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HEALTH & WELLNESS

There has been a lot of talk about a new trend in the Beauty World. -Threading. I know most of you have heard of it and many have tried it out. Although threading is very popular, there are lots of people

that have not tried threading. You may have seen a thread-ing kiosks in your local mall but never gave it a try, because threading appeared to be painful. Some people are curious about the procedure but prefer to stick to their old way of waxing because they do not know enough about threading. But if people had a little more knowledge on this not-so-new technique, I guarantee their whole perception would change.

What We knoWDating back over 5,000 years ago, the art of threading

began in India, spreading throughout the Middle East and Europe. As of late, threading has been gaining a lot of popu-larity in North America due its perks while being compared to waxing. Mastering the art of threading most definitely takes a lot of time and practice. But once perfected, tech-nicians are able to shape their clients’ eyebrows to fit their unique personalities.

The 5-7 minute process is simply done by using a sin-gle strand of cotton string to remove the hairs by or clos-est to the roots. Facial threading of the eyebrows, upper lip, chin and or sideburns creates clean lines while purifying the whole face. Unlike waxing, this is 100% natural, fast, safe and the most effective method of hair removal. Most of the people who break out from waxing never experience it after threading. It even leaves your skin nice and smooth, giving it a clean and silky look afterwards.

Depending on the type of hair an individual has, full

re-growth can range anywhere from 2-8 weeks. Over time, your hair becomes more sparse and finer. While recom-mended by dermatologists, they also say it’s an excellent method for those who use Accutane, RetinA or any other acne medication. Not to mention, many people will tell you that threading is a painless experience.

Ready to toss the hot wax and tweezers yet?■

A talented and well sought out threading technician has plans to take the beauty industry by storm. Neha Gupta took an interest in facial threading in India over 20 years ago. After working in several salons, Neha

opened her own location back in 2008. Now she is the success-ful owner of Neha Threading Salon and Spa in Pikesville MD and a new location in Canton an upscale community located in Baltimore City. Neha introduced a gentle touch combined with a vitalizing Indian head massage to threading. This sig-nature touch to the threading process made Neha and her unique talent stand out amongst others. Neha has plans to expand her business to different areas in Baltimore by opening more locations in the near future. This expansion will enable more people to experience this unique style of threading.

The RiSe Of ThReaDinG:Taking Over The American Beauty

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about neha Gupta

“Mastering the art of threading most definitely takes

a lot of time and practice.”

By Jamisa D. echols

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

I often have patients saying they just don’t feel well, and ARE sure the problem is Lymes disease or adrenal gland failure. Often when they are questioned it be-comes apparent that a major contributor to their feel-

ing poorly is a chronic sleep deficit. A good night’s sleep is a critical component of being

and staying well. Studies demonstrate that interrupted sleep patterns have detrimental effects on the immune system leaving one more susceptible to infections and other ill-nesses. Chronic sleep deficits can produce body pain that is identical to the debilitating syndrome called Fibromyalgia.

Sleep deprivation is epidemic in our society. Reasons for this include ever-increasing sources of stress and stim-ulation (like the 24 hour news cycle and addiction to email and internet), the need to keep up with the global economy, and ever mounting demands on our lives.

Hormonal changes (such as menopause) often produce sleep disruption due to night sweats and hot flashes as well as do the effects of estrogen deprivation on the brain. Men who experience low testosterone can also have problems with sleep.

Pain syndromes like fibromyalgia or other arthritic conditions can interrupt a healthy sleep pattern due to the inability to lie in a comfortable position and the resultant pain waking the person up. This results in a vicious circle with the patient unable to sleep well due to the pain, but a classic problem of poor sleep is increasing pain. Thus the patient is trapped in a loop of pain and sleeplessness.

A very common problem is Sleep Apnea, which literal-ly means not breathing during sleep. In this condition the flow of oxygen into the lungs is interrupted so much that the patient is practically suffocating. This lack of oxygen is terrible for the brain, the heart and the rest of the body. This is usually due to extra tissue blocking the airway but can be due to brain malfunction so that the normal control of breathing while we sleep is disrupted. People with sleep ap-nea are usually exhausted during the day, frequently have trouble losing weight, and are at risk for other medical is-sues including heart disease. As well, partners and spouses of people with Sleep Apnea or Restless Legs end up having their sleep impacted!

Finally thyroid and adrenal issues can cause sleep prob-lems. There are people who fall under the category of “tired but wired”. They are exhausted all day long, but as night

comes they actually begin to have a surge of energy and cannot sleep.

Without good sleep there is no way to function at our peak or feel our best. Sleep issues must be approached from the perspective of the whole individual, looking at their en-vironment, lifestyle, diet, family history, habits, as well as their hormonal and nutritional status. In most cases a big difference can be made with both their sleep and overall health.■

Dr.Weiss completed his undergraduate work at University of Virginia and is a graduate of McGill University Medical School; he completed his Internship at the University of Hawaii and Residency at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Boston. As head of Annapolis Integrative Medicine, Dr. Weiss specializes in preventative health, alternative approaches to wellness, and treating complex issues including CFS and Fibromyalgia.

THE HIDDEN KEy To WEll BEINGSleep:

By alan Weiss, MD

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BUSINESSBUSINESS

Hollywood actor, Paul Walker, died in 2013 with approxi-mately 32 vehicles. Several years later, there is a lawsuit

filed by his estate to recover missing ve-hicles, or renumeration of their value. A car is an asset that many of us depend on in our daily lives to get to work, take the kids to school and run our errands. We put many efforts into caring for our vehicles, so we want our family to enjoy it after we are gone. Even if one car or a collection, it is important to plan so transfer will occur easily at death. Inso-doing, it is a good idea to review the title of the car, if it has a lien and who will have access to it.

When sitting down to plan your es-tate, your car should be discussed with your estate planning attorney. There are several options in how to leave your vehicle. First, you may choose for your car to be left through a specific bequest in your Will or Trust. You may want to consider who needs a vehicle, where does the person live to whom you want to leave it, and if that individual has the ability to maintain and insure the car. Second, you may choose not to leave it specifically, but direct your Person-al Representative or Trustee to sell the vehicle and distribute the proceeds to an individual or class of family mem-bers. Also, you may give discretion to your fiduciary to donate your vehicle to charity. Estate documents allow for other planning language and should be discussed with your attorney in order to help meet your specific goals.

In some cases, an owner may choose to designate a beneficiary prior to death. In Maryland, the MVA now provides a form that the registered owner on the title can select an individual to receive ownership of the vehicle upon their death. As the designation must be made prior to the death of the individual, the vehicle will not be considered part of the probate estate. Therefore, a Letter

of Administration will not be neces-sary to present at the MVA to complete the transfer. There are certain require-ments and guidelines that must be met to utilize this method and are available through agency publications.

In planning ahead, it is prudent to advise your Personal Representative or Trustee the location of your keys, or spare key. Also, it is essential to provide current information on who insures your vehicle and whether there are any liens against the vehicle, including judgments, secured notes or other outstanding legal issues. In addition, it is recommended to keep a list of all makes and models of ve-hicles, especially as it is common that an estate may have several vehicles.

In keeping a list with information and the location regarding the vehicles, it may assist your estate to track your assets. Also, it will help your fiduciary plan if there is an outstanding lease, loan or lien on the vehicle to avoid potential issues, unexpected repossession, or loss of value to your estate. In addition, it may help prevent unauthorized usage of your vehicle after your death and possi-bly cause a liability issue for the estate if there is an accident or other mishap. Your estate will usually keep the vehicle parked until proper transfer and distri-bution can occur.

Considering these recommenda-tions should ease the administration of your estate and help your family enjoy the vehicles.■

What happens WithMy Vehicles at My Death?

By attorney Victor a. Lembo

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Massage is a general term for pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments. Massage therapists typically use their hands and fingers for massage, but may also use their forearms, elbows and even feet. Massage may range from light stroking to deep pressure.

There are many different types of massage, including these common types:• SwedishMassage. This is a gentle form of massage that uses long

strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration and tapping to help relax and energize you.

• DeepMassage. This massage technique uses slower, more-forceful strokes to target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, commonly to help with muscle damage from injuries.

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While more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found massage may also be helpful for:Anxiety ● Digestive disorders ● Fibromyalgia ● Headaches ● Insomnia related to stress ● Myofascial pain syndrome ● Paresthesias and nerve pain ● Soft tissue strains or injuries ● Sports injuries ● Temporomandibular joint pain

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