TIME OUT. . .
July 2004
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About 45% of a person's bone mass is formed during the teen years. While it is never too late to begin, adolescence and young adulthood is a good time to form the health habits that can help prevent the early onset of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis or "brittle bones" can affect both men and women, but it's almost eight times more common in women. This thinning of the bones happens naturally with age, but in some people the bones become so brittle and fragile that they easily break. About 1.3 million older people suffer fractures each year due to osteoporosis. You can't control all the risk factors, such as age and being female, but there are any others you can control. Make weight-bearing exercise such as walking, running or dancing part of your daily activity. Make sure you are getting enough calcium. If you smoke, stop and if you drink, drink only lightly. Good Calcium Choices ► Low-fat or non-fat cottage cheese ► Non-fat sour cream ► Pudding (made with skim milk and no sugar) ► Low-fat or non-fat yogurt Source: University of Missouri Extension Families Newsletter Back to top Utah State University Cooperative Extension Service, in conjunction with the Governor's Commission on Marriage and the Utah Department of Workforce Services, has created the only completely free internet-based premarital education course in the U.S.A. that is sponsored by a major university. The online course is called Saying I Do: Consider the Possibilities. The course can be accessed by going to the Governor's Commission website located at www.utahmarriage.org, clicking on the course title (Saying I Do), then entering the User ID (marriageprep) and Password (guest). The course was designed and based on research conducted with a random sample of newlywed couples and it addresses, in a positive way, the issues that they struggle with most often. Some of the topics that are addressed include communication, conflict management, commitment, finances, sexual relations, balancing work and home life and personal interests and expectations. Source: James P. Marshall, Extension Specialist, Utah State University. Back to top Three major home-cure products for odor removal are activated charcoal, calcium carbonate (chalk) and baking soda. Place clothing or other fabric items in an open container with 1 of these products for several hours. Wash well afterwards. If the odor persists, try closing the container for a few hours, but be sure that you do not leave it unattended for very long. If moisture gets into the container, it may cause the growth of mildew. Febreze is a spray from Procter & Gamble that is designed to permanently remove garment odors, such as cigarette smoke or pet odors, without washing or dry cleaning. P & G also recommends Febreze for household fabrics such as draperies, upholstery and carpeting. Refrigerator and freezer odors: Wash the inside of the cabinet with detergent and water. Rinse with a clean cloth and clear water. Wipe dry. The plastic gasket, which seals the door, is likely to hold odors. Wash it thoroughly, rinse and dry carefully. If odor persists, wash with a solution of 1 teaspoon baking soda to each quart of warm water, or 1 cup vinegar or household ammonia to a gallon of water. Activated charcoal will soak up odors. Spread about 3 ounces of fine powdered charcoal on a sheet of aluminum foil in a shallow pan. Place on refrigerator or freezer shelf. Foods can remain in the refrigerator with the charcoal. After 6-8 hours, put charcoal in a moderate 350 degree oven to reactivate it so it can be used again. Repeat until the odor disappears. Source: University of Missouri Extension Back to top It’s coming to a McDonald's near you! 13,000 participating McDonald's restaurant will be giving parents and children a choice in their Happy Meals. McDonald's will be offering white and chocolate milk in fun Milk Jug packaging. The new containers, featuring Ronald McDonald surfing on a wave of milk, are single serve plastic, resealable bottles that are easy for small hands to hold and convenient for families on the go. The new menu is in line with dairy research. A year long study, involving more than 100,000 elementary and secondary school kids, found that kids consumed more refreshing milk when it was offered cold in different flavors and fun, grab and go containers. The new Happy Meal choice, including Milk Jugs, was available at participating McDonald's restaurants June 11th. Source: Dairy Council Back to top 1. High Impact Color - From shocking fuchsia to bright canary yellow, tone these colors down by wearing them with khaki, tan or beige. 2. Black and White - For those who don't like lots of color, stick with this perennial favorite. While black is starting to look dated, freshen it up with a geometric print. 3. Sling Back Pumps - The heavy leather pumps that looked great with your cool weather wardrobe are looking drab and dowdy. Adding a sling-back pump will lighten your look while complementing your overall appearance. The pointier the toe, the more on trend you’ll be. “Kitten” heels (low and delicate) are also a trend with dresses and skirts. 4. Loops and Hoops - Big, bold accessories are back in style. Dangle hoops style earring - they can have as many hoops as you like - from your lobes or hang a chain belt around your waist for an instant update this season. 5. Classic Pearls - If your accessory style is more traditional, load up on pearls. They add beauty and elegance to most outfits. Layer different length pearl necklaces together and wear them with a suit or even jeans. 6. Three Quarter Sleeves - They balance with the three quarter bottom “Capri” counterparts well and allow women who are hesitant to go sleeveless a lightweight look that doesn't bare all. 7. Skirts - Skirts in a variety of lengths, patterns and prints are getting attention for work and play this season. 8. Clutch Bags and Totes - The clutch is defined as a handbag of various shapes and sizes with or without a short handle, but never with straps. Think bold colors, interesting embellishments such as bamboo handles or gold and silver hardware. Source: Dry Cleaners
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Updated: July 2004