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The Independent, Canadian Statesman Weekender, Bowmanville, Saturday, April 16,1994 15 By Dr. Kathlynn M. Hoch, D.C. Osteoporosis In osteoporosis, which primarily affects women, a lack of calcium or calcium absorption is the major cause, resulting in a gradual loss of bone mass. This decreased bone mass, causes "brittle bones", fractures, fractures, decreased height, pain in hips and back and eventual spinal curvature. curvature. Some causes of osteoporosis in- The Liquor Control Board of Ontario Ontario hard hit by the burgeoning black market in beverage alcohol, organized organized the first-ever international symposium on liquor smuggling and illegal alcohol manufacturing. The event, held April 12 and 13 at Toronto's Toronto's Holiday Inn on King, was entitled entitled "Not a Victimless Crime." This theme reflects the reality that the illicit illicit alcohol market has many victims, victims, including those who consume illegal liquor, whose health is at risk; those who work in the legitimate alcohol alcohol industry, whose jobs are at risk and governments, whose -revenue losses affect their ability to pay for social and capital programs that benefit benefit all citizens. Invited guests at the symposium include law enforcement officials from across Canada and the U.S., provincial judges and federal and provincial Crown attorneys, spokes- people of the beverage alcohol trade and representatives of provincial liquor liquor jurisdictions. "By bringing together people engaged engaged in various aspects of the fight against these crimes, we hope to come up with new approaches that will help all of us do our part in shutting shutting down the illicit market," explained explained Andrews. Brandt, Chair and CEO of the LCBO. "The problem of illicit alcohol is increasing by leaps and bounds. With smugglers switching their attention from cigarettes to alcohol, and with more and more illegal wine being made and sold, the need for a coordinated coordinated and comprehensive solution solution to the growing black market in alcohol has never been greater," he adds. The LCBO estimates that about 15 per cent of Ontario's annual $5.4 billion beverage alcohol market - about $800 million - is currently being being lost to the underground economy. LCBO transfer payments to the Provincial Provincial Treasury have shrunk $90 million in just two years: from $676 million in fiscal 1991 - 1992 to $585 million for the recently ended fiscal 1993-94. While there are other contributing contributing factors at play - the recession, recession, changing demographics and lifestyles, and legitimate cross-border shopping - the LCBO believes the largest portion of the decline is attributed attributed to the illicit market. Awards Presented At Annual Meeting Production Awards were presented presented at the recently held annual meeting meeting of the Durham West Dairy Herd Improvement Association. Keith and Peter Doble of Verdure- lea Jerseys, Sunderland, were awarded awarded the Highest Herd Average Award for 1993. Their BCA was 247-230- 251, with a composite of 242.7. The Durham West Average Composite BCA was 177.3. Other herds in the top ten were: Mam,el Holstcins, Alan and Nellie Ross, Beaverton, Mocomi Holstcins, Maurice O'Connor and Sons, Ajax, Einlane Farms Ltd., Earl and Scott Wilson, Port Perry, Crescent Jersey, Bill Batty, Brooklin, Twinholm Fanns, Randy and Francis Fish, Can- nington, Sunnyfield Holstcins, Cecil H. Snoddon, Sunderland, Raivuc Fanns Ltd., Neil Raines, Sunderland, Shadyway Holstcins, Robert Jibb and Sons, Sunderland, Mossidc Holstcins, Holstcins, Ivan and Doug Rennie, Sunderland. Sunderland. Keith and Peter Doble were also the winners of the Greatest Production Production Increase Award with an increase of 27.4 BCA points. elude inability to absorb sufficient amounts of calcium, a calcium phosphorus, phosphorus, or calcium magnesium imbalance, imbalance, lack of exercise, lactose intolerance, intolerance, a gastrectomy, too much protein in the diet. What can you do to prevent this or reduce its progression if you suffer from osteoporosis? A diet that is adequate in calcium, protein, magnesium, potassium, phosphoms, Vitamin C and Vitamin D is the best prevention for osteoporosis. osteoporosis. The typical Canadian woman consumes consumes less than half the calcium she requires each day! There are no obvious obvious symptoms of calcium deficiency, besides muscle cramping, white spots on your fingernails, or bones which fracture easily. Soft drinks contain phosphates that leech calcium out of the system. Anyone who consumes a lot of caffeine, caffeine, protein or alcohol is a risk and definitely should supplement with 650 mg of calcium per day - natural source as well as people who are lactose lactose intolerant. Good natural sources of calcium- rich foods are green, leafy vegetables, vegetables, broccoli, sunflower seeds, buckwheat, buckwheat, flounder, kelp, nuts and seeds, whole wheat products, yogurt and tofu. You are at risk if you: Smoke, are not physically active, have a family history of osteoporosis, have experienced early menopause, drink excessive amounts of soft drinks, caffeine, alcohol, have a high phosphoms or protein intake, digestive digestive disorders or have had ovaries removed. removed. A study by the Journal of Clinical Nutrition reports that women who are* vegetarian have less bone loss. If you are interested in a vegetarian cooking course that is very informative contact contact the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Consult with your health care practitioner because taking a calcium supplement is not right for everyone. Overdosing on calcium can cause calcium kidney stones. Increase daily exercise, decrease citrus fruits, almonds, almonds, spinach and tomatoes as they may inhibit calcium absorption Helpful supplements are: Cod liver liver oil, a good multi vitamin and mineral mineral complex, Vitamin C, Calcium, magnesium complex. A good book to read is Barbie Casselman's - Good for you cooking and Healthy Eating Guide. Available through The Book Studio on King St. Next week - Cotrogen Therapy Benefits vs Risks. Thanks again for encouraging comments and suggestions. The information in this column is of a general nature. Consult your health care professional for specific health concerns. Dr. Hoch, of the Bowmanville Family Chiropractic Centre, is now in her tenth year of private practice. She has personally attended more than 30,000 patients. She supports and educates her patients to create conditions for Optimum Health, with a focus on lifestyle modification and stress management so each individual individual can work towards achieving Optimum Optimum Health and in turn educate others. others. 12 n and under Hi, we're Bert* and Gert*, the Stay Alert, Stay Safe "Alert Twins". We're good at spotting danger before danger can hurt us. We trust our instincts and you should too. It's a good world out there but sometimes you have to keep your radar up to stay safe. Instructions: 1. Colour in Bert* and Gert*. 2. Bring your poster to the Customer Service Desk of the Bowmanville Canadian Tire Store by Friday, April 22/94 and receive a Stay Alert... Stay Safe street proofing booklet. 3. All submissions will be entered to win a prize. 4. Print your name, address, phone number and age on your poster and see it on display Saturday, April 23 for our Stay Alert... Stay Safe Day. 5. Fill out this ballot and you could win a prize. 6. 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