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Curb your Cravings
Step 1: Reduce the Number of Cravings You Experience It’s simple logic: If you develop fewer cravings, you’ll give in to fewer cravings. See how to stave off the urge to splurge: Schedule a massage. When you’re tense your body produces more of the hormone cortisol, which may increase the amount of carbohydrates you want to eat. Sweets or carbohydrates temporarily increase our levels of serotonin, which makes us feel calm and relaxed. So to curb your candy urge, rent some John Candy videos, take a yoga class, call your funniest friend, or for serious stress, dial up your massage therapist. Have a little piece of chocolate -- every day. Know anyone who is desperately seeking spinach or craving kale? Didn’t think so. Once you start incorporating small portions of these forbidden
foods into your diet, a funny thing happens: You don’t crave them anymore. If you make room in your daily diet for a small amount of chocolate, you won’t end up eating a pint of chocolate ice cream in one sitting. And in the long run, you’ll save calories.
Step 2: Distinguish Cravings From Hunger Suppose you walk by McDonald’s and, all of a sudden, you have a deep desire for french fries. Instead of rushing to the counter and placing an order, follow this strategy: Divert yourself for at least 10 Minutes. Read, call a friend, take a walk -- just do something that doesn’t require you to think about or see food Reevaluate your urge. After at least 10 minutes, ask yourself, “Do I still want french fries?” If your craving was based on the physical conditioning of seeing McDonald’s
and automatically wanting fries, you’ll most likely pass. If, however, you wanted the fries because you were hungry, you’ll probably still be in the mood for them.
Step 3: Satisfy Your Hunger Let’s say you still have fries on the brain. Before they end up in your stomach, read this: Don’t compromise with a frozen yogurt. Instead of just eating a cookie, people will have carrot sticks, then rice cakes, then cottage cheese, then an apple, and then they’ll finally have the cookie. And they’ve spent at least 200 calories more than if they had just had a cookie to begin with.” Finish the fries. Go ahead and eat a small pack. People who occasionally give in to their cravings don’t weigh any more -- and maybe weigh a little less -- than those who don’t dare to indulge. l
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Garlic gets to the heart of good health
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hen it comes to good health, garlic is the herb that gets to the heart of the matter. More and more studies are shedding light on just how garlic protects the human heart. Here are five of the ways researchers believe garlic may work its wonders on one of your most vital organs: Reduces blood cholesterol. Researchers at New York’s Medical College recently reviewed five of the most scientifically sound studies on garlic and cholesterol. They found that consuming as little as half a garlic clove a day reduces cholesterol levels an average of 9 percent.
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Scientists speculate that garlic lowers blood pressure by relaxing and opening up blood vessels. Using garlic as a salt substitute can also help lower blood pressure. Makes blood less likely to clot. Garlic makes blood less sticky, so you are less likely to develop a blood clot when one of your blood vessels is injured. A blood clot that completely blocks off a blood vessel in your heart can lead to a heart attack. Increases clot-dissolving activity of the blood. This helps break down any clots that develop. Clots may develop even if you eat garlic, but the herb will help to break them down. Prevents “bad” LDL cholesterol from being oxidized. Oxidized cholesterol damages arteries. Like many healthful foods, the benefits of eating garlic seem to add up over time. Include one to two cloves of garlic in your diet on a daily basis. Fresh garlic is probably the safest way to go.
If you’re bothered by garlic’s strong odor, garlic supplements may mask the odor somewhat. Dr. Varro E. Tyler, former Professor of Pharmacognosy in the School of Pharmacy and Pharmacal Sciences at Purdue University, recommended garlic supplement tablets with an enteric coating. This coating protects the garlic, preventing it from dissolving until it reaches the intestines. These supplements tend to be more odor-free and effective than other types. The many different brands of garlic supplements available vary widely in effectiveness. Kwai is one brand that has produced positive results in several clinical trials. If you are on any anti-clotting medicines, such as aspirin or warfarin, you should talk to your doctor before adding garlic to your diet. Garlic may intensify the effects of these drugs. Too much garlic can cause side effects, including heartburn, gas, wheezing, coughing, vomiting, diarrhea and skin rashes. If you notice any of these, reduce your garlic intake. Regular exercise and a low-fat diet are the best ways to keep your heart healthy, but the benefits of garlic can spice up a healthy lifestyle even more.
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Gray hair Clothe a child, Change a life. means weaker bones? choose from various styles and colors. Clothes are arranged by size and type so parents and children can browse and try on clothing to fit their style. Each store has 4 departments to meet the needs of Girls, Boys, Young Men and Junior Girls. Visit their website online at www.clothestokids.org for more information and be sure to look at their critical needs list.
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hroughout the entire month of July, in celebration of “Christmas in July”, Conforti Chiropractic will host our annual clothing drive with all donations benefiting Clothes To Kids, Inc. Clothes to Kids benefits school aged children throughout the Tampa Bay Area.
Researchers have linked prematurely gray hair and osteoporosis. Premature graying means that more than half of your hair is gray before age 40. The researchers speculate that the genes that determine premature graying may be linked to the genes responsible for bone mass.
The mission of Clothes To Kids is to provide new and quality used clothing to low-income, school aged children in Pinellas County, free of charge. Clothes To Kids envisions a community in which every school aged child has quality clothing so that he or she may attend school with the confidence and self-esteem needed to aid in the achievement of academic success.
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Age. The main contributor is age. The disease is usually diagnosed in people over the age of 60. Gender. Unfortunately, your gender is the next most important factor in determining how likely you are to develop osteoporosis. Women are eight times as likely to be affected by the disease as men. Women, on the average, are born with less bone mass than men. Then, to make matters worse, menopause causes a woman’s natural supply of estrogen to decrease, so she loses bone mass faster than a man. Nutrition. Third, nutrition plays a vital role in keeping your bones healthy. Doctors recommend getting most of these essential building blocks from the foods you eat instead of supplements. Exercise. Fourth, the amount that you exercise is directly related to bone mass and density. A regular exercise program increases the stress you put on your bones. They respond to this mechanical stress by becoming stronger and more dense. 8 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
We welcome the donation of new and gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories. In appreciation of your generosity, Conforti Chiropractic will offer a complimentary exam, x-rays, and consultation with our doctors for each donation. (a $295 value) The patient & any other person responsible for payment has a right to refuse pay, cancel payment, or be reimbursed for any payment or any other service, examination, or treatment which is performed as a result of and within 72 hours of responding to the free, discounted, or reduced fee, service, examination or treatment. Visit us on the web at www.confortichiropractic.com to find the location nearest you! Pinellas 813.818.7499 Pasco 727.376.9611 Hillsborough 813.969.2225
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Carrie Oleston and Dr. Cindy Perkins of Back In Health Wellness Center are pleased to announce their Advanced Certification of Competency for Whiplash and Brain Injury Traumatology from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego. The Spine Research Institute in San Diego is home to the world’s only multi-module program dedicated specifically to whiplash and traumatic brain injuries. Dr. Arthur C. Croft, founder and Director of the Spine Research Institute and the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and
Health, led the advanced training program. He is also the original developer of the now widely used whiplash (WAD, or Whiplash Associated Disorders) grading system, as well as the widely used whiplash treatment guideline. Back In Health Wellness Center strongly believes the key to health and wellness is prevention. Our team of doctors and therapists works closely with each patient to ensure proper treatment of existing conditions, as well as observe repetitive activities to prevent potential injuries. Our doctors also have extensive training in treating neck and back injuries and discomforts, headaches and migraines, sports-related injuries, whiplash injuries and infertility concerns. Back In Health Wellness Center is located in the Sunlake Professional Center at 18942 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz. Call them at 813-909-0961, or visit their website at backinhealthwellness.com. www.tampabaywellness.com
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Bhante Sujatha, a Buddhist monk of some thirty years, is originally from Sri Lanka. He is the head monk at the Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock, IL and has taught around the globe to people wishing to learn the art of happiness and contentment through meditation. His approach to meditation is easy-going, ensuring that everyone can easily understand Buddhist teachings. A pleasure to be around, he knows the indescribable joy and peace to be found in silence. Bhante believes his purpose is not only to teach meditation, but also, "teaching people how to be happy."
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wellness news Where: all runs start and finish at Causeway Plaza, at the corner of Bayshore Blvd. (Alt. 19) and Curlew Rd. in Dunedin.
31st Annual Kiwanis Morton Plant Mease Midnight Run
When: July 3rd and 4th. The 1 mile starts at 11PM, the 5K at 11:25PM both on the 3rd. The 10K starts at 12:15AM on July 4th.
Who: Hosted by the Kiwanis Clubs of Countryside and Dunedin
Why: proceeds benefit the many children’s charities supported by the Kiwanis Clubs of Countryside and Dunedin. FYI, the previous 30 Midnight Runs have raised over $540,000 for these charities.
What: 31st Annual Morton Plant Mease Midnight Run. The feature event is the 10K race with a 5K and a 1 mile run/walk preceeding it. The 10K and 5K races are both certified and chip timed.
How: pre-registration is available online at www. Active.com up until June 30th, then again race night. For more information, visit www.kiwanismidnightrun.com or call 727-535-2257.
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Local Fitness Studio Owners Highlight Tampa Bodybuilding Contest TAMPA, Fla.-- AAP Fitness owners, Alex and Ashley Poptodorova, were the highlight of the Tampa Bay Classic bodybuilding contest held at the Pepin Event Center in Tampa, Florida on Saturday, June 12, 2010, at least to their 30-plus members who attended the contest in support of AAP Fitness. Event emcee and former bodybuilding contestant himself, John Schleicher has promoted the Tampa Bay Classic Bodybuilding Championships for 28 years (http://www.tampabayclassicbodybuilding. com/). He honored the contestants throughout the competition, but made an improvised special announcement for Ashley Poptodorov. A moment after the Over 30 Women Figure winners accepted their awards (Poptodorova did not place), Schleicher shared Ashley’s ‘story,’ that in the past three years, she has lost almost 100 lbs (beginning her fitness journey at 212 lbs.) and started AAP Fitness (www.aapFitness.com) with her husband, Alex. He requested she take the stage, and she did. Ashley cried as the members of her fitness studio and the other audience members cheered for her 10 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
accomplishment. Schleicher commented in his impromptu presentation that in his 28 years, he has never seen the level of member support from any other gym. Alex Poptodorova, 13 year power lifter and bodybuilder, received his BS in Microbiology from USF. Alex took third place in the final competition: the Open Men Heavyweight Division. Both Alex and Ashley Poptodorova are committed to the health and well-being of others and support their clients in nutrition, fitness, and motivation. They frequently hold workshops at Nutrition S’mart in Wesley Chapel and provide grocery store with label reading field trips. Located at 10329 Cross Creek Blvd., Suite X in New Tampa’s Cory Lake Professional Center, AAP Fitness is a full circle fitness studio, specializing in nutrition, exercise, motivation and support. For more information, contact them at 813.482.7400 or AAPFitness@mac.com.
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No excuses! If you want it all, you can have it all. Does it take dedication and determination, you bet it does, but you can do it. A prime example is right here in Tampa Bay, Dave Osterberg. Dave Osterberg is a FOX 13 meteorologist and co-host of FOX 13’s popular morning show, Good Day Tampa Bay. He is also training for his first "Ultra-Marathon"! Dave is originally from Warwick, Rhode Island, where he first began his love for weather as a young boy. He and his mother would watch the big lightning storms together with excitement. He is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island with a B.S. in Environmental Science and graduated from the Broadcast Meteorology program at Mississippi State University. He started his broadcast career at WDTV in Clarksburg, West Virginia. Later, he worked at KATC-TV in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he was voted “Best Weathercaster in South Louisiana.” His next stop was Raleigh, North Carolina, where he spent seven years. Currently Dave resides in Tampa with his wife Andrea, son Aiden and daughter AnnaLucia. Dave has also been awarded the CBM seal of approval by the American Meteorological Society. Dave craves to be in the midst of hurricanes and always asks his boss to go where ever they develop. The highlight of his career was in 2004 during hurricane Jeanne, when he reported live from Vero Beach. Hurricane Jeanne was the deadliest hurricane in the 2004 Atlantic hurricane season. But when Dave is not chasing hurricanes, delivering the day’s weather with a smile on TV or changing diapers, he is pounding the pavement full speed. Dave has the itch… he is a runner. His relationship with running started after www.tampabaywellness.com
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he finished school and was no longer the “Star Athlete” he was in high school, where he was voted Most Athletic in his senior year. He had slowed down, taken it easy and now was looking in the mirror. He did not like what he saw. So, he decided to take on a new challenge and run a marathon. He did it for his sister. He raised $1000 for arthritis and ran the race. From there he would go on to triathons and an ironman for a spell. Now he just loves the long, long running races. He is currently training for a race that is coming up at the beginning of 2011 called an Ultra-marathon. The Ultramarathon that Dave is training for is 50 miles. He is excited about this and giving it his all, but dreams of the really big race of 100 miles. Do I hear an “Ooooooo”? He predicts it will take him about 24 hours. One of the reasons Dave loves running so much is because it is a time to be alone. Running for
him is therapeutic, a time to recharge from the demands of life. And though he is alone with his thoughts, he can’t help but meet friends along the way who have the same aspirations and determination. Dave comments that, “Everyone is so nice and wants to help by giving encouragement and guidance” Dave knows that training to prepare your body and mind for an event is so important, and though a McDonald’s happy meal sneaks into his hands sometimes when taking the kids out, he works very hard to keep on track. He tries to keep the protein high and the carbs low. His favorite workout, for the core, is P90X. So, keep this in mind next time you think, “I can’t do it”, Dave is up at 3am, preparing for work that starts at 4:30am, coming home to take care of the kids while his wife works, working out, training and fitting in family time, that YES, YOU CAN DO IT! A typical week would be:....... www.tampabaywellness.com
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Regimen Monday - Rest Day Tuesday - 6 miles Wednesday - 8 miles Thursday - 6 miles Friday - Off Sat - Long Run Sun - Long Run Runs can range from 10-20 miles. It all depends on where I am in my training. I also have been trying to do more core and ab work. I love the p90X program with stretching, core, and abs. Its tough but can be done at home. The big challenges have been finding the time to do it. I have a 2 year old and 6 month old at home, plus I work at 3AM. Sometimes I have to run in the heat of the day and that is a challenge in itself. I am actually very good with my diet during the week. I eat a lot of protein and low carbs. Kind of like an 80/20 split. I am trying to get leaner. Sometimes going lower on the carbs leaves me a bit sluggish but for the longer runs I throw them back in.
so sometimes fast food is the only option. I do not deny myself, but take it easy. If you deny yourself, you are more apt to cheat a lot more. I just try to keep the calories low. I don't deny myself any food that I really want. I just keep it at a minimum. As I get closer to the race, I will probably do less core work because I will have to do more running. For example running 20 miles a week now will work up to around 60 miles a week closer to the race. Again, this is average, but many ultramarathoners will run 100 mile weeks. My schedule doesn't permit me to do this at this time. My limiting factor is sleep. I do not get enough and I know that. But I really don't have much of a choice... 2 young kids, working at 3AM does not yield to a lot of sleep. That does make it a bit harder to get up realy early on the weekends to run. ---
In the mornings I eat stuff like hard-boiled eggs, almonds, cottage cheese and of course coffee. For lunch it is usually a sandwich and fruit..... and for dinner it is some type of meat and a salad. I do allow myself one piece of chocolate for dessert if I have worked out. The weekends are hard. We are constantly on the move www.tampabaywellness.com
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Mind vidual begins to feel better, there is often a concern of returning to the old discomforts. Each of these concerns can be approached in the hypnosis sessions. Hypnosis can be a very valuable therapeutic intervention for individuals with psoriasis and other skin troubles brought about by everyday stressors. If someone is seething inside for reasons that they do not wish to bring to mind or cannot confront or rant and rave about, their skin will attempt to reflect the problem. The effectiveness of hypnosis has also been documented for warts, eczema, hives, acne, skin allergies, pain and burning sensations, and compulsive skin picking and hair pulling.
What Is Medical
Hypnosis R ecently while attending an exercise class, one of the gals whom I had begun to get to know, asked me what I do for a living. I gave her my response, “I am a hypnotist”. The usual incredulous look was followed by the even more common, “Uh oh, are you going to make me quack like a duck?” It has been my experience (and that of many of my colleagues) that people have some misconceptions about what hypnosis is and how it can help create change in their lives. While stage hypnosis and theatrical use of hypnosis is fun and entertaining, it is not all there is to hypnosis. When volunteers quack or do other such silly actions, it is because they are fully engaged in the fun of the moment. They are aware of what is occurring and even the audience, they are just so focused on the moment and the fun, that it seems natural to do whatever the requested action is. I can tell you from personal experience that even in stage hypnosis, you cannot make a person do anything against their will. I was willing to play and dance in a stage show, but the moment I was told to eat Jello, I sat down and refused. (That is not a snack I enjoy!) Once the hypnotist changed requests, I was fully on board again. So, how does something as entertaining as hypnosis is, have any credence in the clinical or office setting? Allow me to first quote the definition of hypnosis from the MayoClinic.com website. “Hypnosis, also referred to as hypnotherapy or hypnotic suggestion, is a trance-like state in which you have heightened focus, concentration and inner absorption. When you’re under hypnosis, you usually feel calm and relaxed, and you can concentrate intensely on a specific thought, memory, feeling or sensation while blocking out distractions. 16 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
Under hypnosis, you’re more open than usual to suggestions, and this can be used to modify your perceptions, behavior, sensations and emotions. Therapeutic hypnosis is used to improve your health and well-being and is different from so-called stage hypnosis used by entertainers. Although you’re more open to suggestion during therapeutic hypnosis, your free will remains intact and you don’t lose control over your behavior.” Much of the work of a Hypnosis Professional who is certified in Medical Hypnosis is the result of a physician’s referral. There are the obvious connections such as the cardiologists and pulmonologists who refer their patients for smoke cessation and weight loss. Other doctors may refer for conditions such as:
• Reducing stress related to medical procedures • Allergies • Asthma • Surgical preparation • Fibromyalgia • Childbirth • Dental procedures • Skin conditions • Gastrointestinal problems • Migraines • Pain Control • Hypertension • Urinary Incontinence Many conditions have multiple symptoms that can be addressed in hypnosis. For instance, a person suffering from Fibromyalgia experiences fatigue resulting from sleep disturbances, wide spread tender spots and a short term memory loss. Then, when an indi-
I have witnessed individuals eliminate the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), once their stressors were reframed into more manageable events and occurrences in life. Furthermore, relieving any pain related to IBS allows for increased enjoyment and less worry. Hypnosis has been so overwhelmingly successful that Adriane Fugh-Berman, MD, chair of the National Women’s Health Network in Washington, DC, has said that hypnosis should be the treatment of choice for Irritable Bowel Syndrome cases which have not responded to conventional therapy. The conventional therapy offered to most IBS patients ranges from nothing at all to a lifetime prescription for anti-spasmodic drugs. According to Brian Alman, PhD, in his case study presented in the Permanente Journal, “one of the great surprises of medical hypnosis is that beneficial change can be effected without the patient’s awareness”. Medical hypnosis is very different from the “command performance” of stage hypnosis. Stage hypnosis is also highly directed as to outcome (“You will sing in Martian,” “You will quack like a duck,” etc). This can be dramatic and engaging, but it has limited utility. Unlike practitioners of stage hypnosis, the hypnosis professional certified in medical hypnosis, cannot choose from a variety of subjects and direct the show. In fact, the problem can be so complex that its resolution requires total dependence on subconscious processes occurring within the individual. There are times when the outcomes are unanticipated. (I had a client who visited with me for allergies who complained of stuffiness. She never mentioned her psoriases, yet that cleared along with the other allergy symptoms.) Medical hypnosis offers the opportunity to effect beneficial change even in difficult cases. Often this change occurs quickly, and sometimes it appears in unexpectedly beneficial ways. l
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o outside on a steamy summer day, walk a block and voila! You’re dripping like a can of cola just pulled from an ice chest.
Men tend to produce
Sweat helps regulate body temperature, but few of us give sweat more than a passing thought. Sure, we worry it’ll saturate our silk blouse right before a job interview or that we won’t be able to replenish fluids fast enough while running on a hot summer day. But we rarely think about what’s in sweat, why it smells bad and why kids don’t have to wear deodorant.
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sweat than women.
Here are answers to those and few more questions you may have had about sweat. • Ever feel like a human salt lick after exercising? That’s because sweat is composed primarily of water, potassium and salt (a mix of sodium and chloride), as well as minuscule amounts of a few other things. The ratio of those components varies from person to person, and your body adjusts that ratio depending on the fluctuation of its levels of water, potassium and salt. • The average person has 2.6 million sweat glands in their skin. The glands are distributed over the entire body•except for the lips, nipples and external genital organs. • We have two types of sweat glands: eccrine, which produce volumes of the watery stuff, and apocrine, which produce tiny amounts of thick odorless fluid. • We have eccrine glands all over our bodies, including the palms of our hands, the soles of our feet and our foreheads. • We have apocrine glands under our arms and in the 18 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
genital area. Breasts have a modified version of the apocrine gland. When the thick odorless fluid from our apocrine glands sits on our skin, bacteria act upon it, which is what makes us smell. • Apocrine glands contain proteins and fatty acids, making their secretions thicker and giving them a milky or yellowish color. That’s why underarm stains in clothing appear yellowish. • Apocrine glands develop during puberty, which is why children don’t need deodorant or antiperspirant.
• Ever wonder why you can’t handle hot days in the spring as well as you can in late summer? It seems that your sweat glands need time to acclimate. A person who hasn’t been in a hot climate for a while can produce about one liter of sweat an hour. After about six weeks of hot weather, however, he or she will be able to produce two to three times that amount. (Anecdotal evidence suggests that people who sweat a lot while exercising year•round are automatically acclimated in the spring and thus able to handle the heat better.) • About 3 percent of the population suffers from hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). It most commonly affects underarms, hands and feet and can mysteriously strike in the coldest of conditions. • The humidity of the air around us affects the rate at which sweat evaporates. If humidity is high, the air cannot absorb any more moisture and our sweat won’t evaporate and cool our bodies as efficiently as when the air is dry. • Losing excessive amounts of
sweat can quickly dehydrate you, leading to circulatory problems, kidney failure and heat stroke. • Never wear a plastic sweatsuit or lots of warm clothing while working out on a hot day. You won’t burn any more calories, but you will lose lots of water weight, which can precipitate heat stroke. • Sweat is made from fluid in your blood, which means the more you sweat, the thicker your blood becomes and the harder your heart has to work to pump that blood. • People who are more fit are better able to cope with low or even moderate degrees of dehydration than those who aren’t fit. Alberto Salazar finished the 1984 Olympic Marathon in 2 hours 14 minutes despite losing 8.1 percent of his body weight in sweat. • The Gatorade Sports Science Institute has found that in conditions of 85 degrees and 40 percent humidity (cooler than the average St. Louis summer day), the average runner will lose two to four pounds of sweat an hour. • An hour or two before exerting yourself outdoors in the heat, drink 16 ounces of water or sports drink, then take in between 5 and 12 ounces every 15 to 20 minutes while working or exercising, says Runner’s World magazine.
We are
constantly sweating, even though we may not notice it.
• Americans spend more than $1 billion a year on antiperspirants and deodorants. Anti-microbials in deodorant help eliminate bacteria on your skin’s surface, while fragrance helps mask odor. Antiperspirants help control sweat by forming gel plugs in some of our sweat glands. - St. Louis Post-Dispatch
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PILATES DO THAT? by Patricia Welter, BS, CPI. CPT, Owner & Head Pilates Instructor Suncoast Pilates
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ne of the fastest growing activities in the United States, Pilates exercise has affected some truly inspirational changes in those that practice the exercise. Joseph Pilates, the founder of the Pilates method of exercise, originally worked with hospital patients in the early 1900’s. To this day, the method of exercise continues to strengthen and lengthen muscles, improves posture and flexibility and reduces the chance of injury as well as speeds recovery from injuries. Almost anyone can do Pilates, male or female, young or old, professional athlete or beginning exerciser. Pilates can be performed on specially designed equipment which can provide both assistance and resistance or can be done on the floor on a mat. Katie, a skater, was diagnosed with scoliosis at a young age. Her spine continued to worsen because she was unable to have back surgery at age 15. With severe back pain at age 25, Katie was told that her spine’s curvature had increased to 70% and would continue to deteriorate, threatening her internal organs including lungs. Surgery in the form of two rods was recommended to stop the progression of scoliosis. Again unable to have surgery at the time, Katie turned to Pilates equipment training. Her back pain, her ability to breathe and her quality of life have markedly improved. She still may eventually face surgery, but she continues to improve her current health by practicing Pilates three times weekly. Sandy, a very active former 63 year old ballet and jazz dancer, had severe arthritis in her knees from years of overuse. Years ago during her dancing career she practiced Pilates. Two and a half years ago, facing possible knee surgery, she again resumed Pilates on the equipment and was able to complete a hiking trip into Bryce Canyon. Sandy had her knees www.tampabaywellness.com
replaced with a double procedure early in 2010. Five days after surgery she was released to her home and in-home physical therapy, crediting Pilates with pre-surgery strengthening. Eight weeks post-surgery Sandy has been released to do Pilates again on the equipment with her trainer. Carolyn was referred to Pilates by her yoga instructor one year after back surgery at age 58. She was afraid to move her back in flexion, extension or much rotation. She became proficient in Pilates equipment exercise gaining strength and flexibility in her back, giving her freedom of movement, improved quality of life and reduced back pain. A year ago, Carolyn broke her elbow. Post surgery she was back doing Pilates within a few weeks and continues to practice twice weekly on the equipment at a studio as well as daily in her home on the mat. Don, a touring rock star, so the age is omitted, was referred to Pilates by his wife. Not knowing that Pilates was developed by a man for men, he started Pilates equipment training to humor his wife. What he did discover is that Pilates is quite the workout and helped to improve his strength, flexibility and posture. A year ago, he fell and broke his shoulder, requiring a shoulder replacement. Don is back both touring and doing Pilates on the equipment, which has aided in his shoulder and back flexibility. Pilates has helped the individuals mentioned above. It can make a difference in your life to strengthen, increase flexibility, improve posture, prevent injury or improve post-rehabilitation exercise. If deciding to try Pilates, check with your doctor before beginning any exercise program. Find a certified, experienced Pilates instructor to help plan and implement a proper Pilates exercise program either on the equipment or floor. l Tampa Bay Wellness • JULY 2010 19
Fashionista
find the swimsuit that’s right for you! When you head out to the pool or the half of respondents (54 percent) purchase beach, does your swimsuit make you look swim bottoms in a size that is too big hoping and feel your best? If not, you’re not alone. for more coverage, while a third (34 percent) In fact, according to a recent survey of more have squeezed into a suit that is too small FAMILY FEATURES than 1,000 women, conducted by Lands’ because a larger size was not available. End, outoutoftoten women percent) heneight you head the pool or the (83 beach, does your swimsuit make you look and feel your best? If not, you’re alone. worn the wrong size confessed to not having “With so many advances in swimsuit design, In fact, according to asurvey recent survey more than 1,000 women, conducted by Lands’ End, eight out aoffull ten range of swimsuit. The also of found more than high-performance fabrics and
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size — 43 percent confessed they simply don’t know how. “Taking measurements is the key to finding your size and ultimately looking great on the beach,” said Bryant. “To easily find a flattering swimsuit, it’s important to measure your body, then use sizing charts to pair up your measurements with swimwear designed to flatter your body shape.” With the right measurements, it’s easy to find the perfect swimsuit size. A common mistake is not positioning the measuring tape correctly when taking measurements. Torso — Run Bust — With arms a tape measure relaxed at the sides of the down the back body, measure the fullest from where part of the bust keeping Strategy: Draw eyes up awayparallel from hips.the shoulder theand tape measure meets the neck, to the floor. • Triangle shapes should look for suits that slim the lowerthrough the Waist — Measure around legs and back the waist at the narrowest up the front. torso and draw attention to the upper with point. Add atorso 1/2 inch for shapely (In other words, comfort. necklines, bust detailing and shirring. make a loop.) Hips — Stand with heels together and measure • Details to look for include: surplice V-necklines, emaround theor fullest part of the bottom, hips, keeping the tape on top. pire-style waist, darker colors on patterns measure parallel to the floor.
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www.tampabaywellness.com Sport the Right Support Not only is it important to get the correct measurements — it is a must to select the best bra support and coverage for each body type
Enhance bust area with flattering top styles, such as halter and v-neck.
Enhance Bust Area Strategy: Create a fuller-looking top half. • Find supportive built-in bras to offer support and bust enhancement. • Flattering top styles include halter, v-neck, scoop neck and shirred tops.
Waist - Measure around the waist at the narrowest point. Add a 1/2 inch for comfort.
Lengthen Legs Strategy: Higher leg openings to create the illusion of longer legs.
• Choosing a suit with a two-inch leg opening will instantly lengthen legs. • Side-tie bottoms are great for adjusting the leg openings to a desired height.
Minimize Bust Area Strategy: Provide bust support with good coverage. • Higher necks are a must when trying to minimize the bust.
Minimize hips with suits that draw attention up with shapely necklines, bust detailing and shirring.
• Look for back straps and suppor tive bras built into swimsuits. • Quality fabrics will also aid in coverage and camouflage top areas. Finally, Bryant says, “Do love your body, but don’t stress about your suit. Get a good fit and balance your body proportions and you’ll feel great in a swimsuit that complements your figure.”
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How to Take Measurements According to the Lands’ End survey, six out of ten women stated they have never taken measurements to find the perfect swimsuit size - 43 percent confessed they simply don’t know how. “Taking measurements is the key to finding your size and ultimately looking great on the beach,” said Bryant. “To easily find a flattering swimsuit, it’s important to measure your body, then use sizing charts to pair up your measurements with swimwear designed to flatter your body shape.”
Hips - Stand with heels together and measure around the fullest part of the hips, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor.
Torso - Run a tape measure down the back from where the shoulder meets the neck, through the legs and back up the front. (In other words, make a loop.)
Sport the Right Support Not only is it important to get the correct measurements - it is a must to select the best bra support and coverage for each body type to achieve the perfect swimsuit fit. Bras shape and define, adding fullness to a small bust, support to a large bust.
Shelf: A shelf bra offers light coverage and support. It’s constructed of a soft liner with an elasticized bottom band to help the bra stay in place. Soft Cup: A soft cup bra provides shape and support. Most suits with soft cups provide extra modesty; some feature push-up pads to give your figure a boost. Underwire: An underwire bra provides bra-like support in cup sizes up to DDD.
With the right measurements, it’s easy to find the perfect swimsuit size. A common mistake is not positioning the measuring tape correctly when taking measurements.
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Nutrition
Surprisingly Unhealthy Foods: What to Choose Instead! by Susan Burke March, MS, CDE
? Food Label Foolishness There is much confusion for consumers who rely on the front of food packages to make their choices. Although “natural” should mean no artificial colors or ingredients, the term “natural” isn’t a guarantee that the product contains whole wheat—or any fruits or vegetables at all. Cut through the confusion and read the package from back to front - read the ingredient label first! Heed these tips to shop smart amid:
Natural: In your quest to find foods that nourish, do you purchase foods labeled “100% Natural,” “Healthy,” or “No Artificial Ingredients” without actually reading the ingredients? We’re at a disadvantage compared with countries such as Canada where labeling laws are more stringent and specific. The USDA says that the 22 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
“natural” claim means that the food does not contain any artificial ingredients, coloring ingredients, or chemical preservatives, and, in the case of meat and poultry, is minimally processed. However, the meat may be full of “natural flavors” and “naturally raised” doesn’t mean the animal isn’t raised on a factory farm. It also doesn’t mean that the animal has access to the outdoors. A can of iced tea can read “100% Natural Tea,” however the ingredients include filtered water, high fructose corn syrup and lemon flavoring. That’s not natural to me.
Multi-grain: From breads to crackers to hot and cold cereals, “multigrain” does not mean whole grain—it means just about nothing at all, except that the product contains an undefined amount of different types of grains. What you really want to look for is “100% whole grain,” so you’re assured that you’re getting all of the good nutrition from that grain’s kernel—the nutrients, including vitamin E and magnesium, and fiber. Some packages distract the
What to eat? Seems like a simple question, but it’s one that can vex even the most savvy eater, especially when trying to make sense of food packaging. How many times do you browse the grocery aisles trying to discern the “best” pasta, cereal or bread? Most concerned healthy eaters know the obvious, like there is no fruit in “Froot Loops.” But what about “grown up foods”? You know, those labeled as “whole grain,” “all natural” or “healthy”?
consumer by touting impressive amounts of vitamins and minerals, even fiber. But, be a savvy consumer and look at the ingredients first, if you’re interested in buying products without artificial colorings, flavors, excessive sugar and salt. Be sure the first ingredient is “100% whole,” either wheat or other grain, and remember, a teaspoon of sugar equals 4 grams. To know what you’re eating, read the serving size first, then the calories per serving, how much fiber and then how much sugar per serving (for example, a serving of shredded wheat and bran mini wheats is 1 ¼ cup, has 200 calories, 7 grams of fiber and less than 1 gram of sugar!).
Low Glycemic Index: Where “low carb” left off, the “low glycemic index” has taken over. The glycemic index ranks foods based on the how quickly they elevate blood sugar levels compared to the same quantity of a reference food (pure glucose or white bread).
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In addition to not considering the amount of food usually eaten, the GI doesn’t include the amount of fiber in the food. A medium baked potato has a higher GI (85) than a Snickers bar (55), and who’d say a candy bar is better than a baked potato? The quantity of food represented by that ranking is always 50 grams, regardless of how much food (volume) it takes to eat 50 grams; it’s real easy to eat 50 carbohydrate grams of cookies (7 small cookies) but much tougher to eat 50 carbohydrate grams of carrots (5 cups of carrots) in one sitting! In the context of “healthy” ignore the glycemic index and focus on whole foods, with fiber, in portions that are right for you.
Organic: The truth is, if it’s sugar, it’s sugar—organic or not, high fructose corn syrup, honey, cane sugar or white, maple syrup, or agave nectar—all nutritive sweeteners have approximately 16-20 calories per teaspoon, and negligible nutrition—said differently, they are empty calories. I took a cruise through the breakfast aisle, and found “organic toaster pastries” but compared to conventional toaster pastries, there’s just as much sugar, and making it “organic” doesn’t make it lower in calories or higher in fiber. If you’re looking for a healthy breakfast that’s convenient and portable, choose a toaster waffle with whole grains.
“Free” foods: Yes, we want to be free to eat what we like, and for many, that means fake foods that imitate sweets and desserts. However, foods labeled “low fat” or “fat free” does not make it calorie free.—manufacturers add sugar to add texture and bulk lost from removing fat. A “sugar free” cookie may have a similar calorie count compared to the regular too. So, the most important thing to look at when you’re reading a label is not the calories, fat or sugar, but always, it’s theserving size that must be read first. Note: “Fat Free” means less than a half a gram of fat per serving, “low fat” or “light” means less than 3 grams of fat per serving, and “reduced fat” means 25% less than the reference food. For example, Mayonnaise illustrates this perfectly. The “reference” or original mayo has 10 grams of fat per one tablespoon serving. The reduced fat version has 25% less fat, or 7.5 grams of fat per serving…still not a low fat food. But choose a “low fat” or “light” version, and you know it has 3 grams or less of fat per serving, a better choice. Buyer beware! Seemingly healthy foods such as yogurt and oatmeal may contain copious amount of added sugars; breads and crackers are often made with heartunhealthy hydrogenated oils (trans fat). “Miracle” juices and “energy” bars, touted as healthful, are usually just vehicles for added sugars and excessive calories. Consider this representative list of some surprisingly unhealthy foods:
Yogurt: Plain, low fat or nonfat yogurt is such a healthy food, because it’s a delicious low fat source of calcium, vitamin D and magnesium and protein, but many manufacturers have taken liberties with yogurt! They’ve loaded it up 24 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
with excess unwanted calories. Consumers are distracted by words like “organic” and “natural” but even these words can’t undo nutritional damage from added sugars, “granola” and nuts—and more. Yogurt should have but two ingredients: milk and live cultures. Stay wholesome by staying simple, and that goes for kids’ yogurts too.
Tortilla & Taco Shells: Generally low in fat, usually made from corn or wheat, or both…but read the ingredient label first, because many brands are quite high in fat, and are often made with hydrogenated fat, or trans fat (hydrogenated oils). Trans fat can raise bad cholesterol but also lower “good” HDL cholesterol. Search out better-for-you wholewheat tortilla and taco shells made with canola or other vegetable oils.
Instant oatmeal: Looking for convenience and nutrition, we make the mistake of reading the front of the package for descriptors such as “wholesome” and “nutritious”. We know not to choose sugary cold cereals but convenience packages of instant oatmeal are no exception. Read the ingredient label first—one teaspoon of sugar equals four grams: some of the “maple” or other favors have more than 12 grams per serving. Buy whole oats, microwave for a minute in a glass dish, stir in a quarter-cup of raisins, cook one more minute, and Sweet!
Granola: Granola may be “natural” but it’s also a typically caloriedense food, not nutritionally desirable if it’s full of oil and sugar. Do a little label reading in the grocery store—most flaked or “twig” cereals such as Kashi GoLean list the serving size as 3/4 – 1 cup, for about 150 calories per cup. There is no standardized serving size for cereals, and most packaged granolas’ list the serving size as a mere quarter-cup, with about 160 calories per serving. No one is satisfied with just a quarter-cup of cereal and usually will pour their usual cup—multiplied by four, that’s 640 calories, plus milk! Granolas typically features a good amount of oil plus a number of different sweet ingredients, some which may sound healthful, but again, sugar is sugar, and all of it, maple syrup, cane sugar, brown sugar, cane sugar, agave nectar, honey—are recognized similarly by your body, and are all different ways to say more calories! Stick with a high fiber, lower sugar cereal, and if you like granola, use as a topping on a yogurt and fruit parfait (nonfat Greek yogurt and berries).
Miracle Juices: The front of the package appeals to your quest for good health with words like “immune promoting” and “antioxidants”. The front label shows appealing photos of fresh fruit, but like all juice, the proof is in the fiber—and reading the nutrition facts label shows that juice contains just about none. There are no studies that show that drinking juice will prevent disease, and people who are watching their weight need to remember that calories in fruit juice are equivalent to soda—no fiber here, and a very quick way to get excess calories. Eat whole fruit, for more energy and fiber, and save your calories for fullness.
Energy bars: Another name for “energy” is “calorie,” and most bars are more akin to candy bars than nutritious snacks. The first ingredient is usually refined flour (not whole grain), then sugar, sugar, and more sugar, in a myriad of guises, including corn syrup, molasses, honey and more. For sustainable energy, grab a cup of 100-calorie yogurt and stir a cup of crunchy low-sugar cereal into the cereal; make a fresh-fruit smoothie with nonfat yogurt, milk and berries, or pack a tuna sandwich on whole wheat with an orange (who says you have to have cereal for breakfast? Have lunch for breakfast and breakfast for lunch).
Microwave popcorn: Popcorn is a great snack, but not when it’s loaded with hydrogenated fat (trans fat), artificial flavors and preservatives. Additives make it high in fat calories relative to volume, and often the microwave popcorn is loaded with hydrogenated fat. Make it better! It’s so easy, with an air-popper: pop up a few cups and enjoy. For a heartier snack, toss the hot popcorn with some grated cheddar cheese.
Rice cakes: Although they’re somewhat lower in calories than potato or ‘Doritos’ chips, rice cakes offer little in nutritional value and certainly little fiber, and they’re often are high in sodium and sugar (if they’re flavored). Better: whole-wheat pita chips (make your own: slice into quarters, spray with cooking spray and toast) with some hummus or peanut butter. Shop armed with information to help you read beyond the packaging and make weight-wise choices. And, of course, always shop with a list, never shop when you’re hungry, and read the ingredient label first. These three smart strategies help you keep the focus on healthy, good for you foods (that taste good, too). Making weight control second nature means shopping purposely, refusing to be swayed by advertising, and taking the time to enjoy the flavor of real food! Your payoff will be better taste, improved nutrition and good health. l
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JULY 8-14 Herbal First Aid: Everything your Grandmother knew, but you don’t! Saturday, July 10th 10am-4pm. If you are intrigued by herbal home remedies, but don't know where to begin, this class provides the information you need to stock and utilize your own herbal medicine chest. Learn how common herbs can be used to treat minor injuries. Your instructor is Deserie Valloreo, Clinical Herbalist. Cost $100. Reserve your spot at 727-551-0857. Class to be held at Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies, 901 Central Ave, St Petersburg. 26 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
A Delightful Duo! Shakti Flow & Sound Healing Journey - Join us for a powerful Shakti Flow class immediately followed by a special 1.5 hour Sound Healing Journey guided by Eluv host of 88.5 “Ultrasounds” Thursday night radio show. This Journey of amazing healing sound will leave you rejuvenated, revitalized, clear minded and totally relaxed. Sound Healing is an excellent way to re-align, cleanse, refresh, relax, and increase positive Qi throughout the whole body. Tuesday 7/13 from 6:30 – 9:30pm , $20, Yogani Studios, 1112 W. Platt, S. Tampa, www.yogani.com (813)251-9668
Balancing Hormones Naturally with Dr. Mary Riggin Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 6:30 PM Palm Harbor Natural Foods - 30555 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor. Learn about NEW natural solutions for hormone related health problems without the use of hormones or bio-identicals! Seating is limited – Please call (727) 669-6000 to register.
JULY 15-21 Drum Circle with Kevin “K.D.” Dennis, Fri., July 16th, 8pm. Drum your worries away as the rhythm of the drums carries you away from the every day. K.D. has plenty of instruments for everyone, and he leads the Circle with style and grace. New to Drum Circles; Class begins at 7:00 pm ($10, which includes Circle at 8p). Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center @ 120 S. Howard Ave. (813) 258-0458. www.RaydianceWellness. com. Donations, 3rd Friday of each month.
Illuminated Living Series: Part 2 – Fear-less Fat: Eat Fat, Lose Fat A six part series designed to provide you with specific information and resources on how to live a rich and nourishing life distinguished by an increased level of overall health and vitality, a diminished eco-footprint and a sense of greater connection to community. July 17th 2:00 – 4:30 pm, $40 per session each or register for all six for $210 ($35 each), Yogani Studios, 1112 W. Platt, S. Tampa, www.yogani.com (813)251-9668 Herbal Skincare Workshop - Monday, July 19th 6-9 pm. Learn a complete herbal skincare program for your skin type and how to make herbal skincare products that heal and revitalize the skin. Receive a step-by-step workbook and samples to take home. Cost $60. Register at www.HerbalWise.us.com or call 727-384-HERB. Workshop to be held at Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies, 901 Central Ave, St Petersburg. Advance Registration Required. www.tampabaywellness.com
Crystal Bowl Meditation with ELUV Wed., July 21st, 7-9pm. Let go and relax as you take a journey of sound while enjoying the powerful vibrations of singing Crystal Bowls and other instruments played by one of our very own local celebs ~ ELUV ~ from the radio program “UltraSounds” on 88.5 FM and around town with her band “Radiant Sol”. Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center @ 120 S. Howard Ave. (813) 258-0458. www. RaydianceWellness.com. ($20 in advance; $25 at the door) (1st Wednesday of each month). Wellness Sale Days! - Our "Vitamin Sale Days" are now called "Wellness Sale Days" because they now include all Body Care items in addition to Vitamins & Supplements! That's 2 whole days to save on all of these items! Tuesday, July 20th & Wednesday July 21st, 20% Off on all Supplements & BODY CARE! Not including those already discounted. Nature’s Food Patch, 1225 Cleveland St., Clearwater, FL 33755 more info www.naturesfoodpatch.com Shiatsu Workshop - . learn how to help yourself at home when illness strikes? In this class, a basic overview of acupressure point locations will be taught, and attendees will learn how to use Shiatsu massage on these points to stimulate healing. Free for our active patients and their guests. $20 for the general public. Wednesday, July 21, 2010 6:00 PM Healing Touch Oriental Medicine call to register, (727) 669-6000 9 Hormones That Influence Weight Loss with Dr. Mary Riggin, Saturday, July 24, 2010, 10:30 AM, Palm Harbor Natural Foods - 30555 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor. We all have 6 fat-burning hormones and 3 fat-storing hormones. If you’re trying to lose weight, this class will teach you which store fat, which burn fat and how they’re stimulated. Seating is limited – Please call (727) 669-6000 to register.
JULY 22-28 Herbal Tea Party - Saturday, July 24th Noon-1:30pm. Create your own tea blend! Taste and learn about herbs that promote relief from pain and inflammation. Bring your favorite mug or teacup. This event is offered in partnership by HerbalWise and The Sanctuary. $5-$10 suggested donation. 5111 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33711. RSVP: 727-384-4372. Youth Walking With Clarity 2010 Ending Childhood Obesity Come join with YWCF with a wonderful family fun filled celebration. The event will take place Saturday, July 24th from 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at MacFarlane Park 1700 N. MacDill Ave. Event Coordinator: Anthony 813-767-6583 aholloway@youthwithclarity.org www.tampabaywellness.com
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Herbal Medicine-Making Workshop Monday, July 26th 6-9pm . a 3-hour hands-on workshop on making your own herbal medicine. Receive a step-by-step workbook and samples to take home. Cost $60. Register at www.HerbalWise.us.com or call 727-384-HERB (4372). Workshop will be held at Acupuncture & Herbal Therapies, 901 Central Ave, St Petersburg. Advance Registration Required.
Summer Days Retreat: Relax, Breath, Enjoy, Restore, Midweek Prayer, Meditation, Sharing, Quiet Time, Arts & Crafts. Wed . July 27. On gorgeous 2 acre home on a lake, 9:00 am – 11:30 pm, lunch optional, Love Offering $15, no one turned away Esperanza Interfaith Center, 1217 Leisure Ave. Tampa, FL 33613. Register online at www.EsperanzaInterfaithCenter.com Call Rev. Maria Pierre, 813-293-9410 Healing: A Book P r esent a ti o n and Breathing Meditation Awakening Experience with David Elliot - Join author and healer David Elliott as he shares his latest book Healing. David will be offering the breathing meditation that has opened and healed the lives of thousands around the world. His simple message of self-love and exchange has allowed thousands from around the world to derive life-changing benefits from the teachings of this formerly reluctant healer.review. July 27th, $20 (Includes Book), Yogani Studios, 1112 W. Platt, S. Tampa, www.yogani. com (813)251-9668 HCG Information Night, Wed., July 28th, 6pm. Bring your friends at get information about the HCG Diet Protocol in our Q&A Discussion, the night includes a Guest Speaker, a Recipe Exchange to bring your favorite HCG recipes if already in the program, and a Clothing Exchange so you can bring clothes that are getting too big for you now! Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center @ 120 S. Howard Ave. (813) 258-0458. www.RaydianceWellness.com.
JULY 29-31 Change Your Mind, Change Your Weight program, July 31, 4-6pm.. Join Stacy Renz, OTR/L, PYT, E-500 RYT, CHt, to learn about Living Room Yoga's new program to help you release your extra weight using yoga, coaching, and hypnosis. Class includes a stress releasing hypnosis session and a stress release hypnosis CD. $20 28 JULY 2010 • Tampa Bay Wellness
by 7/24; $30 afterwards. Register at www. livingroomyoga.biz, 727-826-4754, or 1608 29th Ave N., St. Pete 33713.
EARLY AUGUST BOOK SIGNING - Patricia McGivern, author of Angel Babies: Messages from Miscarried and Other Lost Babies will be giving a talk and doing a book signing at the Body, Mind, Spirit Expo (bmse.net) at the Sheraton Airport, Tampa at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 1. www.PatriciaMcGivern.com Ananda Yoga Teacher Training August 2010 Training at Jai Dee Yoga and Wellness Studio. With LeShan Barrios, ERYT. Excellent for those who want to become Registered Yoga Teachers or who want to deepen your personal practice. Contact us for more information. 813-231-2300, www.jaideeyoga.com. 5803 N. Florida Ave, Tampa. Healing Arts Alliance Reunion Thursday, Aug. 19 - Speakers, group sharing, vision for the future Contact me if you want to speak, facilitate or record. On gorgeous 2 acre retreat center on a lake, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Love Offering $10, no one will be turned away. Esperanza Interfaith Center. 1217 Leisure Ave. Tampa, FL 33613 Register online at www.EsperanzaInterfaithCenter.com Call Rev. Maria Pierre, 813293-9410
Ongoing Meetings Sundays Wisdom Through Action - Work teaching for the 21st century in the tradition of G.I. Gurdjieff & P.D. Ouspensky. Now accepting students. Various Tampa and St. Pete locations. Sundays, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM www.wisdomthroughaction.org or (888) 889-9588
MONDAYS Pre & Post Natal Yoga, Mondays, 7:15pm-8:30p, This yoga is designed for women during & after their pregnancy & focuses on a safe gentle flow of poses. Breathing techniques as well as pelvic exercises are incorporated to promote a more comfortable labor & delivery. Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center @ 120 S. Howard Ave. (813) 258-0458. www.RaydianceWellness.com ($13) *A delicious cup of organic brewed tea is included after class. Power Yoga, Mondays, 6:00pm-7:00p, A strong yoga flow class geared towards students who have a regular practice. Get ready to take your practice to a new level creating heat & energy to balance & heal the
body. Various forms of music are often used to create a heightened state of awareness. Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center @ 120 S. Howard Ave. (813) 258-0458. www. RaydianceWellness.com ($13) *A delicious cup of organic brewed tea is included after class.
TUESDAYS ON GOING WELLNESS AND FITNESS CLASSES IN - Tai Chi QiGong (cultivating your inner energy): Mon. 9:30-10:30; Tues. and Thur. 1:30-2:30 at New Day Unity Fellowship located at 8012 W. Waters Ave., Tampa. $4 Adults, $2 for ages 60 and above. Class formate: Tai Chi QiGong Soma Motion Temple Style 20 Movements by Instructor Sharon M. Snow. For details call (813) 2497356 or flsnow@verizon.net.
THURSDAYS Hatha Flow Yoga with Jamie Blessinger, 500 RYT. Ongoing, Thursdays 6:00pm. Hatha Flow is an excellent class for all people who would like a little push beyond the beginner level. Check www.jaideeyoga.com for Beginner, Gentle and Vinyasa Flow classes. 5803 N. Florida Ave. 813-231-2300.
SATURDAYS Reiki Yoga, Saturdays, 10:30am-12:00n, Open and balance your Chakras in this energetic class that combines Reiki energy work with Restorative Yoga. Maximize the combined healing experience!! Raydiance Helio Spa & Wellness Center @ 120 S. Howard Ave. (813) 258-0458. www.RaydianceWellness.com ($10) Volunteer to Mentor a Child - Gulf Coast Community Care needs volunteers age 30 and older for its mentoring program. Volunteers give the gift of time to a child and are provided social activities and receive ongoing support from agency staff. There are children throughout Pinellas County waiting for mentors! To learn how you can make a lasting difference in the life of a child, call Beverly (727) 479-1841 or Fanya (727) 4791831. www.gcjfs.org
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CO-DEPENDENCE TO CO-CREATION by LISA RAPHAEL
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he core of co-dependence is caring more about another person than yourself - and that has been considered heroic in legend and religion for eons! We are told that Christ gave his life for us; we honor those who sacrifice their lives for their country; suicide bombers are honored (within their society) for sacrificing their lives to a cause. Selfless actions are applauded throughout most of human society. Yet over-involvement, entanglement in another’s life and affairs can be unhealthy and unproductive.
Maybe we are confusing caring with self sacrifice. The key to the dilemma lies in the word “selfless”. Turn around the two parts of the word selfless and we get less self. How effectively can we give to another when each caring gesture entails having less of ourselves to give? It may be appropriate for the parent of a young child to place the needs of the child before her own, as long as there is no other way for the child to meet its needs. But it is no longer appropriate once the child becomes an adult. An adult who is not given the opportunity to learn how to care for him or herself is not capable of taking care of another. In generational cycles of co-dependence, each generation has less to give others. According to Elisabeth Kubler Ross, a parent has two major responsibilities: Knowing when to put the training wheels on - and when to take them off! On the soul journey, there is a distinction between those whose orientation is Service To Self and those whose orientation is Service To Others. Service to Others is considered the worthier calling. In STO we are invited to be co-creators, not co-dependents. Due to our intimate connection with and influence on all of life, when we take responsibility for creating our own reality, our own happiness, we are also accepting responsibility for others’ happiness. We are all One. Co-creation is a wonderful way to resolve the dilemma of co-dependence. In co-creation, the more responsibility I take for my own happiness, the more effectively I enhance the happiness of www.tampabaywellness.com
others. It is no longer a choice between what is best for me and what is best for the other. They are the same. The more successful I am in fulfilling my own needs and desires, in making myself happy, the more I contribute to others’ fulfillment.
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