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Show Wednesday November u, 1990 The Daily Herald, Provo, L'tah doesn't &tt In diott A7 Lifestyle Mountain View Hospital msMov for many offers catering service For 90 percent of the population, there's no clear evidence that salt is bad By DANIEL Q. HANEY AP Science Writer When the BOSTON (AP) government warned folks a decade ago to eat less salt, the advice clearly seemed to be a sensible way to lower the risk of high Mood pressure. Almost instantly, salt became a four-lettword. Anyone who paid attention to the pronouncements of health organizations and federal agencies might think a sprinkle of salt was tantamount to a pinch of poison. fii the years since, millions of dollars quietly have been spent on dozens of research studies. But far from proving that salt is bad, the question has never been murkier. In fact, there is no convincing proof that eating salt is an important cause of high blood pressure. Scientists now know a lot more about the link between salt and er Part l and they are cerhypertension tain of a lot less. No one is suggesting that people gulp salt by the handful. Moderation makes sense. But on the other hand, many believe lt those dire warnings can be taken with, well, a grain of salt. Despite the skepticism, however, the official advice has not no-sa- changed much. Some see no pressing need to amend it, since cutting down on salt is unlikely to hurt anyone, even if ft probably wont help them, either. Others worry about how to gracefully less makes it go down. Virtually everyone agrees that these people need to watch their salt intake. But what about the rest, the roughly 90 percent of the popula- - sure go up; eating one Ss suggesting that people gulp salt by the handful. Moderation makes sense. But on the other hand, many believe those No dire no-sa- lt warnings can be taken with, well, a grain of salt. call off the salt alert without making the public skeptical about other health edicts, as well. "You make these recommendations and the science changes and you have to be able to back away from them," said Dr. John C. LaRosa of George Washington University. "You've got to do that in such a way that you dont destroy your credibility in the process." Louis V. Priebe of the industry's Salt Institute thinks even the official wisdom is beginning to change. "The hardest three words for anyone to say is, 'I was wrong,' " he said. "But they are coming around." Here's what's known: About 60 million Americans have high blood pressure. About half of them are salt sensitive. Eating more salt makes their blood pres- - tion who do not have high blood pressure? There is no clear evidence that eating salt is bad for them. "We are on less solid ground recommending blanket reduction of salt intake for normotensive people," those with normal blood pressures, said Dr. Myron Weinberger of Indiana University. "The evidence is not available and probably never will be." Dr. John Vanderveen, the Food and Drug Administration's director of nutrition, agrees. "There is no conclusive evidence that salt consumption causes hypertension. It's only a hypothesis." In the early 1980s, the evils of salt seemed much clearer. The FDA and the Department of Agriculture sponsored television ads warning Americans to beware. "Sodium reduction must remain a salt-sensiti- Landers LA. TIMES CREATORS & SYNDICATE Dear Illinois: Your judgment sounds a little better than his. I'm inclined to say that he should go along with whatever you decide. ... Dear Ann Landers: I am a girl with a problem. A guy asks for a date. He says, "I'll pick you up at 7:00 and we'll go to dinner." He doesn't get here until 7:20. He says he overslept. Another guy says, "I'll pick you at 8:00 and we'll go see a movie." He shows up at 8:30. He then insists that he said 8:30. We made the movie on time, but I hated being kept waiting for half an hour. up My problem is that I don't know what to say to guys when they are late. I want them to know I don't like it but I hate to ruin the evening by starting off with a Lexcomplaint. Please advise. ington, Ky. Dear Lex: When a fellow shows up under 30 minutes late, point to your watch and say, "I thought maybe you stood me up." Anything beyond 30 minutes can be considered seriously tardy. Tell him you were worried sick that he had an accident and to please call and let you know if he's going to be that late again. ly cathy I'm WORRIED I60UT by Cathy Guisewite YM CflTHW: b I IV J PR08LEM 7 I ? I'M x WHAT THE PR08LEM THAT THERE IS A j7 ( NOT ENTIRELY SURE 1 IS. ONLY PROBlM. j j II I I IF KNEW WORE IWOHTBeI Mti ABLE TO FIX THE PR0BLEM I j l'AS PR06LEH BY 8UTTIN& tM.j I Hfc6 II mflKE WSEIF DON'T WANT TO CREATE ft pW USUAL, ONLY CWIETEIY K around." Louis V. Priebe Salt Institute chops, prime rib, chicken pullman, creamy scrambled eggs, cherry-berr- y coffee cake, country corn chowder, twice baked sweet potatoes, potato snow balls, cream fondant, caramel popcorn, almond delight, Betsy's chocolate cloud pie, Christmas plum pudding, pecan raisin stuffed apples in cream and generally dont drink, get fat or sit in traffic. The rain forest argument has been weakened by more recent studies, and no strong experimental evidence has emerged to convince skeptics that avoiding salt prevents hypertension. more. "We started the catering as a way to keep the personnel busy and productive on a consistent basis," explained Anderson, "rather than rely on patient census." The hospital has catered events from 75 to 1,200 guests for four son, to the point where the month of December is almost entirely Horoscope Ann Dear Ann Landers: The special man in my life and I have gone together two years and are thinking of getting married. (We're both in our 40s.) He recently refinanced his house to cover the cost pf his lawyer's fees (divorce, etc.) and all bills incurred prior to my coming into his life (about $15,000). We've been discussing how we'll handle our paychecks, who will pay for what, etc. I don't want to begin our marriage by paying his past bills (especially the lawyer's fees). I've never been married and I don't have any bills or kids. He's also financing a daughter in college. He wants me to handle the finances after we get married. It would bother me to write out all these checks even though our combined income would be $70,000. I want to get married after he pays off the bills but he wants to get married now. What's your advice, Ann? Unsure in Illinois cheese ball, Hawaiian chicken wings, crab stuffed eggs, orange eggnog punch, cranberry lime punch, halibut with sout cream parmesan saucxe, stuffed pork word-of-mout- h, Dear Next month would have been 23 years of not knowing. A tremendous load has been lifted from my shoulders. I am now able to close that door and be at peace. Once again, Ann Landers, thank you for caring enough to print it. Sincerely Cindy Wayson, New Mexico Dear Cindy: Thank you for sharing your intimate feelings. "The hardest three words for anyone to say is, 'I was wrong,' But they are coming years now. Its business has grown mostly said Anderthrough Peace of mind comes to daughter Readers: Remember the letter from Lynda Paffrath of San Mateo, Calif., who saw Air Force Capt. John Martin's name on the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D C? He was listed as MIA (missing in action). Lynda's sweetheart, who was in the plane with John when it was shot down, knew he could not have gotten out alive. She asked me to help locate John's famUy so she could tell them the truth after all these years. I printed Lynda's letter and almost immediately she heard from John Martin's siblings and children. They were scattered all over the globe, as far away as Turkey. I now have a letter from a member of John Martin's family which I will share with you: Dear Ann Landers: My name is ' Cindy Wayson. I am John Martin's oldest child. It's been one week since my sister Pat called and told me about Lynda Paffrath's letter in your column. Until I read that letter and talked with Lynda, I still believed that my dad might be alive. Over the years I've tried to accept the fact that he died in captivity, wondering if I would ever know for certain. But now, for me, Sept. 27, 1990, was the day my father died. For the first time in almost 23 years, I can mourn my father's death. At the same time, I feel great peace from finally knowing the truth. I'm grateful that he didn't suffer in one of those camps. As a child, I used to have horrible nightmares of him being tortured. The best part of all is that I've finally been able to contact my dad's family. I've wanted to see them for so long. I'm planning to visit them soon. Now I'll have a part of my dad back again. general health goal for our nation," FDA Commissioner Arthur Hull Hayes Jr. said Sn 1982. Virtually every major health organization agreed, and salt reduction became part of nutritional guidelines for all, not just those with hypertension. The notion was based in large part on studies of primitive tribes in the rain forests. These people eat very little salt, and they also have low blood pressure. Scientists concluded salt must be to blame for hypertension in the industrialized world, even though many other reasons could explain why the tribesmen's blood pressure is low. For instance, they It isn't often one goes to the hospital for the good food but if Mountain View Hospital's efforts at catering continue to be successful, it may happen more often. Kim Anderson, director of food services at the Health Trust facility, is intent upon convincing Utah Valley that the hospital can provide food as delicious and appetizing as any food service around. The recent "Old Time Holiday" social at the hospital was designed to show people how versatile and capable the service is. More than 200 people showed up anxious to sample the holiday fare and take away a compilation cookbook of recipes culled especially for the season. Over 32 dishes were prepared, elegant enough for the pickiest gourmet, yet simple enough for a nonprofessional to make. They included Christmas goose J booked before the annual social occurs. For November IS By Joyce Jlllsou j& go of old fears and prejudices today. Unexpected visits from friends and calk from distant family members will help firm up plans for the upcoming holidays. Those at the office have a few surprise announcements of their own, as the time has arrived for changes. Today's Birthday (Nov. IS). Reach for that certain, secret goal. Love comes in the most unexpected way. In fact, be ready for opportunities to arrive by unusual quirks of fate. Money-makin- g ideas come in equally eccentric ways.. If you've been considering a home computer, get one now. A loved one who returns now has great things to offer in March. Lay the groundwork for a sensational career month in August. Time is on your side this year; keep cool. Aries (March 19). The generosity of friends, especially a Leo, is heartwarming. You think of a way to get the money you need. You're a bit possessive today. Don't take things so personally. 20. You may have to Taunj April accept the opposition's terms, because your position just isn't that strong right now. If your love has been away, you get a call tonight. Ride the wave of rapid changes with poise. Gemini (May 21). Talk budget with your spouse. Once healthier diet habits have been in place for a few weeks, you'll feel much better. There are new people to meet on the handball court or in aerobics class. Cancer (June ly 22). How much fun have you had lately? It's time to lighten the mood. A You new romance deserves every chance. never know what your mate is going to do next! Leo (July 22). Your family has jobs for you that weren't penciled in on today's All those holiday plans, including gift calendar. lists, fall rather nicely into place the next few all days. They require work on your part, though. Virgo (Aug. Sept. 22). Kids will fill the evening hours with requests for favors and attention. Talk to friends, enjoy open communication. It's a fascinating evening for a first date or the next step in a romance. Libra (Sept. 2JOct. 23). Home matters dominate, no matter how far you go to try to get away. Transitions are easier now for stubborn family members. Ask for rearrangements you'd like to make. 21). Set a good examScorpio (Oct. ple; today's the day you can get through to coworkers, influencing everyone to do a better job. Unexpected money falls upon you. Get in touch with stimulating friends. 21). Mercury is Sagittarius (Nov. preventing you from traveling as far or as fast as you'd like, but something you do at home is most exciting. Let a friend confide in you, then give them your honest comments on the situation. 19). Business can Capricorn (Dec. lead to romance. Others have motives you haven't taken into consideration. What you really want finally comes to mind. You'd almost forgotten very important considerations. . 18). Aquarius (Jan. should go right out the window today - let thoughts wander as far as the) will. A real idea, a spiritual revelation, or a great joke could result. Pisces (Feb. 20). Don't make a decision now; hear the opinions of others. An attraction to someone at work is reaching the decision point. Those who have something to teach you are your favorites now kick-of- f "Our prices are reasonable. Our product is certainly worth it," said Anderson. Former Pullman Inn owner Tim Morgenson, is the production manager, experienced in the art of presentation of foods and interested in promoting interest in the catering through careful preparation. He chose the recipes for the 1990 holiday cookbook, deliberately selecting those that are simple and fun to make. For Instance, he included recipes for Christmas morning breakfast that include Creamy Scrambled Eggs that are both delicious and nutritious. Other tempting entrees include a Christmas goose cheese ball, crab stuffed eggs, stuffed pork chops. Chicken Pullman, twice baked sweet potatoes and potato snow balls. Suzanne Vasquez is the catering manager, in charge of booking and event production. The catering service can provide decorative backdrops, tablecloths, centerpieces and live entertainment as well as plenty of tasty food. Anderson said the service can accommodate groups up to 150 people in the hospital and much larger groups outside. "We have the ability to travel and transport our product," he said. Once recent Homecoming weekend, the hospital catered three class reunions simultaneously. "We're really busy during the holiday season," he added. "But we'd like to be busier during the summer and spring, do more summer parties for businesses and more weddings." To contact the catering service, call the hospital at and ask for extension 115. Cookbooks are available from the hospital gift shop for $2 and the dietary department is accepting orders for Thanksgiving pies and rolls. 465-92- DELUXE GARLAND 99 Beautiful pine garlands. 9 ft long and 8 full Inches wide. Flame retardant. 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