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Show JJ Sun Advocate Price, Utah Thursday May 2, 2002 3B Flavbrful eatinglfor the later years ELLEN 5t State SERFUSTINI University Exten- sion According to 1996 censu figures, the most rapidly grow-in- g segment of the US tion is age 65 orelder. While this demographic comprised bnly 12 percent of the JLJ.S. population in the mid 1990s, it is expected to make up 20 per- cent by 2030. This increased longevity has a variety of nutritional implications. , I ; Many seniors find that the fopds they used to. love just dbnt taste the same anymore. It's not their imagination; its a tact. Over time, our senses of taste and smell diminish, either paturally or as a result of medi-p- tivply arranged and garnished, Present mefflhon plates with simple patterns so the food is clearly visible. Vary the shapes; textures ; and temperatures ofjhe food. Itye time to savor your food, smell it before you taste it, and chew thoroughly before swalAugment your foods a variety of herbs, spicrtw&ngther flavor . treatments such as chemotherapy or medications. These chemosensory losses can result in a decrease in appetite, lack pf interest in food, or oven However, compensating for these losses is well within your control. Following are some ideas for mak-- , food more appetizing. ing ' 'Make sure food is attrac- - ' , - ' I- I- m 'jt. tiveness is not dependent on the ability to. smell, and because it is lower in sodium than table flavor ensalt, this hancer can boost the flavor of d diets. Add small amounts of fat (creamy dressing, cheese sauce, bacon bits) to soften sharp tasting foods. The chemosensory losses associated. with aging and medical treatments can be readily and easily managed. By using these simple tips, seniors them- en- hancement techniques. Maximizing food flavor does not call for great culinary skill, only imagjnatfon. You will find that, evonrif following a restricted diet, by creatively adding common ingredients in small, amouhts, the biter notes of som foods can be masked, and your otlrall enjoyment of fbod canhe increased, . Lobk for strongly flavored foods, if foleratd, such as garlic, onions, citrys fruits, and flavored ripegars Use fruit sauces or jams, as well asepneentfated flavors and extractho stimulate taste buds. Double the discount of. herbs easy-to-u- se sodium-restricte- f-- . ,v and spices added to recipes, but within reason. Some spicy seasonings, such as black or red pepper, shouldnt be doubled automatically. Also, dry rubs and spiceherb combinations on, me at and poultry add flavor . without fat Use flavor enhanc- ers lik ' monosodium ghitamate to enhance savory foods or reduce perceived bitterness or acidity MSGs effec- lowing. al ' .. ' selves, or through their caregivers, may regain the enjoyment eating once had, leading to improved nutritional status and better overall health. trzr now available in Carbon County blindness. The key to presenting visioa loss is early glaucoma detection. And, since Dr. Jeffrey Harjsen recently acquired the Heidelberg Retina Tomograph II (HRT II), it has never bera easier for residents of Carbon aod Emery continues to be for this blinding dis- -i before vision suffers. T is a confocal Glaucoma is the leading epuse of irreversible vision loss in the United States affecting about three million Americans. Unfortunately, up to half of them are unaware that they have the disease. Glaucoma develops without ' ' Warning. Tbo often, treatment jsnt sought until a degree of ylsion has deteriorated. At that point, steps may be taken to control the progression of the disease however, the vision that is noticeably impaired is lost forever. Glaucoma is a disease in which the eye has too much pressure like a fire that is over inflated. This is usually pain- less, but the high pressure can damage the delicate nerves in jthe back of the eyes. Over time, too much pressure can cause visual loss and even ophthalmoscope, detects the very early ' i lucoma, it also with essential for iponitoring the pro-'docto- follow-u- p ining , . rs exams. the optic nerve and adjacent nerve fiber layer, the HRT II produces a three di- - . genfcrates extremeramrate, detailed daifc and comprehensive analysis that simply is not possible to obtain with tradi tional examinations. The HRT II exam is fast, safe and usually does not re- -. quire dilating the eye. While a patient sits comfortable in a stationary position, a laser scans die eye for just a few seconds (at a lower energy level than that produced from a television remote control). Glaucoma can develop in anyone. However, some people are considered at inhigher risk than others individuals over age cluding over 60, age 40, and people with high blood pressure, diabetes, or a family history of glaucoma. Dr. Hansen is only physician in eastern Utah to offer this comprehensive, non- -, invasive HRT II examTor early diagnostic and monitoring of glaucoma. African-America- ns & spent Tuesday in Csftion County woffcir wrttvarea chiklren and conducting a workshop on neurological disabilities. Rands Filloux is pictured working with local health care provider Mae Aguayo and baby Jason Isaacson of Fernxi. Fifioux Dr. Visiting doctor, works with local children Dr. Francis Filloux; a pediatrics Neurologist from the University of Utah and Childrens Hospital in Salt Lake City and Mae Aguayo, local heath care provider with Carbon County, are part of a medical team providing assessments and treatment for many children from Carbon and Emery ficulties, and learning disabili- ties. blood pressure checked every year. countering a few hazards. Most of the lifestyle hazards can be ayoided by following a few simple directions found on roadsigns. And when anyone has their diagnostics check-u- p, its ' Cholesterol is a substance produced by the liver and from certain types of food, it is necessity for .the production of hormones, vitamin D and bile acid. When cholesterol level is ' too high, is calm hypercholesterolemia. If uncontrolled, it can lead Family History or Heredity to atherosclerosis. This fat Unfortunately, heredity is a build up in artery walls, causes risk factor for heart disease that narrowing and prevents ad- -. cannot be modified. Ihlk to your family doctor, equate blood and oxygen flow about the changes. to make to tqthe.heaft Desirable cholesterol level lower your risk of heart disease for adftlts is less than 200. and take the necessary meaSome doctors even suggest sures to control high blood lower levels. cholesterol andor hypertenlb control the cholesterol sion level, people should eat a diet low in?at,'participate in physiEat a diel low in fat cal activity, maintain a healthy Participate in physical activweight. ity on a regular basis. Main-- : tain a healthy weight at all Tobatco times. A,pmoker3 risk of heart dis-s-e is more than twice that of -- a good idea to follow up on recommendations like maintaining the right pressure (blood pressure) and iubrication (cholesterol). High Blood Pressure (Hypertension). . Narrow Road Ahead Blood pressure is the force of blood against the waljs of the arteries. When the pressure is too high, it is called high blood pressure or hypertension. It can cause stroke, heart attacks, and or kidney disease. Lifestyle changes and medication therapy can control and may even, prevent complications. Normal blood pressure for adults is jess titan .14fl systolic (upper number) and less than 90 diastolic (lower number). Ways to help lower high Counties. " Filloux was in Price Tuesday where he examined several chil- . i Theyoi fogey a person starts smoking, the more likely they will remain a smoker the rest . . of their life, smoke more heavily than those beginning later in life and. die prema- turtly. Obesity . ' Losing extra pounds is very to important maintaining good People should get their heart health. 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He said that Aguayo and her team at the health department do an excellent job setting up the workshops arid working with local parents and teachers in the two county area. dren with neurological prob People dont cruise the Heart Highway without en- He. evaluations and determines what the best treatment is for each particular child. Filloux was very complimentary of the organization in Car- 4a.m,-- 9 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-- 2 pjn. |