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South Carolina
AUGUST 2016
WOMAN
Magazine
Fit Over 50
The Facts
on Fiber
Farmer’s
Market
Bounty!
A Woman You
Want To Meet
Brandy Incorvia
www.scwomanmagazine.com
THANKS FOR VOTING FOR ME!
IT IS A GREAT HONOR TO SERVE THIS COMMUNITY
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Magazine
08 Do You Have A Flabby Couch Potato Kitty
10 A Woman You Want To Meet
13 Keep Pets Safe from Summertime Threats
18 The Four Things Women Fear Most in Retirement
19 Increasing Road Safety with Cost-Effective Technology
27 You Don’t Always Need A Lawyer To File A Lawsuit
28 Signs Your Parents May Be Ready For Help
31 Want to Regain Your Health and Vitality?
41 10 Signs It’s Time For A Major Life Change
46 Women: The Salt and Light
HEALTH/BEAUTY
11 Don't Put Up With Hearing Loss Another Day!
12 “I didn’t know I had a Tarsal Tunnel”
14 Fit over 50
16 The Facts on Fiber
20 32 Fun Ways to Burn Calories
23 Weed Out Gardening Injuries
21 6 Simple Ways to Dazzle Without the Hassle
24 Celiac Disease (Celiac Sprue or Gluten Enteropathy)
22 Vocal Cord Dysfunction, The Asthma Imposter
26 Is your mindset keeping you fat?
30 Your Chance
Southh Carolina
AUGUST 2016
WOMAN
Magazine
Fit Over 50
The Facts
on Fiber
Farmer’s
Market
Bounty!
A Woman You
Want To Meet
Brandy Incorvia
40 Renew your skin Radiate with PROTÉGÉ ELITE
44 Don’t Give Up On Your Weight Loss Goal
RECIPES/FOOD
32 Farmer’s Market Bounty!
YOUR HOME
34 Host the Best Summer Social
COLUMNS
33 Smiles Are Forever
Using DNA for Healthy Smiles
36 How to with Halley
Teacher's Pet Flower Pot
38 No Prissy Shoes
This I Know
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42 Style Wise
Back to School Blues: Denim for Every Day of the Week
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Happy (HOT) Summer folks! I am a newbie to South Carolina by way of
Lake Martin in Central Alabama. Having lived on the Lake for the past 5 years,
I have definitely experienced some intense summer heat. However, this July
has been unbelievably HOT. My job requires me to be out and about most of
my day, and every time I’d get in the car a 100+ degrees would pop up on the
dash. Unbelievable!
My puppies are also feeling the heat. Stella, our 13 year old diabetic pug only
ventures out to do her business. The rest of the gang isn’t hanging outside too
much either. By rest of the gang I am referring to the pack of dogs my husband
& I have rescued over the years. We have a passion for animals especially dogs.
Sometimes I think we need to have our heads examined. We love them to
death, but of course they require a lot of attention. Our kids are both grown
and on their own, so what are we thinking…lol.
Regardless of the heat, Cardinal Publishing is busy promoting the South
Carolina Women’s EXPO. We are exhibiting at the Loris Health Fair, Back to
School Bash, Aynor Harvest Hoe-Down, Sothern Women Show to name a few
of our upcoming events. We are so excited about the Women’s EXPO in
November. There will be something for every woman (see ad on Page____).
Although admission is FREE, we are asking for in-kind donations of health &
beauty products to be collected right at the front entrance. These items will be
donated to local women shelters. Please register in advance at www.whoscoming.com/SCWomenEXPO.
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Do You Have A Flabby Couch Potato Kitty
or Is Your Kitty Physically Fit?
By Kim Hurley, Owner
Cat’s Meow Veterinary
No matter how “cute” you may
think they are, a fat cat is not a
happy or healthy cat! Pressure and
stress of extra weight on your cat’s
bones, muscles and internal organs
can actually shorten their life span.
Indoor cats do live substantially
longer and healthier lives than their
outdoor counterparts, but can
become sedentary if you do not
make a conscious effort to keep
them entertained and exercising. Obesity and a sedentary
lifestyle can lead to diseases such as diabetes. Arthritis and
constipation can also be attributed to overweight cats. The
list goes on. Less movement leads to problems for cats just
like humans. In a sense, we all need to “use it or lose it”!
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All animals are built for movement. Our cats are born
athletes! It’s up to us to provide them with opportunities
to exercise and be physically active, keeping their joints
limber and avoiding arthritis as they age.
Regular activity promotes a healthy weight, keeps muscles strong, and will increase their metabolism, heart rate
and circulation promoting organ health such as a strong
heart. Through exercise and weight management, you can
strengthen the immune system, boost liver function, digestive performance and intestinal movements, which in turn
can alleviate constipation.
Mental activity is just as important as physical. Cats
need to keep their minds alert and occupied. Playing
keeps your cat stimulated, keeping them happy and feeling young. Regular exercise can cure boredom that can
lead to undesirable behavior issues as they try to get your
attention. The truth is that cats love to play! It only takes
20 minutes once or twice a day for your kitty to become as
healthy as they can be and to create and strengthen a special bond between the two of you.
OK! First, you must figure out what kind of toys your
cat likes. What seems to interest your kitty? Is your cat a
“birder”, a “mouser” or a “bugger”? Cats will mimic
predatory acts that they would perform hunting for their
own food. They may not need to hunt for their dinner, but
they enjoy the action of hunting. Instincts create a form of
play. Cats love to chase, pounce, capture, carry, bite, roll
around, etc.!
Try several different toys to see which ones your cat
prefers. Each cat is unique. For example, some cats may
like toys that chirp or create bird-like movements. Try the
feathery bird shaped ones that mimics a bird with fluttering movements. I have seen some kitties leap into the air
and practically turn a flip after a flying feather toy!
Others may prefer toys that mimic catching small
rodents, such as toy mice that are furry or squeak. Some
enjoy tossing, biting or carrying their “prey”. Movements
that simulate bug catching are a favorite play type of many
cats. Laser lights or a string with something dangling from
it are fun. Crinkle balls, bouncing balls, and noise makers
will stimulate “attack” mode in some cats. Basically, anything that moves will draw their attention.
Introduce toys one at a time. Use many different sizes,
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shapes and textures. Try fur, feathers,
fabric, leather. Roll them, toss them,
slide them and move them in different
ways and speeds. You will find what
makes your kitty have the most fun
and so will you!
You will also want to get some “cat
furniture” such as short and tall cat
trees, shelves and boxes. The climbing, jumping, hiding and scratching
can give your kitty a great workout.
Make sure they have a window to
perch in. From the smallest ant, to a
squirrel or lizard, to a group of birds,
diverse sights and sounds will keep
them on alert and entertained.
Catnip is in a category all by itself!
The potent smell makes the kitty want
to bathe their entire body in it. As
they eat it and roll around frantically,
it can be entertainment for the whole
household.
Getting another kitty as a playmate
can sometimes be the answer. Nothing
brings a lazy cat off the couch faster
than a rambunctious young kitten! Be
sure to ask Cat’s Meow Veterinary
how to properly introduce a new
addition to the family.
Whether you buy fancy toys or an
elaborate cat gymnasium or simply create your own obstacle course and a toy
from the milk jug ring, your kitties will
appreciate your commitment to their
health and well being. You may just
find that you and your kitties are
experiencing a more joyful life together.
Kim Hurley, Owner of
Cat’s Meow Veterinary,
4720 Hwy. 17 Bypass Unit B
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
843-839-1999.
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A Woman You Want To Meet
Brandy Incorvia
Administrator of Educational Programs at Santee Cooper
If you live in South Carolina and you
have heard about Women in Technology
or FIRST LEGO League, you have probably also heard about a woman named
Brandy Incorvia.
Brandy Incorvia is the Administrator
of Educational Programs at Santee
Cooper, which means that her department organizes for all educational outreach for Santee Cooper from K-5 to
12th grade. However her eight short
years of being involved on the Grand
Strand have turned into so much more
than just her day job!
Brandy is one of the founders of the
Grand Strand Technology Council’s
Women in Tech initiative. Women in
Tech (also known as WiT) is a group of
over 100 women on the Grand Strand
that have technology related careers
and desire to connect with more professional women. “The initiative began as
a result of a conversation between a few
women and men around a conference
table about women struggling to
advance in their careers,” shared
Brandy, “It did not take long for us to
realize that the real battle to be fought
was actually at a much younger age.”
As studies and stories started to reveal,
girls typically stop wanting to be singled out as “smart” at around 3rd
grade. This is when they abandon the
STEM subjects (science, technology,
engineering, and math)! Women in Tech
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evolved into a group of professional
women on a mission to stay connected
to other technically skilled women, and
committed to advancing girls in STEM
through mentorship and education programs that show it is cool to be a STEM
leader!
In addition to her work with WiT, she
is also the volunteer coordinator for
South Carolina FIRST LEGO League
and Robotics Education. Santee Cooper
promotes robotics education in their
outreach programs because these robotics programs enhance both the “soft”
and “hard” skills in the rising workforce. Not only does a student need to
learn how to program and automate a
robot, but they also have to be great at
teamwork! When Brandy learned that
her daughter’s school did not have a
FIRST LEGO League team, she became
a driving force for the school to start a
team. Pretty soon her daughter was on
the brand new team, and had decided
that it WAS indeed cool to be smart!
Brandy soon fell in love with the program and was starting another team,
The New Kids on the Bot (NKOTB). The
NKOTB received a special bid to attend
the FIRST LEGO League World Festival
Competition in 2016 as a result of their
Lego foundation grant, and they won
the judges award! When asked about
the experience of coaching a World recognized team, Brandy responded, “I am
not a programmer or an engineer. These
children are actually more proficient
than me when it comes to those skills. It
is because they truly understand that
they don’t have to be afraid of engineer-
ing, technology, or problem solving;
they don’t see limits that we do as
adults.”
If you want to know some incredible
women like Brandy who volunteer their
time with robotics, STEM education,
and mentoring – make sure to check out
the next Women in Tech event on
August 25th at 11am at 2999 Waccamaw
Blvd in Myrtle Beach. Visit gstechcouncil.org/calendar to register for the
event, and say hi to Brandy while you
are there!
If you would like to know more about
FIRST LEGO League, send Brandy an
email at [email protected].
Don’t Put Up With
Hearing Loss Another Day!
Jennifer Reed & Kayla Bracey,
Owner Hearing by Design
While your hearing loss
may seem insignificant now,
it’s impacting more than you
think. Hearing loss affects
all aspects of your life.
Your Family: From frustration at repeating things
over and over, to sadness at
seeing you isolate yourself
from the people and activities you love, your family suffers the consequences of your hearing loss also.
Your Safety: A car horn. An ambulance
siren. The fire alarm. Hearing loss can cause
you to miss important signals that alert you
to danger — and put you and those you care
about at risk.
Your Happiness: What things aren’t you
doing, enjoying or experiencing because you
can’t hear to your full potential? Hearing loss
isn’t just a nuisance — it’s a quality of life
issue.
Your Work: If you’re
missing important information on phone calls or in
meetings, you may be missing opportunities to grow
and increase your value to
employers.
Most people tend to wait
an average of 5 to 7 years
between first experiencing
symptoms and seeking help.
Over time, reduced stimulation to your
ears and brain can actually impair the brain’s
ability to process sound and recognize
speech. The more speech recognition deteriorates, the more difficult it is to recover. When
you can’t hear what’s going on around you,
your mental sharpness suffers.
The sooner you take action, the sooner
you put a stop to the negative effects of hearing loss, and the sooner you begin to regain
sharpness, confidence and control.
Here are a few signs and symptoms of hearing loss:
• Asking others to repeat themselves
• Having trouble hearing women’s and
children’s voices
• Having trouble hearing on the telephone
• Feeling more irritable or depressed
• Avoiding social situations that were once
enjoyable
• Having dif?culty following a fast-moving
conversation
• Missing important information in meetings
• Being told by others that you have hearing loss
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If you or a loved one feel like you may be
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August 2016
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“I didn’t know
I had a Tarsal
Tunnel”
By Richard A. Owens, PT, MS, OCS, Cert.SMT
I get this response frequently from my patients.
Almost everyone is familiar
with their carpal tunnel as
it seems either they or
someone in their family suffers from or has had
surgery to correct that all
too familiar condition that
has exploded directly proportional to the use of computers and the transition to
a “paperless” society. Tarsal
tunnel is it’s long lost relative, affecting the feet in a
similar fashion, causing numbness, burning, and shooting
pain along the inside and bottom of the foot.
The tarsal tunnel refers to the canal formed between the
medial malleolus (bump on the inside of the ankle) and
the flexor retinaculum (a ligamentous band that stretches
across the inside of the foot). The nerves, arteries, and tendons that provide movement and flexibility to the foot
course through this tunnel.
The tibial nerve travels through this tunnel and provides sensation to the bottom of the foot. When tibial
nerve is compressed, the resulting condition is called tarsal
tunnel syndrome or posterior tibial neuralgia.
Strain or compression on the tibial nerve caused by
injury, disease, or due to the natural shaping of the foot
can lead to tarsal tunnel symptoms. Acute injury such as
swelling caused by an ankle sprain, or chronic/repetitive
issues such as having flat feet or fallen arches can lead to
compression over time. Diseases such as arthritis, diabetes,
or even lymphedema, which can cause swelling, can result
in nerve compression.
Although symptoms may suggest tarsal tunnel syndrome, proper diagnosis may indicate specialized testing
such as EMG or nerve conduction study, and/or imaging
such as X-rays, CT, or MRI scans to confirm. Proper diagnosis is necessary to determine the severity of the condition, so the appropriate treatment plan, including both surgical and nonsurgical options, may be considered.
Possible treatment options may include physical therapy
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to help decrease inflammation using anti-inflammatory
modalities such as phonophoresis or iontophoresis, in
which an anti-inflammatory medication is delivered into
the nerves in the tarsal tunnel. This may help to relieve
pressure and swelling. Orthosis (e.g., braces, taping,
splints, orthotic devices) may be recommended to reduce
pressure on the foot and limit movement that could cause
compression on the nerve. Depending on the mechanical
nature or cause of the issue, manipulation, soft tissue
mobilization, stretching or strengthening activities may be
prescribed to assist with improving biomechanics to limit
excessive loading with daily activities.
If the condition is severe, your doctor may give you a
steroid injections or may suggest surgical options if
deemed appropriate or if conservative measures have been
unsuccessful. Tarsal tunnel release procedures are common
and provide significant relief in some cases. Your health
care providers will be there to discuss your diagnosis and
treatment so that you can make an informed decision on
the direction of your treatment.
At Professional Rehabilitation Services we pride ourselves in distinction and are continuously in pursuit of
specialty training to provide our patients with a higher
level of care. One of our Board Certified Orthopedic
Physical Therapists will pursue an individualized treatment approach to your needs. Less than 5% of physical
therapists in South Carolina are board certified in orthopedics. If you or someone you know lives with a similar
problem and would like to know more, then you can contact Richard A. Owens, PT, MS, OCS, Cert.SMT (Surfside
Beach) (843) 831-0163, Richard DeFalco, DPT, OCS, CSCS,
CWcHP (Myrtle Beach) (843) 839-1300, Brian P. Kinmartin
PT, DPT, MTC, STC, OCS, (Pawleys Island) (843) 235-0200,
or Kristen Lies PT, DPT (Murrells Inlet) (843)314-3224 for a
free 15 minute consultation to determine whether physical
therapy is an option for you. You can also visit our website
www.prsrehabservices.com where you can learn more
about the company and even print a referral for your
physician to fill out.
Keep Pets
Safe from
Summertime
Threats
Just as humans are exposed to certain
risks when temperatures rise, hot weather
creates the potential for both emergency
threats and everyday dangers that can affect
pets.
From weather-related emergencies to
fleas and ticks that can threaten even the
healthiest animals, special care during the
summer months is essential to making sure
your pets stay safe.
The makers of Adams™ Flea & Tick
Control have teamed up with Code 3
Associates, a national non-profit that rescues animals during disasters, and their
spokesperson, Tony Stewart, to offer these
tips to help pet owners steer clear of trouble
this summer:
• Never leave a pet in the car, even with
the window cracked. In fact, every year
hundreds of pets die from heat exhaustion
because they are left in parked cars.
Especially during the summer, pet owners
should be mindful that temperatures inside a
car can increase almost 20 degrees in just 10
minutes.
• Protect against flea and tick infestations.
The summer heat triggers flea and tick outbreaks and products like Adams™ Flea &
Tick sprays and shampoos help keep pets
free from fleas and ticks – and as an added
benefit, from 4/1/2016 through 9/30/2016,
for each bottle of Adams™ shampoo and
Adams™ spray sold by US retailers $1, up
to $150,000, will be donated to Code 3
Associates to help animals in need during
times of disaster.
• Provide plenty of water and shade to
help protect pets from overheating.
• Save outdoor play time for mornings or
evenings when it’s cooler.
• Make a pet disaster kit including water
and food for seven days, water and food
bowls, leashes and ID collars, a first aid kit,
medications, medical records, familiar toys,
muzzle, cleaning supplies and a contact
card.
• If living in a disaster prone area, designate a family member to be in charge of
your pets. Formulate a buddy system with a
neighbor or friend who can check and care
for your pets if you are out of the area and
cannot return.
• Keep current frontal and profile photographs of each of your animals. If an animal has an identifying mark, take a photograph and keep it with you. Use this as positive ID if you need to reclaim a pet who is
separated from the family during an emergency.
Learn more about summer pet safety at
adamspetcare.com
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For many, the time we hit our mid-forties to mid-fifties
can come with a sense that we need to make a healthy
lifestyle change. Spending a career hard charging ahead
coupled raising a family puts most behind the proverbial
8 Ball when it comes to putting our health first. It happens
to the best of us, sometimes “life” just gets in the way and
the next thing you know you getting winded just walking
up a flight of stairs.
When things begin to slow down (such as the kids are
gone or retirement is fast approaching) the time for selfreflection begins. It could be triggered a trip to the doctor,
stepping on a scale, or just waking up to the fact that your
body is changing. Whatever the cause, there are some fundamental things to remember as you being your journey.
First and foremost, you need a purpose and goal.
Remember the acronym for making goals SMART? It is
important to make all of your goals Specific, Measurable,
Attainable, Realistic and Time bound. Yes, take the good
things you learned in the workforce and apply them to
your fitness goals.
Second, put a plan in place to get you moving forward.
Give it some thought, make sure that it gives you a sense
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of excitement and the motivation needs to sustain yourself
during your journey. It has to be something that you will
have fun doing.
What did you love doing when you were younger?
Riding a bike, swimming, hiking? What have been longing to do? Hot Yoga, Running a 5K? Working it all into
your plan. The important thing is to mix it up. Don’t rely
on any one activity. Cross Training your body is one of the
best ways to avoid the injuring caused by repetitive
motion. This become more important as we pass the 50
mark. Overworking the same muscles all the time can be a
prescription for injury.
It is important to have good mix of strength and flexibility exercises worked into your plan. As we age, it is
very important to make sure that you keep your muscles
and joints limber to avoid injury. We need take more time
to get loosened up and also to recover than when we had
to were in our twenties.
Third is to find a group of like minded people that will
help to hold you accountable and keep you motivated. For
example, sure it is fun to ride a bike by yourself, but riding with a group is not only a great social time but also
will help to inspire you. Learning from others and seeing
the obstacles that they overcame on their journey is better
than any book you can read.
Forth and equally important is to make better eating
choices. No you don’t have to take a radical approach
here (caveat…unless your doctor flat out tells you to). Just
start making smarter choices. Still love those burger and
fries? Have at it, just make it a reward for sticking to your
plan for a week and not a daily fast food lunch routine.
There is no secret sauce for magic elixir that will
change things overnight. Do not buy into the quick fix
mentality when it comes to getting in shape. It will take
patience and determination. But you are worth it, right? If
you are just beginning and have not already seen a doctor,
make it priority number one to get a health check-up. You
need to have to understand your starting point and any
limitation you may have as you begin (it will probably
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The
Facts
on
Fiber
Submitted by
Little River Medical Center
Ever wonder how fiber helps your body stay healthy?
Fiber is essentially composed of plant material that cannot be digested in the body. There are two types of fiber –
soluble and insoluble. Insoluble fiber helps the movement
of food through the digestive tract. Soluble fiber dissolves
in water and is especially helpful for lowering low-density
lipoproteins, also referred to as “bad” cholesterol.
When it comes to getting enough fiber in our diets,
most of us are not even close to meeting the recommended intakes of 20-35 grams a day for healthy adults, however it is easier than you think to eat the recommended daily
intake. This sample menu gives you 37 grams of fiber
from tasty, familiar foods:
Breakfast: One serving of whole-grain bran flake cereal
(5 grams of fiber), topped with half a sliced banana (1.5
grams of fiber) and skim milk
Morning snack: 24 almonds (3.3 grams of fiber) mixed
with a quarter cup of raisins (1.5 grams of fiber)
Lunch: Turkey sandwich made with 2 slices of whole
wheat bread, plus lettuce, and tomato (5 grams of fiber
total), and an orange (3.1 grams of fiber)
Afternoon snack: Yogurt topped with half a cup of
blueberries (2 grams of fiber)
Dinner: Grilled fish served alongside a salad made with
romaine lettuce and shredded carrots (2.6 grams of fiber),
16
plus half a cup of cooked spinach (2.1
grams of fiber), and half a cup of
lentils (7.5 grams of fiber)
After-dinner treat: 3 cups popped
popcorn (3.5 grams of fiber)
Although these goals are important
to your health, making a sudden
increase in your fiber consumption or
not drinking enough fluids can cause
digestive problems such as constipation. To prevent constipation, increase
the fiber in your diet slowly and stay
hydrated.
A high fiber diets benefits our
health in many ways. According to
the American Institute for Cancer
Research, non-starchy vegetables and
fruits may protect against cancers of
the mouth, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, colon, rectum and stomach.
Plant foods rich in dietary fiber can
also help protect us against other
chronic diseases.
Some soluble fibers help lower
blood sugar, may aid in insulin sensitivity and help lower blood cholesterol. For people with diabetes, highfiber snacks and meals can help keep
blood glucose levels in check and
reduce feelings of hunger. Because
they feel fuller longer, people can
maintain a healthy fiber intake and
are better able to minimize overeating
and manage weight. Studies have
shown that a high fiber diet may also
reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Bowel disorders such as inflammatory bowel disorder, diverticulitis
and colon polyps are associated with
diets low in fiber.
Soluble food is found in beans,
apples, oats, berries, and bananas.
Insoluble fiber is prevalent in nuts,
wheat ingredients, flaxseed, and the
skins of fruits and vegetables. Check
the nutritional labels on foods you eat
to determine the fiber content.
When adding fiber to your diet it is
best to start slow. Focus on eating five
servings of fruits and vegetables
daily, and drink plenty of water.
Leave the skins on apples and add
beans to salads, casseroles and soups.
Choose whole-grain breads and cereals over items with bleached flour.
Sprinkle flaxseed or nuts on salads
and yogurt. Eating enough fiber is
easy if you include whole grains,
fruits and vegetables. Your overall
health will thank you.
Guidelines in this article are not intended
as medical advice.
At LRMC, preventative care is our
focus. Primary care for infants to older
adults is available at every site. Dental
services are available at our Little River
and Carolina Forest locations. LRMC
patients have access to behavioral health
at all locations and pharmacy services at
Little River and Carolina Forest. Several
other sites are conveniently located
throughout Horry County and provide
affordable, quality care. We accept
Medicare, Medicaid and most private
insurances. Ask us about our sliding fee
program.
To learn more about Little River Medical
Center, visit www.lrmcenter.com or call
843.663.8090. To schedule a medical or
dental appointment, please dial
843.663.8000 and press 1 for a
scheduling representative.
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Retirement and retirement planning is a huge overbearing fear for a lot of women. That
fear ranges from stay at home moms to head of household mother and has no mercy in
stressing women out. The worst part about these fears is that generally they are frequently
asked questions that no one takes the time to go over. In this article I will discuss four
things that I feel women fear most when retiring.
1. Will I be left not knowing?
Majority of women are assuming that they will outlive their partner, and not only by a
year or two but by at least a decade. With that comes the stress of handling the finances and
a majority of women say that they had no input in their current financial relationship so if
they’re ever alone it’s sometimes hard for women to continue something they may know
nothing about. With this being said we at Northstar encourage women to get more involved
with their current financial affairs and know what’s going on as much as they can.
2. The Confusing world of social security.
Most of the women we have spoken to believe that they need to take retirement as early
as age 62 and are unaware of the benefits of waiting until a full retirement age. One of the
things that I try to do is have a serious, ongoing discussion about what it takes for women
to maximize their social security and not outlive their money.
3. Fear of outliving savings and investments.
With today’s advancements in medicine and treatment people are living a lot longer than
before and that leads women to think that they will outlive their retirement and investments.
The best way to insure this is to look deep into retirement safety plans such as annuities and
other things that will protect your savings and help you generate income.
4. Not being confident about investment decisions.
For women cash is generally the more comfortable investment. Many women, regardless
of age maintain greater than 50% of their retirement assets in cash investments like money
market accounts, opposed to doing the investments themselves.
Your financial security is dependent on your attitudes and beliefs about money and your
willingness to take your financial future into your own hands. We can help you overcome
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Increasing Road Safety
with Cost-Effective
Technology
Driving conditions have drastically changed in recent years, and
thanks to the rise of cell phones and smart devices there are more
distracted drivers on the road than ever before. In fact, the
National Safety Council reports that 1.6 million crashes each year
are a direct result of cell phone use while driving.
So what steps can you take now to prevent your family from
becoming another accident statistic?
Forward collision warning and lane departure warning technology can be the difference between an average commute and a
tragedy on the highway. The systems use radar technology to
detect if you get too close to an obstacle or another vehicle, which
signals the system to sound an alarm – providing up to five full
seconds of extra reaction time. That may not seem like much, but
imagine how far you can go in five seconds when speeding down
the freeway at 60 mph.
This technology isn’t just available in new luxury cars. You can
get it installed aftermarket in your current vehicle at a fraction of
the cost.
Safe Drive Systems is leading the charge in helping drivers protect themselves and their families on the road by providing affordable forward collision and lane departure technology that can be
outfitted into almost any car.
Here are just a few ways that collision avoidance systems can
save you money in the short- and long-term while keeping you
safe:
Don’t wait for mandatory collision-avoidance technology.
Government and consumer advocacy groups are attempting to
make forward collision warning technology mandatory in all new
cars by 2022. However, you don’t need to wait to protect your
family – the technology is available now. This potentially life-saving upgrade is available to all consumers, and getting it installed in
your vehicle can provide you and your family a safer driving experience years before the auto dealers will begin manufacturing the
technology in standard models – at a higher price point.
Upgrade your safety features without buying a new car.
Most manufacturers and dealerships won’t add collision avoidance
technology to a car that’s already been purchased. However, you
don’t have to buy an expensive car to be safer on the road. Drivers
need to be aware of cost-effective aftermarket solutions that can be
installed in almost any automobile. This technology can add up to
$4,000 to the price of a new car from the manufacturer, but consumers can install it in their current vehicle for half that cost. And
with some aftermarket vendors offering interest-free financing,
making it even more affordable, there is no need to wait for the
government mandate or purchase a brand new vehicle.
Reduce accidents and prevent hikes on insurance premiums.
When drivers get into a car accident, they can often expect to pay
thousands in insurance surcharges and fees over time on top of
repair costs. Avoid these costs by relying on technology that
assures a reduction in accidents. Some collision-avoidance vendors
are even willing to pay up to 50 percent of your insurance
deductible if an accident should occur.
You’re not just surrounded by other drivers when you’re on the
road, you’re surrounded by text messages, tweets and apps too.
With 80 percent of today’s car accidents caused by driver inattention, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, there’s no reason for waiting to take necessary and
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32 Fun Ways to
Burn Calories
Find out just how many calories you burn
doing your favorite activities
Weight of person and calories burned
Activity (1-hour Duration)
Exercise doesn’t have to feel like a
160 pounds
200 pounds
240 pounds
Cardio, high impact
533
664
796
Cardio, low impact
365
455
545
Aerobics, water
402
501
600
Backpacking
511
637
763
Basketball game
584
728
872
Bicycling, < 10 mph, leisurely pace
292
364
436
Bowling
219
273
327
chore — there are a variety of fun
Canoeing
256
319
382
things to do that are also calorie
Dancing, ballroom
219
273
327
scorchers. This chart offers a range of
Football, touch or flag
584
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872
activity ideas, including the estimat-
Golfing, carrying clubs
314
391
469
ed number of calories burned while
Hiking
438
546
654
doing them for one hour. Specific
Ice skating
511
637
763
calorie expenditures vary depending
Jumping rope
861
1,074
1,286
on the exercise, intensity level and
Racquetball
511
637
763
individual. If you weigh less than
Resistance (weight) training
365
455
545
160 pounds, your calories burned
Rollerblading
548
683
818
would be somewhat less than shown,
Rowing, stationary
438
546
654
and if you weigh more than 240
Running, 5 mph
606
755
905
pounds, calories burned would be
Running, 8 mph
861
1,074
1,286
somewhat more. Use these stats to
Skiing, cross-country
496
619
741
motivate you to get moving!
Skiing, downhill
314
391
469
Skiing, water
438
546
654
2011 compendium of physical activi-
Softball or baseball
365
455
545
ties: A second update of codes and
Stair treadmill
657
819
981
MET values. Medicine & Science in
Swimming, laps
423
528
632
Sports & Exercise. 2011;43:1575.
Tae kwon do
752
937
1,123
Tai chi
219
273
327
educational purposes only, and is
Tennis, singles
584
728
872
not to be used for medical advice,
Volleyball
292
364
436
Walking, 2 mph
204
255
305
Adapted from: Ainsworth BE, et al.
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shine serum and a stylish hair tie for a sleek
pony or some dry shampoo to boost limp
roots.
Lips: Pale lips are another obvious – but
easy to correct – indication that you
skimped on your morning routine. Even if
your makeup is low-key, apply a nude lipstick that enhances your natural look or a
gloss with a hint of color for a pretty shine.
Face: Keep skin looking fresh and radiant by moisturizing regularly. Using a tinted
formula can hydrate and provide coverage at
the same time, helping get you out the door
faster.
Body: Avoid last minute indecision by
laying out your clothes the night before. Be
sure to iron, steam or lint-roll first then hang
the outfit outside your closet so you can easily throw it on in the morning. It helps to set
out shoes and accessories, too, since picking
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When a long day at the office turns into a
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day. Keep your morning hassle-free with
these time-trimming tips.
Eyes: When your schedule is dragging
down your energy, your eyes may be the
first to show it, especially if you’re prone to
bags or circles. You can skip the effort of a
full-blown makeup application, but concealer is one thing you don’t want to overlook.
Cover up the tell-tale signs of tiredness then
swipe on a light shadow to brighten your
eyes. Polish the look with a coat of mascara
to add definition.
Teeth: A white, brilliant smile lights up
your entire look. Keep your teeth sparkling
with a convenient and affordable whitening
tool such as the Colgate Optic White
Toothbrush + Whitening Pen, which whitens
teeth five shades in three weeks and begins
working in one day. The whitening pen
stores easily inside the toothbrush, taking
the hassle out of whitening.
Hair: When it comes to hair, your best
bet is planning ahead. Stock your bathroom
with the right tools to rock an unwashed
look without appearing sloppy. Depending
on your hair type, this may be as simple as
South Carolina
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The Ultimate Girl’s Day Out!
Saturday, November 19, 2016
At the Barefoot Conference Center at Barefoot Resort
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Hearing By Design
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Jessica Gatz- Nutritionist
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Massage Therapist – Steven Sorenson
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Nutritionist, Jessica Gertz
Palmetto Wine Tastings
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Schedule of Events
Doors open at 9 am
• 9:30 am - 10:30 am Session A Seminars
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• 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Session C Seminars
• Exhibits Open All Day
One of Twelve scheduled Seminars:
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Vocal Cord Dysfunction,
The Asthma Imposter
By Mark Schecker, M.D.
Coastal Carolina Allergy and Asthma Associates
There are situations where
individuals may experience the
typical signs and symptoms of
Asthma but their predicament is
due to another condition called
Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD).
In VCD, also known as
Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion
(PFVM) the vocal cords located
in the voice box at the top of the
windpipe (trachea), do not open
normally upon breathing in and close uncontrollably. Both
VCD and Asthma share many features like difficulty
breathing. However in VCD the breathing difficulty is due
to the tightening of the vocal cord muscles, not due to the
tightening of the muscles in the bronchial tubes. In VCD,
unlike asthma, the immune system and allergies are not
involved. Some individuals may actually have both conditions, causing additional confusion.
Other symptoms of VCD include: wheezing, coughing,
throat tightness, throat clearing, hoarseness, and changes
in voice quality. Often those afflicted with VCD/PVFM like
those with Asthma experience Gastroesophageal reflux,
postnasal drip, and a chronic cough. Triggers of episodes
may be similar as well such as colds or viral infections,
changes in temperature or humidity, exercise, breathing in
respiratory irritants like pollutants and cigarette smoke,
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singing, laughing, and heightened emotions with increased
stress and anxiety. Although both men and women of any
age can be affected, this tends to be more common in
younger females. Attacks can occur suddenly and progress
rapidly which can result in a trip to the Emergency Room.
During attacks many people notice difficulty speaking and
more trouble with breathing in rather than breathing out,
that is more typical of Asthma. Lung function studies can
be normal or not and sufferers may not be responsive to
customary asthma treatment.
Diagnosing VCD/PVFM can be difficult. The medical
history consisting of information provided by the person is
paramount in providing clues that will raise suspicions.
Laryngoscopy, which is the direct visualization of the vocal
cords with a fiber optic scope, is the most definitive diagnostic tool. This procedure usually done by an ENT physician must be done during an active attack to confirm the
diagnosis and that may not always be practical. A breathing test known as spirometry that measures airflow during
breathing may also assist in the diagnosis but also may not
be accurate or helpful if not done during an acute episode.
The treatment of VCD is vastly different than that of
asthma and best handled by a speech-language pathologist; who can impart education, speech therapy and
breathing exercises in order to reclaim control. This process
aids in identifying and recognizing triggering factors providing an individual with behavioral techniques that can
allow them to prevent episodes and to eliminate them too.
VCD sufferers can be successfully taught to offset abnormal vocal cord movements. Because stress and anxiety are
so often aligned with this condition, it is essential that the
afflicted party get help in dealing with these emotional
issues through counseling and if necessary psychotherapy.
Additionally, if asthma coexists with VCD it is crucial that
it is also controlled.
With appropriate therapy VCD can be effectively taken
care of, freeing those affected from any resultant lifestyle
restrictions.
Dr. Schecker, a Board Certified Allergist, is the founder of
Coastal Carolina Allergy & Asthma Associates. He is a Certified
Take Shape For Life Health Coach, a COPE Certified Health
Coach, the co-founder of the Myrtle Beach Marathon and the
founder of Camp Airwaves (a camp for children with asthma).
Dr. Schecker has been recognized as the “Allergist of the Year”
by the Myrtle Beach Herald (2005-2016).
Weed Out
Gardening
Injuries
Gardening has many health benefits, but
you need to ensure that you’re not putting
undue strain on your body.
Bayer Advanced lawn and garden expert
Lance Walheim, author of “Lawn Care for
Dummies,” knows a thing or two about the
aches that can come with spending hours
doing what you love in your garden. By
using these tips, along with latest ergonomically-designed gardening tools, you can take
care of your lawn – and your body.
Bend at the knees. Bending while weeding, planting or lifting can cause pain in
your lower back, hamstrings or knees. If you
must bend, do so with your knees and position yourself squarely facing the object –
close enough that you are not also reaching.
Watch your spine. Stooping while hoe-
ing, raking or shoveling puts strain on your
spine. Instead, let your feet and hips do the
work or use ergonomically shaped tools.
Tools with thicker handles can also help
decrease hand fatigue.
Don’t over-reach. Stretching for high
branches or for that hard-to-reach spot can
put strain on your ankles, neck and shoulders. Tools with grab and go handles make it
easier to lean into hard-to-reach areas, helping to reduce the twisting and bending that
strains joints. Also, drench products, which
are applied to the base of the plant, can help
avoid the need to reach.
Get a grip. Grasping a trigger for long
periods of time can fatigue the wrist, hand
and fingers. Instead, use ergonomically
shaped tools, such as the Ergo-Grip technology available on Bayer Advanced products,
like DuraZone and Bayer Advanced Home
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For more information, visit
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission, 400,000 people are hurt
in their gardens each year by lawn or garden
tools, and thousands more are hurt from
bending, stooping, reaching and grasping.
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August 2016
23
Celiac Disease
(Celiac Sprue or Gluten Enteropathy)
By Kathleen Raynor, M.D.
This condition is frequently
encountered in our office and
a topic of considerable
research and attention as
more and more Americans are
being diagnosed.
What is Celiac Disease?
Celiac Sprue is a condition
(inherited and autoimmune)
that damages the lining of the
small intestine and prevents it
from absorbing parts of food
that are important for staying
healthy. The damage is due to a reaction to eating gluten,
which is found in wheat, barley, rye, and possibly oats. It
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can appear at any time in a person’s life, from childhood
into late adulthood. The symptoms can be triggered for
the first time after surgery, viral infection, severe emotional stress, or pregnancy.
Who has Celiac Disease?
This is a very prevalent condition, with 1 out of every
133 Americans (about 3 million people) known to have the
disease. People who have a family member with celiac
disease are at greater risk for developing the disease.
Among people who have a first-degree relative diagnosed
with Celiac, as many as 1 in 22 people may have the disease.
People with certain autoimmune conditions, like
rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, thyroid disease and Type I
diabetes, are more likely to have Celiac disease. The disorder is most common in Caucasians and persons of
European ancestry. Women are affected more often than
men.
What symptoms are common?
• Abdominal cramping and foul smelling gas
• Distention and bloating of the stomach
• Diarrhea (steatorrhea – fatty stools)
• Anemia
• Unexplained weight loss
• Osteoporosis
• Easy bruising
How is Celiac Disease Diagnosed?
Specific antibody blood tests are often the initial step in
screening for celiac. A person being evaluated for celiac
disease must be following a daily diet that contains gluten
for at least 4 weeks in order for test results to be accurate (
a gluten free diet will lead to false negative results).
Ultimately, a positive small bowel biopsy is required to
confirm the diagnosis and assess the degree of damage to
the villi in the intestinal lining. Antibody test results can
only suggest the presence of Celiac Disease but cannot
confirm it. The biopsies of the small bowel are obtained
endoscopically by a gastroenterologist. We use a scope
(long tube with a camera, light source and biopsy port) to
travel from your mouth into your small intestine. The
patient is asleep during the procedure.
Treatment/Management of Celiac Disease?
Celiac Disease is a chronic disorder. The only treatment is the lifelong adherence to the gluten-free diet.
When gluten is removed from the diet, the small intestine will start to heal and overall health improves.
Medication is not normally required.
Adapting to the gluten-free diet requires significant
lifestyle changes. It is essential to read labels, and to
learn how to identify ingredients that may contain hidden gluten.
There are great resources available online, for more
information please check with the Celiac Disease
Foundation or Celiac Sprue Association.
If you have any concerns or believe you may be suffering with Celiac Disease, contact our office for an
appointment with one of our physicians, Dr. Gary
Vukov, Dr. Timothy Cornnell, FASGE, AGAF, Dr.
Andrew Pearson, Dr. Kathleen Raynor at, Cardiology
Gastroenterology Associates,
945 82nd Parkway, Suite 3,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572,
Telephone 843-449-3381.
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Is your mindset keeping you fat?
Here’s how a new attitude can help
you think yourself thin.
By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic
Feature Reviewed by Star Sade
Submitted by Metabolic Medical Center
There’s no
getting
around the
need to
exercise
and eat
healthier
however,
long-term
weight loss
starts in
your head. Experts say that having the
right attitude can help you think yourself thin.
If you want to succeed at weight
loss, you need to “cut the mental fat,
and that will lead to cutting the waistline fat,” says Pamela Peeke, MD,
author of Fit to Live. “Look at the patterns and habits in your life that you
are dragging around with you that get
in the way of success.”
Everyone has his or her own excuses.
When trying to improve their lifestyle
and diet, most people do fine until
something happens — whether it’s
work pressure, family issues, or something else. Whatever your personal
issue, the pattern needs to change if
you want to be successful.
Think Thin: 6 Strategies
Get that overweight mentality out of
your head and start thinking like a thin
person with these six strategies:
Picture Yourself Thin.
If you want to be thin, picture yourself thin. Visualize your future self, six
months to a year down the road, and
think of how good you’ll look and feel
without the extra pounds. Dig up old
photographs of your thinner self and
put them in a place as a reminder of
what you are working toward. Ask
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yourself what you did back then that
you could incorporate into your
lifestyle today. And, advises Peeke,
think about activities you would like to
do but can’t because of your weight.
“To break old habits, you need to see
yourself in a positive light,” Peeke says.
Set Small Goals.
Make a list of smaller goals that will
help you achieve your weight loss
goals. These mini-goals should be
things that will improve your lifestyle
without wreaking havoc in your life,
such as:
• Eating more vegetables every day.
• Drinking more water everyday.
• Getting some kind of physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day.
• Drinking alcohol only on the weekends.,
• Ordering a side salad instead of
french fries.
• Being able to walk up a flight of stairs
without gasping for breath..
Get Support.
We all need support, especially during the tough times. Find a friend, family member or support group you can
connect with on a regular basis. Studies
show people who are connected with
others, whether it’s in person or online,
do better than dieters who try to go it
alone.
Create a Detailed Action Plan.
Sass suggests that each night, you
plan your healthy meals and fitness for
the next day. Planning ahead is 80% of
the battle. If you’re equipped with a
detailed plan, results will follow.
“Schedule your fitness like you
would an appointment,” says Cynthia
Sass, MS, RD, a spokeswoman for the
American Dietetic Association.
Make your health a priority by building such steps into your life, and ultimately these healthy behaviors will
become a routine part of your life.
Reward Yourself.
Give yourself a pat on the back with
a trip to the movies, a manicure, or
whatever will help you feel good about
your accomplishments (other than food
rewards).
“Reward yourself after you have met
one of your mini-goals or lost 5 pounds
or a few inches around your waist, so
you recognize your hard work and celebrate the steps you are taking to be
healthier,” Peeke says.
Ditch Old Habits.
Old habits die hard, but you can’t
continue to do things the way you used
to if you want to succeed at weight
loss.
“Slowly but surely, try to identify
where you are engaging in behaviors
that lead to weight gain and turn them
around with little steps that you can
easily handle without feeling
deprived,” says Sass.
For example, if you are an evening
couch potato, start by changing your
snack from a bag of cookies or chips to
a piece of fruit. The next night, try having just a calorie-free drink. Eventually,
you can start doing exercises while you
watch television.
Another way to get started ditching
your bad habits: Get rid of the tempting, empty-calorie foods in your
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You Don’t Always Need A Lawyer
To File A Lawsuit
By Regina B. Ward
Attorney and Counselor at Law
Law Firm of Regina B. Ward, LLC
Not every issue requires you to
hire a lawyer. There are several ways
you can help yourself without a
lawyer. Having said that, I have to
add a caveat that it is best to first
have a consultation with a lawyer
prior to making a final decision to
proceed on your own.
When a person represents himself
they are called a pro se litigant or party. There are rules for
pro se individuals which are derived directly from the rules
for attorneys. All pro se parties are required to know the
rules of court and abide by them. Additionally, pro se parties are required to know the law as though they are an
attorney themselves. This may seem intimidating but there
is a remedy for that, it is called the Magistrate’s Court.
The Magistrate’s Court, also known as The People’s
Court or Small Claims Court, is designed so that individuals do not have to follow the strict formalities of a larger
claim cases. This does not mean you are not required to be
respectful of the court or that you are relieved from knowing the laws and the rules of procedure. The Magistrate
Court Judges are aware that non-lawyers need a little
guidance. Please beware that the Magistrate Court Judge
CANNOT give you legal advice and that is up to you to
get from a lawyer prior to going to court. The court personnel can help you by providing forms and instruction on
filing civil suits but other than that you are expected to
understand the law and how it applies to your case.
So what kind of cases can you file with the Magistrate
Court? You can file all civil (non-criminal) lawsuits with
the court if you have personal and/or property damages
that do not exceed $7,500. If the amount of money you
believe is due to you exceeds $7,500 then you will need to
file your lawsuit with the Circuit Court. Some examples of
suits that can be filed pro se in Magistrate Court include
suits for money owed, return of property, landlord/tenant
issues such as eviction and landlord failure to refund
deposits, employer’s failure to pay wages, claim and delivery, breach of contract, and mechanic’s liens.
In order to start the lawsuit process you will have to file
a Complaint. The Magistrate Court can provide a form and
instructions for completing and filing the complaint. The
staff will provide you will instructions on how to serve the
lawsuit on the Defendant. For additional information
about and a guide to the Magistrate Court you can go to:
http://www.scbar.org/public/files/docs/magctgd.pdf
and
http://www.judicial.state.sc.us/selfhelp/FAQMagistrate.pdf
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Signs Your Parents May
Be Ready For Help
By Kim Fowler,
Owner, ParentCare Coaching
One of our most difficult challenges
as our parents’ age is determining
when they may need help. It doesn’t
seem as though it should be that hard
to figure out, but parents are great at
hiding things. They tell you what
they think you want to hear, because
they don’t want to burden or worry
you.
A while back when I lived 8 hours
away from my father, he had to stay
in the hospital for a few days. He had
been driving down the road and had a blackout. He wrecked
his car into a tree. I only found this out when he let it slip—
two years later! He said he didn’t want me to worry. He
used to joke that the tree jumped out in front of him. I didn’t
know he had a blackout or that he was even in the hospital.
Parents can be secretive about events and health issues.
That is why we have to pay very close attention to details.
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There are many signs that can alert you that it may be time
to get help. Be sure to monitor over time, because noticing
one of the signs may not mean anything unless you see a
downward trend. For instance, your mother may not keep
her kitchen as clean as you keep yours, so observe over time
to see if the state of the kitchen gets worse.
General Surroundings
Some of the indicators to look for around the house might be
an overgrown yard, unusual odors or carpet stains. Look at
the condition of the house. Is it in need of repairs? Is there a
lot of clutter? Does the furniture look clean, or are there
spills that
haven’t been
cleaned up?
Your loved
ones may not
be able to take
care of the
house and
yard as well
as they once
did. Maybe
it’s time to get
a maid,
handyman or
landscaper
scheduled. Keep tabs on the condition of the house. If there
seem to be more unexplained spills, stains and bangs on the
walls, it may be time for a bigger conversation. You may
want to hire an organizer to help with the clutter. Many
organizers specialize in helping seniors. They are trained to
know the special needs for seniors to live in healthy surroundings.
Kitchen
Investigate the pantry and refrigerator closely. Is there
plenty of food around? Make note of the expiration dates.
Does the kitchen smell of garbage? Look in the trashcan. Are
there lots of boxes from take-out or processed foods? Are
there signs of burnt countertops or curtains?
Depending on the answers to these questions, you might
need to hire someone to come in and cook for your parents
once a day. Maybe family members could take turns to keep
them company and monitor the conditions to look for
changes.
Mail and Deliveries
Look at the mail in the mailbox. Is it overflowing? This
could be a sign that your parents aren’t checking the mail.
Are there unpaid bill notices or an unusually large number
of letters from charitable organizations?
Are there still newspapers outside in
the bushes or around the house? It
could be that they can’t see the papers
that aren’t in plain view. Are there
piles of newspapers that haven’t been
read?
There may be a financial concern
when charitable organizations are sending mail to your parents. When I
checked my father’s mail, the box was
packed with letters from charitable
organizations. My father had donated
to 117 different charities over a threemonth period. He was very confused
and overwhelmed. He thought they
were bills. I collected all the incoming
mail for the next six months and put
“return to sender” on each envelope.
The problem with some of these charities is that they also call. My father got
to the point where he was afraid to
answer his phone. I asked him to pick
three to five of his favorite charities,
and he continued to donate only to
those selected.
Of course, if you notice a lot of
unpaid bills or notices, it may be time
for someone to help your parents with
their finances.
Bathrooms
Check out the bathrooms. How do
they smell? Are the sinks or floors cluttered, and are things where they
belong? Are there any strange odors? Is
the medicine in the medicine cabinet
current or expired? Check the medications regularly to see if they are being
taken. Do you see any signs of blood
anywhere? Are there any first aid supplies out on the counters?
Physical and Mental Condition
How is your parents’ physical
appearance? Do they have any bruises,
cuts or skin tears? Have they gained or
lost weight recently? Do they seem
alert or confused? Are they sleeping
more than usual? Do they look like
they are taking care of their hygiene on
a regular basis? Are they communicating normally or repeating the same stories? How is their memory? Are they
visiting with friends and doing activities that they have always enjoyed? Do
they seem depressed?
Make sure you communicate regularly with their close friends and neighbors. They will usually be the first to
notice any changes. If I had checked
more often with my father’s friends,
then maybe I would have known he
had blacked out and had been hospitalized.
If you see some of these indicators,
ask your parents’ permission to go with
them to their doctor. Let the doctor
know your concerns.
Remember — you are looking for
changes. If your parents have always
stacked their newspapers around the
house, then don’t consider that a sign
of anything needing attention.
Kim has a support group for those
who are caring for their parents or
spouses. It meets on the third Tuesday
every month at 5:30pm at 1012 16th
Avenue NW in Surfside Beach, SC.
Contact Kim at 202-294-1080 or email
her at [email protected] for
more information.
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ready to make big changes in their lives.
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Your Chance
By Diane DeVaughn Stokes
Each month I enjoy interviewing folks for this column on
Curalase Laser Therapy for pain.
They are always so excited to
brag about their success, and
they are thrilled to finally be out
of pain. Who wouldn’t enjoy
writing about that! But this
month I did not go far to get the
story. This time it’s about my
husband Chuck.
Two months ago, Chuck started to have a pulling sensation in
his heel. He blamed it on yard
work. However, the pain kept
getting worse until one morning he got out of bed and
could not walk. Like all wives, I started to nag him about
going to get help. I knew CuraLase could relieve his pain,
and he knew that CuraLase worked, having been there once
before himself. It’s just hard to get men to realize they are
not invincible, but after using crutches a day or two, he was
eager to get an appointment at CuraLase. Besides we were
three weeks away from vacation, and Chuck didn’t want to
mess around any longer and not enjoy his time off.
A lot of folks would have rushed to a general doctor, but
for us CuraLase is always first choice when we are in pain.
After all, the FDA cleared them to treat pain. And we know
it works. We don’t care that they do not take insurance.
Here’s why. Our insurance deductible is $1500; that means
we have to spend $1500 before insurance kicks in, and then
it only pays 80% of the bill, with us paying 20%. If Chuck
had rushed to a general doctor or podiatrist, they might
have given him a shot of cortisone costing over $1500, and
that just masks the pain, whereas CuraLase heals the pain.
After CuraLase treatments for Achilles Tendonitis, Chuck’s
pain was gone, and we were soon on our way for some
scuba diving in Anguilla.
So don’t let the fact that insurance does not pay deter you
from seeking treatment. Most people will tell you when the
pain gets bad enough, you will sell your house to be pain
free. And most people who are treated at CuraLase have
already spent thousands of dollars elsewhere trying to get
out of pain. Some of the conditions CuraLase Laser Therapy
is well known for treating are back and knee pain,
migraines, sciatica, fibromyalgia, plantar faciitis, neuropathy, carpal tunnel, shoulder and rotator cuff issues and others.
Call them today for your free consultation. You do not
need a doctor’s referral. You just need to know that thousands have already been helped with this amazing laser,
and you could be next.
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You most likely know this by now,
but it’s worth repeating: Being active
is an important part of any weightloss or weight-maintenance program.
When you’re active, your body uses
more energy — thus burning more
calories. And when you burn more
calories than you consume, you lose
weight.
Because 3,500 calories equals about
1 pound (0.45 kilogram) of fat, you
need to burn 3,500 calories more than
you take in to lose 1 pound. So if you
cut 500 calories from your diet each
day, you’d lose about 1 pound a week
(500 calories x 7 days = 3,500 calories).
Because of changes that occur in the
body over time, however, calories may
need to be decreased further to continue weight loss.
While diet has a stronger effect on
weight loss than exercise does, physical activity has a stronger effect in preventing weight gain and maintaining
weight loss.
For most healthy adults, the
Department of Health and Human
Services recommends these exercise
guidelines:
• Aerobic activity. Get at least 150
minutes a week of moderate aerobic
activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity. However, to effectively lose or maintain weight, some
people may need up to 300 minutes a
week of moderate physical activity.
You also can do a combination of
moderate and vigorous activity. The
guidelines suggest that you spread
out this exercise during the course of a
week, and sessions of activity should
be at least 10 minutes in duration.
• Strength training. Do strengthtraining exercises at least twice a
week. No specific amount of time for
each strength-training session is
included in the Department of Health
and Human Services guidelines, but
many suggest that two to three
strength-training sessions a week for
20 to 30 minutes are enough for most
people.
• Moderate aerobic exercise includes
such activities as brisk walking, swimming and mowing the lawn. Vigorous
aerobic exercise includes such activities as running and aerobic dancing.
Strength training can include use of
weight machines or performing activities such as rock climbing or heavy
gardening.
• As a general goal, aim for at least
30 minutes of physical activity every
day. Check this chart to find out the
estimated number of calories burned
while doing various exercises for one
hour. Specific calorie expenditures
vary widely depending on the exercise, intensity level and your individual situation.
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Farmer’s Market Bounty!
Simple Summer Cookin’!
Fresh Peach Salad
4 fresh ripe peaches
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tbsp. local honey
1/2 cup sour cream
Baby lettuces
Wash peaches, peel, cut into slices
after removed pits
In bowl, lightly toss peaches with
celery, walnuts and honey. Chill 1-2
hours. Just before serving, fold in sour
cream. Serve on baby greens.
Tomato Tart
3 homegrown tomatoes, thinly sliced
3/4 tsp. salt, divided
1 pkg. (17 oz.) frozen puff pastry
sheets, thawed
1 12 oz. pkg. finely shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tsp. each Italian seasoning and garlic
powder
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place
tomatoes on paper towels and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. salt. Let stand 30
minutes. Pat dry with clean paper
towels. Place 1 pastry sheet onto
ungreased baking sheet. Cut strips to
make border on pastry sheet. Reserve
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remaining pastry for another use.
Bake puff pastry for 10-14 minutes
until lightly browned. Sprinkle pastry
with mozzarella cheese, seasonings
and tomatoes. Sprinkle with
Parmesan and drizzle with olive oil.
Bake another 14 minutes. Serve immediately.
Fresh Corn &
Smoked Gouda
Cakes
2 1/2 cups fresh corn, cut off cob
(about 5-6 ears)
3 large eggs
3/4 cup milk
3 tbsp. melted butter
3/4 cup each flour and yellow cornmeal
8 oz. Smoked Gouda cheese, finely
shredded
1 tsp. dried chives (or 2 tbsp. fresh
chives)
1 tsp. each salt and seasoned pepper
Place corn, eggs, milk and butter in
bowl of food processor and process
until just chopped. Combine corn
mixture with remaining ingredients.
Spoon batter onto griddle (sprayed
with cooking spray), and cook 3-4
minutes until golden. Turn and cook
other side 3 minutes. Do not flatten
while cooking.
Summer Squash &
Tomato Frittata
2 tbsp. butter
2 Vidalia onions, thinly sliced
2 lg. garlic cloves, minced
2 ripe homegrown tomatoes, seeded
and chopped, plus thin slices for garnish
1 small yellow summer squash, cut
into thin slices
1/4 cup finely shredded fresh basil
1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1 tsp. salt
8 large eggs, beaten
Preheat oven to 350°. In a nonstick
10” (ovenproof) skillet, melt butter
over medium heat. Add onions and
garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally,
for about 10 minutes until light golden. Add tomatoes, squash, basil and
salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes,
until squash is soft. Add eggs to vegetables in skillet and stir to blend.
Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes
until sets around edges. Place skillet in
oven for 10 minutes until set. Using a
spatula, loosen frittata from skillet and
slide onto plate. Garnish with thin
tomato slices and cut into wedges to
serve.
Using DNA for
Healthy Smiles
By Jeffrey W. Horowitz, DMD, FAGD
One of the most significant advances in dental medicine, a simple DNA test, can now determine the specific type and quantity of diseasecausing bacteria in your mouth! These bacteria,
if left untreated, can cause periodontal disease,
tooth loss, and also affect your risk for developing other systemic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, inflammatory diseases and diabetes (among others).
This exciting new test is for anyone with
symptoms of gingivitis or periodontal disease.
These symptoms include: bleeding gums, bad breath, red or inflamed
gums or loss of bone around your teeth. Other indications for this test
would be prior to extensive dental procedures and in some cases, surgical clearance (such as heart surgery, transplants or joint replacements).
This gentle oral sampling procedure is performed by swishing a
small amount of sterile saline throughout the mouth and can be done in
about 30 seconds. The sample is then sent to OralDNA Labs, Inc.
(www.OralDNA.com) for processing.
The lab report that we get back will identify the bacteria associated
with the gum infection and allow us to develop a far more powerful and
effective treatment plan. Through this state-of-the-art technology, we
are now able treat the cause of the infection and not just the symptoms.
The goal of this individualized therapy is to reduce your overall bacterial risk for disease progression. As with most diseases, earlier treatment
and targeted treatment can help stop periodontal disease before irreversible damage occurs. For some, it is the only way aggressive forms
of gum disease can be accurately diagnosed and treated.
In addition to this bacterial DNA test, a genetic susceptibility test
from the human DNA found in the saliva will tell the dentist if your
genetic makeup puts you at greater risk for developing gum tissue
infections (due to an exaggerated immune response). This will further
enable your dentist to optimize your therapy and recare program. As a
third option, your dentist can now genetically test for HPV (Human
Papilloma Virus) infections from saliva, which can put patients at higher risk for oral cancer.
If you think that you or a loved one is in need of any of these tests,
please call your dentist for more information. This simple test could
dramatically change your ability to treat and prevent oral disease.
Dr Horowitz is a 1991 graduate of The Medical University of South
Carolina, College of Dental Medicine and completed a General practice residency at the Mountainside Hospital In Montclair, N.J. He is a
Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry as well as a member of the
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Orthodontic
Society, and The American Dental Association. He is the owner and
dentist at the Carolina Center for Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry
at 1515 9th Ave., Conway, S.C.
He can be contacted at (843) 248-3843 or via the Web at
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Host the Best
Summer Social
Utilize your outdoor living space to
host the best summer social
By Ted Cligrow
The days are getting longer and
the weather is hot. It is the time of
year when friends meet and mingle,
grills are fired up and the ice in our
drinks melts faster than we would
like. Don’t you want to be the one to
have your friends over for one of
those memorable evenings that people talk about weeks later? Use
some of these tips to create an outdoor living space that perfect for
your summer social.
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of itself. Now, to provide the right amount of lighting so
your guests will enjoy the ambience of fun and relaxation.
Paper lanterns are a wonderful way to provide a warm
and colorful light. They can easily be strung up from your
pergola to provide a beautiful glow overhead. If you don’t
have a pergola in your outdoor area, consider adding one!
These structures are amazing in the coastal climate.
Pergolas offer a slatted roof system to provide shade from
the sun during the day and a beautiful overhead setting at
night. You get the enjoyment of the breezes, smells and
feel of the outdoors
with the attractive
addition of a pergola.
Comfortable seating in
a comfortable space
When having several
people over, it is
important to provide
adequate seating for
everyone. Small conversation areas are a
great way to make the
space more useable. A
conversation area is
nothing more than a
couple of chairs for people to sit and converse. Placing
two or three chairs, facing one another, in each corner of
your sunroom. Provide a small table or even stump to use
as a table. The sunroom will provide a safe haven for the
people that want to stay in the cool and comfort of the
indoors while still appreciating and watching the excitement of the outdoors. Sunrooms are normally the most
popular room of any home allowing nature and comfort
to meet.
A menu for all
A summer social wouldn’t be complete without an
impeccable menu.
There are dozens of fad
diets and eating restrictions and absolutely no
way to know who does
what. To overcome
these objections, offer a
wide variety of snacks
rather than limiting
your guests to one full
meal of a few choices.
Be sure to include
savory and sweet
treats. Organic offerings
such as raw fruit and
veggies will thrill the
dieters and treats such
as cupcakes and macaroons will fill the
sweet-tooth. As for the grill, have a
selection of kabobs and meats available. Pork, chicken, beef and fish are a
good start. Offer the meats in smaller
than normal portions so that the
guests can have a choice or try multiple choices. Be sure to keep the food
stations inside your patio enclosure or
lanai. The best menu is easily ruined
by the pesky flies, gnats and mosquitoes. Patio enclosures are by far the
best way to protect your outdoor living area. They are an all screen enclosure that keeps debris and pests out,
while the outdoors and fun stay in.
Cocktails, please!
With the sun setting and the enjoyment on the rise, make sure you have
an array of beverages available. Waters,
teas, sodas, juices, beers and cocktails
are a suitable variety. Often, is appropriate to invite your guests to bring a
beverage of their choice to share with
the group. You will be delighted at the
selection which will be available when
doing so. Here is a summer recipe to
try at your next social.
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2 liters of Ginger Ale (chilled)
12 oz container of pineapple-orange
juice concentrate (thawed)
1 cup of mango nectar
2 cups of Southern Comfort (For
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HOW TO WITH HALLEY
Teacher’s Pet
Flower Pot
By Halley May Castleberry
It’s hard to believe August is here and the kids will be
back to school before we know it! Nothing says “happy
school year” to your child’s new teacher like a homemade
gift from the heart. They’ll be sure to get an A+ in the
thoughtfulness department with this project. Plus, this
flower pot will bring some more sunshine to their new
classroom. Skip the apple this year, you’ll spend $10 making this!
Here’s what you’ll need:
Flower pot
Chalkboard spray paint
Sharpie marker
Yellow paint
Flowers of your choice
Paintbrush or sponge
Chalk
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1. Paint your flower pot with the chalkboard spray
paint. Allow it to dry completely.
2. Using your sponge or paintbrush, paint the top rim of
your flower pot yellow.
3. Once the yellow paint is completely dry, use a sharpie
marker to write your numbers around the top to mimic a
ruler.
4. Use your chalk to write, “Thank you for helping me
grow” on the flower pot.
5. Then, add your flowers to the pot.
Feel free to connect with me on Facebook,
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HalleyMay, or visit HalleyMay.com to let me know how
well your gift goes over! I would love to hear from you.
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A decade passes before you know
it. Yes, any given day may seem
never ending, but snap your fingers
and the years have flown. Ten years
ago this month, precisely on August
22nd , my oldest son’s seventeenth
birthday, I had a routine mammogram. The next day I was told that
an appointment had already been
scheduled for me with a surgeon. I
never asked, but I figured out much
later that I had stage three breast cancer. In very short order
that kind of realization will change your focus, wipe away
your illusions and remind you of the reality that each of
your days are numbered.
Fast forward to a few weeks ago. I had a very thought
provoking conversation with one of my sons. It would have
been a meaningful discussion with anyone, but with one of
my own, it was priceless. He initiated it by telling me just
how struck he had been by a podcast he had recently
heard. The speaker had said that he regularly poses one
question to others. He sets this stage for them: Imagine
yourself at the end of your life, peacefully surrounded by
your loved ones.
Every accolade and
accomplishment of
your life erased. All
you have left are the
three greatest truths
that you believe.
Then he asks, “What
are these three things
that you know to be
true when all else
proves false?” What
is that mortar of your
life that has held its
strength time and
time again? When all
else flies away, what
do you cling to and
cherish?
My son then asked
me what I would say.
I had to give fairly quick answers, but as I pondered them
for this article, they haven’t changed significantly. I knew
these truths ten years ago when I began battling cancer, and
I know them even more fully now. They affect the way I
live and they give meaning to my life. First, I believe that
God’s love for me and His nearness to me are far greater
than I imagine. I’ve learned that my feelings about God
can get skewed. I no longer listen to their rantings. Just
because I can’t sense His presence at any given moment
doesn’t mean He is gone. It is merely a reflection of my
own human frailty. My this-world limitations. Usually
when I don’t feel close to God, I have done one of two
things. I have either been running too hard, totally ignoring Him in my daily scurrying and worrying, or I have
been clutching something or someone too closely, refusing
to relinquish my idol-of-sorts to Him. I move away from
Him, not the other way around. He waits for me right
where I left Him.
Secondly, I know that God’s plans for me are good
regardless of the way circumstances may seem. It’s about
time I finally understood perspective – how small mine is
and how pervasive His is. I realize that I am bound by this
very moment. God’s frame of reference is eternity. What
seems like a horrible situation right now may very well
bring much good long term. My cancer diagnosis seemed
pretty hard to swallow ten years ago. But a decade down
the road and I can see so many blessings from it. As I chatted with my daughter about this, she said something quite
profound. “Who wouldn’t be speechless, momma, when
they hear they have cancer! But through it, God gave you
your voice.” She was right. I fully realized my joy in
encouraging others after I learned by experience that particular comfort which I could share with those about to
walk the difficult cancer path. I began writing books and
this monthly article after my cancer treatments were finished. The joy of being able to pass along “a word in season to one who is weary” (Isaiah 50:4) has far surpassed
the pain and heartache of that journey.
My third truth is this: Your greatest joys in life are times
spent with those you love and time invested in giving to
others. Those of us who are mothers have the sobering
responsibility and infinite joy of raising other human
beings who understand and embody the values we have
taught them. The mission field absolutely begins at home.
But then it moves out. The happiest people I know are
masters at blessing others. Pouring out their lives. Using
the gifts they have been given to make another person’s
life easier, happier or more meaningful. They step outside
of themselves and in doing so, find their own lives
enriched and fuller.
So, now I’m asking you this question: What three truths
do you hold tightly? What are your priorities in life? It’s a
simple question but it has deep implications. Your “I
Know This” affirmations affect everything you do - how
you spend your time, spend your money, relate to others
and relate to God. They form the bedrock of your life and
give you stability when all around you seems to be crumbling. I highly encourage you to take ten minutes and
think about what matters most to you, where you find
your strength and what gives you the most joy. It really
does matter.
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Has your appearance been
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the signs of aging, we now have
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can sometime be just as daunting. When it comes to tackling the signs of aging, you have to look at the problems
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10 Signs It’s Time For
A Major Life Change
By Shannon Kaiser
Photo Credit: Shutterstock.com
While there are plenty of happy changes
we seek in life — new relationships, a
makeover, a car — for most of us, change
represents uncertainty. With uncertainty
comes insecurity and worry.
The truth is that change isn’t always a
joyful, happy time, but rather a time to act
like things are unfolding perfectly. That’s
what it seems to be for a lot of us: that
stuff you have to plaster a smile over and pretend to embrace, even
when your heart is drowning.
Most of us want change as much as we are afraid of it. We say
things like, I’m so unhappy in my marriage, but I’m afraid of being
alone. I’m sick of working in corporate, but I have no idea what
else I would do. I can’t stand where I live, but my home is paid off.
When we resist change, it’s because we’re still holding on to
what the universe is asking us to release. Whether it’s planned or
unplanned change, we are being asked to re-examine or life and
consider what direction really matters most.
Change is part of life. And whether you like it or not, it’s going to
take place with or without your approval. It could be something pintsize (your favorite ice cream joint shut down), or gigantic (death,
divorce, or disability). The universe has a natural way of balancing
things out.
Based on my own experience and that of hundreds of clients,
change is much more enjoyable if you make a change instead of
waiting for the universe to do it for you.
Here are 10 signs it is time for a life change.
1. When you romanticize the past to escape the present.
Ask yourself why you’re afraid to look at the present, and take
steps to create a more positive situation.
2. When you resist unexpected opportunities out of fear of the
unknown or what others will say.
Instead of holding onto what isn’t working, be open to letting go
so you can make room for what will work.
3. When you feel numb.
When we feel numb to life, it’s because we’ve lost passion and
motivation. Ask yourself if you’re just going through the motions.
Try doing more of what you love each day and watch your inspiration come back.
4. When you’ve lost all passion for your current situation.
Be willing to let go of what no longer serves you. Some situawww.scwomanmagazine.com
tions, places, hobbies and people have expiration dates. As you
grow and change, so do your passions.
5. When you start to lie to yourself and others to avoid the
truth.
Lying creates inner turmoil, shame and guilt. Instead of festering
in these feelings, ask yourself what you’re running from and are
afraid to admit.
6. When your actions don’t align with your words.
Actions will always speak louder than words. If you aren’t doing
what you say, ask why you’re overpromising.
7. When your relationships feel superficial.
Sometimes breaking up with a best friend or romantic partner is
the best thing for your personal well-being.
8. When you feel disenchanted with life.
Staying in situations that no longer serve you always produce a
byproduct of discomfort. Give yourself permission to follow your
heart and step into your future.
9. When you sense you are settling.
Repeat the mantra, “I do not settle. I am worthy of my desires and
believe in my well-being.”
10. When your mind drifts to better ways of being.
Trust the nudges coming to you. These inspirational pushes are
the catalyst to propel you into a happier and healthy life.
Shannon Kaiser has been labeled a modern thought leader on the rise
by CafeTruth. She is the bestselling author of “Find Your Happy, an
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Style-Wise
Back to School Blues: Denim for
Every Day of the Week
with Jada Bynum
The month of August marks the final
days of summer. For students, teachers,
and mothers, it also means the start of
the 2016-2017 school year. New classes
mean new books, new supplies, and
new clothes. Looking back, we can all
remember the quintessential wardrobe
must-have for hitting the hallways was
always the latest and greatest “it”
designer jeans. Denim has come a long
way since those days and now serves as
a versatile fashion phenomenon for adults whether dressing
up or hanging out. As you prepare to take on tax-free weekend shopping, here are the latest looks.
3) Double Dip
Left: New Look (Top), Levi’s (Bottom)
Right: J. Crew (Top), Dorothy Perkins
(Belt), Pepe Jeans (Bottom)
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Don’t be afraid to double up
on denim, but be careful to do
it in manageable doses. Once a
major no-no, denim from
head-to-toe can be a monochromatic masterpiece.
Purposefully pick different
shades to extenuate and flatter
your figure, using light to
draw the eye and emphasize,
but dark to complement and
disguise.
4) Skirt the Trend
1) The Straight and Narrow
Straight leg and skinny jeans are
still the top dog in denim cuts this
fall; however, a barely-there bootleg
at the bottom is an incoming curve.
A little flare goes a long way in creating a long leg line and adding a
little interest to draw attention to
chic shoes.
Denim skirts in any
shape or shade will
serve you well this
season. A feminine
takeoff from the
traditional can be
just as comfy and
casual while still
looking pulled
together for the
office or a date. As
you search for your perfect skirt, keep in mind the length
and cut most appropriate for your lifestyle.
2) Catch the Cuffs
5) It’s All in the Details
Stop, drop, and roll, but this is
not a drill! Instantly turn your
favorite full-length jeans into an
awesome ankle pant. Thick cuffs
or thin cuffs are in, so it makes
this arresting look even easier to
obtain.
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Jeans are getting a little extra
oomph this fall. Whatever
embellishment suits your
fancy, you can find it! When
wearing more eccentric bottoms, pair them with a simplistic top to remain streamlined and sophisticated.
Let's do this
6) Impress in Dress
together!
By far my favorite way
to wear denim, the jean
dress is a do anything,
go anywhere piece that
is the perfect addition for
any closet. In the right
cut and color, a denim
dress can be worn virtually year-round. Just picture it with cute flats and
a scarf for fall, then add
boots, tights, and
sweater for winter. Swap
these accessories for sandals and you’ll be ready
for spring come 2017.
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Top Left: Tory Burch - Top Right: Nanette Lepore
Bottom Left: MADEWELL - Bottom Middle: maurices
Bottom Right: Aquatalia
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The denim trend isn’t stopping at clothing pieces. It is
also inspiring accessories with touches of denim details
and soft shades of blue. Add a denim vest over a cotton
dress, a cute cap with khakis and a t-shirt, or a blue bag
over your shoulder to take on the trend without doing too
much.
Jada Bynum is a Wall Fellow at Coastal Carolina University,
a Christian, and a lover of Disney, dogs, and the arts. Connect
with her at [email protected]
August 2016
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Don’t Give Up On Your
Weight Loss Goal
By Dr. Kevin M Sattele
When it comes to weight loss
and dieting, we have all made
mistakes. Just like we did when
learning to ride a bike or play a
new game or sport. It takes a
while to learn a new behavior
such as learning new eating and
exercise habits, especially when
we are older (and we were taught
differently as a child). That’s one
reason why it is so important for
us to teach the proper eating and exercise habits to our
children. Another lesson we need to teach our children is
to expect to make a mistake or two but not to give up.
No one is perfect and we all stray from our best intentions at times. We occasionally eat the wrong foods or get
a bit lazy and skip the gym. The most important thing is
to not be too hard on yourself. Even with the best strate-
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gies, some unforeseen event will likely sabotage your goal
from time to time. Just accept this and plan for it. Avoid
judgement and move forward. Don’t put off restarting
until next week or next month, do it now! Develop a plan
for getting back on track and recommit to your routine as
quickly as possible. Set a schedule and not a deadline.
It is also important to stop making up excuses. We are
all busy and feel like we work too much and have too
much stress in our lives. I’m too busy, I’m too tired or I
don’t have enough time! All of these things do affect our
stress levels and our weight but we need to find a way to
balance and manage these issues rather than continuing to
use them as an excuse. Remember, if you can’t find the
time to be healthy, then you will eventually need to find
the time to be sick. So let’s make the positive changes
while we still can.
Make yourself accountable either at home or at the gym.
Weigh in weekly and have a trainer or a friend meet you
at the gym. Simply knowing that a familiar face expects
you at the gym will make you more likely to show up.
Keep a detailed food journal also as this will help with
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843-248-3843
David E. Grabeman, D.D.S., P.A.
Pawleys Island
843-235-7580
www.davidgrabeman.com
Doctors
Roper St. Francis
843-357-8540
www.rsfh.com/findadoc
Endocrinology
Strand Endocrinology &
Osteoporosis Center
Myrtle Beach
843-293-9955
www.strandendocrinology.com
Gastroenterologists
Strand GI Endoscopy, Inc
Myrtle Beach
843-839-0823
Hearing
Hearing by Design
N. Myrtle Beach
843-272-1486
www.hearingbydesignnmb.com
Hearing Healthcare
Myrtle Beach
843-279-0236
www.hearinghealthcare.net
Medical Center
Little River Medical Center
Little River
Myrtle Beach
Loris
South Strand
843-663-8000
OB/GYN
Magnolia OB/GYN
Myrtle Beach
843-449-5848
www.magnoliaobgyn.com
Pain Therapy
CuraLase
Myrtle Beach
843-294-5273
www.curalase.com
Rehabilitation
Professional Rehabilitation Services
Pawleys Island 843-235-0200
Murrells Inlet 843-314-3224
Surfside Beach 843-839-0163
Myrtle Beach 843-839-1300
Conway 843-733-3031
Little River 843-281-4222
www.prsrehabservices.com
Skin
Derma Vogue
Garden City
843-357-2444
www.dermavogue.net
Inlet Medical Associates
Murrells Inlet
843-651-4111
www.inletmedicalassociates.com
Speech Therapy
Young Talkers
Myrtle Beach
843-457-1053
www.youngtalkers.com
Veins
Inlet Vein Specialists
Murrells Inlet
843-652-5344
www.inletveinspecialists.com
Weight Loss Centers
Dr. Sattele’s Rapid Weight Loss
& Esthetics Center
North Myrtle Beach & Murrells Inlet
843-361-1515
www.rapidweightlosscenters.com
Metabolic Medical Center
Murrells Inlet
843-357-2851
www.mmcdiet.com
Women’s Health
Coastal Comprehensive
Women’s Center
Myrtle Beach
843-236-4330
www.21stCenturyOncology.com
August 2016
45
Women: The Salt
and Light
Dr. Grace M.A. Stephens, CEO
The Global Christian Professional Women’s Association
Do you remember
the times when
women didn’t have an
opportunity to vote or
have a voice at
church? For years, we
have been fighting for
the right to be heard,
understood, respected,
appreciated, and promoted both in the
workplace and in the
church. Though
incomplete, we’ve progressed into making
what was seemingly
impossible possible.
Today, we’re breaking the glass door,
climbing into the C-Suite, growing billion dollar businesses, and pastoring
churches, all whilst being caregivers,
functioning in our dual roles as mother
to our children and helpmate to our
husband. Simply put, women are more
knowledgeable, skilled, empowered,
and responsible now than ever before.
Yet, there is much left to be done. Our
good bible says in Luke 12:48, “To
whom much is given, much is
required.” Along with our increasing
levels of responsibility and accolades,
comes the mandate for us to be the
“salt and light” in our environment.
Christian professional women who have
overcome challenges to reach unparalleled heights have been gifted and
blessed by God to do great things however, in our day-to-day at times robotic
activities, we forget the importance of
what God has called us to do for His
Kingdom. We exist to change many
lives. It’s not enough to advance our
own lives or the lives of our immediate
family – that would be too easy.
Christian professional women have
been equipped to affect change on a
large scale.
How do we accomplish this? We start
off with a basic proposition; that if
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Christian professional
women want to
become more complete beings and
achieve their greatest
God-given potential,
they must consistently
work to develop spiritually, personally, and
professionally. It is not
enough to possess two
of the three attributes
but lack one, nor simply excel at one, but
not have the other
two – a lesson that
was freshly revealed to me that I’ve
decided to act upon.
As a recent transplant to Myrtle
Beach, I’m known around the Northeast
and Central regions as a turn-around
manager and long-time higher education executive, but most importantly
many know me as an active servant of
God; and from these works I have
drawn much fulfillment and have been
humbled to be a part of so many lives,
yet these experiences ultimately helped
to guide me towards the exciting works
that I’ve been called to in the past years
– to establish the Global Christian
Professional Women’s Association
[GCPWA].
GCPWA, a registered 501c3 organization, was created to be the leading
resource in serving and advancing
Christian professional women worldwide. GCPWA was nurtured from
God’s vision to fruition through the
efforts of a few. In my role as the association’s CEO, it is my privilege and hope
to share with you our mission. The
transforming role of GCPWA is to educate, encourage, and empower women
to advance spiritually and professionally so that they may lead their best life.
Our first-of-its-kind community will be
the single voice, in a world without borders, for professional women of faith.
We believe Christian professional
women are leaders – they are the key
drivers of the advancement of the
Kingdom of God and integral to cultivating a thriving economy. At our basic
level, we are a collection of moms and
daughters; we are wives and professionals; we are imperfect and yet perfected
through Christ; we were lost and are
found. We are one. Our deepest desire
as an organization is to link arms with
one another and through fellowship and
commonality in Christ to extend our
influence into the workplace, our community, and beyond.
Our strength lies only in our faith and
in our network, and with a spirit of
excellence, we boost our members’
potential to great heights, be it through
educational webinars and training, personalized learning, prayer and fellowship, or promotion of their businesses
and events. Speaking of events, we’re so
incredibly dedicated to our members’
growth that we go the extra mile to
invest in them as you will note by our
impressive list of professional Christian
women, including Pulitzer Prize
Nominee Stella Pope Duarte,
Presidential Advisor Suzan Johnson
Cook, and Co-Founding Partner of the
John Maxwell Group Mary Riesberg,
along with others who will be speaking
at our GCPWA Inaugural Conference to
be held at the Myrtle Beach
Convention Center Hotel on September
18th where our members will take home
valuable insights and skills that they can
apply for spiritual, personal and professional success in their own lives and in
the lives of others.
So, are you interested?
We’ve recently established the
GCPWA Horry County Chapter and we
are calling all Christian professional
women in the area to join our efforts in
sharpening each other, and through fellowship and commonality in Christ, to
extend our influence into our families,
local community, nation, and the world.
Contact Grace at [email protected]
To learn more and become a member,
visit www.GCPWA.org
To register for the conference, visit
www.gcpwaconference.com
Dr. Grace M.A. Stephens is Chancellor of
MacCormac College. She specializes in
higher education administration, ministry
leadership, strategic planning, and turnaround management.
ACCEPTING
RESERVATIONS!
WE INVITE YOU COME ENJOY
THE FEAST.
DINNER WITH UNLIMITED SERVINGS
PERFECT FOR LARGE PARTIES
PRIVATE DINNING ROOMS AVAILABLE
CATERING AVAILABLE
August 2016
47
‘Inaugural’
South Carolina
Women's
EXPO
The Ultimate Girl’s Day Out!
Saturday, November 19, 2016
At the Barefoot Conference Center at Barefoot Resort
In North Myrtle Beach
9:00 am - 3 pm
South
Caro
lina
Shopping Galore
• Health & Wellness Center
featuring health screenings,
massage, or blood pressure, BMI, spine
alignment, etc.
• Pampering Stations for make-up
consult, massage & hair design consultations
• A Dozen Informative , Educational
Seminars
• Swag Bag for first 1,000 attendees
EXP Women's
O
• Vendors representing 'Everything Women'
Beauty
Business
Education
Entertainment
Fashion
Finance
Fitness
Food
Health & Wellness
(Sponsored by the Practice)
Home Improvement
Insurance
Jewelry
Legal
Pets
Senior Services
• Free to Attend Asking for In-Kind
Donations of Health,Beauty & Hygiene
items to be donated to local Women
Shelters
Door Prizes and Giveaways!
Hosted By South Carolina Woman Magazine
Register to attend: www.whoscoming.com/SCWomenEXPO
www.southcarolinawomenexpo.com
Outside Pavilion
Showcasing
Everything Adventure
for
Women

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