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It is not only sellers that can benefit from Reinhardt & Slater’s personal and innovative service. First time home buyers who are new to the market are relieved to work with an agency that treats them like an individual not just a number. “Bruce was very thorough. He wasn’t in a rush at all, which was great. He made the buying process really easy” says Ben, a recent client.

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Vitamin D is the most common nutritional deficiency in Australia, but most people are quite clueless as to its importance.

Please remember that without question the best way to optimize your vitamin D level is with regular exposure of large portions of your skin to the sun. Of course, choose times of day when you won’t get burnt such as before 10 am and after 4 pm.

This true or false test was developed by Dr. John Cannell. He is one of the leaders in the vitamin D education movement and has a very comprehensive Web site at http://cholecalciferol-council.com/ dedicated to vitamin D.

1. Vitamin D reverses inflammatory changes associated with age-related memory impairment.

True. Researchers from Ireland were the first to demonstrate that vitamin D3 acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and turns old brains into young brains – at least as far as inflammatory cytokines are concerned. This research suggests vitamin D may prevent, or even treat, age-related cognitive decline! (Biochem Soc Trans. 2005 Aug;33(Pt 4):573-7.)

2. Your blood sugar is closely associated with your vitamin D level.

True. Researchers in Australia added to the growing evidence that sun avoidance contributes to the epidemic of type 2 diabetes. The Australians’ findings were straightforward and powerful. The higher your vitamin D level, the lower your blood glucose. (Clin Endocrinol (Oxf). 2005 Jun;62(6):738-41.)

3. In July, a group from Minnesota scientists

found that 100 % of elderly patients admitted for fragility fractures were vitamin-D deficient despite the fact that half of them were taking vitamin D supplements.

True. The authors found that women taking supplemental vitamin D had average levels of 16.4 ng/ml while women not taking supplements had levels of 11.9.ng/ml, both dangerously low. None of the 82 women got enough sun or took enough vitamin D to obtain a level of 40 ng/ml. These were fragility fractures, not fractures caused by unusual trauma. That is, their bones just sort of fell apart also called ‘osteoporosis’. (Curr Med Res Opin. 2005 Jul;21(7):1069-74.)

4. Women with the lowest vitamin D levels had five times higher risk for breast cancer.

True. Women with 25(OH)-vitamin D blood levels less than 20 ng/ml were more than five times more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer than were women with levels above 60 ng/ml. That are five, repeat five, times more likely! (Eur J Cancer. 2005 May;41(8):1164-9. Epub 2005 Apr 14.)

5. Avoiding the sun doubles the risk of prostate cancer.

True. Again, the risk of avoiding the sun is clear, this time in another study with prostate cancer. However, the authors pointed out that sun exposure increases the risk of skin cancer and believed that proper vitamin D supplementation “may be the safest solution to achieve an adequate vitamin D status.” (Cancer Res. 2005 Jun 15;65(12):5470-9.)

I also believe supplementation is the only way to go for many people. Dark-skinned people need to spend 2-3 times longer in the sun to

get the same effect as light-skinned people and if you live in the cooler parts of Australia such as Victoria, you simply may not have the time so spend out in the sun. In addition, the sun does age the skin and that fact alone will keep many people out of the sun. That said, I go into the sun whenever I can. The reason is simple: it is the most conservative thing to do. Until we know everything the sun does – and it does more than just make vitamin D – the conservative approach is to mimic our ancestors whenever we can. Therefore, it makes sense to sunbathe sensibly and take supplements if you can’t get enough.

6. South Korean researchers associated vitamin D deficiency with Parkinson’s disease.

True. Actually, they showed that certain genetic malformations (VDR polymorphisms) are more likely in patients with Parkinson’s disease, implying an association with vitamin D and Parkinsonism. (J Korean Med Sci. 2005 Jun;20(3):495-8.)

7. Researchers in England discovered that patients with chronic pain have phenomenally low vitamin D levels.

True. The authors added to the evidence that severe vitamin D deficiency is associated with chronic pain. They found that 88 percent of their patients with chronic pain had levels less than 10 ng/ml. Swiss researchers recently treated chronic pain patients with vitamin D and reported the pain “disappeared” within one to three months in most of their patients. This is the second open study that showed adequate doses of vitamin D dramatically improved chronic pain. (Ann Rheum Dis. 2005 Aug;64(8):1217-9.,BMJ. 2004 Jul 17;329(7458):156-7., Spine. 2003 Jan

15;28(2):177-9.)

8. Severe vitamin D deficiency is common in TB patients.

True. First, the authors reviewed the impressive animal evidence that vitamin D can help treat TB. Then they reported that most of their immigrant TB patients had undetectable vitamin D levels. Finally, the researchers reported they treated their patients with vitamin D, with good results. (J Infect. 2005 Jun;50(5):432-7.)

9. Vitamin D Supplementation can be Toxic.

True – but it is very unlikely. Some of us, especially dark-skined people who don’t spend time outdoors, will need to take 3,000 to 4,000 units every day to maintain healthy 25(OH)-vitamin D blood levels. (J Steroid Biochem Mol Biol. 2005 Jul 15.)

The Institute of Medicine recommended that we only take one-tenth that amount, as the best science that was available in 1997 when they last did their review.

Professor Reinhold Vieth clearly showed 10,000 units a day was unlikely to be toxic. Vitamin D toxicity probably starts around 20,000 units a day, and then only if taken for months or even years.

Am J Clin Nutr. 1999 May;69(5):842-56.

Of course, Vitamin D is just one of many very important vitamins and minerals our bodies need to keep well. Remember always the basic principles of good health – Good nutrition, Spine in Line, Exercise, Rest, Avoid toxic exposure and Maintain a positive attitude.

Yours In Health, Dr Richard Sawyer.


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Studies have shown that 98 % of people who started off January 1 with resolutions to make changes in their health, financial situation, relationships and other aspects of their life have already failed in their quest.

If you are one of these people and are now saying to yourself that 2010 will be your year then it’s time to make a change in your mentality as there is “no better time than now”.

Most of the people that have failed in their new year’s resolutions have done so because they had conditioned themselves to fail. They have done the right thing and made a list of things that they want to change in 2009 but then they hoped that the same process that has failed for the past how many years will get them to where they want.

You must give yourself enough reasons to change, when things are a must people will move the earth to achieve them, whether that is better

relationships with family or colleagues, more money, a promotion, better health or more energy to give to the ones you love by making small adjustments in our mindsets and giving ourselves enough leverage to make these changes then and only then will we achieve what we are looking to achieve

I want to lose 5 kilos to fit into that swimsuit I saw in the shop, that alone will not give you enough reasons for change, because how many times have you tried that approach and come up short or furthermore got to your goals and brought the swimsuit you wanted only to fall back into the same pattern as before.

Why not try a different approach, start by simply moving, just get up and go, take the dog for a walk, get outside with the kids, just move, stop reading here and come back we will be here when you get back, just go and change your situation immediately (continued page 15)

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You bought Bub home from the hospital 3 weeks ago, proud as punch. You’ve had family and friends come and dote

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Colic – is excessive wind caught in the bowels causing stomach pain. What to do – walk or rock baby. Take baby for a drive. Put baby in a rocker on top of a running dryer (more so in cooler months). Gently massage baby’s abdomen in a clockwise circle to push the wind out. Put baby in a sling and carry him/her around the backyard for 20 minutes.

Reflux – when baby regularly spits up milk after feeding. What to do – Elevate the cot

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Divisional 9 Councillor Mike Charlton said 250 ACE club members and other local netball clubs would enjoy the improvements to the new facility.“

This netball court upgrade included installing changes rooms and storage facilities, upgrading the court lights to meet Australian Lighting Standards, resurfacing the courts, line marking and demountable toilets,” Cr Charlton said.“

The facelift commenced in June 2008 with the relocation of the demountable toilets from the ACE Soccer Club at the Brendale complex.”Cr Charlton said about 90 per cent of ACE club membership came from the Moreton Bay Regional Council area.

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Keep a notebook on or next to the 2. fridge – Every time you use something in the pantry or fridge, add it to the list so you can restock when you are at the supermarket

Plan your meals3. – Take 10 minutes to sit down and plan your meals for the week. You don’t have to specify which meal is for which day, but a list of 7 meals attached to the fridge, makes the decision a lot easier when you get home, and less tempting to use pre-packaged or takeaway food.

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Did you know that the nutrient content of many foods has fallen dramatically over the past few decades? Or that you’re probably piling more on your plate and increasing your kilojoule intake because of it?

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Exercise to stay aliveBy Jon Herring

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As the nights get a little cooler and winter fashion is emerging in to shops it’s time to reassess the beauty regime and overall look, below are my five main tips for getting the most out of your look in time for winter.

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You have to sort out some financial issues this month, particularly in the first week. It’s best not to get too emotional or you might miss some important aspects of what needs to be done to secure your financial security. On the romantic side of things however, it’s looking good for you and between the 15th and 17th you can expect Cupid to put in a good word for you.

You’re feeling luxurious, passionate and in a very generous mood. Don’t ditch your friends however for a newcomer on the scene as this may be shortlived. You are flighty, reac-tive and perhaps overly passionate with the wrong person. Expect some wonderful liai-sons and romantic interludes after the 10th.

You like traveling so it’s not a bad idea early in the year to get away and make yourself scarce. It’s best to get things in order in the first couple of weeks of the month and make your break after the 20th. You may actually have an interesting rendezvous in a distant place.

Your career is spotlighted this month with Venus moving in the upper part of your horo-scope. After the 21st things really get going and you’re likely to find yourself in a better position, an interview for a better job or ne-gotiating a pay rise. March should be a good month for you.

Try as hard as you will to bite your tongue, you may find yourself embroiled in bitter dis-putes with someone you love dearly. There’s no point in creating a rod for your own back by saying more than you need to. You could be in the right but hold back and let the dust settle before saying your piece. The period of the 4th to the 10th should be pretty dicey as far as your relationships are concerned.

You are in a serious mood, particularly be-tween the 11th and 15th. Try to keep things light and breezy and don’t react to people’s opinions about the how and why you should be doing things a different way. If you have confidence that what you’ve done in the past works for you stick to your guns. Your sexual energies are much stronger after the 22nd.

This is an excellent month for friendship, ro-mance and even reconnecting with people from your past. You have several opportuni-ties which is evidenced by Jupiter, Mercury and Mars in your romance zone. It appears this is going to be a busy month so you need to carefully organize your diary especially af-ter the 23rd.

You are coming to the end of a rather intense work and/or relationship cycle. This is going to give you an opportunity to kick up your heels and really sit back and relax for a while. Your habit however may be to take on more work and this could be a mistake. Follow the lead of your lover or spouse, particularly after the 14th when a bit of advice given to you will help set a new pathway for you and a

positive one at that.

You want things to move ahead quickly this month but you may be obstructed by people at work, close friends or even relatives who have their own agenda. You’ll need to be ruthless if you’re going to achieve your objec-tives without interference. Between the 19th and 23rd you’ll be rather emotional about some decision. Get a second opinion before committing yourself to a path of action.

The period of the 6th till the 9th is a rather intense financial period. You’re probably doing too much and saying yes to too many people. When are you going to do something for yourself? It’s a matter of committing to yourself, and understanding that you need to be gentle and kind to No. 1 if the Universe is going to co-operate with you. Some good fortune could arrive around the 14th or 15th. Remain aware of opportunities that present themselves at this time.

Put your foot on the brakes between the 2nd and the 5th. You might think an idea has been perfectly thought through only to dis-cover later on that there are several factors that you had completely overlooked. Listen to what’s being said rather than superimpos-ing your own imagination on a situation, es-pecially if this has to do with some emotional or romantic scenario. Finances fluctuate until the 11th, after which some better opportuni-ties for stability come your way.

Don’t let the past encroach on the present. Someone could bring up some old events which could open wounds that you thought had healed. If you can avoid someone that you were once involved with, it’s best to stay out of their line of fire. On a positive note however you are compassionate and will want to do something beneficial for a friend. Make yourself available to assist a loved one after the 8th.

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Taurus Apr 21 - May 20

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Cancer Jun 22 - July 22

Leo July 23 - Aug 22

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For years, the 17 kilometre stretch of white sandy beach has been Queensland’s best kept secret when every other pocket of sand along the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and the north Queensland beaches have been built-up, re-built and developed to the point that vacant land is a rarity.

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Moore Park Beach is alive with local wildlife and birdlife, and kangaroos are often seen grazing on the beach reserve and on other grassy parklands in the area. Turtle watching is a favourite pastime for locals, who can experi-ence first-hand the laying and hatching season right under their noses on their own parcel of beach.

Mr Davis said the Community Association, Li-ons Club and Fishing Club are proud to have extremely active community members at Moore Park Beach, with everyone pitching in to make the town increasingly attractive to families and holiday-makers.

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By Adam Peel

The Good Buy Baby (GBB) Market is the newest market of its type to hit North Brisbane in a long time.

The brainchild of Michelle Kramer and Leah Salter, both mothers themselves, the ladies saw an opportunity to meet two growing needs in their community, those being an opportunity for people to sell there no longer needed baby products and for new mums and dads to pick up great bargains on all their children’s accessories.

It also provided an opportunity to help mums and dads meet with a number of people involved in children’s services in the local area giving them better access to information

Catering to all your children’s needs, the GBB Market provides a convenient alternative for parents looking to buy pre loved, good quality, reasonably priced goods for children specifically in the 0 to 10 years age group.

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Michelle states that “In today’s economic climate many families are struggling to makes ends meet. The GBB market was created in an aim to meet these needs. Both Leah and I have experience in business and hands on experience in running a home and family”.

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While Michelle and her husband have children aged 8, 5 and 2, giving her an excellent understanding of the different needs and requirements not only for different ages but the needs of both girls and boys.

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For those looking to find the best of both worlds the GBB also has a section dedicated to new products specifically catering to the 0 to 10 years age group. These stalls will represent the best new products Brisbane has to offer

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By Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS

For years, business and motivational gurus have known that there are basic habits that seem to predict professional success and excellence. Books like The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, by motivational speaker and business guru Stephen Covey, which has sold over 15 million copies alone, shows that people are hungry for the secrets of success.

We don’t yet have the perfect formula for long life, happiness, and physical health, but a little careful distillation of the massive amount of research on health and longevity reveals that cultivating nine basic habits will significantly increase the odds of your living long, well, and happily -- in a robust, healthy, weight-appropriate body.

Eat your vegetables1. . No kidding --and I’m talking at least 9 servings a day. Unless you’re following the most stringent first stage of the Atkins Diet, you should be able to consume 60-120 grams of carbs a day (depending on your weight and exercise level), and you’d have to eat a stockyard full of spinach to get to that amount. Every major study of long-lived, healthy people shows that they eat a ton of plant foods. Nothing delivers antioxidants, fiber, flavonoids, indoles, and the entire pharmacopeia of disease fighting phytochemicals like stuff that grows in rich soil.

Eat fish and/or take fish oil2. . The omega-3’s found in cold-water fish like salmon deserve the title of “wellness molecule of the century.” They lower the risk of heart disease, they lower blood pressure, they improve mood, and they’re good for the brain. And if you’re pregnant, they may make your kid smarter!

Connect3. . And I’m not talking about the internet. In virtually every study of people who are healthy and happy into their 9th and 10th decades, social connections are one of the “prime movers” in their life. Whether church, family, volunteer work, or community, finding something you care about that’s bigger than you, that you can connect with and that involves other people (or animals) -- will extend your life, increase your energy, and make you happier -- always.

Sleep well4. . If you’re low in energy, gaining weight, grumpy, and looking haggard, guess what? Chances are you’re not sleeping long enough or well enough. By sleeping “well,” I mean uninterrupted sleep, in the dark -- without the television on, in a relaxing environment. Nothing nourishes, replenishes, and restarts the system like 7-9 hours sleep. Hint: start by going to bed an hour early. And if you’ve got a computer in the bedroom, banish it!

Exercise every day5. . Forget this 20 minutes three times a week stuff. Long-lived people are doing things like farm chores at 4:30 in the morning! Our Paleolithic ancestors traveled an average of 20 miles per day. Our bodies were designed to move on a regular basis. New studies show that merely 30 minutes a day of walking not only reduces the risk of most serious diseases, but can even grow new brain cells!2

Practice gratitude6. . By making a list of things you’re grateful for, you focus the brain on positive energy. Gratitude is incompatible with anger and stress. Practice using your under-utilized “right brain” and spread some love. Focusing on what you’re grateful for -- even for five minutes a day -- has the added benefit of being one of the best stress-reduction techniques on the planet.

Drink red wine or eat grapes7. . The resveratrol in dark grapes is being studied for its effect on extending life, which it seems to do for almost every species studied. (So does eating about one third less food, by the way.) If you’ve got a problem with alcohol, you can get resveratrol from grapes, peanuts, or supplements. (And if you’re a woman, and you choose the alcohol option, make sure you’re getting folic acid every day.)

Get the sugar out8. . The number one enemy of vitality, health, and longevity is not fat, it’s sugar. Sugar’s effect on hormones, mood, immunity, weight, and possibly even cancer cells is enormous -- and it’s all negative. To the extent that you can remove it from your diet, you will be adding years to your life and life to your years.

This list may not be perfect and it may not be complete, but it’s a start. As my dear grandmother used to say, “Couldn’t hurt.” Not one of these “habits” will hurt you, all will benefit you, and some may make the difference between life and death.

And it’s never too late to start cultivating them.

Enjoy the journey!

Dr. Bowden is a nationally known expert on weight loss, nutrition and health. He’s a board certified nutrition specialist with a Master’s degree in psychology and the author of five books including The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth. His latest book is The Most Effective Cures on Earth. For more information got o www.jonnybowdon.com

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