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YOUR HEALTH | COMMON CONDITIONS

Dealing with allergies

Dealing With AllergensMore serious issues

can occur if allergies are not kept in check. If you suspect that you may be suffering from an allergic reaction — even if it is mild — you should con-sider making an appoint-ment with your physician to investigate.

What are Allergies?According to the Mayo

Clinic, allergies occur when your immune sys-tem reacts to a foreign substance by producing antibodies that identify a particular allergen as harm-ful, even though it isn’t.

The National Institutes of Health identiies the fol-lowing as common allergy triggers:

• Airborne allergens, such as pollen, animal dander, dust mites and mold;

• Certain foods, par-ticularly peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, ish, shellish, eggs and milk;

• Insect stings, such as bee or wasp stings;

• Medications, particular-ly penicillin or penicillin-based antibiotics; and

• Latex or other substanc-es you touch, which can cause allergic reactions.

If your family has a his-tory of allergy problems, it’s worth a checkup with your doctor to check your

sensitivities.

Broad SymptomsWhen an allergy sufferer

comes into contact with an allergen, his immune system reacts. Skin can become inlamed, as can sinuses, airways and diges-tive systems.

This results in a runny nose, sneezing, itching, rashes, swelling or asthma. Allergies can range from

minor to severe, and a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis also can occur.

Treatments & Prevention Sadly, there are many

allergies that have no cure. Treatment and manage-ment are the only ways to relieve the suffering in many cases.

Nasal saline and 24-hour allergy medications or antihistamines can allevi-

ate symptoms for many sufferers, but it’s important to check with your doctor before starting any new medication.

If dust or pet mites are causing your reactions, frequently washing your bedding in hot water can help tamp down the ef-fect. Ventilation fans and dehumidiiers can reduce moisture in damp areas where mold grows.

Allergies can be caused by the environment, food or reactions to medications. And without a doubt, they can all cause misery. Itchy eyes and scratchy throats are just the beginning for allergy suferers.

Animal dander is a common cause of allergies in children and adults.


YOUR HEALTH | HEAD TO TOE

Maintaining foot health

Those who ignore the problem may ind that foot issues can impact the rest of the body in a hurry.

According to the Ameri-can Podiatric Medical Association, over half of Americans say foot pain restricts them from walk-ing and exercising. This pain can be chronic or due to injury.

Either way, it’s important to practice proper stretch-ing and wear proper foot-wear to keep your dogs from barking.

Foot ConditionsRegular foot care is vital

to keep feet healthy and pain-free. Issues that are left untreated can sneak up on us and cause further damage. The continuous daily wear and tear can cause a variety of foot ail-ments, some of which can be serious.

Arthritis is one of these common ailments. Inju-ries can cause sprains and strains, which can be quite painful, and some diseases, such as diabetes, can cause further foot issues. All of these will limit mobility.

Skin disorders such as athlete’s foot, corns and bunions are not as serious but are painful annoyances. Sweaty feet, ingrown toe-nails and fungus can cause social issues, along with health consequences.

Treatment & Care TipsSometimes feet just

need to breathe. Rest and a good message can do wonders for aching feet, so don’t be afraid to pamper yourself at the irst sign of a lare-up. Other ideas for treating and preventing foot pain include wearing shoe inserts or custom-it orthotics.

If foot problems devel-op, make an appointment with your local podiatrist. They are the experts in foot care, so reach outto them. They will be able to quickly gauge the serious-ness of your feet troubles and prescribe any special treatments needed.

A podiatrist also will have tips on proper foot-wear for different situa-tions to help your feet stay healthy.

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YOUR HEALTH | DIET

The DASH eating plan

The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension has backing from major national health organizations for its simplicity and effectiveness in helping people healthier.

Need a little dash of DASH in your life? Follow the steps below to get started. Always remember to check with your physician irst before start-ing any new diet. He will be able to give you advice that is tailored to your personal health and weight.

The PlanThe DASH plan requires no special

foods, which means participants can conveniently shop at their local gro-cery store. It includes daily choices from the different food groups, but the calorie needs and recommended intake will vary per person.

The plan limits daily sodium levels

to 2,300 milligrams, meaning pro-cessed foods need to take a back seat to healthier, fresher options. Follow-ers of the DASH plan need to pay special attention to food labels to make sure they’re staying on track.

One thing the DASH eating plan speciically incorporates is more potassium. Some examples of po-tassium-rich foods include potatoes, yogurt, oranges and ish.

According to National Institutes of Health, here are some speciics to include in your DASH plan:

• Vegetables, fruits and whole grains;

• Foods low in saturated and trans fats; and

• Foods rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, iber, and protein.

And here are some to keep out of your DASH diet:

• Anything high in saturated fat;• Fatty meats or full-fat dairy

products;• Tropical oils, such as coconut,

palm kernel and palm oils; and• Sugar-sweetened beverages and

sweets.

Health BeneitsThere are obvious health beneits

of the DASH plan, including lower salt intake, decreased saturated fats and moderation of calories. These changes can contribute to lowering high blood pressure and bad choles-terol, helping you maintain a weight.

The DASH eating plan is just one key part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. To complement your new eating regi-men, include adequate physical activ-ity, limit alcohol, control your stress, quit smoking and get enough sleep.

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YOUR HEALTH | WORK HABITS

Move mouse to reduce strainAlison Bowen

Chicago Tribune

For many of us, sitting at a desk during the day means a lot of move-ment with a mouse.

But often, this means moving your right shoulder back — which can cre-ate an imbalance.

Dr. Robin Boshears, who owns 100 percent Chiropractic in Addison, Texas, often sees patients with shoul-der and neck issues.

“They come in, and I say, ‘Do you work at a desk all day?’” she said.

She herself has had two shoulder surgeries.

“It deinitely is an issue for me on a daily basis,” she said.

Using one side constantly can cre-ate issues with the rotator cuff.

She suggests switching your mouse from side to side — so if you

use your mouse on the right side, put it on the left and vice versa. Most computers have a setting that can make a mouse more left-hand friend-ly, she said.

“It takes a little bit to get used to, but if you’re going back and forth, you’re not creating an imbalance,” she said.

Keyboard placement is important.

“We’re reaching forward, our arms are coming forward, our necks are moving forward,” she said.

Humans weren’t designed to be straining forward constantly, and most people are too far from their keyboard.

Ideally, a keyboard should be in a place where arms are at sides, with your elbow at a 90-degree angle while pressing the keys.

She said that you might not notice strain all the time and it is “a slow, progressive change.”

“You’re slowly losing strength, you’re slowly losing range of motion, all because we’re not in the correct position and posture that we should be,” she said.

She said these simple ixes, includ-ing elevating your screen to eye level, can beneit your health in the long run.

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YOUR HEALTH |

Sound vibrations, warm shellsBETH J. HARPAZAP Travel Editor

NEW YORK — Sound vibrations, warm seashells and a “digital detox’’that involves surrendering your cellphone were among the healing and de-stressing techniques on display at this year’s International Spa Association expo, held Wednesday in New York.

LOUNGE CHAIRThe comfy, curvy Soltec Lounge wouldn't look out of

place in your living room but it’s not just for casually putting your feet up. It delivers soothing magnetic vibra-tions while you listen to a soundtrack of chants, drums and more. Lie back with headphones and an eye pillow and the world with all its troubles fades away. The item can be purchased for home use for $3,200 but you can check it out at Spa Gregorie’s in Newport Beach, California, with additional installations at other spas expected in the near future.

SINGING BOWLSA different approach to using sound vibration — less

high-tech and more about ancient rituals — is offered by Eastern Vibration. The Florida-based company imports singing bowls from Nepal that emit a humming tone when struck with a gong. The bowls have traditionally been used in Eastern meditation practices. The company sells its 7-inch bowls for $105 for home use, but it's also devel-oped a one-hour treatment for spas that involves using the vibrating bowls over and on the body.

DIGITAL DETOX Posting, swiping, texting, tweeting — that’s no way to

relax! So the folks at Mandarin Oriental hotels are going to politely request that you hand over your cellphone for its “Digital Detox,’’ rolling out to all Mandarin spas begin-ning Sept. 5. Once you’re phone-less, you'll decompress with quiet, mindful activities like journaling, coloring and yoga. You can also sign up for an 80-minute treatment that includes an aromatic bath and massage.

THE GRANDFATHERS Native Americans called them the “grandfathers’’:

smooth dark stones gathered from Elkhart Lake in Wis-consin. They’re used in hot stone massages at Aspira The Spa, including a relexology foot massage where the stones are placed between the toes.

TRIBAL INSPIRATION The Spa Ssakwa’q’n is run by the Coeur d’Alene tribe

in Worley, Idaho, as part of the tribe’s casino-resort, just south of the city of Coeur d’Alene. The spa’s signature treatment is the “Coeur d’Alene experience,’’ with treat-ments inspired by tribal culture. Instead of a sweat lodge, there's a sauna; instead of red clay body paint, there are skin exfoliation treatments. A heady blend of aromatic indigenous plants like cedar, sweetgrass and huckleberry infuses various products.

SELF-HEATING MASK A new product from Chaleur Beauty will soon be avail-

able for retail purchase for home use, but it’s also being marketed to the spa world. It’s a disposable self-heating facial mask, $8, designed for use with skin creams activat-ed by the heat. You can use the mask for 10 to 40 minutes.

WHeated seashells are placed on your body as part of a

skin moisture treatment from Kohler has locations in Kohlerand at the Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews, Scotland. Kohler specializes in water therapyScotland’’experience, inspired by the North Sea, also includes a seaweed wrap, sea salt exfoliation and warm rinse under a custom shower

FITNESS IN STYLE Here’s the thing about home itness equipment: It’s ugly.

But not style Cross Personal trainer is sleek and stylish with a built-in screen console oftainment options. It’Italian designer whose resume includes work for Hermes.

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Kelleye Heyson, from Spa Ssakwa’q’n, in Worley, Idaho, com-bines huckleberry, sage and cedar.

Carina Deppiesse, of Kohler Waters Spa, in Kohler, Wisconsin, uses a lava shell as she demonstrates the All Things Scotland Body Treatment, during the annual International SPA Asso-ciation event, in New York.

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s signature treatment is the “Coeur d’Alene experience,’’ with treat-ments inspired by tribal culture. Instead of a sweat lodge, there's a sauna; instead of red clay body paint, there are skin exfoliation treatments. A heady blend of aromatic

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WARM SEASHELLSHeated seashells are placed on your body as part of a

skin moisture treatment from Kohler Waters Spa, which has locations in Kohler, Wisconsin; Burr Ridge, Illinois; and at the Old Course Hotel in St. Andrews, Scotland. Kohler specializes in water therapy, and the “All Things Scotland’’experience, inspired by the North Sea, also in-cludes a seaweed wrap, sea salt exfoliation and warm rinse under a custom shower.

FITNESS IN STYLE Here’s the thing about home itness equipment: It’s ugly.

But not Technogym equipment. The company’s elliptical-style Cross Personal trainer is sleek and stylish with a built-in screen console offering various digital and enter-tainment options. It’s designed by Antonio Citterio, an Italian designer whose resume includes work for Hermes.

orks in their Digital Detox Treatments.


YOUR HEALTH | TEENS

Preventing sports injuries

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ball and soccer to football, wrestling and volleyball, high school athletics spread across a broad spectrum of activities. Some have higher degrees of contact and dificulty, putting kids more at risk for injuries.

Of the nine different sports studied, the CDC conirmed that football, girls basketball and wres-tling had the greatest pro-portions and severity of in-juries While these indings point to some of the most

dangerous activities, they aren’t conclusive. You may think soccer is less danger-ous than football, but stud-ies have found increased occurrences of concussions in the sport. Golf may not seem like a very dangerous athletic endeavor to those outside the sport, but those who have participated know that injuries can take a toll.

Injuries & Safety Just as there are many

different sports for boys and girls to choose from at the high school level, there are many types of inju-ries that can occur. These can range from cuts and bruises to mobility-limiting sprains and fractures.

Concussions have grabbed the national spotlight with Hollywood

High school athletes are naturally at risk for sports-related injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these athletes account for an estimated 2 million injuries, 500,000 doctor visits and 30,000 hospitalizations annually.

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YOUR HEALTH | FITNESS

Injury-proof your knees

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Take these ive rules to heart when you’re injury-prooing your knees:

Rethink runningRecent research suggests that running

may not increase your risk of chronic knee problems like osteoarthritis. Just run smart: Be careful on steep or uneven terrain. These conditions increase your risk of runner’s knee, a problem where your thighbone rotates too far inward, putting pressure on your kneecap.

Strengthen your hip musclesThey control your thighbones, and the

motion of your thighbones affects your knees. Try these moves, doing 1 set of

10 reps and working up to 3 sets a day.Move 1. Stand with one foot in the

loop of a resistance band and the other foot on top of the band (adjust the length to control the resistance). Move the banded leg 2 seconds out, 2 seconds in.

Move 2. Then work another key part of your hip muscles by standing with one foot inside the band and looping the other end around the foot of a heavy piece of furniture or some other object that won’t easily move. Extend your banded leg back to 45 degrees, 2 sec-onds out, 2 seconds in.

Check your wheelsIf your leg muscles are not balanced,

you could suffer patellofemoral pain syndrome, a common cause of knee pain. The reason: a strength imbalance between two of your quadriceps muscles is a key contributing factor to this condi-tion. The remedy is a classic exercise.

Maintain knee lexibilitySit on the loor with your legs straight.

Roll up a small towel and place it under your heels just high enough for the backs of your knees to clear the ground. Flex your thigh muscles and press the backs of your knees to the loor. You should be able to touch equally well on both sides. If you can’t, do this test as an exercise: 2 sets of 15 reps four times a day until your knees match. If they don’t match after two weeks, see an orthopedist.

Protect your IT bandsYour iliotibial (IT) band is ibrous

tissue on the outside of your thigh that stabilizes your knees and hips. If your hips and knees twist too much, the IT band rubs your lateral femoral condyle, a prominent part of your thighbone, causing pain on the outside of your knee. A long running stride increases force on your knees and IT bands.


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movies and high-proile athletes calling attention to the issue. The high-school level can be just as danger-ous, so precautions must be taken when it comes to protecting the heads of student-athletes.

Safety is always the goal so that high school athletes can play, compete and thrive in their chosen sports. According to Kids Health (The Nemours Foundation), student-athletes should follow four guiding principles:

• The use of compliant and properly itting equip-ment;

• The appropriate main-tenance and integrity of playing surfaces;

• Adult supervision and commitment to safety; and

• Proper preparation. If any of your child’s

athletic experiences fail to meet these standards, it’s time to bring it up to your school board, coach or community leaders. We must work together to ensure the consistent safety of our children.

SPORTS, Continued from 10

People donate blood for many rea-sons. Maybe they are returning the favor after a friend or family mem-ber received blood. Maybe they do it for the health beneits. No matter the thinking, everyone can agree that blood donations are critical to our healthcare system.

The Beneits There are actual beneits to donat-

ing blood besides feelings of good will. Before a donation, blood donors receive a mini-physical that comes with a full report. According to the Red Cross, these aspects are re-viewed during these checks:

• pulse;

• blood pressure;• body temperature; and• hemoglobin.Why is this such a great beneit?

During this check, it’s possible that blood donation professionals may ind underlying health issues. You could be alerted to something you didn’t know about and prompted to follow-up with your physician for next steps.

The ProcessThe process of blood donation has

been reined and improved over the years. There are different kinds of blood donation, and depending on what you are participating in, you

will be given information on all of the related processes.

According to the Red Cross, these are the basic requirements for do-nors:

• Be in good general health and feeling well;

• Be at least 17 years old in most states, or 16 years old with parental consent if allowed by state; and

• Weigh at least 110 pounds. (Addi-tional weight requirements apply for donors 18 and younger.)

Thinking of donating? The Red Cross recommends the following steps:

• Have a light meal and plenty to

Donating blood is a powerful way to help others. It is a very simple and safe procedure, and even people as young as 17 can donate.

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YOUR HEALTH | STRESS

Alison BowenChicago Tribune

Waiting for your computer to load can be frustrating.

Author and science writer James Kingsland recommends using that waiting time for meditation and mindfulness.

“It used to be a source of frustra-tion, having to wait for my old com-puter to boot up,” he said.

With meditation, he added, “it’s kind of a way of rebooting your mind while your computer is booting up.”

Most experts consider mindfulness to be thinking through what you’re feeling and taking in surroundings through your senses.

“Even just in that 15 to 30 seconds, I could use that time to sit back, relax my shoulders and focus on the sensation of my feet on the loor, of

my body on the chair and perhaps close my eyes and start to focus on my breath as it goes in and out of my nostrils,” said Kingsland, who is based in London and author of “Siddhartha’s Brain: Unlocking the Ancient Science of Enlightenment.”

Gently focus on your breath, he said.

This exercise allows you to begin the day with calm and focus.

“Just use it as a way to break the usual low of thoughts and frustra-tions and impatience,” he said.

Also, it might help to notice pos-ture and make any tweaks before starting the day hunched over.

Check your shoulders, for example, he said. “When I’m not being mind-ful my shoulders tense; in fact, the whole body tenses,” he said.

For Kingsland, meditation trans-formed his small moments from wastes of time to opportunities.

“I found it was tremendously calm-ing,” he said. “Instead of allowing my frustration to steadily boil up, the computer’s grinding along and get-ting slower and slower day by day, instead it was a chance to focus my attention.”

Plus, he added, “You can do this at any time during the day when you’re having to wait.”

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