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Inviting ALL women to hear words of wisdom
and share lessons of life from young to old
• Praise & Worship
• Speakers
• Light Luncheon
• Networking
Jantzen Beach Mall, Near the Carousel
January 8,2011 @ 11:00 am
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Contact: 503-957-7946
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520 SW 3rd Ave., Portland, OR 97204 • 503-796-9250
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Email: hodgehspks@msn.com
During the holiday season, deli
cious and decadent foods are ev
erywhere. Foods that have the po
tential to throw the digestive sys
tem for a loop are all around.
Problem s such as constipation,
diarrhea, heartburn, and gas oc
cur more frequently in women than
in men and may be made worse by
changes in horm one levels caused
by m enstruation and pregnancy.
W omen are also more likely to
develop irritable bowel syndrome,
a com m on d ig estiv e d iso rd e r
m arked by persistent abdominal
pain and bowel changes. Suffer
ers of this ailm ent may have a
stro n g d ig e s tiv e re a c tio n to
stress, large meals, caffeine, dairy
products, and large amounts of
alcohol— typical staples of the
holiday season. Try these tips to
avoid seasonal digestive conse
quences:
Eating large meals and not get
ting enough fiber can trigger con
stipation. The Fix: Eat at least 25
gram s o f fiber each day, drink
plenty o f fluids, exercise, and use
the bathroom when you have the
urge. Your doctor may also pre
scribe laxatives or other therapies.
You may develop a case of di
arrhea— defined as having three
or more loose bowel m ovem ents
in a day— after eating or drinking
foods that contain harmful viruses
or bacteria. Dairy products, caf
feine, artificial sw eeteners, cer
tain additives, or medications such
as antibiotics can also be a cause.
The Fix: Eat hot foods hot and
cold foods cold. Skip foods that
have been sitting out on the buf
fet too long. If you have diarrhea,
drink fluids to keep hydrated.
Drink liquids that contain salt such
as sports drinks or broth if d iar
rhea lasts more than a few hours.
Avoid drinks that include dairy
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Stroke Alert Screening — Check your carotid arteries
with a painless ultrasound to assess your risk. Fee $40.
To schedule a screening, call 503-251 -6137.
Powerful Tools For Caregivers - 6-week educational
series designed to help family caregivers take care of
themselves while caring for relatives or friends with
chronic illness. Class size is limited, and registration is
required. Call 503-413-8018.
Leg Alert Screening — Check for peripheral arterial
disease with this safe, simple screening using ankle
and arm blood pressure. The fee is $40. To schedule an
appointment, call 503-251 -6137.
Smoke-Free Support Group - Meets Mondays, 7 p.m.
to 8 p.m. For information, call 503-256-4000.
Heart Talk Support Group - Meets on the second
Monday of each month; from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more
information, call 503-251 -6260.
Dr. H. L. Hodge. Ph.D.
Licensed Christian Counselor
Counseling God's Way
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Grief Counseling
PTSD
Motivational Speaker
products, caffeine, or sugar which
can make diarrhea worse.
Rich, fatty, or acidic foods, choco
late, coffee, alcohol, mints, and big
meals can cause stomach acid to
push back into your esophagus and
may lead to heartburn, a burning
feeling in your chest and throat. The
Fix: Avoid overeating. Instead of
lying down after a meal, try taking a
walk.
Gas and bloating can be trig
gered by hard-to-digest foods such
as beans, broccoli, cabbage, and
dairy products (for lactose intoler
ant people). The Fix: Pay attention
to which foods give you gas and
avoid them. Your doctor may sug
gest an over-the-counter treatment.
Talk to your doctor if your ab
dominal or digestive discomfort
persists.
Dr. Richard N. Waldman is presi
dent o f the American Congress o f
Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
H ealth W atch
Empowerment through Relaxation - Free informal
meditation classes that address breathing techniques,
some gentle ancient African yoga poses and mental
balancing techniques — People have left these classes
joyful and with a peaceful view of their lives. Call Dr.
Marceline Fai 11 a at 503-228-6140.
Owner, Operator
O
D r . R ichard N. W aldman
Family Caregiver Support Group - This topic-ori
ented group offers a safe place to discuss the stresses,
challenges and rewards of providing care to an older
relative or friend. Meets the first Thursday of each
month at 3 p.m. at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital.
Chronic Pain Support Group - Meets the first Wednes
day at 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the third Wednesday of
each month, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more informa
tion, call 503-256-4000.
Cholesterol Profiles — Get the resources to help you
keep an eye on your cholesterol and other indicators
of heart health. Educational material provided. For
more information, call 503-261-6611.
Bereavem ent S upport G roups - Free, safe confiden
tial group meetings for those who have experienced
the death of a loved one offered on various nights and
locations. For information and registration, call 503-
215-4622.
Maternity Water Workout — Helping new moms
regain muscle tone, strength, and flexibility, all in the
support and freedom of the water. Call 503-256-4000 for
more information.
Senior Aerobics -- A low-impact workout geared
specifically toward seniors. Call 503-449-0783 for cur
rent schedule.
Osteoporosis Screening — An ultrasound bone den
sity screening with personalized education; fee $30.
To schedule an appointment, call 503-261-6611.
Mind Body Health Class -- Learn and practice tech
niques to help you improve your mood, health and
wellbeing, including effective ways to manage diffi
cult emotions and chronic stress or illness. Registra
tion is $70 for Kaiser Permanente members and $95 for
nonmembers. Call 503-286-6816.
Red Cross Certification — The Oregon Trail Chapter
Red Cross now offers credits to helps professionals
maintain licensing or certification. For a cumulative
list, visit pdxinfo.net.
Tenderfoot Care --Treat your feet with a soak, nail trim,
buffing and massage from a licensed nurse at one of
six clinics or at your home. Call 503-251 -6303 for more
information.
Cancer Resource Center - Providence St. Vincent
Medical Center and the American Red Cross have
joined forces to create the first in-hospital resource
center providing books, printed material, computer
access and more for individuals and families dealing
with cancer. The center is open Monday through
Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.