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Form left to right: Tom Farrell (patient), Cheryl Rivera, Julio Moron, Dr. Michael Hodish and
Julia Zhang
by JUDIE SZUETS
Special to The Hour
Phone, HDTV, Dash Navigation, V Cast TV, Vista, Powercast . . . The recent 2007 International CES electronics show in Las Vegas featured yet another slew of cutting edge, high tech product and service names and
acronyms . . . CEREC®, Diagnodent®, Invisalign, implant, digital X-ray . . . Hold on, those aren’t electronics.
High tech has hit dentistry in a big way. The advent of computer based dental practices has been accompanied by
laser and digital technology to impact the way dental patients today receive both necessary and elective cosmetic dental care. Long gone are the dental offices of your father’s day. However, in the Hodish family the career lineage continues, albeit in a sleeker, higher tech, cutting edge dental practice.
Michael Hodish, DMD, joined his father’s practice—whose doors opened over 50 years ago—in 1983. In 1999, having established the practice as his own Advanced LASER Dental Group, Dr. Hodish took the practice into the new
millenium by enthusiastically embracing the technological revolution, giving patients the most advanced dental laser
and digital tech care in the area. “These have been remarkable times of change for practicing dentists,” says Dr. Hodish.
Not only do computers handle the administrative portion of a dental practice—tasks like appointment scheduling,
insurance tracking, treatment planning, billing, and appointment reminders—but there are treatment techniques
offered today that can allow for dental surgery without bleeding and cavity filling without shots of anesthesia.
Dr. Hodish’s practice stays abreast of all technological advances and integrates them into the practice. The following are just some of the very latest dental techniques you will find at his 454 Main Avenue offices in Norwalk.
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LASER dentistry
Use of lasers in dentistry is a remarkable, treatment-altering advance in the dental world. It allows for filling cavities without drilling or numbness, surgery without bleeding, and sterilization of gum infections. Filling with a laser also means that
children as well as adults no longer need to be given an anesthetic-filled needle to do dental work.
Cerec® 3D (CERamic rEConstruction)
Dr. Hodish’s Advanced LASER Dental Group has been an area leader in the introduction of one of the most revolutionary technologies in the dental profession—Cerec®, short for CERamic rEConstuction—which is
a digital technology.
In conventional dentistry, a compromised tooth requiring a crown, porcelain laminate, inlay,
or onlay involved extensive drilling, taking of impressions, temporary restorations, and waiting for the lab to send back, hopefully, a result that would fit the tooth. That classic technology is over a hundred years old and is, at best, time consuming, requiring several visits.
Instead of making uncomfortable impressions of the teeth, Cerec® technology allows the
dentist to take pictures with a digital camera. Then, using CAD/CAM technology, the dentist designs the restoration using a computer. “The computer guides a microscopic milling
machine, which makes the restoration out of strong ceramic, on
the spot. The whole process usually takes less than two
hours, and is the closest thing I have seen to being able to
replace natural enamel,” says Dr. Hodish. “We can often
do things with it that are impossible with ‘traditional’
dentistry, ranging from dramatic reconstructions to making fillings that are unusually durable.” Resulting restorations are totally tooth colored, metal free, and allow the
preservation of more of the patient’s natural tooth than conventional methods did.
The Cerec® system has been used in Europe for approximately 20 years, resulting in extensive clinical data on durability and biocompatibility of these restorations.
Having studied Cerec® all over the world, Dr.
Hodish is one of only a very few trainers in Cerec®
certified by the International Society of Computerized Dentistry. In 2006, he was named a Fellow
of the Academy of Computerized Dentistry of North
America, signifying great achievement in education in
advanced technological dentistry.
Periodontal plastic surgery (gum lift / gum
sculpting / contouring)
Excessive or asymmetrical gums can be surgically contoured with laser, aesthetically balancing gum tissue and
creating an even smile.
Because the laser eliminates bleeding—gums can
bleed excessively—this surgery has become remarkably
simple and causes little discomfort, whereas when performed with scalpel it was a painful ordeal for the patient.
Using laser for gum lifts also causes little damage to tissue
and results in no scarring, so the gum See HODISH B3
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health • beauty • fitness
Maintaining healthy skin
t used to be a complicated
process to repair the effects of
time, genetics, and environment on your skin, sometimes
requiring surgery and other risky
and time consuming techniques.
Today, a variety of minimally invasive procedures can restore healthy,
clear skin and maintain a healthy,
vibrant appearance with little or no
down time at a fraction of the risk.
Dr. Nicholas Antoniades, of the
Doctors’ Cosmetic Laser Center in
Stamford, has dedicated his medical career to this exciting and
evolving medical niche. Having
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developers, Dr. Antoniades brings a
decade of laser and skincare experience, with all the latest technology
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ooking for the latest, most
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Acupuncture’s Dr. Patrick Guerin
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weight. And it is not another fad
diet.
Dr. Guerin has created a personalized program of auriculotherapy
(acupuncture to the ear), herbs,
and meal supplementation that
helps control clients’ weight without hunger, cravings, or calorie
counting.
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How does the auriculotherapy
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pigmented hair.
Thermage is a revolutionary
treatment to tighten skin without
surgery or recovery time. Utilizing
radio frequency technology, the
ThermaCool system delivers heat
to the skin’s lower layers resulting
in the gradual tightening and rebuilding of the collagen structure,
producing thicker skin, and giving
a more healthy, youthful look.
Cosmetic dermal fillers, such as
Restylane, restore volume and fullness to skin that has undergone
moderate or severe wrinkling; it reduces and softens deep lines and
can redefine the shape of the lips.
Its effects can last for six months or
longer.
Botox® Cosmetic, a purified protein that is administered as several
tiny injections, blocks nerve impulses, thus reducing the involuntary muscle movement that promotes frown lines and crow’s feet.
Over time, Botox® treatment
smoothes the skin surface, softening the lines between the brows
and on the forehead.
Improvements in skincare technology can make a dramatic difference in the appearance of your
skin. Advancements in approaches
to cosmetic care, laser technology,
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reverse the aging process.
Dr. Antoniades’ advice to maintain a healthy look is a proper,
supervised skincare regimen combined with good eating habits, and
the protection of skin from harmful
environmental effects.
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new patients to call at 203.325.
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that there are specific points in the
human ear that can be stimulated
to help dramatically control various
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regnancy can be a daunting
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Birth Partners requires a stringent
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In addition to doula services,
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knowledge and support, couples can
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health • beauty • fitness
THE HOUR
Darien’s Elements Yoga inspired by ‘heroes’ poses
by Donna Kuebler, Elements
Laura Kuebler, SFWMD
t’s that time of the year when
people are starting to carry out
the New Year’s resolutions
they set for themselves back at the
beginning of the year. After
overindulging and all the hustleand-bustle that goes along with the
holidays, it is easy to find yourself
with a few extra, unwanted pounds.
You say to yourself, “Now is the time
to start anew, to start fresh, to lose
weight, to live fit and healthy!”
You’re gung-ho, ready to dive into a
new fitness program with enthusiasm
and resolve. To help you stick with
your regimen, reach your goal, and
maintain a new fit lifestyle, local
yoga studio Elements Yoga in Darien
conducts daily classes that guide you
to a new life of fitness, one that
strengthens you physically and mentally.
There are so many fitness programs out there. “Which one is right
for me?” you wonder. You may energetically begin a fitness plan towards
your New Year’s resolution, but what
happens after a couple of weeks? In
past years, have you reached your
goal? Maybe you started strong and
tapered off, then gave up, as so many
people do. What if this year you
decided to tackle a program that uses
a multidimensional approach—one
that integrates physical activity with
mental acuity? What if you started a
program with staying power? What if
you began one that has sustained for
over five thousand years? Maybe
then you’ll be more likely to enjoy
your fitness program instead of
counting the minutes till each session is over.
So why not try yoga?
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HODISH, from cover
can be sculpted to the desired shape
without shrinking as the healing
process occurs.
Porcelain veneers/
Dental porcelain laminates
A vast majority (80 to 90 percent)
of gum lifts are done in conjunction
with porcelain veneers, which are
wafer-thin shells of porcelain that
are bonded onto the front side of
teeth to create a cosmetic improvement for a tooth. Porcelain veneers
are routinely used by dentists to
make cosmetic changes for teeth
that are discolored, worn, chipped,
or misaligned.
The Cerec® technology, used by
Dr. Hodish, allows for laminates to
be constructed in the office instead
of the lab, giving the patient a complete smile makeover in just one
day.
Invisalign (invisible orthodontic
treatment for adults)
®
Invisalign® braces are a transparently clear, highly effective orthodontic
alternative to the metal braces of
yesteryear. Invisalign® is a proven
technology that has been used in
over 500,000 patients nationally.
Results are often seen in six months
to one year.
Invisalign® uses a series of clear
aligners that are custom molded to
fit the patient. The virtually invisible aligners gradually reposition the
Yoga works on both a physical
and a mental level. It strengthens
and stretches muscles, but each yoga
pose also strengthens and stretches
your psyche as well. Certain poses
are intended to build confidence,
ing the month. Each teacher contributes something new and different
to each expression of the selected
pose—as a result, students experience a quick, yet safe evolution to
the pose physically and also emo-
The team at Elements Yoga tells
stories about some of their ‘heroes.’
First is Steve B., a handsome,
young man who shows up at each
class with a bright smile and a warm,
outgoing personality. Despite a recurring illness he attends daily classes with grace and resolve. A few
weeks ago Steve was the only member of class who succeeded in performing a new and ultra challenging
pose—Mayurasana, or peacock pose.
Steve inspires many at Elements to
remain positive during difficult
times, being grateful for blessings.
Another ‘hero’ deserving recognition is Maria L., a local school
teacher who has been fighting cancer for several years. On many occasions, Maria has felt a safety within
Elements to honestly express fears,
receiving compassionate support
from many at the studio. She has displayed tenacity, resolving not to give
up and to use yoga as one means
toward healing herself. She attends
class each and every day, though
sometimes having difficulty even
walking. She wholeheartedly continues her practice and inspires all to
persevere.
Meet Leslie, a busy mom who
somehow manages to find time to
fund-raise for the Women’s Mentoring Network, a Stamford-based organization that helps women in need
sustain themselves through training
and mentoring. Through her creative efforts, Leslie designed a yoga
fundraiser as a means to generate
money for the organization and to
introduce yoga to its recipients.
Leslie inspires the Elements team of
instructors and practitioners to be
resourceful and take action toward
helping others.
However, one does not need to
survive a disease or raise money for
charity to be a hero. At Elements
Yoga, the ancient practice has
encouraged nurturing bonds, overcoming challenges, and the giving of
support through its introspective and
committed practice.
So this year, Elements Yoga
invites and encourages you to try
something new, to set a higher standard for yourself, and resolve to not
only look and feel great, but to
achieve something mentally and
emotionally valuable as well. They
invite you to be your own hero.
For more information on Elements Yoga visit www.elementsyoga.com or call 203.655.YOGA
(9642). ❦
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Bruce Bassock, owner of Elements Yoga, with two students in studio.
some reduce anxiety, and others promote restfulness. Yoga is essentially a
medicine cabinet full of naturally
attained tried-and-true prescriptions
for what ails your physical and mental being. Plus, the added benefit is
looking and feeling great. This ancient form is perfect for the modern
multi-tasker of today.
To teach students how poses
impact physical and mental levels
simultaneously, Elements Yoga has
initiated a ‘pose of the month.’ This
concept enables students to practice,
hone, and fully experience a specific
pose that is taught in every class dur-
tionally.
The team at Elements Yoga
developed January’s pose with the
intent of recognizing individuals
who have inspired them, so the pose
selected for this month is the
Virasana or Hero Pose. Instructors
hope to inspire others to make and
sustain resolutions toward a new
lifestyle by acknowledging students
who inspire them. Not only is it possible to lose weight, feel great, and
increase overall health, but you can
learn to become more determined,
more compassionate, and more
patient by practicing the art of yoga.
patient’s teeth without the pain and
anxiety that came with metal braces
and their regular tightening appointments. And because they are
invisible, teenagers and adults can
confidently smile throughout orthodontic treatment (Invisalign® treatment is not suitable for children,
whose second molars have not fully
erupted, making typical age to begin
between 13 to 16 years).
The aligners are invisible, comfortable, and removable for eating,
drinking, brushing, and flossing.
Each set of aligners is used for about
two weeks, and is replaced with the
next set of aligners in the series
until the patient’s teeth gradually
move into the position prescribed.
Digital radiography (digital x-rays)
Diagnodent®
An exciting new tool in dental diagnosis is the Diagnodent® system, a
laser used by Dr. Hodish for early
detection of cavities while they are
still very small and can be fixed
using laser or air abrasion. Frequently, this breaks the old cycle of cavities forming, fillings being placed,
and failing over and over again,
leading to major dental problems
later in life.
To diagnose decay on a tooth
the Diagnodent® projects a beam of
laser light onto the tooth. A reading is taken of the way the tooth
flouresces from the laser. This will
change if there is decay, and is
measurable.
Advanced LASER Dental Group
uses digital radiography in the practice, giving instant access to high
quality x-rays, as needed, with up to
90% less radiation than conventional x-rays give out. Digital x-rays
don't need developing and there is
no chemical waste to the environment.
There is the added advantage of
the images being many times larger
than conventional x-rays. Because
the images are viewed on a computer screen, the additional diagnostic
value is the ability to adjust lightness, darkness, and contrast. Dr.
Hodish can also zoom in on a tiny
area of an image under great magnification to see details that would
not be visible in a postage stamp
sized film.
Dental implants
For many years, the “state of the art”
technology used for replacing missing teeth required cutting down the
teeth on either side of a missing
tooth to place a fixed bridge. With
the advent of dental implants, there
is a newer, more naturally comfortable alternative for the replacement
of missing teeth than crowns and
bridges or dentures. A dental
implant is, essentially, a false root.
Implants are made of titanium,
which the body will not reject. In
fact, the body thinks titanium is
bone, and the adjacent bone will
No Pain, Great Gain
My Gym Children's Fitness Center of Fairfield County, with locations in Stamford, Norwalk, and
Fairfield, is currently registering for
their next 10-week session, which
begins January 29th. At My Gym,
the groundwork is set for a lifetime
of health, fitness, and fun. With
classes for children from three
months to 13 years of age, kids
participate in structured, ageappropriate classes incorporating
gymnastics, sports, fitness, games,
relays, rides, dance, and music.
Children gain strength, balance,
coordination, flexibility, and social
and motor skills as well as confidence and self-esteem—all in a
safe, state of the art facility with
highly trained instructors.
heal to the false root, fusing it in
place. By using dental implants,
bone that was destined to slowly and
permanently disappear can be preserved. Teeth can be replaced without compromising surrounding
teeth. Teeth restored with implants
are aesthetically natural and pleasing.
The procedure involved for dental implants requires surgically
placing the implant in the bone, a
procedure which is done in the
denstist's office, requiring only
local anesthesia. Patients report
that it is less traumatic than the
removal of the natural tooth.
During the healing period, the
bone fuses to the implant, which
then serves as a foundation for
replacement teeth, bridges, or a
denture (which would then be
solidly anchored in place).
Dr. Hodish’s Advanced LASER
Dental Group does, of course, still
perform all the more conventional
dental procedures, including cleanings, whitening, endontic therapy
(root canals), preventive care, surgeries to remove wisdom teeth, and
periodontic (gum) care.
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Norwalk MY GYM teachers Gina
Ramsden, Katie Niemczyk, and
Megan Tarantino ensure that every
class and birthday party is a fun
fitness experience
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Dr. Michael Hodish, DMD, of Advanced LASER Dental Group in Norwalk,
surrounded by some of the latest technological equipment he uses in his
practice.
For patients who experience
some level of anxiety with dental
work, Dr. Hodish is experienced in
utilizing several relaxation modalities for relieving the anxiety
patients sometimes experience
when scheduling a dental visit.
Dr. Michael Hodish took his
B.S. degree from the University of
Rochester and his DDS from the
UConn School of Medicine and
Dentistry in Farmington, Conn. He
completed his residency at the University of London Dental Institute
in London, England.
For more information or to
schedule a consultation, call Dr.
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Conditions of the eye seeing new treatments
by Scott Spector, M.D.
The eye: A study in teamwork
The ability of the eyes to see well is
the result of amazing coordination.
In healthy eyes, muscles work in
tandem to keep the eyes straight and
balanced as well as to make them
turn together in any direction. The
pupil and the ciliary muscles
attached to the lens control the
entry and focusing of light rays. The
retina registers the focused image,
which passes via the optic nerve to
the brain. The brain fuses, or blends,
the images sent by each eye into a
three-dimensional image.
All these members of the vision
team work automatically, without our
conscious effort. All of them are
needed if we are to see as well as
nature intended.
However, there are a number of
conditions that affect the ability to
see well.
GLAUCOMA
Glaucoma is often called the “silent
thief of sight” because, in its most
common form, it progresses gradually before victims realize they’re losing their sight. Eventually all vision
may be lost. Sight lost to glaucoma
cannot be restored, but glaucoma
can usually be controlled if it is
detected early. Because it is silent
and strikes adults, Dr. Spector recommends yearly eye exams for people over 35 years of age.
A serious eye disease, glaucoma is
caused by buildup of pressure inside
the eye. This excessive pressure can
cause the retinal cells and optic nerve
fibers to die. Left untreated, glaucoma
can lead to total, irreversible blindness.
Chronic Glaucoma. Chronic glaucoma, the most prevalent type, is
painless. It slowly destroys vision
without warning. By the time a vision
problem is noticeable, irreversible
damage may have occurred.
Those at higher risk for this form
of glaucoma are people with a family
history of normal tension glaucoma,
people of Japanese ancestry, and people with a history of systemic heart
disease, such as irregular heart
rhythm. Chronic glaucoma can be
detected through a routine eye exam.
Acute glaucoma. Acute glaucoma
is marked by a sudden, severe pain in
and around the eye, sharply decreased
The parts of your “Vision Team”:
Cornea. The clear cover at the front that lets light
in.
Iris. Colored ring that opens and closes to adjust
amount of light entering the eye.
Pupil. Hole in iris through which light enters the
eye.
Lens. Transparent structure that focuses light
rays on the retina.
Ciliarymuscles. Muscles inside the eye that
change the lens’s shape to focus images on the
retina.
Retina. Lining at the back of the eyeball that
receives the images focused by the lens.
Opticnerve. Nerve at the back of the eye that
transmits images from the retina to the brain.
vision, nausea and vomiting, and
halos around lights. Acute glaucoma
can lead to blindness in less than 24
hours. To alleviate the pressure, emergency treatment is required. Surgery
or laser treatment may also be necessary to prevent further attacks.
Those at higher risk for this form
of glaucoma are people with a family
history of normal tension glaucoma,
people of Japanese ancestry, and people with a history of systemic heart
disease, such as irregular heart
rhythm. Normal tension glaucoma is
usually detected after an examination
of the optic nerve.
Watch for these warning signs
While glaucoma can occur without
warning, any one of the following
symptoms is possible and warrants a
complete eye exam.
• Rainbow colored halos around
lights
• Narrowing of your vision
• Frequent changes in prescription
glasses without improving vision.
• Abnormally poor vision in dim
light
• Fuzzy or blurred vision, which
may come and go
• Headaches, especially after
watching TV or movies in the dark.
Glaucoma treatment
The most common treatment for
Glaucoma is the use of medications
in the form of eye drops and pills. In
some cases laser surgery is required.
Both eye drops and surgery work by
helping the fluid to drain from the
eye and/or decreasing the amount of
fluid that is produced in the eye.
length of time with diabetes, and
genes.
DIABETES AND YOUR EYESIGHT
Treating retinopathy
People with diabetes do have a higher risk of blindness than people
without diabetes. If you are between
10 and 29 years old and have had
diabetes for at least five years, you
should have an annual dilated eye
exam. If you are 30 or older, you
should have an annual dilated eye
exam, no matter how short a time
you have had diabetes.
But most people who have diabetes have nothing more than minor
eye disorders. You can keep minor
problems minor. And if you do develop a major problem, there are treatments that often work well if begun
immediately.
It is estimated that 90 percent of
diabetic patients may experience
some form of diabetic retinopathy
over the course of their life. Diabetic
retinopathy is a complication of diabetes mellitus, which causes abnormality in the tiny blood vessels nourishing the retina. These vessels weaken, leak fluid and blood, and fail to
provide nutrients necessary for good
health in the retina. Left untreated,
diabetic retinopathy can result in
severe visual loss, including blindness.
Huge strides have been made in
treating diabetic retinopathy. The
sooner retinopathy is diagnosed, the
more likely these treatments will be
successful. Dr. Spector recommends
a yearly eye examination, early diagnosis and treatment are the key to
saving a diabetic’s vision.
Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a general
term for all disorders of the retina
caused by diabetes. There are two
major types of retinopathy:
Nonproliferative retinopathy is the
common, mild form. It usually has no
effect on vision and needs no treatment. But after it is diagnosed, have
your eyes checked at least yearly to
make sure it's not getting worse.
In some people, retinopathy progresses after several years to a more
serious form called proliferative retinopathy.
Your retina can be badly damaged
before you notice any change in
vision. Most people with nonproliferative retinopathy have no symptoms.
Even with proliferative retinopathy,
people sometimes have no symptoms
until it is too late to treat them. For
this reason, you should have your eyes
examined regularly.
Who's at risk
Several factors influence whether
you get retinopathy, including blood
sugar control, blood pressure levels,
CATARACTS
With a clear normal lens, images are
focused clearly on the retina and
vision is sharp. With a cataract, the
lens is cloudy, causing the image to
become blurred and yellowed.
Vision is hazy, colors become faded.
Over 50 percent of people over the
age of 60 suffer from cataracts. A
cataract is a progressive clouding of
the eye’s natural lens that interferes
with light passing through the retina.
Sufferers usually describe the condition as being similar to looking
through a waterfall or a piece of wax
paper, with a gradual blurring or dimming of vision. Cataract sufferers may
also be troubled by bothersome glare,
halos around lights, or even double
vision. Currently there is no treatment to reverse or prevent the development of cataracts. Once they form,
the only way to achieve clear vision is
to remove the cataract from the eye.
LASIK Vision Correction
LASIK is a refractive treatment for
the eye. Refractive surgery is a procedure that alters one’s need for
glasses or contact lenses.
Dr. Scott Spector of Dr. Spector’s
Eye Care Centers performs LASIK
correction on an “outpatient basis”
using the latest VISX Excimer laser.
Persons who suffer from myopia,
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help with LASIK. While you may feel
pressure, the technique is generally
not painful.
DR. SCOTT SPECTOR
Dr. Spector, certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is
a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, conducts lectures to
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ngela
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All her life, Angela Cosmai has
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day she was old enough to reach the
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The staff at Stamford’s Angela
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somewhat of a magic touch. Her
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When it comes to our health,
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Inactive women more at risk for heart
disease and death than sedentary men
I
Step over the threshold into the
Dorr Way to Health
t seems that every
week for a three-year period
year brings with it a
maintained the bone minernew fitness fad.
al density (BMD) in their
From high impact aerobics
spines and hips. The BMD
to kickboxing classes to
of study participants who
yoga, the fads come and
did not exercise, meango. Yet Jazzercise is one
while, was severely reduced.
exercise program still
The loss of estrogen
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For instructor and
a rise in cholesterol and
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triglycerides, important risk
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factors for heart disease.
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rienced decreases in both.
Instructors and trainers at the Jazzercise studio.
or fitness ability.”
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Blending jazz dance
an even more important
with exercise science, the 60- to 65- you’re not going to stick to any pro- predictor of death for women than
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include high energy routines for a you may lose initially.”
research conducted at Chicago’s
When it comes to good health,
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Rush Heart Institute and Johns
along with muscle toning and everyone needs exercise. Regular Hopkins Medical Institutions in
stretching, choreographed to exercise is key to long-term weight Baltimore.
loss and subsequent weight maintetoday’s hottest music.
Exercise ability was so strongly
But if that sounds like your nance, which plays a huge role in correlated with the risk of death
mom’s aerobic classes, think again. reducing the risk of Type 2 diabetes, that even with desirable blood choAs the fitness industry has evolved, heart disease, and other illnesses. lesterol and blood pressure a nonso has Jazzercise. Rzasa, like every For women, there are gender-specif- smoking, sedentary woman had six
one of the more than six thousand ic benefits as well, including a times the risk of dying from heart
certified instructors worldwide, is reduced risk of breast cancer, osteo- disease as a very active woman with
required to keep abreast of the lat- porosis, and menopause symptoms.
the same profile.
Despite the overwhelming eviest developments in fitness. “In
“It’s time for women to take a
addition to emphasizing a low- dence that exercise improves the hard look at how their lifestyles
impact high-intensity workout, quality and length of one’s life, 72 impact their health. Even more
we’re also using the best elements of percent of women are not physical- imperative, it’s time for women to
Pilates, kickboxing, and yoga in our ly active on a daily or even near be strong role models for the girls in
classes these days,” she explained. daily basis, according to data from their lives,” explains Rzasa, “and of
“In fact, Jazzercise is often cited as the 2000 National Health Inter- course all the health related reasons
an industry trend-setter. Not bad view Survey. Yet, walking briskly are compelling, but when it comes
for just 75 to 150 minutes per week
after 37 years.”
down to it results come easier when
Rzasa attributes Jazzercise’s long- is enough to lower a woman’s risk of you’re having fun. That’s what
term success to the program’s breast cancer by 18 percent, accord- Jazzercise is all about!”
founder, Judi Sheppard Missett. “It’s ing to reports from the Centers for
For information about Jazzercise
amazing that Judi is still going Disease Control and Prevention.
in Stamford and Norwalk contact
In a study by German researchstrong. Every 10 weeks, she sends us
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Endocrinology: Could it be hormones?
by Michael E. Doyle, M.D.
century ago, America’s
foremost physician, Sir
William Osler, taught that
listening to the patient was the key
to the practice of medicine. This
point was so important that to this
day, American medical students are
taught Osler’s famous saying, that if
you listen long enough, “the
patient will tell you his (or her)
diagnosis.”
This was about the same time
that European doctors discovered a
new condition called hypothyroidism (low thyroid). In 1914,
Eugene Hertox, M.D., was invited
from Europe to New York’s International Surgical Congress to describe
his groundbreaking work with low
thyroid patients. Hertox taught the
physicians in attendance how to
diagnose and treat this problem
using only the patient’s story, a
physical examination, and natural
thyroid extract. This address is
credited with founding the specialty of endocrinology in America and
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many thousands of patients suffering from hypothyroidism benefited.
But as science advanced, the
practice of listening and examining
became less central to medical care.
Medical skills were largely replaced
by tests. In the case of hypothyroidism, a parade of thyroid tests
were developed. All the while,
many people with classical signs of
low thyroid function, such as
fatigue, low body temperature,
depression, and weight gain were
told that they were “fine” and went
untreated.
Meanwhile synthetic thyroid
treatments were developed and
marketed. While these newer medications certainly helped many
patients, they did not contain all
four thyroid hormones and some
noticed that they often didn’t work
as well as the older medications.
A few doctors, such as Broda O.
Barnes, M.D., refused to accept this
“modern” approach and continued
to rely on medical judgment and
natural extracts. Barnes devoted his
point was that cortisol is not toxic
unless taken at doses that exceed
the body’s needs. This opinion on
the safety of low “physiologic”
doses of cortisol has been strongly
supported by recent scientific
reviews.
Jefferies also pioneered the use
of another adrenal hormone,
DHEA. This hormone acts as a
compliment to cortisol and can
reduce fatigue and help control
autoimmune disease and blood
sugar. Like Osler, Hertox, and
Barnes, Jefferies focused on his
patients’ health, not just test
results. He has pointedly advised
doctors faced with confusing test
results, “when in doubt, treat the
patient.”
Remarkably, in the 1970s Hertox’s grandson, Jacques Hertox,
M.D. (a third-generation endocrinologist), could find no effective
thyroid medication for his patients
in Belgium. Jacques Hertox flew to
America to work with Barnes and
life to thyroid research and treating
patients with thyroid disorders. In
1942, Barnes wrote his classic article on body temperature testing as a
means to help diagnose hypothyroidism. Barnes’ Basal Body
Temperature technique was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Unfortunately, this simple test is now largely forgotten.
In the late 1940s, William McK.
Jefferies, M.D. was at Harvard making remarkable discoveries about
adrenal hormones. Jefferies was an
award-winning research fellow and
was among the first doctors to work
with the newly discovered hormone cortisol (hydrocortisone).
Jefferies noted that this natural
form of cortisone was necessary for
life and that many illnesses could
be caused by its lack. Dr. Jefferies
also wrote that small doses of this
natural hormone could reverse such
conditions as allergies, chronic
fatigue, and auto-immune disease.
Jefferies’s most controversial
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Doctor offers hope for spinal pain sufferers
W
hile spinal pain is
among the most common complaints in
medicine today, finding a reliable
noninvasive treatment has proven
elusive. That’s why Dr. Adrian
Marcus, a Greenwich based chiropractor, offers numerous nonsurgical treatment options.
“I have found that by broadening my scope of practice, it has enhanced my ability to help patients,”
says Dr. Marcus.
Many people who suffer from
chronic back pain try several prescribed remedies to help ease their
discomfort—frequent bed rest, high
doses of pain medication, even
nontraditional approaches. Even
surgery can be at best a temporary
solution. Many simply expect to
live with pain.
Dr. Marcus is the first doctor in
Connecticut to introduce the
DRX-9000 Spinal Decompression
System, a revolutionary technology
used to treat back and neck pain.
The DRX-9000 System treats herniated, bulging, and degenerative
discs, sciatica, facet syndrome, and
post-surgical pain.
“In an ideal situation, the doctor
should use a combination of techniques for the most effective
results,” says Dr. Marcus. “I obtained a degree in acupuncture as
well as chiropractic, so I can utilize
a comprehensive approach with my
patients.”
Dr. Marcus uses chiropractic,
acupuncture, nutritional counseling, physiotherapy, rehabilitative
and core strengthening exercises in
his nonsurgical approach to pain
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Dr. Carlo Honrado, MD, a board
certified facial plastic surgeon,
along with Dermage Aesthetic
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first clinically proven painless
treatment for permanent hair reduction and skin rejuvenation.
Often referred to as a
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developed and marketed by Aesthera™ Corporation (Pleasanton,
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treatment with no downtime and
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Cleared by the Food and Drug
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reduction as well as the removal of
pigmented lesions (brown spots
from sun damage and aging skin)
and vascular lesions (redness
caused by broken capillaries, flushing, as well as fine facial veins).
“Until PPx™ therapy, all medically supervised laser or light based
treatments for hair removal and
skin rejuvenation were painful,
time consuming, and involved the
use of topical anesthetics and messy
treatment gels. Hair reduction patients who were pain sensitive were
left with no alternative but to keep
waxing or shaving. Prior to PPx™,
it was common for patients to start
on a series of hair reduction or skin
rejuvenation treatments but drop
out due to the extreme discomfort
associated with traditional technologies,” explains Dr. Honrado.
“PPx™ therapy is a breakthrough combination of broadband
light and pneumatic energy (vacuum). The treatment is unique in
that a vacuum momentarily draws
the skin into the treatment handpiece. Treatment targets, such as
hair follicles, pigment, and broken
capillaries are drawn closer to the
skin’s surface. A therapeutic light
is gently pulsed onto the skin,
destroying the unwanted hair, pigment, or unsightly veins.
Unlike other laser treatments,
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whole back about 20 minutes,
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performed in under seven minutes.
The treatment requires no anesthetic creams or treatment gels. A
natural cooling process called evaporative cooling activated by vacuum keeps the skin even safer for the
entire duration of the treatment,”
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Exercise: The miracle ‘medicine’ for stress, anxiety, and depression
by Judy L. Klein, M.S.
eeling blue after the holidays? Stressed at work?
Anxious about a project
deadline? It’s time to reach for that
magic pill, but it won’t be found in
your local pharmacy. Instead walk
into your local fitness center and
start moving.
Exercise causes the brain to
release endorphins, which are
opium-like substances that ease pain
and produce a sense of comfort and
euphoria. Exercise also encourages
the nerve cells in the brain to
secrete other neurotransmitters,
such as serotonin, dopamine, and
norepinephrine, which improve
general feeling. Deficiencies in these
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hormones and enzymes have been
linked to symptoms of depression,
anxiety, impulsivity, aggression, and
increased appetite. Researchers have
found that when depressed patients
exercise, they are able to increase
their levels of these natural antidepressants.
Approximately 33 percent of
people suffering from depression and
anxiety do not respond to medications, and for others, medications
can cause unwanted side effects.
Exercise should be considered as a
viable option.
Exercise may also be very beneficial in alleviating depression and
anxiety, and reducing stress because
the exerciser is actually taking an
active role in trying to feel better.
Taking a pill is very passive, whereas
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have not exercised for some time.
When you exercise in a fitness
center you are with other people,
which can make the workout a more
social event. Socializing with others
helps alleviate feelings of anxiety,
depression and stress.
A fitness center also offers a variety of aerobic machines. Using two
or more aerobic machines in one
workout (cross-training) decreases
boredom.
Stress is an inevitable part of life.
The key is how you deal with stress.
Clearly, exercise is an extremely
effective means to cope with the
many “curve balls” that life throws
at us. It’s time to get off the couch
and into the gym.
exercising is very active—therefore,
depressed, anxious, or highly
stressed individuals who exercise
may feel a greater sense of mastery
over their condition and so feel a
greater sense of accomplishment.
According to The National Institutes of Health, researchers have
found that working out improves the
ability to relax or sleep, promotes
self-esteem, enhances energy, concentration, and even memory.
So what is the best form of exercise for managing depression, anxiety, and stress? Any activity that gets
your heart pumping (aerobic exercise) will release endorphins. The
American College of Sports Medicine recommends 20 to 60 minutes
of aerobic exercise, three to five
times a week. However, before start-
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Get ‘unstuck’ from emotional ‘mud puddles’
desire to enter into any
type of therapy most often
results from some feeling of
paralysis—a feeling of ’stuckness.‘
For instance, to use a very simple
metaphor, if one’s feet are stuck in
the mud it makes it hard to move
forward! So let’s look at some of the
situations in life that seem to make
moving forward difficult:
—Being attached to a partner in
an unsatisfying relationship
—Desiring a person who does
not return your feelings
—Being stuck in a job or with a
boss you don’t get along with
—Not having enough money,
whether from want or need
—Feeling lonely and not being
able to find the social life you
would like
—Not feeling in control of eating, drinking, smoking, drugs, etc.
—Feeling “fed up,” uninterested
in life, tired, sad, lacking energy,
depressed
—Not feeling understood, heard
or supported by family or friends
—Afraid of asking for what you
need and standing up for yourself
—Dealing with serious illness,
whether yours or someone close to
you
—Feeling angry and helpless
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over the behavior of others—children, parents, etc.
These are some of the “mud puddles” that can seem difficult from
which to extricate ourselves. By
acknowledging that these and
other issues are holding us back, we
understand that working with an
objective, experienced therapist
helps to sort out these issues. Ultimately this leads to a new and
clearer path on which to move forward in a direction that makes
sense and will produce success and
self-esteem.
There are many ways to enter
into therapy, coaching, and/or
counseling, and usually it is a combination of the three.
Psychotherapy looks at early
socialization, role models, and
experiences of life that influence all
of us as human beings.
Counseling deals with the present and how to remove roadblocks
that stand in the way of forward
movement.
Coaching consists of practicing
definitive, positive behaviors and
carrying them out in order to move
ahead on a clear and successful
path.
Jean Richardson has practiced
in New York City and Connecticut
for the last 25 years and believes in
a positive approach to the issues we
all face. Following are some of the
approaches she presents to the
issues listed above.
Here are just a few of many
approaches to therapy modalities,
decided upon by you and your therapist.
—Traditional once or twice a
week individual therapy lasting 55
minutes.
—Conjoint: Relational therapy
in which you and your significant
other meet for 55 minutes or
longer.
—Group therapy, usually once a
week for one and a half hours
(sometimes less often but more
hours).
—All day (with a break for
lunch) or half day sessions (held as
seldom or as often as the group
decides) that concentrate on one
subject, such as sex, relationships,
parenting, grief and loss of all
kinds, dating, finding the right relationship.
—Two or three person groups for
those who have similar problems
and can be of help to each other;
these groups are typically shortterm, but not always.
Richardson has many ways to
accommodate the individuals involved and the issues with which
they need to deal in as may constructs as possible. This makes therapy, counseling, and coaching a
collaborative construct.
Clients and therapists must
work together to assure the best
possible results. The person or couple who come into therapy do not
have to know just what their issues
are at the beginning of the process.
They do, however, have to be willing to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behavior in order to make
the changes necessary for a fulfilling and successful outcome. The
goal of therapy is to be able to meet
life’s challenges while honoring
one’s emotions. The desired outcome of investing oneself in counseling, coaching, and therapy is to
enjoy a fulfilling and exciting life.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Jean
Richardson, call her in Norwalk at
203.354.8732 or at her NYC office
at 718.938.6149. ❦
Julia Gray, M.D.
Women’s healthcare a specialty for Stamford doctor
ulia Gray, M.D. has practiced gynecology in Stamford for over 20 years. Dr.
Gray has practiced gynecology in
Stamford for over 20 years. A solo
gynecologist, she has a reputation
as a doctor who takes the time to
listen to her patients, giving them
personal, full attention. Because
she does not work with a nurse
practitioner, she returns all
patients’ calls herself with undistracted attention.
The services she provides
women include all aspects of cancer
detection and prevention screening, a wide range of curative surgeries, treatment for postmenopausal
concerns, sexual concerns and dysfunction,
incontinence,
and
changes in anatomy, among others.
Dr. Gray is knowledgeable in
and includes holistic alternatives in
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JULIA GRAY, M.D.
hours.
all the way to
If a subspecialist is needed for
term, it does assist in pregnancies
either a consultation or therapy, Dr.
and treats infertility. Ultrasounds—
for pregnant patients or sufferers of Gray's office will promptly arrange
chronic pelvic pain or ovarian the appointment. Dr. Gray takes
great pride in being practiced at
growths —can be done in the
treating all ages of women's health,
from very young women to older
women, with a caring, attentive
manner. She is happy to meet for
an initial consultation or to provide
an additional opinion on what your
present doctor has suggested. She
carefully reviews all records herself
and discusses them directly with
the patient.
Julia Gray, M.D., trained at
Brown University Medical School and
did her residency training at New York
Hospital, Cornell Medical Center.
She is board-certified and has been
practicing in Stamford since 1985.
Easy parking is available and
some early morning and evening
hours are available. Her office
accepts most insurance plans. For
more information, call 203.325.
9247. ❦
THE HOUR
HORMONES, from B7
study the natural thyroid treatment
that Barnes used. Jacques Hertox
was so convinced of the superiority
of this natural thyroid extract that
he used it to treat his hypothyroid
patients for the rest of his career.
The scientific and clinical evidence for the benefits of natural
thyroid extracts over the commonly used synthetic treatments has
become so strong that in 2003, the
former president of London’s Royal
Thyroid Academy, Sir Anthony
Toft, M.D., stated that ”the treatment of hypothyroidism is about to
come full circle.”
Dr. Jacques Hertox continued to
build on the work of colleagues.
Dissatisfied with blood tests that
did not correlate with his patients’
symptoms, he helped develop a
urine test that more consistently
identified his patients with low thyroid status. Continuing to focus on
his patients’ well being, Hertox at
times recommended using combinations of hormones to restore
health. Hertox’s work included the
use of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone for women
with evidence of deficiencies.
Remarkably, during a lecture for
21st Century, from B5
advanced training programs. He
also lectures on nutrition and supplements at the Center’s CancerGuides™ and Food as Medicine
conferences.
With a special interest in providing service to those affected by the
tragedies of war and terrorism, he has
worked intimately with the FDNY to
help NYC firefighters handle the
many stresses caused by 9/11.
Working closely with Dr. Evans is
Monique Class, MS, APRN, certified
family nurse practitioner. Monique
shares Dr. Evans’s philosophy of integrative medicine and teaches as a
clinical instructor at Yale University
School of Nursing and as an adjunct
professor at The College of New
Rochelle School of Nursing.
Monique received her degree as a
clinical nurse specialist and her post
Masters as a family nurse practitioner
at the College of New Rochelle, having received the Charles Allen
Vaughn Award for excellence. Her
BS in nursing is from The University
of Virginia. Monique is certified by
the Psychosynthesis Institute in
Imagery and Visualization and is currently enrolled in the Foundations in
the Broda Barnes Research Foundation in the 1980s, Dr. J. Hertox
stated that reproductive hormones
should only be used in their natural
forms because the synthetic variants available caused serious problems, such as cancer and heart disease. This was about the time when
most doctors were beginning to use
synthetic progesterone derivatives
(progestins) and modified horse
estrogens to protect menopausal
women from these same illnesses.
Nearly 20 years later, Dr. Hertox
was proven correct when large scientific studies showed increased
rates of these illnesses in women
who were given the common synthetic hormones.
Unfortunately, the response of
many doctors has been to stop using
female hormones completely,
although recent science continues
to reinforce Hertox’s conclusions.
heir patients on the road to
health.
Michael E. Doyle, M.D., is a
board certified family physician
whose practice combines conventional and alternative approaches
and includes the use of natural (bioidentical) hormones and nutritional
supplements. He is in practice in
Stamford and may be reached at
203.324.4747. ❦
Herbal Medicines Certification program.
As clinicians with prestigious academic appointments, Dr. Evans and
Monique Class both specialize in
women’s health and gynecology.
However, their expertise in both traditional and holistic medicine has resulted in the establishment of “specialty areas” where they have achieved dramatic clinical success. These
areas include an individualized approach to menopause and the use of
natural hormones, treatment of uterine fibroids and endometriosis without the need for surgery, breast cancer
prevention, adolescent gynecology,
optimal wellness, a comprehensive
approach to cancer care involving the
latest nutritional and supplement recommendations, attaining ideal body
composition and, finally, a holistic
approach to pregnancy and childbirth
based on Dr. Evans’ book.
At the Center for Women’s
Health, Dr. Evans and Ms. Class
believe that good health is not simply a matter of chance, but requires
making the right choices. The
entire staff of the Center for
Women’s Health is proud to represent the model for healthcare in
the 21st century. ❦
Foods to eat and guidelines to follow for help fighting disease
by Douglas Ouellete
Home Choice Senior
Care
With contributions
from The Senior’s
Choice, the nation's
leading network of
senior care providers
W
hen it
comes
to food
and illness, we can't
ignore the facts—or
the
science!
A
healthy diet translates
to a healthy life. Research shows a
healthy diet can help or prevent a
number of health issues, including
cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and
obesity.
Adopting a disease-fighting diet
is easier than you probably think.
When you shop, choose fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole grains,
such as brown rice and wholewheat bread. Always avoid foods
high in sugar and fat.
Here are some tips for arming
yourself against disease with goodfor-you foods:
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2–3 servings of meat, poultry,
fish, dry beans, eggs, or nuts.
2–4 servings of fruit
3–5 servings of vegetables
6-11 servings of bread, cereal,
rice, or pasta
Think color. When it comes to
fruit and vegetables, eat lots of deep
colored produce. The darker colored produce is especially rich in
antioxidants that can protect you
against diseases like cancer and
heart disease, according to the
American Dietetic Association.
Remember fiber. Eating lots of
fruits and vegetables will give your
body extra water and fiber, which
will help keep your digestive tract
clean and healthy. Beans, bran,
whole grain breads and brown rice,
and high-fiber cereals are also good
sources of fiber.
Make good bacteria your
friend. Fermented foods like yogurt
are especially good for you as you
get older because they contain
“good” bacteria that keep your
digestive tract healthy.
Eat “good” oils. Your body needs
some fats to stay healthy, but saturated and trans-fats can be very
unhealthy. Instead, replace these
“bad” fats with “heart-healthy” fats
like fish oil (salmon and sardines
are particularly good for Omega 3
oils) and vegetable oils like olive
and canola oil.
Try soy. Eating about one to two
ounces of soy protein daily can help
lower cholesterol and unhealthy fat
in your diet and protect you from
heart disease. You can find many
different soy products, which come
from soybeans, in your food store.
The most popular are tofu, soy milk
(in different flavors), and soy
“meat” products like burgers.
Drink plenty of water. To stay
healthy, drink at least eight glasses
of water daily.
Don't abstain if you don't have
to. Beer and red wine, in modera-
tion, are another rich source of
antioxidants. One glass a day for
women and two for men can be
heart–healthy.
Eating right will take the
weight off. Following a healthy
diet, along with regular exercise,
will prevent you from gaining
weight, which is important for good
health. Losing 10 percent of your
body weight, for instance, could be
enough to lower your cholesterol.
Choose healthy foods for a longer
and healthier life!
For more information about premier homecare services, call the
care center at 203.227.5040. ❦
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• Trained at Brown University Medical School, residency at NY Hospital,
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Norwalk: 203-354-8732
New York City: 718-938-6149
I look forward to meeting with you!
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• Care is never rushed and appointments are usually available within the same week.
• Cancer detection, prevention screening, curative surgeries, holistic approach.
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