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April 1, 2008 kSero's Phone Number has Changed! As of Monday April 7, 2008, the kSero office phone number will be 804-205-0896. Please make a note for your records. Also, please pass this information along to anyone you know who may have our phone number, and is not receiving this email. Message for this month: self-regulation One of the "secrets" to success and overall well-being is self-regulation. This important skill, which involves the ability to control thoughts and actions, is learned and highly influenced by a person's environment. Self-regulation is required for setting and achieving goals, for personal relationships, and for maintaining healthy habits. In early childhood, parents are the greatest external influence on self-regulation, and increasingly the school, social, and work environment have an effect. Today's electronic and media-laden culture actually work against self-regulation. They encourage immediate response and elicit instant gratification. It's never too late to develop this skill. You can begin by practicing control of your thoughts and doing some basic meditation. If you are a parent, I encourage you to emphasize building your child's ability to self-regulate. If you don't know how to get started, don't hesitate to call us (on our NEW NUMBER: 804-205-0896). To your health, Susan Hardwicke, Ph.D. Director, kSero Center for the Mind Publisher 
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It's allergy season and if you are one of millions of Americans who take antihistamines, PLEASE TAKE NOTE. This particular warning involves the drug Singulair, a leukotriene inhibitor prescribed to prevent asthma attacks and relieve allergy symptoms.
The FDA issued a warning to healthcare providers and patients of the possible risk between Merck's best selling Singulair and mood/behavior changes and suicide. Patients should discuss this information with their doctor before reducing or eliminating this medication.
http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/safety/2008/safety08.htm#Singulair
Millions of Americans suffer from sleep disorders and are not getting the help they need to remedy this problem. Conditions associated with sleep problems include increased risk for psychiatric disorders, cancer, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and stroke.
Keep in mind that the average adult needs 8 hours of a sleep a day, and children, depending on age, need an average of 11-12 hours of sleep a day. If you are an adult and suffer from poor sleep, please read the tips below on how to get the proper sleep you need to function at your best everyday.
Strategy #1: Start with a very low dose of melatonin
Strategy #2: Chamomile tea
Strategy #3, which can be added to #1 or #2. Get specialized CD's for sleep. We have included a link for one we often recommend here at kSero. http://www.monroeinstitute.com/store/product/php?productid=1662&cat=65&page=1
To read more on the relationship between sleep and health problems:
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/86512.php/
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/10/08/AR2005100801405.html
Cous Cous with chicken, asparagus, spinach, and tomato*
Ingredients: 1 box of whole wheat cous cous
1 pound of organic chicken breast, cut into ¼ inch strips
½ teaspoon of salt
½ teaspoon of black pepper
1 cup (1 inch) slices asparagus
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 bag of organic spinach
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoon fresh chopped basil
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup crumbled goat cheese
Preparation: Cook desired amount of cous cous according to package directions.
Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken and asparagus to pan; sauté 5 minutes. Add spinach, tomatoes and garlic to pan; sauté 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in cous cous, basil, vinegar, and oil. Arrange 2 cups of mixture on each of 4 plates; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.
Serves 4.
*Adapted from Cooking Light Recipe, April 2008
Children with Healthy Diets Get Better Grades
Findings from a recent study published in the Journal of School Health provides evidence that children who incorporate a healthy diet in their lifestyle perform better in school. You can read more on the relationship between diet and academic performance here:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080320105546.htm
Toxin found in "organic" products
Buyer Beware--Not everything labeled "organic" is healthy for you!The use of the terms "organic" and "natural" are unregulated terms, and as such do not have clearly defined requirements for use. This means you need to research the products you bring into your home. A recent study funded by a US consumer watchdog found 1,4 Dioxane, a known carcinogen and suspected neurotoxin, in several brands of "organic" personal care products. For more information, follow the link listed here:
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/100848.php
New Study links antidepressants to Type 2 Diabetes
Recent evidence suggests that those with a history of depression and taking two or more prescriptions at the same time (typically tricyclic antidepressants and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) doubled their risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/03/080325122804.htm
Belly fat linked to greater risk of dementia
A recent study has linked having a big belly in middle age to an increased risk of developing dementia in older age. Read more here:
http://www.newsmax.com/health/big_belly_Alzheimers/2008/03/27/83416.html?s=al&promo_code=4812-1
kSero is offering a special price on all Fuser Bars in stock for kSero newsletter subscribers.
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Thank you for reading. If you consider the information in this newsletter as vital as we do, please forward it to others who might benefit.
Sincerely,
Susan Hardwicke, Ph.D.
Director
kSero Centers for the Mind
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