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YOR Health Products Activate Digestion With Enzymes

October 7, 2013 By YOR Health Products Leave a Comment

YOR Health was founded in 2008 in Irvine, California, to help health conscious people achieve optimum health and well-being. Today, YOR Health products span the globe, with members throughout America, Mexico, Australia and other countries. YOR Health products offer exclusive patented features that provide real solutions and proven results. In order to have the highest quality YOR Health products, YOR Health determines the precise amount and type of natural enzymes required to improve nutritional status. In the following interview with A Gathering of Experts, the YOR Health products team explains why healthy digestion is the key to overall health and how YOR Health products aid achieving it.

A Gathering of Experts: Welcome, and thank you for joining us today.

YOR Health Products Team: It’s a pleasure to be here.

A Gathering of Experts: What are enzymes and what do they do for us?

YOR Health Products Team: Enzymes are proteins responsible for delivering and eliminating ingredients and chemicals the body uses daily. Enzymes found in the digestive tract help break down molecules into smaller building blocks, in order to facilitate absorption into the body.

A Gathering of Experts: What happens if our bodies don’t get enough enzymes?

YOR Health Products Team: If the proper amount and required type of enzymes are not available for digestion, our bodies not only become toxic from the leftover waste, but nutrients have no carrier to be delivered to the rest of the body.

A Gathering of Experts: What are the ramifications?

YOR Health Products Team: Our energy levels start to drop and our health slowly deteriorates. This is the reason many health ailments are initially a dietary mistake amplified by poor digestion.

A Gathering of Experts: Is digestive disorder a common problem?

YOR Health Products Team: Yes. More than 70 million Americans suffer from digestive disorders that interfere with their work and their lives. More Americans can be hospitalized for digestive diseases than for any other type of illness. The National Institute of Health reported that 4.5 million Americans are constipated most or all of the time. In the U.S., more than 2.5 million people visit the doctor annually because of constipation.

A Gathering of Experts: How can we get more enzymes into our bodies?

YOR Health Products Team: There are only two ways we get enzymes—by producing them or by ingesting them. Unfortunately, we produce fewer enzymes as we age. Other factors that drain us of our bodies’ enzymes include stress and environmental pollution.

A Gathering of Experts: What foods provide the most enzymes?

YOR Health Products Team: We can preserve enzymes through raw food, but raw food diets are difficult to maintain. Once the food is cooked, many of the enzymes are destroyed.

A Gathering of Experts: Why are enzyme supplements more important than ever?

YOR Health Products Team: Today, processed foods lack enzymes and natural fibers and are loaded with sugar. Plus, the Western world has a more sedentary lifestyle. So these factors mean the time that food sits in our colon is slowing down, but we still need to get enzymes into our bodies. YOR Health products offer a wide range of high quality enzyme supplements to improve and maintain healthy digestion.

A Gathering of Experts: How often should solid waste be eliminated from the body?

YOR Health Products Team: If you are not eliminating solid waste from your body at least twice every 24 hours, then you more than likely have a digestive issue that you didn’t even know about.

A Gathering of Experts: What are signs of toxin buildup in the colon?

YOR Health Products Team: Signs of toxin buildup may include allergy, constipation, frequent colds, low energy, and much more.

A Gathering of Experts: What are YOR Health products composed of?

YOR Health Products Team: YOR Health products have the highest quality ingredients. YOR Health products consist of enzymes to ensure maximum absorption and effectiveness. We call it the YOR NDS (Nutritional Delivery System), which is composed of natural and gentle plant-based enzymes.

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All Western Mortgage’s Derrick Strauss Says Closing Costs Climb as Interest Remains Low

September 26, 2013 By Derrick Strauss Leave a Comment

Derrick Strauss says that the real estate market is well on its way to a new norm, which trades reasonable interest rates for high closing cost. Today, Derrick Strauss answers questions about these fees and clues homebuyers in on the states with the lowest prepaid costs.

A Gathering of Experts: What are closing costs?

Derrick Strauss: Closing cost are essentially the monies it takes to cover the administrative costs of the loan. This can include title insurance, origination fees, and appraisal, credit checks and other incidentals like document processing and courier fees.

A Gathering of Experts: What is the national average for closing costs?

Derrick Strauss: Most people in the United States are going to see closing costs hovering right around $2,400.

A Gathering of Experts: How does that compare to previous years?

Derrick Strauss: In 2012, we saw closing costs closer to $2,260 for an average $200,000 mortgage. 2013’s rates are about 6 percent higher across the board.

A Gathering of Experts: Can you explain what origination fees are?

Derrick Strauss: Origination fees, also called underwriting charges, are what the bank actually charges for the loan. This is the money that actually goes to the bank.

A Gathering of Experts: And how much of the closing costs are these underwriting charges?

Derrick Strauss: It varies according to the lender. Some may charge a flat fee while others calculate underwriting charges as a percentage of the loan.

A Gathering of Experts: If you had to put a dollar amount on the average credit check and appraisal fees, what would it be?

Derrick Strauss: Most homebuyers are going to pay a little under $700 for these two items.

A Gathering of Experts: Have low interest rates contributed to the rise in closing costs?

Derrick Strauss: I think so, yes. As interest rates decrease the number of homebuyers increases, which means that lenders feel more comfortable charging more.

A Gathering of Experts: Are closing costs increasing on both home purchases and refinances?

Derrick Strauss: Yes, refinancing a home is actually a completely new home loan process and includes virtually identical closing costs.

A Gathering of Experts: Are there any differences?

Derrick Strauss: Some refinancers may not have to pay a title search if theirs is recent.

A Gathering of Experts: What states have the most expensive closing costs?

Derrick Strauss: Hawaii, which averages around $2,920. Alaska is second at around $2,675. South Carolina homebuyers can expect to pay almost $2,660 in closing costs.

A Gathering of Experts: Where’s the cheapest?

Derrick Strauss: Wisconsin, Missouri and Kansas average between $2,100 and $2,200.

A Gathering of Experts: Are closing costs negotiable?

Derrick Strauss: They can be, especially in competitive markets. It never hurts to ask.

A Gathering of Experts: But interest rates are not?

Derrick Strauss: No, but different loans will have different credit requirements for the best rate.

A Gathering of Experts: Is now a good time to buy a home?

Derrick Strauss: Absolutely. Rates are still comparatively low.

A Gathering of Experts: What advice would you give a new homebuyer before talking to the lender?

Derrick Strauss: I would suggest getting acquainted with the different types of available loans and what sort of financial commitment these require.

A Gathering of Experts: Like interest rates and closing costs?

Derrick Strauss: Yes, but also ask current homeowners in your area how much mortgage insurance and home insurance is. Many first-time homebuyers fail to plan for not only a down payment and closing costs but don’t calculate escrow fees.

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Lindsay Rosenwald on Improving Cancer Survival Rates

September 26, 2013 By Lindsay Rosenwald 3 Comments

According to Investment Partnership co-founder Lindsay Rosenwald, medical experts continue to make strides toward eradicating cancer. Lindsay Rosenwald believes that the increase in cancer diagnoses has resulted in more research and development projects related to the disease. Recently, Lindsay Rosenwald discussed how technological advancements have assisted in the improvement of cancer survival rates.

A Gathering of Experts: Is the population of cancer patients increasing?

Lindsay Rosenwald: More people are being diagnosed with cancer due in part to an aging, growing population and better diagnostic technology.

A Gathering of Experts: How is the medical community coping with this epidemic?

Lindsay Rosenwald: The survival rates are improving because of new therapies that have been primarily developed by American biotechnology companies.

A Gathering of Experts: What has been the key factor in the treatment of cancer patients?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Medical experts continue their efforts to increase access to the latest cancer control methods and raise awareness about them.

A Gathering of Experts: How can patients curb the symptoms of cancer?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Effective therapies are available that control cancer and cancer treatment; side effects including nausea, mouth sores and general pain.

A Gathering of Experts: How has technology played a role in cancer research?

Lindsay Rosenwald: The industry continues its efforts to optimize its usage of information technology in order to facilitate cancer research while accelerating all other efforts designed to control cancer.

A Gathering of Experts: How is the medical community reacting to the current state of cancer?

Lindsay Rosenwald: As time goes on, the medical community continues to invest in cancer research in an effort to improve global health.

A Gathering of Experts: How so?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Combination chemotherapy is now standard in treating many cancers and has contributed to increasing survival and cure rates.

A Gathering of Experts: What’s one major example?
Lindsay Rosenwald: Combination chemotherapy involving the drug Cisplatin led to cure rates for testicular cancer of nearly 95 percent.

A Gathering of Experts: How effective has treatment been?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Treatment has been so effective that approximately 80 percent of patients with metastatic testicular cancer can now be cured.

A Gathering of Experts: What’s the status of cancer vaccines?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Multiple cancer and cancer prevention vaccines have been approved so far by the FDA, and many more are in the development pipeline.

A Gathering of Experts: Could you describe them?

Lindsay Rosenwald: One of the cancer prevention vaccines, the hepatitis B virus vaccine, could potentially prevent several forms of liver cancer.

A Gathering of Experts: That’s remarkable.

Lindsay Rosenwald: It’s very encouraging. Two vaccines target human papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18.

A Gathering of Experts: How will these vaccines help eradicate cancer?

Lindsay Rosenwald: These vaccines have an enormous potential to prevent an estimated 70 percent of all cervical cancers, as well as other HPV-associated cancers.

A Gathering of Experts: What other diseases might potentially be treated?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Several cancer treatment vaccines are being tested in clinical trials, including vaccines for ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, multiple myeloma and melanoma.

A Gathering of Experts: Have medical professionals experimented with different types of therapy?

Lindsay Rosenwald: Medical experts have further refined their radiation therapy techniques as well.

A Gathering of Experts: What have these therapies achieved?

Lindsay Rosenwald: These recent advances have resulted in much better patient outcomes, including survival benefits.

Lindsay Rosenwald is an accomplished doctor and financial professional with more than three decades of experience in the medical field.

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Interview With Paul Kadri on His Love of Sports

September 8, 2013 By Paul Kadri Leave a Comment

Like many others, Paul Kadri loves sports. In this interview, he reflects on the sports he likes to watch and the sports he likes to play. Whether as a child or adult, sports have always been and always will be important to Paul Kadri.

A Gathering of Experts: So where did your love of sports begin?

Paul Kadri: I did not get my love for sports from my parents as some children do. When he was young, my father was a runner, which is something that didn’t interest me. My love of sports came from rooting for local teams. I grew up just outside Detroit, so I was a big fan of the Detroit teams.

A Gathering of Experts: Did you have one sport or team in particular that you enjoyed most?

Paul Kadri: As a kid it was definitely baseball. The Detroit Tigers were my team, and in the 1970s they had a pretty good team. I played Little League on the local field. Unfortunately, the Little League season was very short, and there were no other opportunities to play like kids have now.

A Gathering of Experts: Did you go to Tiger Stadium to watch games?

Paul Kadri: Yes. The company my dad worked for had tickets for great seats. I remember going as if it were yesterday. I brought my mitt and was quite sure I would get a foul ball, but I never did.

A Gathering of Experts: You told me earlier about an exciting opportunity you had. Could you share it?

Paul Kadri: For my birthday, I was given a gift to go play golf with the Detroit Tigers from when I grew up in Las Vegas. The event took place right after 9/11. Many people were afraid to fly, but nothing was going to stop me. They still held the event, and I had the chance to play golf and spend a lot of time with all the Tiger greats. I actually came in first place and there’s a jersey signed by everyone on my wall in my house.

A Gathering of Experts: Are the Tigers still your favorite team?

Paul Kadri: All the Detroit teams are still my favorites. At some point in my life I did switch to loving hockey more than baseball. The Detroit Red Wings are my favorite team.

A Gathering of Experts: Do you like the Detroit Lions?

Paul Kadri: Now you’re being a wise guy. For those who don’t know, the Lions football team almost never wins. It is painful to be their fan.

A Gathering of Experts: Someone told me you have a relative who used to play football. Is that true?

Paul Kadri: Yes, my uncle was drafted by the Washington Redskins many years ago. My uncle is a very big man. He tried his entire life to get me to be a Redskins fan and could not understand why I stuck with the Lions.

A Gathering of Experts: What sports have you played?

Paul Kadri: In high school I played baseball and football. Baseball is my favorite, and while I liked football, I didn’t love it quite as much. Like my uncle, I have a large build, so people expected me to play football. When I went to college I tried to play football but I was too slow. I played rugby until I severely hurt my knee. That was when I took up golf and made the golf team. In business school and as an adult I played baseball and hockey.

A Gathering of Experts: You just took up golf and were able to make the team?

Paul Kadri: I did take lessons from someone who was excellent, and I found that I had some natural talent in golf. I did hit the ball farther than anyone; I just needed to learn how to hit it straight. I played all through college and considered trying to play professionally, but that is a very difficult sport to break into.

A Gathering of Experts: Do you still play golf?

Paul Kadri: Every chance I get.

A Gathering of Experts: You mentioned you had an interesting story about playing baseball in New York?

Paul Kadri: in the early 1990s I was working in New York for a bank. All the banks had baseball teams that competed against each other. It was a competitive league because some players were former professionals. The bank I work for was purchased by the world’s largest bank, which was a Japanese bank. When the playoffs started I began seeing some Japanese men watching the games. The coach announced that the president of all U.S. operations would be attending the next game. It was the quarterfinals and the other team had a pitcher who had played professional baseball. We lost but I had the only two hits for our side. The next thing I know, I’m being invited by the president of the company to have dinner with him. He explained to me that after World War II baseball was the only distraction they had from despair. They valued good play, and having dinner with me was his way of expressing his appreciation.

A Gathering of Experts: Any other sports thoughts before we conclude?

Paul Kadri: I have a daughter, and probably one of my greatest moments was taking her to the World Series last year in Detroit. She loved it. Unfortunately I took her to the Stanley Cup Final when the Red Wings were playing and she hated it. I have to work on her!

Paul Kadri is a public school administrator who has always emphasized sports in addition to arts and academics. A saying of Paul Kadri is that we develop the body, mind and soul of our students. Athletics is the body. For more information about Paul Kadri, visit his website at paulkadrionline.com.

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Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem, Oregon CEO of Bonaventure Senior Living: Inspiration from Arnold Schwarzenegger

August 27, 2013 By Kelley D. Hamilton Leave a Comment

kelley-d-hamilton-salem-oregon-5 Kelley D. Hamilton of Salem, Oregon, who currently serves as the CEO of Bonaventure Senior Living, encourages Bonaventure’s senior residents to aim high and achieve their dreams. For Kelley D. Hamilton of Salem, Oregon, one prime example of an active, accomplished senior is Arnold Schwarzenegger. Kelley D. Hamilton of Salem, Oregon, applauds Schwarzenegger for his commitment to community service.

Q: In your opinion, what makes Arnold Schwarzenegger an inspirational senior?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Iconic athlete, Hollywood star, political force – Arnold has done it all. Arnold shows there are no limits to what people can achieve with the right attitude.

Q: How did Schwarzenegger get his start?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Born in Austria, Arnold became the youngest recipient of the Mr. Universe title at age 20.

Q: When did Arnold Schwarzenegger come to the United States?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: After earning five Mr. Universe titles, Arnold decided to pursue acting. He earned a degree from the University of Wisconsin and later became a United States citizen.

Q: What was Arnold’s big break in Hollywood?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: He earned a Golden Globe in 1977 for New Male Star of the Year.

Q: For what film?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: The film was Stay Hungry with Sally Field. He then became a household name for his roles in Conan the Barbarian and Terminator.

Q: He’s one of the major movie superstars…

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Well, he’s certainly one of the most successful. His films have earned over $3 billion internationally.

Q: What prompted his move into politics?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Given his fame and fortune, Arnold felt compelled to devote his time and energy to serving people. Arnold served the state of California as governor from 2003-2010.

Q: What qualities do you believe helped Arnold as Governor of California?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Arnold was praised often for his commitment to public service and his impressive leadership skills.

Q: What advancements did Arnold make during his term?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Arnold spearheaded the reform agenda called the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006.

Q: What did it accomplish?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: It established California as a leader on combating climate change and promoting renewable energy.

Q: What were his chief initiatives while in office?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Physical fitness for Americans has been a primary focus for Arnold. He’s proven his dedication in a number of ways.

Q: How so?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Arnold was the Chairman of the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.

Q: When was that?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: He served during the presidency of George H.W. Bush.

Q: What other organizations has he served?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Arnold is now the Chairman of the After School All-Stars. The organization is an education-based program held nationwide.

Q: What’s Arnold working on now?

Kelley D. Hamilton, Salem Oregon: Arnold currently lives in Hollywood. He’s making films and finishing his autobiography due out this fall.

As CEO of Bonaventure Senior Living, Kelley D. Hamilton of Salem, Oregon, preaches the power of positivity to all Bonaventure residents. Kelley D. Hamilton leads the collection of senior living communities from the Bonaventure Home Office in Salem, Oregon in their dedication to serving senior adults and providing an active and fulfilling retirement lifestyle.

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Moving Squad Founder Aldo Disorbo Considers a Move of His Own

August 19, 2013 By Aldo Disorbo 3 Comments

After three decades in the industry, Aldo Disorbo says his future may hold more cultural endeavors than his past. Today, this moving industry veteran speaks with A Gathering of Experts about his plans to open an Italian restaurant when he retires from Moving Squad.

A Gathering of Experts: Thank you for taking the time to speak with us today.

Aldo Disorbo: My pleasure.

A Gathering of Experts: Can you tell us a bit about your business?

Aldo Disorbo: I own a company called Moving Squad. We are based in Fort Lauderdale. We offer local moving services at an affordable price.

A Gathering of Experts: You have been a major player in the moving industry for nearly 30 years. Why might you want to change career paths at this point?

Aldo Disorbo: I have always identified strongly with my Italian heritage. And, I love to cook. I think that opening my own Italian diner/bistro would be a dream come true. I’m not ready to retire from moving just yet, just thinking ahead.

A Gathering of Experts: That is a significant transition.

Aldo Disorbo: Not really. There are many similarities, I think, between the two industries.

A Gathering of Experts: How so?

Aldo Disorbo: When you own a moving company—or any business really—you have to organize people, places and things. You have to make sure that everything fits together like a well-oiled machine.

A Gathering of Experts: Like a restaurant’s wait staff, chefs and servers must work together to create happy customers?

Aldo Disorbo: Exactly—if any part of the dining experience is unpleasant, a meal can be ruined.

A Gathering of Experts: And so it goes with the moving industry?

Aldo Disorbo: At Moving Squad, we have sales staff, customer service reps, and movers. A deficiency in any of these departments reflects poorly on the entire company, effectively leaving a bad taste in the mouths of our customers.

A Gathering of Experts: Do you like to cook?

Aldo Disorbo: I’m Italian; of course I like to cook!

A Gathering of Experts: What are some of your favorite Italian dishes?

Aldo Disorbo: I don’t know that I could pinpoint just a few.

A Gathering of Experts: Italy is known mostly for pasta—let’s talk about lesser-known indigenous dishes. What does a typical Italian breakfast consist of?

Aldo Disorbo: Like many European countries, breakfast is usually served continental-style.

A Gathering of Experts: Like a hotel?

Aldo Disorbo: Not exactly. Italian breakfast is usually homemade and consists of café latte and buttered bread or rolls. Most coffee shops serve simple pastries, though cereals and yogurts are becoming more common.

A Gathering of Experts: What is the largest meal of the day?

Aldo Disorbo: In Italian culture it’s usually lunch. Europeans typically make lunch a more intimate affair than Americans. Pranzo (the midday meal) usually lasts at least an hour and a half and consist of several different courses.

A Gathering of Experts: How is that adapted for American culture?

Aldo Disorbo: For a restaurant, I would shorten the dining options to a simple salad and bread sticks with a small main course of pasta. One popular pre-meal food in Italy is finger sandwiches. You could also serve these as an entrée.

A Gathering of Experts: It seems that Italian food is more formal overall than what we have here in Western society.

Aldo Disorbo: Yes, but coming from a large Italian family, I can tell you that there’s nothing in the world that helps families bond like sitting down over a well-prepared meal. That is one reason that I want to open my own restaurant when I leave the moving business.

A Gathering of Experts: If you run your restaurant the way that you operate your moving services companies, you will no doubt be quite successful.

Aldo Disorbo: I appreciate the vote of confidence and I’m definitely looking forward to the challenge.

A Gathering of Experts: In a few more years we may look back on your many successes as evidence that you don’t have to stick with what you’re comfortable with.

Aldo Disorbo: I certainly hope so.

A Gathering of Experts: That’s all the time that we have for today. Thank you for chatting with us.

Aldo Disorbo: My pleasure.

Aldo Disorbo has spent the last two and a half decades building a clientele throughout southern Florida. Since his early days hauling friends’ and neighbors’ household goods in an old truck, Aldo Disorbo has made customer service his No. 1 priority. For more information, visit movingsquad.com.

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Richard E. Dover Discusses the Process of Historic Restoration

July 26, 2013 By Richard E. Dover Leave a Comment

Richard E. Dover and Family Pride Corporation have been passionate about historic preservation since the company was created in 1993. Richard E. Dover has been deeply involved with saving historic structures in Tennessee, North Carolina and Florida. According to Richard E. Dover, his quest to improve and preserve historic structures still continues. Here, Richard E. Dover describes the importance and the process of restoration.

A Gathering of Experts: Thank you for being here today, Mr. Richard E. Dover.

Richard E. Dover: Thanks for having me.

A Gathering of Experts: As an expert in restoration, can you explain what historic restoration is exactly?

Richard E. Dover: Restoration is a process where a building of historic value is restored to its original beauty. Precise attention to detail must be given and using original building materials is imperative.

A Gathering of Experts: Can you explain the restoration process?

Richard E. Dover: The process falls into four different categories. A historic building can be preserved, restored, rehabilitated or reconstructed.

A Gathering of Experts: How does rehabilitation differ from reconstruction?

Richard E. Dover: Rehabilitation requires alteration to the basic structure with current building materials so that it can continue to be useful for modern-day purposes. Every attempt is made, however, to preserve the original look of the building. Reconstruction, on the other hand, involves repairing buildings that have collapsed or been damaged, and asks for new construction materials as long as they are similar to the original ones.

A Gathering of Experts: Which process is the least labor-intensive?

Richard E. Dover: Preservation is most likely the least labor intensive as it involves preventing physical deterioration without removing the natural effects of history and character.

A Gathering of Experts: Is the restoration process difficult?

Richard E. Dover: I call the process an exciting challenge. It can be expensive and time-consuming. It’s important to surround yourself with professionals who can assist with every phase of the project, such as architects, historians, contractors, suppliers, as well as researchers and preservationists.

A Gathering of Experts: How do you start the restoration process?

Richard E. Dover: Before I buy a historic building, I thoroughly inspect it to determine the condition. I carefully map out what I want to accomplish and budget how much money I can afford to spend. The next step is research. The more you know about the building, the more accurate the restoration will be.

A Gathering of Experts: Why is historical restoration important?

Richard E. Dover: History contributes to the personality of a community. It gives it its unique character. Historic preservation involves more than simply saving and restoring old buildings. There are economic, cultural and environmental considerations as well.

A Gathering of Experts: How does the economy benefit from historic restoration?

Richard E. Dover: Preservation creates jobs since the projects are more labor intensive. Another important economic benefit is tourism. Many people have a deep fascination with sites where history happened. Heritage tourism provides billions for the hospitality and travel industries.

A Gathering of Experts: What types of buildings are usually targeted for restoration?

Richard E. Dover: The structures are generally at least 50 years old and usually represent an architectural era, such as Victorian or Tudor design.

A Gathering of Experts: What is a definite “no-no” when restoring buildings?

Richard E. Dover: You cannot destroy distinctive original features. Also, avoid sandblasting and other damaging methods.

A Gathering of Experts: What advice would you give to a first-time preservationist?

Richard E. Dover: Protect, preserve and respect the building and the changes that have taken place over time. Repair rather than replace.

Richard E. Dover is involved in a number of projects spanning from Knoxville to Oak Ridge. Richard E. Dover currently oversees the restoration of the historic Alexander Inn. The historic former inn will become an assisted living center for seniors, according to Richard E. Dover.

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Enjoying White Veggies at Bonaventure Senior Living

July 25, 2013 By Bonaventure Senior Living Leave a Comment

This time of year, gardens and roadside stands are awash in a rainbow of colors, which chefs at Bonaventure Senior Living fully appreciate. But preparing a healthy meal shouldn’t be just a seasonal occasion, which is the kitchen motto at Bonaventure Senior Living. Healthy meals don’t always have to consist of a plate full of leafy green and orange vegetables. At Bonaventure Senior Living, residents make space for white vegetables like potatoes, cauliflower, white asparagus and mushrooms. The talented chefs at Bonaventure Senior Living know that senior health can be improved by simply eating the right foods. White vegetables often contain important nutrients that many seniors don’t get enough of in their diet. Here are some white vegetables that should be on everyone’s plate and are enjoyed at Bonaventure Senior Living.

White Potatoes

White potatoes have somewhat of a bad reputation, but seniors at Bonaventure Senior Living love them. A plain baked potato with skin contains almost half the daily recommended amount of vitamins C, B1 and B6, as well as 5 grams of fiber. According to Bonaventure Senior Living chefs, potatoes are naturally fat-free, unless butter or sour cream is added. The potato is a powerhouse of minerals including zinc, potassium, magnesium, iron, and iodine. Potatoes are a complex carb and a good energy source, which benefits the active residents at Bonaventure Senior Living.

Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a tasty white veggie resembling broccoli and very popular with diners at Bonaventure Senior Living. This vegetable contains vitamin C and carotenoids such as beta-carotene and offers many health benefits. Carotenoids reduce the risk for heart disease and cancer and promote youthful skin. Cauliflower contains lots of fiber, which helps clean the digestive system. Just one cup of steamed cauliflower, which is part of a popular side dish at Bonaventure Senior Living, provides more than 3 grams of fiber.

Mushrooms
White mushrooms have a special carbohydrate that powers up the metabolic rate and keeps blood sugar levels normal. With a strong metabolism, Bonaventure Senior Living residents are more likely to maintain a healthier weight. Mushrooms also contain plenty of required vitamin D, typically only available through sun exposure. While a healthy dose of sunshine is always nice, instead of getting sunburned, many seniors at Bonaventure Senior Living choose to top their salad with mushrooms to enjoy the benefits.

White cabbage
According to chefs at Bonaventure Senior Living, white cabbage is beneficial in a variety of ways. Because of its high water content, cabbage is great for weight loss, which Bonaventure Senior Living residents can incorporate into their overall fitness routine. Cabbage is also packed with fiber, which promotes a healthy digestive system. White cabbage also helps lower cholesterol to create a healthy heart so that diners at Bonaventure Senior Living can enjoy healthier lives.

In addition to delicious and healthy dining, residents at Bonaventure Senior Living enjoy planned activities, day trips and excursions. Bonaventure Senior Living also offers a variety of services such as transportation, housekeeping, medication monitoring, and much more. Independent, assisted living, and memory care services at Bonaventure Senior Living promise quality and affordability. In 37 communities, residents feel at home at Bonaventure Senior Living where exceptional care is provided. For more information about Bonaventure Senior Living, visit RetirementPerfected.com.

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Kosher Supervision of America (KSA Kosher) on the Benefits of Eating Kosher

June 6, 2013 By KSA Kosher Leave a Comment

At Kosher Supervision of America (KSA Kosher), kosher products are treated with the utmost respect and care. For the entire staff of Kosher Supervision of America (KSA Kosher), kosher certification is the top priority. As an industry leader, KSA Kosher has noticed the numerous benefits for consumers who keep kosher.

A Gathering of Experts: Thank you for taking the time to speak with us today.

KSA Kosher: Thank you, it is our pleasure.

A Gathering of Experts: What is the biggest benefit of eating kosher?

KSA Kosher: Many consumers choose to eat kosher because it leads to a healthier lifestyle.

A Gathering of Experts: What makes kosher foods healthy?

KSA Kosher: Kosher foods traditionally lower the cholesterol of those who eat them.

A Gathering of Experts: Is eating kosher a difficult habit?

KSA Kosher: Eating kosher is not as challenging as one might expect. Many foods that people eat on a regular basis are already kosher.

A Gathering of Experts: Like…?

KSA Kosher: Beef, poultry and certain types of fish are generally kosher, provided that they undergo proper preparation. Even Oreos are kosher!

A Gathering of Experts: What are some non-kosher examples?

KSA Kosher: Eagle, rabbit, owl, pork, catfish and sturgeon are non-kosher. Any reptiles, insects and shellfish also fall into this category.

A Gathering of Experts: How does a consumer know these kosher foods are safe?

KSA Kosher: Kosher foods undergo a rigorous and very strict evaluation before being certified.

A Gathering of Experts: Can eating kosher trigger any allergies?

KSA Kosher: On the contrary, eating kosher actually alleviates certain allergies.

A Gathering of Experts: How so?

KSA Kosher: Although allergies of this nature are uncommon, some people experience reactions to pork or the chemicals that are used to prepare it. A much more common allergy is one to shellfish, which is also prohibited by kosher law.

A Gathering of Experts: Are all fish kosher?

KSA Kosher: Many species of fish are deemed kosher, most notably freshwater cod and tilapia.

A Gathering of Experts: Are foods from kosher animals safer?

KSA Kosher: Generally, yes. Animals do not get approved unless certification experts can determine that they have no lesions or illnesses.

A Gathering of Experts: Do kosher individuals eat more vegetables and fruits?

KSA Kosher: Often, consumers who stay kosher rely on eating vegetables and fruits as a major part of their diets to replace dairy and meats. This typically contributes to better overall health.

A Gathering of Experts: What is the main attribute that makes eating kosher healthy?

KSA Kosher: There are many, but the main one might be that meat and dairy must not be eaten together. This will eliminate a number of unhealthy and cholesterol laden foods from an individual’s diet.

A Gathering of Experts: What are a few examples?

KSA Kosher: Some of America’s favorite foods have been rendered non-kosher, including cheeseburgers, pizza and lasagna.

A Gathering of Experts: So I suppose fast food is out?

KSA Kosher: Consumers who strictly adhere to a kosher diet will find it difficult to make purchases at a fast food restaurant due to the lack of options.

A Gathering of Experts: This might be a good thing.

KSA Kosher: Indeed, it may be a big plus to those wishing to lose weight, burn fat and curb poor eating habits.

A Gathering of Experts: What else typically appeals to kosher consumers?

KSA Kosher: Eating kosher is also what many would call a “humane diet” because of the careful practice of slaughtering animals.

To learn more, visit Kosher Supervision of America online at ksakosher.com.

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Predicting Earth’s Future – Perhaps it’s in the Stars

June 5, 2013 By Admin3 Leave a Comment

Is it possible to determine the fate of Planet Earth by studying the remnants of dead stars in other solar systems? Many scientists think it is.

The Sun and the planets that orbit it comprise our Solar System. Each of the planets in a Solar System attracts to itself other moons, minor planets, comets, asteroids, gas and dust. The Sun is the greatest entity in our Solar System and since larger masses have the greatest gravitational pull, it constantly tugs at the planets and their satellites. While the Sun is pulling on the planets, the planets are trying to fly off into outer space. The planets then become trapped between the two opposing forces. Poised between sailing toward the Sun and soaring off into space, they are perpetually revolving around their parent star.

Recently University of Cambridge scientists reported that they have examined two dead star systems situated about 150 light-years from Earth that may give us a glimpse of what Earth’s Solar System could look like one day. Using the Hubble Space Telescope to examine the chemical remains of the stars, it was discovered that these burnt-out solar systems are packed with silicon and carbon, the same components found in materials that make up planets like Earth and our Solar System. These dead stars, referred to in the scientific community as white dwarfs, are located in the constellation Taurus in a star cluster called Hyades. Computer simulations show us that as stars age and discard their outer layers they lose mass and destabilize the environments around them. Instead of being surrounded by empty space as one would expect, the remnants of these stars are packed with asteroid-like debris. This debris falls onto these dead stars and contaminates them. When this happens, they are referred to as ‘dirty’ stars.

The previously mentioned burnt-out stars are very similar to our Sun. The scientists’ recent discovery gives us some indication as to how our Sun will die and what will happen in our Solar System when it does. When our Sun’s nuclear fuel is depleted or runs low, our Sun will gradually enlarge until its outer layers are blown free. A few of the inner planets will be engulfed by the eruption and their asteroids will be hurled out of their orbits. Asteroids that swerve too close to the sun will be broken up and the resulting debris will be drawn into a ring around our now-dead Sun. The resulting debris from these events will fall onto our Sun and turn it into a dirty star.

NOTE: It is never too early for the human race to start searching for a solution to a catastrophic natural occurrence such as this, but there is still time for experts to come up with a plan to save our world. Scientists speculate that this scenario involving our Sun and Solar System won’t occur for approximately five billion years.

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