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From The Professionals’ Desks
Healthy Answers–A Guide to Healthy Living:
“Why Diets Don’t Always Work!”
By Dale Brown, B.S., M.A., C.E.C. The first is the 16/8 method, which suggests you restrict loss is one to two lbs. per week, so if you have two months
Dale is a motivational speaker who eating to an 8-hour window. This can easily be done by not before the big day, the goal may be impossible to reach.
has spent many years as a Certified eating anything after dinner and eating a late breakfast. This The Diet Crasher – Does a steady diet of cabbage soup
Life Coach and has written numerous is not for everyone, but I for one find it easy to do because sound good to you? Maybe not, but if it helps you lose those
articles and e-books relating to self- I’m not a morning person. If I finish dinner by 8 p.m. and eat 50 lbs. you might. This type of diet promises you’ll lose
improvement and ways to build a by 11:00 a.m. the next day, I’ve easily met the requirement. weight by reducing your calories to 1,000 a day. This slows
high-performance team. She is the The second concept is the 5/2 diet, which involves your metabolism down to a crawl and teaches your body to
author of the recently published book, breaking up the week between eating normally and eating burn calories at a slower pace. So, once you’ve had your fill
“Small Steps...Big Changes:The fewer calories two days a week. For example, you may of cabbage soup, you’ll likely gain back the weight once
Personal Stories of a Life Coach.” Her education and years choose to eat small meals on Mondays and Thursdays (250 you get back to normal eating.
of experience in physical fitness and training of elite athletes calories for women and 600 for men) and eat as usual the The Meal Skipper – “I haven’t eaten a thing all day
has enabled her to sharpen her knowledge in many health- rest of the time. This type of fasting seems to work better so I can afford to chow down on chicken nachos and a
related areas. The following introduces a new approach to for those whose main meal of the day is a hearty breakfast. couple beers. It all evens out at the end of the day!” Wrong.
Ms. Brown’s series of columns devoted to many topics that While coaching athletes and counseling them on proper Don’t skip meals unless you’re following a specific fasting
deal with the mind/body connection and the importance of nutrition, my mantra was always and still is: “Calories in, program. Your body stores fat, holds out for the next meal
living a healthy lifestyle. Dale, a Bocaire resident, can be calories out!” It’s as simple as that. If you eat more than your and that is counterproductive to losing weight.
reached at dalebrown@lovingmondays.com. body burns, it ends up as fat somewhere on your body. You The Snacker – Snacking isn’t always a bad thing to do,
Are you one of the millions of Americans looking to hear people say, “Oh, I tried that diet, but it didn’t work for but it has to be nutritious. Eating several small meals a day
the new year to make changes in your life for the better? me.” I’ve noticed some people seem to always be on some is more likely to control hunger and keep your metabolism
Whether it’s about losing weight, exercising more, or simply sort of diet, but end up right back where they started. in high gear. Nuts are a good choice, but consider apples,
trying to live a healthier lifestyle, it’s the time of year when Why don’t diets work? trail mixes, carrots and celery; need I say more?
gym memberships soar and new diets emerge on the scene. This is the 64-thousand-dollar question. The answer is The Low-Fat Expert – “I only buy low-fat items, which
Throughout my life I have seen diets come and go, that most diets do work if you make the commitment to helps keep my fat content down.” Whoops! Low-fat does
each claiming to be the perfect solution to quickly shed practice the designated regimen. Diets don’t work when not translate to low-calorie. Check your carbs, fat, sugar,
unwanted pounds. There are many “fad” diets you may you sabotage your own efforts to succeed and blame it on and calories on the nutritional label for a real eye opener.
remember or maybe you’ve tried, such as Atkins, South the diet. In my coaching practice I have identified types of The Drinker – Did you know that some shakes, coffee
Beach, Paleo, Cabbage or Ketogenic, to name only a few. behavior that are responsible for failing to reach a desired drinks and alcoholic beverages contain more than 500
Maybe you’ve subscribed to one of the flexible food plans weight loss goal. calories? Not only that; liquid calories don’t fill you up, so
with fresh ingredients delivered to your door, or followed The procrastinator – This person is good at telling you you won’t eat any less after a high-calorie drink.
already prepared meals from Jenny Craig or Nutrisystems. what they’re going to do, load the weight watchers app to Dieting is hard, eating and drinking is easy. Don’t blame
Take your pick, the offerings are endless! keep track of calories, join a fitness class, walk 10,000 steps the diet on your inability to lose weight. For best results,
One of the most popular diets high on the leader board every day. Sounds like a plan, but six months later you find finding a healthy way of eating that you enjoy and can follow
these days is the concept of intermittent fasting. While other them still sitting on the couch, explaining that their busy for life is the answer to a healthy lifestyle. Combine good
diets outline what foods to eat, this type of diet prescribes schedule got in the way. nutrition with daily exercise along with a diet that works
when. Fasting has been found to be effective for losing The Overachiever – These folks set goals way beyond best for you. Always check in with your health professional
weight while protecting against muscle loss. There are what’s realistic. Have a class reunion coming up, a child’s before starting any diet; your health depends on it.
several different ways fasting might be beneficial for weight wedding, or some other big occasion? Okay, you want to
loss. Here are two of the most common. lose 50 lbs. by whatever the date may be. A healthy weight
Medical Matters: Elder Abuse in America
By Richard Nagler, M.D., a member Other important signs are a pattern of hospitalization for the the elder could not have made; there are cancelled checks and
of Broken Sound Club and retired same or similar injury, delayed medical care for any injury, bank statements that go to the perpetrator’s home and eviction
physician. After graduating from the visible discomfort exhibited toward a care-giver, trips to notices, unpaid bills and utilities being turned off are ignored.
University of Pennsylvania and New different ERs to avoid suspicion, and withdrawal of the elder Fraudulent signatures on financial documents, unusual changes
York University’s School of Medicine, from usual activities and socialization. Belittling, verbal and in normal spending patterns and changes in wills and other
Dr. Nagler served his internship and physical threats, the use of power and control are common. In financial documents are typical. In addition, there is a rampant
residency at Baltimore City Hospital addition, there is a serious problem with self-neglect as many pattern of missing belongings such as jewelry, various devises
and Johns Hopkins. He followed that of these elders struggle with letting go of their independence and other belongings perpetrated, especially by nursing home
with a Fellowship in Gastroenterology or admitting that they are not able to care for themselves. staff personnel.
at Yale University School of Medicine, and was then Chief They often are unable to provide for themselves with a gaunt Sexual abuse is another serious form of elder abuse
of Gastroenterology at Fitzimmons General Army Hospital appearance and significant weight loss due to insufficient food perpetrated by staff, other health care facility residents, in-
in Denver. He returned to the Yale Medical School for one for proper nutrition and adequate fluid for hydration. They wear home care takers, friends and family members. Clues that
year as an Assistant Professor of Medicine before opening unclean clothing or dress inappropriately, sleep poorly, exhibit sexual abuse is present include bleeding or pain from the
his own successful private practice in Internal Medicine poor hygiene, have unpaid bills and untreated infections or anus or genital area, bruises in the genital area or inner thighs,
and Gastroenterology. During that time, he also served for injuries. Concerned family members should recognize these panic attacks, pain walking or sitting, social and emotional
ten years as Chief of Medicine at Huntington Hospital in features and take appropriate action before it is too late. withdrawal, torn bloody or stained underwear, pelvic injury
Huntington, N.Y. There is willful deprivation exposing elders to the risk and suicide attempts.
The over-65 population in America is increasing rapidly of physical, mental and emotional harm. Physical abuse is There are a variety of risk factors involved with elder
every year and with it a rise in the abuse of these seniors very common and involves inflicting physical pain or injury. abuse: Functional dependence, physical disability, poor health,
nationwide. At present, over five million cases are being Body bruises, cuts, pressure marks, broken bones, abrasions cognitive impairment, low income, mental illness, substance
reported annually, which represents one in 10 adults over 65. and burns should be looked for by loved ones as they may abuse and dependency, family financial conditions, ageism,
However, the situation is certainly much worse as it is estimated be deliberately hidden by clothing or bedding. Withholding the current normalization of violence, lack of social support
that, due to unreported cases, only one in 24 incidents are food and fluids with weight loss and dehydration, missing and living alone.
reported to authorities. daily living aids, unsanitary living conditions and unattended There are things that can help prevent elder abuse. Educate
Elder abuse is defined as a single or repeated act or lack of medical needs occur, which can be life-threatening. seniors, professional care-givers and the public about abuse.
appropriate action in any relationship with the expectation of Emotional abuse is a devastating problem manifested Seniors must take care of their health, seek professional help
trust causing harm or distress. It is a violation of human rights by unexplained withdrawal from normal activities, insults, for drug, alcohol and depression with the family involved,
with physical injury, premature mortality, depression, cognitive isolation, terrorizing, humiliation, intimidation, harassment, attend support groups for spouses and learn about domestic
impairment, sexual molestation and psychological, emotional, name-calling, threats, confinement, isolation and denial and violence services. It is very important to plan for one’s own
financial and material components including abandonment of access to resources, which result in a variety of serious future with power of attorney and having an up-to-date living
and neglect resulting in a serious loss of dignity and respect. consequences. Unusual depression, unexplained withdrawal will, and to seek independent advice from someone trusted
The incidence of abuse is highest in nursing homes and long- from normal activities, unusual changes in behavior and sleep, before signing any documents. One should stay active in the
care facilities, with 66% reporting it having increased during strained or tense relationships, frequent arguments with a care- community and connected with friends and family in order to
the COVID-19 pandemic. This results in an estimated annual giver, fear and anxiety, attempts at hurting others, avoiding eye avoid social isolation. It is important to always post and open
loss of 36 billion dollars for the abused and their families and contact, difficulty eating and sleeping, isolation from friends one’s own mail, give no personal information over the phone,
a threat to the lives of these vulnerable seniors. Over 60% of and family, low self-esteem and mood swings are involved. direct deposit all checks and have their own phone.
cases involve adult children or a spouse. Financial abuse is extremely costly, resulting in an average If a loved one appears to be in imminent danger, the best
The most common form of elder abuse is neglect with of 3 billion dollars in losses annually. This form of abuse option is to call 911. Otherwise, one should call the adult
care-givers’ failure to provide life’s necessities. Manifestations involves the illegal, unauthorized, improper use of elder’s protective service office or a long-term care omnibundsman,
include bed sores, poor hygiene, failure to provide proper resources by someone in a trusted relationship. In this scenario, or even the police. Most states have penalties for those who
hydration and nutrition, unclean clothing, unusual weight loss, the elder usually doesn’t understand their financial situation. victimize older adults. They are trained on elder abuse and use
unattended medical needs, dislocated joints, sprains, loss of There is unusual interest by individuals (usually family) on criminal and civil laws to bring abusers to justice.
teeth, sudden unexplained hair loss and self-treated injuries. what the elder is spending. ATM withdrawals are made which