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7/2015 SENIOR NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 3B
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Seniors / Retirees News
Activities, Projects, Features
U S E –
NDERSTANDING THE ENIOR XPERIENCE
More seniors enrich their lives with online resources
BY DENNIS MCFADDEN president of Atherton Homes, we had a video tutorials on YouTube will teach a
RETIRED PRESIDENT/CEO 95-year-old in skilled nursing who used person to do anything from changing the
ATHERTON BAPTIST HOMES his computer to reach out to his children battery in a hearing aid to do-it-yourself
“My 4-year-old grandson can navigate and grandchildren on a daily basis. It was “hacks” for just about any task.
a tablet or laptop computer better than inconceivable to him to be without this • Meeting others. Interest group
either my wife or I can!” valuable tool for celebrating their accom- boards exist for a variety of affinity groups.
Embarrassing, but true, seniors are of- plishments and to maintain regular con- I have profited from several theological
ten labeled (libeled?) as being chronically tact with his extended family. discussion groups. Some of my online
late adopters of the latest technological • Research. Hobbies, business ideas, contacts have also become “real world”
innovations. However, in studies com- and general interest all provide motivat- friends as a result of the regular exchange
pleted last year by the Pew Research or- ing reasons for seniors to get connected. of ideas and opinions online.
ganization, the growing numbers of se- • Ask questions. Many seniors report • Take advantage of sales and special
niors participating in social media may that telephone menus are confusing at best coupons for online customers. Promo-
surprise you. and nearly always frustrating to navigate. tional offers of freebies and discounts are
Cell phone usage among seniors shows Use of the Internet often makes online often provided by businesses to their
a full 78% of us have accepted the inevi- tools available that allow the person to ask Internet customers. My wife scours the
tability of migrating from our old phones and receive answers to questions in ways Internet for coupons, including the “buy
tethering us to the walls in favor of the that are more comfortable for them. one, get one” BOGOs, that make our
newer technology. Sixty-two percent of • Entertainment. Ms. Ng said “Senior shopping more convenient and affordable.
seniors report owning and using desktop citizens can watch old television shows Senior living communities such as
or laptop computers. And while still lag- and movies, as well as find videos from Atherton Baptist Homes have jumped on
ging the adult population number of Dr. Dennis E. McFadden is the forner back in the day.” Articles, e-books, song the bandwagon of making technology
44%, a quarter of seniors use tablets. president and CEO of Atherton Baptist lyrics, games, and more increase the en- opportunities available to their residents.
Perhaps more surprising to those who Homes, 214 S. Atlantic Blvd. Alhambra. tertainment options for the elderly. Readily available free Wi-fi (with an ever
view seniors as hopelessly stuck in their Phone him at 626-863-1768. • Start or grow a business. Whether expanding umbrella of coverage across the
older ways, 59% of the 65+ population selling something on eBay or just staying campus), computer stations, and periodic
use the Internet, and nearly three quar- Internet. In fact, statistics show that se- “in the game,” the Internet has opened classes and IT assistance all highlight the
ters of users make it a daily practice. niors are the fastest growing segment of up avenues for seniors for whom physical type of services seniors expect.
Tech savvy older adults most often turn the population using Facebook, the social travel may not represent the most practi- Aging need not mean isolation from
to online options to communicate with networking tool. cal way of doing commerce. the world at large. Today’s social media
their family and friends (75%), to shop Why would an older person bother to • Online learning. Numerous educa- encourages looking up old friends, con-
(58%), or to find relevant health infor- join the ranks of social media consumers? tional institutions make online courses necting with present ones, and enhanc-
mation (53%). And much like the Deb Ng, author, speaker, and consultant available for free or at modest fees. The ing one’s world with regular contact with
younger crowd, a majority of them report on social media, lists a number of reasons. “Webinar” format, for instance, allows for a world much larger than we might have
that it would be very hard to give up the • Keep in touch. When I served as short term learning to take place. And imagined it to be.
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Joslyn Adult Recreation Center
Joslyn Center’s July activities inform, entertain
Schedule includes birthday luncheon, seminars, memory screening, ice cream social
Enjoy the programs and the in attendance will receive many a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Flashback Friday Dance is
cool temperature at Joslyn Cen- good wishes and a token gift. July 15. Presented by Silverado. not scheduled until Friday, Aug.
ter, 210 N. Chapel Ave. in Story On the Move - METRO in- Appointments are required for a 28, but registration for this event
Park. formational seminar at 10 a.m. 10-minute screening. begins on Friday, July 24. The
July events include: Monday, July 13. Presented by Low Income Subsidy infor- fee is $10. Dancing to music
Happy July Birthday Lun- METRO representative Gayle mational seminar at 10 a.m. from the ’60s and ’70s, plus light
cheon at 11 a.m. Wednesday, McKinney. Tuesday, July 21. Presented by refreshments, will make this a
July 1. July birthday celebrants Memory screening from 9 United Healthcare Medicare & notable summer Friday.
Healthcare. Every weekday, seniors en-
joy a hot meal with their
friends. All it takes is a call, one
day in advance, to 626-570-
4455, weekdays between 9:30
a.m. and noon. The suggested
donation is $2.
Ice Cream Social at 12:30
Informational seminars are
p.m. Wednesday, July 22. Seniors Understanding and Review-
free, unless otherwise noted, but
can make their own ice cream ing Your Trusts seminar 10 a.m.
with space limitations reservations
sundaes, complete with Thursday, July 23. Part of the
are recommended by phoning 626-
Fosselman’s ice cream and top- “Managing Elder Care, Trusts &
570-5056, or stop by the Joslyn
pings galore. A free event, but Medi-Cal” series presented by
office.
registration is required by Elder Law Attorney Carlos A.
Wednesday, July 15. Arcos.
Explore So. Cal’s variety with Senior Outings
The Senior Outings luxury coach is heading to a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, fee: $12. Fa-
two of Southern California’s prime beaches this mous for its serene climate, clean environment,
month, providing Alhambra seniors with two and countless shopping opportunities, including,
stressless days of relaxation, sightseeing, shopping, on Aug. 21 the Farmers Market and Craft Fair,
lunching, chatting, and mingling. featuring affordable artworks and organic snacks.
The first two outings will be to Seal Beach from Beyond summer, the Senior Outings luxury
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, July 17, and La- coach is heading to many more Southern Califor-
guna Beach from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, nia highlights. Alhambra residents register on Tues-
July 30. The fee is $12 for each trip. day, Aug. 4, (non-residents on Wednesday, Aug.
Registration for these two outings took place 5) for September outings to Lake Arrowhead on
last month, so phone 626-570- Sept. 3, fee: $23, and Old World Village
5056 to find out if space is still Oktoberfest and Bella Terra Mall on Sept. 24, fee:
available. $20.
But the coach is currently San Manuel Casino on Oct. 1, fee: $12, and
empty, awaiting resident registra- Los Angeles County Museum of Art on Oct. 13,
tion on Tuesday, July 7, non- fee: $12, are the featured October outings for
Alhambra resident registration is which registration opens on Sept. 1 for residents
on Wednesday, July 8, for the Au- and on Sept. 2 for non-residents.
gust Senior Outings to: Rounding out year 2015 are:
Orange County Fair from 1 November outings to Downtown Pomona -
p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 7, Antique Row and Arts Colony Nov. 6, fee: $12,
fee: $16. One Big Party is this year’s and Downtown Disney on Nov. 19, fee: $12.
fair theme, an apt description con- December outings to Camarillo Outlets on
sidering all the fun and adventure Dec.1, fee: $12, and Los Angeles Zoo Lights and
one can cram into just one day’s Burbank Dec. 17, fee: $25.
visit. Don’t miss the $2 samples of
The Senior Outings program promises to fulfill
select fair treats between noon and
its promise of scheduling visits to the top scenic and
4 p.m., as well as animals, carnival
shopping-centric sites in Southern California
rides, games, competitive exhibits,
throughout 2016.
concerts, community entertain-
ment, and more. For more information, phone [phone]
Huntington Beach from 10 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Health & Medical News|
Hospitals, Physicians, Dentists, Facilities
Karen H. Chao, O.D.
Bumps to head, concussions, head injuries - oh my
BY KAREN CHAO, O.D. tended recovery time from symptoms or she typically has vision problems that
What we used to think of as an in- that can interfere with academic perfor- can be temporary or permanent. When
nocent bump on the head is now being mance. These post-concussion symp- a vision problem is causing or contrib-
looked at differently by scientists and toms include problems with concentra- uting to a problem with reading, balance
medical professionals. tion, eyestrain, loss of place while read- or movement, the recovery process will
Preston Plevretes is a young man who ing, slower processing speed, headaches, move very slowly until the visual com-
was a hero to his high school classmates and fatigue. ponent is treated.
and football team. He suffered multiple These symptoms that the kids in the Visual rehabilitation is vital as soon
blows to the head while playing foot- study struggled with are very similar to as possible. There are a variety of symp-
ball, always getting back into the game symptoms relating to eye coordination toms which are involved in Post Trauma
thinking nothing of it. But then he had disorders, which we often see in patients Vision Syndrome, including:
one blow too many and it changed his who have suffered a head injury. We • Blurred vision, especially when read-
life forever. Where the future was his have known for years that concussions ing.
to create whatever he wanted, now he cause vision problems, and these are • Headaches.
struggles to talk, but is sharing his story some of the types of vision problems that • Double vision.
with whoever will listen. There is a video we specialize in treating to help children • Pain in the eye or eyes.
online from an interview he did with get back on track with their academics • Poor reading comprehension.
ESPN: “E: 60 Second Impact.” after a concussion. • Sensitivity to light.
The main focus with concussions and A recent study found that 85% of • Loses place when reading.
head injuries relating to sports has been concussions go undiagnosed. Another It should also be noted that some-
on whether the athlete can return to study found that nearly 63% of varsity Dr. Karen H. Chao, O.D. has been an times symptoms of a concussion might
play. Now, the focus is also on deter- soccer players had symptoms of a con- Optometrist in private practice for more not even appear for days, even weeks
mining if the player is ready to return cussion at some point, but only about than 20 years. In addition to general op- after the accident. Some symptoms may
to learn, highlighting the academic com- 19% actually knew it. The reason this tometric care, her services include Vision last only seconds, while others linger
ponent. A new study was recently pub- can happen is because you do not have Therapy, Neuro-Optometric Evaluation much longer: months and even years.
lished in the American Academy of Pe- to lose consciousness to have a concus- for Traumatic Brain Injury, Corneal Re- Additionally, some symptoms might dis-
diatrics Journal that focuses on the im- sion, so most players will experience a appear after time, such as eye pain or
fractive Therapy, and Low Vision Ser-
pact concussions can have on academic blow to the head and get right back into headaches, and yet other symptoms re-
vices. She can be reached at 121 S. Del
performance. CNN is also featuring the the game. However, repeated blows to main, i.e., blurred or doubled vision.
Mar Ave., Ste. A, San Gabriel 91776.
results of the study on its Web site. the head can accumulate and cause just Keep in mind, that when someone is
Phone Dr. Chao at 626-287-0401 or
It was found that those with higher as much damage as a concussion. experiencing any of the above symptoms
visit www.SGFamilyOptometry.com for more in-
severities of concussion experienced ex- When someone has a head injury, he formation. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8B
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How Vitamin D may affect heart disease, diabetes
BY CAROL TORGAN, PH.D. ies and can lead to coronary heart dis- min D. The study was supported in part ing showed that vitamin D pathways in
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH ease, heart attack, and stroke. by NIH’s National Heart, Lung, and immune cells play a key role in chronic
Vitamin D deficiency has been linked Type 2 diabetes usually begins with Blood Institute (NHLBI). Results ap- inflammation that, in turn, affects de-
to heart disease and type 2 diabetes. insulin resistance, a condition in which peared on March 24, 2015, in Cell Re- velopment of insulin resistance and ath-
Chronic inflammation plays a role in the body produces insulin but isn’t able ports. erosclerosis.
both of these diseases, and most immune to use it effectively. As a result, glucose Both types of mice developed insu- “Inactivation of the vitamin D recep-
cells have receptors for vitamin D. builds up in blood and may ultimately lin resistance. Macrophages accumulated tor induced diabetes and atherosclero-
Binding of vitamin D to its receptor damage nerves, blood vessels, and other in the liver, which made excess glucose. sis, so normalizing vitamin D levels may
regulates many key processes inside cells. body parts. The engineered mice also developed ath- have the opposite effect,” Dr. Bernal-
However, the mechanisms connecting A team of researchers led by Dr. erosclerosis that was spurred by mono- Mizrachi says. “The identification of
activation of the immune system with Carlos Bernal-Mizrachi at Washington cytes lacking vitamin D receptors. monocyte cholesterol transport as a
these diseases aren’t well understood. University School of Medicine set out The monocytes became filled with mechanism for atherosclerosis in our
Heart disease stems from atheroscle- to examine the connections among vi- cholesterol and carried the cholesterol animal model opens up a new area of
rosis, which occurs when a substance tamin D, immune function, atheroscle- to plaques. This process of atheroscle- research that could identify novel thera-
called plaque builds up inside blood ves- rosis, and insulin resistance. rosis is different from that involving pies for heart disease.”
sels. They genetically altered mice to lack LDL cholesterol. The group is now conducting clini-
Plaque consists of fat, cholesterol, vitamin D receptors in 2 types of inflam- When the researchers added normal cal trials in people with type 2 diabetes
calcium, and other materials found in mation-related immune cells: monocytes immune cells back into the engineered to see whether vitamin D treatment can
the blood. Over time, the buildup can and macrophages. Without these recep- mice, their insulin sensitivity improved prevent some of the complications of
cause hardening and narrowing of arter- tors, the cells couldn’t respond to vita- and atherosclerosis declined. This find- diabetes and inflammation.
Antibiotic approved for treating infant abdominal infections
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH-FUNDED STUDY several years, physicians have begun prescribing Child Health and Human Development (NICHD),
EVALUATED MEROPENEM IN CHILDREN UNDER 3 meropenem for preterm infants with serious abdominal which funded the study.
infections. Because they lacked an effective alternative, Dr. Zajicek explained that physicians often need to
MONTHS
The antibiotic meropenem was approved by the U. S. many physicians had prescribed the drug for a use other extrapolate from studies of adults when prescribing for
Food and Drug Administration for treating abdominal than what the FDA had approved. The NIH study was pediatric patients, because many drugs have never been
infections in children less than 3 months of age. The ap- undertaken in response to a written request from the FDA tested specifically for use in children. However, because
proval came after a study by a National Institutes of Health to evaluate the dosing and safety of meropenem in the of their smaller size, differences in metabolism, and other
research network evaluated the drug in treating children treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections in physical differences from adults, many drugs may affect
in this age group. infants under 3 months of age. children differently than they do adults. Under the Best
Meropenem is a broad spectrum antibiotic - effective “This study shows that meropenem is appropriate for Pharmaceuticals for Children Act, NICHD works with
against a wide variety of bacteria. The drug was previ- treating complicated intra-abdominal infections in very FDA to identify drugs not tested in children to deter-
ously approved to treat complicated intra-abdominal in- young infants. In addition, we now have dosing guide- mine if they are appropriate for use in children.
fections and complicated skin infections in adults and lines for various age groups of premature infants,” said The NICHD commissioned the study to investigate
older children, and for treating children 3 months of age Anne Zajicek, M.D., Pharm.D., chief of the Obstetric meropenem use in 200 infants under 3 months of age,
and older with bacterial meningitis - an infection of the and Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics Branch at including premature infants. For more information, visit
fluid bathing the brain and spinal cord. During the last NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of the Institute’s Web site at http://www.nichd.nih
7/2015 HEALTH NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 7B
Smile Talk
90% of bad breath originates in mouth
BY JOHN CHAO, D.D.S. plaque deposits on and between the used piece of dental floss or scraping
It is estimated that up to 90% of bad Smile Talk teeth, habitual food traps between teeth, from the tongue.
breath (halitosis) originates in the cavities, and ill-fitting dentures. Some medical devices are currently
mouth. Halitosis is associated with dry Dentures made of acrylic, which are used to attempt to objectively quantify
mouth which may be due to microscopically tubular in structure, volatile sulfides and other gaseous com-
• Dry mouth (zerostomia) due to may become breeding grounds for bac- pounds in the mouth. The gold stan-
such factors as medications, stress, or teria and yeast over time, especially if dard is still the sniff test, which grades
fasting. they are not regularly cleaned. odor on a 6-point scale by trained per-
• Foods such as garlic, onions, fish, Ill-fitting dentures that require den- sonnel.
meat, and cheese. ture adhesives further compound the Much research continues on the sub-
• Smoking. tendency for uninhibited growth of mi- ject of halitosis. It is suggested that it is
• Alcohol consumption. crobes. Yeast infection of the gums un- helpful to eat a healthy breakfast with
Bad breath that is transient is allevi- derneath the denture is one of the most rough foods that clean the back of the
ated by brushing, flossing, and rinsing common causes of denture sores, besides tongue, gently brush the tongue twice
with mouthwash. denture odors. daily with a tongue brush or scraper,
The intensity of bad breath may Although up to 90% of the odor chew sugar-free (xylitol) gum to allevi-
change during the day depending on emanates from the mouth, a small per- ate dry mouth, gargle with non-alcoholic
dryness in the mouth, food consumed, centage of odors may originate from the mouth rinses, drink plenty of water, and
smoking, and alcohol consumption. For more information, contact nose and nasal cavities, such as the si- above all, see your dentist regularly for
“Morning breath” is most often due to Dr. John Chao at 626-308-9104. nuses. Nasal odors are pungent and can teeth cleaning and checkups.
dryness in the mouth during sleep. Visit Dr. Chao’s Web site, be distinguished from mouth odors. If a suggested home remedy does not
However, persistent bad breath, or chickenswelcome.com Some systemic disease conditions can help, or you have concerns about your
chronic bad breath, is a serious condi- cause foul breath but are infrequent. breath, do not hesitate to see your den-
tion that affects about 25% of the popu- the “rotten egg smell.” These bacteria Chronic liver failure, bronchial and lung tist or physician. Your dentist may have
lation. It can negatively affect the are most likely found in the crevices infections, renal failure, carcinoma, and treatment alternatives that can control
individual’s personal, social, and busi- (gingival pockets) between the teeth and diabetes are some of the medical condi- or eliminate mouth odors problems.
ness relationships, leading to poor self- the corrugated surfaces at the back of tions associated with mouth odors. Your dentist may suggest a “culture-
esteem and increased stress. This condi- the tongue. Most researchers do not consider the sensitivity test” for bacteria in your
tion is usually caused by the by-prod- Thus it is often advised that frequent stomach as a likely source of bad breath, mouth. This test will indicate the type
ucts of bacterial activity. and regular flossing between the teeth except in belching. and quantity of bacteria that cause peri-
Out of about 600 kinds of oral bac- and meticulous cleansing of the back Self-diagnosis is not a reliable way to odontal (gum) disease.
teria, several dozen have been identified part of the tongue. tell whether halitosis is present. It is sug- Elimination and prevention of peri-
as causative agents in the production of Other oral conditions associated with gested that a reliable family member or odontal disease may help control the
sulfides and other compounds that give odor formation are heavy bacterial friend may be persuaded to smell test a CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
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Karen H. Chao, O.D.
Bumps to head, concussions, head
injuries may cause vision problems
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5B physical activity, rather than hoping the
they could also have difficulty with read- symptoms will clear up on their own.
ing and learning, as well as physical ac- Vision therapy is very effective at
tivities. eliminating blurry and/or double vision,
All too often, people who have vision focusing problems, poor concentration,
problems resulting from a head injury and reduced comprehension, to name a
are often told nothing can be done, few, when they are due to a vision prob-
when in fact something can be. Visual lem.
problems associated with having a con- Dr. Karen H. Chao, O.D. has been an
cussion respond well to optometric in- Optometrist in private practice for 20
tervention. years. In addition to general optometric
Testing can be done to evaluate vi- care, her services include Vision Therapy,
sual function and the degree the vision Neuro-Optometric Evaluation for Trau-
system as a whole is affected. matic Brain Injury, Corneal Refractive
The usual treatment for vision diffi- Therapy, and Low Vision Services. She can
culties is a combination of glasses and/ be reached at San Gabriel Family Optom-
or vision therapy. By using these effec- etry, 121 S. Del Mar Ave., Ste. A, San
tive measures, persons of all ages can Gabriel 91776, 626- 287-0401, or visit
more quickly return to visual-related www.SGFamilyOptometry.com for more infor-
activities, such as reading, learning, and mation.
Smile Talk
90% of bad breath originates in mouth
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7B flossing, and tongue brushing and regu-
level of sulfide producing microbes in lar maintenance visits are important for
the mouth, according to some research- success.
ers. This is accomplished by deep clean- Ask your dentist for other newer FDA
ing your teeth and use of topical or sys- approved methods for bacterial control
temic antibiotics indicated by the test that might also help. If you or your den-
results. Filling cavities and food traps tist suspect there might be a medical
between the teeth may also be part of condition contributing to malodor, you
the program. An oral hygiene program may be referred to a physician for con-
that includes instruction on brushing, sultation.
7/2015 HEALTH NEWS / AROUND ALHAMBRA PAGE 9B
Five foods
Ask
that may
Dr. Dara,
DDS
Dr. Dara Gashparova, D.D.S. is located at 1933 W Valley Blvd. Readers with dental
questions or concerns should contact her at 626-289-6131, or e-mail [email protected].
be ruining Chewable Chewable vitamins
vitamins
They taste just like gummy candy,
and they’re not much better for our
mouths. In fact, their sticky texture ad-
your teeth
heres to teeth so well that they’re sitting
on the surface longer, releasing sugar and
practically bound to cause cavities.
Dried fruit
To prevent cavities and maintain good helps to neutralize acid and is full of cal- While some fresh fruits are actually
oral health, your diet, what you eat and cium and phosphates. After your saliva considered good for teeth (think water-
alize were hurting your choppers and
how often you eat, is an important fac- has done its job, the calcium gets back packed produce like apples), dried fruits
how to prevent the damage.
tor. Changes in your mouth start the into your tooth, a process called never are. This otherwise-nutritious
minute you eat certain foods. Sugar and remineralization. Juices snack is packed with non-cellulose fiber,
acids are most harmful to your teeth. It’s a balancing act between the two Juicing has proven to have health ben- which traps sugar on and around teeth
Bacteria that normally exist in our processes every day. However, if the fre- efits and is used to help with weight loss the way gummy candies do. Whenever
mouths convert sugars into acid. As soon quency or the duration of acidity in- and number of health issues. While a you have something stuck to your tooth,
as your saliva is acidic, it dissolves cal- creases, then you exceed your saliva’s glass of the cold-pressed fruits and your saliva cannot contact that part of
cium from your enamel, a process called ability to neutralize acid. This can cause veggies may give you good nutrient your tooth to neutralize the acid or
demineralization. If this process contin- you to lose more calcium from your value, juices also have such a high sugar remineralize the area, so you have a
ues, you eventually lose enough tooth teeth than you get back, which is what content (some have even more than greater loss of calcium. Unfortunately,
structure to develop a hole in your tooth. causes cavities. smoothies or soft drinks) that drinking this is true even for sticky things that
The saving grace is our saliva, which Here are five foods you may not re- them is not far off from bathing your are good for you.
teeth in chocolate.
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For Your Good Health
Good posture can help shoulder, jaw, tingling in fingers problems
BY SHEILA YONEMOTO, P.T. builder. At my father’s sugges- with tingling in the fingers, quired to keep the body in an
A superior solution to any tion, we removed the weight shoulder pain, and jaw prob- upright position. All the bones
problem is simple, wide rang- stacks and using two pieces of lems? These seemingly unre- are stacked like building blocks
ing, and requires minimal ef- cardboard placed under the lated conditions have a com- in a very stable arrangement.
fort. We once moved a very frame, we slid the frame along mon, simple, and inexpensive You can have someone push
heavy weight machine at our a moveable track created by the solution. Some doctors feel that downward on the top of your
office. The moving crew in- sliding cardboard pieces. I was it can alleviate 80% of the head and if you are stacked in
cluded me, my retired father, responsible for moving the symptoms. It requires discipline this stable position, there will
my husband, and a body cardboard ahead of the frame and changing your habits. Sit- be no movement in the neck.
ting or standing with your head The jaw is held in a sling of
balanced on top of your spine muscles and is very dependent
is all that is required. From a upon the head position. When
Sheila Yonemoto, P.T., has
Fremont Optometry Center been a physical therapist for more side profile, your ears should be sitting or standing in this up-
than 30 years, specializing in in- lined up with your shoulders, right position, your bite is in a
tegrative manual therapy, using a your shoulders lined up with more neutral position so there
holistic approach. She can be
your hips, and your hips lined is an even force along all the
reached at Yonemoto Physical
up with your ankles. It’s the teeth. The more forward the
Therapy, 55 S. Raymond Ave,
posture of tall, elegant, and head, the more force goes on
Suite 100, Alhambra 91801.
Sheila also offers a “Chinese En- youthful appearing people. the back teeth, causing abnor-
ergy” exercise class. Phone 626- Sitting posture should also mal pressure on your jaw joints.
576-0591 for more information, reflect this aligned head, shoul- Good posture is all about
or visit Web site www.yonemoto.com
der, and hip positioning. Feet economy and efficiency of en-
should be flat so that weight is ergy expenditure and less wear
while the three guys pushed it
evenly distributed on both sit and tear on the body. Make
easily onto this almost friction-
bones, and the bones of the your body last as long as it can
less track.
spine and head are arranged so with daily attention to your
So what does that have to do
that no muscle action is re- posture.
Five foods that may be ruining your teeth
CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE to help keep it away from the surfaces of your
Se Habla Español White wine
teeth.
Red wine tends to get a bad rap for staining teeth
• Rinse with a lot of water.
- and it does - but white is no better for your dental
• Eat foods that can buffer the acids such as
health. The acid in white wine eats away your
raw spinach, broccoli, celery, olives, and avo-
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cado.
other foods or drinks.
• Make sure to wait at least 30 minutes after
Cough drops drinking the juice to brush your teeth; scrub-
A post-meal mint may seem like
bing them immediately while after acid has
a smart choice, especially if you in-
softened their enamel can leave them even more
dulged in the Caesar salad at lunch,
vulnerable to damage.
but you could be doing more harm
• Chew sugar-free gum for 5 minutes after
than good. Mints and cough drops
eating. Chewing gum increases saliva produc-
that you suck on have a demineral-
tion and flashes away food particles.
ization effect because usually the loz-
• Eat your dry fruits with raw nuts to help
enge ends up sitting in one area for
dislodge food and prevent the dry fruits from
longer periods of time and you get a
sticking to your teeth.
very concentrated build-up of acid.
• Eat more cheese with your wine. It’s rich
If you use lozenges of any kind on a
in protein, calcium, and phosphorus, all of
regular basis, you should consider
which can help buffer the acids wine leaves in
getting sugar-free versions.
your mouth. A less-caloric approach: Gargle
Solutions: with water after drinking to flush away some
• Sip your juice through a straw of the acidity.