Inspired Tampa Bay: Fall 2017

The Health and Wellness Magazine of Florida Hospital

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Believe you can and you’re halfway there.

—Theodore Roosevelt

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IN THIS ISSUE

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HEART ATTACK Donna Schulz wants others to learn from her experience.

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HEALTH ALERT See your doctor if you have any of these 8 symptoms.

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WHERE TO GO FOR CARE Urgent care or ER? Our guide helps you decide.

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KEY SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN Stay on top of your health with this handy list.

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HEALTHY LUNCHES

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4 kid-approved ideas sure to be eaten, not traded.

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BUILD YOUR CORE A strong core helps prevent injury, and more.

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DON’T MISS A BEAT Why it’s crucial to treat atrial fibrillation, a common type of irregular heartbeat.

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BANISHING BACK PAIN Prevention and treatment of this common complaint.

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TIPS TO HELP YOU QUIT Stop smoking for good.

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POWER FOOD Super sweet potatoes.

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HEART ATTACK:

ONE WOMAN’S STORY WOMEN OFTEN HAVE HEART-ATTACK SYMPTOMS OTHER THAN CHEST PAIN. DONNA SCHULZ, A NURSE, SHARES HER STORY AND WANTS OTHERS TO LEARN FROM HER EXPERIENCE.

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OPPOSITE: Donna Schulz, R.N., experienced atypical symptoms when she had her heart attack. LEFT: Now fully recovered, Donna is glad to be back at work caring for others.

‘that couldn’t be me.’”

She went back to the gym to “work out her soreness,” as she describes it, and a short time later she started having symptoms of a stroke, and that’s what sent her to the hospital. She was told she was having a heart attack.

Dr. Maher Ayoubi, a cardiologist at Florida Hospital Carrollwood, along with an excellent team of nurses and techs, performed the surgery that saved Donna’s life. “She came in with a heart attack. Her main artery was completely closed and we couldn’t really tell where the closure was, so it was a very difficult case. Fortunately, we were ultimately successful. We ended up doing angioplasty and stenting, and Donna recovered nicely after that.”

“I received the best care possible,” says Donna, who has worked at Florida Hospital Carrollwood for the past 12 years.

“Our hospital is a great place to go because we have a lot of excellent doctors and clinicians. They’re the reason I’m here right now.”

Donna says she’s grateful to be back to nursing. “I look forward to caring for others the way the team

SYMPTOMS

FOR WOMEN TO WATCH

According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one killer of women, causing one in three deaths.

Women are less likely than men to have classic symptoms—shortness of breath and chest discomfort—and more apt to have symptoms such as: • Discomfort in other upper body areas, including the back, neck, jaw or stomach • Nausea • Vomiting • Lightheadedness • Breaking out in a cold sweat • Exhaustion

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“ Y O U J U S T N E V E R think it can happen to you,” says Donna Schulz, a nurse at Florida Hospital Carrollwood, of her recent heart attack. “But you’ve got to listen to your gut feeling if you think something is wrong.” A few months ago, Donna had recently begun an exercise program when the unthinkable happened: She ended up at her hospital as a patient instead of signing in for a shift.

After just two days of working out at the gym, Donna had experienced some strange symptoms. She had pain in her back between her shoulder blades and was completely, utterly exhausted.

“I was so physically and mentally exhausted that I didn’t really recognize that as a symptom of a heart attack,” says Donna. “I was under a fatigue that I can’t even explain. The pain and exhaustion made sense to me—I had worked out and worked a couple of night shifts—so I didn’t go to the hospital.”

As a nurse she was well aware of the symptoms of heart attack, but she continued to brush aside any concern. “I had just lost 20 pounds by eating healthy and thought my exercise was going OK. You think,

here cared for me when I needed it,” she says.

“The lesson to learn,” says Dr. Ayoubi, “is that when you have chest pain, you should get to the emergency room. Don’t wait.”

Though chest pain and shortness of breath are the most common signs, it’s important to be aware of less typical symptoms that can signal a heart attack, particularly in women (see sidebar below).

When asked what she hopes others can learn from her story, Donna echoes Dr. Ayoubi’s advice: “If you know in your gut something is wrong, don’t wait. Go to the hospital or call 911.”

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Symptoms to Act on Now

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Everyone is busy. It’s a fact of life in our fast-paced world.

So the last thing any of us wants to do is make a doctor’s appointment for a seemingly manageable problem. But for these eight symptoms, that appointment could save your life.

See your physician if you experience any of these problems.

Unexpected weight loss

Blood in the stool

Skin changes

Sudden confusion

While sudden, unexpected weight loss may sound like the stuff of infomercial dreams, it can signal serious problems, including endocrinesystem disorders, diabetes and cancer.

Losing 10 pounds or more without trying is cause for concern.

Changes to bowel habits, such as diarrhea or constipation lasting more than two days, accompanied by blood in the stool can be a symptom of hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome or colorectal cancer.

Any mole or freckle that changes color, shape, texture or size could be a natural part of aging or it could be skin cancer. There are many types of skin cancer and luckily, if caught early, most are easily treated by removing the offending mole.

A sudden bout of confusion, inability to concentrate or a change in personality could be caused by any of the following: dehydration, low blood sugar, an infection, a stroke, a brain tumor or bleeding in the brain.

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Shortness of breath

Seeing flashes of light

Swollen legs

Flashes, bright spots or other unexplained oddities in your vision may indicate the onset of a migraine or a detached retina, which can quickly lead to permanent blindness without swift medical intervention.

Hot, red and swollen legs or pain in the back of your calf can be symptoms of vein problems, thyroid issues or heart failure.

Pain in the back of your legs also can indicate a blood clot that could be fatal if not treated promptly.

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Being tired all day, every day despite an early bedtime should be addressed by a medical professional.

Persistent fatigue could indicate depression, sleep apnea, anemia, hypothyroidism or cancer.

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Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath is called dyspnea. Many people suffer from dyspnea occasionally, but if it is sudden, severe and limits your activities, you should seek medical attention.

Breathing problems could indicate asthma, lung infection, blood clot, stroke or heart attack.

Constant fatigue

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WHERE TO GO F TODAY THERE ARE MORE OPTIONS FOR RECEIVING HEALTH CARE THAN EVER BEFORE. THIS GUIDE EXPLAINS WHICH CHOICES WORK BEST FOR SPECIFIC MEDICAL SITUATIONS.

EMERGENCY An emergency room is the best place to seek treatment when significant symptoms come on suddenly or could be life-threatening. Emergency symptoms include: • Change in mental status • Chest pain or other heart symptoms • Choking • Coughing up or vomiting blood • Fracture with bone visible • Head or spine injury • Loss of consciousness • Major trauma, injury or burn • Seizures FALL 2017 | INSPIREDTAMPABAY.COM

• Severe abdominal pain or pressure • Severe or persistent vomiting • Snake bites • Stroke symptoms • Sudden dizziness, weakness, or change in vision • Sudden, severe pain anywhere in the body

URGENT CARE Urgent care centers like Florida Hospital’s Centra Care enable you to see a physician as soon as possible without needing an appointment.

Choose this option when the need for care is pressing, but not life-threatening. For example: • Allergies

• Pink eye

• A sthma

• Rash

• Back pain

• Sore throat

• Bronchitis

• Sprains

• Cold, flu or fever

• Vomiting

• Cough • Diarrhea • Ear infection • Fractures • Headaches • Infections • Lacerations (stitches) • Minor burns

• Swallowed a poisonous substance

• Nausea

If you think you’re having a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

Find locations near you at centracare.org/florida/.

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O FOR CARE VIRTUAL CARE

EXPRESS CARE

• Cough, cold, bronchitis and flu • Lower back pain • Pink eye • Seasonal allergies

• Medications and treatments

• Sinus and upper respiratory infections

• Minor illness, aches and pains

• Skin conditions

• Minor injuries

• Urinary tract infections

• Physicals and wellness visits • S kin conditions • Vaccines Appointments can be made at FHExpressCare.com, but aren’t required.

To download this safe and secure app, visit your app store and search for “Florida Hospital eCare.”

THE IMPORTANCE OF

PRIMARY CARE

In an increasingly complex medical world, having one doctor who knows your health history has become highly important. In fact, researchers at the journal Health Affairs found that patients who have a primary care provider benefit from better management of chronic disease, lower overall health-care costs, and a higher level of satisfaction with their care. So during normal office hours, if you’re not having emergency symptoms, your primary care doctor is your best choice for routine illnesses and checkups.

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Expert treatment for minor illnesses and injuries is available at Florida Hospital Express Care at Walgreens.

Locations are convenient and clinics are open evenings and weekends at most locations. Services are available for patients age 18 months and older and include:

Need health care for a minor illness but prefer not to leave home or work?

Now there’s an app for that. Florida Hospital eCare provides access to care for a variety of minor ailments.

Patients receive a face-to-face visit via a smartphone or tablet with a boardcertified doctor or nurse practitioner.

Care is available seven days a week.

Check to see if your insurance company covers virtual appointments.

Common treatments provided:

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HEALTH SCREENINGS

A WOMAN’S GUIDE

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STAY ON TOP OF YOUR PREVENTIVE CARE WITH THIS HANDY LIST OF RECOMMENDED HEALTH SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN. FOLLOW OUR GUIDE to help ensure that any health problems you may have are detected early, when they’re most treatable. Your health-care provider can modify or add to these recommendations based on your medical history and personal risk factors.

•H uman Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine: Women up to age 26 whose HPV vaccine series is incomplete (two to three doses are required, depending on the age at which the vaccine is given) should discuss vaccination with their health-care provider.

Breast Health

Heart Health

•B reast self-exam: Women of all ages should be familiar with their breasts so they can discuss any changes with their health-care providers.

• Clinical breast exam: Women younger than 40 should have a breast exam by a medical professional at least every three years. Every year for women 40 and older.

• Mammogram: Every one to two years, beginning at age 40, for women at average risk for breast cancer. Women 80 and older should discuss with their health-care providers whether a mammogram is recommended for them.

•B lood pressure test: At least every two years.

High blood pressure can lead to a variety of health problems, including heart attack, heart failure, stroke, kidney disease and dementia.

• Cholesterol panel: At least every five years, total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides should be measured to assess heart-disease risk. Discuss the right frequency for you with your health-care provider.

Reproductive Health

•H epatitis C (HCV): If you’re born between 1945 and 1965, talk to your doctor about this test.

• Bone density: At least once. Talk to your doctor about the right age for you to be tested.

• Pelvic exam: Annually, throughout life. This exam can help your doctor find evidence of various gynecologic conditions, including cancer, sexually transmitted diseases, fibroids and cysts.

• Pap test: At least every three years through age 60.

Women older than 60 should discuss with their healthcare providers whether this test, which screens for cervical cancer, is recommended for them.

• Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) tests: Throughout life, before sexual intercourse with a new partner both partners should get tested for STIs, including HIV.

One-time Screenings

In addition to the screenings listed here, any time you have concerns about your sleep habits, mental health or symptoms you are experiencing, talk with your doctor.

Early detection of disease can help people live longer, healthier lives, so keep a copy of these screening guidelines and share the information with friends and family who may benefit.

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Pink IN OCTOBER

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an important reminder to schedule a screening mammogram if you’re due (see article for guidelines).

One out of eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Early detection of the disease through regular mammograms greatly improves treatment options, chances of successful treatment and survival. To make a mammogram appointment, please visit PinkOutTampaBay.com.

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THINK

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Healthy Lunches

KIDS LOVE

HOW DO YOU PACK a school lunch that’s healthy, but has enough kid appeal that even the pickiest eater won’t trade it or toss it? In general, focus on foods that are low in sugar, trans fats and high-fructose corn syrup, but provide plenty of brain-boosting vitamins and minerals—and a dash of fun. Here are some packed-lunch ideas to keep your conscience clear and your children satisfied.

Applewiches

Switch carb-loaded bread out for pairs of crisp apple slices, filling the space between with your choice of cheese, almond butter or peanut butter.

(Check the rules regarding peanut products at your child’s school.) Applewiches are a good source of brain-friendly vitamin B6, protein and folic acid. If you’re using a nut spread, mix a few raisins in for a sweet surprise that adds fiber and iron.

Colorful veggies and hummus

Kids love to dip. And if they’re dipping raw vegetables into calcium-rich, uber-healthy hummus, so much the better. If hummus doesn’t pass your child’s taste test, pack some low-fat ranch dressing. For dippers, try crunchy slices of cucumber, carrot sticks, slices of red pepper or sugar snap peas.

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Cheese wheel and crackers

Pump some calcium and protein into those growing bones by putting a fun spin on cheese and crackers.

Individually packaged cheese mini-wheels travel well, and are fun to open and eat. (Check the ingredients to be sure you’re getting a real, rather than processed, cheese product.) Add whole-wheat crackers and you’re good to go.

Easy add-ons

Kids love lots of little items at their disposal. Tossing a yogurt “squeezer” (Greek yogurt packs more protein) or prepackaged fruit smoothie in with lunch is easy to do and keeps calcium, protein and B12 flowing. Look for brands and flavors with less sugar.

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DO MORE FOR

YOUR CORE

These three exercises will strengthen your core, the muscles around your back, abs and pelvis. A strong core helps keep the body stable during daily activity and exercise, reducing injury risk. It also can minimize everyday strain on the back.

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Start in a modified push-up position, with elbows bent, positioned directly below shoulders, and forearms forward. Look down at the floor. Tighten abdominal muscles and flatten your back so your body forms a straight line from the crown of your head to your heels. Keep feet together. Hold for 10–30 seconds to start, increasing as you’re able. Repeat three times.

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Lie on your right side, resting on your forearm, which should face forward.

Position your elbow directly below your shoulder. With legs straight and feet stacked, tighten your abdominals and raise up off your hip. (Use your free hand to help if needed.) Raise your free hand. Keeping your back straight and abdominals tight, hold for 10–30 seconds to start, increasing as you’re able. Repeat three times.

Repeat on the left side.

Sit with back straight, abdominal muscles tightened and legs outstretched. Lean back on your hands, then lift hips off the ground so your body forms a straight line.

Lift one leg up and bring toward your face, keeping it straight and pointing your toes. As you lower your leg almost to the floor, bend your ankle.

Repeat three times with one leg, then switch to the other. Add more repetitions as you’re able.

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DON’T MISS

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A BEAT

WHY IT’S CRUCIAL TO TREAT ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, THE MOST COMMON TYPE OF IRREGULAR HEARTBEAT.

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T H A T F E E L I N G when your heart flutters, misses a beat, speeds up or slows down can be alarming.

Though these palpitations are often harmless, they can signal serious malfunctions in the heart’s muscles and nerves.

The most common type of irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia, is atrial fibrillation—AFib for short.

At least 2.7 million Americans are living with AFib, and that number is expected to grow as the average age of the population rises. Untreated AFib significantly increases both risk of heart-related death and risk of stroke.

What is AFib? When the heart beats, it squeezes and that pushes blood through each of the heart’s four chambers.

With AFib, the top two chambers of the heart quiver instead of beating regularly. This means the heart can’t pump well so some blood is left sitting. And when blood is stationary, clots form. Blood flowing through the heart can sweep clots out into the circulatory system, where they can cause blockages that lead to complication such as stroke.

Analyzing symptoms The first step in assessing an arrhythmia is a thorough patient history. Doctors look for clues: When do symptoms occur? Are they associated with specific activities? Do lifestyle factors contribute? Will weight loss help? For instance, sleep apnea, associated with obesity, can cause

If you have one or more of the following conditions, you may be at higher risk for atrial fibrillation, or AFib:

Resetting rhythm Treatment for AFib aims to regulate the heartbeat and prevent clots from forming. If the AFib is caused by an underlying condition, that will be treated first. The heart’s regular rhythm (called sinus rhythm) can be re-established using medication, an electrical shock or a combination of the two.

If those treatments don’t work, a minimally invasive procedure can be used to ablate, or destroy, the tissues that trigger or maintain the disruptive rhythms. This stops the arrhythmia at its source.

Blood thinners are prescribed to help prevent blood clots. Because AFib can occur without symptoms, many patients continue these medications even after normal heart rhythm is reestablished.

With active monitoring, patients

• Alcohol use (especially binge drinking) • Coronary artery disease • Heart failure or an enlarged heart • Family history of AFib • Overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) • High blood pressure • Sleep apnea • Advanced age • High-performance or endurance athlete

WHEN TO SEE YOUR DOCTOR

The symptoms below have many possible causes—atrial fibrillation (AFib) is just one of them. Consult your physician if you experience: • Fluttering or thumping in the chest • Heart palpitations—periods of especially rapid, intense heartbeat • Confusion • Dizziness, lightheadedness • Fainting • Fatigue • Weakness • Loss of ability to exercise • Shortness of breath

who have AFib can reduce their risk of complications. It’s important to keep follow-up appointments with a primary care provider, who will watch for and help manage additional stroke risk factors, including high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking and obesity.

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WHO IS AT RISK?

arrhythmia, including AFib. Stress and medications also can play roles.

Several tests are used to diagnose AFib. An electrocardiogram (ECG) records electrical signals as they move through the heart and can show irregularities. To further evaluate how the heart is working, patients may be asked to wear a portable ECG device called a Holter monitor for 24 hours or longer. An event recorder is a portable device that monitors heart activity over longer periods—a few weeks to a few months. Patients activate the device when they experience symptoms and doctors are able to review the heart’s rhythm at the time symptoms occurred.

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Banishing

BACK PAIN LEARN WHAT CAUSES BACK PAIN, HOW IT CAN BE PREVENTED AND WHAT TO DO IF IT STRIKES. BACK PAIN is one of the most common com-

plaints for which patients visit their doctors. In fact, experts estimate that nearly 80 percent of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives.

Causes of back pain

Your back is made of many different moving pieces that connect to help stability and movement. Bones, joints, ligaments and muscles are all intertwined, and injury or damage to any one of them can result in back pain.

You can irritate joints, sprain ligaments or rupture discs, sometimes with just a simple movement.

Back pain also can be caused by problems and diseases of internal organs, such as kidney stones; blood infections; scoliosis (an abnormal curvature of the spine); arthritis; and some types of cancer.

How to alleviate symptoms

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If you experience back pain or an injury, one to two days of rest can help, but resist the urge to stay in bed. Getting up, moving around and taking over-the-counter pain relievers can help alleviate stiffness, improve mobility and aid recovery.

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Applying heat to a sore back can increase blood flow and speed recovery of acute or chronic back pain. Treating with ice can reduce inflammation and ease pain. Sometimes alternating between the two is the best remedy. Trial and error is the best guide when figuring out what eases your particular symptoms most effectively.

Exercise is not advised for treatment of acute back pain, but stretching, yoga and core strengthening can help alleviate chronic back pain.

See a physical therapist or take a class to learn how to do these exercises properly.

When to see a doctor Most of the time, back pain will subside on its own with or without treatment.

However, it’s a good idea to see a doctor if you have tingling or numbness, if the pain is the result of a fall or injury, or if the pain is severe and doesn’t improve with rest.

It’s also important to be evaluated by a doctor if you have pain together with trouble urinating, numbness or weakness in your legs, fever or unintentional weight loss. These could be signs of a more serious problem.

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• Maintain a healthy diet and weight • Remain physically active and incorporate corestrengthening exercises into your routine (see page 13) • Wear comfortable and supportive shoes • Maintain proper posture • Bend at the knees to lift heavy objects and avoid any twisting motion while lifting

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5 TIPS FOR A HEALTHY BACK

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TIPS TO HELP SMOKERS

Quit

CONQUER

THE CRAVING

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To help combat nicotine cravings, several effective options are available:

Don’t make deals with yourself. Letting yourself sneak

WHEN IT COMES to smoking, the opposite of the old adage is true: Quitters always win.

If you want to quit smoking and make it stick, keep these simple but powerful tips in mind.

a cigarette today will only make it harder for you to get through tomorrow.

Find your motivation. Define

stress-relief alternatives: taking walks, biking, talking to friends, knitting—whatever works for you.

a concrete reason to quit, whether it’s to improve your health, be a good example for your children or save money.

Be accountable to someone.

Let friends and loved ones know that you’re trying to kick the habit.

It will help to keep you honest and on track, and allow them to lend support along the way.

Do something else. Find

Find strength in numbers.

Support groups foster a sense of solidarity and let you know you’re not in it alone.

Don’t latch onto lapses.

There’s no shame in stumbling. If you fall off the wagon, don’t beat yourself up, just climb back on.

• NICOTINE PATCHES. Just remember, smoking while wearing a patch is extremely dangerous!

• NICOTINE GUMS AND LOZENGES. For those who still need that oral fix connected to their nicotine intake.

• PRESCRIPTION NICOTINE INHALERS AND NASAL SPRAYS. If you simply must breathe it in, this is the closest you can come.

• PHONE APP. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) offers a free phone app to help you quit, with both technological aid (track cravings by day and location) and motivational tools. Find it at www.cdc. gov/tobacco/campaign/ tips/quit-smoking/mobilequit-guide.

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POWER FOOD How Sweet it Is

VITAMIN-PACKED SWEET POTATOES LEAVE WHITE SPUDS IN THE DIRT. A PRIMARY SOURCE of nourishment for native Americans, early European colonists and soldiers during both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, sweet potatoes later were relegated to holiday tables, served as a complement to Thanksgiving turkey or holiday roast. Today, sweet potatoes are making a comeback: orange-fleshed mashes, fries and tots are commonly found on restaurant menus and in the frozen-food aisle at grocery stores. Though fried potatoes of any color should be eaten sparingly, baked or boiled sweet potatoes offer exceptional health benefits.

POWER UP

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of U.S. sweet potatoes are grown in North Carolina

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Sweet potatoes have twice the fiber of a white (Irish) potato

When shopping, choose sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth, without bruises or discoloration. Store them unwashed in a cool, dry place and use within three to five weeks. Sweetness increases during storage. Don’t refrigerate—the cold turns the potato’s natural sugars to starch.

Like white potatoes, sweet potatoes can be baked, grilled, boiled or microwaved. Lightly season with salt and pepper or highlight their sweet side by sprinkling with brown sugar and cinnamon. For healthy potato chips, slice thinly, brush lightly with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees (or until lightly browned and crisp). Try adding thinly sliced, cooked sweet potato to your sandwich, or pop sweet-potato slices on the grill until browned to your liking, then drizzle with lime juice. And of course, you can mash them. You can even try them raw by shredding onto a salad.

DID YOU KNOW? Sweet potatoes and yams are two different vegetables, with sweet potatoes offering more nutritional benefits and being more widely available in the U.S.

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U.S. president who was a sweet-potato farmer (George Washington)

2,700+ Years humans have been cultivating sweet potatoes

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Considered one of the healthiest vegetables of all, sweet potatoes are the root of a tropical vine in the morning-glory family. Brimming with beta-carotene, fiber and vitamins A (five times the recommended daily intake), C and E, they’re a good choice when it comes to adding cancer-fighting nutrients to your diet and improving digestive health. Compared to white (also called Irish) potatoes, they have more vitamins, more fiber, fewer calories and fewer total carbs— despite having more sugar. They’re also fat-free.

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