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s I’m writing this, it’s a sunny weekend in Wildwood and I’m sitting on a balcony overlooking what typically is a hustling and bustling boardwalk.

This weekend is typically the NJ State Firemen’s Convention, a weekend I’m honored to participate in with my husband, a lieutenant with our town’s volunteer fire department. This weekend is anything but typical though. The convention was cancelled; the firemen are home; and the boardwalk is not nearly as hustling and bustling.

Prepared with our masks and hand sanitizer, my husband and I were determined to keep the tradition of getting away this weekend, which also happens to be our seven-year wedding anniversary and my husband’s birthday weekend to boot.

To enjoy the nice weather, we had lunch at a great outdoor dining spot. It was in that restaurant’s restroom that I saw the following quote displayed on the wall: “What I am looking for is not out there; it’s within me.” The Helen Keller quote immediately struck a chord, especially after these long pandemic hours. For me, quarantine was a time of learning and self-reflection – as a woman, wife, mother.

I won’t bore you with it all, but here’s my top takeaways from quarantine:

Busier isn’t better

Without the distractions of appointments, lessons and parties, my family had the chance to get back down to the basics and really spend time together. I have a newfound appreciation for a less micro-managed life.

Being resourceful and organized are good skill sets to have

When groceries were hard to find, I turned into a contestant on Food Network’s Chopped. On the home front, it took minutes after the announcement of a shelter-in-place for me to start pulling together supplies and scouring the Internet for lessons and activities to keep my two little boys entertained and engaged. Putting a schedule in place for learning and fun not only eased their anxiety, but mine as well.

Technology isn’t all bad

As a mother, I constantly hear the evils of too much technology. But, during quarantine, I turned to the Internet for live-streamed exercise classes or Zoom get-togethers with friends while my boys utilized Zoom for virtual playdates and Facebook Live for library story times, amongst other things.

The future is still uncertain, but I suspect that I might look back on this time years from now and see that this was one of my finest moments as a wife and a mother.

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CONTENTS FA L L 2 0 2 0 N O N - P RO F I T S P OT L I G H T

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Supporting First Responders 200 Club of Bergen County Gives To Those Who Give It All

These Do-It-Yourself Home Projects Burn The Most Calories

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Ten Tips To Recognize Ripe Fruits

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Experiencing ‘Pony Power’ Hackensack Patients Use Horses For Therapy

The Basics: Vitamins and Supplements To Promote Health

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Staying Positive During A Pandemic

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Build Simple Breakfasts To Fuel Your Family Five Tips To Start Your Day Nutritiously

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Nutritious Eating At Home Better-For-You Family Foods With Satisfying Flavor

Investing In Our Future The Impact of Early Childhood Education

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Mask Up Chains4Charity Born Out of Face Mask Chain Trend

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Beat The Binge Three Tips To Achieve The Body You Desire

A Glimpse Into Some of Bergen County’s Recent Health, Beauty and Fitness Events

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B E RG E N C O U N T Y H E A LT H N E W S

Eight Tips To Beat The Winter Weight Gain From Self-Taught To Owning A Cutting-Edge Business

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Surgical Education Live, Real and Remote: Internationally Respected Vein Surgeon, Steve Elias MD, Uses Avail System Technology To Teach Other Surgeons During COVID-19

Tips To Get The Whole Family Moving At Home

Disclaimer: This information is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. All materials provided in this publication ar intended for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or a qualified heath care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition before undertaking any diet, exercise, health program or procedure set out in this publication.

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Healthy LifeWays Helping Children Lay The Foundation For Lifelong Wellness

CORRECTION: In the article “Billy Atkinson of Get Loose: From Self-Taught to Owning A Cutting-Edge Business,” as featured in Health, Beauty and Fitness Summer 2020, BC The Mag regrettably identified Atkinson’s business as “Get Loose” in the article headline. The business’ correct name is Let Loose, as featured correctly throughout said article. BC The Mag regrets the error.

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NONPROFIT SPOTLIGHT

For the 200 Club of Bergen County, serving the community’s

Supporting First Responders

200 Club of Bergen County Gives to Those Who

first responders and their families has been its driving force for 35 years.

Founded in 1985 by J. Fletcher Creamer Sr., a Teaneck businessman, the 200 Club of Bergen County has provided both financial

Give It All by

assistance and emotional support to the community’s police, fire and emergency service personnel through its programs. It now stands as one of the largest 200 clubs in the country with more than 1,200 members.

The club’s Action Program has given out more than $500,000

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to families of fallen or severely injured first responders, while the

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Appropriations program has provided more than $1 million in grants to emergency service departments all over the county. More than $2.5 million in scholarships has been awarded to the children of first responders, as well.

One way the nonprofit has looked to offer its assistance is by pinpointing the potential needs of first responders as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, with Bergen County having the highest number of cases in New Jersey.

Andrea Jackson, executive director of the 200 Club of Bergen County, said the organization has been communicating with the county’s emergency service departments to better understand what first responders and their families may need in the case of a second wave of COVID-19, if they’re experiencing health complications because of the virus or if someone has sadly succumbed to the disease.

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letting them know in a small way that we haven’t forgotten.”

Additionally, the 200 Club of Bergen County supported community members outside of the emergency service departments.

After Karen Kane, an LA-based clothing company, offered to ship 500 fabric masks to Bergen County’s first responders, the 200 Club of Bergen County pointed the clothing company to Kelly Carroll, a culinary arts teacher at Hackensack high school who donated groceries to local families in need in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. Although Karen Kane’s masks didn’t fulfill the first responders’ requirements, the 200 Club of Bergen County had an idea.

“When we heard of what Kelly and his team were doing, we knew donating the masks to him would be a perfect fit! The fabric masks would be one more helpful item to those families in need,” reads a post on the 200 Club’s Facebook page.

Aside from the nonprofit’s focus on COVID-19, the 200 Club of Bergen County has recognized the efforts of first responders through events. Since 1987, it has hosted The Valor Awards, an annual dinner devoted “I think the one common denominator we’re all saying is, ‘This

Above: Kelly Carroll, a culinary arts teacher at Hackensack high school who donated groceries to local families in need in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.

isn’t over, far from it,’” she said. “We’re feeling through this right now…We don’t have the magic ball, but we want to be relevant to the departments in a way that really does make a difference.”

On top of trying to establish funding, the 200 Club of Bergen

to honoring first responders who have tragically passed away in the line of duty.

Five hundred individuals

have been honored since the event’s beginning.

County aims to show its appreciation for the county’s COVID-19 ef-

An additional venture undertaken by the 200 Club of Bergen

forts by recognizing the first responders involved. To do this, Jackson

County is the annual Bergen County Food & Wine Festival, which

was spotlighting individual departments throughout the spring and

started in 2017 after Sharon and Steven Goldstein, the publishers

summer, posting articles on the nonprofit’s Facebook page in an on-

of BC The Mag, approached the nonprofit with an idea for Bergen

going series titled “Note of Thanks.” Each post features an interview

County’s own food and wine festival. The organization saw this as a

with a first responder detailing their experience on the frontlines

way to spread its name and partnered with BC The Mag to hold a

of the pandemic, the series launching on April 1 with a post on the

two-day event of fun, food and community bonding in September in

Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corp (TVAC).

the Westfield Garden State Plaza’s parking lot. All proceeds go to the

Jackson said she decided to start the Facebook series after hearing

200 Club of Bergen County. Unfortunately, the event was cancelled

stories from emergency service departments that weren’t receiving

due to the COVID-19 pandemic as was The Bergen & Hudson

news coverage.

Valley Harley Davidson Annual Scavenger Hunt.

“[With] Bergen County being so hard-hit, you see these little

Despite these uncertain times, the 200 Club of Bergen County

individual stories on the websites of the towns, but that’s just for the

remains committed to being there for those who proudly serve the

town,” she said. “The ‘Note of Thanks’ gives everybody a fair shake

county in law enforcement, fire and medical services.

at saying ‘we’re all in the same place trying to do our best.’ It’s just

To learn more, visit www.200club.org.

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Experiencing ‘Pony Power’

Hackensack Patients Use Horses For Therapy

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by Kimberly Redmond

or a brief moment each summer, families who are all too familiar with spending time at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital receive a break from the needles, medical charts and procedures.

Tucked away on a 13-acre plot in Mahwah near the Ramapo Mountains, Pony Power Therapies’ farm gives pediatric patients facing chronic and serious conditions, as well as their loved ones, an escape through a variety of therapeutic nature-based activities, like gardening, horse grooming, scavenger hunts, yoga and trail walks.

Over the course of two weeks in July and August, 20 patients, along with their families, were able to visit the farm as part of an annual program offered by Pony Power Therapies and the Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation.

Lisa Cervantes and Angel Ferrer said their recent trip with their 10-year-old daughter, Maribel, was “a nice break from the hustle and bustle” of weekly medical appointments.

It wasn’t the family’s first time at Pony Power Therapies, Cervantes said.

“We’ve been doing this for a couple of years,” Cervantes said. “We thought it was going to be a onetime thing, but it’s just been a wonderful respite.”

“And, with this recent – and hopefully only – pandemic, this has been a great break in our summer for all of us,” she added.

“We’ve been doing this for a couple of years. We thought it was going to be a one-time thing. It’s just a wonderful respite from the weekly hospital, medical visits and with this recent pandemic this has been a great break in our summer for all of us.”

The program, now in its seventh year, is partially funded by the Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial Run, an organization founded in honor of a Pony Power Therapies trustee who found solace at the horse farm before passing away of cervical cancer in 2011.

“Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation is pleased to work closely with the Run for Sue Committee every year to honor the memory of Susan Zabransky Hughes,” said Helen A. Cunning, north regional president and chief development officer, Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation. “We look forward to participating in the Susan Zabransky Hughes Memorial Run every spring and sending our youngest patients from Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital to Pony Power Therapies, a beloved organization that Sue was passionate about, for a day of healing, respite and excitement.”

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The non-profit serves hundreds of clients each year, ranging from special needs children to at-risk individuals to school groups to rehabilitation facilities to corporate retreats.

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Respite and excitement are exactly what participants get.

“What’s nice is that when they come here, they are not viewed as a patient, but as a child,” said Dana Spett, founder and executive director of Pony Power Therapies. “We want to give them the experience of being immersed in nature, as opposed to being in waiting rooms. Nature can help in the healing process by enhancing all of the senses.”

“Some of our kids are getting chemo, blood transfusions or other procedures every day or once a week. This is a total break that allows them to forget they’re sick. Siblings and parents are also allowed to come, because if someone is diagnosed, it affects the whole family,” said Lee Russeth, senior child life specialist at Hackensack Meridian Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital. “It’s an incredible opportunity and gives families something to look forward to. We have always gotten such good feedback, but this year in particular.”

With a limited amount of activities available due to statewide COVID19-related restrictions in place,

Left: Maribel with horse.

Russeth said many parents were especially grateful for the outing.

After temporarily closing this past spring due to the pandemic, Pony Power Therapies opened in July with strict compliance with guidelines issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Spett said during the shutdown, staff worked to “pivot programming to be mindful” of the feedback it received from stakeholders, which was that “many people are terrified of being in public right now.”

But, recognizing that more and more people are struggling this year with emotional and mental health issues sparked by the outbreak, Spett said it was important for Pony Power Therapies to provide a venue that will “help alleviate stress.”

“It gives a safe place for families to get off screens and get an hour of fresh air in a beautiful place with mildly structured activities,” she said.

Operational changes include requirements for masks and social distancing, the addition of hand disinfecting stations and the creation of designated areas for “mask breaks.”

Visitors must also book appointments ahead of time and only a maximum of two groups are allowed on site for an hour at a time.

Other additions include virtual field trips on Pony Power Therapies’ website, an online “Books at the Barn” series featuring staff reading their favorite stories to ponies and “Pony Pen Pals,” which lets kids email a horse letting them know how summer is going.

Although horseback riding is not being offered at this time – since it requires three people and social distancing can’t be practiced safely – Spett said other activities at the farm are just as beneficial, especially “because everyone is so cooped up.”

While Spett never imagined Power Pony Therapy’s 20th anniversary year would have turned out this way, she believes it has made it all the more important to fulfill the farm’s mission to enhance the physical, social and emotional well-being of children and adults in need of extra support. Spett, an Old Tappan native and lifelong equestrian, discovered therapeutic horseback riding while looking

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Left image: Maribel picking fresh herbs.

Bottom left image: Maribel brushing horse.

into alternative therapies for one of her daughters with mild special needs. After becoming certified, Spett opened a stall in Paramus and developed school-based programs with her one donated pony.

“From there, it snowballed. In 2003, my husband and I purchased the farm in Mahwah to serve as a therapeutic riding center and we’ve just been growing ever since,” she said.

The non-profit serves hundreds of clients each year, ranging from special needs children to at-risk individuals to school groups to rehabilitation facilities to corporate retreats.

With New Jersey’s COVID-19 case count nearing 190,000 and a total of 16,000 virus related deaths reported as of mid-August, Spett said, “I think we are all suffering a collective trauma right now – no one is unaffected by this… Anyone is welcome to come to our farm.”

To learn more about Pony Power Therapies, visit www. ponypowernj.org. Additional information on the Hackensack University Medical Center Foundation can be found at hackensackumc.org.$

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Staying Positive During A Pandemic

by Stacie Rose

There has been so much research on the power of positivity and how a sunny, or a glass half full, outlook can

impact your health for the better. Maintaining a positive outlook during the best of times can be positively challenging, however, and it takes intentional effort and tenacity. We live in a fast-paced world where productivity, accountability and overachievement are envied by many and awarded high praise. A global pandemic is a new concept for most of us. The world seems upside down and life as we know it has been flipped and flopped and all our plans have been tossed like a salad. So, how can we pull off positivity?

There are a few ways in which we can lift our collective spirits. The first one is simple and often gets lost in life’s perpetual shuffle. It’s gratitude. Every day there is a reason to rejoice. Even if it is one solitary reason. Even if we must search ourselves to find that reason. There is always something to be thankful for. You can show gratitude for things large and small. It doesn’t matter what gives you that internal warmth as long as it is meaningful to you. Any

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amount of gratitude you can practice or muster in the morning, the afternoon or just before you drift to sleep has the potential to alter your mind space, your mood and the way your feel in your body.

Next up, is making the mundane meaningful. We have to alter our perception a bit nowadays. You may look at this as a silver lining, or chance to reframe things.

Savoring a meal that you have prepared instead of rushing through it is a good start.

Conversations with friends and family can give you a real boost. Enjoying the silence, the sounds and your surroundings in ways you hadn’t before can be a gamechanger.

Breathing in each moment, or at least some of them can be grounding. Noticing beautiful things about loved ones and sharing your admiration can support connectivity, which we all so greatly need. A warm shower can be a chance to regroup. A walk is an opportunity to shake off negativity and recalibrate.

Mindful eating is vital in the best of times. You can imagine how the foods you choose during a health crisis can have either or a negative or positive effect on your wellbeing as a whole. This a time to take extra good care. So many have taken to emotional eating for comfort and that makes a lot of sense given what we have all been through. But now is a good time to get back on track. Nobody is judging you and you should do what feels right for your body, and your loved ones. That being said healthier foods make us feel better. It’s the truth. Phytonutrients from fruits, vegetables and superfoods can keep our immune sys-

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tem strong. Healthy soups and stews can keep you nourished

of yoga a few times a week, a bike ride, a brisk walk or a daily

inside and out. Cooking and food preparation can be simple

appointment with a fitness app. The best things to do the

and fast. It’s a small thing we can do with huge benefits and

ones that make you feel strong, uplifted and happy in your

t’s all about good ingredients. The best things in life often are.

own skin. It’s not about perfection. It’s about positivity. We all

Many things are beyond our control. However, you can set your own course when it comes to exercise and stick to it.

The 80/20 rule is always

know that exercise can help our bodies release endorphins and

a good way to approach

help us mitigate stress and negativity. Any positive result of ex-

food. Eat well eighty per

ercise is a win. Your muscles long to be used. Motion is lotion,

cent of the time. This

which means that too much time on the sofa will likely have

should leave room for

you feeling tight and edgy. Don’t forget how precious your

some indulging which

body is and the work it is capable of doing, especially now.

can be uplifting during

Engaging in even moderate exercise can be a big help with

challenging times. Once

sleep. During troubling times many find sleep to be as elusive

again, it all depends on

a unicorn. You can only imagine how significant sleep can be

your personal condition,

in keeping our systems from breaking down and becoming

needs, restrictions

vulnerable during a pandemic. Some people hit the pillow and

and preference.

it’s lights out. Others really struggle to wind down. Having some tools, and nighttime rituals can be essential. You may

Moving your body is a

opt for a book of positive passages or quotes to read before

must. Staying strong, agile, fit, flexible and fluid will serve you

bed, to drink a cup of hot water or golden milk, time to sink

well, especially during times like these. Many things are be-

into a novel, meditate, watch a little TV, take a bath, light

yond our control. However, you can set your own course when

a candle and set the stage for a solid night of sleep. It may

it comes to exercise and stick to it. It could be twenty minutes

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a lot. Your health and state of mind depend on it.

triumphs our struggles feel less overwhelming.

There are other ways to keep the tank full and the mind/ Taking up something new is another way to stay

body connection working during unprecedented times like these. Make sure you feel supported. Ask for support if you

positive. Whether it’s an instrument or a crossword puzzle,

need it. Lend your ear, your skills and times to help others

knitting or becoming a pet owner, learning a language, or

Take time for daily rituals and give yourself grace.

Be patient and unjudgmental.

who may be struggling.

gardening, there is something amazingly uplifting about

Create solace. This

embarking on a new adventure.

may mean turning off

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the news if it’s making

Be patient and unjudgmental. Give yourself a pass if you start

you sick or saying no to

to fall into a rabbit hole of negativity. These are tough times.

something that is stress-

Pull yourself out and turn it around or ask for help if you

inducing. Be your own

need it. We are all in this together and there is strength and

advocate. Wellness is

hope in knowing that. You are amazing and special; love is

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all around and this too shall pass in time. Keep noticing life’s

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that are comfortable for you. Social media can be a wonderful way to stay connected but is not for everybody.

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The Impact of Early Childhood Education T

he compelling calls to action from business leaders, economists,

educational experts and politicians across the country have brought increased attention to the importance of early childhood education. This groundswell around the first five years has left parents wondering what the excitement is all about.

Research shows that the development which takes place during the first five years of a child’s life is critical to success in life, and parents, caregivers and early educators play a pivotal role in fostering this growth.

“My career has been focused on a combination of pediatrics, parenting, early brain development and early education and care, and I have seen firsthand the impact that high-quality early care can have on the future success of a child,” said Dr. Laura Jana, pediatrician, early childhood expert and pediatric advisor to Primrose Schools, a leader in educational child care with more than 280 schools nationwide. “As I meet with parents, medical experts and business leaders around the country to address parenting needs, child development, and early education and care, I find that the more they understand about the growth and development in a child’s brain during the first five years, the more they appreciate this invest-in-kids movement.”

Why The First Five Years Are Critical

Dr. Jana uses key connections to help explain how and why the first five

years are critical for child development and future success: Connecting the neurons - Babies are born with more than 100 billion nerve

cells in their brains. These neurons must connect and communicate with each

other in order to form the circuits needed to think, learn and succeed — something neurons do at the remarkable rate of 700 connections per second in the first five years of life.

Connecting language and literacy abilities with future success - Reading

and talking to young children are fundamentally important activities to their

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development. In a landmark study, Betty Hart and Todd R. Risley, child psychologists at the University of Kansas, found that children roughly began talking at the same age. However, the level to which parents spoke to them — both frequency and quality of words spoken – had

“Reading and talking to young children are fundamentally important activities to their development.”

significant implications not only on their

Activities To Stimulate Young Minds

Research shows that daily physical activity

helps children perform better academically, and there are several ways to foster these skills with your own children. The National Association for Sport and Physical Education’s “Active Start” book offers age-appropriate tips to keep children moving while

vocabularies by age 3, but also on their

powering up their brains. The key compo-

IQ, literacy skills and future academic success.

nents of the Primrose Schools Thumbs Up! program are

Connecting early skills to workforce development -

derived from these principles. Here are some activities

Writer and speaker Paul Tough’s “How Children Succeed”

you can try at home: for infants, play simple games like

book offers an insightful overview of the evolving

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educational paradigm shift towards teaching skills neces-

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in open areas to improve balance; and for preschoolers,

nitive focus of decades past, those dedicated to raising

introduce activities that elevate heart rates, such as

children for success are now focusing on character traits,

dancing, biking or jumping rope.

such as grit, perseverance and leadership skills. These

Understanding the critical development that takes

valuable skills can be fostered in early childhood and are

place during the first five years and fostering these es-

proving to be better predictors for later success than IQ

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scores or standardized tests.

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Face mask chains are having a moment, and two pairs of Tenafly sisters are capitalizing on the fun accessory that keeps your protective covering close at hand.

Phoebe (10) and Brooke (8) Schutzer and Bari (10) and Isabelle (7) Holden, all of Tenafly, are donating 100 percent of their face mask making proceeds to a Bergen County charity.

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“A lot of people have lost their jobs or homes because of COVID-19. People can’t afford to pay for their houses or buy enough food to eat,” said Bari, a fifth grader at J. Spencer Smith Elementary School. “There are kids my own age who skip meals because their family can’t afford to eat three meals a day. It makes me feel so sad.

I wanted to help people who are hungry, and now I can raise my own money to help them.”

As of late September, the four girls had donated $350 to the Center For Food Action (CFA), a nonprofit organization in Englewood that prevents hunger and homelessness and improves the lives of individuals and families living in poverty.

Each week CFA is serving an average of 1,000 families, according to Communications Director Kelly Sirimoglu.

During the pandemic, they have distributed over $1.1 million worth of food.

“Each family received a food package valued at approximately $75 and contains ingredients to make a week’s worth of meals for a family of four,” said Sirimoglu. “Donations from [the Schutzer and Holden sisters] enabled us to purchase nonperishables, eggs, milk, meat and fresh produce for local families.”

“I’m so incredibly proud of my daughters and her friends. Their dedication and commitment to charity is astounding at such a young age,” said Stephanie Schutzer, mom of Phoebe and Brooke. “Watching each of them use their creativity and their spare time in such a meaningful way is truly a joy and an inspiration. I’m also really enjoying assisting them become true entrepreneurs.”

Dubbed Chains4Charity, the foursome began crafting face mask chains over the summer after their sleepaway camp, Camp Lokanda in Glen Spey, N.Y., was canceled due to COVID-19. Fortunately, they were able to enjoy a weekend on campus with their bunkmates during a Family Camp, where each family was assigned a bunk, a table in the mess hall and were granted full access to the camp facilities to participate in socially distant activities.

One activity was beading at the arts and crafts shack.

“We made mask chains,” said Phoebe, also a fifth grader at J. Spencer Smith Elementary School. “We loved beading so much that upon our return from camp our

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moms ordered beads, twine and clasps so we could continue

“I’ve never seen people wearing things I’ve made be-

to bead.”

fore,” chimed in Isabelle. “It feels really special.”

Word quickly spread that they were making mask

While it is special for the girls, it is equally, if not more,

chains and they found themselves beading for their friends

special for CFA.

and family.

“Their donations helped ensure that more children

“We realized that our beading was bringing a new sense

went to bed with a full belly and fewer seniors had to

of enjoyment to wearing the dreaded mask,” added Phoebe.

skip dinner,” said Sirimoglu, who added that the girls

Now back to school, whether it be virtual, in-person

donated chain masks to all CFA staff and volunteers. “CFA

or a hybrid, the girls spend their spare time beading face

has experienced a 65 percent increase in need for our

mask chains.

services this year and we would not be able to meet this

“Usually at night, after I finish my homework [I bead].

need without the continued support we receive from the

Once my mom finishes working for the day and my sister

community and from groups like Chains4Charity.” Bari

finishes her homework, we take out our beads and spend

and Isabelle’s mother, Briana, agrees.

time together,” said Brooke.

“I am incredibly proud of our children and how hard they are working to help make mask chains for their customers. Not only are they helping their customers stay safe during this pandemic, since the chains themselves are an extremely helpful mask accessory, but they have dedicated themselves to help others less fortunate than

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Pictured left to right: Phoebe & Brooke Schutzer

in Bergen County,” said Briana. “They are gaining a true understanding of what it means to be selfless and to give back to others during these difficult times, as well as learning how to appreciate their own good fortune and good health. That’s what makes me the most proud of all.”✺

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Pictured left to right: Isabelle & Bari Holden

Similarly at the Holden household, the beads typically come out as the sun goes down or on the weekends.

“I like working on chains with Mommy on the weekends,” said Isabelle, a second grader at The Windward School in White Plains, N.Y. Chains take anywhere from 15 to 35 minutes to create, according to the girls, depending on the design. The average price for a chain is $20. They can be ordered directly via their Instagram (@Chains4Charity) or via emailing chain4charitynj@gmail.com.

“I am so thankful that people are supporting us,” said Bari.

“I especially think that when people are buying our chains, they are showing kindness to other people who need it, since we are making them to raise money for others.”

“It’s really awesome [seeing people wearing our chains],” added Brooke. “It makes me smile.”

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Three Tips To Achieve The Body You Desire

by Kerin Briscese

he Diabetes Foundation, New Jersey’s leading not-for-profit organization helping those living with diabetes, through the gracious support of the Russell Berrie Foundation, has launched a county specific support center, via the Foun-

Sometimes I still can’t believe that I ever overdation’s website for Bergen County residents as the COVID-19 public health emergency continues. came my emotional eating and self-sabotaging The Bergen County Support Center offers residents personalized services and programs, such as a phone hotline, virtual educahabits. When I was asked to write this article, I tion opportunities, Medication Assistance, Supply Assistance, A1c Testing and a Transportation Assistance program to help people could not think of what to say, a complete blank get to medical appointments, all with the goal of managing diabetes and living healthier lives.You can learn more about the support came over me. I am being asked to write on center at https://diabetesfoundationinc.org/bergen-county-support/. how to have a healthy relationship with food?

The Bergen County Support Center is made possible by a grant received earlier this year from the Russell Berrie Foundation, Me?! Then I remembered I have the privilege which has been earmarked to fund medication, supplies and support for Bergen County residents living with diabetes during the of helping women form the body and life they COVID-19 crisis. desire! I can’t believe I did it. I used to be just “As a Bergen County-based organization, this Support Center is our way of directly helping our neighbors during this pandemic,” like you. said Ginine Cilenti, executive director of the Diabetes Foundation. “Following the success and overwhelming response to our EmerI hated my body. I was always too fat. I thought gency Kit program, the importance of helping those living with diabetes to navigate this difficult time cannot be overstated. We hope I was doing everything right; I read all the artithis onestop-shop providing care and support for Bergen County residents will make a difference as they navigate these unpredictcles and followed my favorite fitness magazines. able times.”

I would do hours of cardio, eat broccoli, grilled The support center also includes a Bergen County-focused Diabetes Resource Solutions Specialist Cassidy Starr, who is able to chicken and barely consume any carbs all week. provide participants with answers to local and affordable options for diabetes management. Starr can be reached at bca@diabetesThen in a whirlwind of hunger, aggravation or foundationinc.org or by calling (201) 444-0337, ext. 101. the crumbing of my willpower destroy all my Diabetes Resource Solutions Specialists are a part of the Foundation’s Diabetes Resource Solutions Program, which is designed good work in a matter of minutes. The weekend to help participants understand their diabetes and help them create a plan that allows them to best follow their doctor-directed would come, I would have a fight with my boyhealthcare program. Specialists listen, empower and connect participants to the care they need, ensuring they are living their best life friend, or I attended a family get together and and have positive health outcomes while living with diabetes. my binging, purging, obsessive over consumpBergen County has had the highest incidence of COVID -19 cases and deaths than any other county in New Jersey. People living tion of food would begin. Another week ruined! with underlying medical conditions, such as diabetes, may be at higher risk for more serious complications from COVID-19, as fluc“I am a horrible person. I will never be able to tuations in blood sugar may compromise one’s immune system. In addition, viral infections like COVID-19 can increase inflammation do this. My life is a mess!” These phrases and in people with diabetes. Such complications are caused by chronic high blood sugar and could lead to even more severe complicaothers like it would chant over and over in my tions. In fact, 33% of Bergen County COVID-19 deaths have been linked to complications due to underlying conditions. People with mind. I had too much cellulite on my legs. I was diabetes need to be diligent with their care, including maintaining the proper inventory of supplies and insulins, maintaining their moody, miserable, depressed. I was sure that blood sugar levels, exercising, eating well and managing stress.  if I could just lose X pounds my personal, love and financial life would blossom into the dream I envisioned. Sound familiar?

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spend another winter season promising to be “beach ready” this summer just to scramble around to make that possible a week before Memorial Day, here are some pointers. In order to get to your goals, you need to know where you are at and where to start. Below are the first three things I address when working with a new client.

1. Find out how many calories a day you need to eat in order to lose weight. Ladies, this does not mean pick up a fitness magazine or purchase some $30 cookie cutter meal plan. You are a unique person with a unique lifestyle, metabolism and body. You need a customized meal plan to show that. You are not meant to fit a diet. You deserve to eat foods you love that also make you feel great.

FreeDieting.com has a great app that will give you a general idea on where to begin finding out the calories needed for your body. Yes, this conversation is a lot more complicated. I am a big believer in appropriate macros and quality food. For the purpose of this article everyone needs to start somewhere, finding out your calories is Step #1.

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2. Emotional eating is a thing. Here are a few examples of this: Excessive control over specific foods and/or amounts eaten. You find food to be a source of comfort in emotional situations such as sadness, anger and even happiness. You eat excessively in private or social situations. You sabotage your efforts when someone compliments you on your weight loss. If you recognize any of the above patterns, do not dismiss this! These patterns are not in your head, it is a real problem. Food is meant to be enjoyed, savored and a nourishment to our minds and bodies. When we feel the need to control or eat an excessive amount in order to fill a void be aware that a deeper issue is involved. Once I acknowledged that I had a negative relationship around food and my body, I stopped restricting the foods I wanted. What I actually wanted to 32

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eat, I ate. Crazy concept, right? It sounds counter intuitive, but it worked. Yes, I put on some weight, but I eventually didn’t crave burgers and cookies all day long. Once my body realized that deprivation was no longer a possibility, my nutritional needs were being met and I was enjoying my life. My body fat started to melt away.

3. Get moving! Exercising is something you should strive to do at least three to four times a week.

I personally think four times a week of intense exercise is enough to reach weight loss goals. Exercising releases endorphins, helps control hunger, beats cravings and fights against depression. When we are sweating, we naturally drink extra water, which is an added bonus to help stay full and beat sugar cravings. Ladies, for the sleek, toned look you desire, get off the treadmill and lift weight.

I used to think fitting into my ideal pant size was what it was all about, but now I know that is just the icing on the cake. Having a healthy relationship with food is about being able to look in the mirror and say, “I look beautiful.” It’s about ordering dessert when you are out to eat and not obsessing over the calories. It’s about always being in the present, and not allowing food to be an obsession that steals away your joy, moments and memories. I am here to tell you, you can have it all – joy, contentment, your dessert and the body you desire!

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Eight Tips To Beat The Winter Weight Gain

By Gabriella Wilday

t is hard to imagine celebrating this time of year without your timeold eggnog concoction or decadent sweet potato sides. While this season is full of crav-

ings for festive cocktails and dishes that have by now become your holiday dinner tradition, they often also are the worst for your health and your waistline. This year, you can transform your December favorites. These healthy alternatives will keep you off the naughty list and healthy: 1. Switch out the dairy.

Switch out the dairy with coconut milk in this spiked classic.

Coconut milk’s fatty acids improve immune function, metabolism, reduce heart disease risk and improve skin and hair health. You’ll be glowing after each sip and most certainly won’t be compromising in flavor.

2. Put Greek yogurt in dips.

There is no better way to break the ice at a neighbor’s holiday party than over the dips presented on trays before the main course. This year make a decision to only eat

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Substitute low-fat or nonfat plain Greek yogurt

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It is a great party favor and is a huge saver in calories.

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yogurt dips. Substitute low-fat or nonfat plain Greek yogurt for full-fat

the easiest ways to cut calories, while not ridding yourself of the fun to

sour cream in all of your recipes. It is a great party favor and is a huge

be had this season.

saver in calories. And once you’ve had your share of hors d’oeuvres, avoid mindless munching by moving to the opposite side of the snacklined tables. This will prevent unnecessary eating while socializing.

7. Kill the casserole.

Make your favorite casserole with a lighter twist. Use vegetables and reduced-fat version of soups and you’ll cut up to half the fat and un-

3. Spruce up the stuffing.

necessary calories. Sprinkle vegetables like green beans with sliced

Try a herbed rice stuffing that is the perfect alternative to bread when

almonds and other nuts for all the crunch and flavor needed in this dish.

it comes to stuffing within your holiday turkey dinner. This option will

You’ll never make a casserole again.

delight those with gluten allergies and doesn’t compromise the flavor.

Try spooning the precooked rice into a pumpkin or acorn squash and bake until golden for a beautiful and delicious dish.

8. You can still have pie.

That is if you eat pumpkin over pecan.

While neither is the healthiest dessert

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sweeteners. Go for the good stuff and add honey or agave if a small sweet touch is needed.

Gabriella Wilday is a mother that is making a difference. When her eldest daughter entered grade school, she was troubled by the poor food choices on the school menu. As a mom who cared deeply about her

5. Put down the pumpkin spiced latte.

For your coffee shop fix while shopping for presents, ditch the peppermint mocha and other seasonal drinks topped off with whipped cream and opt for something like a pumpkin spiced latte made with skim milk and sprinkled with cinnamon instead of cream.

While these high sugar and calorie ridden seasonal drinks are tempting, you can still enjoy the holiday red cups by choosing wisely.

child’s nutrition, she had two choices – pack a lunch or start a company committed to serving less-processed, fresh, organic truly nutritious food. She picked the later, and founded No Fuss Lunch, a company that provides school lunches made with natural high quality “real” food.

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by Jacqueline Hope

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ith many families stuck at home juggling working remotely, homeschooling and trying to keep everyone happy and

healthy, it can be easy to let an otherwise active lifestyle fall by the wayside.

Regardless of age, being physically active provides numerous health benefits. The Ameri-

can Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity for adults each week, and 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity for kids between the ages of 6-17 each day. Finding ways to move daily can help everyone in the family maintain their health – and prevent them from going stir crazy.

Although prioritizing activity in a quarantined environment might be one of the last things on your mind, parents who model healthy behaviors can inspire their kids to do the same.

When you sweat during family activities, don’t forget to stay hydrated. An option like Propel Flavored Electrolyte Water can help parents replace electrolytes lost in sweat. With zero calories, no sugar, and nine fruit flavors, it can help keep you hydrated and moving at home or outdoors.

Consider these tips to keep the whole family motivated and moving – you might be surprised to find that exercise can be fun.

Go for a walk or bike ride. Incorporating walks or bike rides into your family’s daily routine can help get everyone moving as well as create quality bonding time. If your family is more on the adventurous side, consider venturing outside your neighborhood to find new trails or rougher terrain to explore nature while getting active. While your annual family vacation might’ve been canceled, there are likely hidden trails within a short drive from home.

Take a virtual class. Many fitness instructors and gyms are sharing free classes online designed for the whole family. Simply connect a streaming device to your television and search for virtual classes that are geared toward getting families moving, regardless of fitness level. Fitness instructors and studios are also sharing a variety of workouts – from family yoga to dance cardio in various time increments – on social media that you can find by searching various fitness-related hashtags.

Play a family game. Playing games together is an old-fashioned way to get the whole family moving and having fun. An activity as simple as tag or racing around the house, or even a game that requires some equipment such as soccer or basketball, can get everyone’s heart rate up. You can even create a fitness deck or activity dice to turn working out into a fun game.

Build your own obstacle course. Set out hoops, pillows, rope, ladders, cardboard boxes and other items you find around the house to create a fun and challenging obstacle course either indoors or out. This can be easily adapted to varying levels of difficulty to meet each family member’s level. Don’t forget a stopwatch to see who can complete the course the quickest. 

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Home Projects

Burn The Most Calories

by Jessica Humphrey-Cintineo

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ave you re-arranged your living room furniture? Swapped your rugs? Con-

structed a new deck? Many Bergen County residents found their home wearing out from the strain of social isolation and took it upon themselves to conduct some do-it-yourself home projects. While the projects spruced up their homes and ate up some of their coronavirus quarantine time, what they may not have realized is that they were also taking care of their health.

Long-avoided home projects or new improvements, such as tiling or painting, can demand a lot of physical effort and are therefore a good way to burn some calories indoors.

According to a recent study released by MyJobQuote.co.uk, sanding is the do-it-yourself job that burns the most calories with men losing 456 calories per hour and women 392 calories.

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“The task is also the hardest in terms of intensity level,” said do-it-yourself expert Kane Hughes. “Sanding is something most people can do yourself. If you’re sanding furniture, such as tables and chairs, this can usually be done with sandpaper and can take half a day for a whole dining room set.”

Carpentry came in second place, showing a high intensity level: males burnt 438 calories in one hour and females burnt 383 calories.

“To hang a door takes about 20 minutes to an hour and installing a door frame will take around the same amount of time,” said Hughes. “Skirting boards are a bit more complicated and to fit correctly in a room may take half a day.”

A little less intensive, but a good way to burn some calories nonetheless is gardening, according to the study. Burning 337 calories per hour for men and 306 calories per women, digging holes with an angled shovel, planting seedlings and cleaning up grass can be a good way to lose some calories.

❝Long-avoided home projects or

Looking for something less intense yet still a calorie torcher? Try putting up shelves.

Putting up shelves can be considered a hard task for some people. The study found that men lost 291 calories per hour, whilst women burned 249 calories, making it the do-it-yourself task with a low intensity that burns the most calories.

new improvements, such as tiling or painting, can demand a lot of physical effort and are therefore a good way to burn some calories indoors.

The do-it-yourself job that burns the least calories, however, is wallpapering. Men burned 217 calories per hour and women burned 180 calories. Putting up wallpaper is not easy, but it requires more mental effort than physical, as it needs to be cut to the correct lengths and patterns need to be perfectly aligned. 

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[Editor’s Note:The MyJobQuote.co.uk study recruited three males and three females of average weight – a woman being 160 pounds and a man being 187 pounds. All subjects wore a Fitbit and completed the do-it-yourself tasks over the course of 15 days to determine which job would burn the most calories. As for the length of the do-it-yourself jobs, every task was completed for roughly 20 minutes.The results were then multiplied by 3 to get a standardized measure for 1 hour per do-it-yourself job.]

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Ten Tips to Recognize Ripe Fruits

by John Morris

Keeping fresh fruit around the house provides a healthier alternative when your sweet tooth comes calling. Understanding how and when to buy at the peak of ripeness (or just before, in some cases) can help you avoid food waste while keeping your doctor happy.

Consider these simple tips for recognizing ripe fruits:

STRAWBERRIES

CANTALOUPE

Check the area at the top of the berry near the stem and leaves.

A ripe strawberry is fully red; green or white near the top means the fruit is underripe.

You should detect a sweet smell, and the melon should feel heavy upon lifting.

PEACHES

WATERMELON

A sweet, fragrant odor should be apparent. Skin should feel tender but not soft.

The “field spot,” or the area where the melon sat on the ground, should be yellow, and a tap on the rind should produce a hollow sound.

PINEAPPLE

Smell is again an important factor for pineapple – a sweet scent shows it’s ready, but a vinegary one likely means it’s overripe.

CHERRIES

Flesh should appear dark with a crimson color and feel firm.

RASPBERRIES

BLUEBERRIES

Generally follow the same rules as blackberries. Best eaten within a couple days of purchase, a bright red color represents ripe berries.

Similar to cherries, color should deepen to dark blue. A reddish or pink color may be visible in unripe berries.

BANANAS

BLACKBERRIES

A ripe banana features a peel lightly spotted without significant bruising.Your best bet may be to purchase bananas still slightly green and allow them to ripen at home.

Look for a smooth texture without any red appearance.

Because blackberries don’t ripen after being picked, they tend to spoil quickly.

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Build Simple Breakfasts to Fuel Your Family

Five Tips to Start Your Day Nutritiously D

uring a period when many families are spending more time at home than normal,

eating healthier is likely a popular goal. One of the many aspects to focusing on better nutrition starts with a better breakfast.

To help boost you and your family’s immunity, try focusing on protein- and fiber-packed morning meals that are low in sugar. That doesn’t have to mean hours of prep in the kitchen or stocking up on uncommon ingredients.

Instead, you can start with simple recipes that call for just a handful of inclusions.

Additionally, when your menu is centered around less complicated dishes, it allows an opportunity to get kids involved in the kitchen with tasks like measuring yogurt for a parfait, pouring milk in a pudding recipe or simply pulling ingredients out of the pantry and refrigerator.

To help start your healthy breakfast plan on the right foot, consider these tips from Dr. Jonathan Clinthorne.

Factor in fiber. When it comes to supporting immunity with nutrition, one of the underappreciated nutrients is dietary fiber. Fiber feeds gut bacteria, which helps produce numerous compounds that accelerate the development of immune cells and boost their function. The immune system performs better when people replace highly refined, lowfiber carbohydrates with fiber-rich carbohydrates.

Pick ingredients packed with protein. It’s important to consume adequate protein when looking to boost immune function as protein energy malnutrition is linked to poor immune function and can impair the ability of the immune system to fight viruses and bacteria. Add foods to your diet like SimplyProtein’s line of non-GMO, gluten-free bars and bites. The snacks include 11 or more grams of protein and just 0-3 grams of sugar without artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors or artificial preservatives for nutritious treats to help make busy lives simpler.

Build a balanced breakfast. People burn more energy through a process known as “diet-induced thermogenesis” when they consume high-calorie breakfasts rather than high-calorie dinners. This can ultimately help with weight loss and suggests that eating

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more food early in the day is better for you than eating a large amount before bedtime. For example, these recipes for Yogurt Parfait, Chia Seed Pudding and Avocado Toast provide protein and energy with simple at-home prep.

Skip the sugar. Avoid the post-lunch sleepy feeling by ditching sugar. Instead, focus on low-glycemic snacks that won’t spike blood sugar, helping to control your appetite. Feel fuller longer. Eating immune supportive foods like vegetables, berries, nuts, seeds and protein-rich snack bars can help keep you full and satisfied while avoiding less nutritious alternatives.

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Easy Additions for a Balanced Breakfast Whether your morning meal is a lavish spread for the whole family or a simple snack before logging on for a workday, these simple add-ons can add flavor without sacrificing nutrition dairy, such as milk or yogurt; fruit, such as bananas, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries and more; quick solutions, such as SimplyProtein Cookie Bars, Crispy Bars or Crunchy Bites; eggs (for a time-saving solution, try using a muffin tin to create egg cups for ready-to-go breakfasts throughout the week); and seeds or nuts.

Avocado Toast 2 slices whole-wheat bread 1 avocado, halved and sliced 2 poached eggs salt, to taste pepper, to taste 1/2 cup crushed SimplyProtein Barbecue Crunchy Bites Toast bread slices.

Divide avocado slices among toast. Place one egg on each piece of toast then sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste.

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Yogurt Parfait 1 cup Greek vanilla yogurt 1/2 cup assorted fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries and kiwi 1 Tablespoon shaved almonds 1 SimplyProtein Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar, crumbled shaved coconut (optional) In bowl, layer yogurt, fruit and shaved almonds.

Top with crumbled cookie bar and shaved coconut, if desired.

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Chia Seed Pudding 3 teaspoons chia seeds 1 cup almond milk 1 SimplyProtein Lemon Crispy Bar In glass jar or bowl, stir chia seeds and almond milk. Let rest 5 minutes then stir again.

Cover pudding in refrigerator; allow to set 1-2 hours or overnight.

Crumble lemon crispy bar and mix into pudding or cut into sticks for dipping.

Sausage, Egg and Cheese Muffins Total time: 30 minutes, Servings: 16 1 bag Success Tri-Color Quinoa nonstick cooking spray 1 package (9.6 ounces) cooked turkey sausage crumbles 2 cups prepared baking mix 1 cup cheddar cheese 1 cup milk 4 whole eggs, lightly beaten maple syrup (optional) Prepare quinoa according to package directions. Preheat oven to 400 F. Coat 16 muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray.

In large bowl, combine quinoa, sausage, baking mix and cheese. Stir in milk and eggs; blend well.

Pour 3/4 cup mixture into each muffin cup.

Bake 18-20 minutes.

Serve warm with maple syrup, if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Substitution: In place of baking mix, substitute 2 cups all-purpose flour plus 1 tablespoon baking powder and 1 pinch of salt.

Vegetable and Rice Power Bowls Total time: 45 minutes, Servings: 6 2 cups chopped butternut squash 2 cups chopped sweet potatoes 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 Tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 1 Tablespoon maple syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 cups peeled, chopped beets 2 bags Success Jasmine Rice 4 cups mixed greens 1 can (15 ounces) brown lentils, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds 1/2 cup prepared balsamic dressing

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. In large bowl, toss together butternut squash, sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons oil, thyme, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Arrange in single layer on parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

In same bowl, toss beets with remaining oil until well coated; add to baking sheet with butternut squash and sweet potatoes. Bake 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and tender.

Prepare rice according to package directions; divide among six bowls. Top each with greens, roasted vegetables, lentils, goat cheese and pumpkin seeds. Drizzle with balsamic dressing.

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f spending additional time in the comfort of your home has you rethink-

ing the family menu and looking for new ways to enjoy nutritional meals, rest assured you can make better-for-you food choices without losing mouthwatering taste.

Easy, efficient at-home recipes – like Thai Coconut Lime Freezer Chicken, Burrito Beef and Cauli Mac and Cheese – can all be made in less than an hour while reducing the intake of carbs and unnecessary sugars. All are part of a balanced Atkins low-carb lifestyle, a long-term, healthy eating approach focused on high-fiber carbohydrates, optimal protein and healthy fats.

The eating approach, which is a more flexible version of the popular ketogenic diet, offers a balanced mix of foods containing fiber-rich and nutrientdense carbohydrates while focusing on reduced levels of refined carbohydrates, added sugars and the “hidden sugar effect” – when carbohydrates convert to sugar when digested. You don’t see the sugar, but your body does.

Introducing your family to smarter food choices can also support your immunity. According to research published in “The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition,” simply substituting whole grains for refined grains has a modest effect on gut microbiota and immunity. Refined grains have had most of the fiber milled out of them, leaving a refined carbohydrate that impacts your body the way sugar would. Opt for whole grains to get the fiber you need, along with protein and healthy fats.

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Thai Coconut Lime Freezer Chicken Prep time: 8 minutes Cook time: 22 minutes Servings: 4 1 3/4 cups coconut milk 2 Tablespoons basil 1 Tablespoon xylitol (sugar substitute) 1 ounce cilantro 1 ounce fresh lime juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon garlic 1 teaspoon lime zest (optional) 20 ounces boneless, cooked chicken breast 20 ounces broccoli flower clusters In bowl, mix coconut milk, basil, xylitol, cilantro, lime juice, salt and garlic. For more citrus flavor, add lime zest, if desired.

Add chicken, broccoli and sauce to 1-gallon zip-top freezer bag. Squeeze out any air and seal bag.

Freeze bag flat up to 1 month.

To cook: Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Place in glass 8-by-8-inch pan and bake 20-25 minutes.

Burrito Beef Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 8 hours Servings: 6 2 pounds beef arm chuck roast 4 Tablespoons green taco sauce 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 large scallions or spring onions, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt

Trim fat from beef. In slow cooker on low heat, cook beef, taco sauce, garlic, onions, jalapeno, chili powder, cumin and salt 8 hours, or until beef is tender.

Using two forks, remove beef and shred. Mix beef with 1/2 cup cooking juices before serving.

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Cauli Mac and Cheese Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Servings: 6 Nonstick cooking spray 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1 head large (6-7-inch diameter) cauliflower 1 cup heavy cream 2 ounces cream cheese 1 1/2 teaspoons ground mustard 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon white pepper 1/4 teaspoon pepper sauce Heat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare 9-by-9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Heat large pot of water to boiling and add 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Remove stem and leaves from cauliflower. Cut into small pieces and place in boiling water; cook until crisp-tender; about 5 minutes. Drain well then pat between paper towels to remove moisture.

In medium saucepan over medium heat, bring cream to simmer. Whisk cream cheese and powdered mustard into simmering cream until smooth. Add 1 cup cheddar cheese, garlic, remaining salt, white pepper and pepper sauce, whisking until cheese melts; about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cauliflower.

Pour into baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake 15 minutes until browned and bubbly.

High-Protein Chicken, Onion and Quinoa Salad Recipe courtesy of the National Onion Association Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 6 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon honey 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 1/2 cups red quinoa, rinsed 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon canola oil 1 white onion, sliced 3 cups baby kale

1 red skinned apple, chopped 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper

To make dressing: In bowl, whisk vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, honey and Dijon mustard until well combined. Set aside.

In saucepan, bring quinoa and broth to boil. Simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes, or until broth has been absorbed. Cool completely.

In medium skillet, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Saute onion 3-5 minutes, or until softened and translucent. Remove from heat; cool completely.

In large bowl, toss onion, kale, apple, chicken, salt and pepper with dressing. Stir in cooled quinoa.

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Hawaiian Chicken Pizza Recipe courtesy of Toby Amidor, on behalf of the FMI Foundation Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 nonstick cooking spray 1 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 3/4 cup barbecue sauce 1 ready-made pizza crust or whole wheat pizza crust (10 ounces) 1 cup canned or jarred tomato sauce 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese or part-skim mozzarella cheese 1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple or canned pineapple tidbits packed in 100% juice Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

Coat pizza pan or baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

In medium bowl, combine rotisserie chicken and barbecue sauce.

Place pizza crust on pan and evenly spread tomato sauce over crust. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.

Top evenly with rotisserie chicken mixture and pineapple.

Bake until crust is crisp and browned around edges, about 10 minutes. Let pizza cool 10 minutes before cutting into eight slices.

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Tablespoons canola oil bell peppers, sliced medium onion, sliced teaspoon cumin cups water cup brown rice, uncooked

1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles, undrained 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans 6 wheat tortillas (8 inches) salsa and guacamole (optional)

Heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In large skillet, heat canola oil. Cook peppers, onion and cumin until tender.

In saucepan, add water and brown rice. Cook 45 minutes.

In saucepan, add 1 1/4 cups evaporated milk, shredded cheese and green chilies. Cook over medium heat until cheese is melted and smooth. Stir 3/4 cheese mixture in with rice; set remaining cheese sauce aside.

In medium bowl, add refried beans and remaining evaporated milk. Microwave 3-4 minutes.

Lay out tortillas and layer: refried bean mixture, rice mixture and pepper-onion mixture. Roll into burritos and place in baking pan. Top burritos with remaining cheese sauce. Bake 20-25 minutes.

Garnish with salsa and guacamole, if desired.

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German Fruit Tart Recipe courtesy of Deanna Segrave-Daly, on behalf of the FMI Foundation Serving Size: 12-16 slices 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg 1 Tablespoon half-and-half or cream 1/8 teaspoon almond extract or 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, thinly sliced cornstarch sliced strawberries, sliced kimi, sliced banana blueberries 2 teaspoons turbinado or powdered sugar (optional) Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

To make crust, beat together flours, sugar, egg, half-and-half and almond extract. Add butter slices and mix together until sticky ball of dough forms. Refrigerate 30-60 minutes.

On heavily floured surface, knead dough a few times and roll out to fit greased 10-inch tart pan.

Carefully spread dough into tart pan and bake 15-20 minutes, or until tart starts to turn golden brown.

Remove from oven and cool.

Dust crust with cornstarch to help fruit stick to crust. Arrange strawberries, kiwi, banana and blueberries on top of crust; sprinkle with sugar, if desired.

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Allison Turnamiam, Dana Jareck, Michele Van Slooten

Robert Garrett, Dr. Dante Implicito

Mark Sparta, Christine and Dr. Dante Implicito

Mark Sparta, Heather Choi, Carol and Rich Henning

Dr. Yuki Kimora, Dr. Jeffrey Boscamp

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Jordan and Lauren Wright

Sally Song, Cynthia McEachern, Marla Sacks, Soneca Guarada, Christine Implicito, Christine Christopoul

Maria Hutchinson, Allison Turnamiam, Lauren Stephens, Michele Van Slooten

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HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER Holy Name Medical Center’s 2019 Founders Ball was held at Cipriani South Street.

For more information, visit www.holyname.org.

Joe and Tina Coccaro

Timothy and Jean Regan, Amy Lieberwirth, Timothy Regan

Holly Schepisi, Dr. John Volpe, Jean Piro, Lucia Palestroni

Lucia Palestroni, Mike Maron

John and Marianne Klein, Juan and Hilsa Gonzalez

Jerry and Kim Artz, Evelyn and Paul Shyposh

Doug and Suzie Stevinson

Elizabeth and John Vivenzio

Mike Maron, Dan Leber

Steve and Susan Mosser, Teresa and Tom Callagee

Kristina Kuceroba, Carley and Diane Maron, Shannon Krall

Cathy and Bob Callagee

David and Judy Singer, Ron White

Eileen and Dr. Adam Jarrett

Dr. John and Louise Poole, Ameer and Dr. Richard Righthand, Dr. James and Joanne Charles

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Nicole Cole, Nick DiPaolo

Kyle, Michael, Michael, Brendan and Patrick Maron

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Michael, Carley and Kyle Maron, Kristina Kuceroba, Diane and Mike Maron, Shannon Krall, Brendan and Patrick Maron

Dr. Leon Smith, Sheryl Syby

Dr. Leon Smith, Anne Smith, Dr. Wendy Warren, Laszlo Fuzesi

Sean and Alice O’Rourke

Christine and Jon Antal

Tony and Beverly Piparo, Jill and Gary Vladick

Jerry and Kim Artz

Larry Brown, Karen Henderson

Joe Marion, Estie Wasser, Hope Gallagher, Eva Chen

Dr. Jeffrey Steuer, Dr. Robin Ashinoff

John Amoratis, Sandy Cerami, Brian Mahoney

David and Kimberly Cummings

Mike Maron, Angelica Berrie

Maryclare Mastriano, Alyssa Dowson, Karen Mastriano, Valerie Huttle

Jon and Christine Antal, Mike Maron, Kim and Jerry Artz, Evelyn and Paul Shyposh

George Gozum, Denise Chuang, Angelica Berrie, Spencer Berlin, Greg Urra

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Theresa Impeduglia, Rocco Diverita, Cathy and Mike Vigneron, Judy and John Trobiano

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VALLEY HOSPITAL AUXILIARY S A D D L E R I V E R B R A N C H H O L I D AY B O U T I Q U E The Valley Hospital Auxiliary Saddle River Branch held their annual Holiday Luncheon and Boutique at Seasons.

For more information, visit www.valleyhospitalfoundation.org.

The Valley Auxiliary Saddle River Valley Branch Holiday Boutique Committee

Leslie DePiero, Allison Orecchio, Andrea Whalen

Sandy Carapezza, Mariliza Lacap, Dr. Jean Holden

Lucy Ponzini, Claudine Siero, Tracey Ingrasselino

Calli, Carl and Maria Carfello

Andrea Hekemian, Klaudia Shapsis, Jennifer Ponzini

David Bohan, Lynn Holuba, Kathy Nardella

Tracey Ingrasselino, Michele Halloran, Claudine Siero, Cathy Shea

Suzi Hill, Lisa Young, Mary and Nicole DiMatteo

Dr. Jumana Chalabi, Maria Harper, Paulette Perenzi

Mariliza Lacap, Jean Weng, Joy Jean, Alisa DiGirolamo, Dr. Jean Holden

Paula Hian, Nancy Bush

Linda Cennerazzo, Cathy Teitel

Gina Heuck, Candace Kristin

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Nicole Fernandez, Tracey Ingrasselino

Caryl Kourgelis, Karen Haruthunian

Sal Benedetto, Bettina Daly

Elaine Heimberger, Ann Swist

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BERGEN COUNTY HEALTH NEWS

Surgical Education Live, Real and Remote:

Internationally Respected Vein Surgeon, Steve Elias MD, Uses Avail System Technology To Teach Other Surgeons During COVID-19

T

he COVID-19 pandemic has

He is the first hospital-based surgeon in

ing the need for students of new techniques

the Tristate area to use the Avail technology

to travel and be physically present in the

lot in our lives. But some things are necessary

from a hospital setting to teach hundreds of

operating room. This decreases risk, expenses

and really can’t stop or shouldn’t be stopped.

surgeons, fellows and residents advanced vein

and travel time while increasing access to live

Surgical education is one of those things. Sur-

care procedures.

education. It is as if the remote person is in

slowed down or stopped a

gical techniques and technologies are always

“Early on in the restrictions of COVID-19

the operating room standing right next to the

advancing. The need for the best and most up

many surgeons and companies approached

surgeon. Immediate twoway communication is

to date care for patients doesn’t stop because

me as to how to continue teaching safely and

possible so remote learners can ask questions

of a pandemic. In fact, it may be needed more

efficiently. The Avail System seemed to be the

of the operating surgeon in real time. The

because of a pandemic. But how can surgeons

answer,” explains Dr. Elias.

remote learner can split the screen between

The Avail System is comprised of a por-

views pulled from the cameras and imaging

challenges of today? Travel is restricted, access

table console with an oversized monitor, two

inputs, allowing the learner, for example, to

to learning is hindered and in-person observa-

highdefinition cameras and the ability to live

see the hands of Dr. Elias while simultaneously

tion of surgical procedures done by master

stream imaging views from procedures. All of

viewing ultrasound or X-ray.

surgeons is hampered.

this can be controlled remotely using an iPad

continue to learn and improve care with the

Dr. Elias explains, “Whatever I am seeing,

or laptop without the need of an in-person

the remote physician I am teaching is seeing as

for Vein Disease of Englewood Health

videographer. The views from the Avail System

well. Surgery is a visual and physical activity.

Network in Englewood Hospital, has been

can be broadcast to remote audiences, reduc-

You can’t learn the best techniques by just

Dr. Steve Elias, the director of the Center

on the cutting edge of using innovative tech-

reading about something in a book or watch-

nologies and teaching these technologies to

ing a video. The Avail System allows learning

other surgeons for the past 25 years.

physicians to see everything in real time and ask questions.”

“The COVID-19 pandemic brought many challenges to vein disease education. The Avail

Over the last few months Dr. Elias has

System has allowed us to continue ‘in-person’

taught courses for major medical companies

education without surgeons needing to be in

and vein societies such as Medtronic Inc., Phil-

the operating room with me,” says Dr. Elias.

Above: Photo Courtesy of Englewood Hospital’s Vein Center

ips Inc., Venous Symposium and the up

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coming American Vein and Lymphatic Society

✜ Secure and private: HIPAA-compliant

Annual meeting in October. In conclusion,

tecnology is approved for use in surgical

Dr. Elias says, “I have enjoyed teaching others

spaces and protects patient privacy.

the newest, safest and most minimally invasive techniques. The Avail System has not only enabled me to continue my passion of teaching, but it has altered the paradigm, reducing travel, expense and time commitment while not sacrificing the value of in-person learning but probably enhancing it. This is the future of surgical and medical education with or without COVID being a concern.”

About Avail Medsystems Avail’s Procedural TelemedicineTM System is the first and only technology built to meet the specific needs of physicians and medical experts for remote collaboration during procedures or for clinical education and

✜ Seamless: The technology integrates with existing rules, regulations, and norms of surgical care. ✜ Mobile: Avail’s interface is real-time, multimedia, and mobile. Even as physicians “in the room” benefit from ethernet connectivity and tailored hardware, remote experts can use their own devices and are not constrained by geography.

The Avail Systems is supported by the Avail Portal, which enhances the capabilities for Avail’s growing network of medical industry experts and physicians. The secure Portal, accessible via log-in on Avail.io, allows System users to easily manage schedules, update avail-

training, including:

ability in realtime and collaborate at the click

✜ Integrated software and hardware:

of a button. The Portal also provides tools to

Avail uses a dedicated blend of hardware

support medical device representatives, par-

and software to assure rigorous image quality,

ticularly those in the field, to better run their

stable connectivity, and end-to-end security.

remote activities and ultimately their business,

Melding software with purpose-built

including the ability to manage relationships,

complimentary hardware ensures a seamless

track historical utilization and improve time

and reliable experience. This combination

management. Avail plans to continue to en-

delivers real-time, high-quality, and stable

hance the Portal functionality to allow medical

imagery and audio that allows for expert-

device field teams to fully manage their remote

level professional consultation during

activities, and benefit from advanced business

surgical procedures.

intelligence and analytics.✜

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➥ About Dr. Steve Elias Steve Elias MD FACS FAVLS is director, Center for Vein Disease at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. He is the founder of the American Venous Forum Fellows/Residents Course in Vein Disease which educates graduating physicians about the management of vein disease. His clinical interests include all aspects of minimally invasive vein care, both procedure development and teaching. Venous education of new and current practitioners has been the cornerstone of his commitment to modern vein care and its impact on patient outcomes for the last 20 years. Dr. Elias has lectured, written and taught about vein disease both nationally and internationally. He is also the founder and course director of the annual Expert Venous Management Summit, a meeting that highlights advanced vein care. He is the medical director of VEIN Magazine and the medical editor of the American Venous Forum’s Newsletter, Vein Specialist. He has been Principle Investigator/Investigator in multiple clinical trials and performed the first in man ClariVein procedure. Societal memberships include: American Venous Forum, Society for Vascular Surgery, American Vein and Lymphatic Society, and the American College of Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine, distinguished fellow of the American Venous Forum and fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has been the director of Mount Sinai Vein Center and the Columbia University Vascular Vein Programs.

Undergraduate training was at The Johns Hopkins University. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York Buffalo. Dr. Elias is a fellowship trained vascular surgeon, board certified in venous and lymphatic medicine and general surgery.

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HEALTHY LIFEWAYS

Helping Children Lay the Foundation for Lifelong Wellness Healthy LifeWays, Valley’s Center for Pediatric Wellness and Weight Management, provides comprehensive care and support to help children and teens develop healthy eating habits. BC The Mag recently had a conversation with pediatrician and obesity expert Sherry Sakowitz-Sukkar, MD, founder and director of Healthy LifeWays, to learn more. encourage families to focus on being a healthy household, not a dieting household.

Q. What is Healthy LifeWays?

A. Healthy LifeWays, Valley’s Center for Pediatric Wellness and Weight Management, provides a comprehensive program of medical and behavioral health care, nutrition services, and family support to help overweight and obese children and teenagers lose weight and/or maintain a healthy weight, improve their health and reduce their risk of developing chronic illnesses.

Q. What is your approach to care?

A. I take a family-oriented approach to care that includes the child and their family. During a 12-week program, I advise families to focus on healthy living. For example, if a parent is nervous about a child’s weight, say, ‘We’re going to start eating healthier in the house.’ Don’t direct it toward the child. Everyone in the house should be living the same healthy lifestyle.

Q. Why is Healthy LifeWays so important?

A. Just under 20 percent of children, adolescents and teens are classified as obese, and that percentage is on the rise. This puts children and teens at risk for problems that were once diagnosed almost exclusively in adults, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and high cholesterol. The time to stop obesity is before a teenager reaches adulthood because almost all chronic diseases are associated with obesity, and they often begin in childhood.

Healthy LifeWays is here to help get children and teens on track.

Q. Do you use any novel technologies in your practice?

A. Yes! This year, we acquired a high-tech new tool to help motivate our patients. The Styku 3D Body Scanner performs a body scan in seconds that can show the changes in someone’s body shape and dimensions as their body responds to fitness and nutritional guidance. My patients love it! It is a very effective motivational tool.

Q. Who is an appropriate patient for Healthy LifeWays?

A. Healthy Lifeways is designed for children and young adults classified as obese, meaning that they have a body mass index at or above the 95th percentile. Children who are at or above the 85th percentile and also have an associated medical risk or family history of chronic disease, such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension or obstructive sleep apnea, can also join Healthy LifeWays.

Q. How does Healthy LifeWays work?

A. We personalize our program to fit the needs of each individual child and family. We aim to help each child attain weight-loss success and reduce the risk of serious chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease and hypertension, and accompanying psychosocial disorders, including depression, stress, and bullying.

Healthy LifeWays is located in Valley’s stateof-the-art medical office at 140 East Ridgewood Ave. in Paramus. To make an appointment with Dr. Sakowitz-Sukkar, or for more information about Healthy LifeWays, please call 201-316-8438.

Q. What are the goals of Healthy LifeWays?

A. My goals are for my patients to be healthy, feel good about themselves and develop healthy habits. I teach them to look at food differently with a focus on quality, not quantity.

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