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A few weeks ago while driving north on I-81, I was alarmed by a swooshing of

air from the back of my car. Because my car is a convertible, I immediately thought

that the top had broken loose or that a window had popped out. A quick glance

backward while traveling at 70 mph told me that the problem was not the top. I

managed to navigate to the side of the road and carefully stepped out of the car. Guess

what? The back tire had split and was flat. I quickly called the roadside service provided through my

insurance carrier—Harold Dishner State Farm Insurance (Johnson City, TN). I would like to say ‘thank

you’ to them and to Crabtree Buick Service of Bristol, VA for their prompt service. I also want to say

‘thank you’ to the VDOT representative who speedily arrived on the scene with flashing lights and

assistance. Happily, thanks to their combined efforts, I was back on my way in less than an hour. If you

ever feel an overwhelming need for a humbling experience, let me suggest standing roadside on I-81

at 5:00 pm on a Friday evening, with all of the traffic and tractor–trailers whizzing by you at the speed

of sound. It will give you an appreciation of the words ‘gone in a blink of an eye.’

So I’m glad to be here sharing our new look for Voice Magazine for Women. We promised changes

for 2014, and this is one of them. We hope that you like our new flip look, which we debut in this edition

of Voice Magazine for Women. Our health section will be a guide to top trends and local information

for healthy living and a healthy lifestyle. The content of our traditional format will continue to feature

topics of interest, including fashion, shopping, dining, events, and more.

We hope that you will join us in supporting authors of Jan-Carol Publishing at our monthly book

signings. We are scheduling a book signing every month at Barnes & Noble in Johnson City, TN. We

plan to have additional signing events throughout the region—these will present both our local authors

as well as our not-so-local writers. On May 20, JCP will have a book signing at favorite Johnson City

eatery, Cranberries Café. See pages 8 and 14 for details.

We are excited to announce a new member to our staff. Beginning in May, Joy Martin joins Jan-Carol

Publishing as our Photographer and Office Assistant.

May indeed is a special month, with the recognition of Mother’s Day. We wish all moms a very

Happy Mother’s Day. And to one very special mom—Happy Mother’s Day, Mother!

Thought of the month: “When you wake up in the morning, you have two choices – go back to sleep and dream your dreams,or wake up and chase your dreams.” – Author unknownVerse of the month: “Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. She openeth her mouth withwisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread ofidleness. Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.” Proverbs 31:25-28 (KJV)

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Before I Was a MomBy Leslie Snyder

I came across this poem and thought it appropriate to share as we celebrate the remarkable

women in our lives this Mother’s Day.

* * * Before I was a Mom

I slept as late as I wanted and never worried about how late I got into bed.

I brushed my hair and my teeth every day.

Before I was a Mom

I cleaned my house each day.

I never tripped over toys or forgot words to a lullaby.

I didn't worry whether or not my plants were poisonous.

I never thought about immunizations.

Before I was a Mom

I had never been puked on.

Pooped on.

Spit on.

Chewed on.

Pottied on.

I had complete control of my mind and my thoughts.

I slept all night.

Before I was a Mom

I never held down a screaming child so that doctors could do tests. Or give shots.

I never looked into teary eyes and cried.

I never got gloriously happy over a simple grin.

I never sat up late hours at night watching a baby sleep.

Before I was a Mom

I never held a sleeping baby just because I didn't want to put it down.

I never felt my heart break into a million pieces when I couldn't stop the hurt.

I never knew that something so small could affect my life so much.

I never knew that I could love someone so much.

Before I was a Mom

I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside my body.

I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby.

I didn't know that bond between a mother and her child.

I didn't know that something so small could make me feel so important and happy.

Before I was a Mom

I had never gotten up in the middle of the night every10 minutes to make sure all was okay.

I had never known the warmth, the joy, the love, the heartache, the wonderment,

or the satisfaction of being a Mom.

I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much love or so much pain before I was a Mom.

I never knew I would love being a Mom.

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he idea of hair weaves and extensions first came about in Ancient Egypt,

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sizes became a fashion trend. Interest in hair weaves did not increase again until the

1950s, and even then they were only seen on celebrities. Enter the long-haired disco

era—and the widespread use of hair weaving, which has grown steadily in popularity

since the 1970s. Most human hair weaves come from parts of Asia and India, because

these types of hair are easily blended with hair of women in other countries. The selling

of human hair for weaves, wigs, and other hair-styling products is an industry that

generates hundreds of millions of dollars each year. In addition, this industry

provides a rapidly growing export economy (10% to 30% annually) to some

Asian regions, such as India.

Hair extensions can add new color and highlights without the use of

potentially harmful chemicals. Extension add not only length to existing hair—

they also easily build endless new volume and texture to thin and lifeless hair.

Offered in synthetic materials or human hair, extensions have become a

growing part of today’s salon services.

Techniques and applications vary from salon to salon. Possible techniques

are clip-in and clip-on hair extensions as well as bonding, which involves an

application of hair glue. But whatever the method used, it has pros and cons.

Methods can be time-intensive and pricey—but well worth the end result.

The clip-in or clip-on technique is the least permanent and can be very

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bonded extensions. For the clip-in process, small toupee clips are sewn onto

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hair in varying widths. Starting at the nape of the neck, the existing hair is

sectioned neatly; the weft then is placed onto this section, with the clips open

and facing the scalp. Each clip is snapped into place. It can be helpful to lightly

backcomb each section for a more secure grip. This process is repeated until

each clip-in weft has been placed. Clip-ins can be worn all day and night, but

they must be removed before sleeping.

Bonding is an approach to hair weave that lasts for a shorter period of time

than does a sew-in weave. Bonding involves the application of hair glue to a

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Grilled Desserts to SweetenYour Mother’s Day

By Crystal Robertson

Mom deserves a sweet ending to her special day, but a typical

restaurant dessert can contain a whole day's worth of calories.

Dessert doesn't have to be ice cream, chocolate cake, or pie.

Instead, try serving fruit in an unexpected way—from the grill!

Grilled fruits provide a delicious, indulgent, yet healthy alternative

that are sure to delight Mom’s taste buds. Grilling caramelizes the

natural sugars in fruit, creating a softer texture, richer flavor, and

more concentrated aroma. Never tried to grill fruit? Here are a

few recipes to get you started.

Grilled Watermelon with Yogurt1 cup plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

1 teaspoon coarsely chopped thyme

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Twelve 3-inch-long triangles of seedless red watermelon, about 1 inch thick

1/4 cup small mint leaves

Light a grill. In a bowl, combine the yogurt with

the lemon juice, vinegar, thyme, and 1 tablespoon of

olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

Drizzle the watermelon triangles with olive oil

and season with salt and pepper. Grill over high heat

until nicely charred, about 1 minute per side;

transfer to plates. Top the watermelon with the

yogurt sauce and season with black pepper. Drizzle

with olive oil, garnish with mint, and serve.

Bring to room temperature before serving.

Dark Chocolate Banana S'moresNonstick cooking spray

2 just-ripe bananas, peels on, halved lengthwise and

stems trimmed

2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted

12 graham cracker squares

1 3-ounce bar dark chocolate, broken into 6 squares

Heat a grill to medium and mist with cooking spray.

Place the bananas cut-side down and grill until lightly

marked, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip bananas and brush tops

with melted butter. Grill cut-side up 3 minutes more. Transfer bananas to a plate,

remove peels, and cut into 1/3-inch slices.

While bananas are grilling, place 6 of the graham cracker squares on top of 6 squares

of aluminum foil. Top each graham cracker with a square of dark chocolate. Arrange

4 to 5 banana slices on top of each chocolate square and cover with remaining graham

crackers. Wrap each s'more in foil, and grill 1 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is melted.

Mixed Berry Hobo Packs with Grilled Pound Cake1/2 pound strawberries, halved (or quartered if large)

1/2 pound blueberries

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/4 cup sugar

3/4 teaspoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Four 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil

Four 1/2-inch-thick slices of pound cake

Plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt, for serving

Light a grill. In a medium bowl, combine the strawberries and blueberries with the

lemon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch. Spoon 1/4 tablespoon of the butter into

the center of each sheet of foil and top with the fruit. Bring 2 sides of the foil up over

the fruit and fold to form a seam across the top. Fold the remaining 2 sides to seal the

hobo packs completely.

Grill the hobo packs over moderate heat until the fruit is sizzling, about 10 minutes.

Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter on the pound cake, and grill on both

sides just until toasted, about 1 minute. Transfer to plates. Open the hobo packs and

pour the berries and juices over the pound cake. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Grilled Peach-Gingersnap Halves1 pound peaches, cut in half, pits removed

3 tablespoons sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup crushed gingersnaps (2 ounces)

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened

Four 12-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil

Frozen yogurt, for serving

Light a grill. Spoon 1/4 tablespoon of the butter in the

center of each sheet of foil, add the peaches skin-side down, and brush with butter. In

a bowl, toss the sugar, cinnamon, and half of the gingersnaps. Sprinkle the mixture over

the peaches. Bring 2 sides of the foil up over the fruit and fold to form a seam across

the top. Fold the remaining 2 sides to seal the hobo packs completely.

Grill the hobo packs over moderate heat until the fruit is sizzling, about 10 minutes.

Serve each peach half with a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt and the remaining crushed

gingersnaps sprinkled on top.

Recipes adapted from Food & Wine Magazine and Fitness Magazine

Crystal Robertson

A Far-East Gem In the heart of Johnson City, Tennessee, is an Asian cuisine restaurant that’s

a ‘Far-East gem.’ The Rainbow Asian Cuisine restaurant has earned this title

for many ‘tasty’ reasons.

Rainbow Asian Cuisine’s large menu features both Thai and Chinese dishes.

Both cuisines are populated with noodle- and rice-based dishes that can be

hot, salty, mild, sour, or spicy. Fresh herbs and spices complement seafood and

meats including chicken, pork, and beef to emerge in delightful dishes

abounding in colorful flavor. All of the menu offerings are prepared from fresh

ingredients, the highest quality jasmine rice from Thailand, healthy rice from

China—and no MSG.

Located in the same building as the Best Western Hotel, Rainbow Asian

Cuisine provides a quiet, comfortable atmosphere; full bar; and, during

warmer weather, patio dining. In addition to being creative, modern, and

extensive, Rainbow Asian Cuisine’s menu is one of the most affordable in the

area—from $2.99 for soup to $16.99 for the largest dinner entree. A gluten-

free menu is available on request, and some dishes can be prepared without

salt, oil, or meat.

For appetizers, I chose the Fresh Spring Roll and Authentic Wonton Soup.

Fresh and authentic are the key words here. The ingredients in the spring roll

were so fresh, they could have been picked from my own garden and put

directly into my mouth! The soup comprised a handmade chicken, shrimp,

and cabbage wonton in a broth that fragrant with herbs. And be sure to try

their Thai chicken wraps—found on the appetizer menu, they also are a

perfect meal!

The wide selection of entrees and specialties dishes made it tough to

choose, but I finally decided on Thai Basil with Chicken ($10.99). Medium

hot and medium spicy, the dish combined chicken, basil, mushrooms,

bamboo shoots, zucchini, peppers, and onions in a Thai sauce. I opted for

brown rice, and ginger salad was included as a side. The dish was executed

perfectly, and the bright colors of the ingredients produced a feast for the eyes

as well as the stomach. Be prepared—servings are big; most dishes are great

for two to share.

For dessert I enjoyed Coconut Mango Sticky Rice, which was topped with

coconut milk and served with fresh mango. Very tangy!

The reasonably priced lunch menu is available from 11 am to 3 pm

Monday through Saturday. Whether you plan to enjoy a leisurely dinner or

quick lunch, a smile and delicious food await at Rainbow Asian Cuisine. And

be sure to tell ’em that Voice Magazine for Women sent you!

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Tribute to Women

The 2014 YW Tribute to Women awards banquet and silent

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BARTER THEATRE

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our years ago, actress Holly

Williams was in New York

City, where she waited tables to

pay the bills and auditioned in her

spare time. When she auditioned

for Barter Theatre, she had no idea

how her life would change.

“[In New York] you have to

supplement your income by doing

other things. Sometimes those

other things get in way of your acting career goals, and people eventually

drop out. It’s a tough business to make a consistent living in. I feel very

lucky,” added Holly.

In 2011, Holly became a resident actor at the Barter. What does this

mean? Simply put, as a resident actor, Holly has the opportunity to play

a wide variety of roles throughout the year and to pay the bills by doing

a single job. She now lives in Abingdon full-time and performs in 8 or 9

of the 17 full-length shows that Barter produces every year.

In her three-plus years at Barter, Holly has been Jane in Tarzan, a

teenager in Zombie Prom, Belle in Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, a woman

who finds herself to be accidentally engaged to three men in one

afternoon—and that is only the tip of the iceberg! This summer Holly

Williams is excited to take on the title role in Educating Rita, a play

inspired by the George Bernard Shaw classic Pygmalion. And to complete

this theme, Holly will play Eliza Doolittle in Barter’s fall production of

My Fair Lady, another work inspired by Pygmalion.

Holly’s upcoming role is one she can really relate to. “Rita wants a

better life for herself, and she thinks that an education is the only thing that

can provide that. She blindly trusts that, after taking a class, she will have

answers that point the way to the path of her life. When I was in college,

I believed that too. As I went along, I slowly discovered that while an

education is immensely valuable, the path of my life was up to my own

determination and [that] what was pointing the way was my intuition and

life choices. Like Rita, I try to say ‘yes’ to possibility and choice.”

Educating Rita begins May 11 at Barter Stage II. For more information

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You have a green thumb, but there's just no room to exercise it around your patio—or is there? Many

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Many regular-sized plants have dwarf varieties. If your space is limited, stick with those, and choose

plants that vary in height, color, and texture to create interest in your garden. When selecting flowers for

small gardens, stick to perennials—you don’t have the space to plant and replant. Here is a list of plant

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• Butterfly blue pincushion

• Creeping thyme

• Crocus

• Dalmatian bellflower

• ‘Fireworks’ goldenrod

• Giant-flowered soapwort

• Heuchera ‘Firefly’

• Miniature hollyhocks

• ‘New Hampshire Purple’ geranium

• ‘Pink Spice’ geranium

• ‘Ruby Glow’ sedum

• Sea pink

• Thrift

• Variegated bishop’s weed

• Woolly thyme

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These are just a few tips for creating a garden in small areas;

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5 Spring Decorating Projects

Spring FlowersMassing spring flowers provides one of the most effective spring displays.Buy a large container, and plant it densely with tulips, daffodils, or prim-roses for a stunning effect. Surround the container with several small con-tainers of different flowers. Hanging baskets filled with draping fuchsiasadd beauty and fragrance.

Spring BranchesUse branches with buds as well as some with blossoms. Trees with brightgreen buds or sparkling blossoms can play a prominent place in your out-door spring décor. Use a tall floor vase or a milk can to display thebranches on your porch or in your front yard. Hang other signs of spring—like decorative bird nests, miniature birds, and bird houses—on thebranches.

Bird HousesBird houses can be decorative as well as functional. Celebrate the birds’return with an array of bird houses hanging from tree branches or sittingon your porch or fence post. Bird houses are available in charming painted

versions or unpainted rustic versions to suit any outdoor décor. You candecorate your own by stenciling flowers or a decorative border along theeaves and on the front of the house. Buy bird nests at craft stores and fillthem with colored wooden eggs to set on your porch railing or porch steps.

Renew Replace older flower pots with new ones or unique flower containers. Takea look at all your outdoor decorations and replace those that are worn orjust out of season. Buy a new doormat that welcomes spring with a flowermotif, and wash off or replace existing flower pots. If you have a hangingbanner that has become faded over time, replace it with one that hasspring flowers.

RefreshRepaint or recover any outdoor furniture, or consider buying a new pieceas a focal point for your porch or deck. Add something new to your outdoorspace, such as wind chimes, statues, or a water fountain or pool.Source: ehow.com

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JCP NEW RELEASES

Butterscotch and Chocolate FudgeClaudia WareButterscotch and Chocolate Fudge is a story about two cats whomake each other’s acquaintance. Join the fun as these two cats discover how different they are!

ForgivenAnn El-NemrAnn El-Nemr’s first book, Betrayed, was released in January of 2014;Forgiven is the sequel but can be read alone. Tom Smith, an ex-Armysergeant from Special Ops, is determined to seek revenge on the fam-ily that betrayed him and condemned him to ten long years behindbars. Tom’s focus on his plot is interrupted when Chantal, an unex-pected visitor to the Rians’, catches his interest. Will Tom return to hismission when Chantal returns home? Will Tom yield to Chantal’s love,or will he break her heart? Will his schemes disintegrate, or will hepursue his vocation to avenge his betrayal?

Diamond DreamsCheryl MacMillanThis is the fourth exciting book in this series of the Dashing and Valiantmen called...the Highland Lairds. Daniel MacMillan, a middle son ofthe Earl of Kilford, has met the one woman who can steal his heart—Lady Patricia Carlisle. Daniel hopes to make this ‘Diamond of the FirstWater’—and a lovely person—his wife. But this hope seems to be-come hopeless, and through an unexpected chain of events, Daniel isthe sole survivor of a shipwreck. While stranded in South Africa, hestumbles upon a riverbed full of rough diamonds. Read on to learnhow Daniel’s Diamond Dreams become crystal-clear reality!

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Authors onthe Road

April Hensley“Riverview Road” (Self-Rising Flowers anthology) and “Hallelujah Homecoming”(Broken Petals anthology)Saturdays throughout May, 8 am to 12 pmBook SigningState Street Farmers MarketBristol, Tennessee

Claudia WareButterscotch and Chocolate FudgeSaturday, May 3, 12 to 2 pmBook SigningSpring Authors FairTales of the Lonesome Pine Bookstore404 Clinton Avenue EastBig Stone Gap, Virginia

Saturday, May 10, 9 am to 2 pm Book SigningPerkins Restaurant and Bakery501 Patriot DriveDandridge, Tennessee

Thursday, May 15, 3:30 to 5:30 pmMeet the Author and Publisher Event andBook SigningBarnes & Noble Booksellers303 Franklin TerraceJohnson City, Tennessee

Saturday, May 31, 11 am to 7 pm Book Signing4th Annual Summer Music Fest andCruise-InGreeneville High School 210 Tusculum BoulevardGreeneville, Tennessee

Janie Dempsey WattsMoon Over Taylor’s Ridge and “AuntTrish’s Wedding Gift” (Broken Petals anthology)Saturday, May 10, 12 to 2 pmBook SigningCottage Treasures170 Cleveland Street, Ringgold, Georgia

Jessica BeaverThe Night Before Halloween and A Father’s LoveMonday, May 19, 12 to 1 pmInterview GuestNews at Noon, WCYB (Channel 5)

Tuesday, May 20Book SigningLibrary, Daniel Boone High SchoolGray, Tennessee

J Russell RoseWillie Saves the Little BirdSaturday, May 3Book SigningPerkins Restaurant, Bristol, Virginia

Kristin HaleGrandma, Tell Me About When You Werea Little GirlThursday, May 15, 3:30 to 5:30 pm‘Meet the Author and Publisher’ Event andBook SigningBarnes & Noble Booksellers

303 Franklin TerraceJohnson City, Tennessee

Linda Hudson HoaglandSnooping Can Be Devious, Snooping Can Be Contagious, Snooping Can Be Dangerous, The Best Darn Secret, and “I Will Crush You” (Broken Petals anthology)Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondaysthroughout MayBook SigningAll Seasons Indoor Market18803 Governor G C Perry Hwy (Route 460) Pounding Mill, Virginia

Saturday, May 3, 10 am to 3 pmBook SigningGrants Supermarket315 Bluefield AvenueBluefield, West Virginia

Tuesday, May 6, 11 am to 1 pmShort-Story ReadingReminiscent WritersSouthwest Virginia Community CollegeRichlands, Virginia

Friday, May 9, 10 am to 4 pmArtisan Demonstration and Book SigningHeartwood GalleryAbingdon, Virginia

Saturday, May 17, 9 am to 3 pmBook SigningNuckolls HallTazewell County FairgroundsTazewell, Virginia

Wednesday through Friday, May 21–23Books SigningGrants Supermarket4-Way Shopping CenterTazewell, Virginia

Saturday, May 24, 9 am to 3 pmBook SigningHistoric Plumb Alley DayAbingdon, Virginia

Rebecca D Elswick “Abby’s Secret” (Broken Petals anthology)Saturday, May 3, 12 to 5 pmBook Signing and Workshop, There's Morethan One Way to Skin a Possum—Nontraditional Publishing in Today's WorldSpring Author FairTales of the Lonesome Pine Bookstore404 Clinton Avenue EastBig Stone Gap, Virginia

Rebecca and Madelyn SpindlerSara Jane is a Pain, Life According to Liz,and Moving Out, Moving OnFriday and Saturday, May 2 & 3Book SigningWisconsin Parent Association ConferenceFriday, 7 to 10 pm, University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh: Reeve UnionSaturday, 8 am to 5 pm, University ofWisconsin–Oshkosh: Gruenhagen Conference CenterOshkosh, Wisconsin

Rita Sims QuillenHiding EzraFriday, May 16, 7 pmBook Signing and MusicThe Fiddle and the Plow ShowFront Porch Gallery, Woodlawn, Virginia

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Calling All Writers!Are you an aspiring writer, trying to break into the market? This could be your big chance!

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc, is hosting the 2014 Believe and Achieve award for fiction writing.

One novel will be selected to receive a publishing contract. The contract will include:

• Book Cover Design

• Professional Editing and Typesetting

• 3-Year Publishing Contract—Paperback Edition

• EBook Edition

Deadline for entries is August 31, 2014. Each entry requires a $20 reading fee. One author

will be awarded a 3-year publishing contract. Multiple entries are allowed. Each entry must be

registered separately, with an additional $20 reading fee.

Contest Rules

• Author must be a United States citizen.

• Author must be 21 years of age or older.

• Current JCP authors are eligible.

• Manuscripts must be works of fiction, contain a minimum of 45,000 words, not

exceed 60,000 words, and conform to the Manuscript Format Requirements below.

• All manuscripts must be submitted as a single file in .doc, .docx, or .rtf format

via email ([email protected], subject line: Believe and Achieve).

• Each uploaded manuscript file must contain a cover page, synopsis, and

complete manuscript (see format requirements below).

• Through its submission, the author confirms that the submitted manuscript is

original and unpublished.

• All entries and reading fees must be received by August 31, 2014.

• No entry will be accepted until the reading fee has been paid. To do so, call

(423-926-9983) with a Visa or Mastercard number, or mail a check (P.O. Box 701 Johnson

City, TN 37605).

• Entry fees are non-refundable. Once a manuscript has been accepted, it can be

withdrawn from the contest, but the reading fee cannot be refunded.

• If the winning author withdraws or if the winning manuscript is disqualified, the

next place winner will be awarded the contract.

• Author must agree to terms and sign contract for the contract to be valid.

Manuscript Format Requirements

All manuscript files must conform to the following formatting requirements. Failure to

fully comply with these requirements will adversely affect the score of the entry. Each

manuscript file comprises 3 parts:

• Cover Page (page 1)

The cover page must include the:

• Author’s name, phone number, and email address

• Title, word count, and genre (e.g., historical fiction, mystery, children’s, inspirational,

romance) of the manuscript

• Synopsis (page 2)

The synopsis must not exceed 500 words

• Complete Manuscript (page 3 and following)

• Font: 12-point Times New Roman

• Double-spaced

• Margins: 1-inch on both sides, top, and bottom; footer margin: 0.5 inch

• Footer: centered page number

• The author’s name cannot appear anywhere in the main body of the manuscript

(e.g., header, footer)

Winner will be notified by email prior to the printing of the November 2014 issue of VoiceMagazine for Women and will be announced in that issue. For details and updates, visit

jancarolpublishing.com or voicemagazineforwomen.com.

What a well-supported and successfulevent! A big ‘thank you’ goes to Barnes &Noble and Public Relations Manager Vickie Combs for acknowledging EducatorAppreciation Days with the ‘PamperedParty.’ Thanks also to JCP authors RitaQuillen (Hiding Ezra) and Brenda Musick(One-Eyed Tom: The Trials of an Ap-palachian Family) for their participation.You can find Rita’s and Brenda’s books atBarnes & Noble in Johnson City, TN. Another ‘thank you’ goes to everyone who contributed as vendors. You helpedmake the event a huge success! And thelast—but not least—‘thank you; for everyone who attended. We all had somuch fun! (Staff photos by Joy Martin)

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Editing: We reserve the right to edit for taste, clarity and length. Most

submissions are edited to shorten, clarify confusing statements or correct

grammatical errors. If a submission is potentially libelous, slanderous or

appears to have been written with malice or harmful intent, it will be ed-

ited or rejected. This applies to submissions for the magazine and for our

website www.voicemagazineforwomen.com.

How to subscribe: Send $28.00 for one year for 12 issues to:

Voice Magazine, P.O. Box 701, Johnson City, TN 37605

How to submit items to “update” and “up & coming events”:

We encourage submission of press releases about news and up & coming

events. Email your press releases to [email protected]

Career Corner(Employment Section)

Join Us! Voice Magazine islooking to add to our currentoutside sales staff! This is agrowth opportunity for a dynamic individual with apositive attitude. Apply your‘sales experience’ to sellingads and servicing. Must have‘do what it takes’ attitude, be tenacious and enjoy serving businesses. This position is part-time to full-time. Commission only. (Abingdon, VA area) Email

your resume to: sales@voicemagazine forwomen.comor fax your resume to 423-926-9983.

Abingdon, VAUpper Tennessee River Roundtable will hold its inaugu-ral RiverFest Fundraiser at Natural Tunnel State Park onSaturday, June 14. The festival, which coincides with thepark’s annual “Get Outside Day,” will begin at 1 pm atthe park amphitheater with music, vendors, environmen-tal education activities and registration for a paddlingrace on the river. The festivities will run until 8 pm andwill include live music by local bands, a five-mile riverrace on the Clinch, activities for kids, fly fishing demon-strations, casting competition and more. Food, beverage,beer, and outdoor gear vendors will be present through-out the day. Tickets for RiverFest will be on sale atwww.uppertnriver.org or available at the Park the day ofthe event. Entry price is $5 for adults and children under12 will be admitted for free. Registration for the river

race is $15 and includes entry to the festival. The dead-line for registration for the race is June 8. Register in ad-vance by calling (276) 926-6621. Activities scheduledfor Natural Tunnel’s “Get Outside Day” include a guidedriver trip, a hike to Devil’s Bathtub, a guided explorationof the Stock Creek Passage through the tunnel, and a fullmoon hike. For more information on the Park’s activitiesvisit their websitewww.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/nat-ural-tunnel.shtml or by calling (276) 940-2674.

Bristol, TN/VAThe Seventh Annual Round for the Rivers Golf/DiscGolf Tournament will take place Saturday, June 16, atscenic Steele Creek Park in Bristol, TN. Proceeds fromthe event will benefit the Upper Tennessee River Round-table, a non profit organization that focuses on protectingand preserving the Clinch, Holston, and Powell rivers inSouthwest Virginia. People of all skill levels are wel-come to attend! The day will kick off with nine holes ofball golf (registration at 8:30 am), followed by 18 holesof disc golf, with registration at 1 pm. Divisions for discgolf will be: beginner, advanced, pro and doubles (twoperson teams). Players are welcome to enter either of thetournaments or both. Entry fees are: $20 for individuals;$30 for teams; and to play both tournaments the fee is$40/$60. A light lunch will be available for participants.Cash and prizes will be awarded. To register, contactKathy Knotts at the Upper Tennessee River Roundtableat 276-628-1600 or [email protected]. Formore information about the Roundtable, visit www.uppertnriver.org or check out the Roundtable on Facebook.

Through working with Barter Theatre’s Project REALthis year, Morrison School students have learned how to“get real and get focused to learn,” all while writing atrilogy of original plays to be performed on Barter The-atre’s Main Stage, May 5 beginning at 6 o’clock in theevening. Since last August, the students have been work-ing to develop short plays using their own experiences.Since Morrison School is a school for children withlearning differences, the plays all revolve around the stu-dents’ daily challenges with learning. Project REAL atMorrison School is a year-long program administered byBarter Theatre “Teaching Artists” who work onsite withthe students. Morrison School Marketing/PR/Fundrais-ing Coordinator Tammy Robinson Smith says that stu-dents have responded beautifully to the opportunities forcreative expression the program offers. The purpose ofProject REAL is to use theatre-based activities to encour-age differentiated learning, expression of ideas and criti-cal thinking, while connecting the material directly to thepersonal lives of the students. Morrison School studentshave channeled their experiences into three short playswhich will examine the unique challenges our students

face every day. Our elementary-age students will explorethe topic of control as they tell a story about the uncon-trollable Mr. Mars and the consequences that befall him.Our middle school students will examine the importanceof communication in their lives and others. PLEASENOTE: Students will arrive at Barter Theatre at 12:30pm on May 5 to begin rehearsals for the 6:00 pm per-formance. Media is welcome to come to the preview forinterviews and photo opportunities or to join us for theperformance.

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Upcoming Events at Atlantis Spiritual Center:Mondays: 11–6 pm, Tarot Reading with Ian AllanMondays: 10–6 pm, Healing and Intuitive Readingswith Rebecca CaricoTuesdays: 2–6 pm, Astrology and/or Tarot Readingswith Rev. Alisha Watson Tuesdays: 11–3 pm, Human Design Appointments Wednesday: 5:15 pm, YogaWednesdays: 10–6 pm, Intuitive Readings with with Rev. Eve Robinson


Wednesdays and Thursdays: 10–6 pm, Inter-DimensionalHealing with Rev. Edward ChristianFridays: 2–5 pm, Acudetox and Handwriting Analysis Fridays: 12–6 pm, Thai Reflexology with Olga Amrita Please call (423) 926-8884 to reserve your space or formore information. Atlantis Spiritual Center, 240 E. Main St. Johnson City, TN423-926-8884, atlantisjohnsoncity.com

Dancing with Tri-Cities Stars is stepping into its sixth yearSaturday, June 28 at 5:00pm. The stars taking the floor thisyear are:Beth Shumaker – Owner, Fit Life, LLC Wellness Coach,Viridian Health Management, Wellness CoachDessi Foster – Fitness Instructor, Lifestyles Fitness Center, Mary Kay Ind. Sales DirectorAundrea Wilcox – Executive Director of the Kingsport Of-fice of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship(KOSBE) at the Kingsport Area Chamber of CommerceKelly Torbett – Account Manager, McKesson Medical SurgicalCarla Campbell Karst – Contemporary Christian Recordingartist, Edinburgh Development GroupTeddy Gaines – Assistant Coach, ETSU Bucs FootballJeff Jones – Site President, CitigroupDr. Bernard Tisdale – Medical Director of Radiation/Oncology, Chief of Medical Staff, Johnston Memorial Hospital

Monty McLaurin – CEO and Vice President, Indian PathMedical CenterDr. Sam Huddleston– Plastic/Reconstructive surgeon, Hud-dleston Plastic Surgery CenterThe judging panel will spotlight some well-knownfaces/voices in the Tri-Cities, as well professional UCWDCWorld Champions and Rising Star Ballroom ProfessionalsRex and Rachel Jones. The Tri-Cities stars are taught byMike and Kim Adler, of Johnson City. The dancers will eachperform two dances. The women will wear original piecesfrom Randall Designs that were worn for ABC’s DancingWith The Stars. Mirror-ball trophies will be awarded to thehighest scoring man and woman. Our participants are log-ging long hours practicing for a great cause. All of themoney raised goes to SteppenStone Youth Treatment Serv-ices. SteppenStone is a Tri-Cities treatment center in Lime-stone, TN that helps boys who experience emotional andbehavioral problems. This year’s competition will again beheld at The MeadowView Conference Resort and Conven-tion Center in Kingsport. The venue allows for more seatingand maintains an intimate atmosphere enjoyed in years past.General Admission tickets are $100, Premium seating is$125, and VIP tables are $2,500. Each ticket includes dinnerserved at food stations placed around the ballroom, which al-lows guests an opportunity to mingle and enjoy their favoriteentrée. Tickets can be purchased at www.dancingwiththetric-itiesstars.com. For more information, contact Paige Peters,423-257-7512.

Find Your Voice! “Hills Are Alive”

Harmonizes in 4 parts Tuesdays at 7:00 pmon the lower level of the Bristol Mall.

This small, award-winning, all-ladies chorus is a proud chapter of Sweet Adelines International. Come join us for fun and fellowship.

For information: 276-628-8692 or www.hillsarealive.org

MARKET PLACEShops—Old, New, Unique, Antique

Browse the Booths

of Bargains! Gifts Galore,

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Artwork, Jewelry Old and New, Furniture New, Old and Antique,

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MARKET PLACEShops—Old, New, Unique, Antique

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Do you have a special Voice?Voice Magazine is looking for contributing writers for our monthly magazine,

which is currently available in print form. To be considered, please review the topics

below and follow the guidelines. We are looking for information, not an info-

commercial! Contributors will be notified when their articles are selected. Let your

Voice be heard!

Submission Guidelines

• Article is limited to 350 to 400 words—NO MORE!

• Provide article and photos as single file

• Include your contact information (name, email address, telephone number) as a

header in your article file

• Provide a title for your article

• Include in the article file a small thumbnail photo of yourself; you also may include

one or two small pics for use as illustrations for your article. All together, the article and photo(s) will fill appropriately half of a page

• Submission deadline is the 20th prior to the month to be printed. For example, the

deadline for the June 2014 issue is May 20, 2014.

ONLY ARTICLES EMAILED TO [email protected]

will be accepted for review.

Topics:

• Health • Fashion • Home Decorating • Couponing • Crafts

Disclaimer: All submissions are non-returnable. Must be original, exclusive for Jan-Carol PublishingInc/Voice Magazine, and not published in any other local media. No monetary compensation. VoiceMagazine retains publishing rights for both the print and online versions of the magazine. We retain andhold the rights to edit and modify content without approval, but we will attempt to let you know whenchanges are necessary.

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PHOTO CONTESTBe on the cover of Voice Magazine!

Are you a photographer? Or do you have a terrific photo of yourself in the great outdoors? Join

us in celebrating the images of our region! We are looking for a photo taken in Southwest Virginia

or Northeast Tennessee—a portrait or candid shot featuring a woman that expresses our region’s

outdoor beauty. This annual contest is open to professional and amateur photographers and models.

Photo Contest Rules and Guidelines:• Provide a candid or posed photograph of a woman that expresses our region’s outdoor

beauty. Examples include pictures of a woman boating, hiking, camping, fishing,

horseback riding—basically just a woman enjoying the outdoors!

• Check previous issues of Voice Magazine for Women, which can be found on our website

(www.voicemagazineforwomen.com), for examples of past front covers.

• Photo entries must have been taken within the last 12 months and be seasonally appropriate

for the cover of the July issue of Voice Magazine.

• A limit of three entries per contestant.

• Photos that violate or infringe upon another person’s rights, including but not limited to

copyright, are ineligible.

• Photographs that have won any other contest or have already been published in a magazine

or newspaper are ineligible.

• The photographer and subject of the winning photograph must sign release forms for VoiceMagazine for Women.

• Submit high-resolution digital photographs (at least 300 dpi) via email to

[email protected]. Be sure to include the names of the photog-

rapher and model.

• Submission deadline: May 30, 2014. The winner will be notified by email in June.

Judging:• Judges will include the publisher, editor, staff, and ‘informal board members’ of Jan-Carol

Publishing, Inc.

• The decisions of the judges will be final.

Prize:• Publication of the winning photo on the front

cover of the July 2014 issue of Voice Magazinefor Women and on the Voice Magazine website.

• Full recognition in an accompanying profile

or bio in the July 2014 issue and on the web-

site. Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc, owns the rights

to the front cover of the magazine and is

granted unlimited use of the cover and photo

for promotion, publicity, and advertising of the

magazine. No monetary compensation for

present or future use in accordance with this

promotion will be provided.

Pictured above is last year’s photo winner.Photo: by Mark Marquette

Model: Susie Walling

We asked our Facebook fans:

What do you love about May?

“Ummm, probably Mother’s Day but there are somany other things I like about May too...

outdoor music festivals begin to kick into high gear,lots of family birthdays in May, cookouts, gorgeous

weather, flowers, flip flops...”—Kay Smith Elliott

“Being able to plant flowers after Mother’s Day.”

—Mary Dudley

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flexible—excess tension prevents the body from being flexible. Being

flexible helps to prevent injuries caused by a sedentary lifestyle and to

enhance athletic performance.

4. Improved Blood Circulation

Improved blood circulation is one of the long-term benefits of massage.

Poor blood circulation can lead to many health problems including the

pooling of blood in extremities. By creating pressure, massage moves

blood from congested areas. Massage provides many benefits like

enhanced blood flow, improvement in body function, and decreased

blood pressure.

5. Strong Immune System

It is well known that people who experience lots of stress tend to get sick

more often. When increased stress is combined with poor nutrition and a

lack of sleep, the effectiveness of the immune system worsens. Massage

increases the overall functioning of the immune system. According to

clinical studies, massage improves the activity level of the body’s natural

killer cells and reduces the overall number of T cells. Source: listoffive.com

The What and Why ofChiropractic Services

Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternativetreatments, based on the theory that correct alignment of the body'smusculoskeletal structure, particularly the spine, enables the body toheal itself without surgery or medication.

1. Manipulation is used to restore mobility to joints that have been restricted by tissue injury from a traumatic event, such as falling, or from repetitive stress, such as sitting without proper back support.

2. Chiropractic manipulation is used primarily as a pain-relief alternativefor muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue, such as cartilage,ligaments, and tendons. It is sometimes used in conjunction withconventional medical treatment.

3. The initials ‘DC’ identify a chiropractor, whose education typically includes an undergraduate degree plus completion of a four-yearprogram at a chiropractic college.

4. Many chiropractors incorporate nutritional counseling and exer-cise/rehabilitation into the treatment plan. The goals of chiropracticcare include the restoration of function and prevention of injury in ad-dition to pain relief.

5. Research has shown chiropractic care to be helpful in treating neckpain and headaches. In addition, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia mayrespond to the moderate pressure used both by chiropractors andpractitioners of deep tissue massage.

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2014 Predicted To Be SevereFor Those With Allergies

By Beverly Wright

The freezing temperatures of the prolonged winter delayed the

blooming of many trees. Now that it's finally warming up, trees are

expected to bloom at the same time as grasses, causing a dramatic rise

in daily pollen counts, allergy experts say. As a result, people who have

both tree and grass allergies may be affected twice as severely as usual.

In addition, experts say that this year’s heavy precipitation

(especially during March) may have suppressed pollen release

temporarily in many areas of the country. That same precipitation may

also have encouraged the growth of trees and grass, resulting in

increased pollen release later in the season. On top of high rain and

humidity levels, recent snow melt is contributing to mold growth and

worsening allergic reactions.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about

eight percent of all adults in the United States suffer from seasonal

allergies. Symptoms of these allergies include stuffy and runny noses,

watery and itchy eyes, sneezing, and wheezing, especially on days with

high pollen counts.

To help fight an intense allergy season, experts suggest that allergy

sufferers change their clothes when they arrive home, so that they don’t

introduce pollen from the outdoors. On days with high temperatures

and high pollen counts, people with allergies are advised to close

windows and turn on air conditioning.

What is an Allergist and Why Should I See One?An allergist is a pediatrician or internist with at least two additional

years of specialized fellowship training in allergy and immunology, for

a total of at least five years of additional education after the completion

of medical school. Allergists are specifically trained to determine the

‘triggers’ of allergic reactions, which can present as asthma, sinus

troubles, seasonal allergies, food allergies, and severe allergic

reactions. Allergists focus on preventative care, helping patients to

retain a quality of life that enables patients to continue activities they

enjoy. This is why allergists and immunologists are the best physicians

to see for the often-difficult diagnosis, evaluation, and management of

allergic diseases and asthma. Local allergists Dr Jan Kazmier, MD,

PhD, and Dr Shailee Madhok, MD, of the Regional Allergy, Asthma, &

Immunology Center (located in Kingsport and Johnson City, TN) are

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Are some people more likely to get sun damage?The sun and other sources

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It’s important to check your own skin

routinely, preferably once a month. Try using

a hand-held mirror to look at areas that are

hard to see, such as the backs of your

thighs. A spouse or close friend or family

member may be able to help you with

these exams, especially of difficult-to-

check are such as your back and scalp.

Learn the pattern of moles, blemishes,

freckles, and other marks on your skin so that

you’ll notice any changes during later exams.

Check your face, ears, neck, chest, and belly.

Women should lift their breasts to inspect the

skin underneath. Be sure to show your doctor

any areas that concern you, and ask how often

your skin should be examined by a health-care

professional. (Source:cancer.org)


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Some fad diets can do more harm to the body than good. Those that restrict food choices severely

can prevent the body from getting the important nutrients it needs. For example, a high-fat, low-

carbohydrate diet fails to provide vitamins A, E, and B6 and offers insufficient iron, zinc, calcium, and

potassium. In addition, this type of diet is high in cholesterol and saturated fat.

The best type of diet is one that reduces your caloric intake and encourages physical activity, resulting

in the loss of no more than a pound or two each week. Anyone serious about losing weight should

consult with his or her doctor to set up a safe and healthy plan.

Regardless of the plan you follow, somethings will be the same, including:• Eating breakfast and avoiding skipping meals

• Limiting sodium, cholesterol, and saturated intake

• Limiting sugar and liquid calories intake

• Eating a variety of foods and watching portion sizes

• Being more physically active and exercising regularly

Fad diets have been around for years and will remain, as

long as people want a quick and easy fix for their weight

problems. The long-term effects of such diets can be dangerous

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Fads come and go. The same is true of fad diets. Although there are many

who say that fad diets are unhealthy and offer no long-term success, fad diets

are as popular as ever. Some of this popularity can be attributed to the promise

of quick and easy weight loss. Unfortunately, in most cases, any weight lost

is short-lived. Let's take a look at fad diets in general and how you can go

about recognizing one.

All fad diets are not created equal. Some tell you to eat specific foods,

whereas others remove certain foods from your diet. With fad diets, weight

loss occurs more from losing water and lean muscle than actual body fat.

To recognize a fad diet, be on the lookout for the following:

• Simple conclusions drawn from complex medical research

• Limited food choices, often excluding a variety of nutritional foods

• The requirement for pills, seminars, or prepackaged meals

• Guarantees of quick weight-loss results—often within a week or two—

without exercise

• Claims that experts in the field of nutrition and health endorse the product

It is recommended that

adults should engage inmoderate aerobic activity for

150 minutes each week or vigorous physical activity for 75

minutes each week. Activitiesthat strengthen muscles are

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Blountville Farmers MarketApril – October3411 Hwy 126Blountville, TN

Church Hill Farmers MarketApril – October

410 East Main Blvd.Church Hill, TN

Kingsport Farmers MarketApril – December

Corner of Clinchfield Street/ Center StreetKingsport, TN

Jonesborough Farmers MarketMay – October

Courthouse SquareJonesborough, TN

Johnson City Farmers MarketApril – NovemberSouth Roan Street

and State of FranklinJohnson City, TN

Johnson County Farmers MarketMay – October

County Courthouse parking Mountain City, TN

Greeneville Farmers MarketJanuary – December

Green County Fair GroundsGreeneville,TN

Unicoi Farmers MarketMay – October300 Gouge Rd

Unicoi, TN

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Cummings StAbingdon, VA

Chilhowie Farmers MarketMay – OctoberWarrior Park

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McKnight Park – downtown Independence, VA

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Eat the Rainbow for Good Health

By: Sam Erickson

Some people complain about how difficult it is to eat healthy food

because of all of the conflicting information on what exactly is good

for you.

How much iron do you need?

What about antioxidants?

How about folic acid?

One simple way to consume a variety of nutrients and ensure a balanced

diet is to choose your food by color. Different colored foods get their

color from different pigments, which arise from different nutritional

elements.

Red Foods

Red fruits and vegetables have either lycopene or anthocyanins. Lycopene

has been shown to reduce the risk of some cancers, whereas anthocyanins

serve as antioxidants that can protect cells from damage. Red foods

include apples, grapes, potatoes, raspberries, tomatoes, and watermelon.

Orange & Yellow Foods

Orange and yellow foods are colored by carotenoids, which get converted

into vitamin A in the body. Carotenoids reduce the risk of heart disease

and cancer and improve the body’s immune system. Oranges and nec-

tarines qualify as orange and yellow foods, as do sweet corn, sweet pota-

toes, and some watermelons.

Green Foods

The green family is larger than most, and it offers a variety of benefits.

Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower may help to protect

against cancer. Leafy greens are sources of vitamins B and C and have a

high iron content. Some green vegetables including peas, peppers, and

celery contain lutein, a chemical that helps maintain eye health.

Blue & Purple Foods

Like their yellow counterparts, blue foods contain anthocyanins. Blueber-

ries, figs, plums, and raisins contain powerful antioxidants and may

reduce the risk of cancer and stroke.

White Foods

White fruits and vegetables get their color from anthoxanthins. Some are

good sources of potassium, whereas others may help lower blood pressure

and cholesterol. Onions, parsnips, bananas, garlic, and potatoes all are in-

cluded in the category of white foods.

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recognizes older Americans for their contributions and demonstrates our nation’s

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By: Dr. Erika Grigg

T

he month of May often brings thoughts of warmer weather, flowers,

graduations, and weddings. Also during May, we celebrate Mother’s

Day and National Women’s Health Week (May 11–17). We all have

a role to play in women’s health. This week provides a focal point for

recognizing the important women in our lives. It gives us the opportunity

to do everything we can to help them take the steps necessary for longer,

healthier, happier, and safer lives. We want all women to make their health

a priority.

Women’s health and well-being often become secondary to the many

other responsibilities they assume, such as being the caregivers for their

families. Women often put the needs of their spouses, partners, children,

and parents ahead of their own welfare. This week is designed to bring a

woman’s focus back to herself. It’s not a selfish indulgence for a woman

to make her health a top priority—at least for a week.

During National Women’s Health Week, women are encouraged to take

the following steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower

their risks of certain diseases:

As women, it is instilled early to take care of our breast health with

mammograms and to take care of our cervix with regular pap smears.

However, our colon health frequently is neglected. During this month, as

a board-certified gastroenterologist, I want to dispel the myth that

colorectal cancer is a man’s disease. According to the American Cancer

Society’s estimates for 2014, just as many women as men will be

diagnosed with colorectal cancer. And just as many women as men will die

from this largely preventable disease. The lifetime risk of developing

colorectal cancer is 1 in 22 for a woman.

So make time this month (or sometime this year) to discuss your colon

health with your healthcare provider. Too embarrassed to talk with your

provider about colon cancer screenings or your symptoms? It’s important

to remember you are not alone—you’re not the first person to talk with

your doctor about bothersome or concerning complaints. Be upfront with

your provider and tell him or her that you are uncomfortable talking about

your symptoms—your healthcare professional may be able to help by

asking questions that are easier for you to answer.

Women are recommended to begin colon cancer screenings once they

are 50 years old (45 years of age for African American women). However,

if close family members have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer or

polyps, earlier screening may be appropriate. There are several different

screening modalities for colon cancer, so discussing these options with

your physician will enable you to find a test that fits your lifestyle. The

‘gold standard’ for colorectal cancer screening is a colonoscopy. Although

this test probably is conjuring up several connotations right now,

remember—It Can Save Your Life! A screening colonoscopy both detects

and prevents the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the

United States. Talk with your physician—sooner rather than later!

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We all have a role to play in the health of the important women in our lives. Encourage the women in your life to

have the appropriate age-specific screening tests. At age 50, talk with your physician about colorectal cancer screening.

A screening colonoscopy saves lives by detecting and removing polyps before they progress to cancer and by detecting cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage.

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