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8 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, MAY 16, 2015 Low-cost spay, neuter clinics return to FAHS J OEL F UHRMAN , MD Salt: More than high blood pressure Sodium is an important min- eral that is essential for proper functioning of the human body — however, the American diet contains dangerously high amounts of sodium, almost 80 percent of which comes from processed and restaurant foods. For most of human history, our food did not contain any added salt — only the sodium present in natural foods, adding up to about 750 mg sodium per day. The dietary intake of sodi- um in the U.S. today is about 3500 mg/day — much more than the human body needs. Excess dietary salt is most notorious for increasing blood pressure. Americans have a 90 percent lifetime probability of developing high blood pres- sure. Elevated blood pressure accounts for 62 percent of strokes and 49 percent of coro- nary heart disease. Even if you eat an otherwise healthy diet, and your arteries are free of plaque, hypertension late in life damages the delicate blood vessels of the brain, increasing the risk of hemor- rhagic stroke. The American Heart Assoc- iation, recognizing the signifi- cant risks of high blood pres- sure, have dropped their recom- mended maximum sodium intake from 2300 mg to 1500 mg. Salt also has several poten- tially dangerous effects that are not related to blood pressure. Damage to the cardiovascu- lar system: it was found that the relationship between salt intake and death from stroke was stronger than the relationship between blood pressure and death from stroke; this suggest- ed that salt had damaging effects on the cardiovascular system other than elevating blood pressure. Further research confirmed this observation, showing that long-term excess dietary sodi- um leads to stiffening of the arteries. Also, more recent research found that blood ves- sel function is suppressed with- in a mere 30 minutes following a high salt meal. Damage to the kidneys: Hypertension is an important risk factor for kidney disease, but dietary sodium has other damaging effects on the kid- neys. High salt intake leads to oxidative stress in kidney tis- sue, and is associated with a decline in kidney function. Calcium loss from bone. High salt intake is a risk factor for osteoporosis because excess dietary sodium promotes uri- nary calcium loss, leading to calcium loss from bone and therefore decreased bone densi- ty. Even in the presence of a high calcium diet, high salt intake results in net calcium loss from bone. Ulcers and stomach cancer: Salt is the strongest factor relat- ing to stomach cancer. A high salt diet also increases growth of the ulcer-promoting bacteria H. pylori in the stomach, which is also a risk factor for gastric cancer. Asthma: In asthma patients, high dietary sodium may increase severity of the dis- ease. Avoid added salt! Reducing dietary salt is not only impor- tant for those who already have elevated blood pressure — lim- iting added salt is essential for all of us to remain in good health. It is also important to note that expensive and exotic sea salts are still salt. All salt orig- inates from the sea. Sea salts may contain small amounts of trace minerals, but the amounts are insignificant com- pared to those in natural plant foods. A high-nutrient, vegetable- based diet with plenty of G- BOMBS (greens, beans, onions, mushrooms, berries and seeds) and little or no added salt is ideal. Dr. Fuhrman is a New York Times best-selling author and board certified family physician specializing in lifestyle and nutri- tional medicine. Visit his website at Dr. Fuhrman.com, or submit ques- tions and comments to news questionsdrfuhrman.com. Economic Development Committee seeks volunteers The City of Florence is cur- rently recruiting for vacancies for a potential new Economic Development Committee. These positions will offer business owners/managers, public officials and citizens the opportunity to volunteer their services to assist the City in: • The creation of a business retention/expansion program • The creation of a business marketing/recruitment program • Research and review of alternatives for potential struc- tures for the city’s future eco- nomic development efforts. Committee member contri- butions are invaluable to Mayor Joe Henry and the Florence City Council, as well as the city, and offer citizens an opportunity to have their voic- es heard on these important issues. Review of the committee makeup and tasks will be on the City Council meeting agen- da for the May 18 Florence City Council meeting. Applying for a position is easy. Applications are available at Florence City Hall and can be downloaded from the city’s website at www.ci.florence.or. us. City Hall is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon, and 1 to 5 p.m. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. The dead- line to apply is May 22. For details regarding the duties and responsibilities of this body, residency require- ments of applicants, term lengths or any other questions, contact City Recorder and Read for the Need, a fundraising event for Florence Food Share, will be held at the Florence Events Center Friday, May 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, May 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be story times throughout both days. Children will be able to choose books for themselves after each story time. Contact Florence Food Share at 541-997-9110 for donation locations. 2750 KINGWOOD Florence Dental Clinic Brian G. Holmes, D.M.D, Justin H. Linton D.D.S. Eugene Foot and Ankle Health Center Podiatric Physicians & Surgeons Living with foot or ankle pain? 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. For more information on this service please see our website and click on community involvement for a youtube video. S Surviving the Heat THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2015, 2:00 PM Falls Are Preventable THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2015, 2:00 PM All Participants will be entered into a raffle for a $25 Gift Card. To RSVP and to find out about our Move In Specials call (541) 997-6111 or visit us today! Spruce Point Assisted Living 375 9th Street, Florence, Oregon 97439 Strawberries 5 Gallon Bucket (28lbs) Washed & Sliced Oregon Grown Strawberries. Great For: Smoothies • Freezer Jam • Toppings Sign up by May 23rd Delivered by May 30th $ 60/Bucket Delivery sites in Gold Beach, Bandon, Coos Bay, Reedsport, and Coquille Call now to make your summer appointments! Podiatric Physician & Surgeon now accepting new patients in Ipsum in consectetuer Proin in sapien. Proin in sapien. Fusce urna magna neque egeuat vita consectetuer Proin in sapien. Proin in. Fusce urna magna neque. Florence, Cottage Grove, and Eugene. Dr. Sarah Rincker Florence Cottage Grove Eugene 340 9th st 1260 E Main ST 1680 Chambers ST (541)942-2068 (541)683-3351 Kathleen and Nina’s Restaurant New Summer Hours Monday - Saturday 9-5 Closed Sunday CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN FLORENCE! LOOKING FORWARD TO OUR NEXT 10! W 541-997-2726 1457 8th Street, Florence e hav Auss e Pupp ie ies! Open Daily 6am-3pm Home style cooking in a friendly home style dining experience! We off er a large menu featuring traditional and house specialty items. Breakfast and lunch specials every day! Homemade Breads • Homemade Pies 2015 Siuslaw News people’s choice award winner for Best Pie on the Coast! Come in and enjoy breakfast or lunch with us or order take out. Call in and we’ll have it ready for you to pick up! 541-997-7004 When Your illness, aches and injuries won’t wait for an appointment Our Walk-in Clinic is here for you, providing high quality care when you need prompt medical attention for non life-threatening conditions. Check–In: . . 6:45 Check–In: Monday–Wednesday Monday–Friday 6:45 am–6:30 am–6:30 pm pm Thursday Saturday . . . . . . . . 7:30 7:45 am–6:30 am–5:30 pm Friday & Saturday . . . 7:30 am–5:30 pm John C. Bachmann, DVM Lindsey A. Franz, DVM Call Today to Schedule Your Appointment Open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:00 Dr. John Bachmann and his certified Veterinary Technician Elizabeth 541-997-3535 Monday-Friday SAFETY FIRST Join us as we host a lecture series to increase safety awareness on fall prevention, common home injuries and provide solutions to keep you and your loved one safe. Dr. Rincker is a Foot and Ankle 3611 Highway 101 www.holmeslintondental.com Spruce Point Assisted Living presents: WE’RE OPEN FOR BUSINESS Let us help get you back on your feet. Our popular breads and pies are available for carry out as well. Dr. Holmes, and Dr. Linton would like to thank the staff at Siuslaw Elementary School and Mapleton Elementary School for helping with another successful year of providing free urgent & preventative dental needs to the children in our community. The Medical Teams International Dental Van was parked in Mapleton, May 13, Florence May 11 & 12. T hanks from the Florence Dental Staff, School volunteers, and the community for making this happen for the 14th consecutive year. 4277, to make an appointment. Spay surgery for a female cat costs $65 and neuter sur- gery for males is $50. Spay and neuter surgeries for dogs range between $150 and $200. Vaccinations and micro- chipping are available for sur- gical patients. (Weather Permitting) (541)997-2319 Read for the Need set for Memorial Day weekend Economic Development Coordinator Kelli Weese at kelli.weese@ci.florence.or.us or call 541-997-3437. Dr. Ron Titterington of Eugene is spaying and neuter- ing cats and dogs at Florence Area Humane Society. According to Shelter Mana- ger Barb Hall, low-cost Spay and Neuter Clinics are now held every Wednesday. Call the shelter, 541-997- 541-997-9300 1739 West 22nd Street, Florence PeaceHealth Medical Group 380 Ninth St., Florence, OR 97439 541-997-7134 www.peacehealth.org/phmg/fl orence Get Results...List With Richard. Richard Beaudro Principal Broker 541 991-6677 Chets Trail #2100 – Rare 5 acre secluded parcel in the woods. Septic approved, well in place, power to the lot. Fantastic lake frontage with two potential building sites and Woahink Creek running though the lot. Bring your home plans! $200,000. #2371-14010831 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200
