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Show ven eeesstt THE OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Page 7 September 1, 2006 Utahans Mourn Early Loss of Well Known TV Personality Clearinghouse clearly states, “Until recently, eat steak at every meal and stay trim, you’re still especially people with diverticulosis. Nuts are a increasing your risk of developing colorectal cangood source of fiber and protein. Although nuts many doctors suggested avoiding foods with contain fat, it is mostly unsaturated, the “good small seeds such as tomatoes or strawberries cer. A balanced diet high in fiber—whole grains The world lost a great man with the passing of and fresh vegetables and fruit—is key. kind.” Several studies have shown that heartbecause they believed that particles could lodge “Mister Outdoors,” Doug Miller—former KSL healthy diets that contain various nuts lower choin the diverticula and cause inflammation. Since diabetics have an increased risk of newscaster and KUTV’s host of Outdoors with lesterol and coronary heart disease risk. With a However, this is now a controversial point and no developing colorectal cancer, it’s also a good idea Doug Miller. A personal friend of our family’s, strong family history for colon cancer, it’s all the to avoid food choices that are known to lead to evidence supports this recommendation he was a genuine,warm, and caring man with a more reason to eat plenty of high fiber foods. Benson T. Massey, MD, Associate Professor diabetes—high-glycemic foods such as sugary heart as big as his infectious smile and as deep In our age of information, Americans hear Arkansas voice. r and over again the importance of exercising ug Miller passed away peacefully on and eating right—which includes including more August 20, 2006 at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake whole grains, nuts, and fruits and vegetable in the Go to a doctor if you have any colorectal cancer symptoms. These include changes in bowel City after being hospitalized since July 31. He habits, rectal ae ing, or sudden weight loss. diet; and less meat and processed (white) foods. died from complications of colon cancer. Tf you re 50 or older, sch Scr eening, then actuallyk pointment. The difficulty one is faced with when trying to Miller is a legend in Utah television and radio Eata peared diet. ae eee is ee of weight. Ifyour eT i: Ten make this change is almost overwhelming. cancer prevention, a balanced diet high in fiber broadcasting where he shared with his audience Almost everything in our American culture fights Maintain a healthy weight. Do you weigh more han you want to? You can probably name his latest adventure in pursuit of “wild places and your chances of success. Our supermarkets and oo ole weight; now you can add colon cancer prevention to the list. wild things.” The Arkansas native’s broadcast e lifestyle. Including a regular exercise program in your life makes you feel small grocery stores line their shelves with career spanned more than three decades. Miller better and nis in colon cancer prevention processed foods created and packaged to increase moved to Utah in 1977 as Morning News Anchor Consider genetic counseling. If someone i in your family has FAP or HNPCC, or if you're of shelf life for the product without any concern for Ashkenazi Jewish descent, you should seriously consider adding genetic counseling to your for KSL Radio. In 1979 he became Radio News what it will do for the consumer’s shelf life (life colon cancer prevention plan Director at KSL, and was named KSL Television span). For marketing purposes, the myriad of Leam your family medical‘ history. When discussing colon cancer prevention with your doctor, Sports Director in 1989. remember to mention if family members have had polyps or colorectal cancer. Other cancers processed and packaged foods enticing the conIn 1995, he developed a weekly television sumer are also designed to taste good; it’s program featuring western outdoor adventures. ry. Personal concems are polyps, certain designed to satisfy the taste buds on the tongue at cancers, and chronic inflammation of the bowel—all of which can increase the risk of developIn its six year run on KSL-TY, the program develhe expense of the overall health of the remainder ing colo! | cancer. oped a large loyal audience and made the name 4 about colon cancer cancer of the body. Learn to read labels—even pack! Ify Don’t smoke. Surprise, another reason t Doug Miller a legend among outdoor enthusice you'll have to = a Scere smoking cessat iolQn. aged products that claim to be more nutritious or asts—both locally and nationally. During his Reduce radiation exposure. According to .S. Department of Health and Human Services, lower in fat and sugar are still a nightmare for the career, he earned several awards from the colon ens has been ort by doses “ Sal as 1,000 millisieverts. normal body to deal with,,, Carhalyydeates: from Outdoor Writers of America and several regional processed fi For more information about colon cancer prevention, visit “Emmy” awards. In October, 2001 Doug and his ly responsible for sudden rises in blood sugar folToPreventCRC.htm> is program moved to KUTV Channel2 where audilowed by a sudden drop. Fluctuating blood sugar ence loyalty remained consistently strong. In levels, over time, cause the is to wear of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology processed snacks and refined carbohydrates that addition to his weekly program, Miller gave time out—eventually leading to diabetes. and Hepatology at the Medical College of are often referred to as “white” foods. These in support of numerous outdoor conservation One of the best legacies a parent can leave a include white sugar, white rice, white bread, and Wisconsin, specializes in gastroenterology. causes and public speakA 4 him ther ic NO evid, white pasta child is a healthy body and a strong mind and er and personality. Another American health concern for many spirit. Take the time to educate yourself, and then that foods such as nuts and seeds worsen diverMiller, 59 years old, leaves behind his set an example of how to live a healthy life. The ticulosis. To the contrary, eating high fiber foods over the age of 50 is diverticulosis—yet another wife Marilyn, one daughter, and two beautibenefits for you and your family of living a by product of America’s processed food fixation. is the ONLY treatment for diverticulosis. ful grandchildren. As many as one in three individuals in the U.S. Everyone should eat a diet high in fiber, but longer healthier life are innumerable. Our family, with many others I’m sure, offers over the age of 50 may have it. There is a myth our sincerest felt oa to the Miller family. that still prevails that this health problem is He will be greatlym caused by nuts, seeds (including those from Doug Miller contributed much to the commutomatoes and berries), poppy seeds, peas, corn, nity botl fessionall | ing individual any don’t even realize they have who donated his time and talents to benefit many it until they undergo a colonosco, charitable causes. A well know celebrity, he was Diverticuli are tiny “pockets” of weakness in never too busy to spend time with and visit the the wall of the large intestine. This condition is younger members of our extended family when he called diverticulosis. Diverticulitis is when these hunted with us, or attended other outings at our aie become inflamed from infection—usualfamily’s ranch. When our son spent a month at | It lodged in the pockPrimary Children’s Hospital, he was kind enough to és where the food begins to rot. This typically visit and give an encouraging word. causes fever, pain, and tenderness in the wever tragic an early and unexpected abdomen. The two major signs of diverticular death can be, I believe Miller’s passing can also disease are bleeding and infection. contribute to the critically needed public awareDiverticulitis usually clears up within a week anc sre I oe antibiotics and a liquid or soft diet. After the es of colon cancer and diverticulosis, another infection clears up, patients should eat a health problem Miller had to deal with from time high- fiber diet including nuts, seeds, whole ime. Miller originally went to the hospital grains, fruits, and vegetables. They should drink thinking he was suffering another troublesome plenty of fluids and avoid constipation at all bought with this often painful malady. It was costs, even if it requires taking Metamucil (psylonly later that doctors found the cancer. lium seed) or other fiber products daily. Hard Diets high in fat and cholesterol (especially stools or straining will cause more diverticuli to from animal sources) have been linked to an appear or the existing ones to enlarge. increased risk of colorectal cancer. Low-fiber Okay to Eat Seeds and Nuts diets have also been associated with increased The National Digestive Diseases Information risk. Weight really isn’t a risk factor; even if you Compiled by Shanna Francis Ogden Valley News Qo a Ss Se > Oo o s Sy at = Ten Tips for Colon Cancer Prevention Celeste C. Canning PLLC Attorney at Law 2590 Washington Boulevard, Suite 200 Ogden, Utah 84401 Local: 801 791-1092 Office: 801 612-9299 Email: ccanninglaw@aol.com Eden home on 3 acres $529,000 Updated and close to recreation. Ski-in ski-out Powder Mtn from $729,000 Three lots available slopeside! 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