We’re Busy, Busy Working on the Next Issue!
For our November/December issue, we’re going to help you stay out of the mall for holiday shopping by coming home, back to our neighborhoods. From Hyde Park to West Chester, to Bridgetown and Anderson Township, shop local this winter. I’m busy researching just which shops and boutiques to profile…..if you have a favorite, tell me about it- pashbrock@reachusa.com. As always, keep the suggestions coming. We’re here to help you be- InTouch!
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Mmm, more recipes!
Cooler weather is coming, I promise. Here are a few more fall recipes (Stuffed Baked Apples and Mint Hot Chocolate) I found while working on this magazine issue to try for your next tailgate party or just something different for dinner. Enjoy! (more…)
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It’s a Perfect Weekend for Shopping; Update Your Wardrobe Now
We had more information than room in our latest magazine, so here are some more exclusive tips from our fashion experts! (more…)
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Diabetes Education Services For Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
A series of three classes designed for adults with type 2 diabetes providing
self-management training. Classes include:
 ·    Blood Glucose Testing
 ·     Medication Use
 ·     Problem Solving for High and Low Blood Sugars
 ·    Sick Day Management
 ·    Healthy Eating
For patients with type 1 diabetes, individual sessions are available
Classes are held in Clifton and West Chester at the Diabetes Center at the University of Cincinnati; please call 513.475.8200 for an updated class schedule.
How to Assemble the Perfect Playroom
By: Amy Provisor
Playrooms can take on many different themes but most importantly should reflect the personality of the child playing in them. It should be a fun area, with plenty of room to romp around and where a child’s imagination can run wild!
Pick your palette.
One way to brighten up the play space is to use vivid colors. Children respond well to color and it can be a welcome change from the adult-neutral palate you may have throughout the rest of the house. Get the kids involved by asking them what colors they would like to use. (more…)
Increase your energy and eliminate toxins
By: Dr. Gretchen Dyer and Amy Livingston, MSHN, CNC
Purification is the process of addressing the natural toxins in the body. Every day, we encounter substances from the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink that contribute to our toxic overload. When toxins aren’t eliminated properly, the result is suboptimal health.The following is a suggested purification to get you started with detoxifying your body. (more…)
Add Strenth Training to Your Fitness Routine
By Greet France,
Certified Fitness Instructor
With all the new mega fitness facilities opening everywhere, even an avid exerciser can be intimated by all the equipment. Here is a simple workout plan that works the major muscle groups, using different equipment to keep you moving!
Start your workout routine with 20 minutes of cardio (treadmill, bike, elliptical trainer) followed by 2 sets of 12 reps for each of the 7 exercises and you will be in and out within 60 minutes! (more…)
Tips to stay healthy when it’s time for the munchies
By: Leigh Russo
Children are bombarded everyday with messages about eating unhealthy snacks. The best way for a parent to combat this assault is to stay in control. Here are a few hints to help battle sneaky snack attacks all kids (and adults) have at one time or another.
Provide choices
Have a snack station on the counter stocked with healthy snacks, including fresh fruit, air popcorn, rice cakes and trail mix. Designate an area in the fridge for snacks. Keep this area clearly visible. (more…)
Walking A Path of Healing and Focus
By: Peg Ashbrock
It’s a simple walk that anyone can do, but it can change your life. Labyrinth walking is coming back to the U.S. and to Greater Cincinnati with public and private labyrinths opening at medical centers, parks, churches, schools, memorial parks and retreat centers as well as in people’s backyards. Unlike mazes which are designed to puzzle and amuse, a labyrinth is a single path that people walk for personal, psychological and spiritual insights to quiet the mind, to find balance, and to encourage meditation, insight and celebration. Often they are cut into grasses, or paths lined with stones. Some are painted on blacktop; some are elaborate 200 feet in diameter structures. While generally found outside, many churches around the world have indoor labyrinths laid into flooring. (more…)
Key to Being Organized
by Peg Ashbrock
“Mise en place” is a French phrase that describes having a place for everything before you begin cooking. Does that describe your pantry? No, mine either. But an orderly pantry gets your family organized and can save money, time, and shelf space. “Use a pantry system that’s adjustable to change as your storage needs change,” explained Liz Witts, professional organizer with Organized Living. Organize your pantry that makes sense to you and how you live. Be organized, but do it your way. (more…)
It’s NOT Too Late to Plant a Fall Garden
By Peg Ashbrock
With its crisp sunny days and cool nights, autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year. According to local garden experts, now is the perfect time to give your greatest room, your yard, some fall and winter interest.
One of the first steps is to make choices based on color. “Go to nurseries and choose shrubs and trees to enhance your foliage color scheme,” offers Marvin Duren, Marvin’s Organic Gardens. Choose plants that bloom red, pink, bronze and yellow to offset the deep green foliage of evergreens.” He recommends Black Gum Tree (blooms red), Sassafras (blooms red), Paw Paw (blooms golden yellow), and Service Berry (blooms hot pink). (more…)
Get Ready for Winter
By: Gary Sullivan
As summer fades into fall, the crisp cool days are just the perfect time to get both the inside and outside of your home ready for the cold and snowy winter months that are just around the corner. With the change of seasons comes a big ‘to-do’ list for home maintenance. This fall, get started with some of these simple-to-do tips that can prevent bigger bills later. (more…)
Sleepy in America
By Peg Ashbrock
The 2007 National Sleep Foundations poll “Sleep in America” focused on the sleep habits of women aged 18 to 64, and guess what, it revealed that American women are over-worked, stressed-out, and significantly sleepy. The poll also showed that pregnancy and motherhood can increase a woman’s risk of sleep problems, and that whether you are a stay-at-home mom, or a mom who works full-time or part-time, there are specific sleep challenges you face. Take this quick quiz to learn whether you - like many moms in America - need better Zzzs. (more…)
Why Now is the Best Time to See Your Doctor
By: Hilary Beauchamp
Make an appointment with your ophthalmologist or optometrist. Today! It’s not just one more thing on your to-do list. Because vision loss is often a gradual change, now is the best time to see your doctor.
Growing older does not necessarily mean you will see poorly. Many people have good eyesight into their 80’s. But age does bring changes that can weaken your eyes. By age 50, most of us experience some vision change, which can include decrease in focusing power, increased need for light, increased sensitivity to glare, and dry eyes or increased tearing. (more…)
Careful choices keep calories low
By: Leigh Russo
Quick, what’s your favorite coffee? Chances are you didn’t say black/no cream/no sugar. You probably chose either a plain, flavored, whipped, frozen, topped or iced version, right? When did a good old cup of coffee (at zero carbs, zero calories) sneak into the realm of dessert calories? Whether you make it yourself at home or hit the local coffeehouse, it’s what you add that gets you in trouble. (more…)
Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
By Patty K. Scott,Senior Vice President and Managing Director ,First Wealth Resource Group
What’s the fastest-growing white-collar crime in the U.S.? According to the FBI, it’s identity theft, and it happens to an estimated 700,000 Americans each year. Whether they’ve snatched your purse, stolen your mail, dug through your trash and dumpsters or hacked into your computer, they’re out to get you and your information.
What do you get if you’ve been a victim of identity theft? A big headache, and the chance to clean up the mess that’s left behind. However there are steps you can take to help to protect yourself from becoming a victim. (more…)
Add Life to Your Fall Closet
By Peg Ashbrock
The busy woman wants to shop but doesn’t have time to research what’s in, so we do it for you with the fashion advice from our experts. (more…)
Finding More Time in Your Day
by Stacey N. Dunaway
Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a busy professional, or both, I’m sure you could use more free time. The surprising thing is that free time costs less than you think. There are many time-savers out there that you can incorporate into your life without killing your bank account. From 24 hour internet banking to delivery services that come to your door, Cincinnati entrepreneurs offers options to save you time. (more…)
HAIR
Lisa Lisbin
Managing Director
Hyde Park Mitchell’s Salon & Day Spa
Tip: When you come to a stylist and they say, ‘What do you want done today?’ your stylist should ask these important questions:
How much time do you spend on your hair each morning and how often do you want to visit the salon? What are your current hair products? What styling tools are you comfortable using? Are you open to learning new hair tricks? What is your environment? (more…)
