The #1 Tool to Avoid Food Poisoning

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You always knew your dishwasher was convenient. But did you also know that it's one of your best allies in keeping your kitchen safe from contaminants? The dishwasher sanitizes everything that goes in it, says Bonnie Richmond, senior lecturer in food safety and sanitation at the Hotel School at Cornell University, if you use the dry cycle. During that cycle, the internal temperature of the dishwasher reaches 170°F, which is required for sanitizing. (Sanitizing is the process of reducing harmful microbes to an acceptable level. Sterilizing is the process of removing all living organisms - something we can't aspire to in our own homes.)

Here's Richmond's first rule of thumb: Run anything through the dishwasher that can go into it, including plateware, glassware, flatware, plastic cutting boards, and sponges. Anything that touches raw meat and fish, or their juices or blood, should be placed in the dishwasher immediately. That means if you use a sponge to wipe up the counter where meat juices have spilled, you should toss it right in the dishwasher and get out a clean one. At the very least, your sponges should go into the dishwasher every time you run it. Be sure to keep a backup supply on hand so you are not tempted to use a dirty one.

PLUS: 8 Places Germs Hide in Your Home

One thing you can't put through the dishwasher is your hands. Always keep a bar of soap or soap dispenser next to the kitchen sink. To ensure that you are not spreading contaminants, wash your hands thoroughly whenever you enter the kitchen, between each kitchen task, and before you leave the kitchen. 

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Kendrick Perkins drops 32 pounds, bucking the lockout trend

By Kelly Dwyer

Since entering the NBA in 2003, Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins has been known for his hustle, his defensive smarts, his willingness to cover a multitude of defensive sins on the interior, and a wee bit of girth. Perk looked a little doughier in 2010-11 because he was unable to condition his body as usual following a knee ligament tear suffered in the 2010 Finals. With the five-month lockout lopping off the typical training camp and preseason, along with two months' worth of games, there was ample time for Perkins to balloon up even further as the hours wiled away.

[Photos:Stunning 'Biggest Loser' transformations]

Instead, he went in the opposite direction, shedding 32 pounds, checking in at 267 at the start of training camp, and looking as svelte as ever. Check out the before and after pictures:

Here's Perk's regime, as reported on by the Associated Press:

Perkins said he spent about three hours many mornings during the offseason lifting weights and doing conditioning work to help get him out of his knee braces, then he'd get up shots and play pickup games whenever he could. He also hired a nutritionist to help get him slimmed back down to 275 pounds, where the Celtics had him listed at the start of last season.

"I was just eating whatever I wanted. You have to change up your diet a little bit. But there was a lot of things that was healthy on the menu that I actually liked," Perkins said. "I feel a ton better. … It's just a sacrifice you've got to put in. You've really just got to be honest and look yourself and look yourself in the mirror and go from there. [...]

"Obviously, when you get lighter, you move quicker and you jump higher. I've never been a real leaper but I've got some kind of hops now," Perkins said. "It's all good."

Agreed. And we doubt losing the weight will affect Perkins' ability to help defensively and bang on both sides of the ball in the post. His strength, footwork and smarts will allow him to produce as usual. The Thunder's frontcourt of Perkins, Serge Ibaka and Kevin Durant might be the skinniest we've seen in years, but it's also the youngest and scariest trio in the NBA at this point. The Thunder, like Perk, are looking good.

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Tips: Eating whole grain bread or cereal is more nutritious and keeps you fuller for longer than processed ones.

Living Better with Diabetes.

First Congregational Church 125 Ellis Street NW  Atlanta, GA 30303    Thursdays, January 5th - April 26th 5:30-8:30PM  C.H.O.I.C.E.S. is pleased to announce a sponsorship from Novo Nordisk to present Living Better with Diabetes, a free workshop series for people over age 18, who have type 2 diabetes. While we are remaining focused upon our mission of preventing childhood obesity, we cannot ignore the facts -there is a significant correlation between obesity and diabetes, especially here in Georgia.  By using lessons learned over the last 10 years of presenting obesity prevention programs, we have the educational resources to make a positive impact on the health of 120 participants and that of their families. Our excitement is contained only by the necessity for guest speakers, culinary chefs, diabetes educators, fitness trainers, dietetic interns and health student interns that can contribute just a little of their time on a Thursday evening. We realize that the success ofLiving Better with Diabetes is dependent upon the willingness of professionals such as yourself to share your stories and knowledge! To donate your time as a volunteer or expert, please fill out this brief survey. http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e5fwa77egvzgajn6/start To register, please call 678-819-3663 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            678-819-3663      end_of_the_skype_highlighting or emaildiabetes@choicesforkids.org.  Space is limited to 30 participants per session. For more information on our Living Better with Diabetes workshops, please reference the flyer below.

The Truth Of 'Prime" Cut Meats!

DoubleTree by Hilton's "Dollars for Dreams"

C.H.O.I.C.E.S. is honored to be selected as DoubleTree by Hilton's "Dollars for Dreams" recipient for this quarter. Please join us Friday, November 11th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta-Northlake's Hotel at the "Dollars for Dreams" Silent Auction.  This is your chance to do a little holiday shopping while supporting C.H.O.I.C.E.S.. Plan your getaway, bid on great hotel packages, and enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres. All proceeds from the auction will benefit C.H.O.I.C.E.S' programs and our mission to end childhood obesity. Click here to RSVP. http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e55tcvzbgu8g8q2d/start   Can't attend the benefit, please consider making a donation to our 2012 programs at: https://secure.commonground.convio.com/CHOICES/champions/.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month

Did you know...

• Nearly 26 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes.
• Another 79 million Americans have prediabetes and are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes.
• Recent estimates project that as many as 1 in 3 American adults will have diabetes in 2050.
• Diabetes kills more people each year than breast cancer and AIDS combined.

Local Diabetes Events
 

KISS Diabetes Goodbye

Sunday, November 6, 2011

9:00am-3:00pm

 

New Birth Missionary Baptist Church

6400 Woodrow Rd

Lithonia, GA 30038

Chicken Wings- Its Dangerous???

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Chicken Wings- Its Dangerous (Folks, I Care)
Avoid eating chicken wings frequently - ladies, especially; a true story...!

Growth of a cyst in the womb Avoid eating chicken wings frequently - ladies, especially; a true story...! A friend of mine recently had a growth in her womb and she underwent an operation to remove the cyst. The cyst removed was filled with a dark colored blood. She thought that she would be recovered after the surgery but! she was terribly wrong. A relapse occurred just a few months later. Distressed , she rushed down to her gynecologist for a consultation. During her consultation, her doctor asked her a question that puzzled her. He ask if she was a frequent consumer of chicken wings and she replied yes wondering as to how, he knew of her eating habits. You see, the truth is in this modern day and age; chickens are injected with steroids to accelerate their growth so that the needs of this society can be met. This need is none other than the need for food. Chickens that are injected with steroids are usually given the shot at the neck or the wings. Therefore, it is in these places that the highest concentration of steroids exists. These steroids have terrifying effects on the body as it accelerates growth.. It has an even more dangerous effect in the presence of female hormones, this leads to women being more prone to the growth of a cyst in the womb. Therefore, I advise the people out there to watch their diets and to lower their frequency of consuming chicken wings! SingaporeMedical Association Tel: (65) 6223 1264, ext. 22 Fax: (65) 6224 7827 Email: sharon@sma.org. sg Website: http://www.sma.org.sg

Nashville Mobile Market

Nashville Mobile Market is in quite high demand for appearances in the next couple weeks, so we really need your help! Below are four events at which NMM's presence has been requested. My hope is that you'll have at least one of these events you could show for. I'm not going to set up shifts quite yet, since I know y'all sometimes only have an hour here or there to contribute. Please send me the times you'd be able to rep NMM ASAP. These events are right around the corner!

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All events just asked that we set up a booth, so all you'd have to do would be to show up, pass out brochures, and oodle and ahhh about NMM.

CFA's Food Day, October 24, from 5-8 at Nashville Farmers' Market (booth set-up from 4-4:45)

A celebration of local food system heroes, and an invitation for the public to enjoy tasty creations from Nashville eateries and collectively rising to the challenge to end hunger / create a healthy, just and sustainable food system. YOU WANT TO VOLUNTEER HERE -- free, delicious food!

Edgehill Health Fair, October 24, from 11-1 at Gernert Homes

A health fair for the Edgehill community. Edgehill was NMM's pilot community -- it'll be neat to interact with the community partners and customers who got us going!

Lake Providence Health Expo, October 29, from 10-3 at Lake Providence Missionary Baptist Church (5891 Nolensville Road)

An effort to perform outreach focusing on the health concerns of individuals and empowering them to make informed health care decisions to improve their overall health and wellness. If you want to see who's on the cutting-edge of healthcare for under-resourced areas, there will be some big names at this event.

Edgehill Halloween Party, October 29, from 6-9

A family fun event that with fall festivities for kids and parents. You can probably wear costumes to coax people to our booth.

E-mail me, Abby Hannifan (lauren.a.hannifan@vanderbilt.edu), back quick quick quick! Thanks a lot!

Jerome Harrison’s failed physical turned up a brain tumor

By MJD

The reason for Jerome Harrison's(notes) failed physical, the one that voided the trade between the Lions and Eagles, was a brain tumor, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions agreed to a trade on Tuesday that would've sent Harrison to Philadelphia. A day later, however, the trade was voided when Harrison did not pass a physical.

[Related: NFL bust Ryan Leaf needs radiation for brain tumor]

Here's the tweet from Schefter:

Without trade, Jerome Harrison doesn't get physical. Without physical, doctors don't find brain tumor. Trade might have saved his life.

We don't yet know of a definitive prognosis for Harrison, but Reuben Frank of CSNPhilly.com says that the tumor is "considered treatable and not life-threatening." He also says Harrison wouldn't play again this year.

Obviously, we wish the best for Harrison. Treatable or not, the term "brain tumor" is horrifying, and must've come as an unbelievable shock to the guy.

This is the worst kind of news, and obviously, there's nothing good about it. As Schefter points out, though, it's not hard to see the trade as a blessing. A physical is mandatory when you're traded in the NFL, and without it, maybe doctor's don't find the tumor until much, much later.

C.H.O.I.C.E.S. is honored to be selected as DoubleTree by Hilton's "Dollars for Dreams" recipient

C.H.O.I.C.E.S. is honored to be selected as DoubleTree by Hilton's "Dollars for Dreams" recipient for this quarter. Please join us Friday, November 11th from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta-Northlake's Hotel at the "Dollars for Dreams" Silent Auction.  This is your chance to do a little holiday shopping while supporting C.H.O.I.C.E.S.. Plan your getaway and bid on great hotel packages. All proceeds from the auction will benefit C.H.O.I.C.E.S' programs and our mission to end childhood obesity.   A big thank you to DoubleTree for selecting C.H.O.I.C.E.S..  We'll see you at the auction!

Can't attend the benefit, help C.H.O.I.C.E.S. win $5000 to fight childhood obesity by playing for the Southeast now through Friday at midnight at www.kiwifruitforkids.com.

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Zoey's New Video! Did you know... Zoey loves playing golf?  And isn't very good with a hula hoop?  But she can juggle and she loves kiwifruit?  Learn more about Zoey in her new youtube video.  Help Zoey win $5000 to fight childhood obesity by playing for the Southeast atwww.kiwifruitforkids.com. And don't forget to make friends with Zoey online to learn more about how to make healthy CHOICES!

3 Reasons Why You're Not Losing Weight at the Gym

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You go to the gym, work out, but you still aren't losing any weight. What gives? It's a frustrating scenario but not an impossible one to change. Here are three reasons why you aren't losing weight at the gym and what to do about them. 

• You're Not Doing Enough (Intense) Cardio Aerobic activity is the most efficient way to burn calories, so make sure you are consistent with cardio workouts. We recommend doing at least 30-45 minutes of cardio, three to four times a week. It's also important to pick the right kind of cardio workout. Studies show that faster-paced workouts help release fat-burning hormones in the body and that interval training is key to losing unwanted belly fat. Still not convinced that you should step up your gym workouts? A recent study said that a 45-minute vigorous workout gets three times the net calories burned compared to the same 45 minutes spent walking; it also increases metabolic rate for up to 14 hours post-workout. To melt away unwanted pounds, choose high-intensity workouts like intervals, running, boot camp, or spin.
• You Aren't Really Committed You showed up to the gym, which is awesome. But what's not awesome is how you might be spending your time there — weight loss is as much a mental game as a physical one. Mindlessly walking on the treadmill while flicking through a copy of Us Magazine isn't the best way to go about weight loss, and neither is talking yourself out of a workout once you're there. (You can lose a calorie burn of over 50 calories from just shaving five minutes off of a workout!) Commit yourself by finding a specific goal or personal reason that inspires you to lose the weight and use that as motivation to maintain your fitness routine. Along the way, set smaller goals for yourself and celebrate in some small way when you meet them. This will help you stay focused the entire way through.
• You Don't Strength Train Even though cardio is key to weight loss, a good fitness program should incorporate one to two strength training sessions per week. Strength training can reduce overall body fat by three percent in just 10 weeks since muscle burns more calories than fat. And don't forget the after-burn: after an hour-long strength training session, the average woman burns an extra 100 calories over the next 24 hours. Maximize your time by rolling cardio and strength workouts into one. Circuit training intervals and bootcamp-style workouts focus on mixing bursts of cardio with serious strength training moves, but if you don't have time for a long session, perform supersets of compound moves instead.

Apple’s Board of Directors on Steve Jobs

After a six year struggle, Steve Jobs was taken by his longtime battle with cancer.

Apple’s Board of Directors said the following in a statement:

“We are deeply saddened to announce that Steve Jobs passed away today.

Steve’s brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives. The world is immeasurably better because of Steve.

His greatest love was for his wife, Laurene, and his family. Our hearts go out to them and to all who were touched by his extraordinary gifts.”

Steve Jobs began his struggle with pancreatic cancer in 2004, when he informed Apple employees that he had undergone surgery for an islet-cell neuroendocrine tumor.

Jobs’s condition began to worsen in 2008 though, eventually leading to his second leave of absence. It was revealed that Jobs underwent a liver transplant that year.

In 2011, Steve Jobs took his third leave of absence so that he could focus on his health. It would prove to be his final one. Jobs never returned as full-time CEO, and in August he resigned as CEO of Apple

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"I am Jgreene, nonprofit work is my passion". I am Jamal Greene, a Health Science graduate of The Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN. I have a passion for Public Health and getting the knowledge I obtain out to the general public. I enjoy topics in health care that include Health & wellness, Politics in Health, Sexual health, and more. I have participated in numerous service learning projects and have worked directly with many local Nashville and Georgia health agencies and non-profit organizations including the Nashville Health Department, Nashville Cares, Adventure Science Center, Inspire Atlanta, Greater Travelers Rest Orchestra and Street works!
My passion for being health conscious developed when I began to recognize the people I loved the most were being affected by sickness and becoming just another statistic in our world. I have lost many loved ones including both my Grandfathers,uncles, and mother to diabetes where 3.7 million African Americans (14.7 percent of all African Americans age 20 years and older) are affected. These events caused a shift in my thinking and I decided to take on health Advocacy in college and to pursue a Bachelors of Science degree in health Sciences.
My passion for health lead me to form an organization by the name of Be Health Conscious where our
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