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Living Healthy - January 2012
Idaho Statesman's Living Healthy magazine
LivingHealthy Get Your ZZZ's Sleep better tonight with these simple tips Idaho Statesman's sunDAY, JAnuArY 1, 2012 You NEW Best Be Your Go nuts for weight loss Build a better emergency kit Exercise for pain relief Choose the right shoes News and events from the Treasure Valley health community Self-improvement has never been so easy. Learn how to look and feel better, younger and happier all year long, whatever the season. 2 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 IDAHO'S SOURCE FOR ALL YOUR FITNESS NEEDS! FITNESS EQUIPMENT SALES AND REPAIR A NEW YEAR... A NEW YOU!!! LET OUR FITNESS PROFESSIONALS HELP YOU FIND THE WAY TO BETTER HEALTH IN 2012! Photo by Katherine email@example.com SEE pHoToS fRom THE aNNuaL YmCa CHRiSTmaS RuN A record 2,800 runners and walkers -- many in costume, like those honoring the Nativity above --participated. Page 22. Read about community news on pages 8-11. 12 ways to ensure the best year yet. Page 4. TREaSuRE VaLLEY HEaLTH NEWS aNd EVENTS maRk iT oN THE CaLENdaR Text "BFE" to 90210 to get promos! SHoE SmaRTS Every athlete needs the right shoes to be healthy and safe. Page 12. SLEEp TiGHT iN 2012 Find Boise Fit on Break the bad sleep cycle for better health. Page 20. aNd moRE, iNCLudiNG .... Pain relief on page 14, nuts on page 16 & emergency kits on page 18. Read past issues of Living Healthy at idahoStatesman.com/livinghealthy Kim Lyons - Best-selling author - Former trainer on The Biggest Loser OASIS MEDICAL CENTER ARTHUR C. JONES, IV, MD Board Certified Family Practice Physician Accepting New and Returning Patients Most insurances accepted FOR AN APPOINTMENT CALL 3217 W. Bavaria (Corner of Meridian and Chinden) Meridian, Idaho www.boisefitnessequipment.com 8675 w. franklin road, boise, id 83709 286-6676 581241-01 b581308-01 Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 3 The See Me Same Day appointment service gets you seen today. In most families there is a fine line between balanced routine and total chaos. So, when someone needs to see a doctor, you need to get them taken care of quickly. With West Valley Medical Group's See Me Same Day Service, you make one phone call to a helpful Appointment Specialist. They check with nearby doctors, and set up a same day appointment, right then and there. No chasing, no waiting.* Call an Appointment Specialist: (208) 455-3981 or visit WestValleySameDay.com for more information *Appointments may be scheduled with a physician assistant or nurse practitioner and calls received after 3 pm may be scheduled for the next business day. Same-day appointments are available at all West Valley Medical Group clinics including: Caldwell, Nampa, Middleton, Parma, New Plymouth and Wilder. Not Bigger. Just Better. 581445-01 4 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 mark it on the CaLENdaR 12 ways to ensure your healthiest year yet -- financially, emotionally and physically BY LiNdSEY RomaiN CTW fEaTuRES t's all about the little things. A new year doesn't have to mean remaking every aspect of life. Sometimes, tapering the smaller things can lead to a stronger big picture. Zeroing in on individual facets of healthy living is the sure way to make 2012 a great year. Here are 12 easy ways to boost a healthier lifestyle and provide focus for a fresh new year. I 1. dEVELop a fiNaNCiaL pLaN. In the midst of a national financial crisis, money woes are no doubt topping the stress list for many people. Going into 2012 with a disorganized budget isn't exactly the best start, for finances or mental health. Ric Edelman, a top-ranked adviser and author of the best-selling book "The Truth About Money" (Harper Paperbacks, 2010), suggests choosing a financial plan for the year and sticking to it. "The single greatest cause of financial failure is procrastination," Edelman says. Saving enough money to cover at least six months' worth of living expenses should be the first step, he says. Not sure how to get started? Hire a financial advisor. Edelman suggests looking for a reputable, independent and fee-based professional if help is needed. 2. paY YouRSELf A good trick for sticking to a budget is writing a check -- to yourself. "Instead of writing checks each month to pay all of your bills until there's nothing left to save, write the first check to yourself before you're out of money," Edelman says. 3. doN'T LET THE paST GET You doWN The perfect motto for a new year, new you: Let go and move on. "Visit the past so you can see how Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 5 The latest technology for partial knee reconstruction and hip replacement is now in Boise. If you are living with knee or hip pain, you may want to consider MAKOplasty�. Saint Alphonsus is the only hospital in the region offering this advanced technology which allows orthopedic surgeons to attain unparalleled precision and accuracy with hip or partial knee replacement. There are numerous potential benefits. For you, that can mean relief from pain and getting back to doing the things you enjoy! Reduce your pain. Restore your lifestyle with MAKOplasty� For more information or to be referred to a physician to discuss this new option, please call 208-367-DOCS (3627) 581042-01 6 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 it may be coloring your current relationships with dark hues, but make sure to live in the present," says Dr. Frances Cohen Praver, a clinical psychologist and author of "How Understanding Your Brain's Wiring Can Help Rekindle Your Relationship" (Sourcebooks, 2011). "If you stay in the past, you will become depressed," she says. On the reverse, Cohen Praver also says to avoid thinking too far ahead, for fear of growing anxious or negative. "The key is to live in the present," she says. fill in your nutritional blanks by planning and buying snacks that are made with fruits, nuts, seeds and vegetable and plant extracts. People should make it their goal to eat more fruit, period, dietitians say. "It's one of the most important things we can do," says Alice Bender, a registered dietitian and nutrition communications manager for the American Institute for Cancer Research in Washington, D.C. Fruits are high in dietary fiber and water content, so you fill up without too many calories, Bender says. In addition, fruits contain vitamins, such as A and C, the mineral potassium as well as plant chemicals that may reduce a person's risk of chronic disease. People who consume more fruits may have a lower incidence of larynx, esophagus, stomach or lung cancer, according to Bender. 5 appS for that! No, really, there is. Smartphone apps have foR BETTER LiViNG There's an app infiltrated many spectrums, including health, finance and general better living. Here are five free apps for iPhone and Android that will help promote and maintain better living in 2012. food: WHoLE foodS maRkET RECipES This app, an extension of Whole Foods stores, recommends recipes that target specific diets and allergies and other recipes for healthy living. The app also searches for healthy recipes based on what's already in your fridge -- no shopping necessary. 4. CLEaN up YouR RELaTioNSHipS fiTNESS: map mY fiTNESS Want an app that serves as a GPS, stat tracker and social-media tool, all in one? Map My Fitness does it all. Great for runs and bike rides, it also lets you compare stats with other users. The app is available on BlackBerry devices, too. "If love has faded from your relationship, now is the time to work hard to bring love and lust back," Cohen Praver says. The new year is a good excuse to try new things with your partner in the name of new adventures. "Remember that you and your partner are connected with mirror neurons, so that if you change yourself, your partner can't help but change himself or herself, too," Cohen Praver says. miNd: T2 mood TRaCkER Fancier than a mood ring, this app lets users track the six different facets of their moods on which they wish to focus: anxiety, stress, depression, brain injury, post-traumatic stress and general well-being. Rank moods on a scale by swiping a small ball from left to right to keep tabs on your emotional welfare. 8. REpLaCE juNk WiTH NuTRiTioN 5. maiNTaiN a WELL-BaLaNCEd diET Eating healthy is an obvious way to stay on track health-wise, but knowing what foods are best to incorporate into an overall eating scheme is key. Lisa DeFazio, a registered dietitian and diet expert for Perez Hilton's celebrity health and fitness website fitperez. com, says to go for variety. She suggests incorporating whole grains for fiber, such as oatmeal, oat bran and flax seeds. Proteins like nuts, fish, chicken and lean beef also are important as are healthy fats from olive oil, avocados and nuts. Giving up salty and sweet snacks can be hard. Luckily, it's easy to find healthy replacements for junk-food favorites. For those with a taste for salt, DeFazio suggests options like Popchips, low-fat microwave popcorn, pretzels and Chex mix. For the sweettoothed folks, go for dried fruit, frozen juice bars, low-fat granola bars, graham crackers and low-fat pudding cups. fiNaNCE: miNT.Com pERCoNaL fiNaNCE A budget tool at your fingertips makes it easy to stay money-conscious. Mint.com's Personal Finance app automatically syncs online banking accounts and allows users to establish and maintain personal budgets and even check credit-card statements. 9. TRY a NEW diET GENERaL HEaLTH: WEBmd moBiLE A quick symptom checker and referral tool, WebMD Mobile is the app version of the popular website. Check general-health symptoms for an easy diagnosis -- it may save an expensive trip to the doctor. There are many other apps out there to help you live a healthier lifestyle. Ask friends for recommendations, search online tech blogs or use app recommenders for other possibilities. � CTW fEaTuRES 6. SNEak iN YouR NuTRiENTS Angela Pifer, a Seattle-based nutritionist, suggests stocking up on frozen vegetables like organic spinach and kale, both for their affordability and their ability to add a nutritious punch to traditional meals like scrambled eggs, soup, stew, stir-fry and casseroles. Busy people will be more likely to incorporate veggies if they are already chopped and ready to cook. If you're up for the task, several websites promote start-of-the-year diet challenges. Pifer runs a 28-Day Vegan Challenge, a vegan diet plan with a focus on detox, that begins Jan. 11. According to Pifer, more than 1,300 participated through her website, nutritionnorthwest.com, in the past year. If going vegan is too extreme, try other diet challenges, like Meatless Mondays, a movement in association with the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health that aims to reduce an individual's meat consumption by 15 percent by forgoing meat products every Monday. new DVD "The A.R.T. Method By Terri Walsh" (A.R.T. Studio, 2011)."Once it becomes habit, and you don't think about doing it, add the next small thing." Walsh suggests activities like running, dancing and boot camp classes. as yoga, Pilates or dance. "Sometimes starting at home on your own gives you time to digest what you learn and then get out into the world and try," Walsh says. Life is here, and life is good. As you go into the new year, don't forget the most important things life has to offer. "Live moment to moment with meaning, satisfaction, purpose and love," Cohen Praver says. � CTW fEaTuRES 12. LiVE BiG oR Go HomE 10. GET moViNG 11. GET moViNG, GYm oR No GYm 7. EaT YouR ViTamiNS Recent studies have begun to question the efficacy of daily vitamins. Instead, Every movement counts. It's best to choose something that can be done consistently. "The key is to pick one small thing to do every week," says Terri Walsh, a celebrity fitness trainer and star of the Gym prices and crowded environments might keep some from accomplishing their annual fitness goals, but Walsh says there's no need. She suggests finding an at-home program that caters to your interests, such Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 7 Get a Running Start On Your New Year's Resolution! Save up to , on select PRECOR� fitness equipment! 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It enables surgeons to precisely target only the diseased portion of the knee, without compromising the healthy bone and tissue surrounding it. MAKOplasty Partial Knee Resurfacing is an innovative treatment option for adults living with early to midstage osteoarthritis (OA) in either the medial (inner), patellofemoral (top) or lateral (outer) compartments of the knee. During the procedure, the diseased portion of the knee is resurfaced, sparing the patient's healthy bone and surrounding tissue. An implant is then secured in the joint to allow the knee to move smoothly again. Sheila Turner, 70, from Sweet, Idaho, is a retired archeologist who enjoys staying active, but she was struggling with constant pain after injuring her knee years ago. Her coping strategies as her pain persisted included using grocery carts as a crutch when she shopped and making sure that when she bent over she got as many things done in that position as possible because getting back up caused incredible pain. But one day Turner couldn't get out of bed -- and she knew something had to be done. Turner had the partial-knee replacement surgery in early November. Within days, she was moving around comfortably. Before the surgery, she says her pain level, one a scale of one to 10, was an eight. Now, she says, it's a one. "The pain was always there, especially at night. To not have it is like being out of prison. I can't say enough good things about it. I would do it again in a flash." To read more about the partial knee-replacement surgery, visit www.sarmc.org/svc-robotics-MAKOplasty.html. Saint al's clinic joins Reach out and Read program Getting books from the doctor is becoming a routine part of regular pediatric checkups at the Saint Alphonsus C.A.R.E. maternal/child health clinic as doctors and nurses welcome the Reach Out and Read program to the practice. The Saint Al's clinic joins more than 4,779 programs nationwide in preparing America's youngest children to succeed in school. Reach Out and Read is incorporated into regular checkups by advising parents about the importance of reading aloud and giving developmentally appropriate books to children. The program begins at the 6-month checkup and continues through age 5, with a special emphasis on children growing up in lowincome communities. "In the Saint Alphonsus C.A.R.E. Clinic, we have refugee women and families from several different countries and continents throughout the world," said Judith Hobbs, RN, FACCE, the manager of the Saint Alphonsus Family Center. "Many of these women do not read or write in their native language, nor have they ever been to school in their native country. So in our Reach Out and Read Program, most of our refugee women are learning to read along with their babies, and all are learning valuable English skills." To donate funds or volunteer as a reader, please contact Hobbs at 367-7386 or email@example.com. Learn more about Saint Alphonsus and its programs at www.saintalphonsus.org. St. Luke's Health System St. Luke's CEo launches new blog Dr. David Pate, St. Luke's Health System president and CEO, has a new blog called Dr. Pate's Prescription for Change. The new blog will be an opportunity for Pate to reach out to physicians, employees and the community to keep everyone informed on St. Luke's plans to transform health care. Pate, pictured at right, will talk about St. Luke's plans as well as comment on issues and policies affecting health care. To sign up for Pate's blog, visit www.drpate.stlukesblogs.org. You can also follow Pate on Twitter at www.twitter.com/drpatestlukes. St. Luke's hosts bariatric patient support sessions St. Luke's is sponsoring a series of bariatric patient support sessions with bariatric psychologist Mike Dennis. Topics discussed include: process of change and commitment; behavior modification ("Dealing with Head Hunger"); relationships; and stress management. Sessions will be held Jan. 4, Jan. 11, Feb. 1, Feb. 8, March 7 and March 14. To find out more information about the time and location and to register, call 381-9000. Idaho Surgical Associates is pleased to announce the arrival of Dr. Johnny Green to our practice. Dr. Green is an experienced, board certified colon and rectal surgeon with a keen interest in laparoscopic colorectal surgery and pelvic floor problems. He has been champion for measurable quality efforts including the American College of Surgeons National Quality Improvement Program. He is active with the Northwest Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, currently serving as president. Johnny Green, M.D. Shauna T. Williams, M.D. Bryan J. Anderson M.D. 581088-01 Sleep Apnea? CPAP Intolerant? We Can Help Give Modern Dental a call today & sleep peacefully - without the mask! Idaho Surgical Associates 1072 N. Liberty St. Suite 201 � Boise Phone: 208.377.2273 Fax: 208.367.3059 333-9999 www.moderndent.com 579724-01 Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 9 L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 St. Luke's named in top 50 nationally for cardiovascular care For the second consecutive year, St. Luke's Boise and Meridian medical centers were named in the top 50 for cardiovascular care by Thomson Reuters. To compile the list of winners, Thomson Reuters analyzed outcomes of patients who experienced heart failure and heart attacks and those who received coronary bypass surgery and percutaneous coronary interventions such as angioplasties at more than 1,000 hospitals. St. Luke's hosts free Heart Smart seminars In February, St. Luke's Heart is holding free Heart Smart seminars on Feb. 15 at St. Luke's Meridian Medical Center and on Feb. 16 at St. Luke's Boise Medical Center. The Feb. 15 seminar will cover heart disease risk factors and medications. The Feb. 16 seminar will discuss the latest in atrial fibrillation treatments. Both seminars start at 5:30 p.m. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. To find out more about the seminars or to register, call St. Luke's at 381-9000 or visit www.stlukesonline.org/ heart. Learn more about St. Luke's and its programs at www.stlukesonline.org. providers can learn how to help with dizziness Elks Rehab Hospital and Elks Hearing and Balance Center are presenting "Vestibular 101-Vestibular Disorders and Impact on Function" from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Elks Rehab Hospital. This course is recommended for physical and occupational therapists and health care providers who encounter patients with dizziness. For more information, visit www.elkshearingand balance.org and click on "Calendar of Events" or email firstname.lastname@example.com. Learn more about the Elks and its programs at elksrehabsystem.org. St. Luke's Clinic, Idaho Cardiology Associates, will present information on: � "Blood Pressure & Body Mass Index Matters" with Murali N. Bathina, MD, FACC � "Making Sense of Cholesterol Numbers" with James C. Field, MD, FACC � "Know Your risk for Peripheral Vascular Disease" with Frederick M. Costello, MD, FACC The event will be in WVMC's Kaley Center, located on the corner of 10th and Logan in Caldwell. RSVP for the Heart Smart screening and seminar at 208-455-3995. Space is limited; preregistration is required. The new Collaborative Cardiovascular Care relationship with WVMC enhances access to St. Luke's heart and vascular care in the Caldwell community. St. Luke's Heart cardiologists are now on call 24/7 at the West Valley Emergency Department. Also, there are plans for a future certified Chest Pain Center at WVMC. Did you know: Every minute, another American dies from a sudden coronary event. Regular screenings and preventative care are the best protection against this silent killer. Learn more about West Valley Medical Center and its programs at www.westvalleymedctr.com. Elks Rehab Hospital and Services Help out by buying a Calendar for Care St. Luke's-Elks Children's Rehab, the pediatric division of a joint venture between St. Luke's and Elks Rehab Hospital, serves thousands of children on an annual basis. The 2012 Calendar for Care, shown above, is dedicated to raising funds to continue providing services to those in need. The calendar features vintage-style portraits of children of all abilities, and almost all are St. Luke's-Elks Children's Rehab patients. Calendars are $10 through www.elksrehabsystem.org/ CalendarPurchase.aspx. West Valley medical Center, Caldwell Heart Smart seminar offers free screenings It's a new year, with more opportunities to recharge one's health -- starting with the heart. Learn about specific risk factors and how to live a heart-smart life at a Heart Smart seminar Feb. 23 at West Valley Medical Center in Caldwell. February is American Heart Month. The Collaborative Cardiovascular Care relationship between WVMC and St. Luke's Heart presents this event led by St. Luke's Heart specialists. Starting at 5:30 p.m., guests can receive free cardiac risk screenings and nurse consultations. Beginning at 6 p.m., three cardiologists from 579801-01 10 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 Boise Va medical Center funding will aid orthopedic care The Boise VA Medical Center and the Mountain Home Air Force Base were awarded $4.3 million in joint incentive funding to meet the orthopedic needs of veterans, airmen and National Guard soldiers in the Treasure Valley. Orthopedic care is traditionally a highly sought specialty at the Boise VA Medical Center (VAMC). At any given time, there are roughly 200 veterans on a monthly waiting list. In fiscal year 2010, the Boise VAMC spent $2.1 million on buying this care in the private community for veterans. Mountain Home Air Force Base also has a significant need for orthopedic care. In fiscal year 2010, the Mountain Home AFB referred over 640 patients to TriCare providers for orthopedic care and spent about $600,000 in orthopedic purchased care. The Department of Defense-VA Health Care Sharing Incentive Fund allows VA and Defense facilities the opportunity to coordinate on mutually beneficial endeavors. Since fiscal year 2004, more than 80 initiatives have been awarded JIF funding. Last year, for instance, the Boise VAMC and Mountain Home AFB were awarded $2.2 million in JIF funding to conduct sleep studies and build a new sleep study clinic for airmen and veterans. The additional orthopedic resources are expected to improve accessibility and quality for airmen and veterans in a cost-effective manner. Learn more about the Boise VA Medical Center and its programs at www.boise.va.gov. Each week, challenge participants receive nutrition and exercise tips via email, and the Challenge offers monthly physical challenges and motivation meetings. The final weigh-in and cash awards presentation will be held on June 7. For full details, rules and entry forms, visit www.hdiabetescenter.org or call 331-1155, Ext. 32. Central District Health is offering two free Tobacco Cessation classes, one at the Boise Public Library in Downtown Boise and the other at the Library at Collister. Each series of classes is 10 hours over five sessions. Students gain the tools and support needed to quit for good. The classes are free, but registration is required. Call 375-5211. Other classes are listed on the CDHD website at www.cdhd.idaho.gov. Get a cholesterol screening Offered the first Tuesday of every month at CDHD, 707 N. Armstrong Place, Boise, from 6:30 to 9 a.m. No appointment is necessary. Blood draw, blood pressure check and health and nutrition information. The next screenings are Jan. 3 and Feb. 7. Cost: $20. Call 375-5211 for information. Learn about food safety in child-care settings Keeping kids safe from food-borne illness is the focus of a class designed for child-care providers that's also open to the public: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, at CDHD, 707 N. Armstrong Place, Boise. Cost: $15. Registration is required. Call 327-7499. St. Luke's Humphreys diabetes Center Ready to lose weight? You could win cash! The 4th annual $10,000 Treasure Valley Weight Loss Challenge kicks off Jan. 7 and will award a total of $10,000 to the top three men and top three women who lose the biggest percentage of weight -- $3,000 to the top man and woman, $1,500 to the second-place man and woman, and $500 to the third-place man and woman. The event is being presented by Boise's Ladd Family Pharmacy to benefit St. Luke's Humphreys Diabetes Center. Sign up, weigh in and pay a $50 registration fee at the kick-off party from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 7 at the Humphreys Diabetes Center, 1226 River St. in Boise. Sponsors will be on hand giving away samples, coupons and special incentives to all Challenge participants, and past Challenge winners will share their success stories. Folks who can't make the kick-off party can sign up between Jan. 8 to 22 at Ladd Family Pharmacy in Boise or at the Humphreys Diabetes Center in Meridian. Teams of five or more people receive $5 off the registration fee. Central district Health department Breastfeeding support available The WIC program at Central District Health offers a variety of support for new and expecting mothers. Every prenatal appointment includes breastfeeding education. The breastfeeding peer counselors provide education and support for first-time pregnant WIC clients for the first three months after delivery. The WIC staff includes IBCLC (international board certified lactation consultants) or CLC (certified lactation counselors) who can provide specialized breastfeeding help for WIC clients. WIC also offers weekly breastfeeding support group meetings for WIC clients every Monday (except holidays) from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the WIC office, 707 N. Armstrong Place, Boise. Call 327-7488 for more information. Take a class to help you stop smoking The new year is a great time to quit your tobacco habit. iSu-meridian Health Science Center Screenings at the idaho Statehouse on feb. 13 Free hearing, speech and language screenings for chil- Adult Day Care & Respite "The Staff is so caring and makes me feel so special." -Helen Assisted Living & Memory Care We invite you to try our Adult Day Care FREE for one day. Boise (near Glenwood Ave & State St.) 208-853-1255 Contact the Administrator to reserve your date today! Meridian 288-2220 Weiser 414-4200 580161-01 Middleton 585-5959 Mountain Home 580-1121 Emmett 365-9490 Nampa 463-4941 Payette 642-6199 McCall 634-3883 567401-01 c581238-01 w w w. t h e c o tt a ge s . b i z Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 11 L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 dren and adults will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13, on the fourth floor of the Idaho State Capitol rotunda. The screenings are conducted by the Idaho State University-Meridian chapter of the National Student Speech Language Hearing Association. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult to be screened. No appointment is necessary, and a screening takes about 10 minutes. Call 540-557-7753 for more information. many services available at iSu�meridian ISU-Meridian at 1311 E. Central Drive (isu.edu/meridian/ clinics.shtml) offers dental, mental health and speech-language services at clinics located on campus and staffed by faculty, student clinicians and licensed professionals. � The Delta Dental of Idaho Dental Residency Clinic at Idaho State University offers a full slate of services, including oral surgery, implants, root canals, crowns, bridges, dentures, hospital dentistry, pediatric dentistry and preventive care. Most insurance plans accepted. The clinic also offers discounts based on family income. Call 3731855 for information. � The Counseling Clinic offers individual, couples and family counseling. Sessions are free for ISU faculty, staff, students and their families. For non- ISU clients, fees are $15 for individual sessions and $20 for couples and families per session. Call 373-1719. � The Speech and Language Clinic offers therapy for children and adults who are experiencing communication problems and disorders. Group services include early intervention for children with cochlear implants and hearing aids and treatment of adults following a stroke or traumatic brain injury. Individual speech and language therapy sessions are $50 per session. Call 373-1725. macologic Considerations in the Elderly: Common Concerns with the use of Medications," "Living Long? Living Well!", key concepts in palliative medicine , management of urinary incontinence in the older person, depressionover the years and injury prevention. When: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays: Feb. 1, 8, 15 and 22 Where: St. Luke's Regional Medical Center in Boise, Anderson Center, Ada 2 and 3 Cost/registration: $25 . The registration deadline is Jan. 24. For a registration form and more information, visit: www.uidaho.edu/boise/wwami/mini-medicalschool-2012. Eat to Thrive Health Counseling find out how to fuel your body Learn about "Taking the Fight out of Food" from 9:10 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. Thursdays (Jan. 12 through Feb. 16) at Eagle Montessori. Emily Barker, a certified holistic health counselor, will teach you how to make healthier habits happen in your family. For details or to register, visit http://familynutrition.eventbrite.com. Cost: $125. Also, learn about "Sugar Fix Solutions" from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 21. Discover how to satisfy your sugar fix without deprivation. Healthy sweet treat samples, recipes and giveaways are part of the class. Cost: $15. For more details or to register, visit http://sugarfixsolution.eventbrite.com. For questions about either class, email email@example.com. The information for Treasure Valley health community news was submitted by area hospitals and health-care organizations. If you'd like your organization's news considered for publication in the March 3 issue, email Holly Anderson at handerson@idahostatesman. com before Feb. 15. Space is limited. university of idaho Explore how to care for our aging population Join the University of Idaho for the 10th annual Idaho WWAMI Mini Medical School. WWAMI is the five-state regional medical education program of the University of Washington School of Medicine that includes Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho and serves as Idaho's medical school. The Idaho WWAMI Medical Education Program is offering a series of evening lectures during February for the general public focused on the theme "GeriatricsCaring for our Aging Population." Idaho's 60-plus population has increased 43 percent between 2000 and 2010, according to the Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging. Currently, 10,000 people turn 65 each day in the United States. Program topics include: dementia, osteoporosis, "Phar- american Red Cross of Greater idaho Get 2012 off to a great start by donating blood As the joys of the holidays come to a close, the American Red Cross of Greater Idaho encourages you to give one more gift -- the gift of life, by donating blood. The Red Cross needs to collect 240 units of blood every day in Idaho alone to meet demand. And while the need for blood remains constant in the Treasure Valley, blood donations typically decline during and just after the holidays. One donation takes about an hour and can help save more than one life. Call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment to donate. 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Of course, for the most athletically oriented, this translates to a lot of shoes and a lot of decisions. The American Council on Exercise recommends seeking a specialty athletic-shoe store with staff members who are knowledgeable about selecting the most appropriate shoes. E Running shoes are specially designed for straightforward motion and to be picked up and put back down again around 1,500 times a mile, says Kris Hartner, owner of the Naperville, Ill.based Naperville Running Company, which was voted the 2009 Running Specialty Store of the Year. But choosing a running shoe isn't all that straightforward. Running shoes fall into two categories, stability and neutral, and only an expert at a running specialty store can truly determine which category a foot fits in and to what degree, Hartner says. That's where fit specialists come in. Their job is to see how a foot interacts in a shoe through a gait analysis, which is accomplished by watching a runner run, either on a treadmill or the floor. Once the category is determined, a variety of appropriate shoes in different brands pulled, and the ones that don't fit properly eliminated, it's up to the customer to pick the shoe that feels best, Hartner notes. "They pick the shoe in the end," he says. "If you're getting shoes and someone's not asking you for feedback, then I'd be worried about that person fitting you, if they're doing a good job." Hartner and his employees then have clients run on the store treadmill -- a step they record on video -- to catch the interplay between a foot and a shoe. "You see how a shoe fits when they're running, how it's working for them with their body," he says. Hartner recommends shopping at stores with at least seven brands on their shoe wall, so there's more to choose from in each category. He also advises runners to consistently alternate two pairs of shoes, of different brands -- perhaps one being a lighter shoe for shorter runs. "It's good for feet to not be running in the same shoes every day," he says, as well as good for the life of the shoe. TENNiS Since movements during a match of tennis are primarily lateral and include repeated abrupt stops, a tennis shoe's forefoot typically has a wider base as well as a stability system to reduce the Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 13 L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 "if a player feels any increase in knee or ankle pain during or after playing, the cushioning in their shoe is most likely worn out, and they should get a new pair of shoes." -- Adam Queen, vice president of Your Service Tennis, Atlanta fooTLooSE aNd faNCY -- SHoE fREE "If a player feels any increase in knee or ankle pain during or after playing, the cushioning in their shoe is most likely worn out, and they should get a new pair of shoes," Queen says. The barefoot running craze has led to a plethora of shoes that protect the foot while providing minimal support. At the same time, they've become a maximum part of the running industry, to the tune of $1.7 billion by some estimates. The Vibram FiveFingers Bikila ($90 retail price) is easily distinguishable by those toes. The heel and forefoot is even, encouraging runners to develop a "forefoot running form," with less of a heel strike, that simulates barefoot running. The Nike Free Run ($90 retail price) features a contoured footbed and an outsole with "flex grooves," which allow the shoe to contour to the foot's natural flex. The Brooks PureProject collection features the PureConnect running shoe ($90 retail price), designed to engage a runner's natural balance and shift contact points forward. The New Balance Miniumus Road ($99.99 retail price) has a wide toe box that gives the foot room to expand on impact and a minimal drop between the heel and toe heights to encourage a natural foot position. tendency for the ankle to roll over, according to Adam Queen, vice president of Your Service Tennis, a tennis specialty retailer with seven stores in metropolitan Atlanta. In addition, tennis shoes are often designed to keep players on their toes, which is accomplished through a higher heel and lower toe. "This reduces the time it takes to get moving from a stopped position, and therefore increases the number of balls the player can reach and return during a rally," Queen adds. He points out that tennis shoes are generally constructed of more leather than mesh because they need a more structured upper for both support and durability. They also have a tough sole: A tennis court's harsh, gritty surface wears down the rubber on all shoes quickly, so the outsole of a tennis shoe is made from a high-density rubber -- and a lot of it. Like with running shoes, a proper fitting session is necessary. "Proper fit means about a thumbnail of space between the front of the shoe and the end of the longest toe," Queen says. "Width is also very important as the foot should not feel constricted in the shoe through the midfoot or toe, but also should not have too much room as that will cause the foot to slide around causing blisters." Queen advises players to replace tennis shoes when the outsole becomes smooth and can no longer grab the court surface, or when the midsole cushioning system has worn down. GoLf While golf isn't as intensive of a sport as running and tennis, it does require specific footwear. A golfer typically walks around 5 miles -- up and down hills, on wet grass -- during an 18-hole round, which takes more than four hours and requires a lot of golf swings. Therefore, a golf shoe must provide significant traction, according to ECCO Shoes, a manufacturer of athletic and lifestyle shoes. ECCO Shoes considers a stable base to be essential to making a proper golf swing. This is achieved with a shoe's cleats or spikes. They provide traction to keep a golfer grounded and develop the torque in a swing to drive the ball. Golf shoes should fit snug in the heel and instep but be roomy in the toe box, ECCO recommends. This will help mirror barefoot walking, allowing the toes to spread when the foot hits the ground. Golf shoes should also have ample arch support. Most importantly, golf shoes -- as well as any shoe for athletic endeavors -- should feel great from the time they're taken out of the box. Breaking-in blisters? Not necessary or good for any game. � CTW fEaTuRES 14 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 Take 2 Exercises and Call me in the morning BY BEV BENNETT CTW fEaTuRES rthritis, chronic backaches and similar conditions don't encourage exercise. When it's painful to move, a comfortable bed or plush sofa seems very inviting. However, contrary to a person's inclination, physical activity may be just what is needed. Being active works on the entire body -- from the brain to the joints -- to alleviate pain. People may wonder what the connection is between exercise and pain A relief. Is it the hormones the body releases? The muscle that's building? Improved blood flow? Simply the distraction from pain? It's all the above, according to John Pagliano, a sports podiatrist based in Long Beach, Calif., and a fellow at the American College of Sports Medicine. When you exercise, your body releases endorphins, which block the transmission of pain impulses to the brain, according to Dr. A. Lynn Millar, professor of physical therapy at Winston-Salem State University, N.C. The effect is similar to that of mor- phine -- with important differences. "It doesn't lead to addiction, but it feels good, and it's free," says Pagliano. Exercise also increases blood flow to the joints. The improved circulation may help healing in areas that are subject to pain. Exercise increases blood flow to the muscles and carries away waste products, such as lactic acid, adds Dr. Pagliano. That increased blood flow helps people feel better, he says. Physical activity also may reduce other symptoms of chronic disease that can have an impact on a person's pain level. "People who exercise have decreased inflammatory markers [substances in the body that suggest health risks]," Millar says. And although you're probably not trying out for the NFL anytime soon, you'll want to exercise to maintain or build muscle. If muscles atrophy, the pain may increase, Millar says. � CTW fEaTuRES Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 15 L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 BEfoRE You STaRT You may be concerned that you'll exacerbate pain if you make the wrong moves. If you have pain with injuries or if you have signs and symptoms of a chronic disease, see a physician before starting any exercise program, say sports medicine professionals. You also may seek an expert's advice for exercise for specific conditions. "If you have arthritis or heart disease, it may make you feel more comfortable knowing that someone who understands your limitations is offering exercise suggestions," says Dr. A. Lynn Millar, professor of physical therapy at Winston-Salem State University, N.C. HEARING & BALANCE CENTER ExERCiSES foR paiN RELiEf For those who have been sedentary to avoid hurting, start exercising gradually, say experts. An initial routine doesn't have to be rigorous to be beneficial, Classes in stretching or yoga, for example, may reduce symptoms and improve function in people with chronic low back pain, according to a recent study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Walking is another easy-on-the-body physical activity. "I get patients walking 10 minutes, 3 times a week with a day off inbetween. They increase that by 10 percent a week. It's a gradual increase and very doable," says Dr. John Pagliano, a Long Beach, Calif.based podiatrist who also is a long-distance runner. Once comfortable walking, add resistance exercise to build muscle. Also include routines that keep the body flexible. "Stiffness is a hallmark of arthritis. Do exercises that take you through a range of motions to keep joints from stiffening," says Dr. A. Lynn Millar, professor of physical therapy at Winston-Salem State University in North Carolina. Whichever exercises you choose, make them a daily habit. "There's always a way to get exercise. If you can't run or walk, do water exercise," Pagliano says, cautioning: "Doing this once a week isn't enough." Nampa 489-5950 Meridian 489-5999 Eagle 489-4975 Ontario 541-881-0970 Boise 489-4999 580535-01 www.elkshearingandbalance.org 16 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 a NuTTY WEiGHT-LoSS idEa Eating high-fat nuts could improve the functions of your body BY BEV BENNETT CTW fEaTuRES B eing a health nut is a lifestyle people will want to embrace -- literally. Study after study -- for reducing heart disease risk, improving the body's reaction to stress and better glycemic control in type 2 diabetes -- concludes with the benefits of nuts. Why nuts? "There's a package of nutrients that makes a difference," says Dr. Sheila G. West, associate professor of biobehavioral health and nutritional sciences at Penn State University in University Park, Pa. Different nuts have different nutritional qualities. For example, walnuts are the only nuts with significant omega-3 fatty acids, and the pistachio's distinctive green means the nut contains antioxidants. Nuts also provide much-needed dietary fiber, according to West. In addition to providing nutrients, nuts can replace salty processed meats or red meat high in saturated fat, and that may also be important, according to Lilian Cheung, a registered dietitian and editorial director of The Nutrition Source (www.thenutritionsource.org) at the Harvard School of Public Health. But before you grab a fistful, you need to know how to fit nuts into your diet. Otherwise you could be adding excessive calories without the anticipated health halo. Nuts should substitute less healthful ingredients, nutrition research shows. A recent study from the HSPH called for replacing red meat with nuts, whole grains and low-fat dairy foods. The Harvard experts found that red-meat eaters who switch to nuts for one serving a day reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 21 percent. (However, nuts aren't the only beneficial food you can switch to, according to nutrition experts who advise eating a variety of plant foods. The same HSPH study showed a similar Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 17 L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 risk reduction for adults who exchange whole grains for red meat.) Eating large amounts of nuts isn't necessary. A modest intake of walnuts and walnut oil may blunt your body's response to stress, as West and her Penn State colleagues show in their research. (If your body has an exaggerated biological response to stress, you may be at greater risk for heart disease, according to the Penn State researcher.) Volunteers, with elevated LDL cholesterol, rotated three different diets for six weeks each: one typically American diet, the second with about 18 walnut halves and a tablespoon of walnut oil a day, and the third with the walnut ingredients and flaxseed oil, which also contains omega-3 fatty acids. All three diets were matched for calories, and participants neither gained nor lost weight. After each rotation, volunteers faced stressors: giving a public speech with little preparation and dipping a foot in ice-cold water, followed by blood-pressure readings. Eating walnuts and walnut oil lowered the volunteers' resting blood pressure and blood-pressure responses. Although current studies emphasize walnuts and pistachios, and you might be inclined to stick with those nuts, experts suggest otherwise. "Nuts do have different nutrient profiles. So, it makes sense to choose a variety," Cheung says. The following recipe mixes walnuts and pistachios for a delicious, wholesome entr�e salad. NuTTY SpiNaCH, TuRkEY aNd oRaNGE SaLad 7 cups fresh baby spinach 1 medium navel orange or large tangerine, peeled, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 heaping cup cooked, diced turkey breast 2 scallions, trimmed and chopped 1/4 cup shelled, roasted, salted pistachios 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts 1/4 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon mild-tasting olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon each: curry powder, smoked paprika and pepper Combine spinach, orange, turkey, scallions, pistachios and walnuts in large salad bowl. Combine juice, vinegar, oil, salt, curry powder, paprika and pepper in small bowl. Stir well. Pour over salad just before serving. Toss gently but well. Makes 4 servings. 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But it's possible to be prepared without going overboard. Having key items on hand at all times can benefit N any household hoping to stay on top in the safety department. Here are 10 suggestions for items to keep on stock at all times, just in case. 1. dRiNkiNG WaTER "Drinking water is No. 1," Gluckman says. The amount needed depends on the number of people in the family. "Generally, I'd say you want a gallon of water per day, per person," he says. 2. REadY-To-Go food Cans and other nonperishable food items are obvious selections to keep in stock, but self-heated meals, such as HeaterMeals, also are valuable. In the absence of electricity, HeaterMeals employ a flameless ration heater that can raise the temperature of an 8ounce food pouch at least 100 degrees F, according to the product's website. The meals also are relatively nutri- Sick? 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But a dead cellphone is just as invaluable, so investing in a solar charger is a good idea, according to Gluckman. 4. mEdiCiNE Aspirin, the handy, family-favorite miracle drug, should be in every home and is actually best served in chewable form for emergencies. "Four 81-milligram chewable aspirin is the first line of treatment if a possible heart attack occurs," says Dan Williams, a clinical psychologist at Cherokee Health Systems, Alcoa, Tenn. Williams, developer and co-owner of Survive Outdoors, a website devoted Keeping extra personal prescriptions on hand also could be a lifesaver. "Murphy's Law would say that the day you're going to pick up the resale on your prescription is the day you're going have a problem," Gluckman says. 5. pRESCRipTioN mEdiCiNE It may be old-school, but having a battery-operated radio with basic AM capabilities can keep those trapped in their homes up to date on the goings-on outdoors. "There are plenty of local stations that will be giving warnings for floods and other impending problems," Gluckman says. 9. TopiCaL aNTiBioTiC oiNTmENTS Before dressing a wound, clean it to ward off later side effects, like disease and infection. Having a strong topical antibiotic ointment can do this, but Williams says to be careful. "Twenty to 25 percent of the population is allergic to neomycin," he says, noting the common antibiotic-ointment ingredient. "I would advise an ointment without that ingredient, like bacitracin." 8. WouNd dRESSiNGS 6. SpaCE BLaNkET "Heat loss is a big problem for a trauma patient," says Gluckman, who suggests keeping a space or a thermal blanket to use in a situation when the power is out and a person may be suffering an injury. In the event of an injury, it's always important to have proper and clean materials for dressing wounds. Gluckman and Williams both suggest bandages, wraps and gauze, including a variety of bandage sizes, as wound-size will vary. While detectors may not fit into a ready-to-go kit, they're some of the most important safety tools for a household, according to Gluckman. Be sure to keep them loaded with fresh batteries and subject them to regular tests. They can alert people to immediate dangers even when the power is out. � CTW fEaTuRES 10. WoRkiNG CaRBoN moNoxidE aNd SmokE dETECToRS Silk Touch Medspa offers the latest technology as seen on "The Doctors". 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Yet while doctors recommend adults get about seven and a half hours of sleep per night, a 2011 National Sleep Foundation report said Americans average less than seven hours on weeknights. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to both develop healthy sleep habits and get more out of your sleep. For starters, establish and stick to a good sleep routine. "Routine is very important, as far as being able to go to sleep properly and easily," says Dr. William Kohler, medical director of the Florida Sleep Institute in Spring Hill, Fla. "The routine is very significant." While falling asleep at a reasonable hour obviously is beneficial toward getting a good night's sleep, perhaps even more significant is waking up at the same time every morning -- yes, even on weekends. "Getting up that same time every day is very important to keeping that internal clock," says Dr. Ronald Popper of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in Darien, Ill. That being said, you cannot force yourself to go to sleep. "The cardinal rule is that you don't go to bed at a particular time, you go to bed because you're sleepy," says Popper, Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 21 L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 "The cardinal rule is that you don't go to bed at a particular time, you go to bed because you're sleepy." -- Dr. Ronald Popper, American Academy of Sleep Medicine "not just at 10 or 11 o'clock at night." If you don't fall asleep within 15-20 minutes of getting into bed, he says, "Get out of bed, go into another room, and do something relaxing until you become sleepy." One way to help ensure you are tired when you first get into bed: exercise. "Daily, vigorous exercise really, really helps for people who have any type of (trouble sleeping)," says Dr. Lisa Shives, medical director at Northshore Sleep Medicine in Evanston, Ill. Sleep doctors recommend getting 30 to 60 minutes of cardio approximately 4 to 5 hours before going to bed, as exercise too close to bedtime can lead to an epinephrine buildup that may keep you from getting to sleep. If that does not work into your schedule, lean on the side of working out earlier in the day rather than later. But like so many sleep-related habits, it's ultimately going to be up to your personal preferences. Figuring out when to exercise "...is really easy for a patient to experiment his or her self," says Shives, the sleep expert at sleepbetter.org. "For two weeks, do your exercise early in the morning. If you're actually able to choose when to do it, you can be your own control. See what works best for you." After all that exercise, you're bound to work up an appetite. But keep in mind the choices you make about what you eat and drink could wind up affecting you come bedtime. Some basic foods and drinks to avoid before bed include simple carbohydrates, caffeine, and alcohol -- even if it initially makes you sleepy. "Alcohol can actually help you get to sleep," Kohler says, "but once you metabolize the alcohol it destroys the quality of sleep." Popper put it more bluntly: "Using alcohol to assist in sleep is a really bad idea." If you're looking for a good pre-bed snack, try a high-fat, high-protein food, such as cheese. All right, so you've worked out, you've eaten right -- what else factors into a good night's sleep? Well if you want to be sleep-ready come bedtime, it's important to not go to bed overstimulated. "You need to get the brain so that it will shut off so you can get to sleep," Kohler says. Video games, computer programs and action-packed movies or TV shows are all things to avoid just before bed. In fact, "in the one to two hours before your desired bedtime, you really want to keep light as dim as possible," Shives says. "When you get light at 11 o'clock at night, it's telling your brain it's time to get up and feed the chickens, and can really just turn on the wrong neurotransmitters." In general, the majority of sleep professionals seem to agree it's best to avoid using the bedroom for anything that isn't sleep. "Break the association of the bedroom from wakefulness," Popper says. "So that means no wake-time activities in the bed." In the end, getting the most out of sleep depends on you and your own personal habits and preferences. What type of mattress to buy, how many blankets you use, the temperature at which you keep your bedroom -- it's all a matter of comfort and opinion. Sleep tight! � CTW fEaTuRES 6 BEdRoom fixES foR a BETTER NiGHT'S SLEEp 1 Do your best to keep light in the bedroom to a minimum. Avoid overhead light if you can, and, when reading, use a book light or, better yet, listen to an audiobook. If you don't have a personal preference, try keeping the bedroom cooler rather than warmer -- it mimics the descent in cooling of body temperature we experience when we sleep. "Most people report they feel better with a cool environment," says Dr. Lisa Shives, medical director at Northshore Sleep Medicine in Evanston, Ill. Too much light infiltrating your bedroom? Try blackout shades, which should be available at your local furniture or hardware store, in addition to online retailers. 2 3 4 5 Is your spouse a snorer? A good pair of earplugs makes for a simple, cheap solution. It might take time to adapt to wearing them at night, but it will be worth it in the long run. If external noises are the problem, there are plenty of remedies, including white-noise machines or smartphone apps. Just be sure to find one that works for you. As tempting as it may be to sleep with your favorite furry friends, it's best to keep pets out of the bedroom. "Pets are a very common cause of awakening at night, by jumping on the bed and barking or meowing," says Dr. Ronald Popper of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in Darien, Ill. 6 22 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com L i V i N G H E a LT H Y i S S u E N o . 1 2 0 1 2 Festive Fitness see more photos at idahostatesman.com/PhotoGalleries A record 2,800 runners and walkers joined in the annual christmas run through Boise's north end on dec. 17. the crowd included an impressive array of costumed characters -- santas, reindeer, elves, christmas presents and more. the event, which featured both a 2.5-mile run/walk and a 6.1-mile run, is presented by the treasure Valley ymca. Photos by Katherine Jones/ email@example.com Idahostatesman.com � Idaho statesman sunday, january 1, 2012 � living healthy 23 581218-01 24 living healthy � sunday, january 1, 2012 Idaho statesman � Idahostatesman.com 579746-01


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Prime is a tv show tracking app designed exclusively for your Windows Phone. No more frustration over which tv show will air on what channel and what time. Just hit up Prime and you can browse through all your favourite shows in this beautifully designed, Metro concept inspired app. Mango version of Prime is big, bold and most importantly personal. We listen to your feedback and have made such improvement to Prime that you will love it ever more! It is faster, more compact and stabler than before, let's look at the features shall we? Features: -*NEW LIVE TILE with back flip and background update -*NEW OPTION to pin your favourite show as tile -*NEW show REMINDER system with selectable time -*NEW option to browse ALL SHOWS airing that day -*NEW CALENDAR VIEW -*MORE CUSTOMIZATIONS (group, sort and filter) -*MORE SHORTCUTS to mark episodes, sync and delete shows -*NEW NAVIGATION SYSTEM for browser through episodes -*NEW UPGRADE SYSTEM to upgrade from previous version -*NEW streamlined ORGANIZER to manage your episodes and shows -*Other Mango goodies such as fast app switching, background update and so much more! -Trakt integration (Sync, get trending, recommendations, share thoughts) -Twitter integration -Use gallery image as wallpaper or save to phone -Change default genre for each show -More image goodies for episodes -News feeds integration (general news and show specific) -Browser integration for news reading -tvrage.com database integration, huge collection!! -YouTube trailer preview (beta) -Local time, auto timezone adjustment, or manual -Organize, group, and sort your collection -Follow your favourite tv shows -Detail show and episode information (network, rating, genre, casts, summary, air date and time, youtube trailer, screen capture) -Remove show by tap and holding on main page Trial mode: -Live tile and show reminder are not available to trial users, sorry guys! Follow @renfred or email email@example.com for support
6/25/2015Can't add shows. Crashes.
5/29/2015Was a great app than it stopped working for me
4/21/2015Does not sync with server. Useless. And zero support. Don't waste your money
4/18/2015Worked OK, but a little slow until I reset my phone last month. Now when I try to add a show, it either crashes or says that it can't contact the server.
12/4/2014Non functioning in 8.1. Crashes every few seconds. Connects to trakt but crashes then won't reconnect.
10/10/2014The best serie tracking user experience on WP. It is worth reinstalling sometimes because the serie specific wallpapers and hub tiles are updating only that way, not automatically, but it is not a big problem. This app should be a guideline for other apps.
9/29/2014This used to be a great app. notifications do not work. Switching to Rudys app TVShows
9/21/2014Don't buy, it isn't working in Lumia 820
9/19/2014Was pretty good, but hasn't been working last few dad days.
9/17/2014This would be a five star app for me if it had a back up feature for the customized content.


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Hey how was that for a headline, just trying to be funny,but do actually get along with her great,now that the laywers are done having there fun! She's a good mother and it makes things alot easer with my kids. And no i don't want her back! I have a good job, and am enjoying life. I have a lot of friends and alot of interest's .I understand the importance of family . I have a large family and two kids of my own,and know the importance of kids to a mother. I'm not looking to change anyone's life just someone to share some of mine with ! I love car racing [ notice my online name ] race with some of my best friends, soon my son! Now thats scary! But also have many other interests ,well enough about me ,i'm on here to learn about YOU so lets talk it could be fun!
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Car magazine ,Actually Liberty and Tyranny by Mark Levin .But don't like talking about politics on a date, somestimes not the best topics for dinner conversation. Don' read alot rather be out doing something!
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We might even twist your arm into competing in our first annual hot dog eating contest!
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Monday, May 12th, marked the ninth and final phase of India's general elections, and the results announced in coming hours will likely declare Narendra Modi as India's prime minister. Modi, the candidate of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance, would then lead the world largest democracy—one with a staggering 814.5 million registered voters—but has been denied entry into ours: for almost a decade, the Department of State has banned Modi from entering the United States. Looking back at how this came to be highlights the uneven history of religious freedom as part of American foreign policy.
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The complicated case of Narendra Modi's visaposted by Wei Zhu
In defense of the fragmentposted by Peter van der Veer
Richard Madsen has done me the favor of reading my book carefully and sympathetically. He points out that the complexity of comparative analysis increases immensely when one does away with assuming unified cultural wholes. The kinds of narratives that were built in the past on the assumption of unified wholes have become impossible, and with them the kind of theorizing that characterized comparative analysis. In the view of many scholars, that means an end to comparative analysis. How can one do comparison of shifting, disintegrating social and cultural realities? How can one compare India and China when one respects the fragmentary nature of society?
Modern spiritsposted by Jason Ānanda Josephson
The Modern Spirit of Asia is like a brilliant pencil sketch for an uncompleted oil painting. Something inspiring appears in abstract, but the necessary shading hasn't been done, and any effort at further illumination will necessarily transform what is depicted. The book traces in provocative outline the recent histories of India and China, arguing that neither formulations of modernity were merely derivative or defective imitations of the West, and that the degree of colonial encounter entwined religion and nationalism differently for each. While its larger goals are admirable, it fails to justify them by doing truly original research or rigorous theorizing. I agree with many of Peter van der Veer's conclusions, but I fear that anyone who isn't already singing from the same hymnal isn't going to be converted.
Looking back while hurtling forwardposted by Richard Madsen
At a time when the late twentieth century giants of comparative social science—like S.N. Eisenstadt and Robert Bellah—have recently passed away and when most of the younger generation of social scientists are preoccupied with narrowly focused research questions, it is heartening to see Peter van der Veer reviving the great tradition of comparative inquiry into the cultural origins and consequences of modernity. The Modern Spirit of Asia is an ambitious book that sets a new standard (and a hard standard to meet!) for comparative studies of religion and modernity. The level of erudition is impressive, but unlike the work of most comparative historical sociologists of an earlier era, the knowledge of historical documents is undergirded by an experiential, ethnographic knowledge of the languages and cultures of India and China (as well as extensive knowledge of European languages). Beset by pressures for specialization and for rapid and steady "productivity," younger scholars will find it difficult to reach the level of scholarship displayed in this book.
Ascetic faith in a modern worldposted by Claire Ma
Jainism, a religion from India that emphasizes a disciplined adherence to non-violence, is one of the oldest religions in the world. Modern-day Jains, including those born in the United States, are learning to adapt and reinterpret their faith in a modern world.
"Twin tolerations" today: An interview with Alfred Stepanposted by Joseph Blankholm
Alfred Stepan is Wallace S. Sayre Professor of Government at Columbia University and founder and director of the Center for the Study of Democracy, Toleration, and Religion. He has written extensively on democratic transitions, military regimes, and the relationship between religion and democracy in countries throughout the world. His theory of the "twin tolerations," which argues that healthy democracies require religious leaders to grant authority to elected officials, and that state authorities must not only guarantee freedom of private religious worship but allow democratic participation in civil and political society, has influenced political theorists, heads of state, and grassroots activists.
Religious freedom as crisis claimsposted by Nandini Chatterjee
Adopted in 1950, Article 17 of the Indian Constitution legally abolished untouchability—the ancient Hindu system of social discrimination—forbade its practice in any form, and made the enforcement of any discrimination arising out of this disability a criminal offence. At the same time, the Indian Constitution guaranteed freedom of religious belief and practice under Article 25 and autonomy of religious institutions under Article 26. The discussion of Employment Division v. Smith in Winnifred Sullivan's post and subsequent comments reminded me of the very substantial jurisprudence surrounding Article 26.
The problem of translation: A view from Indiaposted by C.S. Adcock
What is the politics of religious freedom? For the past decade and more, those who would like to see the active promotion of religious freedom at the "core" of foreign policy in the U.S. and now in Canada would have us understand that religious freedom is the foundation of democracy, the basis for political stability and first step to all other freedoms. The mission statement of the Office of International Religious Freedom in the U.S. Department of State links its promotion of religious freedom to human rights and to political "stability" for "all countries." Referring to the establishment of a new Office of Religious Freedom within his government's Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in a statement to the United Nations last year, the Canadian UN Ambassador declared, "History has shown us that where religious freedom is strong, democratic freedom is strong."
Axial axiomsposted by Wendy Doniger
The word "magisterial" in publishers' blurbs usually means little more than "too long," and indeed Religion in Human Evolution is very long, but it is also magisterial in many of the ways that the Oxford English Dictionary suggests: "Of, relating to, designating, or befitting a master, teacher, or other person qualified to speak with authority; masterly, authoritative, commanding." It is certainly all of those, a book full of the wisdom and erudition that comes only when someone quite brilliant has thought about a big subject for many years.
Multiple secularities and their normativity as an empirical subjectposted by Monika Wohlrab-Sahr
It is difficult to come to an agreement when normative issues are concerned. Are the "moderate" forms of European secularisms flexible enough to include the Muslim population as well, as Tariq Modood suggests? Or are they "irretrievably flawed," as Rajeev Bhargava has argued, because they emerged from a context in which Christian confessions dominated and were not set up to include non-Christian minorities? Or should we get rid of the language of secularism altogether and instead refer to liberal-democratic constitutionalism as a meta-language, as Veit Bader has proposed?
Beyond secularisms of all sortsposted by Veit Bader
Is there a crisis of secularism in Western Europe? Is Tariq Modood's "moderate secularism" the solution, or should we go "beyond moderate secularism" and embrace the "alternative conception of secularism," that of "principled distance," proposed by Rajeev Bhargava? In this piece I hope to show that, for the purposes of normative thinking—in the realms of political and legal theory, constitutional law, and jurisprudence in particular—we had better drop the language of secularism altogether and reframe the contested issues in terms of the language of liberal-democratic constitutionalism and its respective principles, rights, and institutional arrangements.
"Traditionalist" Islamic activismposted by Barbara D. Metcalf
At the time of the 9/11 attacks, commentators trying to analyze Afghan support for Al-Qaeda put a great deal of emphasis on the Taliban's sectarian orientation as "Deobandi." Deobandis across South Asia were known for disapproval of what they took to be Sufi or Shia intercessory practices that might compromise monotheism; they also discouraged celebration of ostentatious life-cycle customs. They called for adherence to what they took to be sharia-based individual practices. Deobandis had had a long tradition of influence within Afghanistan. This influence surged with the return of the Taliban leadership, who were, in fact, largely a product of Deobandi schools in Pakistan's frontier region where they were refugees after the Soviet invasion. The problem was that commentators took to formulating a simple syllogism: The Taliban were Deobandis. The Taliban had accommodated Al-Qaeda. Deobandis therefore were "fanatical," "fundamentalist," "anti-Western," and "terrorist."
Religion in the call centerposted by Brandon Vaidyanathan
When I set out to examine the lifestyle changes of employees working night shifts in India's call centers, I was surprised to discover how outsourcing highlights some of the important tensions between new modes of secularity and new religious modernities emerging around the world.
Hinduism, prosperity, and India's rising middle classposted by Grace Yukich
The tendency in recent years of some U.S. evangelical and Pentecostal Christian preachers to celebrate immense wealth, rather than critique it—what is known as the "prosperity gospel"—is not unique to those forms of Christianity or to the United States. According an article by Mary Fitzgerald in The Irish Times, Meera Nanda's new book, The God Market, chronicles a similar movement emerging in India.
Skyping secularism: Religion and multiple modernitiesposted by Thomas Alberts , Ruth Braunstein , David Buckley and Grace Yukich
Since our previous dispatch from the IWM Summer School in Cortona, we have settled back into our real lives in London, New York, and Washington, DC, respectively. But the discussions inspired by the summer school have continued—over email and group chats—and we wanted to share with you one recent exchange that followed from our course on "Religion and Multiple Modernities," taught by Dipesh Chakrabarty, Sudipta Kaviraj, and Charles Taylor. The course drew on examples from European and Indian history that prompted us to think about the relation between modernity (a concept that itself was called into question) and secularism.
"Who is a Jew?"posted by Jake Alter
A controversial bill passed the Israeli Knesset's (Parliament) law committee this week. The Rotem Bill, as it is known (named after its sponsor, David Rotem, a member of the nationalist Yisrael Beiteinu party), would give ultimate control of the conversion process to the ultra-orthodox, Haredi, rabbinate. This bill has caused both concern and indignation in the diasporic Jewish community. See Alana Newhouse's recent op-ed in The New York Times.
"The Lady Twilight"posted by Charles Gelman
Over at Killing the Buddha, William Dalrymple is excerpting his new book, Nine Lives: In Search of the Sacred in Modern India.
Rajmohan Gandhi on faith, reconciliation, and peaceposted by Charles Gelman
In conversation with Katherine Marshall, Rajmohan Gandhi, President of Initiatives of Change International (formerly Moral Rearmament) and the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, discusses his life's work of fostering peace and reconciliation.
"Hegemonic Secularism, Dominant Communalism"posted by Jessica Polebaum
In the January issue of Rethinking Marxism (sub. req.), Saroj Giri explores the underlying assumptions that drive the conceptions of Indian secularism employed by both its critics and its advocates.
The Indian religious marketplaceposted by Nathan Schneider
Hartosh Singh Bal explores why, even as India's religious marketplace has grown more vibrant, the Hindu political party is on the decline.
Is Mumbai's resilience endlessly renewable?posted by Arjun Appadurai
I grew up in Bombay (now Mumbai) in the 1950s and early 1960s. I spoke Tamil with my mother, a combination of English and Tamil with my siblings and my father, and various brands of Gujarati, Marathi and Hindi with friends, domestic helpers, neighbors, bureaucrats and shopkeepers. […]
The death of secular India is greatly exaggeratedposted by Sumit Ganguly
As the citizens of this vast metropolis seek to restore some semblance of normalcy to their lives, it is important to probe the possible reasons for this horrific episode and explore its ramifications for the future of India's plural, democratic and secular state. […]
Preaching to the convertedposted by Saïd Amir Arjomand
Islam and The Secular State: Negotiating the Future of Shari`a is avowedly didactic, aiming to persuade Muslims in public debate that constitutional rule of law, human rights and democratic citizenship in a secular state represent the only form of political regime consistent with Islam in the modern world. Despite lengthy and repetitious exposition of the notions of democratic constitutionalism, "civic reason," citizenship and human rights, An-Na`im fails in his explicit purpose of justifying and legitimizing them in Islamic terms, which appear somewhat incidentally and do not carry the primary charge of justification. In this regard, his preaching can only have an effect on those already converted.
An Islamic case for a secular stateposted by Charles Kurzman
If the state is going to enforce any principle from Islamic sources, according to Abdullahi An-Na'im, then it should implement the principle that the state should not enforce Islamic principles. This is the crux of An-Na'im's new book, Islam and the Secular State: Negotiating the Future of Shari'a. An-Na'im, a renowned Islamic scholar and human rights activist, is a leading member of the generation of Muslim intellectuals that came to prominence in the 1980s as critics of both Islamist revolutionaries and post-colonial dictators. According to An-Na'im, the secular state is not just a good thing on public-policy grounds; it is also justified on Islamic grounds. […]
Islam and authorityposted by John R. Bowen
In his new book, Abdullahi an-Na`im argues that Muslims need a secular state to live their religious lives. Alongside his immensely informative account of modern developments, he makes a sustained argument against state enforcement of Islam along two major lines. First, it makes no religious sense for a state to force Muslims to follow God's will, because Muslims should act from conviction and choice. An-Na`im makes a second argument that is parallel to the first: not only is it futile and religiously counter-productive to enforce Islamic piety, but doing so also distorts and impoverishes religion.


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Emily Welker, Published December 18 2013
Moorhead man pleads guilty in arson fire at former Coach's Sports Pub
Jeffrey Joseph Little, 29, pleaded guilty Wednesday in Clay County District Court to one count of felony second-degree arson. An additional charge of first-degree arson, also a felony, is set to be dismissed at his sentencing.
Little agreed with a Clay County prosecutor that he was extremely intoxicated on the early morning of July 8 after having spent the preceding evening at bars.
He said he recalled starting the fire after lighting a match to see by while he was rummaging around the unused building, then dropping the match.
"It must have stayed lit," he said. "I didn't mean to start no fire, but it happened."
Clay County prosecutor Heidi Davies told the court at the plea hearing that a bystander heard Little say that night after he left the former bar that he set the place on fire.
Davies said restitution for the damage to the bar could be more than $100,000.
Joe Parise, Little's defense attorney, said just because Little accepted responsibility for the arson doesn't mean he should be forced to pay what it would cost to restore Coach's to its condition before it closed in 2005.
Parise said to do so would be a case of "unjust enrichment" at Little's expense.
Coach's closed after the city decided not to renew its liquor license. It had been the location of numerous police calls, including fights.
In 2004, a college student died after consuming at least 15 drinks while celebrating his 21st birthday at the bar.
The bar's value dropped from $356,000 to $92,000 in October 2012.
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2014 Grammy Awards Best Dressed Pictures
Nearly a dozen country stars walked the red carpet at the 2014 Grammys on Sunday (Jan. 26), and most looked their best.
Nearly a dozen country stars walked the red carpet at the 2014 Grammys on Sunday (Jan. 26), and most looked their best.
Randy Travis is alert and smiling, although he may be having mobility issues following the stroke he suffered last summer.
There are selfies ... and then there are selfies like this one!
This song comes from the peak of this singer's career. You can actually see the man who sings this song if you look closely. It's a mid-'00s hit that features a rocker who would soon score a couple country hits of his own. Do you know which music video this picture comes from?
Folks who know me know that I really LIKE Country music! From the days of playing in my first Country bands to becoming a Country radio personality, I've been a serious 'student' of the music, its history, and the people who make it. Certain places, instruments and artifacts connected with Country's rich history are almost "sacred" to me. In the mid-1990's, I worked on the air in Bakersfield, CA at a station owned by the late, great Buck Owens. One of Buck's biggest--and most beloved--hits with his band, The
Fans are finally getting a look at Dierks Bentley's adorable new baby (and first son!), Knox, and it's obvious just from one picture that he's a keeper!
Three members of the Mission Valley Tiger Cub Scouts Pack 422 got a tour of the KIXS 108 studio on Monday, December 30, 2013. Parents and Pack leaders accompanied the Tiger Cubs on the tour, and KIXS 108 Morning Personality Skeeter Nash answered their questions on everything from how his voice gets from the studio to your radio, to why there is carpeting on the walls of the KIXS control room!
Lady Antebellum singer Hillary Scott isn't the only one in her family or band getting ready for the trio's upcoming Downtown Tour. Scott's daughter Eisele Kaye, born in July, is also preparing for her first big road trek.
As 2013 draws to a close, it's obvious that it was a good year for country superstar Keith Urban. He reviews the highs of the year in this photo recap, provided exclusively to Taste of Country.
What's that? You say it's time to wish your BFF, Aunt Phyllis or pet rock a happy birthday? Well, bust out the presents and bring on the cake! Better yet, send her an awesome birthday GIF or video. But don't settle for for the ones every will be sending. Have some fun. Here are some great birthday-themed greetings and video clips to give again and again, no wrapping paper required.
Sure they act tough now, but the yearbook photos of country music's biggest male stars prove they were all little boys at one time. In this video you'll see a smiling Eric Church, Zac Brown without the beanie, Toby Keith in a suit and so much more.
Pets won't just be feasting on scraps of food fallen off the table this Christmas. Freshpet has created a new viral video featuring 13 dogs and one cat eating Christmas dinner with human hands.


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Baseball: Ex-Saint Petrino Still Mulling Pro Career
Posted: June 20, 2014 at 1:30 a.m.
SPRINGDALE -- David Petrino is in a pretty good spot right now in his baseball career.
At A Glance
David Petrino
School: Central Arizona College
High School: Shiloh Christian
Height: 5-11
Weight: 200
Position: Infield
Notable: Led the ACCAC in hitting with a .426 average. … Was named unanimous first team All-ACCAC. … Has signed with Oklahoma State. … Was a 39th round draft pick of the Chicago Cubs. … Led Shiloh Christian to multiple state championships.
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M-Edge Collaborates with Trina Turk on Line of Accessories
M-Edge, a designer of tablet, smartphone, and e-reader accessories, announced the Trina Turk collection for M-Edge. The cases are inspired by Trina Turk's southern California style and feature her signature graphic prints and colorful patterns on M-Edge's bestselling case styles.
The M-Edge Trina Turk collection for iPhone 5 showcases Trina Turk's most recognizable prints on a two-layer protective case. The hard exterior is printed with Trina's colorful patterns, and a soft silicone interior absorbs shock, protects the screen, and adds a contrasting pop of color.
The iPad, iPad Mini, and Kindle Fire HD cases included in the collection combine the stylish functionality common in M-Edge products with Trina Turk's sophisticated aesthetic. The tablet cases offer 360 degree rotation to achieve portrait and landscape stand angles, and the laptop sleeves feature luxe details like premium hardware and interior fabrics. Products in the Trina Turk collection for M-Edge range from $40 to $60 and new designs will be added seasonally to incorporate the most up-to-date colors and trends.
Trina Turk commented, "Tech accessories have become as important as fashion accessories. We are excited to collaborate with M-Edge to design items in our signature prints and patterns to accent today's technology."
M-Edge CEO Patrick Mish says, "We are thrilled to be working with the Trina Turk team to introduce her chic California lifestyle to tech fans. In a time when so many users see their gadgets as extensions of their personal style, the collaboration gives our customers timeless and modern accessories for their favorite devices."
To shop the collection or learn more about the collaboration, customers can visit medgestore.com, Trinaturk.com, or follow M-Edge on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.
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Obama defense pick could come sooner than expected
A big factor in Obama's decision is how much early capital he would have to spend on a confirmation fight. While Kerry has the backing of his longtime Senate colleagues, Rice is facing withering criticism from some Republicans for her initial account of the deadly attack on Americans in Benghazi, Libya, in September.
A contentious confirmation fight could send Rice into the job with weakened support and use up some of the tough votes he may need from allies in the Senate later. Still, Obama has already set a tone that he may choose Rice regardless.
A decision on new leadership for the CIA is not as urgent. That's partly because Acting Director Michael Morell is still dealing with the fallout of David Petraeus' resignation over an extramarital affair and the battles with lawmakers over the events that led to the death of four Americans in Libya.
Morell is highly respected within the administration and seen as a top contender.
Other candidates are the White House's top counterterrorism and homeland security advisor, John Brennan, and the Pentagon's top intelligence official, Undersecretary for Defense Intelligence Michael Vickers, a former CIA officer and Green Beret. Also possible is the former senator Hagel, should he miss out for the top Pentagon job. Hagel co-chairs Obama's intelligence advisory board and held senior positions on the Senate Intelligence and Foreign Relations committees.
A near-term shakeup at the Defense Department would come as the Pentagon faces a flurry of decisions on troop levels in Afghanistan and budgets. The looming end-of-the year spending cuts the White House and Congress are seeking to avert would hit the Pentagon particularly hard.
At Defense, Hagel would give Obama a whiff of bipartisanship, and could be the only Republican in the Cabinet if Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood leaves, as expected.
Flournoy would be the first woman to lead the Defense Department. She served in the Pentagon under Panetta as undersecretary of defense for policy, resigning early this year. She served as a foreign policy adviser to Obama during his re-election campaign.
Carter, who has served as deputy defense secretary for the past year, is a protege of former Defense Secretary William Perry.
Associated Press writers Kimberly Dozier, Lolita C. Baldor and Robert Burns contributed to this report.
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