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39MOTHER/dAUGHTER MAKEOVER RESULTSKate and Jeanne martin were chosen to undergo 13 weeks of fitness training, dieting and cosmetic treatments. read about their journey and see before-and-after photos here.

50THE ULTIMATE SPA GUIdEdiscover the best spas in bergen county and learn how getting pampered can benefit your health.

56GOALS fOR A nEw YOUFind out how to achieve your wellness objectives in 2012.

58wHEn dIETInG TURnS dEAdLYwhat parents can do when their child is suffering from an eating disorder

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DEPARTMENTS

21LOCAL BUZZOur guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Bergen County

28LOCAL FASHIONYour ultimate winter survival kit: hot cocoa, a good movie and the cozy clothing and accessories we feature here

30LOCAL JEWELRYThese exquisite accessories offer luxury with a side of enlightenment.

32SHOP LOCAL LEADERMeet James Corrado of Corrado’s Family Affair in Clifton, Fair field and Wayne.

34At HOmEYour bedroom is where you spend one-third of your life. Make sure it’s a healthy place.

70POWER FOODOnly in recent decades have Americans learned to enjoy the kiwifruit—and its amazing health benefits.

72tAStESFire up the brick oven for pizza made the Neapolitan way.

80FINANCIAL BALANCELearn how to maintain your budgetary well-being during troubled economic times.

82GAtHERINGSPhotos from recent charity and social events

84BEYOND BERGENExplore Piermont, N.Y., a quaint river town just 11 miles north of the George Washington Bridge.

88ESCAPESThe Emerson and Spa: a one-stop shop for luxurious R&R

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New Year, New You!We here at Bergen Health & Life are excited to bring you a new year full of stories that are insightful, motivating and helpful. This past year proved fruitful for our new team of editors. We brought a fresh new direction and design to the magazine and involved ourselves in the community by attend-ing hospital seminars; fundraisers; walks and runs; press events; trade, fashion and food shows; and store and restaurant open-ings. We also hosted a slew of marketing events ourselves—the biggest being our BergenFest party. It’s been great meeting and greeting many of you at these events, and we have many more planned for 2012—so come out and join us!

Our Ultimate Spa Guide (page 50) has grown this year, and we hope you take some time to read through it and visit some of the best spas (and medi-spas) throughout the county, whether you are looking for a quick respite during your lunch hour or a full spa day. Many spas offer Valentine’s Day specials, so now’s the perfect time to pamper yourself or someone you love.

There are many more wonderful things to take away from this issue, from learning how to make your bedroom healthy (page 34) to discovering some luxurious loungewear to cozy up in this winter (page 28). Did you know that February is National Eating Disorders Month? As many as 11 mill ion people in the U.S. are battling an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia, and our article reports on a revolutionary new treatment option (page 58).

Whether your wellness goal for the year is to eat better, exercise more or reduce stress (page 56), finally achieve financial balance (page 80) or take time for yourself and escape (see our ar ticle about the Emerson Resort & Spa on page 88), we think you’ll f ind this issue to be just the motivation you need.

Enjoy!

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Medical advisory boardMeet the experts we consult with to bring you the Most current health inforMation available.

Allergy & AsthmA frank J. picone, M.D. founder of two river allergy and asthma group and chief of the allergy/immunology Division at riverview Medical center

BAriAtric surgery karl stroM, M.D. Director of Mountainside hospital bariatric program and Director of bariatric surgery at Montclair surgical associates

BeAuty shari frieDManMedical esthetician at the peer group

BreAst surgery Dana holwitt, M.D., f.a.c.s. breast surgeon at Montclair breast center

cArdiology robert D. slaMa, M.D., f.a.c.c. chief of cardiology at summit Medical group

chiroprActic cAre Michael kirk, D.c. founder, performance health & chiropractic

dentistry Jay schuster, D.D.s. founder of Metro Dental associates

dermAtology alexanDer Doctoroff, D.o. president of the new Jersey Dermatological society and founder of Metropolitan Dermatology

Fitness spain, c.p.t., c.e.s.personal fitness trainer at the active center for health & wellness

geriAtrics l. Monica chavez, D.o. internist at holy name Medical center

integrAtive & complementAry medicine Julie taw, M.D. Medical Director of the center for integrative healing at englewood hospital and Medical center

neurology John J. halperin, M.D. Medical Director of the atlantic neuroscience institute and chair of the Department of neurosciences at overlook Medical center in summit

nutrition heiDi skolnik, M.s., c.D.n., f.a.c.s.M. president of nutrition conditioning

oBstetrics/gynecology & Women’s heAlth Matthew iaMMatteo, M.D. founder of Madison avenue ob/gyn; cinDy parnes, M.D., f.a.c.o.g., Director of women’s health, nJ women’s wellness center at Montvale health associates

occupAtionAl therApy karen z. kowalski, M.p.h., o.t.r. academic coordinator/instructor of the proposed occupational therapy assistant program, Department of psychiatric rehabilitation and counseling professions, uMDnJ

oncology DonalD Mccain, M.D., ph.D., f.a.c.s. vice chairman and chief, gastrointestinal oncology, and chief, surgical oncology, cutaneous Malignancy program, John theurer cancer center at hackensack university Medical center

optometry Michael veliky, o.D. Director of omni center eye services

orthopedics Mark a. hartzbanD, M.D. Medical Director and founder of hartzband center for hip & knee replacement and Director of the Joint replacement service at hackensack university Medical center

pediAtrics Michael laMacchia, M.D. chairman of pediatrics at st. Joseph’s children’s hospital, st. Joseph’s regional Medical center

plAstic And cosmetic surgery valerie J. ablaza, M.D., f.a.c.s.partner and corporate vice president of the plastic surgery group; farhaD rafizaDeh, M.D., f.a.c.s., chairman of plastic surgery at Morristown Memorial hospital and owner of better plastic surgery; isaac starker, M.D., f.a.c.s., plastic surgeon at the peer group and president of the new Jersey society of plastic surgeons

podiAtry richarD t. braver, D.p.M., f.a.c.f.a.s. owner of active foot & ankle care

psychology clifforD n. lazarus, ph.D. clinical Director of the lazarus institute

rAdiology/BreAst heAlth christopher l. petti, M.D. Medical Director of bergen imaging center

reproductive heAlth ali nasseri, M.D. Medical Director of the fertility center at the valley hospital and associate professor in obstetrics & gynecology at new york university school of Medicine

sports medicine Michael l. gross, M.D. Medical Director of the active center for health & wellness and orthopedic Director of sports Medicine at hackensack university Medical center; andrew s. levy, M.D., orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at the center for advanced sports Medicine, knee and shoulder

urology richarD lee, M.D. Director of robotic surgery at englewood hospital and physician at urologic specialties

Introducingour new advisers!

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The “Veo” scanner is especially important for:• Younger patients, who may be more

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While February may Feel like the dead of winter, in reality it is the start of spring. Despite the cold temperatures, the sun is moving closer to the earth, warming the soil and creating longer days. even snow on the ground is acting as a thermal blanket, allowing things to start happening underground. by the end of the month you will notice spring birds migrating back, and early spring bulbs in bloom.

February is an ideal time to get organized for everything that you want to have accomplished by the springtime. you can begin planning and developing a new outdoor living space, a game plan can be created for your flower gardens, and all of your maintenance programs can be arranged.

This is the time of year to get your planning and program done early, so you will be able to enjoy it once the warm weather arrives. landscaping companies always start planning ahead, so booking early is ideal. Talk to a landscape professional or landscape architect this season to help you plan for this coming season.

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GETAWAY GIVEAWAYIf our Escapes story on page 88 entices you to visit the Emerson Resort & Spa, find out how you can receive a free night’s stay!

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YOUR ECO-IDOLWho’s the most earth-minded local woman you know? Nominate her for our April/May feature “The Green Housewives of Bergen County.”

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THE SWEETEST THINGWhat’s the most romantic thing your loved one has done for you? Tell us about it for a chance to win a prize. Also, check our website frequently for new contests.

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MOTHER/DAUGHTER MAKEOVERIf Jeanne and Kate Martin’s transformation (page 39) inspires you, apply to be the next mother/daughter team for our makeover challenge.

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a fresh cup of coffee is easy to find in Ho-Ho-Kus thanks to Panificio boleo Artisan bakery and Café (201.444.0081, panificio bolea.com). It roasts its beans every two to five days—not months in advance, as do some big-brand coffee shops—to ensure a robust brew. and coffee is not the only fresh offering here.

owners robert and elina broniszewski of Fair Lawn pride themselves on finding fresh ingredients from local food artisans, but the bakery’s menu—of breads, pizzas and pastries—and its name are reflections of robert’s Italian roots. “my extended family’s name is boleo,” says robert. “I stayed with them in Italy, and they inspired me to cook.”

also drawing inspiration from across the pond is

bon Appetit (201.512.1144, bonappetitmahwah.com) in mahwah, a French bakery and café that doubles as a tearoom for high tea and private parties. The bakery menu includes crêpes, French toast, pear tarts and truffles. The four tea menus feature homemade scones, soup, tea sandwiches and, of course, tea.

gluten allergies and kosher or diabetic diets can make bakeries a sore spot for some, but with Sweet Sally’s (646.662.7192, sweetsallys.com) in Hawthorne, shoppers can breathe a sigh of relief. This kosher-certif ied shop offers specialty-diet selections such as sugar-free rasp-berry rugelach, gluten-free fudge brownies and coconut macaroons. also, gift tins are available to purchase in the store or online.

It’s no secret that flowers are one of the most popular gifts on Valen-tine’s day. Fortunately, bergen county boasts four long-established places to find a bouquet that will make your sweetheart smile:

Perry’s Florist and Gardens (888.737.7973, perrysflorist.net) in glen rock has been open since 1954 and is now in its fourth generation of Perry ownership. The shop offers bouquets and arrangements for every occasion with same-day delivery.

also in operation since the 1950s, the upscale beer’s Flower Shop in ridgewood (800.443.8777, beersflowers.com) will design just about anything you ask for all your occasions. In addition to traditional roses and flowers, beer’s offers custom gift baskets and silk or dry arrangements.

broderick’s Flowers in bergenfield (800.966.1773, brodericks.net) has been in business for 50 years. The shop prides itself on exceptional service. along with its wide selection of f lowers, broderick’s also provides custom arrangements.

established in 1959, Peters Flowers & Gifts (201.327.0672, petersflo.com) in ramsey is a family-owned and -operated shop. The store is home to a variety of floral arrangements, plants, gourmet food baskets and even tropical flowers.

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the ZUMBA eXPeriMentI love to dance and could definitely use more exercise, so I decided it was high time to try Zumba, the Latin-inspired dance “fitness party” that has become increasingly popu-lar worldwide since it was born in colombia in the late ’90s. Fitness professionals surveyed by the american college of Sports medicine recently put Zumba on the list of the top 10 pre-dicted fitness trends for the first time—it comes in at number nine for 2012.

Ethos in midland Park offers Zumba for only $10 per class for nonmembers, so I went there to see what this workout craze was all about. I found a spot in the back of the class as the instructor, amy Schmidt, started the fi rst routine. at fi rst I struggled to keep up with the super-fast merengue, salsa and fl amenco moves, but the steps were repeated enough that soon I was catch-ing on. The upbeat mix of Latin songs and radio hits really had me wanting to shake it!

That’s a big part of the appeal, says Schmidt, a group fi tness instructor who also teaches Zumba at Parisi in midland Park and Intoxx in Fair Lawn: “I think everybody just loves to dance. You can let loose and have fun, and the music moves you.” a one-hour Zumba class burns between 400 and 800 calories, depending on your size and intensity level. “It’s a great cardio workout, and you work every muscle—muscles you don’t even know you have,” says Schmidt. “Plus, you have fun while doing it, so you don’t even realize you’re exercising.”

I know I’m sold. Having to follow the routine kept me from focusing on the sweat that beaded up on my forehead. It was the most fun I’ve had working out in awhile, so I hope this fi tness fad has seri-ous staying power. —MArisA sAndOrA

It’s time again for Super bowl parties, and that means navigating a mine-field of finger foods, appetizers and other high-calorie treats. alternatively, consider serving your guests these tasty, health-conscious eats, all made in new Jersey:

Lentil Crackers from boonton-based mediterranean Snack Foods (mediterraneansnackfoods.com) are

gluten-free, high-protein and low-fat. They’re available in rosemary Herb,

Sea Salt and cracked Pepper and pair nicely with hummus or yogurt dip for

a low-calorie snack. Find them at Whole Foods Market (wholefoodsmarket.com).

Plantain Chips, made by grab ’em Snacks (grabemsnacks.com) in Hills-borough, are gluten-free and come in seven flavors including cinful cinnamon, chili garlicious and ragin’ cajun. Part of the banana family, plantains are high in protein and rich in fiber, making these a smart alternative to most other kinds of snack chips. You can order them on the company’s website.

Popcorn Chips: air-popped popcorn is already a fiber-rich and figure-friendly alternative for snackers, so a makeover may not seem necessary. but chip’ins, a new line of chips from the Popcorn, Indiana company (which, despite the name, is based in englewood), are a fun and flavorful popcorn variation. avail-able in four flavors—Sea Salt, Jalapeño ranch, White cheddar and Hot buffalo Wing—these chips can accompany finger sandwiches or a low-fat dip. Find them at Kings Supermarket (kingswebsite.com) and Walgreens (walgreens.com).

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From the seeds of some of our favorite plants and fruits—grapes, sunflowers, safflowers, açai, jojoba—come products that are healthy for the body and friendly to the environment, thanks to rebecca and benjamin gournay, owners of the Princeton-based company Seed (seedbodycare.com). “We found that seeds are intrinsically concen-trated with antioxidants and essential fatty acids that promote healthy skin,” says rebecca. New from the line this season:

body Cream, with a blend of shea butter and grape seed oil, which is remarkable for its nongreasy feel. (The grape seeds come from the residue of wine production, making them even more eco-friendly.)

Therapeutic Hand Scrub, a gentle treatment that sloughs off dead skin cells. It can be followed by the line’s Healthy Hand cream.

all products are 100 percent paraben-free and cruelty-free and are available fragrance-free or in “invigorating citrus” and “relaxing lavender” scents. Purchase them at Whole Foods markets or online.

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is already a fiber-rich and figure-friendly alternative for snackers, so a makeover may not seem necessary. but chip’ins, a new line of chips from the Popcorn, Indiana company (which, despite the name, is based in englewood), are a fun and flavorful popcorn variation. avail-able in four flavors—Sea Salt, Jalapeño ranch, White cheddar and Hot buffalo Wing—these chips can accompany finger sandwiches or a low-fat dip. Find them at Kings Supermarket (kingswebsite.com) and Walgreens (walgreens.com).

sunflowers, safflowers, açai, jojoba—come products that are healthy for the body and friendly to the environment, thanks to rebecca and

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CUTE FOREVER?You don’t really wish your little ones could always stay little. You just want to remember them perfectly. Now here’s your chance. Local photographer Lena Antaramian won second place in the “Siblings” category of the recent National Association of Professional Child Photographers’ international image competition with “Sisters” (above), which depicts her twin daughters on their first visit to the beach. “I watched my little girls walk away from me toward the ocean,” she says, “For a parent, it was a very bittersweet moment.”

Such touching family moments are what Antaramian, owner of Live Love Laugh Photos (917.647.6385, livelovelaughphotos.com) in Ridgewood, strives to capture. “I don’t believe in posing,” she says. “I l ike to take authentic, natural images that are timeless and different.” She describes her work—focusing on children, families and maternity—as “memories frozen in time.” “I take photos from the perspective of both an artist and a parent,” she says. “I try to capture images like those I’d want to have of my family.”

COUTURE COIFFUREHow would you like to transform your hair from brunette to blonde or from short to long in seconds? These styles are among more than 2,000 hairpieces lining the walls of Design by Flora (201.833.4060, designbyflora.com), a wig design studio based in Teaneck. Whether you’re experiencing hair loss or simply seeking a new look, owner Flora Shepelsky is on hand to help you select the best style from her inventory of varying colors, textures, lengths, sizes and styles.

Shepelsky became interested in wig design as a teenager when she apprenticed with a New York–based wig maker and realized she got satisfaction from helping women who were losing their hair—whether from chemo-therapy, hormones or genetics. First-time customers, she says, often come in scared and shaking, but they leave feeling more confident. “The most rewarding part of my work is helping women who suffer from pattern baldness,” says Shepelsky. “With a wig, nobody has to know. These women and I become very close because we share a secret. I have friends all over the world now.”

GOT THE COUNTY’S MODEL CHILD?Bergen Health & Life would like to see your best baby

or child photo. Send a picture you’ve taken of your child or children and tell us in 50 words or less what

“family” means to you. The winning entry, judged on photo quality and creativity, will receive a free sitting

with photographer Lena Antaramian. Enter by February 20at bergenhealthandlife.com/cutestbaby2012.

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COMFORT FOR THE GRIEVINGIf you’re coping with the loss of a close family member, the world can seem a lonely, isolating place. That’s why the Hearts & Crafts Counseling Center (201.818.9399, heartsandcraftscounseling.org), located on Main Street in downtown Ramsey, may be just what the doctor ordered.

Through group and individual counseling sessions, children and adults are given a platform to talk about their emotions. “At Hearts & Crafts, we cry and support each other,” says Joann Murphy, a Dumont resident whose husband passed away suddenly at the age of 39. “You get help in coping and talking about your grief.” For children, the facility’s art therapy workshops offer help in expressing emotions through crafts. “Using their hands to create something can help children explore their fears and worries,” says cofounder Laura Hudson, a board-certified art therapist. For example, she adds, kids can create an “ocean in a bottle” to learn that grief is like ocean waves: “No two are the same, and some are bigger than others.”

A FRESH START IS KEY“A purifier like our Clear Away Spray [$15] is an instant mood booster,” sug-gests aromatherapist Adora Winquist. “Spray it while stuck in traffic or after a bad date.” Available at Whole Foods or opusgaia.com.Foods or opusgaia.com.

BENEFICIAL FRAGRANCES Aromatherapy is the art and science of using essential oils—inhaled, applied topically or, less often, taken orally—as a form of complementary medicine. It has been used to promote mental and physical health since the days of ancient Egypt.

According to Indian Lake resident Adora Winquist—an aromatherapist and founder of the aromatherapy brand Opus Gaia (877.840.4242, opusgaia.com)—the sense of smell is directly linked to memory. “When we inhale a scent, it travels to the limbic system in the brain, which stores all of our memory and emotion,” says Winquist.

That is why she recommends consulting an aromatherapist to create a scent unique to you. “Aromatherapy is based on the individual,” says Winquist, whose company formulates individual scents. “Personalizing is the ideal way to maximize aromatherapy’s benefits.”

Each scent is said to have unique capabilities. For example, lavender is thought to be calming and induce a relaxation response for better sleep, while peppermint is considered a good digestive aid. Blood orange is said to be energizing and ylang-ylang is believed to have aphrodisiac qualities.

Winquist also suggests that shoppers steer clear of per fumed oils. “Essential oils are natural products derived from aromatic plants, but per fume oils are at least in part synthetically derived,” she says. “Though they may smell similar, per fume oils lack the holistic benefits of essential oils.”

GOOD SCENTSIn cold-and-fl u season, having hand sanitizer in your purse or pocket is more than handy; it’s a must. What’s not so convenient is the strong alcohol smell that may linger after you use it. That can be the effect of the 60 percent alcohol content that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says hand sanitizers must have in order to be effective. Fortunately, some brands are trying hard to improve hand sanitizers’ scents appeal while adhering to CDC standards. Bergen Health & Life performed a staff survey and found that our favorite was EO Hand Sanitizer Spray in organic peppermint, which uses essential oils. The peppermint was invigorating, and the spray left hands feeling soft. Find it at Whole Foods markets and at eoproducts.com.

This photo of cupcakes from our BergenFest Gatherings section was incorrectly labeled in our December/January issue. It should have been credited to Sweet Indulgences, a bakery in Dumont known for its artisanal cheescakes and cup-cakes. In fact, Sweet Indulgences (201.384.2253, sweetindulgencesnj.com) was just featured on the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars in January. Our apologies for the error.

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old-world feel. It reminds my dad of their first store in Paterson; it has a vintage look. Wayne is our shiny, built-from-the-bottom-up store. We took all our dreams and ideas and put them in Wayne. It has everything: brick oven, full kitchen for catering, facilities to dry-age prime meat, you name it. Clifton, of course, is our original full-fledged store.What accounts for your stores’ appeal?

The family. We don’t abide by corpo-rate structure, we don’t hide in the back room; we’re on the floor meeting and greeting our customers every day. We offer quality products and fair prices—and our customers know us. There are people who have been coming to us for 30 years—those who once brought their little kids now bring their grandkids. Who is involved in the business noW? My whole family. My grandfather had three sons. They are all in the business and so are their kids. We pride ourselves on the fact that there’s always a family member at any of the stores. And we all view ourselves as equals. hoW has your merchandise changed over

the years? We started out with mainly Ital-ian ethnic food, but as the neighborhood changed, so did we. There are a lot of different ethnic groups that frequent the store, and we stock our shelves accordingly.

SInCe ITS oPenIng In 1975, Corrado’s Family Affair has grown from one small grocery store in Clifton to a thriving three-unit chain. But it’s still all about family, as third-generation entrepreneur James Corrado explains.hoW did your business get started? In Paterson in the 1950s, my grandfather and his three sons began selling produce in a small open-air market. They were in Paterson until the ’70s, and then in 1975 opened the Clifton store called Corrado’s Family Affair. The store now stands where my grandfather used to play ball as a child. What is that store like today? In Clifton, besides Corrado’s Family Affair, there’s a winemaking and home brewing center, a pet market, a garden center, a gas station and a liquor store, all owned by the Corrado family. What made you decide to expand? As our family grew, it made sense to grow the business too. My generation grew up in Wayne, and as we looked to expand, it made sense to look there. Also, when we opened in Clifton, it was a very blue-collar Italian neighborhood. As Italians started to move to Wayne and Fairfield, they kept coming back to Corrado’s to shop. We had a built-in fan base in those areas. hoW are the three stores different?

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1 Buy smart. “green lifestyle” authority danny Seo, who has written numerous books on eco-friendly design, suggests bedding with nat-ural fibers such as Tencel (made from waste wood pulp) or modal (made from beech wood trees); both are free from harmful chemicals and have a silky feel. (You can find the danny Seo Home line of bedding at stores like marshalls and Homegoods.)

Seo also nixes petroleum-based synthetic “memory foam” pillows and mattresses, which can emit volatile organic compounds (Vocs)

that can cause headaches; irritation of the eyes, nose and throat; nausea and other problems. better bets: 100 percent natural latex or 100 percent organic cotton mattresses and pillows, and, if you’re not allergic, down pillows. (Find organic mat-tresses, pillows and bedding at White Lotus in Highland Park and down pillows at down to basics in red bank.)

2 Fight mites. “The number-one allergen in the bedroom is dust mites— microscopic creatures that are especially prevalent in

bedding and carpeting,” says Ziv Harish, m.d., an aller-gist in englewood, who notes that it is not the bugs we’re allergic to, but rather their airborne excrement. Fortun-ately, there’s an easy fix: Placing tightly woven encase-ment covers on your pillow, mattress and box spring will prevent the excrement from becoming airborne. Seo recommends purchasing dust mite covers that are 100 percent cotton, not PVc- or polyurethane-based. “You don’t want the kind that sounds crinkly,” he says. dr. Harish also recommends

aT a Long daY’S end, THere’S noTHing Like SLiPPing beTWeen cooLsheets in your own room to restore yourself, mind, body and spirit. but there are potential hazards to your health lurking in the space that claims one-third of your life, experts tell Bergen Health & Life. They offer these ways to make sure your bedroom is good for you:

pulling up carpets. if that’s not possible, he says, use a vacuum cleaner with a high-efficiency particu- late air (HePa) filter to clean your carpets, but leave the room for an hour afterwards because vacuuming will stir up the dust-mite excre-ment. because humidity promotes dust-mite replica-tion and mold growth, keep your room at a 35 percent to 45 percent humidity level with an air conditioner or dehumidif ier, such as the bucketless 55-Pint dehumidif ier at brookstone.

3 Keep things Fresh. Seo recommends changing pillowcases every couple of days and replacing pillows every two years. if you’re not ready to toss yours, stick it in the freezer overnight to kill the allergens.

4 go green. research shows that many plants can combat the “offgassing” of potentially harmful elements in the atmosphere that can’t be removed in other ways. Try one of these top 10 air scrubbers: areca, lady and bamboo palm; rubber; dracaena; english ivy; dwarf date palm; ficus alii; boston fern; peace lily.

5 Zap the gadgets.The jury is still out as to whether the electromagnetic fields that emanate from our cell phones and computers cause cancer, but with the national institute of environ-mental Health Science calling for more studies, why take the risk? if you must have elec- tronics in your room, move the charging station as far away from your bed as possible. and consider banning from the bedroom all blue-light-emitting devices (yes, that includes your TV). Studies show that the blue Leds can inhibit the production of the sleep hormone melatonin, disturbing your sleep cycle.

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make it dif ficult to fall asleep—and stay that way—for the restorative hours of shut-eye your body needs. A sound machine can block the noise and transport you to a more serene space, piping in soothing sounds like rain or rushing air.

9 LIGHT A CANDLE.This is a subtle one, but you can create instant serenity and do your mental health a

favor by filling the room with a candle’s cozy glow—when you’re awake, of course. “A flickering flame gives the room a soft energy,” says Bornstein. Candles made from 100 percent soy create a glow without the toxins, carcinogens or soot given off by paraffin.

10 SLEEP IN THE DARK. But when it’s time to catch your zzzs, the darker

your room is, the better. Just as LEDs can affect melatonin production, light sneaking in from outside can likewise disturb your sleep patterns. Light-blocking window treatments—roller shades, honeycomb shades and plantation shutters are best—can eliminate up to 99 percent of that pesky outdoor light so that a restful sleep is a reality, not just a dream. —PATTI VERBANAS

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Next, she says, create bal-ance by placing a nightstand with a lamp on each side of your bed. And when it comes to mirrors in the bedroom, the rule is “one or less,” she says, to “bring the energy down,” which relaxes you. Her sug-gested placement: opposite a window to draw nature in.

7 CHOOSE THE RIGHT HUES. The optimal hues for restful relaxation are ranges of blue (including purple and lavender) and mid-tone earthy colors (sage, beige, creams). “Avoid pastels because pastel ranges are expansive and not intimate,” advises Bornstein. “Likewise, stay away from high-energy colors such as bright yellows, reds and cobalt blue, which bring the room’s energy up—that’s what you don’t want.” Be mindful, too, of the type of paint you use. “The only way you can truly get a healthy paint is to look for ‘zero VOC,’” advises Seo. His pick: Valspar+, found at Lowe’s, which is the only paint that’s zero-VOC and certified by the Allergy and Asthma Foundation due to its resistance to mold growth.

8 NEUTRALIZE NOISE.If you live on a busy street, sounds from outdoors can

An organic cotton White Lotus Home mattress topper. LEFT: Vie Luxe’s Eco-Luxe candle blends soy wax and frangrance oils and is finished with a cotton wick.

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“It was very pleas-ant to work with both Jeanne and Kate. We gave them a high-pro-tein, low-carb diet to follow. We also gave them vitamin injections to speed up metabolism and boost energy. Jeanne is now the normal range for body-mass index, fat percent-age and weight. She’s motivated and is a bright, intel-ligent woman. She has changed the way she eats, paying attention to quality and quantity.”Medi-Weightless Clinics, Paramus, 201.884.1400, mediweightlossclinics.com

FITNESSSPAIN. “The time spent with Jeanne and Kate has been wonderful. Jeanne is an inspiration: She never gave up on anything that was presented to her, and her core strength, stabil-ity and balance have all improved. Kate provided amazing support for her mother, and her condition-ing improved tremendously too. These two women have wonderful attitudes and turned something they thought they’d dread into an activity they enjoyed and looked forward to weekly.” Active Center for Health & Wellness, Hackensack, 201.487.4600, activecenter forhealthandwellness.com

FASHIONSUE BAHNG “It was exciting to see the transformation and fi nally get to dress Jeanne and Kate for the big reveal!

The dress we selected for Kate skims the body but still shows her shape. It high-lights her sexy arms and shows her youthful side with a little sparkle. She felt great in it and knew right away it was ‘the one.’ Jeanne’s dress cinches her waist, and the long length makes her look tall and slim. It’s great to help each of them see herself as others do—as a beautiful new person. It’s always rewarding when women feel good about themselves and get excited about making their outside match their beauty within.” Ginger N’ Cream, Westwood, 201.664.2440

HAIR & MAKEUPELIZABETH

WOLFSON (HAIR).

“Kate and Jeanne were so much fun to work with. They were totally open to my suggestions. We cut four inches off Kate’s hair and lightened the color to give her a sun-kissed look. Jeanne didn’t have a lot of length, so we made the color darker and added high-lights to make it look fuller.” Salon Elisabeth,Midland Park, 201.445.0062, salonelisabeth.com.DANIELA MUSANO (MAKEUP).

“Jeanne is low-maintenance and doesn’t usually wear makeup, so I gave her simple tips that she could apply in her daily life. Kate likes to play with makeup, and when you’re a brunette, there are many options. I put kiwi-color liner on her lower eyelid, which brought out the color in her eyes. This was a great project to be a part of because they are such selfl ess people. It’s nice to give back to people who give so much to others.” Araya Rebirth, Ridgewood, 201.445.7005, araya-rebirth.com

MEET THE DREAM TEAMhow they did it:

FACEH. WILLIAM SONG, M.D.

“Jeanne and Kate lead very busy lives and had not been taking time to care for them-selves. This makeover gave them incentive and discipline to take charge. We gave Jeanne a resurfacing treat-ment with a Smartskin CO2 laser and lifted her cheeks with a filler called Radiesse. Kate underwent laser hair removal and cellulite reduc-tion using a SmoothShapes laser. The physical changes were striking, but the in-crease in self-confi dence and determination was even more impressive. We often find that when we treat people’s wrinkles, they are motivated to lose weight and start exercising. Small changes can help point someone in a whole new direction.” Omni Aesthetics, Oakland, 201.368.3800, omnihealthpro.com

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D.D.S. “Jeanne came into the practice about four times for dental work. She needed her front teeth straightened, which we accomplished with four porcelain veneers. Kate saw us seven or eight times for more extensive dental work. She had issues with her gums and her front teeth were decayed, so we per-formed a laser gum surgery and implanted six porcelain crowns. We also performed a cleaning on both Jeanne and Kate, and they both received a BriteSmile whiten-ing treatment, during which the teeth were exposed to a laser light for 45 minutes. It was fun and rewarding to see how they both looked at the end of the process.”River Edge Dental, River Edge, 201.343.4044, riveredgedental.com

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ADVISORY PANEL

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It’s an ongoing dilemma for most of us; it seems that no matter what our age, there’s never enough time to take care of ourselves while taking care of others. Well, we can’t all be chosen to be on an extreme makeover show, so Bergen Health & Life decided to treat readers to its own version of a lifestyle challenge—expressly for women.

Winners Jeanne and Kate Martin called their makeover experience a Cinderella story, but the three months weren’t without its challenges as each woman worked to balance and correct weight, beauty, and health issues. With the help of a select Advisory Panel, the mom-daughter team came out glowing and better able to care about their own unique needs so they can have the energy to guide others in need. Read more to fi nd out how you can gain access to the invaluable resources mom Jeanne and daughter Kate found along the way.

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Make HealtHy eating a Priority

Weight loss is a common goal among Women Who are just

beginning to pay attention to their own needs. Jeanne and Kate were no different, and that’s why the Medi-Weightloss Clinics program was tapped for the expertise of its staff.

The Medi-Weightloss Clinics’ three-phase, physician-supervised weight-loss program is designed by experts in medicine, nutrition, fitness, motivation, and education. Physicians and medical professionals prescribe a weight loss plan based on a patient’s goals, current condition, and medical history. On average, Medi-Weightloss Clinics’ patients lose seven pounds the first week and two to three pounds each week thereafter for the first month. Medi-Weightloss Clinics provides education and support while patients eat their own food, making it easier to reach and maintain goals for a lifetime.

Medi-Weightloss Clinics’ Signature Patient website is a comprehensive tool to help guide patients through the weight loss journey. It tracks progress, finds recipes, views fitness workouts and videos, and lets patients purchase products such as BBQ zippers and dark chocolate. Give Medi-Weightloss Clinics a call and find out how they kept Jeanne—after being a patient for only a short time—motivated enough to finally fit back into size 10 jeans.

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non-invasive Facial Procedures

jeanne and Kate Were already so beautiful, inside and out, that it was a challenge coming up with procedures to offer them for the makeover, says Dr. William Song, Omni Aesthetics’ specialist in aesthetic medicine who is also board-certified in internal medicine. Being so young, Dr. Song says that Kate needed only a little tweaking. “We decided on SmoothShapes® cellulite treatment, Laser Hair Removal, and Selphyl® to fill in the hollows under her eyes with her body’s own growth factors,” says Dr. Song. “Kate had remarkable results and was gracious enough to allow us to document the improvements with before and after photos.”

“Jeanne was open to having more aggressive treatments,” he adds. “We performed fractional laser resurfacing and tightening with our SmartSkin® laser and used Radiesse® injections to fill and lift up her cheeks. We finished off with the SmoothShapes® laser to reduce some extra fat below her chin. We were able to all do this without any surgery.” Dr. Song reports that since having her procedures, Jeanne continues to receive countless comments on how young she looks.

Dr. Song is looking forward to participating in next year’s contest when he can incorporate some of Omni Aesthetics’ newest treatments, such as Ulthera® and Smart Lipo®.

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to his patients as Dr. Marlen, and his River Edge Family Dental team, are proud to provide the highest quality dental care available in a state-of-the-art dental facility that the practice just moved to in November 2011. “Our dental treatment is primarily focused on prevention, however we are fully trained and capable of providing you with the best dental treatment and experience our patients deserve,” he says. Dr. Marlen and his team proudly provide a comprehensive dentistry that not only restores teeth but takes a look at the health of the mouth and its connection with the patient’s overall health.

In thinking back to the mother/daughter makeover in which Dr. Marlen participated, he wants to stress that cosmetic dentistry can make a big difference in someone’s life by completely transforming a patient’s smile. “From fixing a broken front tooth to a complete smile makeover, you would be surprised at how a great smile can make you more comfortable socially and professionally,” he says. Dr. Marlen is offering a complimentary cosmetic evaluation to Bergen Health & Life readers which include study models and photographs. Readers can also visit the River Edge Family Dental website, riveredgefamily.com, to learn about the office and its monthly specials.

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true Fitness FroM tHe inside out

both jeanne and Kate learned that fitness taKes WorK—

but the work can be joyful. Luckily, Dr. Michael Gross, medical director of The Active Center for Health & Wellness, and the facility’s top-notch fitness trainer, Spain, were on hand to introduce the women to the fun of exercise –and a bit of massage after each session helped ease muscle recovery. “It’s not the end, but just the beginning of lifetime of fitness for Jeanne and Kate,” says Dr. Gross. “They understand there’s no magic bullet to getting fit and that it’s a lifestyle change that integrates core strength, diet, and equally important for men and women, re-establishing hormonal balance with bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).”

Dr. Gross, author of the soon-to-be-published book, “Get Well Soon: The Doctor’s 8 Step Guide to Health and Wellness,” believes preventing injury is the key to prolonging youth. He says that since Kate is young, she was able to make quick progress with her core strength and balance, which will go a long way towards overall health—if she continues to be diligent about taking care of her own needs.

To help women—and men—keep their New Year resolutions, Dr. Gross invites readers in to meet the staff of The Active Center for Health & Wellness, to learn about their holistic anti-aging and preventative medicine, nutrition and diet coaching, personalized training, and mind-body programs. There’s no need to feel intimidated by the thought of achieving your fitness goals—from the inside out—at The Active Center for Health & Wellness.

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“WorKing With jeanne and Katie Was a

fantastic experience. They are grounded ladies who never would have done this for themselves because they are so busy helping others,” says Daniela Musano, owner of Araya Rebirth, who, along with hair artist Elizabeth Wolfson, styled the ladies to perfection. “Life can weigh us down, and it’s so easy to focus everywhere else but on ourselves.”

To help women—and men—pay more attention to themselves, Araya Rebirth has a myriad of services that fi t into any busy schedule. In 2012, Araya Rebirth will focus on self-esteem and self-preservation. Araya Rebirth uses effective products and award-winning services to deliver results. For example, the spa’s makeup artist can show women how to spruce up their makeup bags for any occasion. Consultations are always complimentary, and Araya Rebirth looks forward to a healthy and happy year full of love in 2012.

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Westwood, had the exciting task of putting the icing on the cake for Jeanne and Kate. “After months of changes, the duo saw themselves transformed into their new, beautiful selves,” says Sue Bahng, the store’s fashion guru who gave them an attainable new look with a wow factor. “They put on glamorous dresses and saw the results of all their hard work; they were beaming and so proud.”

This spring, Ginge r N’ Cream will usher in new colors, especially in denim. “After months of grey, black, neutrals, we will be seeing yummy ice cream sorbets translated into skinny jeans and shorts,” says Bahng, who says that pairing a colorful bottom with a neutral top will fl atter women of any age and body shape. In addition, the boutique will introduce the revamped Halston Heritage line—a revived line of the elegant, iconic styles of Halston’s beautiful and feminine dresses.

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Conveniently located off I-495, adjacent to the Lincoln Tunnel. On-site NY Waterway Ferry stop to NYC. Accessible by Hudson—Bergen light rail connectionsto North Bergen, Hoboken Path Station, 22nd Street in Bayonne & Jersey City. NJ Transit Buses that service Lincoln Harbor: #63X & 64H/N - Lakewood,

#67B - Toms River, # 156R & 158 - NY Port Authority. Visit njtransit.com for more bus information.Sheraton Lincoln Harbor Hotel: 201.617.5600

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The AcTive cenTer for heAlTh & WellnessMore and more these days, we hear about wellness and how focusing on good health in mind, body and spirit can help prevent disease. no local place embodies that concept better than The Active center for health & Wellness. its team includes doctors, dieticians, fitness trainers, acupuncturists, mas-sage therapists and wellness coaches, all striving to help clients make positive changes in their lives. i arrived at Active center for a massage, eager for stress

relief. The therapist had me choose an essential oil, and then she began my session, loosening my tight muscles and sending me into a blissful state of relax-ation. next up: acupuncture, which also also proved to be amazingly soothing and restful. The Active center therapists were so knowledgeable and helpful, i’m eager to return to try the nutritional coaching and the spa’s nonsurgical cosmetic treatments. Maybe i should just move in! —Marisa sandora

25 Prospect Ave., Hackensack, 201.487.4600,

activecenterforhealthandwellness.com

editor’s pick

after months of research, scouring the county and reaching out to our readers, we bring you this ultimate guide to the top spas in bergen county. we let ourselves be scrubbed, peeled, plucked, wrapped, rolled and rubbed, all in the name of discovering the best local places to find rejuvenation of the body and soul. then, still glowing in a state of blissful relaxation, we talked to massage experts, who explained how producing this package may have helped us reap significant health benefits. we recap it all here, along with listing the best spas in the area so you can join the pampering party just in time for valentine’s day.

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ArAyA rebirthAraya rebirth is known for its facials and makeup artistry, but i wanted to try a body treatment, one of its new sig-nature offerings. Perfect for the drying effects of cold winter weather, the body treatment is a 50-minute, full-body wrap in a hydrating shea butter cream, with several aromatherapy scents to choose from—i went with tea tree. i started the treatment lying on a warm massage table covered with warming foil. the therapist gently exfoliated my body from head to toe with a natural

bristle dry brush, then—using Swedish techniques—massaged the cream on. Next, she wrapped me in the foil and numerous blankets. i must have looked like a chrysalis. She then gave me a deep scalp, face and foot massage, and i was left to relax for 10 minutes while my body heated up and my skin soaked in the cream. When she peeled away the layers and uncovered me, i felt like a beautiful butterfly—my skin was soft and glowing. —Jennifer Vreeland

Araya Rebirth, 10 Garber Sq., Ridgewood,

201.445.7005, araya-rebirth.com

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ElizabEth RochE M.D. MED Spahere guests enjoy the medical exper-tise and clinical quality of a doctor’s office combined with the soothing, relaxing atmo-sphere of an elegant day spa. the waiting room offers a chic, calming aesthetic with fresh plants, clear glass accents and mod-ern décor. in the back are the treatment rooms, where guests undergo discreet nonsurgical cosmetic procedures, from peels to laser resurfacing to facial fillers.

i opted for the spa’s most popular ser-vice, the Dermapeel, a mild, three-step chemical peel that helps reduce fine lines

and wrinkles and lighten scarring. the esthetician, Valeri, carefully analyzed my skin before exfoliating my face and applying a combination of acids, which gently remove dead skin cells and oil buildup and stimulate collagen production. the final step is cryogenic therapy, which involves using cooled carbon dioxide to seal the pores. afterward, i noticed immediate effects on my skin texture and tone, which only got better as the days progressed. —Liz Don-

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Elizabeth Roche M.D. Med Spa, 577 Chestnut

Ridge Rd., Woodcliff Lake, 201.505.1020,

agElESS bEauty Spa300 Sylvan ave. Englewood clif fs201.906.5678

agelessbeautyspa.com

@EaSE Spa142 broadwayhillsdale, 201.722.8848

ateasespa.com

bEau MonDE Salon & Spa282 grand ave.Englewood, 201.568.6898

salonbeaumonde.net

thE botanical Day Spa302 broadwayhillsdale, 201.666.4300

bRc Day Spa & Sauna RESoRt24–20 broadwayFair lawn, 201.797.3002

brcsaunaspa.com

cgi holiStic FitnESS cEntER111 homans ave.closter, 201.784.5575

cgifitness.com

chRiStinE ValMy Salon & Day Spa 335 Johnson ave. River Edge, 201.488.3335

cvdayspa.com

claSSiquE Day Spa34 East prospect St., Waldwick, 201.251.2200

classiquedayspa.com

DE bEauté gRanD Salon & Day Spa103 chestnut Ridge Rd. Montvale, 201.802.9777

debeautedayspa.com

EDaMaME Spa, DEStination MatERnity65 East Route 4paramus, 201.843.7013

destinationmaternity.com

EthoS FitnESS Spa85 godwin ave.Midland park, 201.251.4500

ethosfitness.com

thE gyM20 nordhoff pl.Englewood, 201.567.93942 chestnut Ridge Rd. Montvale, 201.802.9399

gettothegym.com

KaRMa oRganic Spa 32 Wilsey Sq. Ridgewood, 201.857.5300

karmaorganicspa.com

Koi Spa42 the promenade Edgewater, 201.943.6700

koispa.com

hanD anD StonE494 Kinderkamack Rd. Emerson, 201.483.9530

handandstone.com

hEalthy Waymultiple locations

healthywaymassage.com

hiRo’S Day Spa45 Franklin aveRidgewood, 201.445.1911 luSh Day Spa7 East Main St.Ramsey, 201.327.7615

lushdayspa.com

MaSSagE EnVyMultiple locations

massageenvy.com

MEzzaluna Day Spa333 broadwayWestwood, 201.666.6632

mezzalunadayspa.com

naMaStE oRganic Spa30 Franklin ave.Ridgewood, 201.857.3646

namasteridgewood.com

paMpER & poliSh Day Spa116 broadwayWoodcliff lake, 201.782.0277

pamperandpolishdayspa.com

panico Salon anD Spa393 Kinderkamack Rd.oradell, 201.265.1765

panico.com

paRiSian bEauty acaDEMy/ paul MitchEll paRtnER School21 passaic St.hackensack, 201.487.2203, ext. 119

parisianbeautyacademy.com

paSSionE Di aRtE11 hillside ave.tenafly, 201.266.6872

passionediarte.net

RiDgEWooD EuRopEan Day Spa44 Franklin ave., Ridgewood, 201.447.1600

ridgewoodspa.com

SEREnity SKin caRE anD boDy WEllnESS 303 W. palisade ave., Englewood, 201.816.3050

serenityskincare.com

SiMply FacE & boDy39 interstate Shopping center, Ramsey 201.236.2550

simplyfaceandbody.com

SKinplicity386 Franklin ave.Wyckoff, 201.847.7727

skinplicityllc.com

SolE REViVal REFlExology Spa790 Kinderkamack Rd. River Edge, 201.261.0003

sole-revival.net

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the fountain spaif there is one spa in Bergen County that offers what is closest to a resort-style experience, it is the fountain spa with locations in Ramsey and hackensack. the sheer scale of this spa sweeps you away to another place beyond the bustle of Bergen and your everyday stress-ors—and its calming décor, soothing music and aromatherapy scents waft-ing through the air certainly help. nearly every style massage, facial and wrap is available here, plus unique offerings such as private whirlpools for two, flotation

beds and anti-cellulite treatments. the fountain spa also includes a full-service medi-spa and a hair and makeup salon, and it offers spa cuisine, so you can enjoy a healthy lunch while you’re there. i highly recommend a couples massage or facial—it’s wonderful sharing a day at the spa with a girlfriend or partner, plus you won’t feel guilty about leaving your loved one behind as you slink off to be pampered. —Jennifer Vreeland

Route 17 North at Franklin Tpk., Ramsey;

The Shops at Riverside, Route 4, Hackensack;

201.327.5155; fountaindayspa.com

the spa at Glenpointe200 frank W. Burr Blvd. teaneck, 201.836.5400

thespaatglenpointe.com

spa noRdstRom CliniC501 Garden state plaza, paramus, 201.843.1122

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tamBouRine skin CaRe126 engle st., englewood 201.567.3005

tambourineskincare.com

ZenZaspa & massaGe Boutique 10 Grand ave.englewood, 201.227.8070

zenzaspa.com

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Le Grand SaLon & Spaat Le Grand, you get the best of both worlds—a bustling salon upstairs, offering the latest in hair care and nail services, and a quiet spa downstairs, where you can de-stress in peace. The salon has been open since 1995 pro-viding cuts, color, nail care, makeup application and hair removal, but in 2010 Le Grand took over the first floor, completely renovating the space with beautiful results. In a small waiting area decorated in soft beiges, I enjoyed soothing music, muffins and apple cider

before being taken to a treatment room for my blissful hour-long massage. Facials, body polishes and masques are also available. The spa feels inti-mate and the service here is friendly and personal—I didn’t feel like I was just a number being shuffled through as in some busier spas. other pluses? ample parking and reasonable prices (the 60-minute massage is $75, and the Le Grand Signature Facial featuring ave-da products is $80). —Marisa sandora

Le Grand Salon & Spa, 302 Broadway, Hillsdale,

201.664.9400, legrandsalonandspa.com

Beaura Spa122 e. ridgewood ave.paramus, 201.967.1756

parkercenterspa.net

The BeauTy Spa enGLewood363 Grand ave.englewood, 201.567.6020

thebeautyspa.com

Beyond day Spa 20 prospect ave.hackensack, 201.996.4500

humc.com/beyond

edGewaTer CoSmeTIC CenTer & medICaL Spa115 river rd.edgewater, 201.313.8899

edgewatermedspa.com

eThoS Spa125 n. dean St., englewood

myethosspa.com

md aeSTheTICS medI Spa and LaSer CenTer10 Fairview ave.westwood, 201.358.2922

mymdaesthetics.com

The medICaL Spa aT BreSLow CenTer For pLaSTIC SurGery1 w. ridgewood ave., Suite 110, paramus, 201.444.9522

breslowmd.com/medical-spa-paramus

poBer, md medI Spa aT panICo SaLon & Spa144 e. ridgewood ave.ridgewood, 201.652.4515

panico.com

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spa dewLooking for an out-of-body experience? I found it at spa dew in Fort Lee. Upon entering this unassuming corporate build-ing, I immediately noticed a sense of calm and positive, balanced energy. The space features Zen-like décor, and the air is filled with the soothing aromas of primrose, mint and lavender. I met with the owner, Jina seo, who treated me to her signa-ture ‘Morning dew’ package (100 minutes, $140). after removing all my clothing and donning a paper bikini, I was asked to shower and then relax for about 10

minutes in the steam room. Next, the therapist, May, vigorously scrubbed my entire body from back to front with special exfoliating gloves, then followed the treat-ment with a pumpkin scrub and a massage with essential oils. Now, I have two new loves: the Korean massage technique—a combination of swedish, shiatsu and Thai—and the Morning dew treatment, which left me feeling completely and utterly relaxed with radiant, silky-soft skin from scalp to toe. —Jennifer Vreeland

Spa Dew, 2025 Lemoine Ave., 4th Floor, Fort Lee,

201.461.0949, spa-dew.com

we oFTeN ThINK oF Massage as an occasional indulgence—a way to “treat” ourselves after a particularly stressful week or month. But that time spent on personal pampering is also doing the body good: scientific evidence points to tangible health benefits resulting from regular massage, includ-ing better digestion, better circulation, faster healing times and relief from pain. In fact, some hospitals have begun offer-ing therapeutic massage therapy. here, experts answer some common ques-tions relating to stress and massage:

What effect does stress have on the body? when we are feeling stressed, the body activates its sympa-thetic nervous system, explains patty diZenzo, a certified massage therapist at the active Center for health & wellness in hackensack. The body prepares itself to either battle a threat or flee for safety by releasing special hormones, including cortisol and norepinephrine. “when the body believes it’s in danger, our hearts work harder, respiration is quickened, our muscles are tight, we no longer can digest our food, our immune system is slowed down and we have no bodily reserves,” diZenzo adds. If we

were actually fighting or fleeing, this reaction would be beneficial, as we’d be using this excess energy for self-protec-tive action. “since we’re not, it actually has an adverse effect,” says diZenzo.

What are “toxins”? when the body is healthy and relaxed, it’s able to purge itself of hormones naturally through the bloodstream once it realizes that the threat has subsided. But when stress is continual, the muscles stay taut, which prevents fresh blood from flowing into them and pushing out the old blood. The hormones are then stored in the fat cells, where they become toxins. also, when we become tired from stress, exercise or lack of sleep, the body creates another toxin—lactic acid. “Lactic acid is a waste product of our muscles, like exhaust in a car,” explains John Marco, founder and Coo of hand and stone Massage and Facial spa, a national company headquartered in hamilton with a location in emerson. when the body is consistently producing lactic acid without releasing it, it creates a buildup, which leads to an achy feeling.

How can massage help? “Massage detoxifies the body,” says diZenzo. “It flushes lactic acid and metabolic waste out of the system by wringing out the

muscles so that rich, oxygenated blood can get in.” Your therapist will likely advise you to drink water after your mas-sage. This is because when those toxins are released, they enter the bloodstream and need to pass through the liver and the kidneys to leave the body.

Massage also activates the parasym-pathetic nervous system—the opposite of the sympathetic nervous system—which lets the body “rest and digest.” “when this occurs, we begin to release endor-phins, the ‘feel good,’ pain-relieving natural opiates,” says diZenzo. “Basically, you’ve just told your body, ‘all is well, I’m safe and life is good.’ It communicates back with a positive biological process: slowing your heart rate, expanding your breath, relax-ing your muscles, increasing your appetite and rebuilding its reserves.” Now relaxed, the body allows itself to heal and recharge, resulting in that tranquil, blissful state we experience after a relaxing massage.

“when we connect massage to healthy lifestyle, it’s a proven modality backed by hospitals,” says Marco. “we wish we could put the entire country on a once-a-month massage program.” and with Valentine’s day specials in many salons, now is the perfect time to start. —liz donoVan

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Quick: What’s your Wellness goal this year? Whether it’s finally dropping those 10 pounds, hitting the hay an hour earlier or something else, we’re here to tell you you can do it! Follow these strategies for making a lifestyle change stick, and you’ll be on your way to a healthier, happier you:

Be speciFic. it’s not enough to tell yourself, “i’m going to walk more,” says Megan Moeller, a health coach and manager of the university of iowa’s wellness program, which features a popular online program that allows employees to track their goals and reward themselves when they meet them. you need to have a plan, such as “i’m going to walk for 30 minutes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday this week.”

Make sure your goal is MeasuraBle. instead of setting a goal of drinking “more” water, decide how much you’ll imbibe—maybe two additional 8-ounce glasses every day.

get organized. record your goal in a journal and con-sider downloading a log from a website such as sparkpeople.com or mypyramidtracker.gov. or try a mobile app, such as Weight Watchers or couch to 5k. “you need to be able to track your progress,” says Moeller.

Focus on your actions. if you want to lose weight, think about how you’ll accomplish that as well as the number of pounds you want to drop. so you might decide, “i’m going to pack one fruit and one vegetable in my lunch every day this week.”

Be realistic. “Many people set unrealistic goals for themselves, and it sets them up for a vicious cycle of disap-pointment,” says Michael kelly, M.d., chair of the department of orthopedics at hackensack university Medical center. “Work with an expert, like a nutritionist or trainer, to come up with an achievable objective.”

also, create short-term targets for yourself. “they will make your long-term goals more realistic,” says Moeller. “success breeds success.” so, for example, if you’ve chosen to quit smoking, you might decide, “one week from now, i will limit my smoking to three cigarettes per day.” “that may be more attainable than quitting cold turkey,” says Moeller.

think positive. instead of obsessing about how you believe you’ve fallen short (you only made it to the gym twice this week, for instance), “focus on what went well,” says Moeller. “two days of working out are better than nothing.”

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Research shows that the more you believe in your ability to accomplish a goal, the better your chances of actually doing it.

RewaRd small wins. if you’ve stuck to your exercise goal after a month or so, reward your-self—perhaps with a pedicure or something else you enjoy. “it helps you to recognize your progress,” says moeller. in the long term, though, an even better idea is to identify the intrinsic rewards you gain by stick-ing with your resolve, such as “i had more energy” or “i slept better.” “an intrinsic reward allows you to see how your behavior is leading to changes in your body,” she says.

set a deadline foR youRself. “if you don’t create a time frame for meeting your goal, you’ll always be waiting for the magic moment,” says moeller.

Go public. any time you announce your goal to others—whether it’s telling a family member or friend in person or posting it on facebook—your account-ability becomes greater. “we don’t like to disappoint others,” notes moeller.

buddy up. “if you told a friend you’d meet her for a walk at 6 a.m., you’re less likely to go back to sleep,” says dr. Kelly. “i trained for a triathlon with my daughter recently, and it was cool to cross the finish line with her.”

identify youR challenGes. write down the obstacles you know you’ll face, then decide how to deal with them, advises moeller. for instance, if you’ve been exercising outdoors and winter is approaching, you’ll probably need to move your workouts indoors. or if you’re trying to lose weight and will be attending a holiday party, plan how you’ll avoid overeating. you might bring your own “safety” food that you know you can eat; or you may decide to enjoy the foods you love but consume smaller por-tions. “if you plan how to respond to a situation in advance, you’ll probably make a better decision than you would in the moment,” says moeller.

steeR cleaR of temptation. “you may have to distance yourself from locations or peo-ple who encourage the behavior you’re trying to change,” says moeller. if you’re trying to quit smok-ing, for instance, avoid the smoking area during your coffee break.

consideR maKinG anotheR positive chanGe. Research shows that when you’re making a change, it’s usually a good time to make another one too. “if you’re motivated, you might as well strike while the iron is hot,” moeller says. in fact, some goals go hand-in-hand. for instance, if you’re quitting smoking, consider starting an exercise program. exercise becomes easier when you kick the habit, and it can help relieve stress—and use that extra energy and lung capacity.

don’t Give up. even if you’ve tried and failed to meet your goal before, it doesn’t mean you can’t triumph this time. says moeller: “you’re better pre-pared to make the change now.”

“to be present in and savor this moment now and not be distracted by the past or the future”—Cheryl Worzala-GroGin, 48, Franklin lakes

“to do 100 hours of volunteer trail maintenance with the Jersey off road bicycle association (Jorba) and the campmor mountain bike team” —Mike zusMan, 31, Midland Park

“to cook fresh food for dinner more often and incorporate more fruits and veggies into our whole family’s diet”—rooPa saGGar, 36, ridGeWood

“to take my workouts a step further and start personal training one day a week to fine-tune my effort and work in elements that i may overlook during my normal routine. and i want to break 20 minutes in a 5k.”—darren MaGarro, 34, Franklin lakes

“to lose at least 25 pounds with diet and exercise. i plan to reJoin the gym and work out at least three times a week, eat healthy and cut out carbohydrates.”—annie esPosito, 44, Montvale

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deadlyFamily-based therapy

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eating disordersBy LesLie Garisto Pfaff

iscovering that your child has an eating disorder is like falling down the rabbit hole into a disorienting netherworld where the usual rules have been turned on their head. how is it possible that the young person you nur-tured and nourished is suddenly refusing nourishment—or frantically overindulging?

susan Maccia’s rabbit-hole journey began at a family party in her verona home in 2005. her 13-year-old daughter, christine, had just returned from camp, where she’d lost a considerable amount of weight. after eating dessert, Maccia says, her daughter seemed “agitated” and left the dinner table for her bedroom. When Maccia looked in on her to see what was up, she found christine on the floor, frantically doing crunches and sobbing.

it was the first inkling the family had that christine was suffering from an eat-ing disorder. after receiving an official diagnosis from a therapist and spending several weeks searching for appropriate treatment, the Maccias were able to check her into the eating disorders unit at

a nearby hospital, where, over the next few months, she was discharged and readmitted twice. it was clear that christine wasn’t responding to treatment, and her mother was feeling increasingly desperate. “she was failing fast,” Maccia says, “and during her third hospital- ization they basically said she had to go into a residential facility because she was in the grip of the eating disorder and didn’t have the strength to fight it at the time, mentally or physically.”

Because there were no residential facilities in new Jersey, Maccia enrolled her daughter in an eating disorders center in utah that could take her immediately. after 13 months in treatment, christine returned home. she had regained much of the weight that she’d lost; she was eating again; and, thanks to intensive therapy, she was feeling better about her weight and herself. But last september, at the start of her freshman year at the university of north carolina, christine relapsed. her parents pulled her out of school and she was readmitted

to the rehab center. today she’s living at home, attending college at Montclair state university and hoping to return to north carolina in the near future.

as Maccia learned firsthand, eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia are among the most intractable of illnesses. until recently, the best therapies showed only a 20 percent success rate after a year of treatment. and among mental illnesses, eating disorders are by far the most deadly, with a fatality rate of 10 percent per decade (which means that for each decade that a person suffers with the disease, her chance of dying is 10 percent). “there have been fantastic individual successes,” notes thomas insell, M.D., director of the national institute of Mental health, “but overall, it’s been a very difficult illness to treat.”

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(usually in partnership with a trained therapist)—are showing one-year suc-cess rates of 50 percent. When you compare that with the 20 percent rate for other treatments, says Dr. Insell, “it’s an important differential.”

It’s certainly important to patients and their families. Katharine L. Loeb, Ph.D., associate professor of psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Tea- neck and director of research at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine’s Eating and Weight Disorders Program, has studied the Maudsley method—the model for most family-based therapies—and says it “allows us to avoid having a child’s schooling and social life significantly disrupted. And while parents initially worry that their lack of objec- tivity will be a disadvantage, they soon realize that no one is more dedicated to their child’s outcome than they are.”

What about siblings? An eating disorder disrupts family life in countless ways, and it may make brothers and sisters feel both marginalized (“All anyone cares about is her”) and burdened by the illness. Family-based therapy ses-sions let siblings voice their grievances, understand what’s going on, and—most important—learn that they’re not to blame or responsible for making things better. Another significant benefit: Family-based therapy costs considerably less than an inpatient program.

NoT AN EASy FIxDespite its benefits and success rates, family-based therapy does have draw-backs that may be prohibitive for some families. If both parents work, for example, one of them may have to take family or medical leave, or they may have to bring in a relative to cover for them during working hours. The job of getting an adolescent with anorexia to eat can be daunting—and disruptive—especially in the first phase of treatment, and not all families are willing, or able, to take it on. In addition, notes Dr. Loeb, “inpatient programs are often necessary if there’s medical instability”—if the eating disorder has resulted in severe dehydra-tion or low heart rate, for instance.

The good news is that if you do send your child to an inpatient program, you can apply the principles of family-based therapy to his or her transition to home life and independent eating once the child is discharged. And an increasing

number of individual therapists are incor-porating family-based methods into their treatment approaches.

ThE PArENTS’ jobIn most family-based therapies there are three phases of treatment, and parents play an important role in all three. In the first, which usually lasts one to two months, parents are expected to assume complete control of their child’s eating behavior, and the entire family—siblings included—meets with a therapist, gener-ally once a week. The therapist focuses on the dangers of severe malnutrition, assesses the family’s typical interaction pattern and eating habits, and, at a family meal, assists parents in encouraging their child to eat a little more than he or

she was prepared to. The therapist trains parents to express sympathy and under-standing about their child’s ambivalence while at the same time being verbally persistent in their expectation that starvation is not an option. “What par-ents do isn’t punitive,” says Loeb. “It’s simply being very clear that, while their child may have many choices in the world, being ill isn’t one of them.”

In the second phase, control of eating is gradually transferred back to the adolescent, and therapy focuses on the patient’s progress. When the trans-fer is complete, phase three begins; therapy at this point may be less about the eating disorder than about typical developmental issues like curfews and friendships. Even in phase three, it’s unlikely that the child will be making all food-related decisions on his or her own; as in other families, parents will still call at least some of the shots.

WhAT AboUT MEDIcATIoN?If your child is suffering from anxiety and/or depression—conditions that often go hand in hand with an eating disorder—prescription antidepressants can help. Antidepressants may also help control the symptoms of bulimia and binge eating disorder, especially when used in con-junction with other therapies. Anorexia, however, remains mostly resistant to medication. “At one point there was a lot of interest in some of the atypical second-generation anti-psychotics,” notes Dr. Insell, “because they have weight gain as a major side effect. but the results were pretty disappointing, mainly because nobody wanted to take them.”

EArLy DETEcTIoNWhatever the therapy, experts agree that the earlier an eating disorder is dis-covered and treated, the easier it is to manage. “We know that if people are identified and receive treatment early in the disorder, the chances of its becoming a severe chronic illness are significantly decreased,” says therapist Lara Gregorio, program manager at the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). In fact, NEDA is introducing legislation in several states to have eating disor-ders added to the list of required school health screenings, along with tests for vision, hearing, scoliosis and so on.

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Anorexia nervosa involves an obsession about food and weight and, generally, the desire to lose weight by any means possible, including starvation and/or excessive exercise.

Bulimia nervosa is characterized by bingeing—eating large amounts of food—fol-lowed by purging—an attempt to quickly get rid of the extra calories through forced vomiting or extreme exercise.

Binge eating disorder is similar to bulimia in that it involves bingeing—extreme overeating—but it doesn’t involve purging.

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Why an EatIng DISorDEr?Most parents can’t help asking what caused the problem, and not long ago, an easy answer might have been “you.” Like autism and schizophrenia before them, anorexia and other eating disorders were once considered the result of a dysfunctional family environment. now, an increasing number of researchers believe that biology—in the form of hor-mones, perhaps—and genetics (eating disorders tend to run in families, along with other conditions like anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder) both contribute too.

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But Dr. Loeb is quick to point out that it’s not all about culture: “there’s more going on in the body that puts this small subset of young people at risk for this very terrible illness,” she says. In fact, one of the salient features of family- based therapy is that it doesn’t concentrate on the “why” of eating disorders but on the all-important “how”: how to empower families to come together and save the life of the child they cherish.

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bergenFIeLd CHaPaLa GrILL Family-friendly mexican restaurant, 52 S. Washington ave., 201.387.2107

TOMMy fOX’S PubLIC HOuSe classic american pub fare, 32 S. Washington ave., 201.384.0900

carLSTadT STeVe’S SIZZLING STeaKS Traditional american steak house featuring seafood, 620 route 17 South, 201.438.9677

TINa LOuISe asian fare, bYo, 403 Hackensack St., 201.933.7133

cLIFFSIde ParK TOM yuM KOONG authentic Thai cuisine, 644 anderson ave., 201.941.2290

VILLa aMaLfI Fine Italian fare, 793 Palisade ave., 201.886.8626

cLoSTer PauLIe’S Italian/american family-style dining, 171 Schraalenburgh rd., 201.767.1242

Sear HOuSe Upscale steakhouse with seafood options, 171 Schraalenburgh rd., 201.767.1242

creSSKILLGrIffIN’S bar & eaTery american fare, 44 e. madison ave., 201.541.7575

SaMDaN middle eastern fine dining, 178 Piermont rd., 201.816.7343

uMeya Japanese cuisine, 156 Piermont rd., 201.816.0511

dUmonT CubaN eDDIe’S classic cuban fare, 130 W. Shore ave., 201.338.2382

IL MuLINO northern Italian cuisine featuring seafood, 132 Veterans Plz., 201.384.7767

eaST rUTHerFord ParK aND OrCHarD reSTauraNT International/eclectic dishes, 240 Hackensack St., 201.939.9292

TaO’S WOK aND reSTauraNT asian fusion and seafood, 356 Paterson ave., 201.460.8988

edgeWaTer La VeCCHIa NaPOLI Traditional southern Italian cuisine, 2 Hilliard ave., 201.941.6799

THe MaGIC POT Fondue and crêpe dishes, 934 river rd., 201.969.8005

rebeCCa’S caribbean cuisine, 236 old river rd., 201.943.8808

THe rIVer PaLM TerraCe classic american steak house and seafood restaurant, 1416 river rd., 201.224.2013

rOberTO’S II gourmet Italian dining, 936 river rd., 201.224.2524

Su reSTauraNT Vegetarian fare with asian influ-ences, 725 river rd., 201.840.7988

eLmWood ParK rOyaL WarSaW Polish cuisine, 871 river dr., 201.794.9277

TrOVaTO’S ITaLIaN reSTauraNT Italian cuisine, 206 route 46 east, 201.797.7552

emerSon GreGOry T’S Traditional pub fare in a laid-back environment, 214 Kinderkamack rd., 201.262.5003

rOSa’S reSTauraNT & PIZZerIa casual Italian cuisine and pizza, 207 Kinderkamack rd., 201.265.8111

engLeWood bLue MOON MeXICaN Cafe Traditional mexican dishes, 23 e. Palisade ave., 201.541.0600

THe KITCHeN american food with a 1930s ambi-ence, 21 e. Palisade ave., 201.568.4570

LeVaNT GrILLe authentic mediterranean cuisine, 34 e. Palisade ave., 201.503.1200

PINXO y TaPaS elegant Spanish tapas restaurant, 47 n. dean St., 201.569.9999

engLeWood cLIFFS aSSeMbLy STeaK HOuSe & SeafOOD GrILL classic american steak house, 495 Sylvan ave., 201.568.2616

GrISSINI TraTTOrIa elegant Italian cuisine, 484 Sylvan ave., 201.568.3535

FaIr LaWnGOTHaM CITy DINer american favorites, 39-10 broadway, 201.398.9700

OCeaNOS mediterranean food with raw bar, 2-27 Saddle river rd., 201.796.0546

FaIrVIeW DON QuIJOTe Spanish cuisine, 344 bergen blvd., 201.943.3133

ZeN ZeN barbeCue Korean barbecue, 356 bergen blvd., 201.840.1820

ForT Lee arMaNDO’S Fine traditional Italian cuisine, 144 main St., 201.461.4220

DONG baNG Korean barbecue, 1616 Palisade ave., 201.242.4485

PrIMe & beyOND Upscale american steak house, 501 main St., 201.461.0033

FranKLIn LaKeSDuTCH HOuSe TaVerN Historical tavern featuring american cuisine, 24-07 Fair Lawn ave., 201.796.5343

CHef’S TabLe French eatery, 754 Franklin ave., 201.891.6644

SuSHI COCOrO authentic Japanese cuisine with a sushi bar, 856 Franklin ave., 201.560.1333

gLen rocK GLeN rOCK INN Sports bar with Italian-influenced menu, 222 rock rd., 800.400.2362

rOCCa classic Italian and innovative seasonal fare, 203 rock rd., 201.670.4945

HacKenSacK LOTuS Cafe cozy, authentic chinese restaurant, bYo, 450 Hackensack ave., 201.488.7070

WHITe MaNNa Lively burger joint, 358 river St., 201.342.0914

HarrIngTon ParK DINO’S reSTauraNT contemporary Italian cuisine, 12 Tappan rd., 201.767.4245

HaSbroUcK HeIgHTS IVy INN american and continental fare served in a romantic setting, 268 Terrace ave., 201.393.7699

MT. fuJI STeaKHOuSe elegant Japanese fare and hibachi grill, 193 route 17 South, 201.288.2800

HaWorTH aLeSSaNDrO’S TraTTOrIa e PIZZerIa casual Italian cuisine, 157 Terrace St., 201.385.8544

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HILLSdaLe beLLa CaMPaNIa casual, traditional Italian fare featuring homemade mozzarella cheese, 456 broadway, 201.666.7700

GOLDeN DyNaSTy Upscale, traditional chinese cuisine, 295 Kinderkamack rd., 201.358.8685

Ho-Ho-KUS HO-HO-KuS INN & TaVerN new american farm-to-table fare, 1 e. Franklin Tpk., 201.445.4115

JaNICe a bISTrO Home-style Italian-american cuisine, 23 Sheridan ave., 201.445.2666

KeVIN’S THyMe american favorites with a twist, 614 n. maple ave., 201.445.6400

LITTLe FerrYMINaDO Japanese seafood buffet, 1 Valley rd., 201.931.2666

TraCey’S NINe MILe HOuSe continental cuisine, 4 bergen Tpk., 201.440.1100

LodI NaPOLI PIZZa II classic Italian pizza parlor with a Sicilian focus, 12-76 river rd., 201.703.5577

ya fOOD CHaN’S WOK authentic chinese cuisine with a health food menu, 2 mercer St., 973.777.0633

LYndHUrST fOSCHINI’S brICK OVeN KITCHeN casual, fresh brick-oven pizza, 298 ridge rd., 201.460.7600

HarOLD’S NeW yOrK DeLI The former operator of new York’s carnegie deli serves up sandwiches and soups, 10 Polito ave., 201.935.2600

WHISKey Cafe Traditional american fare featuring live music, 1050 Wall St. West, 201.939.4889

maHWaH rOXaNNe’S Family-friendly Italian eatery with brick-oven pizza, 150 Franklin Tpk., 201.529.0007

maYWoodSeafOOD GOurMeT cozy, traditional american seafood eatery, 103 W. Pleasant ave., 201.843.8558

mIdLand ParK arTurO’S classic Italian fare, 41 central ave., 201.444.2466

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PINeHILL reSTauraNT Korean barbecue and Japanese fare, 123 Paramus rd., 201.843.0170

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VILLA ROBERTO RISTORANTE Fine Italian cuisine, 70 W. Passaic St., 201.845.8333

RUTHERFORD SABOR PERU Peruvian and Japanese blended cuisines, 8 Highland Cross, 201.935.7378

STEVE AND ANDREA’S RESTAURANT Casual American restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, 298 Park Ave., 201.939.7668

SADDLE BROOK MATSUYA Cozy, elegant Japanese steak house, 490 Market St., 201.843.5811

SADDLE RIVER THE SADDLE RIVER INN Romantic, upscale eatery, 2 Barnstable Ct., 201.825.4016

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TEANECK SHALOM BOMBAY Classic Indian cuisine, 166 Cedar Ln., 201.357.8505

VICTORIA’S Quaint, contemporary American dining, 336 Queen Anne Rd., 201.801.0888

TENAFLY AXIA TAVERNA Stylish Greek eatery, 18 Piermont Rd., 201.569.5999

HAMSA Middle Eastern fare, 7 W. Railroad Ave., 201.871.6060

MAX’S ITALIAN GRILL Quaint Italian BYO, 39 Highwood Ave., 201.569.7171

WALDWICK ANDREA’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE Cozy, authentic Italian eatery, 26 E. Prospect St., 201.670.0275

MATTHEW’S DINER Classic American fare, 4 Franklin Tpk., 201.447.1411

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WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP BACARI GRILL Contemporary American cuisine with an extensive wine list, 800 Ridgewood Rd., 201.358.6330

BACKWOODS BBQ AT THE DOG HOUSE Traditional American fare with Texas-style BBQ, 270 Pascack Rd., 201.666.4BBQ

WESTWOOD GRANITA GRILL Italian cuisine, 467 Broadway, 201.664.9846

WOODCLIFF LAKE BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFE Traditional Mexican dishes, 42 Kinderkamack Rd., 201.782.9500

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In the 1830s, the village was designated as the eastern terminus for the New York and Erie Railroad, and a 4,000-foot pier was constructed so that freight and passengers could be loaded onto ships (hence the name Piermont, derived from the landmark and a nearby mountain). The pier was a major area of embarkation for soldiers heading to Europe during World World II.

Today, Piermont is a popular place for day-trippers looking to shop and dine—and a destination for cyclists coming up Route 9W from the George Washington Bridge.

PIERMONT, N.Y. E ATFREELANCE CAFÉ. The more casual sibling of lauded Peter Kelly restau-rant Xaviars, located next door, Freelance Café & Wine Bar offers top-notch contemporary American cuisine in an intimate art deco setting. 506 Pier-mont Ave., 845.365.3250, xaviars.com.SIDEWALK BISTRO. Hit this hopping French bistro for mussels, duck and thin-crust pizzettes. The back garden is popular for outdoor dining in warmer months. 482 Pier-mont Ave., 845.680.6460, sidewalkbistro.comFLYWHEEL CREAMERY. Kids will enjoy a sweet treat in this old-fashioned ice cream parlor located right on Flywheel Park. 210 Ash St., 845.398.2433

SHOPPAWS BY THE RIVER. Take Fido for a walk on the pier, then stop in this adorable pet boutique to buy him a cozy sweater or a new leash. 10 Round House Rd., 845.680.6147, pawsbytheriver.comAUBREY FLOWERS. Owner Lynne Aubrey does gor-geous fl oral arrangments, and great gifts can be found among the fragrant

Aqua Druzy Chunk Ring from Presence of Piermont; “Alolta,” a mixed-media work by Zhora Almosnino at Piermont Fine Arts Gallery; cozy clothing at Abigail Rose and Lily Too

soaps, candles, ceramics and pillows in her charm-ing shop. 510 Piermont Ave., 845.359.1411, aubreyfl owers.comABIGAIL ROSE AND LILY TOO.

This women’s clothing store emphasizes natural fi bers and com-fort, offering lines like Flax, Lilith and C.P. Shades. 500 Piermont Ave., 845.359.4649, abigailroseny.com

DOPERUSE THE ART GALLERIES.

Piermont is an art lover’s dream, so don your walking shoes and check out Happy Dog, Piermont Fine Arts, Piermont Fly-wheel and The Outside In, among other galleries.HIT THE TRAILS. Hikers have several options in Pier-mont: Tallman Mountain State Park offers two north-south

trails—the Long Path and the Tallman Bike Path. The trails may be com-bined to make loop hikes from 2.5 to 5 miles. The 3-mile Rail Trail takes you along the old Erie Rail-road line past interesting homes and provides a great view of the Hudson. Or walk the almost 1-mile-long Piermont Pier for a fl at, easy journey out over the water.CATCH A SHOW AT THE TURN-

ING POINT CAFE. This local club has hosted such notable musicans as Arlo Guthrie, Robert Cray and Bela Fleck. 468 Pier-mont Ave., 845.359.1089, turningpointcafe.com—MARISA SANDORA

VITAL STATSPOPULATION 2,510SIZE 0.7 sq. milesMEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME $92,045YEAR INCORPORATED 1850DRIVING TIME 30 minutes

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THROUGH JUNE 30Learn about a legendary New Jerseyan at the Mahwah Museum’s Les PauL exhibition every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, 1–5 p.m. The musician and inventor, who lived in Mahwah for 50 years unti l his death in 2009, was most famous for creating the first electric guitar. See a multi-media display, which includes his guitar collection, a recreated studio and a per formance space where visitors can schedule a time to play one of his guitars. Visit mahwahmuseum.org.

FEB 3 Hum along to theRidgewood ConCeRt band, which wil l per form selections from Elton John’s The Lion King score among other works at the West Side Presbyter ian Church’s sanctuary in Ridgewood, 7:30 p.m. The concert wil l begin with a per formance by the Lakeland Regional High School Concer t Band. Tickets: $20 (adult),

$15 (senior), $7 (student). Visit r idgewoodband.org for detai ls.

FEB 10–26 See the unlikely romance of a gun-shy single mother and an outspoken actor in the Porch Light Productions performance of the goodbye giRL in Glen Rock, 2 p.m. (Sundays) and 8 p.m. (Fridays and Saturdays). The original musical, based on Neil Simon’s 1977 film, starred Bernadette Peters and Martin Short. Go to porchlightproductions.org for tickets.

FEB 11 Snap your fingers to a night of retro music during the vaLen-tine’s doo-woP sPeCtaCuLaR at BergenPAC in Englewood, 8 p.m. Performers will include Fred Parris and the Satins (“In the Still of the Night” as The Five Satins), and Shirley Alston-Reeves, of the Shirelles (“Will You Love Me Tomorrow?”), a Passaic-based group that was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996.

Tickets: $35–$65. Visit bergenpac.org for more information.

FEB 11 Watch classic fairy tales, including “Little Red Riding Hood,” “Three Bil ly Goats Gruf f” and “The Three Little Pigs,” come to life in a delightful, family-friendly PuPPet show at the Saddle River Valley Cultural Center in Upper Saddle River, 3 p.m. The 45-minute show is geared for children ages 3 and older. Tickets: $12. Go to srvcc.org to order.

FEB 11 See Jarrod Spector, the star of Jersey Boys, in his solo con-cer t MinoR FaLL, MajoR LiFt at Ramapo College of New Jersey’s Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts in Mahwah, 8 p.m. Spector, who plays Four Seasons singer Frankie Valli, will per form a variety of songs dating from the ’50s until today. Tickets: $24–$30 (adult), $20 (children under 18). Go to ramapo.edu/berriecenter.

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FEB 11 Cheer on your favorite young per former at the f inal round of Ridgewood’s got talent at Porch Light Productions in Glen Rock. Contestants, who are local students in grades K through 12, have already survived the auditions and the semi-f inals—this event is their last chance to impress the judges with their singing, acting or dancing and win the title. Tickets: $15. Visit r idge woodchamber.com for details.

FEB 12 Take your Valentine to songs of Romantic BRoadway at the Mahwah Public Library, 2 p.m. Singers Richard Koons and Robin Lounsbury and pianist Russell Wag-oner wil l per form some of Broadway’s most tender selections. Free admis-sion. For more information about this show, call 201.529.7323 or go to mahwah.bccls.org.

FEB 13 Prepare an indulgent dinner with your sweetheart during

the Valentine date night cooking class at WannaBee Chef in Cresskil l, 6:45 p.m.–8:45 p.m. Participants wil l be instructed on cooking dishes for two such as crab cakes, stuf fed risotto tomatoes and quick tiramisu. Admission: $150 per couple. To register, go to wanna beechef.com or call 201.503.0335.

FEB 16–19 Take a stroll among images from your favorite f i lm classics at the new JeRsey floweR and gaRden show at the New Jersey Convention Center in Edison. Garden designers created displays inspired by memorable scenes from famous Hollywood movies. Tickets are $15 (adults), $10 (seniors) and $6 (children under 17). For more informa-tion, visit njf lowershow.com or call 800.332.3976.

FEB 17 and 20 Pro basketball’s recent time-out didn’t keep the haRlem gloBetRotteRs

of f the court. Watch the exhibition team shoot hoops and per form stunts during their high-energy show at the Izod Center in East Ruther ford, 7 p.m. (Fri.) and 1 p.m. (Mon.). Tickets: $15–$200. Call 201.935.3900 or visit meadowlands.com for more informa-tion and to purchase tickets.

Send event listings to: Bergen Health & Life, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; or e-mail us at [email protected]. Listings must be received two months in advance of the event and must include a phone number that will be published. Share events online by clicking the “Submit an Event” link below the Community Calendar at bergenhealthandlife.com.

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Finish your stay on a high note by visiting the world’s largest kaleidoscope, located in the historic barn silo. Catch the stunning kaleidoscope show “Hexagon Holiday,” which runs through President’s Day weekend, and bring a souvenir home from the Kaleidostore, where you’ll find a vast display of kaleidoscopes in every size and shape and ranging in price from $4 to $40,000.

Although the resort has all you’ll need, be sure to leave time to explore the area—you can hike, ski or snowboard at one of the many nearby mountains, visit famous Woodstock or go antiquing in the charming town of Saugerties. —Jennifer Vreeland p

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