Page 6B Chronic costly, and ineffective Society's ideal body size for women in the Western world is very thin. A woman's appearance 1S an important attribute, more mmportant than for men Yet obesity is more common in men and poses more of a health inisk to. men. In a 1991 survey 70 ‘percent of Canadian adult women {Wanted to reduce thtir weights, including 23 percent of women who were under weight. ‘This fat phobia has lead to bil lions of dollars spent annually for weight loss products. The 32 bil lion dollar diet industry owes its financial success to the failure of its methods. Dieting becomes a lifestyle. A lifestyle that contributes to poor nutrition, eating disorders, a decrease in body satisfaction and lowered self esteem and dimin ished bank accounts. Although excess weight is asso- ciated with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and colon cancer, many people who are of NS] NATIONAL LOTTERY BUY A TICKE All the proceeds wi wa facilities which will benefit residents thr enter the 21s ORDER FORM VISA Expiry date NAME ADDRESS. CITY Prov Phone numbers: Home INCREDIBLE ODDS SUPPORT B.C.'S MEDICAL EYE RESEARCH! a me ee ee normal weight also suffer from these illnesses. Chronic dieting is associated with an increased health risk—it has been implicated in the development of depression, irri tability, social withdrawal, fatigue, Brought to you by Castle gar's Medical Staff gallstones, and some studies show an increase mortality from heart disease Mental stress.could be the great est adverse effect associated with obesity. Stress from societal pres: sures and discrimination is associat ed with failed dieting attempts. If well being includes social, finan cial, physical and emotional satis faction, then dieting must have a negative impact on ones well being. There is controversy related to a weight “set point” an intemal con trol that maintains body fat within a narrow range. When an individual reduces food intake, the metabolic Tate declines; weight loss slows or stops. However once food restric tion ends then most people (95 per cent) regain the lost weight. Few can boast of maintained weight loss. Even those on a maintenance diet program drop out. Most obese patients do not eat TWO FIRST PRIZES: Two Mercedes-Benz 190F automobiles DRAW:May 27,93 EARLY BIRD DRAWS: DRAW: April 15, 93 DRAW: May 11,93 more than the general population However, Obese patients who have been chronic dieters have two pat terns of eating, One is to restrict food during the week, dnd then binge on weekends. The other is to have only one meal a day, however once eating starts it is difficult to stop. Both pat terns lead to guilt, more severe restrictions, more bingeing and often forced vomiting or laxative abuse—bukimia. People who have these pattems of eating are likely to have, a higher weight than those who eat three meals a day The most successful treatment of these abnormal eating habits is to re-establish normal eating habits. If we analyse why one overeats, often the stimulus is not hunger, but habit or emotion. Change th abnormal cating habit by (1) Eat three meals a day initial. ly to retrain the recognition of hunger and fullness. (2) Get rid of the forbidden foods list - eat everything in mod. erabon. (3) Eat a quantity of food that is Satisfying, yet not excessive. At the end of the meal feel as though you could still fit more,food in the stomach, but you are no longer hungry. Slow down when eating to learn to recognize satiety (4) Focus on healthy foods Make good health the goal, not weight loss. A low fat diet, with complex carbohydrates (starches and cereals) and a high fibre intake is usually more satisfying than a high fat diet (5)Exercise. The benefits of exercise include lowering blood pressure, improved blood fat levels and improved mood and self Walk for half an hour a day 4 times a week or choose any enjoyable physical activity Focus less, on weight loss and esteem calorie restriction and more on enjoying a satisfying lifestyle Believe in yourself, a positive self image will achieve a more fulfill ing life than a cycle of failed dict attempts. Make vitality, health and enjoyment your goal atoan weight ELECTROLUX Sales /Service /Repairs 611 Columbia Ave. WE ARE OPEN Mon. - Fri. 9-5 Saturday 10 - 4:30 365-0828 Sw by The Castl gar Sun WS Excellence in Service Award This award will be presented every week to someone in Castlegar who shows extraordinary service to his/her customers or clients. © The recipient will receive an award plaque to keep courtesy of Kats Trophys and a lunch for 2, value to $15.00, courtesy of the Sandman Inn. We'd like everyone in Castlegar to know that service excellence exists in our community. This award recognizes a nominated business. If you know of someone that offers "Excellence in Service," call me, Marilyn Strong at 365-5266, or drop a letter at the Castlegar Sun ‘gar Sun XS Wednesday, March 10, 1993 Our neighboring community of Ymir held two vents worthy of print in the past two weeks he Ymur Performing Ans Committee sponsored the events The first of these activities was held on Febru ary 20. In the afternoon, the partic ipants enjoyed a presentation by Day Star and Mo from the Centre for the Dance of Universal Peace This group, centered in Fairfax, California ognizes dance as a form of movement, re-educa. tion and spiritual fold dance. It uses music and acred phrases from many world traditions to pro- mote peace and integration within individuals and groups, The Dances have spread around the world and are used in a variety of Settings, including transpersonal counselling, holistic ton, ecumenical conferences and arts celebrations Over 30 participants enjoyed learning the dances accompanied’ by the drum-playing of the leaders. The dances were simple and easy to learn and both children and adults participated success fully. The movement ranged from slow and spiri tual to fast and exciting and evoked enthusiasm and pleasure A pot-luck supper followed with many families enjoying the socialization and good food In the evening Y.P.A.C performers held an Open Stage at. which the community welcomed back Shanna Fox who performed with Fred Nach. baur. “Other performers included classical guitarist Real and Sparrow > studies. a vocalist with a very sweet voice who accompanied herself on the guitar Saturday, February 27 . an enthusiastic crowd Ymir social community revitalized with help from Y.P.A.C. enjoyed a Mexican Dance, Many participants got into the spirit by dressing Mexican and costumes were judged and gift certificates and other prizes were awarded The decorations in the hall were spectacular One corner contained a black paper and chalk mural created by Mike Hazel, with cacti, a skeleton in a hammock and a howling coyote completing the scene, Other walls were cov- ered with floral murals and paper flowers festooned the hall. A pinata was strung from the. ceiling and the door prize was to break it for the prize it contained. The talent of the artistic community of Ymir was well evident in this production ‘The participants enjoyed dancing to the music of Skankin Moosters”, a new band from Nelson Their renditions of jazz and soft rock were very danceable and the floor was full throughout the evening Y.P.A.C. members served Mexican food at mid night which added to the festivities as everyone needed to run for a drink after eating Y.P.A.C. is to be congratulated for revitalizing the Ymir social community by organizing activities in the Community Hall. This venue has always been the centre for many fun events and it is great to see them happening again. March drive will help support kidney transplant patients Submitted ‘ Volunteers from the Kootenay Chapter of the Kid ney Foundation are preparing themselves for the annual door to door fundraising campaign during the month of March The theme for this year's March drive is the Hope You Can Give all Last year, volunteers from the Kootenay Chapter received the B.C. March drive Award of Excellence for its work on behalf of the Kidney Foundation Two of its members, Trail resident Melba Wilson ind Jean Lloyd from Fruitvale re awards for their leadership and hard work ceived honor These awards were made possible because of the great gen rosity and support from people in the Kootenay for the work of the Kidney Foundation Funds raised during the March drive are used-to provide support to persons who have renal disease The funds are also directed towards public education and towards research programs. Kidney disease is a condition that strikes Canadi- ans of any age and any ‘kground. It is the fourth major cause of death in Canada. Currently there are 650 patients on dialysis in B.C.: 225 of whom are waiting to rec a kidney, and with it, a new life. Presently there are 10 patients who dialyse at the Trail Regional Hospital and eight patients who dialyse at home Remarkable, 26 of our local people have had kid ney transplants Please give generously when a canvassor calls at your door. A dialysis patient's life coufd be made more meaningful with your help Give all the hope you can The Kootenay Chapter of the Kidney Foundation has received word that two of its members, Trail resident Melba Wilson and Jean Lloyd from Fruitvale have received honor awards for their contribution to the work of the Kidney Foundation. They received their awards at a recent chapter meeting from president Bud Godderis. L-r: Melba Wilson, Bud Godderis and Jean Lloyd. 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Learn how to set up a data base structure The. course takes place March 15 to March 31, from 6:30 p.m to 9:30 p.m -HOU PHOTOLAB QUALITY 4:4 Low 24 EXP. ROLL ef = $10” sis” —Experience the Difference— SECOND SET 17¢ per photo (at time of developing) Prices! Wednesday, March 10, 1993 The Castlegar Sun Ann Landers Syndicated Columnist Dear Ann Landers: I'm a 46. year-old, single, heterosexual woman who, because of loneliness and the desire to be useful, yolun- teered at an AIDS hospice. I met a charming 35-year-old gay man the day he checked in “Jed” and I became instant, insep- arable friends. After a few weeks, he told me he did not like living in the hos pice because the food was terrible, his quarters were too cramped and not as clean as he was used to, and there were too many severely ill people there. Jed was well-educat- ed, extremely friendly, interesting and fun to be with. I'm afraid my compassion got the better of my good sense He told me that he expected to receive a considerable sum of money in a few weeks and had been looking for a place of his own. He suggested that we share an apartment when he got his money. I thought it was a good idea and agreed to let him move into my place in the interim. He was delighted, even though it meant sleeping on the couch. Jed then explained that he was penni- less and needed a little financial help to tide him over until his money came in. I loaned him $1,500, which I had to borrow from the bank. Then came the nightmare of him waiting for his money and me waiting for repay- ment. It has been five months now, and I have not seen a dime so far. After a few unpleasant words, Jed moved out of my place and into the home of a gay hairdresser who, I'm sure, is being bamboo- zled the same way I was. 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