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Show tElir Page 4 Nephi, Utah iTimrs-rCrtu- s September 8, 2004 Good things wrapped in small packages The latest lunch crae is a snap to create, and gives a great impression for casual lunches or light appetizers. Its a wrap. Although many restaurants are serving wraps today as a new menu item, this sandwich alternative first arrived on the scene in northern California in the 1990s. The trend caught on when cooks took the traditional bumto and experimented bv adding ingredients like vegetables and tofu. a Wraps are easy to make at home and they are great for turning leftover vegetables and cooked meats into heartier sizes. and come flavors in By using several because for they excellent Flour tortillas are dinner wrap. making wraps tortillas that are six to 12 inches in diameter you can choose the size wrap that fits your appetite. To prevent the tortillas from cracking and splitting open when rolling the wraps, place them in a plastic resealable fixid storage bag, microwave on HIGH for 20 to 30 seconds or until warm and pliable. Fold the wrap burrito style by the placing fillings in the center of the tortilla. Bring in both sides of the tortilla and roll from the bottom up. Or, lay the roll to the at top. uncovered. bottom, end one on tightly Starting ingredients the tortilla, leaving To help contain the fillings in the wrap, spread your choice of mayonnaise, mustard or hummus up to a quarter inch from the edge of the wrap before adding on the ingredients. If you add lettuce, place the shredded pieces directly on the spread to help keep the ingredients together. Classic Deli Wraps 1 container (8 ounces) light cream cheese spread mustard 2 tablespoons Dijon 1 6 1 tablespoon honey whole wheat flour tortillas 12 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce 8 ounces thinly sliced deli ham 34 cup (3 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese 1 large tomato, seeded and diced 1 medium green bell pepper, diced G slices bacon, crisply cooked, drained and crumbled 1. Combine cream cheese, mustard and honey in small bowl; mix well. 2. Using Medium Scoop, top each tortilla with a level scoop of cream cheese mixture; spread to within A inch of edge. Cover with 11 cup lettuce, pressing lightly. Place two ham slices over lettuce. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cheese over ham. Top evenly with tomato, bell pepper and bacon. 3. Roll up each tortilla tightly. To serve, cut each wrap diagonally in half with serrated knife, Charlie Mangelson and Eliana Lopez to marry in the Manti Temple ield: 6 servings. Charlie Mangelson and Eliana Lopez have chosen September 11, 2001 as their wedding day. They will be married in the Manti LDS Central Utah Water Conservancy District sets public meeting Central Utah Water Con- servancy District will hold a public meeting September 23, 2001 at 7 p.m. in the board room of the District headquarters at 355 West University Parkway in Orem. The purpose of the meeting is to receive comments on the preliminary recommendations of the Prioritization Committee regarding implementation of certain water conservation projects through the Water Conservation Credit Program 207), (Credit Program-Sectioas well as comments on the n funding recommendations for projects under the Local Development Option Section 20G program. The District will make every effort to make this meeting accessible to disabled attendees. Please contact the District at the above address 100 with or call (801) 22G-any special needs or requests at least three (3) days before the meeting. Copies of the preliminary recommendations are available at the Districts office 7 (if you would like a copy sent to you via mail or fax, please call Public comment on the recommendations will be accepted for 30 days, from September 24 until October 26, 2003. Written comments may be sent to the address above anytime during that time period. ter of Elio and Maria Lopez of Metan. Charlie graduated from Juab High School in 1997 and served in the Argentina Salta Temple and will be honored at a reception that same evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Mangelson residence at 70 West 200 North, Levan. All friends and family are invited to attend. Eliana studied at St George English Institute in Metan, Argentina. She is the daugh LDS Mission. He is currently studying Criminal Justice at Utah Valley State College and is employed at UCN in Bluffdale. He is the son of Paul and Sandra Mangelson of Levan and the grandson of Marcile Jackson of Nephi. They will make their home in Herriman. Clarifying the caffeine controversies Found in coffee, tea, choco- late and some soft drinks, possible benefits of caffeine, misperceptions remain. For example: caffeine is one of the most extensively studied ingredients in food its relationship to health has been the subject of research for the past two decades. Recent research even suggests caffeine consumption may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Experts agree moderation and common sense are key to safe caffeine consumption. For most adults, this means about 300 milligrams, the amount in three cups of coffee or six cups of tea. Even with all the research high blood pressure. Some people may experience a temporary and modest rise in blood pressure. Individuals with hypertension should consult a physician about caffeine intake; however, caffeine does not cause chronic hypertension and moderate consumption is not associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Myth: Caffeine causes dehydration. Research has found that the minimal diuretic ef- supporting the safety and fects of caffeine G-- z Myth: Caffeine causes dont compro mise overall body hydration. The National Academy of Sc- said caffeinated beverages can count toward total daily fluid intake. Myth: Caffeine can be addictive. Although caffeine is sometimes characterized as addictive, medical experts agree caffeine consumption is safe and should not be classified with addictive drugs of abuse. Some sensitive individuals may experience nuld, iences temporary headache, rest- lessness or irritability when caffeine intake is quickly and substantially reduced. This can be avoided by progressively decreasing intake over a few days. Myth: Theres a link between caffeine and bone health. Research shows that moderate caffeine intake is not a threat to bone health or calcium balance when adequate calcium is consumed. Healthy adults need 1,000 to 1,200 mg calcium a day (found in three to four cups milk or yogurt). Myth: Caffeine improves intelligence. It wont make you smarter, but caffeine in moderation may increase alertness in tired individuals and have a positive effect on both mental and physical performance. Tackling ear infections in tots Nothing seems more pain- ful for children or frustrating for parents than middle ear infections. With three out of four children suffering from at least one middle ear infec- tion before age three, and half of these children experiencing repeat infections, it may seem like children are always class to be held in September ATV Utah State Parks will be holding an ATV certification class on Saturday, September 25, at 9:30 a.m. The class will be held at the Juab County Fairgrounds Building. For information or to register for this class please call Multi-Purpos- e Area piano teachers hold annual fall meeting All piano teachers in the Juab County area are invited to attend a meeting and potluck luncheon on Wednesday, September 15, from 12 to 1 p.m. at the Old Mill Recital Center, 165 East 100 South, Nephi. We will be calendaring the years events, discussing news from the National Federation of Music Clubs and planning our annual music festival. Dues for the Juab Utah Chapter of the National Fed, eration of Music Clubs are due at this meeting ($25). We invite all past members of NFMC and any new or interested teachers to join us. For more information contact Margaret or Linda Davis Thomson 5 623-531- 5 623-584- sick. Middle ear infections are the most common infection for which antibiotics are prescribed for children in the United States, leading to about 16 million doctor visits each year. To help parents and physicians, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) recently released guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ear infections. New Guidelines Advocate Optimal Antibiotic Therapy The new guidelines offer clear recommendations for the diagnosis of ear infec- tions, beginning with an evaluation of the childs history of ear infections, signs of fluid in the middle ear and presence of middle-ea- r inflammation. Based on the doctors assessment and the age of the child, antibiotic treatment is recommended in the following cases: For children under six months For children between six , rAvV-V- t i f- - G : 1 L . . H; Kimberly Christensen and Mario Wilkey months and two years of age, when a certain or definite diagnosis is made For children two years and older, in cases of severe infection (temperature of 39C102.2F andor . . moder- ate to severe ear pain) For all children who have been observed for 48 to 72 hours and have not shown improvement How Can I Tell if My Child Has a Middle Ear Infection? Only a doctor can properly diagnose a child w'ith an ear infection, but parents should monitor for differences in behavior. Also to note: Ear pain and fever are the most common symptoms of a middle ear infection Young children with lim- ited communication skills often express these symptoms through ear tugging and persistent crying Your child may also be listless, irritable, have trouble hearing, or not feel like eating or sleeping Physicians diagnose the infection based on signs and symptoms and the appearance of the eardrum What Causes Middle Ear Infections? When a child has a cold or Kimberly Christensen and Mario Wilkey to marry in the Manti Temple Kimberly Jo Christensen and Mario Blair Wilkey have chosen September 10, 2004 as their wedding day. They will be married in the Manti LDS Temple. They will be honored at a reception that same day from p.m. at 670 North Cloward Way, Elk Ridge. In case of inclement weather, the reception will be held in the LDS church at 460 West 160 South, Salem. Fam- 7:00-9:0- 0 an infection, the eustachian tube, which connects the middle ear to the back of the throat, can become blocked and cause build-uof fluid in the middle ear: When fluid trapped in the middle ear p becomes infected, a middle, ear infection can develop. The three most common middle ear bacteria are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophi-lu- s influenzae and Moraxella See Ear on page 6 ily and friends are invited to attend. Kimberly graduated from Spanish Fork High School and is attending the nursing program at Utah State University in Logan. She is the daughter of Kim and Carrie Christensen of Elk Ridge. Mario graduated from Juab High School. He served a mission to the Dominican Republic. He is currently attending Utah State University and working at Cache Valley Specialty Hospital as a pharmacy tech. He is the son of Nile and Robyn Wilkey of Nephi. Grandparents of the bride are Lenard and Ruby Ella Christensen of Provo, and Burke and Dorothy Cloward of Elk Ridge. Grandparents of the groom are Keith and Joyce McCaf-ferof Nephi. The couple will make their first home in Logan. y |