Indianapolis Recorder, Indianapolis, Marion County, 23 June 2000 — Page 26

FRIDAY, JUNE 23,2000 ■ PAGE C8

A hM rf

An easy way to make child car seats more secure (NAPSA) — Every day parents face the struggle of trying to secure their child's car seat tightly enough. They push and they pull, they work in tandem, they try standing, leaning, putting their knees on the seat, trying any way they can to make their infant carrier, car seat or booster seat secure. Their efforts and concerns are justified. A National Safe Kids Campaign study found that at least 63 percent of all car seats are not secured tightly enough by the seat belts. Only a tight seat belt can prevent the dangerous tipping or side-to-side movement that happens during everyday travel and especially in accidents. Fortunately, an innovative solution is finally available to make it easier for parents to buckle kids in safely. It's called Mighty-Tite, a car seat belt tightener that allows any adult to tighten a car seat in seconds. “In addition to eliminating the classic seat belt struggle that all parents face when installing car seats, Mighty-Tite also offers peace of mind that the car seat is secure," notes Jack Rossin, director of marketing for Sunshine Kids Juvenile Products, the maker of Mighty-Tite. MightyTite attaches easily to any seat belt, removes slack and tightens the belt effortlessly with just a few clicks of the handle, providing a more secure car seat installation. Mighty-Tite can be used with all types of infant carriers, car seats and booster seats (with an attached harness) in all vehicles, requires no assembly and is completely portable, which means it can easily be transported to grandparents or other caregivers. The only seat belt tightener on the market, Mighty-Tite has undergone rigorous testing to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for children up to 60 lbs. When the Mighty-Tite prototype was introduced at the Juvenile Product Manufacturer Association's tradeshow in 1999, it won the “Show Off Award. Take the test yourself. Your child safety seat should not be able to move more than one inch from side to side. If it does, then Mighty-Tite. which sells for under $20, may be what you are looking for. Mighty-Tite is sold at Babies "R" Us and at specialty stores nationw ide. Check w w w.mighntite.com to find the store closest to vou or call them directly at <m> 336-7909.

fi-J.

»!** \ 2 * S

1\

More than 80 percent of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men 65 and older.

Prostate cancers risk factors Researchers have found several factors that are consistently associated with an increased risk of developing

prostate cancer. These factors are:

AGE: The chances of having prostate cancer increase rapidly after age 50. More than 80 percent of all prostate

cancers are diagnosed in men over age 65.

RACE: Prostate cancer is about twice as common among African-American men as it is among Caucasian men. DIET: Men who eat a lot of fat in their diet have a greater chance of developing prostate cancer. Recent research also suggests that a diet high in calcium and low in fructose (fruit sugar) will increase the risk for prostate cancer. FAMILY HISTORY: Prostate cancer seems to run in families. Having a father or brother with prostate cancer doubles a man's risk of developing the disease. We still do not know exactly what causes prostate cancer. However, current information on prostate cancer risk factors suggests that some cases of prostate cancer can

be prevented.

One possible risk factor that can be changed is diet. A diet low in fat and consisting mostly of vegetables, fruits, and grains is associated with reduced risk of prostate

\ m

f M

TO YOUR HEALTH cancer. Tomatoes (raw, cooked or tomato products such as sauces or ketchup), grapefruit and watermelon are rich in lycopenes. These vitamin-like substances are antioxidants that help prevent damage to DNA and may help lower

prostate cancer risk.

The Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial is a study (currently under way) of more than 18,000 men to determine whether medications to lower andfogen levels (male hormones known to be important in promoting the growth of normal and cancerous prostate cells) will help to reduce prostate cancer risk. Because prostate cancers form slowly, it is expected to take a few years before an answer is

available.

For more information on prostate cancer, call the Health Information Library, <317)338-6868or toll free (877)8266868. Source: American Cancer Society Prostate Cancer

Resource Center.

Does your child have a heart problem? Heart disease and children: Sounds Iike an improbable combination? After all, isn'l heart disease the leading killer of adults? The truth of the matter is nearly I out of every 100 infants born each year has a heart defect. Sometimes the defect is so mild there are no outward symptoms. In other cases, it’s so severe that the newborn becomes ill soon after birth. And in some cases, signs and symptoms develop in later childhood. Nearly all can be treated with few. if any. lasting side effects. How can you tell if your infant has a heart problem? According to Dr. Sanjay Parikh, pediatric cardiologist at the Children's Heart Center, a child w ith a heart problem may have: • Rapid breathing • Bluish color to the skin • Difficulty feeding and poor weight gain • Frequent respiratory infections (pneumonia, bronchilitis) • High blood pressure With the addition of the Children's Heart Center, the Indiana Heart Institute at St. Vincent Hospital is able to offer the most comprehensive cardiac care available in the Midwest. From prevention and screening through diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation, the Children's Heart Center and the Indiana Heart Institute offer the expertise of more than 100 cardiac specialists. The care team includes a pediatric cardiovascular surgeon, pediatric cardiologists.

Research says one out of every 100 Infants has a heart defect. pediatric advance practice nurses, pediatric anesthesiologists, pediatric intensive care physicians and the full resources of St. Vincent Hospital. For more information about the Children's Heart Center at St. Vincent Hospital or to request a FREE CDROM. call the St. Vincent CARE Line at 338-CARE or toll free <888) 338-CARE.

MW#

Don’t let asthma slow you down. Exercise tips for persons with asthma Do several minutes of exercise cause you to wheeze or cough? If so, you should talk to your doctor about exercise^ induced asthma (EIA). Symptoms occur after five to 10 minutes of strenuous exercise and include: • Shortness of breath : I •Coughing V • Wheezing • Tightening of the chest Usually the symptoms resolve themselves within half an hour. In rare cases, late-onset of exercise-induced asthma may occur. In this case, symptoms occur between four and 12 hours after strenuous exercise. If you have any of these symptoms, talk to a doctor who is experienced in asthma treatment. Luckily, the disorder is usually managed well with medication, allowing athletes to stay as active as they desire. If left untreated, individuals who experience the symptoms often.back out of sports. More than 90 percent of individuals who have asthma suffer from exercise-induced asthma (EIA), says Dr. David Harsha, a family practice physician specializing in sports medicine. Of individuals who have allergic rhinitis, about 40 percent are likely to also have EIA. After discussing your symptoms, your doctor may do some testing to determine if you have EIA. A pulmonary function test can be done after exercise to assess your airway flow. If you are diagnosed with EIA, your doctor may prescribe some medications to help alleviate your symptoms. Usually, medications come in an inhaler form. The most common treatment involvesdrugscalledbeta-agonists(such as Albuterol) that help to open up the airways. The medication is inhaled 15-30 minutes before exercise to prevent symptoms. Another medication that may be needed is an antiinflammatory drug such as Tilade or Nedocromil, which improves your ability to avoid an asthma attack. Other medications, such as steroids, can help if symptoms aren't adequately controlled by these first-line defenses. To help prevent EIA attacks, warm up well before exercising, and exercise on a regular basis. If you have allergies, avoid the allergens (i.e. dust, pollution) that affect you. Some sports are better than others for asthma sufferers; Dr. Harsha says underwater scuba diving is about the only activity that asthmatics should definitely avoid, because It can be life-threatening if an individual suffers an attack under water. Swimming is one of the best sports to participate in. because of the warm, moist air. Running outdoors is on the other end of the spectrum, because dry, polluted air can cause problems. ;*•: For more information about St. Vincent Sports Medicine, call the St. Vincent CARELine at 338-CARE.

Spice up outdoor fun and grill a seasoned steak

In innovative new product Ightene child car seat belts luickly and easily.

(NAPSA) — Cookouts are a highlight of summer, and one of the simplest and most popular candidates for outdoor grilling is steak. Nothing tastes better than a well-seared cut of beef that's seasoned and cooked to a pleasing pink in the middle. Texas Wildfire Steak Marinade is a flavorful choice for even the most no\ ice backyard cooks. It's easy to mix. and with a coating of lime juice, barrel-aged Tabasco brand Pepper Sauce, red wine, dry mustard and dried marjoram and thyme, your steak will have a taste that will heat up outdoor fun. So enjoy the summer season and grill with glory! Texas Wildfire Steak Marinade 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup lime juice 1 teaspoon Tabasco brand Pepper Sauce 1/2 cup red wine

1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon each dried marjoram and thyme 4 pounds whole flank steak, trimmed Combine vegetable oil, lime juice apd Tabasco sauce in shallow baking dish. Stir in wine, dry mustard. salt and dried marjoram and thyme. Mix well. Lightly score both sides of steak. Place in shallow baking dish with marinade: cover. Refrigerate 6 to 8 hours or overnight. Remove meat from marinade and place on grill. Brush with marinade. Grill over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until center is medium rare or until desired doneness, brushing with marinade as needed. Slice thinly on diagonal. Makes 8 servings.