several thousand fluassociated deaths a year.

In the United States, flu season typically starts in the

fall before peaking in January and February.

But there have been flu seasons that extended into May. Highly contagious, the flu is primarily transmitted by airborne droplets caused by sneezing, coughing and, yes, even talking.

People with the flu can spread it to others from up to six feet away. But you can also contract the flu by touching surfaces or objects contaminated by the flu virus and then touching your mouth, eyes and nose.

Flu symptoms generally begin one to four days after the virus enters the body. But then there’s this: A seemingly healthy adult may be able to infect other people beginning one day before symptoms even manifest and up to five to seven days after becoming sick. Children may pass on the virus for longer than seven days.

The No. 1 defense against getting the flu is getting an annual flu vaccination. The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older. Most flu vaccines, formulated to protect against the most anticipated common strains during the upcoming

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season, are available in October. It takes about two weeks after vaccination for immunity to set in, so the earlier you get it, the sooner you’ll be protected before the onset of the flu season.

If you do get the flu and go to a doctor within 24 to 48 hours of symptoms onset, a prescribed antiviral may help. Antiviral drugs can lessen symptoms and shorten the duration of the flu by one or two days. They can also help prevent serious flu complications like pneumonia.

The two FDA-approved antivirals are Tamiflu (oseltamivir), which is prescribed as either a pill or liquid, and Relenza (zanamivir), which is an inhaled powder.

THE NASTY NOROVIRUS Thanks to media coverage of several

cruise ships having outbreaks, many of us have become aware of the norovirus. A very contagious virus, this nasty little thing causes gastroenteritis. When that happens, you have stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea and throw up—a lot. The norovirus is transmitted by an infected person, eating or drinking contaminated food or water and/or touching contaminated surfaces. It is also the most common cause of foodborne-disease outbreaks in the United States.

Especially serious in young children and older adults, the norovirus causes 19 to 21 million illnesses and 570 to 800 deaths a year in the United States. And you can have the norovirus illness many times in your life.

The best norovirus prevention is, you guessed it, proper and frequent hand washing to avoid contaminated food, water and surfaces.

There is no specific medicine to treat the norovirus. The most important thing is to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. Severe dehydration may lead to hospitalization and the use of intravenous fluids. Most people recover in one to three days.

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MUTATION MATTERS We’re all aware by now that this year’s flu vaccine proved to be less than successful. The reason? According to research scientists, the flu virus mutated (and it’s not the only virus that can do that!), leaving the vaccine unable to protect against the newly minted strain of the disease.

But how exactly do viruses mutate and change?

Well, the science can be a bit mind boggling.

A virus has to change in order to adapt to its host. It does this through two processes: antigenic drift and antigenic shift.

Antigenic drift occurs when the proteins covering the influenza virus (which act as antigens to trigger your body’s immune system) record a subtle change caused by the genes that originally encoded the proteins. The changes may be miniscule, but it’s enough to throw your body’s defenses out of whack. Your body works (through vaccines, exposure, etc.) to develop very specific defense mechanisms against very particular strands of the flu, and when there’s a small change to the proteins surrounding the flu, your body no longer knows it’s supposed to fight it off and instead welcomes it in.

Once you’re infected with the new strain, your body will begin to develop antibodies to protect against it in the future. The flu vaccine works much the same way, introducing new strains of the virus into your body to trigger the development of antibodies.

Antigenic shift on the other hand occurs when the changes taking place within the virus are sudden and major. Much more rare, antigenic shift occurs when two different strains of a virus infect the same cell simultaneously, basically mixing and matching parts of their genome (complete DNA) to create a whole new virus.

Because this virus is so new and immunity is incredibly low against it, pandemics and outbreaks are often common over large areas of land.

The moral of the story? Stay up to date on those vaccinations. A little protection is better than none at all!

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VIRUSES

TYPES OF

AND WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

TRANSMISSION

SYMPTOMS

INCUBATION PERIOD

IS THERE A VACCINE?

FLU /INFLUENZA TYPE A, B & C

Airborne droplets

Fever/chills, runny nose, cough, muscle aches, sore throat, fatigue, nausea/vomiting for some

1-4 days

Yes

COLD/RHINOVIRUS

Airborne droplets & contact

Runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, sneezing, low fever, mild aches/headache

1-3 days

No

CHICKENPOX

Airborne droplets & contact

Very itchy rash lasting 7-10 days; from red bumps to fluid-filled blisters to scabs; can lead to Shingles infection later in life

14-16 days

Yes

VIRUS

MEASLES

Airborne droplets & contact

High fever, sore eyes, conjunctivitis, small/ white spots in mouth, no appetite/energy and a dry cough

10-12 days

Yes (MMR protects against measles, mumps and rubella)

ENTEROVIRUS D68

Airborne/coughing, sneezing, etc.; then touching contaminated surface

Runny nose, coughing, fever, body aches; severe symptoms are wheezing and trouble breathing

3-10 days

No

RABIES

From animals to humans through bites/scratches

Early symptoms are fever and pain or an unexplained tingling, pricking or burning feeling at the wound site

Typically 1-3 months (but can be less than a week or more than a year)

Yes

HIV

Transmitted through blood, breast milk and sexual fluids

Early symptoms similar to the flu that come and go for a month or two.

Infections and other symptoms worsen as disease progresses.

2 weeks to 6 months for your body to begin making HIV antibodies

No

HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS (HPV)

Vaginal, anal or oral sex

Often symptomless; some strands of the virus can cause genital warts or lead to certain cancers

Usually 2-3 months, but can range 1-20 months.

Yes

HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUSES (TYPE 1 AND 2)

Type 1: Skin to skin contact, like kissing or other casual contact, Type 2: Sexually transmitted/oral secretions

Type 1: Cold sores/fever blisters on/around the mouth Type 2: Most asymptomatic; vesicles may appear on genitals, mouth or rectum; then break, creating painful ulcers

Averages 4 days

No

HEPATITIS (A, B, C, D, E)

A: Primarily fecal-oral, B: Person to person through bodily fluids, C: Most commonly through infected blood, D: Infected blood or blood products E: Contaminated drinking water (fecal/oral)

All hepatitis infections affect the liver; each has its own unique set of symptoms

EBOLA

Direct contact with blood or bodily fluids

Nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, red eyes, raised rash, stomach pain, severe weight loss, bleeding and bruising

A: Yes, B: A: 28 days, B: 1.5-6 Yes, C: No, months, C: 2 weeks D: (vaccination to 6 months, D: 1.5-6 against B will months, E: 3-8 weeks prevent it), E: No

2 to 21 days

No

Editor’s Note: It’s important to note that many viruses can lead to serious complications and further disease. The above list is just a sampling. If you are ill and aren’t sure of the cause, or if your illness is progressing instead of improving, it’s always best to seek medical attention.

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the good news is…

that lifestyle

changes can radically affect heart health. In fact, medical experts report that four in five heart attacks are preventable.

And no, it’s not because of some remarkable new medication or diet supplement.

A Swedish study followed over 20,000 men from 1997

to 2009, focusing on five health measures that can be controlled. The researchers measured the benefits of: eating a healthy diet, drinking one (or fewer) alcoholic drinks per day, exercising regularly, having a

EACH FACTOR INCREMENTALLY LOWERED THE RISK OF CARDIAC DISEASE. MEN WHO ACHIEVED ALL OF THESE WERE A SHOCKING 79 PERCENT LESS LIKELY TO HAVE A HEART ATTACK THAN THOSE WHO ACCOMPLISHED NONE.

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A similar analysis of U.S. women using data from the Women’s Health Initiative study looked at parameters that predicted the risk of heart failure. The follow-up study covered 11 years and looked at 1,826 cases. The results paralleled the Swedish men’s study and revealed that women who had a healthy diet, exercised regularly, maintained a good BMI (body mass index) and didn’t smoke had a 77 percent lower risk of heart failure.

The encouraging truth is that all of these contributing factors are things an individual can control in his or her life.

Unfortunately, we’ve become a lazy nation. Many Americans would rather have their doctor prescribe medication than go to the effort of changing their lifestyle.

Even making just two lifestyle changes—exercising 30 minutes five days a week and eating a heart healthy diet—can significantly improve heart health.

“By simply making these two lifestyle changes, one could lower risk of diabetes, hypertension, obesity and cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke,” notes Harper Stone, M.D., cardiologist at Jackson Heart Clinic in Jackson, Mississippi, and president of the American Heart Association’s Greater southeast Affiliate.

You can change your health for the better and lower your risk of heart disease. Why not get started this week?

think of food as fuel

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ou wouldn’t put diesel into your vehicle’s gas engine and expect it to run. You can’t expect your body to function well if you fuel it with poor nutritional choices, yet many of us do this routinely.

For starters, know how many calories you should consume on a daily basis. You can easily determine this at one of many online sites, such as calculator.net. The goal is to use up at least as many calories as you take in each day.

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Obviously you can get calories from all sorts of foods, but you should strive to get them from nutritious foods, using the following as a framework:

REGULAR EXERCISE LOWERS ALL-CAUSE MORTALITY

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES (4-1/2 CUPS WHEN EATING 2,000 CALORIES PER DAY) WHOLE GRAINS BEANS AND LEGUMES NO-FAT AND LOW-FAT DAIRY PRODUCTS LEAN MEAT AND SKINLESS POULTRY, OILY FISH RICH IN OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS (SALMON, TROUT, HERRING) NUTS AND SEEDS Revamping your diet may seem daunting, but every little improvement counts. For example, research shows that those who eat a daily serving of fruits and veggies have a 4 percent lower risk of heart disease and a 5 percent lower risk of stroke.

While you’re watching what you should eat, pay attention to what you shouldn’t: Limit red meat, sugary foods and sweet beverages.

Read nutrition labels and limit your intake of saturated fat (no more than 5 to 6 percent of total calories), trans fat and sodium (no more than 2,400 milligrams daily).

If you drink, limit daily alcohol consumption to just one drink (women) or two drinks (men).

“Eating a heart-healthy diet low in fat and sodium can impact the disease processes of blood pressure and cholesterol in a positive way,” remarks Dr. Stone.

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here’s no such thing as a “healthy” amount of tobacco use. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cigarettes contain at least 250 chemical components proven harmful to human health.

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GETes,MOVING! we know, you’re busy and joining a

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gym was NOT on your list of New Year’s resolutions. That’s OK. You don’t have to work out in a fitness center to see results.

The most important thing is to get moving and stay moving—no matter how you choose to do it.

Only a paltry 20.7 percent of American adults meet federal recommended guidelines for aerobic and strengthening activities. Thirty percent of American adults engage in no physical activity during their leisure hours.

Inactivity is higher among women than men and increases with age.

To better your overall cardiovascular health, the American Heart Association (AHA) recommends at least 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise or 75 minutes per week of vigorous exercise (or a combination of both).

Aim for 30 minutes a day, five days a week. (Hint: It’s beneficial even if you have to break it down into segments of 10 to 15 minutes.) To help lower blood pressure or cholesterol, get 40 minutes of aerobic exercise of moderate to vigorous intensity three to four times a week.

Dr. Stone points out that regular exercise also lowers all-cause mortality.

don’t light up To name just a few, these include formaldehyde (used to preserve human and animal remains), arsenic (used as a wood preservative), cadmium (used to make batteries) and tar. Polonium-210 is another common component of cigarettes and is actually a radioactive element. Need more disturbing stats?

Studies show that a person who smokes 1 ½ packs a day gets the same amount of radiation as if they’d received over 300 X-rays in a year.

If you smoke or use tobacco, quit.

Talk to your doctor about programs or medication to ease the transition to becoming a non-smoker.

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igh blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is the most crucial treatable risk factor for stroke. When was the last time you had your blood pressure checked?

Blood pressure and cholesterol levels both have great impact on heart health, yet many people ignore them until they are elderly, and at that point, there’s usually no way to turn things around.

We tend to think of the heart’s main activity as pumping blood, but twothirds of the cardiac cycle is actually spent in the relaxation/fill cycle, which is related to blood pressure. So, if you have a problem with this cycle,

BLOOD PRESSURE CATEGORY SYSTOLIC MM HG (UPPER #) DIASTOLIC MM HG (LOWER #)

know your numbers you have a high risk of heart failure, probably even higher than if the heart has problems with the pumping part of the cycle.

Blood pressure in an adult age 20 or older should normally be less than 120/80 mm Hg (less than 120 systolic and less than 80 diastolic). In which category do you fall? (See chart below.)

When it comes to cholesterol, adults should typically have their levels checked every four to six years.

Ideally, your HDL (good) cholesterol level should be high, while your LDL levels should be low. Your triglyceride number should also be low.

An optimal cholesterol score is less than 180 mg/dL.

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Doctors calculate total cholesterol score according to this equation: HDL + LDL + 20 percent of triglyceride level.

When caught early enough, blood pressure and cholesterol can often be lowered with lifestyle changes, which is why it’s important to know where you stand so you can make any necessary adjustments.

“Both exercise and diet can have a tremendous impact on improving blood pressure and cholesterol. Exercise has also been shown to [support a] modest reduction in blood pressure and have beneficial effects on glucose metabolism, as well as lower triglyceride levels and raise HDL levels,” notes Dr. Stone.

but one in five adults suffers to some degree from a more serious condition in which they repeatedly stop breathing while snoring. This condition, known as sleep apnea, can be more than just annoying.

“Sleep apnea is very prevalent in patients with cardiovascular disease,” notes Dr. Stone. “Unfortunately, sleep apnea is under-diagnosed and can lead to the development of heart rhythm disturbances, such as atrial fibrillation, hypertension, pulmonary hypertension, as well as an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and death.”

When someone has sleep apnea, they actually pause while breathing, only to wake themselves as they gasp for air. This may occur just a few times an hour or as many as 30 or more times. Not only does sleep apnea interrupt sleep, preventing proper rest, but it can also lead to abnormal function of the cells lining blood vessels and affect the nervous system.

Although sleep apnea is more common in men than women, it’s certainly not a male-only problem. It’s often

obesity-related, and in many cases, the problem goes away if the patient loses enough weight.

FOR PLENTY OF If you find yourself tired during HEART HEALTH the day, sleep apnea may be to RECOMMENDATIONS, blame. Talk to your doctor about TIPS, RECIPES diagnosis and treatment, which is AND MORE, VISIT known as “continuous positive airway HEART.ORG. pressure” (CPAP). You may need to use a CPAP device when sleeping to maintain air pressure in your breathing passages so you aren’t deprived of oxygen.

“The true prevalence of sleep apnea is unknown as most people with the disorder do not undergo a sleep study and remain undiagnosed,” says Dr. Stone. “Treatment of sleep apnea not only improves outcomes but also improves quality of life.”

LEARN MORE:

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UCCESS IN THE BUSINESS WORLD DOESN’T

2

ENSURE HAPPINESS… BUT COMBINE THAT

SUCCESS WITH A GREAT MARRIAGE PARTNER

AND A GOOD HOME LIFE AND YOU JUST MIGHT FIND YOUR KEY TO HAPPINESS. BUT HOW DO DRIVEN,

HARD-WORKING BUSINESS COUPLES BALANCE THE DEMANDS OF A PROFESSIONAL CAREER AND THE

EMOTIONAL NEEDS OF THEIR SPOUSE AND FAMILY? IT CAN’T BE DONE ALONE—IT TAKES

THE POWER OF

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DR. WILLIAM & DR. YVETTE

GAYA

R. YVETTE GAYA HAD GRADUATED FROM BOSTON UNIVERSITY AND BEGUN A SUCCESSFUL CAREER AS A DENTIST IN NEW JERSEY WHEN SHE FELT SOMETHING WAS MISSING IN HER

LIFE. SHE WAS LONELY AND MISSED HER FAMILY IN PUERTO RICO.

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When she arrived home, her older sister, Ruby, decided it was time to find Yvette a boyfriend. Ruby worked at the VA hospital in San Juan and knew a young, handsome physician there who she felt was perfect for Yvette.

“When Ruby asked me if I had a girlfriend, I looked at her strangely and she said, ‘Not for me; for my sister, Yvette,’” Dr. William Gaya says and laughs. “I asked her if she had photos, and when I took one look, I told her to set up a date. She took Yvette to a restaurant to eat dinner, and I ‘casually’ dropped by. We immediately had a great chemistry, and six months later, we were married.”

Twenty-two years later, the Gayas have two daughters, Isabel, 14, and Gabriela, 13… and two thriving practices.

“William and I are both very serious about our professions. We stay on top of the latest changes and always give our patients the very best treatment we can provide,” says Yvette. “And when it comes to family life, our home is our temple. We feel that family is the foundation of life, and we are very family-oriented. We even went so far as to plan out the schools our girls would attend so we could each drive one of them to school each morning on our way to our offices, because we realize that our time together is precious.”

“When we first moved here 18 years ago, we both worked very, very hard. After we had children I realized we were missing out on their lives; they were growing so fast,” says William. “We were able to make adjustments and move into solo practices that gave us the time we needed at home. My daughters are truly my passion, and we have a very strong family life.”

Faith also plays a part in the Gaya family life.

“We have a strong faith that we have passed on to our children,” says William. “We are practicing

Catholics, and we feel that this is a gift that was passed on to us, and we have passed it on to our children. Our oldest daughter’s confirmation is coming soon, and it will involve a lot of family.”

When it comes to community involvement, William says that Yvette does the work while he takes care of their daughters. Yvette is a very active board member of the Kimberley’s Center for Child Protection and is the president of their homeowners association.

We feel that family is the foundation of life.

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JOE & AMY

MEEK T

HE LIVES OF JOE AND AMY MEEK REVOLVE AROUND GOD, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY. JUST ASK ALMOST ANYONE ON THE STREETS OF ANY COMMUNITY IN

CITRUS COUNTY AND THEY CAN TELL YOU WHO JOE AND AMY ARE. THIS YOUNG COUPLE BELIEVES IN THEIR HEARTS THEY CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR NEIGHBORS’ LIVES—AND THEY DO.

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The Beverly Hills couple, who both were born and raised in Citrus County, have been lifelong friends and began dating at 14 years of age.

“We’ve been married 12 years,” Joe says and laughs, “but we’ve been together a long time. We began dating back when we were students at Crystal River High School; then we both attended the University of South Florida. We became engaged in our senior year of college and were married a short time later.”

Joe used his degree in business management to enter the field of homebuilding and development, joining with his father to create JCM Development and Investment and Citrus Builder.

Amy used her degree in business marketing to procure a job in the financial world with Deutsche Bank and Merrill Lynch.

Joe began a political career in 2008 when he was elected to the Citrus County Commission. He was reelected in 2012 and We have a currently serves on the while also family rule commission serving on several other that we boards and committees in eat dinner the county.

Amy, who is a together as self-proclaimed “people person,” now holds the a family position of president/ every day. CEO of United Way of Citrus County. She is also heavily involved in community and church work.

When and how do they find time to spend with their young sons, 7-year-old Joe IV and 5-year-old Jackson?

“We have a family rule that we eat dinner together as a family every day,” says Amy. “We set aside time every single evening, even if our schedules mean it can only be for 15 minutes, to sit down and enjoy dinner with one another and our children. We also feel that one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is a knowledge of God. We attend Seven Rivers Presbyterian Church, and God is the center of our home life. We have prayer time together each night, and we want our children to know that God is key to success in this life.”

“When it comes to time for Amy and me, we try to schedule a ‘date night’ as often as possible,” says Joe. Either Amy’s parents or my parents take care of the boys, and she and I go out to dinner. It doesn’t happen as often as we would like, but we are very committed to family time together. I coach the boys in baseball and basketball, so we use any chance we can find to be together as a family.”

What does the future hold for Joe and Amy? “There are political options we are prayerfully considering,” says Joe. “I have less than two years remaining in my current term as county commissioner, and I want to remain in public service; there are other state political options that appeal to me right now, but we want to make sure it is God’s plan for our lives. As a couple, we don’t have our own ‘grand plan.’ We aren’t believers that we solely control our own destinies; we believe God has a plan for our lives. We both work hard and are dedicated to our careers, and we will go where God leads us.”

AL & JUDY

DUNLAP 2 A L AND JUDY

DUNLAP GREW UP IN POOR

WORKING-CLASS

FAMILIES LEADING VERY DIFFERENT LIVES.

He was an inner-city boy from Hoboken, New Jersey, and she was a Midwestern girl living in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Al’s father had only a ninth-grade education, and his mother attended school through the fifth grade. As a young boy, he developed a tenacious drive to succeed, realizing that if he wanted to make it big in life… it would be up to him.

“Through my mother’s inspiration, I made it to college by studying hard and playing football,” says Al. “I received a scholarship to West Point, and following graduation and my time in service, I went to work in the paper industry. I ended up running a paper company in Eau Claire, and my boss, Ely Meyer, wanted me to settle down and stay, so he introduced me to Judy.”

At first, the attraction was one-sided.

“I was a good Midwestern girl, and I had been warned about those aggressive city boys, so I was

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immediately leery of Al,” Judy says and laughs. “But we started dating, and after three months of going out with him while also dating the vice-president of the bank I was working at, Al told me I had to decide which of them it would be. I chose Al, and that was 46 years ago.”

Those 46 years haven’t been lacking for adventure. Al’s drive pushed him to the top of the corporate world where he headed such well-known companies as Scott Paper, Lily Tulip, Crown Zellerbach, Sunbeam and five other major national and international corporations. Although their lives have changed in those 46 years, their love and devotion for one another has remained a constant.

“We are best friends,” says Judy. “We haven’t let success or money change us. We may have more things, but we have remained the same.”

“We have always done things together,” says Al. “Even when I was making business decisions that affected entire companies, I talked it over with Judy. I have always respected her opinion, and although I had to make the final decision, it was always with her input considered.”

Ten years ago, Judy had an idea that would change the Dunlap’s lives.

“I told Al that we needed to take the remaining time we have left and share God’s blessings on our lives with others,” she says. “Al agreed, and we have been doing that ever since.”

Al and Judy are now devoted philanthropists. Their 100-acre farm, Casa Del Mar, located just south of Ocala, has become a

haven for 75 abused or hurt animals that will receive the best in lifelong care. In conjunction with the Marion County Sheriff ’s office, they fund an annual Christmas party for 100 of Marion County’s poorest children, ensuring each child has gifts they otherwise would never have received. They are also ardent supporters of Florida State University, having donated more than $15 million for study and athletic facilities. Their love for German Shepherd dogs (they have owned We are best seven throughout friends, we haven't their marriage) has led them to donate five let success or K-9 police dogs to the money change us. sheriff ’s office. They are also involved in many other local charities.

One of their charitable acts was the funding, in conjunction with the Mayo Clinic, of the Albert J. and Judith A. Dunlap Cancer Center in Eau Claire.

“I lost my father to lung cancer, and four years ago, my mother died from cancer also,” says Judy. “To be able to change people’s lives with this center is so wonderful. It has a beautiful garden that we named Jenny’s Gardens after my mother, Virginia.

She loved to garden, and it is such a peaceful place for the patients to enjoy.”

Al and Judy’s future plans are to expand their philanthropic endeavors wherever God leads them.

W SINGH 2 DR. PARIKSITH & DR. MARIA SCUNZIANO-

HEN BOTH PARTNERS IN A MARRIAGE ARE PHYSICIANS, IT CAN BE VERY HARD TO FIND TIME TO SPEND TOGETHER AS A COUPLE. THE FACT THAT

DR. PARIKSITH SINGH AND HIS WIFE, DR. MARIA SCUNZIANOSINGH, ORIGINALLY WORKED FOR THE SAME EMPLOYER WHEN THEY MOVED TO HERNANDO COUNTY FROM NEW YORK MIGHT HAVE SOLVED THIS PROBLEM, BUT IT DIDN’T. THEY ENDED UP ASSIGNED TO OFFICES IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS, AND THEIR LONG WORK HOURS SEVERELY LIMITED THEIR TIME SPENT TOGETHER.

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The couple is involved in community projects “At that time, Maria and I worked in a medical group that included four physicians,” says Pariksith. in both Hernando County and India through the Auroveda Foundation. They also donated six acres “Our employer was expanding to other areas, of land to create the Auro Community Garden in and I asked him if he would sell the Hernando Brooksville, which Maria visits each weekend. office to me. I knew that if we owned the business, “A project like the garden not only brings then Maria and I could determine which office people together, it helps those in need have we would work in, and this would allow us to be access to healthy food that hasn’t been exposed together… so, Access Health Care was created.” to chemicals or additives,” she says. “These are the The couple couldn’t have imagined the types of things we love to success that would follow. Access Health do. Our goal is to make Care has grown from four physicians a positive difference in into a multi-specialty group that now Our goal was this world.” includes more than 200 primary care physicians and specialists and more than simply to 700 employees. provide the “Our goal was simply to provide best health the best health care possible for our patients and create an efficient business care possible with a team atmosphere,” says Pariksith. for our “Once it was started, it seemed to take on a life of its own and grew quickly. patients.

But, for Maria and myself, growth isn’t as important as providing excellent health care for each patient. That is why we are here.”

The couple, who has four children, Sarina, 18, Shaan, 14, Lenora, 10, and Nathaniel, 6, met while performing their residencies at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. They have been married for 19 years and have lived in Spring Hill since 1993. Although they come from very different backgrounds, they found early on in their relationship that they have a lot in common.

“My husband is from New Delhi, and I am a New York City-girl from the Bronx. Although we were raised in different cultures and with different religious backgrounds, we quickly learned that we were both spiritually open-minded people who felt that love and family was as important as our careers,” says Maria. “As the business has grown, it has made it increasingly difficult to make family time, but family is our main priority. We make sure that the time we spend together after our workday ends is quality time well spent.”

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HARVEY & CONNIE

RADFORD 2 B OTH CONNIE AND HARVEY RADFORD KNOW A GOOD DEAL WHEN THEY SEE ONE. DECADES

SPENT SELLING REAL ESTATE IN CALIFORNIA

AND FLORIDA HAVE GIVEN THIS COUPLE A KEEN EYE FOR A SURE THING. SO, WHEN THEIR SON MICHAEL WARREN SAID HE HAD AN IDEA FOR A WEBSITE THAT MIGHT POSSIBLY BE A LUCRATIVE BUSINESS VENTURE… THEY SAT DOWN TO LISTEN.

“Michael, thought that an online business offering customers a free marketplace would be very appealing to a broad range of people.

This was back in 1998 before Craigslist and the other websites you see today,” says Connie. “We knew that as the popularity of the website increased, revenue could be generated through ad sales.

We also knew that printed classified ads could be expensive and reached a limited audience. The idea of free classified ads that could be placed by anyone and viewed by anyone with a computer really sounded like it could work, so Harvey and I talked it over and decided to become partners in Ocala4Sale.”

Once they decided the business venture was feasible, they had the website up and running in one month. The first day of operation was February 15, 1998.

Because the idea was new to the area, it took time for news of its existence to spread.

“The very concept of free classifieds was hard for people to comprehend. We put in a lot of hours and hard work promoting Ocala4Sale in the beginning,” says Connie. “A lot of advertising came through word of mouth, but Harvey and I, Michael and his wife, LuAnne, talked about it to anyone and everyone we met.

We even set up tables outside our business office and gave away free donuts, coffee and information about the website and the free services it offered. For quite a while, we were posting a lot of classifieds and doing a lot of work but not selling any advertising space to businesses. Slowly, but surely, it began to become known throughout the area, and businesses then realized that buying an ad on our site would be advantageous.”

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The very concept of free classifieds was hard for people to comprehend.

That early success snowballed, and today the family-friendly website receives more than 300,000 visitors each month.

“The business was so successful that it was expanded into USA4Sale,” says Connie.

“Originally, this included several cities in Florida, but today, the business is concentrating on Villages4Sale, our original website Ocala4Sale and the first franchise sold, LakeCity4Sale.”

After nurturing the business for eight years, Harvey and Connie sold their interest in Ocala4Sale in 2006, and the money has helped finance their retirement dreams. The couple, who live in On Top of the World just south of Ocala, has traveled extensively, visiting all 48 contiguous states in their RV. Working as a team, they raised a blended family of seven children in their 33 years together. Early in their marriage, Connie suggested to Harvey, who was working full time as an accountant, that he acquire his real estate license. She knew if they were both in the same business and worked in the same office they would have more time to spend together. It worked out well with Harvey selling real estate and also doing accountant work as time permitted.

They are both very active in the College Park Church of God, serving on the church council and being a part of the Praise and Worship Team. Connie sings, and Harvey plays the drums. They are also involved in community and charitable work.

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hen you walk into Christie’s Sweets, located in Inverness, you’ll see a picture of an older couple, Marta and Ismael Villanueva, hanging on the wall and a spunky 4’11” girl working inside. She is Christie Duryea and those are her grandparents, the ones who helped fund her entire bakery and who she owes everything to.

“They are the reason I’m living the dream that a lot of people don’t get to live,” she said. “They mean a lot to me.”

In fact, Duryea’s whole family has been a tremendous help in getting her bakery opened. They all had a hand: Her father built the tables. Her mother decorated the shop. And all of her family handed her checks, from $50 to $500. Her husband, once a chef himself, is always supportive.

“He has all the patience in the world and doesn’t yell at me after an 18 hour day of baking,” she said. “I’m a lucky lady and I try not to forget it.”

But baking wasn’t some newfound love, it’s been her lifelong dream. Since age 15 she knew she wanted to be a pastry chef and after schooling, training and an appearance at the South Beach Wine Festival, she was able to open own shop.

It was her husband’s drive for something new - the police academy - that brought them up to Inverness from Miami, her hometown. They were working the same hours and he really wanted to be a police officer, so they looked around Miami for police academies but everything was too expensive. When they checked Central Florida, where her mother has property, they found Central Florida College’s Police Academy and he attended while she opened her shop.

The bakery isn’t just for the sweetness of the sweets, though.

Duryea offers healthy options as well, such as sugar free and gluten free items. Even vegan-friendly. She likes to make everything fresh and since the options aren’t usually big sellers, they’re by request only. But, give her 48 hours notice, and she’ll try anything out you ask for.

“I’ve been a pastry chef for many years so I know how to work around things,” she said.

It’s not just about pastries, though.

Duryea’s shop also offers sandwiches and soups, all made in-house. All of her bread is homemade by her along with the soups and this offering sets her

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apart from other bakeries in the area.

Christie’s Sweets isn’t just about the food, it’s about the atmosphere as well.

Duryea wants the shop to feel personal instead of just a place of business. She’s a little lady with a lot of personality and her customers know it, too. If it’s not the sweets, than it’s her sense of humor she’s best known for.

“I want it to feel like family when you come in here,” she said.

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too much milk?

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Milk is an everyday staple for many kids growing up, from the bowls of their cereal to the cartons in their lunches, but are they drinking too much?

New data from the Early Childhood Longitudinal Survey reveals that 4 year olds who drank more than two servings (two cups) of milk per day were 16 percent more likely to be overweight.

When two servings gives you a balance of vitamin D and iron, any more may be too much. Talk to your child’s pediatrician to determine the amount that’s correct for them. Need an alternative to milk for your youngster?

Water is always best!

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ditch the stick:

diy deodorant F

rom the burning heat of summer to the cozy sweaters of winter, deodorant is an everyday essential. Lately, tons of do-ityourself deodorant recipes have been emerging as people decide to ditch the stick and go natural.

So why take the time to make your own? Antiperspirants have a couple of chemical compounds that are becoming a little concerning.

For example, aluminum-based compounds are used to form a barrier in the ducts of the underarm that block the flow of sweat from reaching the surface of the skin. Some research suggests that aluminum-based compounds cause estrogenlike effects when absorbed, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Parabens are used as preservers in some cosmetic products and also imitate the activity of estrogen in the body when absorbed. Because estrogen has the ability to promote the growth of breast cancer cells, some scientists have suggested that antiperspirants contribute to the development of breast cancer.

With do-it-yourself natural deodorant recipes, at least you know exactly what’s going into your odor blocker.

Blogger and founder of Scratch Mommy, Jessica Healey, formulated an easy DIY deodorant that can be customized with your favorite essential oils. Follow her recipe below for an all-natural alternative:

DIY deodorant You will need: 4

ounce jar or tin

30

grams coconut oil

20

grams shea butter

10

grams oil (almond, avocado, or any oil that is liquid at room temperature)

10

grams beeswax

15

grams arrowroot powder

15

grams diatomaceous earth (also known as DE), food grade

5

drops of vitamin E

20-25 drops of your choice of essential oils (optional) You will need a kitchen scale to measure ingredients and a double boiler. You can substitute a double boiler by placing a glass bowl over a pot of shallow water. Put both oils, shea butter and beeswax into the upper part of your double boiler or in the glass bowl. Melt on low heat over the bottom part of your double boiler or over a pot with shallow water until everything is melted. melted.Turn off heat, and let the mixture cool for a couple of minutes. Add arrowroot, DE, vitamin E and your choice of essential oils (such as lavender). Whisk vigorously to fully combine. Poor in tin or jar and allow it to set set.

NOT A DIYER? IT’S OK! YOU CAN BUY JESSICA’S HOMEMADE DEODORANT THROUGH HER ORGANIC SKINCARE STORE AT SCRATCHMOMMY.COM..

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app...we mean apt to exercise S

ure, it’s the year 2015. But we’re pretty positive we’re in the clear when we tell you that you won’t likely be roaming the air in a flying car anytime soon, nor will you be greeted by a robotic maid when you return home. Nope, The Jetson’s still have us beat.

Although, there is one thing we do have the upper hand in— something even George Jetson had to live without. Apps.

If you have a smartphone or a tablet, then you probably have a handful of apps you already use on a regular basis. And as thousands of new apps are created each year (maybe more!) there’s some that are definitely worth checking out. We’re talking about the exercise and health apps.

Below are some of our favorite apps that will get you up and moving and on track.

rock my run

Finally you have your very own life soundtrack!

Highly tailored playlists select and sync the music that’s playing based on the tempo of your activity. Talk about stepping to the beat of the music. iPhone and Android. Free.

SMOOTHIE SELECTOR WITH ENDLESS SMOOTHIE RECIPES TO CHOOSE FROM, CHANCES ARE YOU’LL BE HOOKED FOR A WHILE. BASED ON GOALS SUCH AS MUSCLE BUILDING, WEIGHT LOSS, MEAL REPLACEMENT, BREAKFAST, HEALTH BOOST AND DESSERT, BE READY TO MEET YOUR GOALS SOONER THAN LATER! PLUS, THEY TASTE GOOD, TOO. IPHONE. $0.99.

gympact

Finally a job you’ll love! Earn cash for living healthy and get paid by people who don’t— really it’s a win-win situation. Put more simply, setting goals and meeting them will earn you money from those who have not met their set goals—and the same goes for when you don’t meet your goals— it’s time to pay up! iPhone and Android. Free.

SEVEN 7 MINUTES, 7 DAYS AND 7 MONTHS. BASED ON VARIOUS SCIENTIFIC STUDIES, THE SEVEN-MINUTE WORKOUT IS BASED ON THE THEORY THAT WORKING OUT PROVES TO BE THE MOST BENEFICIAL IN SHORT, REGULAR INTERVALS. IPHONE AND ANDROID. FREE.

sworkit

This app makes it nearly impossible to claim that you don’t exercise because you don’t have time to go to the gym. Sworkit is a personal trainer that will guide you through workout videos that you can do virtually anywhere, anytime. iPhone and Android. $1.99.

ARGUS WITH THIS APP YOUR IPHONE WILL DOUBLE AS A HEALTH AND FITNESS DEVICE AS IT MONITORS AND MANAGES YOUR ACTIVITIES, FOOD, WORKOUTS, SLEEP, HYDRATION, WEIGHT AND VITALS. TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOALS ARGUS WILL GIVE YOU BOTH FEEDBACK AND POINTS BASED ON HOW WELL YOU’RE PERFORMING. IPHONE. FREE.

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strawberry fests forever

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2ND ANNUAL HABITAT FOR HUMANITY STRAWBERRY FAMILY FESTIVAL MCPHERSON GOVERNMENT COMPLEX, OCALA Ocala Style is a proud sponsor of this year’s festival, and proceeds from the event will be used to build a new home for one Marion County family.

Guests can expect a farmers market with fresh produce, a kids’ zone full of fun and booths selling products from crafters and local businesses. For details, visit habitatstrawberryfamilyfest.com.

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FLORIDA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL PLANT CITY 26 - 8 This year, Florida’s largest fruit fest will feature over 20 contests and exhibits, a huge market of homemade goods and even a performance

by Alabama. For more information, check out flstrawberryfestival.com.

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17TH ANNUAL BRADFORD COUNTY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL APR

DOWNTOWN STARKE

11-12 A Strawberry 5K,

you say? Add in tons of food vendors, craft booths and more and this event is guaranteed to be fun for the whole family. Need to know more? Find the info at bradfordcountystrawberryfestival.com.

2015 FLORAL CITY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL FLORAL CITY Strawberry Princess Pageants, pie eating contests and more make this festival one to visit.

There’s even a Berries, Brew & BBQ pre-party the evening of March 6.

Admission is $4 per adult and kids 12 and under get in free. Details available at citruscountychamber.com.

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strawberry salsa You’ll need to make something amazing with all those fresh strawberries. We suggest this salsa recipe from Jessica Hylton of jessicainthekitchen.com. It takes just 10 minutes to make a fresh, fruity snack and will really showcase those beautiful berries.

You’ll need… ½

cup strawberries, washed, de-stemmed and diced

½

small onion, diced

½

tablespoon chopped herb of choice (try mint, parsley or cilantro Juice of 2 small limes

Mix the strawberries, onion and lime juice together. Allow the mixture to soak for about 5 minutes to ensure all the flavors combine and the strawberries slightly macerate. Mix the herbs into the salsa. Chill until ready to serve; then enjoy.

“YOU COULD ADD SOME CHOPPED JALAPEÑOS IN THE MIX, BUT I WOULD RECOMMEND A TEASPOON OF SUGAR IF THAT’S THE CASE. IT WOULD ADD A DELICIOUS KICK!” Recipe and photo courtesy of Jessica Hylton, jessicainthekitchen.com.

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ebruary is here, and that means strawberry season is in full swing. Below you’ll find everything you need to know about the Habitat for Humanity Strawberry Family Festival, sponsored

by Ocala Style,, and important info on a few other fests throughout the land. Don’t forget to try this month’s recipe to help you make the most of any fresh berries you bring home.

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middle child success story

It’s a stereotype that middle children are often neglected and misunderstood, growing up lazy and lacking confidence from not being recognized. A recent study shows this is not reality, as middle children are actually, typically, more successful than their siblings. The disadvantages they may have received growing up became beneficial later in life, helping them grow independence and creativity. And get this, more than half of the U.S. presidents have been middle children. So, if you’re a middle child, stay positive… it’s only bright skies from here!

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taxes T taking on your

ax season is officially here. Sure, it’s not something that’s all that fun to do. But, if you’re one of the fortunate ones who’s looking at a government refund, then that’s all the more reason to get those dreaded taxes done ASAP. If you’re one of the procrastinators (and let’s face it, many of us are!) and you have yet to file, here’s a list of some deductions you won’t want to miss. You just may lower your rate or increase your return.

who benefits most from tax benefits?

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• Health insurance premiums can be used as a deduction if the cost is about 7.5 percent of your adjusted gross income.

• Sure, charitable gifts can be counted as a deduction, but did you know your out-of-pocket expenses for your charity or event can also qualify?

• Whether you just started college or have already graduated, you can use the lifetime learning credit to get back up to 20 percent of that first ten

Teachers receive an extra tax break of up to $250 for school supplies.

grand you used back in college.

• If you can document the reasons and the benefits for your business expenses, generally you can deduct them from your taxes.

• If your new job requires you to move more than 50 miles, you can deduct the cost of moving from your taxes. Don’t forget the cost of packing supplies, moving companies, gas and hotel stays.

• Miscellaneous expenses include the cost of having someone prepare your taxes for you, the cost of uniforms for work, job hunting fees within your same field and union dues.

Parents with children benefit when they can show and prove the cost for child care expenses.

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plan ahead Preparing for taxes can be time consuming and often confusing. So many documents and so many rules and exemptions! Follow these tips to make everything go as smoothly as possible.

GET ORGANIZED WITH A CHECKLIST. KNOW WHAT DOCUMENTS YOU’LL BE RECEIVING AND MAKE A NOTE WHEN YOU GET THEM. DON’T FORGET TO KEEP ALL DOCUMENTS TOGETHER AND IN A SAFE PLACE. TRIPLE-CHECK YOUR WORK TO AVOID MISTAKES.

MAKE SURE TO TAKE FULL ADVANTAGE OF ANY TAX CREDITS YOU MAY HAVE SUCH AS HOME BUYER TAX CREDIT, STUDENT LOAN DEDUCTIONS, MORTGAGE INTEREST TAX DEDUCTIONS, JOB-RELATED MOVING EXPENSES OR SELF-EMPLOYED HEALTH INSURANCE. IN THE END, IT USUALLY MEANS MORE MONEY IN YOUR POCKET.

should you diy or call in the cpa?

YOU COULD DO IT ON YOUR OWN IF: • You are a person that likes numbers and keeps track of all transactions and receipts.

• Your tax situation is unchanged or simple. For those people who only have one job, no dependents and no other investments, taxes can easily be done yourself. Even having a few kids is an easy deduction.

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• You don’t own property.

GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME AND KNOW DEADLINES. IT’S BEST TO START EARLY. KNOW WHAT’S NEEDED: SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS OF ANYONE YOU ARE CLAIMING, W2 FORMS OF EVERYWHERE YOU’VE WORKED THAT YEAR, INVESTMENT INCOME INFORMATION, BUSINESS INCOME IF IT APPLIES, SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS IF THEY APPLY, UNEMPLOYMENT INCOME IF APPLICABLE, MISCELLANEOUS INCOME SUCH AS JURY DUTY OR LOTTERY WINNINGS IF THEY APPLY. THE LIST GOES ON AND ON.

IF YOU WANT YOUR TAX RETURN TO BE AUTOMATICALLY DEPOSITED INTO YOUR ACCOUNT, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A CHECK BOOK HANDY OR KNOW YOUR ACCOUNT AND ROUTING NUMBER. WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS, YOU CAN ALWAYS CALL IN THE PROFESSIONALS FOR BACK UP.

People caring for their parents or sending money to other family members can deduct the associated costs from their tax expenses. Costs associated with in-home care and nursing homes may qualify.

• You understand tax laws, tax jargon and can stay up to date with all the changing tax information.

IT’S BETTER TO HAVE SOMEONE DO IT FOR YOU IF: • You can’t get a handle of your money. If tracking the numbers and trying to understand everything seems impossible, hire someone to do your taxes for you. This could help save time and money in the long run by getting your taxes done right the first time.

• You started a new business. Having someone help you with your taxes can help deduct all those beginning costs and getting more money returned to your pockets.

• You have a lot of information to enter from investments, interest payments, pay-outs, etc, you may want to consult a pro to make sure nothing is overlooked.

For the self-employed out there, did you know you can deduct onehalf of your self-employment taxes? You can also deduct the health insurance premiums and contributions to Keogh, SEP and SIMPLE retirement plans from your gross income.

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HE ALT H Y

balance

live in a world of color L

ooking for ideas to brighten your home using color? Grab some paintbrushes and let your creativity run wild. Sherwin-Williams recently announced their color trends for 2015. The newly predicted trends consist of 40 optimistic colors divided into four sections: Chrysalis, Buoyant, Voyage and Unrestrained.

chrysalis For those who want their rooms to reflect a calm oasis, try selecting from the Chrysalis line. This palette, based off of the colors created by the land and sea, evokes a modern feel. They’re earthly tones like those of the rocks on the beach or the sky before a storm. Chrysalis consists of various shades of off blacks, chalky neutrals, such as tans and grays, and dusty blues.

buoyant Bring the fun of an outdoor adventure inside your home. The colors that make up the Buoyant line were gleaned from tropical prints, tiki-inspiration and exotic locations. Use these colors to maintain your good spirits and inspire an optimistic attitude. Buoyant shades consist of light and deep greens, violets, pops of coral and sandy browns.

If you’re looking for a little magic and mystery in your life, choose a color from the Voyage line.

Whether your imagination takes you on an outer space voyage or an undersea adventure, the colors in the Voyage line—undersea teal, bright green kelp, light watery blue and deep space purples—look like these outer limits.

unrestrained Want to be bold and try something completely new? The Unrestrained palette is full of ethnic-inspired colors and designs reminiscent of the Bohemian lifestyle. This line features saturated primary hues, including sunny yellow, lively turquoise and bright blue, as well as black and white, and each color can be used on its own for a pop of color or combined to create a vibrant, energetic space.

introducing…coral reef Each year, the Sherwin-Williams color experts research color influences from around the world to determine the annual color forecast and the Color of the Year, and this year they have chosen Coral Reef as the Color of the Year 2015.

Use this uplifting, vivacious hue with floral notes to liven up any space. Coral Reef is the perfect mix of pink, orange and red. Find out more about this color and many others at sherwin-williams.com.

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