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A SHANA TOVAH (HAPPY NEW YEAR)
TO ALL OUR JEWISH MEMBERS AND FRIENDS
A TREAT FILLED
HOLLOWEEN
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September 18th, 2011 –
Mark S. Rubin, M.D., F.A.C.S., a local ophthalmologist, has
been practicing in
November
13th, 2011 – Dr. Armand Zilioli.
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CONTENTS
From Barbara
Staying Alive
Follow the New Rules of Weight Loss
Health Message
OMG – but isn’t it the truth
Labels
To Life
Just for Us Gals
What is a Calorie?
My New Doctor
Tasty Tips
10 Tips to Building a Healthy Meal
Thought for the Day
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FROM BARBARA
Well, we were lucky – Hurricane Irene decided to leave us alone and this
summer is almost over – all I did this summer was stay home (except for a few
days to my grandkids on Long Island), and go from my air conditioned house to
my air conditioned car to whatever air conditioned store (or other air
conditioned destination) and then just reversed the procedure. This has been an exceptionally hot summer and,
I find that now that I’m a “senior” citizen (note I didn’t use the word “older”
citizen) I can’t take the sun… this from someone who grew up on the beaches in
Brooklyn (Brighton Beach – the other end to Coney Island for those of you who
never heard of Brighton Beach) – my friends and I used to spend every day we
could on the beach, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
We did this from Memorial Weekend to the day before school started again
the week after Labor Day.
It’s funny, now that I live in
Our guest speaker, Dr. Mark Rubin, will be speaking to us about all types
of eye problems that we, as seniors, may have.
He will also answer any and all questions you may have. He received his bachelor’s degree from the
State University of Buffalo and then attended medical school at the University
of Bologna, Italy, receiving his Summa Cum Laude in 1974. Returning to
Dr. Rubin’s practice here concentrates on same day cataract surgery,
laser surgery, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma, uveitis, and
whatever other forms of ophthalmology is needed.
Now, for those of you who expected our friend, Dr. Armand Zilioli, to be
our speaker, let it be known that Dr. Z won tickets to his alma mater’s (Notre
Dame) foot game being held that weekend.
He has promised to be our November 13th meeting speaker.
This issue of our newsletter has a lot of articles from things people
have sent me via e-mail. I thank all of
my e-mail buddies for doing that as it is making the newsletter a little easier
for me. Also, you’ll notice that there
are a lot of “nutrition” type items in this newsletter (some serious, some not
so serious) – well, I decided it was time that we all learned to think a little
about what we put into our bodies.
I know that since I started eating better, I’ve lost some weight and find
that I can get around a lot easier.
That’s it for now – will let you know what’s happening next time.
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Our thanks
to Rick, editor of the PPS Manager.
REVanDerLinden, June, 2011
For many PPS folks,
hypoventilation (not breathing enough) can creep up slowly over the years as
diaphragm and chest muscles progressively weaken. Dysphagia often runs side by
side with breathing problems. Either condition can be deadly by itself, but
when the two are combined the threat is tripled.
[Dysphagia: difficulty or
discomfort in swallowing. Can result in food being aspirated (sucked into the
lungs). Studies indicate as many as half of PPS folks may be affected.]
Difficulty swallowing is a
troublesome, stressful, and sometimes dangerous problem. In fact, fear of
choking in public is a real and disabling symptom of the disorder.
Consider this – you’re barely
able to breathe enough, then you suck food or drink or maybe just saliva into
your lungs, start to cough, muscles get weaker, aspirated debris won’t come up,
infection sets in, you end up in the hospital.
To avoid this cascade of events,
careful attention to how you swallow can be very useful, and breathing problems
should be assessed and treated (normally with bilevel ST noninvasive positive
pressure ventilation) as early as possible. And, using a vent can actually
improve swallowing, but we’ll talk about that later.
Swallow
Carefully
There are two main phases of
swallowing. The first phase is the part we have control over – the voluntary
phase. The second is involuntary and controlled by the brainstem.
[An ear, nose and throat doctor
might order a barium swallow to confirm the diagnosis of dysphagia and problems
with the upper and lower esophageal sphincters.]
Phase 1: Seeing and smelling food
stimulates the digestive juices. You take a bite. You control your lips, jaws,
and tongue to make a bolus (that’s the medical term for a ready-to-swallow wad
of food). Then you use your tongue to push the bolus to the back of your throat
where the gag reflex takes place. That reflex is the beginning of the
involuntary phase. But before we get to that, let’s talk about what can go
wrong up to this point and how to avoid problems.
The consistency is important. Is
the food liquid or a dry solid or somewhere between the two? The easiest bolus
to get down is usually a thick paste. Careful chewing and mixing in of saliva
or some other liquid will help attain that level of swallowability of dry
foods. If you’re eating a liquid such as soup, you can add crackers. There are
also thickening products commercially available.
When you’re ready to swallow,
don’t be distracted. Those of us with PPS swallowing problems might have one
set of muscles weaker than others, so each of us has to develop our best
technique. In my case, I have to turn my head to the right and lower my chin as
I swallow, then give it an extra second or two to be sure it made it past the
critical juncture where the wind pipe and esophagus meet. If I don’t keep my
chin down and to the side through this phase, food will usually go over the
edge into the trachea. Socially -- people who are unaccustomed to my ways often
wonder what I’m looking at.
Once the bolus gets sent on its
way past the back of the throat, the brain stem takes over and a wave of muscle
activity (called peristalsis), and the automatic opening and closing of the
sphincters at the top and bottom of the esophagus completes the journey to the
stomach.
What
can go wrong?
If polio did damage to the brain
stem (as in bulbar polio, and perhaps to a lesser extent in cases of paralytic
polio) breathing and swallowing are usually affected and could become symptoms
of PPS later in life. It seems reasonable that both should be managed carefully
and medically treated as needed.
[Hypoventilation: reduction in
level of oxygen in the blood, and simultaneous increase in carbon dioxide
(CO2). In chronic cases, includes increased level of CO2 in organs.]
Hypoventilation Syndrome (HVS)
comes in a few different flavors based on the source of the problem. However,
the bottom line is: Breathing is slowed, interrupted, or otherwise inadequate
because certain muscles are too weak to do the job.
Bilevel
ST Can Help
When breathing isn’t right,
everything is wrong. Bad breathing can impair thinking, weaken muscles, harm
organs, and encourage depression, etc. All of which could affect eating habits.
When hypoventilation is properly treated, some muscle strength can be regained,
particularly in the areas surrounding the chest. A properly applied ventilator
can also help lung function by introducing a deep, humidified breath, which is
then expelled as completely as possible. This helps aspirated debris work its
way out of the lungs as normal breathing is intended to do.
[A person with PPS breathing and
swallowing problems can minimize the risk of lung sickness by using breathing
assistance, avoiding contact with sick people, and swallowing carefully.]
What’s the worst that can happen?
If you do everything right and
still have problems, there are two remaining, invasive actions available that
can prolong your life while maintaining a reasonable quality of life. Each has
specific management challenges, but they are worthy of serious consideration.
Tracheostomy
Muscles in the neck direct not
only food, but also air. There may come a time when noninvasive ventilation via
positive pressure sends air into the stomach, or is a too high a pressure to
work effectively by way of a mask. At that point a permanent trach tube (PTT)
may be the answer.
A PTT is a tube, which is
surgically inserted in the front of the neck. When breathing assistance is
needed (at night, or full time depending on personal need), the ventilator is
connected to the tube and bilevel pressure is applied directly into the
trachea. When disconnected, talking and swallowing are normally enabled.
Feeding
Tube
Feeding tubes can be temporary or
permanent. The temporary kind, called a nasogastric feeding tube, or
"NG-tube", is passed through the nose, down the esophagus, and into
the stomach. This type of feeding tube is generally used for short term
feeding, usually only 2 weeks maximum.
A gastric feeding tube (or
"G-tube," or "button") is a tube inserted through a small
incision in the abdomen into the stomach and is used for long-term nutrition.
Pureed food and fluids are
injected by syringe. The tube and button may need replacement as soon as a few
months, though some have lasted 2 or 3 years before replacement was necessary.
Although the G-tube is not
generally effective in most aging or dementia related illnesses, there is some
evidence of positive outcomes in neuromuscular diseases such as ALS and PPS.
The overall rate of complication
is about 1%, most commonly irritation around the insertion point, a situation
minimized by careful maintenance.
It’s difficult to face the
possibility of having to take invasive measures to stay alive, but after using
up all the available non-invasive options, it’s good to know something can
still be done.
In an informal poll, 4 out of 5
PPS folks say they would rather starve to death than feed themselves via
G-tube. Eating is that important to them.
Of course, eating is very
important. Not only is it the single solitary method of subsistence we’ve
depended on and enjoyed all our lives, but it also plays a part in social
bonding.
On the other hand, as swallowing
problems get progressively worse, the fear of choking on food while eating brings
on a fear of eating in public. Eventually a fear of eating, even in private,
can develop and starvation becomes a real threat.
Looking at it from a purely
practical point of view, there are definite advantages to going from severe
swallowing problems to a G-tube, one being the convenience of not having to
prepare meals and do dishes. I know it seem silly to think of, but even though
my wife does half the cooking and dish cleaning, and all the shopping, I spend
a sizeable portion of my daily energy allotment on meal processing.
Another advantage is that it’s
easier to get the right nutrition from a pre-packaged mix than from the average
person’s hard-to-swallow mix of food groups.
Besides the gross factor, there
are other disadvantages to a G-tube. I asked around and couldn’t find anyone
who uses a G-tube, but our good friend Richard Daggett knew a fellow in
You would expect to be depressed
if forced into a situation where it’s either a G-tube or starvation. Life
without food is a tough decision.
When I asked the open question at
a recent PPS meeting, Glenda (who has PPS with non-critical breathing and
swallowing weakness and diabetes and heart problems) told us she would not even
consider a G-tube. So I asked if she injected insulin to treat diabetes. She
does, she stated, but often stops and asks herself if it’s worth it. Obviously
it is, as she continues treatment.
The inability to swallow your own
saliva means you have to spit it out. We swallow saliva more often than we
realize, so it would be a real issue. You’d have to carry a container all the
time. Because it’s something we do without thinking, I aspirate saliva as often
as I do food and drink.
Gladys Swensrud points out: “The
folks that I know with saliva issues, like some with Parkinson's Disease, carry
a towel to absorb saliva. It is much more portable than a basin and you can
easily tuck it away and out of sight for public areas and yet is handy for constant
use.” [I’ve known people with saliva issues to use a soda can or a soda bottle
with darkened bottom.]
So, why should we even talk about
these unpleasant things? Well, it’s a life or death decision that any of us may
face some day. Assuming proper breathing assistance has assured maximum brain
(mind) health and therefore our decision-making process is un-impaired, we are
more likely to choose life – as long as there’s a good reason to live.
Polio survivors adapt, adjust,
compen-sate, and do what has to be done to get through life. Where do you draw
the line? At what point do you give up and give in?
Personally, all I need is a
functioning body to support my brain – my creative mind. I don’t see myself
wasting it because the means of doing so is yucky.
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RealAge is e-mailed
to me almost every day – this is an article from one of the May editions.
RealAge Article
Follow the New Rules of Weight Loss
By Mehmet C. Oz,
MD, and Michael F. Roizen, MD
The path to your
new life and your new shape really is simple. Adopt these strategies and watch
your body change effortlessly.
Make Your Eating Plan Automatic
Over a 14-day
period, train yourself to make good-for-YOU food choices (Step 2 makes this
easy). You'll reprogram your appetite, so YOU will be in charge of what you're
eating.
Eat three main
meals, plus snacks, so you're never hungry.
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Eat the same things for breakfast and lunch almost every
day. Yes, every day. People who minimize food choices lose more weight.
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Eat Deliciously
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Fill up on whole-grain carbohy-drates (that includes
vegetables); fiber; nuts; and lean, healthy protein such as fish, poultry, and
(sparingly) lean meats.
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In a hunger emergency, chew on your favorites from this
list: apples, almonds, walnuts, edamame (soybeans), sugar-free gum, chopped
veggies, nonfat yogurt or cottage cheese. And water, of course.
Remember That Waist Is More Import-ant Than
Weight
Because of its
proximity to vital organs, belly fat is the most dangerous fat you can carry.
It is one of the strongest predictors of health risks (heart disease, diabetes,
and more bad stuff) associated with obesity.
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Ditch the scale in favor of the tape measure.
·
Measure your waist and aim small: Ideal is 32 1/2 inches or
less for women and 35 inches or less for men.
Stay Satisfied
To lose weight, you
need to eat.
·
Eat often -- five or six times throughout the day -- so
you're always satisfied. Slipping into starvation mode makes your body wants to
store fat.
·
Eat plenty of fiber and some protein in the morning: Fiber
in the morning helps control afternoon cravings; protein decreases appetite.
Add Support
Enlist a friend,
family member, or new on- line buddy as your partner. Everyone needs
encouragement -- and an occasional prod.
·
After finishing your 30-minute walk every day, call a buddy
or post something on the YOU Diet boards for a pat on the back.
·
When you start the 20-minute workout, do the same thing.
It's Okay to Make Mistakes
As long as you
quickly get back on the right road, you won't travel too far down the wrong one.
Just make a YOU-turn to change course.
A Few Final Tips
·
Check food labels. Don't buy anything with more than 4 grams
of saturated fat or 4 grams of any sugar (especially high-fructose corn syrup)
per serving. Saturated fat is an ager that's bad for your whole body, and
simple sugars make you crave high-calorie foods.
·
Get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night. Fatigue also makes you
crave sugary foods. Why? They release the brain chemicals that a lack of sleep
leaves you short on.
·
Eat a little healthy fat -- like a handful of walnuts --
about 20 minutes before a meal. It will take the edge off, so you won't be
tempted to overeat.
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Choose elegance over force. Weight-loss battles are won when
you diet smart, not hard.
From YOU: On a Diet, by RealAge experts Michael F. Roizen, MD, and
Mehmet C. Oz, MD
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Another e-mail from one of our members, Beverly
Schroll – Thanks, Bev.
HEALTH MESSAGE
1. If walking/cycling is good for your
health, the postman would be immortal.
2. A whale swims all day, only eats
fish, drinks water and is fat.
3. A rabbit runs and hops and only lives
15 years.
4. A tortoise doesn't run, barely walks
& does nothing... yet lives for 450 years.
And
you want me to Exercise?
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This next little
“article” came from one of our local members, Conrad Garlo – Thanks, Conrad.
OMG ---
but isn¹t it the truth!!!!!
A group of seniors were sitting around talking about all their ailments.
"My arms have gotten so weak I can hardly lift this cup of
coffee," said one.
"Yes, I know," said another. "My cataracts are so bad; I
can't even see my coffee."
"I couldn't even mark an "X" at election time, my hands
are so crippled," volunteered a third.
"What? Speak up! What? I can't hear you!"
"I can't turn my head because of the arthritis in my neck,"
said a fourth, to which several nodded weakly in agreement.
"My blood pressure pills make me so dizzy!" exclaimed another.
"I forget where I am, and where I'm going," said another.
"I guess that's the price we pay for getting old," winced an old man
as he slowly shook his head.
The others nodded in agreement.
"Well, count your Blessings," said a woman cheerfully - - "thank
God we can all still drive"
Must be from
FECPPSG Editor’s Note: - Maybe they
should make an appointment
with Dr. Rubin.
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Thanks, MaryPat.
Just a reminder to
all of us to be sure to read the labels on ALL the products we use.
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The following is
from Prof. Michael Kossove, whose articles have appeared several times in our
newsletters, and has been a guest speaker at our meetings several times –
Thanks, Michael.
TO LIFE!!
Someone
once said that the best cure for depression is to stop watching the news on TV,
and stop reading the newspaper. Here in NY the 5 pm news talks about how
our census dropped today by how many were killed in the city, and by what
method. There are so many methods. The 11 pm news, if I stay up
that late, adds to the numbers. When you look at how many people were
shot and killed in one day in the big cities, you have to wonder why we worry
about Swine Flu. We have 2 deaths in NY since the epidemic began, and at
least 10 people are shot, killed, or both daily. What’s the answer?
You just go about your life and live it, regardless of the quality, if you love
life.
I have
read so many polio posts on so many websites over the years, covering
everything from dandruff to cancer, and their relationship to polio and
PPS. It shows we are aging. Years ago we wrote on websites about
happy times; children, grandchildren, graduations, marriages, vacations,
etc. We gave support to those who lost a loved one. You read many posts
now on different sites and it’s all about pain and suffering. The big
question is: “Is this a result of PPS?” But as we grow older, we normally begin
to age, perhaps a nicer word for “break down.” I go to the
ophthalmologist annually, and I need a new prescription, she says to me: “well,
you know, as you age so does your sight.” Like that’s going to make me
feel better. We all know we’re aging. Every time I see my
grandchildren, then look at my children, I realize that I was once there, and
now I’m here.
We, as
polio survivors, have lived longer than many of our friends who did not have
polio. We are still subject to the diseases that others get without
having polio. To try to relate every medical problem to PPS will only get
you into therapy. Lately I’ve been reading about chemotherapy and
PPS. We know chemotherapy has side effects. We’ve seen it on TV, in
the newspaper, in family and friends. Sometimes it works, and sometimes
it doesn’t. But the people who undergo chemo have a goal, “TO
LIVE.” I feel that at my age PPS isn’t going to kill me, but cancer
might. Loving life as I do, I’m not going to worry about the chemo
affects on PPS.
I’d be more concerned about the chemo effects on my cancer, which is life
threatening. You have to take care of the life threatening issues first
or you wouldn’t have to worry about PPS any more.
TO LIFE!!
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This came from one
of my local friends – and since this particular newsletter seems to be dealing
quite a
bit with our weight
control, thought I would put this one in.
Thanks, Millie….
Just for us Gals…
With time, women gain weight because we accumulate so much information
and wisdom in our heads
that when there is no more room, it distributes out to the rest of our
bodies. So we aren't heavy, we are
enormously cultured, educated and happy.
Beginning today, when I look at my butt in the mirror I will think,
Good grief, look how smart I am!
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Another e-mail
cutie – this one from Gary Fredericks, one of our NY State members --- thanks,
What is a calorie?
Calories are the
little monsters that get into your wardrobe at
night and sew your
clothes tighter...
MY CLOSET IS INFESTED WITH THE LITTLE CREEPS!!
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Here’s another one
from Prof. Michael Kossove – all about his new Oriental doctor.
My New Doctor
Q:
Doctor, I've heard that cardio-vascular exercise can prolong life.
Is this true?
A: Your heart only
good for so many beats, and that it...don't waste on exercise. Everything
wear out eventually. Speeding up heart not make you live longer; it like
saying you extend life of car by driving faster. Want to live
longer? Take nap.
Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables?
A: You must grasp
logistical efficiency. What does cow eat? Hay and corn. And
what are these? Vegetables. So steak is nothing more than efficient
mechanism of delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain?
Eat chicken. Beef also good source of field grass (green leafy
vegetable). And pork chop can give you 100% of recommended daily
allowance of vegetable product.
Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?
A: No, not at
all. Wine made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine, that mean they
take water out of fruity bit so you get even more of goodness that way.
Beer also made of grain. Bottom up!
Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio?
A: Well, if you
have body and you have fat, your ratio one to one. If you have two
bodies, your ratio two to one, etc.
Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise
program?
A: Can't think of
single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No pain...good!
Q: Aren't
fried foods bad for you?
A: YOU NOT
LISTENING! Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil. In fact,
they permeated by it. How could getting more vegetable be bad for you?!?
Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft
around the middle?
A: Definitely
not! When you exercise muscle, it get bigger. You should only be
doing sit-up if you want bigger stomach.
Q: Is chocolate bad for me?
A: Are you
crazy?!? HEL-LO-O!! Cocoa bean! Another vegetable! It
best feel-good food around!
Q: Is swimming good for your figure?
A: If
swimming good for your figure, explain whale to me..
Q: Is getting in shape important for my lifestyle?
A: Hey!
'Round' is a shape!
Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food
and diets.
And remember:
Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention
of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather to skid
in sideways, martini in one hand, chocolate in the other, body
thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO-HOO, what a
ride!!"
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Continuing with my
“nutritional” newsletter, this one is from the “USA Weekend” edition, August
12-14, 2011.
Tasty tips…
Pick the least-processed foods.
An apple is a whole
food, applesauce is slightly processed, and apple juice is the most processed
of the three – so the most healthful choice is the apple.
Halve the nuts.
If the recipe calls
for nuts, use half the amount, but toast the nuts – that intensify the flavor
and saves on calories.
Think about portions.
Strive to have half
of your plate made up of fruits and vegetables.
Try add-ins.
Add fresh or dried
fruits such as chopped apples, raisins, kiwi or orange slices to green leafy
salads.
Add beans.
Try rinsed and
drained canned beans in soups, stews and salads. They are a low-fat, high-fiber protein.
Whole grains are the best choice.
Select whole-grain
products over processed ones. Consider
whole-grain bread, whole-grain pasta, brown rice, quinoa and bulgur.
Spice up your grains.
Add vegetables or
dried fruits to grain-based dishes such as rice or couscous.
Replace the white flour.
Substitute
whole-wheat flour for up to half or more of the white flour in recipes. Make muffins using oatmeal, bran or
whole-wheat flour.
Buy leaner cuts of meat.
Look for ones with
the words “loin” or “round” in the name.
Go skinless.
Cook poultry with
the skin on to keep it moist, but
remove the skin before eating to reduce the fat.
Another little tip –
Stop building meals around convenience and fast foods. Get back to the basics.
FECPPSG Editor’s Note:-
I’ve gotten into the habit of requesting a box as soon as I order my
food in a restaurant and putting approximately half of it in when delivered to
me – that way I know I’m watching what I eat and… I also have a second meal out
of it. Works for me….
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Reprinted from
10 Tips to Building
A Healthy Meal
Based on the
■ By following the tips listed, you can adjust the portions on your plate
to get more of what you need without too many calories.
■ Make half your plate veggies and fruits that are red, orange and dark
green (i.e.: tomatoes, sweet potatoes and broccoli).
■ Add lean protein like chicken, pork, beans, tofu and lean beef/pork
with a serving of seafood at least twice a week.
■ Include whole grains that provide more nutrients like fiber
than refined grains.
■ Don’t forget dairy in the form of a cup of low-fat or
fat-free milk/yogurt or soy milk.
■ Avoid extra fat found in gravies and sauces. Squeeze a little lemon or sprinkle low-fat
parmesan cheese over broccoli instead of topping with a cheese sauce.
■ Take your time and eat slowly.
Savor your food and be mindful of when you have had enough.
■ Use a smaller plate to help with portion control.
■ Take control of your food by eating at home more often, choosing
healthier options when you eat out, and eating baked instead of fried foods.
■ Try new foods and recipes that keep things interesting and satisfying.
■ Satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthy way by serving a fresh fruit
cocktail, a fruit parfait made with yogurt, or a baked apple sprinkled with
cinnamon.
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From one of our
local members – much THANKS, Conrad.
Thought for the Day
This really does
work.
I’ve tried it
several times and it worked every time – even tried it again this morning….
If you feel like doing some work, sit down and wait…
The feeling does go away!!!
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Looking forward to seeing everyone at our meeting –
should be a very interesting and
informative one.
Barbara
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FLORIDA EAST COAST POST-POLIO
SUPPORT GROUP
12 Eclipse Trail /
386-676-2435 /
e-mail address: bgold@iag.net
DATE: Sunday,
September 18th, 2011
TIME:
PLACE: Red Lobster Restaurant
Right off I-95 – Exit 261–
(head EAST for about 1/4 mile)
SPEAKER: September 18th, 2011 – Mark S.
Rubin, M.D., F.A.C.S.,
a local ophthalmologist,
who has been practicing in Daytona
Beach since 1988 will go over
whatever you want to know
about your eyes.
Cost of the Luncheon is $13.00 all
inclusive. As usual we will have a choice of
several different menu items.
Please send in your reservation tear sheet
and check
no later than September 15th, 2011
Any questions call Barbara at 386-676-2435.
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R E S E R V A T I O N F O R M
September 18th, 2011 Luncheon Meeting
Name: _______________________________ Phone
No.: _________________
Number of People Coming: _________ Number in Wheelchair(s): ___________
Amount of Check Enclosed: ________________ @ $13.00 per person
Make
check payable to and mail same to:
FLORIDA EAST COAST POST-POLIO SUPPORT GROUP
12 Eclipse Trail --
09/2011
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dues covers the supplies we need to send out the information packets to all
inquiring about Post-Polio Syndrome, any other correspondence we do, and
postage for publicity and for the out-of-country (25) newsletters that we send
out. We’re fortunate in that the “Free
Matter for the Blind and Physically Handicapped” status takes care of the
postage for the over 400 newsletters sent out within the United States. We network with approximately 60 other
support groups throughout the
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WHEN YOU MOVE – PLEASE be sure to
send us your new address. Sometimes the
post-office will return the newsletter to us with a “forwarding period expired”
notice on the front with your new address but most of the time they are just
returned to us with “address unknown” on it.
SO, if you want to continue receiving the newsletter it is UP TO YOU to
make sure we have your new address.
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2011 DUES/MAILING
LIST
____ Dues Enclosed ____ Keep me on mailing list
If sending dues,
please make Check ($5.00) Payable to and Mail to:-
FLORIDA EAST COAST POST-POLIO
SUPPORT GROUP
12 Eclipse Trail,
NAME:-__________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:-_______________________________________________________
E-MAIL
ADDRESS:-__________________________ FAX #:- _______________
TELEPHONE NO:-Home
_______________________ Office ________________
Date of
Birth:-_________________ Wedding Anniversary:-________________
Name and Date of
Birth of Spouse:-_____________________________________
09/2011