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36 our favorite thingsFind something special for everyone on your list with this handy guide to intr iguing local ly sourced gif ts.

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17 LOCAL BUZZOur guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Westchester County

30 LOCAL FASHIONMake the season joyful by selecting the per fect outfit for your holiday gatherings.

32 LOCAL JEWELRYAdd pizzazz to your party look with elegant diamond accents.

34 AT HOMEStay warm in style with these new fireplaces and accessories.

46 POWER FOODFrom China to Egypt to Ancient Rome, cinnamon has a spicy history—and its health benefits may surprise you.

48 TASTESNo gluten, no eggs, no dair y? No problem. These holiday cookies are free of allergy-aggravating ingredients.

56 ESCAPESSteal away to serenity at the luxurious Twin Farms resort in Barnard, Vermont.

IN GOOD HEALTH22 HOW ARE THEY NOW? In recent years, we’ve shared extraordinary stories of patients faced with medical emergencies. Find out how four of them have fared.

24 FAST ACTION BEATS A STROKE A “brain attack” story with a happy ending

26 HEART HELPER An assistive device gives a cardiac patient a new lease on life.

28 UNPLUG YOUR KIDS! When it comes to playing video games, texting and social networking, how much is too much?

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as the year closes at Westchester medical centerwe are proud that through 2011 we continued to be recognized as the region’s leading advanced medical care facility. in fact, we were named one of the nation’s top 100 hospitals for cardiac care by healthGrades and, in a survey of new York-area residents by the national research corporation, were selected as a 2011–12 consumer choice award winner for overall quality and image.

recently we opened our newest Vascular interventional radiology laboratory, significantly upgrading the technology and minimally invasive capabilities of this very busy program on our campus. we also opened an advanced laboratory services unit, which provides state-of-the-art outpatient level diagnostics and testing, including comprehensive dna analysis.

the debut of westchester heart and Vascular, the region’s largest cardiovascular and vein-treatment practice, is the occasion for “advances in cardiovascular care,” the special supplement you’ll find with this issue of Westchester Health & Life. we hope you’ll take a few moments to read this publication, which describes how cardiologists, vascular surgeons and other specialists collaborate smoothly to provide optimal advanced care for a variety of life-threatening conditions.

Finally, striking a perfect note for the holidays, we offer “how are they now?” on page 22. this unusual article revisits four patients, who, once in grave danger, have been returned to the activities and joys of everyday life. that, we never forget, is what we’re here for.

so we enter 2012 on a note of gratitude. we thank the staff, volunteers and donors who helped make our achievements possible. and we welcome the changes and challenges that await us as we care for you in the new Year.

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We here at Westchester Health & Life know the importance of feeling good and leading a balanced life, and over the past year, we have guided your quest for the “good life” in Westchester County with authentic advice from local experts, including doctors and other healthcare practitioners. So with this issue, we set out to help you keep balance—in mind, body and spirit—through this stressful holiday season with practical advice and tips.

You’ll learn how to make holiday cookies without using allergy-aggravating ingredients (page 48), how to ward off the flu with winter’s “wonder pill” (page 18) and how to burn calories in the beautiful outdoors by snowshoeing (page 18). Our art director, Meredith McBride Kipp, along with florist extraordinaire Anne Miller, shows you how to glam up your holiday decorating and delight your family and friends with her chic yet practical guide to setting the perfect holiday table (page 38). If you’ve run out of gift ideas already, see page 36 for “Our Favorite Things”—a gift guide featuring a little something for everyone, on every budget. Those looking for the perfect party attire will want to check out our fashion and jewelry pages for some great local finds.

This holiday season, try to step away from the hustle and bustle and take time to share the true spirit of Christmas by giving to others—and not just under the tree. Whether you donate your time, talent or other gifts to those who are ill or less fortunate, it makes you feel good. For those of you who need scientific proof, research suggests there is a biochemical explanation for the posi-tive emotions associated with doing good. And if you thrive on literary inspiration instead, heed the poet Maya Angelou, who said: “Among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.”

Happy Holidays!Happy Holidays!

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Knitting can relieve stress, lower your heart rate and blood pressure, ease muscle tension and even help ward off dem-entia, studies show. But isn’t it hard to learn? Not at all, says Dina Schilsky, a “yarnista” at Sticks & Strings in Scarsdale.

“Knitting looks more complicated than it truly is,” says Schilsky. “Classes are not necessary, but they are a fun and social way to learn. Most people start classes as a way to get help but come back because they’ve made friends.” And though knitting can be somewhat addictive itself, it also helps break habits that are bad for you. “When I quit smoking, knitting was what I turned to,” says Schilsky. “There is something absolutely therapeutic about focusing all your energy on a project.”

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Three recently opened restaurants are creat-ing a buzz on the Westchester dining scene:

Northern Italian eatery Serafi na (914.288. 9300, serafi narestaurant.com), which has fi ve New York City locations, recently unfurled its trademark sunshine yellow awning in the heart of downtown White Plains. At the bright space lined with hand-painted frescoes, you’ll fi nd more than 20 varieties of thin-crust pizza and about 20 homemade pasta dishes,

many of which are offered in whole wheat, including the primavera pizza topped with garden veggies. Other healthy ingredients include grass-fed beef, organic chicken and locally grown organic vegetables. Gluten-free options are also available upon request.

The Yard House (914.375.9273, yardhouse.com) chain of restaurants, known for its large selection of beer, is now offering its American fare in Yonkers. More than 130 items are available, including sweet-potato fries with creamed maple bacon dip, natural Angus pepper-crusted fi let and soups, pizza, pasta, burgers and ribs. The restaurant has options for gluten-sensitive patrons and also offers a meatless menu that uses Gardein, a meat alternative made of soy, wheat, pea proteins, vegetables and grains.

Siete Ocho Siete (914.636.1229, sieteochosiete.com) in New Rochelle takes its name from the 787 area code of the island that inspires its cuisine—Puerto Rico. There is plenty of space at the bar to enjoy Coquito, Puerto Rican eggnog, or sangria while listening to live music. Nosh on bocadillos (small bites) like Albondigon (Spanish meatballs in creole sauce) or order empanadillas, turnovers with vegetable, shrimp, chicken or beef fi lling. Diners will enjoy the tranquil view of Long Island Sound and a choice of healthy offerings, such as Salmon Reggaeton (grilled salmon with vegetables and mango sauce).

NEW EATSPan-Seared Ahi Tuna at

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LOCALThe Best-Dressed Present

Half the fun of giving a gift lies in the pretty presentation. But those brightly wrapped holiday packages can be eco-unfriendly. Wrapping paper is typically nonrecyclable because it’s dyed, laminated and often contains metallic coloring or glitter. So, how to give attractive gifts and still help save the planet? Try these ideas:

Open gifts carefully so you can reuse bows, wrapping paper, gift bags and tissue. Instead of buying gift boxes, reuse shoe boxes and other boxes you have around the house.

Consider wrapping or containers that are part of the gift: a scarf, beach towel, a mug, watering can, baby blanket, mixing bowl and so on.

Buy squares of beautiful fabrics, cloth bags (check out ecowrap.com, bobowrap.com and wrapnatural.com) and cloth ribbons that can be reused each year.

Purchase only wrapping paper and packaging made with mostly or entirely recycled paper. Gorgeous options abound online; check out olivepaper.com, nashvillewraps.com and snailspacepaper.com.

Wrap a gift in natural jute with the Eco Holiday Cabin Fringe Bag from ecowrap.com.

CALLING ALL SPA LOVERS!What’s your favorite spa in Westchester

County? E-mail [email protected] and vote for the spa

you think deserves the top spot in our Ultimate Spa Guide in the February issue.

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Are you getting enough vitamin D? Michael Holick, M.D., author of The Vitamin D Solution, estimates that up to 50 percent of Americans are at risk for a defi ciency of this vital, versatile vitamin.

“We now have a better understanding of the importance of vitamin D,” says Vicki Iannotti, M.D., Associate Chief of General Pediatrics at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center.

We know that D helps our bodies absorb calcium—essential for strong bones and teeth. Research suggests it also promotes skin healing and blood fl ow, helps control diabetes and helps alleviate seasonal affec-tive disorder, premenstrual symptoms and mood swings, and may even lower one’s odds of cancer. The vitamin is also thought to improve immune-system function, de-creasing your risk of catching a cold or the fl u.

The U.S. Government recently raised the recommended daily allowance of D from 200–400 international units (IUs) to 600—and some doctors suggest higher amounts.

Sunshine gives us some of our vitamin D, and in fall and winter, when daylight hours are shorter, it’s especially important to make sure we’re getting a suffi cient supply.

“Some of our daily requirement of vitamin D can be obtained naturally through a healthful diet,” says Dr. Iannotti. “Milk, forti-fi ed cereals and orange juice, eggs and fatty fi sh—such as salmon, tuna and mackerel—are readily available sources. When reviewing a child’s diet with parents, I go over the individual’s consumption of vitamin D-rich foods. In some families, it is clear that a supplement is necessary; for others, their dietary intake provides enough.”

If you’re concerned about your vitamin D level, check with your doctor, who may decide to check those levels as part of routine blood work.

Don’t blame that powdery precipitation for hindering your winter work-out: Use it. “Showshoeing and cross-country skiing are great workouts

for the winter,” says Shane Martin of REI in Yonkers (914.410.9500, rei.com). “In the winter months, most people stay inside and use snow

as an excuse not to exercise, but with snowshoeing, all you need is six inches of snow and you are ready to work out. Anywhere you can walk, you can snowshoe.” And snowshoeing and cross-country skiing burn more calories in an hour than the same amount of time on a stationary bike or elliptical machine or an hour spent jogging.

Conveniently, you can rent snowshoes for $40 a day (and $5 for subsequent days) at REI. For beginners, ailing athletes or for those looking for additional resistance, a trek-king pole can enhance the workout. “I always recommend using poles,” says Martin. “It helps with balance because many people aren’t used to that extra weight on their feet.”

IT’S SNOW EXCUSE

WINTER’S WONDER PILL

Atlas Elektra 923 snowshoes ($160) are available at REI.

SCARSDALE’S SPECIAL SWEETS How does a professor with a Ph.D. in social work turn into a successful vegan baker? For Jenny Bee’s Bakery (914.309.9532) founder Jennifer Underweiser of Scarsdale, it all began in 2005 when she was pregnant with her third child and became vegetarian. Five years later, inspired by a grandmother who baked almost every day, Underweiser committed to mastering vegan baking. “I was only successful once I threw out the cookbooks and started baking instinctively,” she says. Her best-sellers include red velvet cupcakes with vegan cream cheese, Oreo cupcakes, gluten-free lemon cupcakes and gluten-free chocolate-chip cookies, which Underweiser describes as “crispy on the edges and soft in the middle.” Jenny Bee’s baked goods can be purchased at Andy’s Pure Food in Rye, Bloomingdale’s restaurant in White Plains and Sweet & Social in Larchmont.

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That lady driving the car adorned with hockey decals? Don’t assume she’s a typical Westchester hockey mom. She might be a “Mother Pucker”—or a member of another amateur ice-hockey team for adult women in the tri-state area. There were more than 65,000 such female players registered with the group USA Hockey in 2011, a tenfold increase over 1990.

“In the ’60s we asked our high school principal if we could form a girls’ hockey team,” says Mother Pucker Amy Kellogg, from White Plains. “He suggested a fi gure skating club!” Decades later, in 2000, Kellogg joined the Mother Puckers in the team’s inaugural year. “We were all beginners,” she recalls. “I started out using my husband and daughter’s hand-me-down equipment before buying my own.”

Now the teammates range in age from 19 to 56, live throughout Westchester and include forward Terri Reid, who travels from Pawling to practice with the Mother Puckers at Westchester Skating Academy in Elmsford. Says Reid: “This is the best group of positive women. It doesn’t matter if we win or lose; if we had a few laughs and did the best we could, we consider it a good game.” For more information, visit westchester.pucksystems.com/page/show/44936-hockey-clinics.

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STRESS-FIGHTING SUPERFOODSDid you know that ignoring signs of stress is a more dan-gerous risk factor for cancer and heart disease than either cigarette smoking or eating high-cholesterol foods? There are numerous steps you can take to reduce stress, including daily exercise and relaxation techniques. But the simplest way may actually be by eating!

To combat stress, add these healthful foods to your diet. Packed with essential vitamins and nutrients (including stress-fighters), these delicious bites will fill you up without excess calories and leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

Almonds STRESS-FIGHTING NUTRIENTS Vitamins E and BHEALTH BENEFITS Vitamin E strengthens the immune system and fights cellular damage from free radicals linked to chronic stress. B vitamins stabilize mood by stimulating production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that sends calming signals to the brain and fights anxiety. They also build up protective fat around brain cells, which gets depleted under stress.

BlueberriesSTRESS-FIGHTING NUTRIENT Vitamin C HEALTH BENEFITS Vitamin C helps stabilize blood sugar, fi ght free radicals associated with stress and lower stress hormone levels.

EggsSTRESS-FIGHTING NUTRIENTS B Vitamins and L-TryptophanHEALTH BENEFITS With the help of B vitamins, L-Tryptophan, an essential amino acid, converts to serotonin, which improves mood and mental health, and melatonin, which aids in sleep.

Salmon, Mackerel, Herring, Lake Trout, Sardines and Albacore TunaSTRESS-FIGHTING NUTRIENTS Omega-3 fatty acids and B vitaminsHEALTH BENEFITS Omega-3 fatty acids prevent increases in stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline and help produce serotonin. (There’s also evi-dence that they may reduce depression.)

Skim MilkSTRESS-FIGHTING NUTRIENT CalciumHEALTH BENEFITS Calcium alleviates tension and decreases muscle spasms. It may also lessen symptoms of PMS, including anxiety, mood swings and irritability.

SpinachSTRESS-FIGHTING NUTRIENT MagnesiumHEALTH BENEFITS Magnesium stops blood pressure from rising and works to relax tense muscles.

Z-“APP” STRESSZ-With the recently released app Stress Free

with Deepak Chopra (deepakchopramobile.com), you can relax without the cost and time

commitment of a yoga class or a massage. The $1.99 app, which is compatible with the iPhone,

iPod touch and iPad, is a six-week interactive program coached by Chopra, an expert on

mind–body healing. Stress Free includes interactive exercises, music therapy, medi-tations, questionnaires, personalized nutri-tion advice and yoga postures. Check out Chopra’s other apps that focus on medi-

tation and yoga—and get inspirational tidbits with the free app Daily Gift.

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WESTCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER NAMED ONE OF AMERICA’S 100 BEST HOSPITALS FOR CARDIAC SURGERY BY HEALTHGRADESA recent report by HealthGrades, the nation’s most trusted independent source of physician information and hospital quality ratings, named Westchester Medical Center One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and also gave the hospital a 5-star rating for many of its cardiovascular services. “Westchester Medical Center has long been known for its advanced inpatient cardiac services, from the latest advances in interventional cardiology to implantable ventricular assist devices (VADs) and heart transplants,” says Michael D. Israel, President and CEO of Westchester Medical Center. “Today, our cardiac catheterization labs continue to be among the busiest in the Northeast and our success rates in complex surgical cases parallel the best in the nation. In addition, the recent launch of Westchester Heart and Vascular, our new multi-specialty practice dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality cardiac and vascular services, allows us to continue to be the regional resource for advanced cardiac care in Westchester County and in the entire Hudson Valley region.”

GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN! Get ready ladies! Girls’ Night Out is set for Thursday, February 2, at the Doubletree Hotel. Last year, more than 300 women from around the region were fi lled with energy and enthusiasm when they attended the wildly outrageous, extremely hilarious and positively fun event. The all-inclusive ticket covers dinner, cocktails and a performance by comedienne Cory Kahaney. There will also be raffl e prizes for exciting items.

Proceeds from the event benefi t Westchester Heart & Vascular at Westchester Medical Center. For more information and a link to register, visit westchestermedicalcenter.com/GNO or call 914.493.2575.

Back in October 2008, an orthopedic surgical team from Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center performed complex surgery on Ana Michele Solano Mora, a young orphan from Costa Rica who was stricken with cerebral palsy. The surgery, performed and led by pediatric orthopedic surgeon Damon Delbello, M.D., corrected severe contractures in Anita’s feet and legs that locked her joints and limited her ability to walk.

The effort to bring Anita to the United States for the procedure was organized by Francine and Glenn Aber of Rye. They were alerted to Anita’s plight by their son Jared, who was in Costa Rica on a cross-cultural exchange program. The Abers’ generosity covered Anita and her guardian’s travel expenses to the United States and accommodations were made for them at the Aber family’s home.

Well, the Abers have now found a new way for their home to impact children’s lives. Their current residence is now on the market for sale through Giving House, the organization that turns any real estate transaction—residential sales, purchases or rentals, as well as commercial sales or leasing—into a philanthropic endeavor. Giving House matches buyers and sellers with top real estate agents, who in turn donate a portion of their commissions to designated nonprofi t organizations, such as the foundation that supports Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Susie Glasgall of Houlihan Lawrence is the generous listing agent for the Aber home.

Giving House was launched only last year, and to date more than $16,000 has been donated to Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. Donations like these enable the hospital to provide the very best in advanced pediatric care and services.

If you are in the market to buy or sell a home and would like more information on the Giving House program, please visit westchestermedicalcenter.com/givinghouse. There you can link to a gallery of Giving House homes, including the one owned by the Aber family.

THE ‘HOUSEHOLD THAT CHANGED A LIFE’ HAS FOUND A NEW WAY TO CONTINUE CHANGING LIVES

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Four patients proFiled in this magazine tell us what’s happened since their medical emergency

Jack ruFFles, 3, danbury, conn.born in 2009 with a heart that was barely functioning due to oxygen deprivation, Jack ruffles (“cool, baby,” holiday 2009) was treated with a device called a cool cap while doctors in the regional neonatal intensive care unit of maria Fareri children’s hospital at westchester medical center, led by associate director lance a. parton, m.d., worked to repair his heart. the cap circulates cold water around the patient’s head, which lowers the brain’s temperature, reducing its need for oxygen and thus the risk of brain damage. although his chance of survival at first appeared to be 50-50, Jack made a remarkable recovery and was released from the hospital at 3 weeks old.

today, Jack is “doing great,” says his mother, marisa ruffles. at discharge, the biggest worry about him was the risk of some form of brain damage or developmental delay. “but he’s had no delays,” ruffles says. “he’s very smart, very inquisitive.”

marisa, along with Jack’s father, matthew, says Jack loves sports, animals and the outdoors—especially at his grandparents’ llama farm. “his job is to count the llamas, and he loves it,” she says.

Jack needs no medication and no doctor visits other than his annual well-child exam. marisa says she no longer thinks about his ordeal on a daily basis, but “every time he does something new or says something new, we remember it. most people can’t believe how far he’s come. we are definitely grateful and lucky, and we don’t forget about that.”

hospitals see patients mostly at moments oF crisis. but what are their lives like once the med-ical danger has passed? with that question on our minds, we revisited four individuals or families whose stories we’ve told in past issues. here’s how these former patients—now lifelong friends of westchester medical center—are faring now:

david holt, 65, valley cottagethis retired teacher and school administrator’s “Journey to a new heart,” which we chronicled in august 2008, began with a massive heart attack and heart failure that left him with an estimated 8 percent chance of survival—and ended with a successful heart transplant performed by david spielvogel, m.d., program director, heart transplantation.

holt is now an active participant in three important ventures: family, travel and spreading the word about heart transplantation.

we reported that his daughter, eden, was married at his hospital bedside because the family wasn’t sure he would live much longer. this past august, eden and her husband, michael burkhardt, had twin boys—the holts’ first grand-children. “i thought that dancing with eden at her wedding reception after i got out of the hospital was my life’s highlight,” holt says. “but now the highlight is these grandkids.”

since his transplant, he and his wife, stefany, have ventured to alaska, spain, italy and France, but this summer they stayed in the continental u.s.—on cape cod—to be nearby for the babies’ birth. this november, however, the couple headed to costa rica, where david tried zip-lining. “why not?” he says. “i had a heart transplant. this is nothing.”

holt now regularly speaks at high schools, colleges and adult groups, explaining organ donation and transplantation. “volunteer work is how i pay things forward,” he says.

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JASON EARLY, 25, PHILADELPHIAAt age 21, Jason Early lost his father, 49-year-old Brian Early, in a November 2007 small-plane crash that also shattered his own legs. In “A Plane-Crash Victim Recovers” (Holiday 2009) we told the story of his treatment. After some 45 days of rehab following his discharge from the Medical Center, we said, he could walk normally, but couldn’t yet run or play basketball.

Today Early says he is “not quite 100 percent back yet” but is pretty close. He had his final surgery in December 2010 to remove pins in his left leg. He is running and playing pickup basketball again, and he’s working out to strengthen his legs and his left hand, which was also injured in the crash. “I still have rods in both femurs, so no one knows how far back I can come, but I feel pretty good,” says Early, who is single and still works in financial services.

Last year, Early and his mother, Kathy, and sister, Molly, set up the Brian H. Early Foundation to honor his late father. “It provides housing and support for patients and families who need to travel for medical care, as we did,” he says. “Fortun-ately, we had money. I was in the hospital for a month, and my mom stayed at a nearby hotel every night. We want to help people who can’t afford that.”

The foundation had its fi rst annual golf tournament the day after Father’s Day 2011, raising more than $120,000 in private donations. “I think about my ‘old man’ every day,” says Early, who also does motivational speaking. “I miss him.”

Visit foundation/westchestermedicalcenter.com to obtain more information about philanthropic opportunities that sup-port the Trauma Center that treated Early. —DAVID LEVINE

CAITLIN HAUSER, 10, AND ERIC HAUSER, 8, HARRIMANThese siblings, whose touching experience we reported in our February 2009 article “A Sister’s Precious Gift,” share a special bond: Because of a seriously compromised immune system, little Eric needed a bone-marrow transplant, and happily, his big sister, Caitlin, turned out to be a perfect medical match. The two siblings’ closeness showed when Eric developed double pneumonia three months after the transplant procedure. He was put in a medically induced coma while doctors treated the infection, which his body was too weak to fight off by itself.

While he was in intensive care, Eric’s blood pressure was very high, reports the children’s mother, Christina Hauser. “But when Caitlin sat by his bed, stroked his arm and talked to him, his blood pressure came right down. We all watched it on the monitor—even the doctors couldn’t believe it. And when she left, his blood pressure went up again.”

When Eric regained consciousness, Hauser says, “the first thing he asked was, ‘Where’s my sister?’”

Since then, there have been no complications, and Eric is doing great. He still enjoys Thomas the Tank Engine. “Getting to play with his train is his motivation for doing his homework early,” his mom says.

But his favorite person is Caitlin. “They bicker, like any normal brother and sister,” says Hauser. “But they need to be by each other’s side. When Caitlin left the house for a school function the other day, Eric was miserable without her. They are close beyond words.”

“WHEN CAITLIN SAT BY HER BROTHER’S BED, STROKED HIS ARM AND TALKED TO HIM, HIS BLOOD PRESSURE

CAME RIGHT DOWN. WE ALL WATCHED IT ON THE MONITOR—EVEN THE DOCTORS COULDN’T BELIEVE IT.”

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NaNuet resideNt JeNNifer Bailey wasn’t someone you’d expect to have a stroke. the fact that this young, healthy, physically fit woman did suffer one proves that anyone can have such a “brain attack”—and acting quickly, as Bailey did, can mean the difference between a normal life and permanent disability or even death.

at 32, Bailey is one of the youngest people Michael f. stiefel, M.d., director of Cerebrovascular and endovascular sur-gery at Westchester Medical Center, has ever treated for stroke. she was also one of the most outwardly healthy. a teacher of deaf students employed by Bergen County special services, Bailey also led exercise classes at her local gym. she didn’t smoke, her weight was normal, she was physically fit and she had no fam-ily history of stroke—she seemingly had none of the risk factors that would predict such a traumatic event.

Yet, around 4 a.m. on July 7, 2011, she awoke feeling strange. “My arm was tingling, like it was asleep,” Bailey says. “the next thing i knew, i was on the floor.” Bailey had fallen out of bed while trying to get up. Her boyfriend, Omar Olayan, heard her hit the floor and helped her up. Olayan, 41, a police offi-cer with the ramapo police department, tried massaging her arm but then noticed that the left side of her face had begun to droop. He called 911, and Bailey was rushed to Nyack Hospital.

there she was given the anti-clotting drug tPa (tissue plasminogen activator), which is the standard treatment for stroke. When administered within three hours of the onset of symptoms, the drug can often start to open the clot, return

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righT afTer her procedure, says bailey, “i could

move my arm and leg again.”

blood flow to the brain and greatly decrease brain damage. “But the drug doesn’t always work,” says dr. stiefel. “if the clot is in the wrong part of the brain, or if it’s too big, surgeons need to go in and manually remove it.”

in Bailey’s case, the clot was in a part of her brain that tPa is less successful in treating. she was fortunate, though, that Westchester Medical Center wasn’t far away. that’s where stroke patients are sent if they require additional care. “By the time she got here, her symptoms hadn’t

improved and it was clear she needed further intervention,” dr. stiefel says.

that meant minimally invasive neurosurgery, which is more immediately effective than tPa treatment can be on its own. Much like an angiogram that is used to open blocked heart vessels, this procedure entails threading a thin catheter from the femoral artery in the leg up to the clogged brain artery. Once it was there, dr. stiefel injected additional tPa directly into the clot to loosen it, then broke it up with a surgical tool and suctioned the pieces out.

Bailey began to improve immediately. “i could move my arm and leg again right away,” she says. By October, she regained much of her strength. “My left arm is still weak and running is still hard, but i do physical therapy and occupational

therapy twice a week, and it’s coming along.” she even began teaching again at her gym. “i can’t teach a whole class yet,” she says, but she hopes to return to full strength soon.

though Bailey appeared to be perfectly healthy, looking back she and dr. stiefel see possible reasons for her stroke. in 2009 she suffered a blood clot in her lung that may have been caused by birth con-trol pills. she stopped taking those pills and went on the blood thinner Coumadin for a year, but then stopped taking that as well, per her doctor’s orders.

Bailey also realizes that she may have suffered a “mini-stroke” the week before her stroke. “i had a bad headache and my vision blurred, but i disregarded it and it cleared up,” she says. such mini-strokes, technically known as transient ischemic attacks or tias, are often precursors to a more serious attack. Lesson learned, she says: “if you feel something, take care of it. it might help prevent a major stroke.”

that’s a valuable lesson for everyone, dr. stiefel agrees. “anyone can have a stroke, and the best course of action is to get to your nearest stroke center to get tPa quickly. and if you need more advanced care, we’re here.” —D.l.

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FOr mOre INFOrmATION about the treatment oF stroke at westchester medical center,please call 877.Wmc.dOcS or visit WeSTcHeSTermedIcALceNTer.cOm/STrOKe.

to share this article with a Friend or to recommend it on your Facebook page, visit WeSTcHeSTerHeALTHANdLIFe.cOm.

know your riskFor strokesome risk factors for stroke, such as being over age 55, being african american, being male, or having a family history of the disease, are beyond your control. but others can be controlled or treated, including:

high blood pressure high cholesterol diabetes cigarette smoking obesity physical inactivity poor diet, including one with too much satu-

rated fat and cholesterol taking birth control pills alcohol or drug abuse

Sources: American Stroke Association and womenshealth.gov

westchester medical center also hosts stroke support groups covering various subtopics, such as recovering after a stroke, lifestyle changes and other coping skills. go towestchestermedicalcenter.com/calendar to learn more about these stroke support groups.

Dr. stiefel discusses stroke treatment with patient Jennifer bailey.



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the first penny is Pennell (“Penny”) Gonzeles, a 73-year-old former nun and retired teacher who lives in yorktown heights. her heart was failing, and the implantation of a mechanical assistive device saved her life. but it took the second penny to convince Gonzeles that her near-death experience could be a life-affirming journey.

the story begins in 1994, when Gon-zeles, complaining of fatigue and general weakness, was diagnosed with cardio-myopathy, which literally means heart muscle disease. “doctors think it may have been caused by a virus,” says Gonzeles, a widowed mother of one and grandmother of two.

she went on medication and felt good for years, continuing to work in a new york city school district until she retired seven years later. “i retired because it was time, not because i was sick,” she says.

but about a year ago, “i went downhill health-wise,” she recalls. she grew weak again, lost her appetite and, emo-tionally, found she had “no ambition.” in april, she passed out while picking up her car at a gas station. her cardiologist diagnosed heart failure and sent her to westchester medical center, where she came under the care of alan L. Gass, m.d., medical director, heart Failure, heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support.

when Gonzeles arrived at the medi-cal center on april 29, she was very sick. her liver and kidneys were failing. “she was in what we call cardiogenic shock,” says dr. Gass. “if she had waited much longer she would have died. she got here in the nick of time.”

because of her age and her other organ damage, she was not a candi-date for a heart transplant. she was, however, an appropriate patient for a mechanical implant called a left ventricular assist device, or LVad. (see “how an LVad works,” next page.) the

LVad is most often used as a temporary “bridge” to keep transplant patients alive while they wait for a donor heart. but in older, sicker patients like Gonzeles, it is increasingly being employed as “destination” therapy—the best option for keeping a patient fully functioning for years of living. dr. Gass and his col-leagues have performed about 20 LVad destination surgeries, but simply by coincidence they were all in men. Gonzeles became the first woman to undergo this treatment at westchester medical center.

though the device promised to give her more time, Gonzeles had difficulty accepting her fate. “i had a hard time even praying when all this happened,” she says. while she was in the cardiac care unit awaiting surgery, nurses brought her a dinner tray. she was too weak and had no appetite, so she barely ate anything. but when the nurse came to remove the tray, Gonzeles saw something remarkable.

“i noticed a shiny thing on the table,” she says. “it was a penny. it looked as

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how an lvad worksa left ventricular assist device (lvad) helps the heart pump blood from the main pumping chamber, the left ventri-cle, to the rest of the body. it consists of three parts:

a pump, weighing 1 to 2 pounds, which is placed in the belly if theimplantation is permanent—or it may be used outside the body if the patient is awaiting a permanent pump or a heart transplant

an electronic controller, a small computer that controls how thepump works

two batteries, carried outside the body, which drive the pump

under general anesthesia, the heart surgeon makes space for the pump under the skin and tissue in the upper part of the belly wall. one tube connects the pump to the heart.another tube connects the pump to the aorta or another major artery. a third tube passes through the skin toconnect the pump to the controller and batteries.

the lvad takes blood from the left ventricle to the pump, which in turn carefully meters the blood back out to an artery and through the body.Source: National Institutes of Health

if it had never been used. i know it was not there before dinner. i picked it up and it was new, a 2011 penny. i said, ‘this must be an omen.’”

that small coin seemed like a sign from the universe. “From that moment on,” says gonzeles, “i knew things would be o.k.” she kept the penny,never telling anyone about it.

her recovery after the surgery has been remarkable, says dr. gass. “ona scale of 1 to 10, she is an 11,” hereports. “i personally think that her faith helped her do so well.”

when a nurse in the recovery unittold gonzeles of dr. gass’s own spiritual beliefs, she told him about the penny. “he said, ‘i wish you had told me that earlier. i would have worried less about you,’” she recalls.

today, gonzeles feels great. she has gained healthy weight, exercises regularly, is active in her church and enjoys being with her family. “my 3-year-old granddaughter helps me change the batteries” in her device, she says.

her prognosis is excellent. “data show that the three-year survival rate with the ‘destination’ lvad is 75–80 percent, and we are now seeing many people live five years and beyond,” says dr. gass. “the device itself can last almost forever, but we are still learning the full scope of its capabilities.”

dr. gass will be there to help penny gonzeles find out. she still sees him regularly for checkups. and on a recent visit, she gave him a present—a small velvet pouch with that 2011 one-cent coin inside. —d.l.

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with cell phones, ipods, ipads, twitter and Facebook, kids and teens nowadays can easily fill every wak-ing hour electronically “plugged in.” but you, as a parent, need to make sure they don’t, says psychologist rachel busman, psy.d., clinical director of the child and adolescent outpatient depart-ment at westchester medical center’s behavioral health center.

mind you, she’s no zealot. “there’s nothing inherently wrong with kids listening to music, playing video games or texting friends,” dr. busman says. “but if they’re doing these things all the time, that can get in the way of family, exercise, fresh air, chores that build a sense of responsibility and the developmentally critical confi dence gained from socializing face-to-face.”

“virtual reality” is a sedentary place to hang out, says dr. busman. “and we all know there’s a huge problem with child-hood obesity.” then there’s the issue of sleep. it’s been shown that most teens

don’t get enough, and kids who have devices in their bedrooms may stay up too late texting. “if they are overstimu-lated, they can’t settle down at night,” she says. Finally, overimmersion in the cyber world can set some kids up forcyberbullying, in which thoughtless or cruel classmates invade their privacy or post hurtful taunts or putdowns online.

For all of these reasons, limiting time spent in the electronic world makes sense. indeed, some kids are mature enough to know when to say “enough.” “i have worked with high school girls who decided to withdraw from social media—not send so many texts orinstant messages, because they felt there was too much drama,” says dr. busman. “but it’s much harder for younger teens and middle schoolers to self-regulate.”

the solution: strong parenting. “you are allowed to use your authority,” she says. “don’t apologize for being a par-ent. plenty of research shows we help

UnPLUG yoUr KIDS!

rules For your children—and yourachel busman, psy.d., suggests these concrete steps to keep elec-tronic media from monopolizing your youngsters’ existence:No phones at dinner. keep theevening meal sacrosanct. thatmeans everyone—including you—must turn off phones and have real conversations instead. No Internet after “lights out.”remove phones from the room and turn off the computer—and keep it off.Find time to talk. maybe it’s at the mall, or while unloading the dish-washer. but make sure you have at least a few minutes each day to con-verse directly with each child, with no electronic distractions.

Finally, dr. busman also cautions parents to be good role models. “you can’t expect your kids to respect your rules about this if you’re always on your blackberry,” she says.

kids become self-sufficient by teaching them how to limit themselves.”

yes, she says, your kids will be mad at you. “no child says, ‘please limit me,’” dr. busman says. “but too many parents have lost the sense that enforcing a structure for their kids is not only their prerogative, but also their responsibility. all kids do better when they know what parents expect and what will happen if they don’t comply. they look to us to set limits, even when they say they don’t like it.” —d.l.

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there are nearly 40,000corneal transplants performed annu-ally in the united states, but only 500 or so are done on children under the age of 6. gerald zaidman, m.d., director of ophthalmology for westchester medi-cal center, performs nearly 10 percent of those transplants, making him one of the most sought-after specialists in the field.

patients come to dr. zaidman from around the world—literally. he has treatedchilden from as far away as greece, Japan and south america. these young-sters and their families arrive at maria Fareri children’s hospital at westches-ter medical center with the hope that dr. zaidman can give them the gift of sight.

two-thirds of pediatric corneal transplants are performed to cor-rect birth defects, with the remain-ing cases caused by glaucoma or genetic con-ditions such as corneal dystro-phy, a condition

the GiFt oF siGhtcorneal TransplanTs can help children see The world Through new eyes

that causes a layer of the cornea to cloud over, sometimes impairing vision. dr. zaidman says the earlier a child can be treated, the better the chances for long-term success. “if we can treat them as young as possible we can achieve signifi cant visual improvement. if we wait until the child is 2, 3 or 4, he or she may have a 50 to 60 percent chance of normal vision,” he says.

when yolande clarke was told there were no doctors in her native barbados who could perform corneal transplants on her son demane, she asked who could. “our doctors told us about dr. zaidman,” she says. within weeks of demane’s birth, she brought him tomaria Fareri children’s hospital.

demane had peters anomaly, a condi-tion that results in scars over the corneas. “where normally there’s a clear ‘window’ into the eye, in his case the scarsobstructed vision,” dr. zaidman explains.

demane needed corneal transplantsin both eyes. he had his first surgeryat maria Fareri children’s hospital on april 28 when he was just two months old, and his second operation was per-formed about six weeks later. “we very rarely operate on both eyes at the same

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time,” dr. zaidman says, noting that doc-tors want to watch for complications in the fi rst eye before operating on the second.

although the success rate for adult corneal transplants is greater than 90 percent, the rate for children is in the range of 65 to 85 percent. the difference can be attributed to one key factor: the inability of children—especially infants and toddlers—to effectively communi-cate if they are having problems after the surgery. that’s why dr. zaidman insists on seeing his patients 30 times over the course of four months following surgery. “we’ll see them twice a week, because if you can catch problems quickly, the child has a much greater chance of success.”

demane and his mother stayed in the u.s. long enough to complete an intensive follow-up regime with dr. zaidman. today they are back in barbados, where clarke reports that demane is seeing his beauti-ful caribbean homeland for the first time.

“he is doing very well,” says clarke. “he can see things and is very happy, and if you saw him you wouldn’t know he had the surgery. the doctors believe he will have normal sight. they took good care of my baby.”


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To bring greenery and life into your dining room, florist extraordinaire Anne Miller recommends hanging an over-

size wreath. Decorate it with items found in nature such as pinecones, acorns and berries to enchant guests. Flank the hearth and doorway with preserved juniper topiary trees for an instant dose of warmth and intimacy.

For your holiday table, choose crisp white linens and layer them with a wide, black ribbon or runner down the center of the table and across at each place setting. This will add dimension to the table and visually anchor each setting. When it comes to flatware, glassware and china, you don’t need to have the best; you just need to know how to use what you’ve got. Don’t be afraid to mix like-colored pieces—whites with off-whites, stainless steel with silver and mercury glass

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add dimension and a punch of color at each table setting with a sculptural piece of seasonal produce like an arti-choke or pomegranate.

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or crystal with glass. Place your white china on a clear, silver or white charger—layering adds dimension to the table. To add sparkle, use clear glassware and stemware and mix styles to vary the height and look. For centerpieces, Miller says to keep the botanicals simple and seasonal. The velvety texture of Vendela roses and silvery grey Tilandisa is warm and wintry and helps create the mood for a luxurious cold-weather soiree. For an intimate dinner party, keep the arrangements under 12 inches high so as not to disrupt the festive repartee.

Bring the black-and-white theme from your mailed invitation through to the place card and menu—it’s really chic and your guests will appreciate the detail. Keep the design simple and modern, and make things easy for yourself by having your local

stationer do them for you. Place a menu on top of each napkin, then wrap the napkin and menu with ribbon or a paper strip that matches the invite (as pictured at right). Top it all off with a fresh artichoke to add unexpected texture, dimension and a punch of color.

Lastly, make sure the lighting is just right—if you don’t have dimmers on your fixtures, just use candles (always unscen- ted around food) aided by the glow from an illuminated room nearby. Cluster large mercury glass pieces and other silver objects together to bring a little sparkle to darker areas of the room. Carry elements of this onto your table by way of mercury glass votives and a few small silver objects, and you’ll have plenty of sparkle to go around during this festive season.

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1 the little things something simple like a sachet full of lavender or a bag of homemade cookies makes a nice gift for your guests. tie it off with a ribbon and an ornament and place it on their chairs.

2 get centered a dramatic flower arrangement is a great way to wow your guests. you can bring your own

vases to the florist and have him or her create arrangements that work for your table. if flowers are out of the budget, cluster like-colored objects of varying heights in the center of the table.

3 keep it coming always keep your guests’ water and cocktail glasses filled—your service is very

important and much appre-ciated. for great champagne and sparkling wine ideas, go to westchesterhealthandlife.com.

4 put it on paper despite the multitude of e-mail and web-based invite options these days, it’s a nice gesture to send guests a printed invitation to your party. Use the same style in your place

cards and menus to create a consistent theme.

5 easy does it food, especially desserts, that you can prepare beforehand (or buy) will save you time. french macaroons are always an elegant supplement to your homemade desserts, and they come in a multitude of colors to fit any theme.

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CosmetiC proCedures may help. here, a host of surgiCal and less-invasive options By Rachel RaBkin Peachman

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t’s easy to say you’d never consider plastic surgery—when you’re in your 20s. But as the years go by and you start to see the ef fects of time on your body, you may reconsider.

after all, cosmetic procedures are more accepted today than ever before. “The amount of attention that’s been placed on plastic surgery in our society—along with the actors and people in the media

who have had plastic surgery—has made it more mainstream,” says Tae ho kim, m.D., a plastic sur-geon in private practice at the new york Group for Plastic Surgery in Tarrytown, and chief of craniofacial

and Pediatric Plastic Surgery at maria Fareri children’s hospital at Westchester medical center. What’s more, due to technological advances, these procedures are more ef fective than they were in years past. So

if you’re starting to consider what you might do to help yourself look and feel younger, here’s what 10 common procedures promise—and what they require.

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nonsurgical procedures...

Laser TreaTmenTsLasers can be used to treat skin pigmen-tation (sun damage, acne scars and age spots), spider veins and fine wrinkles, to tone and tighten loose skin or to remove hair. Laser technology is always changing, so a good surgeon should be well-versed in a variety of lasers, offering you the most appropriate one for your skin issue. In general, laser beams work by lightly burning the surface layer of your skin (the epidermis) and heating the deeper layer of your skin (the dermis). as the skin heals, it regenerates new collagen and skin that is smoother and younger-looking. Depen-ding on the strength of the laser, it could take several days to two weeks before you’re ready to show your face again. Surgeon’S fee for full facial reSurfacing: $3,000 to $6,000 Surgeon’S fee for Spot

treatmentS: $1,000 to $3,000 Surgeon’S fee for

hair removal per area: $1,000 to $3,000

BoToxThe injection of botulinum toxin type a (Botox) is one of the most popular noninvasive procedures used to reduce wrinkles on the forehead and around the eyes. Botox (and a newer brand called Dysport—known as reloxin in europe) paralyzes or “relaxes” wrinkle-causing muscles so that skin appears smoother, refreshed and more youthful. “It is very effective at minimizing wrinkles, but it has to been done every three to four months to maintain the effects,” says Dr. Kim. Surgeon’S fee: $500 to $550 per area. There is

usually a discount to about $250 for each additional

area. (some surgeons charge based on units. The aver-

age price is about $20 per unit. expect at least 25 units.)

FILLersThere are a number of different injectable fillers used to smooth out facial wrinkles and plump up hollow areas of the face (or make lips bigger). a popular filler called hyaluronic acid (a.k.a. Ha fillers) is a natural substance found in our bodies. Brand names include Juvéderm, restylane and Perlane. each of these Ha fillers may be used at the corners of the mouth, in the lips, between the eyebrows and around the nasolabial folds (the area from the nose to the corner of the mouth). The fillers soften folds and create a more youthful appearance. surgeons may also inject calcium-based fillers (one popular brand is radiesse) or human fat to smooth out wrinkles. results are quick and usually last between six and nine months; in some cases results can last up to a year. Less often, surgeons will use collagen (which doesn’t

last as long as newer fillers), or a poly-L-lactic acid called sculptra, which is used to add volume to large areas of the face. sculptra requires two to three sessions, but it stimulates collagen production in your face and the effects can last two years, says Dr. Kim. Surgeon’S fee: $400

to $800 per syringe (expect at least one to two syringes

depending on your age and skin tone)

CHemICaL PeeL anD mICroDermaBrasIonDuring a chemical peel of the face (which can be done by a doctor or an esthetician), an acidic, exfoliating solution is applied that removes the outer layers of skin. The procedure takes about 20 minutes, but it’s about a week before you see results. When the skin heals, it has a tighter, smoother look. In fact, peels can soften wrinkles, help treat acne and eliminate pigmentation such as age spots. recovery time depends on the type of peel. a common peel called the trichloroacetic acid (TCa) peel “can cause major redness and gives the appearance of being badly sunburned,” says Candice Borner, an esthetician and massage therapist at Cherylyn salon north in armonk. The alpha hydroxy peels, which are the mildest peels, don’t penetrate the skin as deeply,

which means that the effects aren’t as dramatic as they are with the TCa peel, but you can expect to return to work in about a day. milder peels may be repeated every two months, while stronger peels may be repeated every six to 12 months. They may be used in conjunction with microdermabrasion, a treatment that also exfoliates the skin, stimulates circulation and cell turnover, eliminates pigmentation and minimizes wrinkles. During microderm-abrasion (which can be done by a doctor or an esthetician), the practitioner may use a device that sprays fine crystals onto the skin to remove the outermost layer of dead skin cells, or a diamond-tipped wand that removes the outer layer of skin cells, says Borner. You will likely need a series of treatments. recovery times after each session vary depending on your skin and on the intensity of the microdermabrasion, “but most people are able to go out in public within a day or two, providing they apply sunscreen of at least sPF 30, as the skin will be extra vulnerable to sun damage,” says Borner. Surgeon’S fee for

chemical peel: $850 to $1,300 eSthetician’S

fee for chemical peel: $75 to $200 Surgeon’S

fee for microdermabraSion: $300 to $400

eSthetician’S fee for microdermabraSion:

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Face-liFtWhen skin has aged and the soft tissue underneath the skin has fallen, people consider this surgical procedure to lift sagging areas around the neck, jaw, lips, cheeks and nose. Surgeons reposition and tighten the tissue under the skin for results that look more natural than the “windblown” face-lifts of years past. “We now have better approaches for face-lifts,” says Dr. Kim. “i’ve been doing more of a short-scar technique, which involves less extensive incisions at the scalp and around the ear, and it means a shorter recovery time.” a face-lift takes three to four hours to complete and is done under general anesthesia. the pro-cedure may be accompanied by eyelid or eyebrow surgery. thanks in part to special facial glues, most of the bruising and swelling post-operation should dissipate after about a week, and you will be ready to face the world—and go back to work—in about two weeks. Surgeon’S fee: $8,000 to $15,000

BreaSt augmentation anD BreaSt liFtBreast augmentation is the most commonly performed surgical cosmetic procedure, and it’s often chosen by women who are looking to restore breast shape after pregnancy or minimize the signs of aging. During this surgery, done under general anesthesia, the surgeon makes incisions under the breast, near the areola or in the armpit in order to insert a saline or silicone implant. after breast augmentation surgery, strenuous activity should be avoided for four to six weeks, but you can resume light activity after a week and return to work within a few days to a week. You may be instructed to wear a postoperative bra or compression garment. Women who are happy with the size of their breasts yet want to reduce sagging may opt for a breast lift—a surgical procedure, also done under general anesthesia, in which the surgeon makes incisions around the areola in order to remove excess skin and raise and tighten the breast tissue. Surgeon’S fee for breaSt augmentation:

$5,000 to $10,000.

this does not include the cost

of the implants, which can range from

$300 to $1,000 per implant (saline is less expensive

than silicone). Surgeon’S fee for breaSt lift:

$8,000 to $12,000

lipoSuctionliposuction is used to remove unwanted fat. But note that liposuction is not a weight-reduction procedure, says Dr. Kim. “We’re only contouring certain areas, we’re not taking away pounds,” he says. that’s because liposuction cannot remove fatty areas inside your body—surrounding your intestines, for instance. “good areas for liposuction are those where fat is difficult to lose, such as love handles,” says Dr. Kim. and keep in mind that if you gain weight after the surgery, the fat will come back. “i encourage a healthy diet and exercise to complement the liposuction,” says Dr. Kim. Surgeons may use a variety of different liposuction methods depending on the area of the body. in the most common form of liposuction (called tumescent liposuction), tiny incisions are made into the fatty area, allowing the surgeon to inject a liquid solution that constricts blood vessels and reduces blood loss and bruising. then the surgeon inserts a thin tube (called a cannula) that loosens the fat. Finally, that fat is suctioned out through the cannula. in some cases, after the liquid is injected, surgeons use power-assisted cannulas to break up the fat at a faster

rate before suctioning. in other instances, surgeons perform ultrasound-assisted liposuction (brand name: Vaser liposuction), a technique that liquefies the fat before it’s suctioned out. or surgeons might use a method called laser-assisted liposuction (brand name: Smartlipo), which is another way to break up the fat before suctioning. You’ll want to talk with your surgeon about the best procedure for you. the surgery (done under general or local anesthesia) should take two to three hours. expect discomfort and bruising for one to two weeks post-op, and note that you’ll need to wear a compression garment for a month or two following surgery. Surgeon’S fee: $4,000 to $6,000 for the first

area. there is often a reduced rate for each

subsequent area in the range of $3,000 to $5,000.

Full tummY tucKWith this procedure, you’re getting rid of loose skin in the entire stomach area and tightening the abdominal muscles. Women whose ab muscles never returned to their pre-pregnancy state are often good candidates for this procedure. liposuction may be done at the same time if it’s desired. the surgery should take between

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If you’re not quite ready to invest in a cosmetic procedure, here are other ways to keep your youthful glow.

take careGet your beauty rest. aim for eight hours of shut-eye each night. Sleep restores and repairs your entire body and gives you a refreshed appearance.be sun safe. Sun damage causes wrinkles and age spots, so wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30—even during the winter—and don hats to keep your face shaded, says Borner.eat healthy. “Maintaining a healthy diet helps your skin,” says Dr. kim. So don’t forget to eat your fruits, veggies and whole grains. also remember to drink about eight glasses of wa-ter each day to help keep your skin hydrated.exercise. keep your body toned and tight with regular workouts.kick butts. Smoking drastically affects the skin and leads to wrinkles, says Dr. kim, so kick the habit.

MakeuP the DIFFerenceexfoliate. consider using products (cleansers, toners or masks) made with alpha hydroxy acids (such as glycolic acid or lactic acid). these acids exfoliate the skin by removing dead skin cells, which can lead to the stimula-tion of collagen, a reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and a more even skin tone. use moisturizinG products. apply a non-comedogenic (one that doesn’t clog pores) moisturizing lotion to your face each morning and night after you wash to hydrate your skin. “the type of moisturizer you should use varies depending on your skin type, so ask your dermatologist, esthetician or someone at the makeup counter what might be a good product for your needs,” says Borner.apply antioxidants. Skincare products that contain antioxidants (such as vitamins c and e, and retinoids, which are derivatives of vitamin a) help regenerate skin cells, stabilize free radicals and even out skin tone. seek out anti-aGinG inGredients. try products made by established brands that have growth factors (a.k.a. human proteins), which help nourish skin and reduce wrinkles, or look for pentapeptides (such as pal-kttkS), which are composed of five amino acids that help renew the skin’s outer layer and stimulate the production of collagen and elas-tin, creating healthier, younger-looking skin.

two-and-a-half and three-and-a-half hours (additional procedures such as lipo will add more time on the operating table—and will cost more). after the operation, you will need to take it easy for about 10 days to two weeks, and some doctors recommend that you wear a compression garment. It’s helpful to start moving shortly after surgery to increase circulation, but you’ll need to discuss your level of activity with your surgeon so as to avoid going too far and undoing the effects of the surgery. Don’t expect to be doing any crunches or intense workouts for at least six to eight weeks post-op. surGeon’s fee: $6,500 to $9,500

MInI tuMMy tuckIf the upper portion of your abdomen is toned, and you are concerned only with the loose skin or fat below the belly button, you may be a candidate for a mini tummy tuck. this procedure

“the amount of attention that’s been placed on

plastic surgery in our society has made it

more mainstream.” —tae ho kIM, M.D.

requires less operating time and less recovery time than a full tummy tuck. you may be able to resume normal physical activity in two weeks to a month. surGeon’s fee: $3,500 to $5,500

eyelID SurgeryDuring this procedure, surgeons remove excess, sagging skin (and sometimes fat) around the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both in order to give the eyes a rejuvenated, younger look. Depending on what you and your surgeon decide is best for you, this procedure may be accompanied by the insertion of fillers or by an eyebrow lift or face-lift. surGeon’s fee: $4,000 to $8,000

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did you know?The spicy powder you sprinkle on your morning latte has a rich history spanning centuries. one of two varieties of cinnamon now available, ceylon (“true” cinnamon), was craved by Egyptians as early as 2000 B.C., when they imported the precious spice from its native Sri Lanka and used it to embalm dead pharaohs. Ancient Romans used ceylon as currency worth more than gold, paying tribute to the sun god Apollo by laying it in his temple as a gift. in medieval times, people appreciated ceylon for its more practical powers, such as treating sore throats and preserving meat. But this sweet treat also has a dark past: The dutch, Portugese

and English enslaved natives on the island of Ceylon (Sri Lanka’s former name) in efforts to monopolize production of ceylon and reap the pricey spice’s rewards.

By the late 18th century, however, the Arab delicacy had begun to lose prominence with the emergence of cassia cinnamon as an acceptable substitute. As early as 2800 B.C., Chinese doctors used cassia to treat colds, the flu and digestive problems. while Europeans still prefer the citrusy taste of ceylon, Americans favor cassia, made from the bark of the Cinnamomum cassia, an evergreen found throughout Asia.

PowERSCinnamon packs a lot of healthy heat: These deceptively sweet sticks are high in fiber and nutrients like calcium and iron. Studies have shown the spice can relieve arthritic pain, combat E. coli bacteria and curb the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cells. People living with diabetes may find cinnamon especially powerful, as it has been shown to regulate blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol. But beware: Cassia could cause liver irritation if you get too sprinkle-happy. Modern cooks are wise to do as the Romans did, using cinnamon as a food preservative.

cinnamon, that aromatic, sweet spice that makes holiday dishes special, has myriad health benefits—and a surprising history

Buy · SToRE · gRowCheck the supermarket for ground cassia powder. Ceylon can be found in specialty spice stores and ethnic stores. Buy small quantities so the cinnamon doesn’t go stale and lose its flavor. To crush your own cinnamon from sticks, try using a coffee grinder. Both cinnamon powder and sticks are best stored in the cool darkness of your spice drawer. —MiChELE CoRRiSTon

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ThumbprinT Gemsthese jam-filled thumbprint cookies are a safe alternative to store-bought snacks, and making the prints in the dough is a fun way for the kids to help!

IngredIenTs3 Tbs. water1 Tbs. ground flaxseed meal2¼ cups bob’s red mill all-purpose gluten-free

baking flour1½ tsp. ground cinnamon1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. salt1 tsp. xanthan gum½ tsp. ground nutmeg¼ tsp. ground allspice¼ tsp. ground cloves1 cup organic palm fruit oil shortening¾ cup packed dark brown sugar¾ cup granulated sugar1 tsp. vanilla extract½–¾ cup apricot or strawberry jam

PrePArATIon

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. mix the water and flaxseed and let sit for three to five minutes. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and powder, xanthan gum, salt and spices. set aside.

cream the shortening and sugars. add the flaxseed mixture, then continue beating, adding the vanilla extract. combine with the dry ingredients then mix—the dough will be coarse.

roll tablespoonfuls of the dough into balls and place them two inches apart on parchment-covered baking sheets. Use your finger to create an indentation in the dough and fill with ½ teaspoon of jam.

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, remove tray from oven and let sit for 10 minutes before removing the cookies.

minT paTTiesthis quick and simple treat, similar to a York Peppermint Pattie, gives you a worry-free way to enjoy the smooth mix-ture of mint and a sweet candy coating.

IngredIenTs1 lb. confectioners’ sugar (sifted)5 Tbs. organic palm fruit oil shortening2½ tsp. peppermint extract½ tsp. vanilla extract6 Tbs. Lyle’s golden syrup12 oz. gluten-, soy-, dairy-, egg- and nut-free semi-

sweet chocolate chips

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combine the sugar, 3 tablespoons of shortening, and the extracts. add Lyle’s Golden syrup and mix thoroughly. scoop the dough in a tablespoon and roll into balls; place them on parchment paper and chill for 30 minutes.

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worry-free Dessertsthe hoLIdaY season Is fULL of cLassroom PartIes, cookIe exchanges and family gatherings all calling for tasty eats. But experts estimate as many as 15 million americans have food allergies. to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth without putting anyone in danger, try one of these gluten-, dairy-, egg-, soy- and nut-free recipes from the new book Allergy-Free Desserts by elizabeth Gordon (John wiley & sons, $22.95).

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Use the bottom of a glass to press the balls into quarter-inch patties and chill for another 30 minutes.

Using a double boiler, stir the choc-olate chips and remaining shortening until melted. cool for 10 minutes.

dip the patties in the chocolate, completely coating them, and return to wax paper. dry in the refrigerator for one hour before serving.

Buckeyesthis tasty variation of the traditional ohio treat has all the flavor without any of the allergens. Buckeyes were originally made with peanut butter and chocolate; this alternative version harnesses the sweet flavor and similar consistency of marshmallow and buttercream frosting.

IngrEdIEnTs2 cups vanilla buttercream frosting (see recipe at

right)2 Tbs. and 2 tsp. sunflower seed butter24 oz. gluten-, soy-, dairy-, egg- and nut-free semi-

sweet chocolate chips2 Tbs. canola oilconfectioners’ sugar (for coating hands)

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Using a stand mixer, beat the frosting and

noTE Most ingredients are available at your local health-food store, Whole Foods or Wegmans. check with the location nearest you for availability.

sunflower seed butter until light and fluffy, then refrigerate for 30 minutes.

coat your hands in confectioners’ sugar and scoop tablespoons of the frosting, rolling them between your hands to create balls. on two baking sheets lined with parchment paper, refrigerate the balls for at least one hour or until solid.

melt the chocolate and oil in a double boiler and stir until smooth. after letting the chocolate cool for five minutes, use toothpicks to dip frosting balls in the chocolate until only a small circle is visible on top.

Place back on the baking sheets and refrigerate until chocolate is hard and shiny.

VAnILLA buTTErcrEAm FrosTIngIngrEdIEnTs2 cups organic palm fruit oil shortening2 cups marshmallow cream (see recipe at right)3 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted1 Tbs. vanilla extract½ tsp. salt

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In a stand mixer bowl, beat the marsh-mallow cream and shortening on medium-high for three minutes. scrape

the sides of the bowl; add the sugar and salt and mix until it is light and fluffy. Blend in the vanilla until thoroughly combined.

mArsHmALLow crEAmIngrEdIEnTs½ cup cold water3 packages unflavored gelatin2 cups Lyle’s golden syrup2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted1½ tsp. vanilla extract½ tsp. salt

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add the cold water to a small saucepan and sprinkle the gelatin into it. Let stand for five minutes, then add the Lyle’s Golden syrup and heat on medium, stir-ring constantly, for about five minutes or until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

Pour the mixture into a stand mixer bowl and beat for three minutes on medium speed, then 12 minutes at med-ium-high speed. (It will become fluffy and very sticky, like commercial marsh-mallow cream.)

stir in the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and salt until combined and beat on medium-high for two minutes; scrape the bowl and beat for an extra minute. —Maureen Scully

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RESTAURANT NORTH Seasonal New American fare with locally sourced ingredients, 386 Main St., 914.273.8686

ROUTE 22 RESTAURANT & BAR American cuisine in a 1930s ambience, 55 Old Route 22, 914.765.0022

BEDFORD THE BARN AT BEDFORD POST Casual dining with brunch on the weekends, 954 Old Post Rd., 914.234.7800

BISTRO 22 American and French cuisine, 391 Old Post Rd., 914.234.7333

FARMHOUSE AT BEDFORD POST Contemporary American cuisine with seasonal ingredients, 954 Old Post Rd., 914.234.7800

BEDFORD HILLSKICHO Japanese bistro featuring daily special sushi rolls, 352 N. Bedford Rd., 914.666.3332

BEDFORD VILLAGEMEETINGHOUSE FOOD AND SPIRITS Contempo-rary American fare, 635 Old Post Rd., 914.234.5656

BREWSTERTHE ARCH Fine International dining, 1292 Route 22 North, 845.279.5011

AVERSANO’S Authentic southern Italian cuisine with take-out available, 1620 Route 22 North, 845.279.2233

JAIPORE ROYAL INDIAN Fine Indian cuisine, 280 Route 22 North, 845.277.3549

RRACI’S RESTAURANT A blend of traditional and innovative Italian cuisine, 3670 Danbury Rd., 845.278.6695

BRIARCLIFF MANORAMALFI RESTAURANT Homemade Italian fare, 1112 Pleasantville Rd., 914.762.9200

DOM AND VINNIE’S RESTAURANT Italian fare with daily specials, 1872 Pleasantville Rd., 914.945.7200

FLAMES STEAKHOUSE Classic American fine din-ing, 533 N. State Rd., 914.923.3100

GUADALAJARA Festive Mexican including favorites like fajitas, 2 Union St., 914.944.4380

TERRA RUSTICA Classic Italian cuisine featur-ing salads, pastas and seafood, 550 N. State Rd., 914.923.8300

BRONXVILLEELIÁ TAVERNA Homemade Greek cuisine, 502 New Rochelle Rd., 914.663.4976

HAIKU ASIAN BISTRO Sushi and a variety of pan-Asian dishes, 56 Pondfield Rd., 914.337.5601

JAPAN INN Casual Japanese dining with out-door seating in warm months, 28 Palmer Ave., 914.337.1296

J.C. FOGARTY’S Authentic Irish and American cuisine, 60 Kraft Ave., 914.337.1122

KRAFT BISTRO Varied cuisine with Afghan accents, 104 Kraft Ave., 914.337.4545

SAMMY’S DOWNTOWN BISTRO & BAR Neighbor-hood restaurant serving American and Continental cuisine, 124 Pondfield Rd., 914.337.3200

UNDERHILLS CROSSING Seasonal American Nouvelle cuisine with a French flair, 74.5 Pondfield Rd., 914.337.1200

CARMELCUTILLO’S RESTAURANT An innovative European-American dining experience, 1196 Farmer’s Mills Rd., 845.225.8903

THAI GOLDEN Authentic Thai and Asian fare with a view of Lake Gleneida, 5 Seminary Hill Rd., 845.225.2722

VALENTINA’S Casual Italian dining, 4 Church St., 845.228.9655

CHAPPAQUACRABTREE’S KITTLE HOUSE American fare with an expansive wine cellar, 11 Kittle Rd. (off Route 117), 914.666.8044

GRAPPOLO LOCANDA Fine regional Italian cuisine, 76 King St., 914.238.5950

LE JARDIN DU ROI French bistro-style dining, 95 King St., 914.238.1368

COLD SPRINGRIVERVIEW RESTAURANT Contemporary American fare with seasonally inspired menus, 45 Fair St., 845.265.4778

CORTLANDT MANORCORTLANDT COLONIAL RESTAURANT Traditional and New American cuisine, 714 Old Albany Post Rd., 914.739.3900

LITTLE SORRENTO Homestyle Italian food, Park-side Plaza, 3565 Crompond Rd., 914.736.6767

CROSS RIVERBACCIO TRATTORIA Casual Mediterranean cuisine, 12 N. Salem Rd., 914.763.2233

HAIKU ASIAN BISTRO Serves sushi and a variety of pan-Asian dishes, Cross River Plaza, the corner of Routes 35 and 121, 914.763.9120

CROTON FALLSCROTON CREEK STEAKHOUSE AND WINE BAR American bistro-style dining, 4 W. Cross St., 914.276.0437

PRIMAVERA Regional Italian cuisine including fresh homemade pasta, 592 Route 22 North, 914.277.4580

OCEAN HOUSE New England–style seashore fare, 49 N. Riverside Ave., 914.271.0702

CROTON-ON-HUDSONCRISTINA’S RISTORANTE Family-friendly Italian restaurant, 1 Baltic Pl., 914.271.2600

MEMPHIS MAE’S Authentic Southern BBQ and comfort food, 173 S. Riverside Ave., 914.271.0125

ÜMAMI CAFÉ Creative, eclectic cuisine, 325 S. Riverside Ave., 914.271.5555

DOBBS FERRYTHE COOKERY Fine Italian comfort food in a relaxed setting, 39 Chestnut St., 914.305.2336

HALF MOON Casual American restaurant, 1 High St., 914.693.4130

HARPER’S New American cuisine, 92 Main St., 914.693.2306

TOMATILLO Authentic Mexican fare featuring in-season local ingredients, 13 Cedar St., 914.478.2300

EASTCHESTERJACKIE’S BISTRO Traditional French bistro fare, 434 White Plains Rd., 914.337.8447

PIPER’S KILT American pub food, 433 White Plains Rd., 914.779.5772

ELMSFORDICHI RIKI Japanese cuisine and sushi, 1 E. Main St., 914.592.2220

PETE’S SALOON & RESTAURANT Casual bar and eatery with live entertainment, 8 W. Main St., 914.592.9849

GARRISONTAVERN AT HIGHLANDS COUNTRY CLUB New American dining, 955 Route 9D, 845.424.3254

VALLEY RESTAURANT AT THE GARRISON Contemporary fine dining featuring American farm-to-table cuisine, 2015 Route 9, 845.424.2339

HARRISONEMILIO RISTORANTE Authentic regional Italian cuisine, 1 Colonial Pl., 914.835.3100

TRATTORIA VIVOLO Fine Italian dining, 301 Halstead Ave., 914.835.6199

HARTSDALECAFFÉ AZZURRI Fine dining with eclectic menu and wine bar, 20 N. Central Ave., 914.358.5248

VEGA Classic Mexican cuisine in a contemporary setting, 187-189 E. Hartsdale Ave., 914.723.0010

HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONBUFFET DE LA GARE Romantic French dining, 155 Southside Ave., 914.478.1671

HARVEST ON HUDSON Mediterranean cuisine, 1 River St., 914.478.2800

JUNIPER Charming casual BYO serving New Ameri-can cuisine, 575 Warburton Ave., 914.478.2542

HAWTHORNEGASHO OF JAPAN Hibachi steak house, 6 Saw Mill River Rd., 914.592.5900

TRAMONTO Classic as well as innovative Italian favorites, 27 Saw Mill River Rd., 914.347.8220

IRVINGTONCHUTNEY MASALA Indian bistro with dishes cooked in a tandoor clay oven, 4 W. Main St., 914.591.5500

MIMA Home-cooked Italian fare with a wine bar, 63 Main St., 914.591.1300

RED HAT ON THE RIVER French bistro classics and seasonal American cuisine, 1 Bridge St., 914.591.5888

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JEFFERSON VALLEYFRANKIE & AUGIE’Z Italian pizzeria with a traditional brick oven, 3673 Hill Blvd., 914.245.9241

KATONAHBLUE DOLPHIN RISTORANTE Fine Italian dining, 175 Katonah Ave., 914.232.4791

LAKE MAHOPACMARCO Eclectic New American fare, 612 Route 6, 845.621.1648

LARCHMONTGLOBE BAR & GRILL Seafood, pasta and steaks with a lively bar scene, 1879 Palmer Ave., 914.833.8600

LUSARDI’S Authentic, fine Mediterranean cuisine, 1885 Palmer Ave., 914.834.5555

PLATES New American menu with Italian, French and Asian accents, 121 Myrtle Blvd., 914.834.1244

MAHOPACHOLY SMOKE High-quality barbecue with live music, 241 Route 6 North, 845.628.9795

MAMARONECKHAIKU ASIAN BISTRO Serves sushi and a variety of pan-Asian dishes, 265 Mamaroneck Ave., 914.381.3200

LE PROVENÇAL BISTRO Mediterranean and French fare, 436 Mamaroneck Ave., 914.777.2324

ZITOUNE Festive Moroccan eatery, 1127 W. Boston Post Rd., 914.835.8350

MILLWOODSPACCARELLI’S RISTORANTE Italian eatery emphasizing Abruzzese cuisine, 238 Saw Mill River Rd., 914.941.0105

MONTROSEINDIA HOUSE RESTAURANT Traditional Indian cuisine, 2089 Albany Post Rd., 914.736.0005

MOUNT KISCOLEFTERIS GYRO II Casual Greek dining, 190 E. Main St., 914.242.8965

POUR CAFÉ & WINE BAR Boutique wines and spirits from around the world, cheese and tapas, 241 Main St., 914.864.0606

MOUNT VERNONTHE BAYOU Cajun cuisine with live blues and zydeco music, 580 Gramatan Ave., 914.668.2634

BUONA SERA Fine Italian fare in a Tuscan-style atmosphere, 546 Gramatan Ave., 914.665.9800

HOUSE OF SOUL Authentic Southern cuisine, 65 E. Prospect Ave., 914.663.7685

NEW ROCHELLEDON COQUI Authentic Puerto Rican dishes, 115 Cedar St., 914.637.3737

CITY CHOW HOUSE Modern take on classic American comfort food, 1 Radisson Plaza, 914.576.4141

THE GNARLY VINE Tapas and wine bar, 501 E. Main St., 914.355.2541

LITTLE MEXICAN CAFE Authentic Mexican cuisine, 581 Main St., 914.636.3926

SPADARO Inspired Italian cuisine, 211 E. Main St., 914.235.4595

NORTH SALEMVOX Contemporary French and American cuisine, 721 Titicus Rd., 914.669.5450

NORTH WHITE PLAINSMILONGA Argentinian/Italian-style tapas restaurant, 577 N. Broadway, 914.358.1444

OSSININGBRASSERIE SWISS Authentic Swiss cuisine, 118 Croton Ave., 914.941.0319

WOBBLE CAFE Child-friendly American restaurant, 21 Campwoods Rd. #102, 914.762.3459

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peeKsKilldiVision street Grill healthy, robust food with a contemporary american flair, 26 n. division st., 914.739.6380

ZePhs’ global soul food, 638 central ave., 914.736.2159

pelhamBistro rollin French bistro cuisine, 142 Fifth ave., 914.633.0780

la fontanella Fine northern italian cuisine, 115 wolf’s ln., 914.738.3008

lola’s tea hoUse comfortable spot for tea and lunch or dessert, 130 Fifth ave., 914.738.2100

pleasantvilleiron horse Grill contemporary american cuisine in an intimate setting, 20 wheeler ave., 914.741.0717

pocantico hillsBlUe hill at stone Barns local, seasonal cuisine using many ingredients from the restaurant’s own farm, 630 Bedford rd., 914.366.9600

port chesternessa relaxed italian eatery, 325 n. main st., 914.939.0119

Q restaUrant & Bar authentic midwestern barbecue, 112 main st., 914.933.riBs

the willett hoUse Fine steak house, 20 willett ave., 914.939.7500

pound ridgedinardo’s authentic italian cuisine, 76 westchester ave., 914.764.4024

north star american-fusion cuisine with live music every thursday, 85 westchester ave., 914.764.0200

purdYsthe BlaZer clUB relaxed irish restaurant and pub known for its burgers, 440 route 22, 914.277.4424

rYefranKie & Johnnie’s traditional steak house with an extensive wine list, 77 purchase st., 914.925.3900

la PanetiÈre contemporary French cuisine, 530 milton rd., 914.967.8140

whitBY castle american cuisine, 330 Boston post rd., 914.777.2053

scarsdalethe 808 Bistro italian fusion fare and a full bar, 808 scarsdale ave., 914.722.0808

chat american Grill steaks, seafood and sand-wiches, 1 christie pl., 914.722.4000

meritaGe new american cuisine in a chic, manhat-tan-style setting, 1505 weaver st., 914.472.8484

ZaZa traditional italian fare, 753 central ave., 914.472.4005

shruB oaKBanGKoK sPice Fine thai and asian cuisine, 1161 e. main st., 914.245.3690

sleepY hollowBridGe View taVern comforting pub fare, 226 Beekman ave., 914.332.0078

tYrYnda thai thai cuisine in a soothing atmosphere, 128 cortlandt st., 914.524.5003

wasaBi casual Japanese restaurant featuring sushi, sashimi and hot dishes, 279 n. Broadway, 914.332.7788

somersil forno traditional italian trattoria using fresh, local ingredients, 343 route 202, 914.277.7575

lUce northern italian fare with pasta, seafood, veal and chicken, 252 route 100, 914.232.8080


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traditions 118 gourmet american fare with ital-ian influences, 11 old tomahawk st., 914.248.7200

south salemone twentY three italian, american and mediterranean cuisine, 407 smith ridge rd., 914.533.2570

le chÂteaU classic French dishes in a tudor mansion, at the corner of routes 35 and 123, 914.533.6631

tarrYtowneQUUs restaUrant French fare served at castle on the hudson, 400 Benedict ave., 914.631.3646

lefteris GYro casual greek eatery, 1 n. Broad-way, 914.524.9687

sweet Grass Grill creative local fare, 24 w. main st., 914.631.0000

thornwoodaBis JaPanese restaUrant traditional Japa-nese cuisine and steak house hibachi, 14 marble ave., 914.741.5100

JohnnY’s Bar & Grill a variety of american favorites, 665 commerce st., 914.773.5982

tucKahoean american Bistro Bright eatery featuring quesadillas, lamb and chicken, 296 columbus ave., 914.793.0807

valhallamUGhal Palace indian cuisine with the addition of muglai cuisine, which fuses indian and middle eastern elements, 16 Broadway, 914.997.6090

west harrisonaQUario seafood and Brazilian and portuguese cuisine, 141 e. lake st., 914.287.0220

white plainsaBerdeen authentic chinese fare served in a casual setting, 3 Barker ave., 914.288.0188

asian temPtation modern Japanese and asian cuisine, 23 mamaroneck ave., 914.328.5151

BlUe asian-influenced american fare featuring osso bucco, 99 church st., 914.220.0000

citY limits diner traditional american diner with an eclectic menu, 200 central ave., 914.686.9000

craVe Bar & Grill american bistro with sunday brunch, 324 central ave., 914.684.8855

emma’s ale hoUse traditional irish pub fare, 68 gedney way, 914.683.3662

42 elegant american eatery, 1 renaissance sq., 914.761.4242

the meltinG Pot Fondue restaurant with an intimate atmosphere, 30 mamaroneck ave., 914.993.6358

morton’s outpost of the chicago-based steak house, 9 maple ave., 914.683.6101

mUlino’s traditional northern italian cuisine, 99 court st., 914.761.1818

sUshi nanse traditional sushi dining, 522 mama-roneck ave., 914.285.5351

YonKersfranK PePe tile-oven pizzeria with authentic ital-ian dishes, 1955 central park ave., 914.961.8284

X2o XaViars on the hUdson eclectic fare with a vibrant lounge, 71 water grant st., 914.965.1111

ZUPPa innovative italian with homemade pasta, 59 main st., 914.376.6500

YorKtown Peter Pratt’s inn new american fare in a rustic setting, 673 croton heights rd., 914.962.4090

YorKtown heightsmUrPhY’s casual pub grub with classic irish dishes, 355 Kear st., 914.962.1800


DEC 10–18 New York Theatre Ballet will perform the time- honored story of Clara Silberhaus and her beloved nutcracker prince in The NuTcracker at Florence Gould Hall in New York City. This production is only an hour long, designed for children ages 3 to 10. Tickets: $25–$35 (adults), $20–$30 (children under 12). For more information, including times, visit nytb.org.

DEC 11, 18 Visit the Locust Grove estate for a holiday huNT. Children will navigate a Nutcracker-themed scavenger hunt through the historic mansion, which is decorated for the season. Next, they will return to the Museum Pavilion for cookies, cider and per-formances of popular holiday stories. Tickets: $10 (adults), $8 (children). Visit lgny.org for details.

DEC 11, JAN 29 Let your children’s imagination run wild at The GreaT WesTchesTer Toy aNd TraiN shoW, the largest show of its kind in the Northeast, held at the Westchester County Center in White

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Plains, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Visit westchester toytrain.com for more information.

DEC 16–18 Glee and High School Musical fans will savor the Sleepy Hollow Per forming Artists’ production of Nyc: a TeeNaGe WiNTer dream, at the Irvington Town Hall Theatre, 7:30 p.m. (Fri., Sat.) and 2:30 p.m. (Sun.). Set on New York’s Upper East Side and featuring current and classic holiday music, this original piece follows young teenagers in love for a holiday per formance appropriate for the whole family. Tickets: $18. For details, go to irvingtontheater.com.

THROUGH DEC 31 Enjoy the best of the big city without the crowds. The Katonah Museum of Art’s exhibition NeW york, NeW york! The 20Th ceNTury features paintings, sculptures and photographs that showcase New York City. To learn more, visit katonah museum.org or call 914.232.9555.

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JAN 22 Make a New Year’s resolution to get a mind–body makeover at yoGa BooTcamp at Westchester Yoga Arts, 8–9:30 a.m. This class will feature poses intended to tone and firm, combined with stretches and meditation. The workshop will kick off a 12-week series, and participants who complete at least 10 classes earn a $35 gift certificate to the studio. Visit westchesteryogaarts.com.

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SUPPORT GROUPSHEPATITIS C SUPPORT GROUPMeets every other Wednesday,6–8 p.m., in the Cedarwood HallConference Room on the first floor. Call 914.493.7641.

HOSPITAL SUPPORT GROUP Meets every Wednesday, 2–3 p.m., 6 South Patient Lounge. Call 914.493.1151.

LIVING WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSISFor information about the group, call the Behavioral Health Center Out-patient Department at 914.493.2621.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUPMeets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, 6–7:30 p.m. Call 914.493.1573.

SPECIAL EVENTSGo to westchestermedicalcenter.com/events to learn more about our events for 2012.

GIRLS' NIGHT OUTFebruary 2, 7 p.m.,DoubleTree Hotel, TarrytownGet ready, ladies! Last year more than 300 women from around the region were filled with energy and enthusiasm when they attended this wildly outra-geous, extremely hilarious and positively fun event. The all-inclusive $100 ticket covers dinner, cocktails and a per for-mance by comedienne Cory Kahaney. Proceeds from the event benefit West-chester Heart & Vascular at Westchester Medical Center. For more information, visit westchestermedicalcenter.com/GNO or call 914.493.2575.

"GO THE DISTANCE"KICKOFF BREAKFASTFebruary 11, 9:30 a.m.Patients, families, friends and supporters of Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center will kick

off the annual “Go the Distance” walk and family fun day at a breakfast where guests will learn team building and fundraising strategies. This is a fun,energetic morning for the whole family, and kids are welcome! Guests will also be the fi rst to meet the newly designated “Go the Distance” Grand Marshal as he or she is announced at this breakfast gathering. Call 914.493.2575 or visit westchestermedicalcenter.com/walk for more information.

LEARNING FOR LIFELearning for Life is Westchester Medical Center’s series of free educational seminars on topics relating to your health. For additional information or to register, visitwestchestermedicalcenter.com orcall 877.WMC.DOCS. WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY SEMINARSDecember 8, January 12 and 26,4:30 p.m., Conference Center, Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital. If you are overweight, you may be a candi-

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Upon arrival, guests are personally welcomed by staff and given a short tour of the property. The main house (circa 1795) is rich in history, having been owned and occupied by nobel Prize–winning writer sinclair Lewis and his wife, journalist Dorothy Thompson. They’re considered the “twin spirits of Twin Farms,” and their artistry is honored with contemplative landscaping and bold combinations of art and architecture found throughout the several free-standing properties located on 300 acres of woods and meadows.

Your most difficult task in planning a visit to Twin Farms will be deciding which accommodations most delight your senses. Within the Main House, there are four suites decorated by the late Jed Johnson to complement the traditional new England architecture. Toile drapery, quilt-covered feather beds and thick, hand-made rugs laid on original pine boards create a warm, relaxed atmosphere. If traditional décor

isn’t your cup of tea, look beyond the Main House to the Lodge (with two suites) or the Farmhouse at Copper Hill (with four). For a truly private experience, reserve one of the 10 “cottages.” During my visit, I stayed in the modern studio, complete with cathedral ceiling, original artwork by Frank stella, lofted sleeping space with views into the woods and a giant copper tub, good for an afternoon soak after ski-ing one of the six private downhill runs.

For those looking for more winter fun, the resort maintains a 100´ x 50´ ice rink. Ice skates are kept warm for guests, and steaming hot mugs of cocoa and treats from the pastry chef are just a request away. An outdoor fire warms your mittens as you enjoy a drink with friends.

In case you’ve forgotten you’re at Twin Farms to relax, visit the “out of the Woods” spa. The “Ultimate Body Treat-ment” offers a full hour and 45 minutes of other-worldly relaxation and includes body exfoliation, a hydrotherapy session, a deep-sea body wrap and a refreshing massage. (Guests may also request spa services within their accommodations.) nearby is the free-standing Furo, a Japanese-style, 104-degree indoor soak-ing pool. Make sure to reserve a time in the Furo in advance of your stay.

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Indian Point has invested over a billion dollars to upgrade and strengthen all our operations in recent years. We have layers upon layers of safety and security systems, so there are back-ups to the back-ups.

Every day, we plan and train to expect the unexpected.

An equivalent gas-fired power plant would emit millions of tons of pollutants a year into the air we breathe. And the independent experts in charge of New York’s electric grid have said

that the city could face rolling blackouts throughout the New York area without Indian Point.

All of us have a right to know why Indian Point is Right For New York.

About 25 PERCENt oF thE PowER usEd iN NEw YoRk CitY ANd wEstChEstER,

with ViRtuALLY No EMissioNs. Now thAt’s RiGht FoR NEw YoRk.

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