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Full body scans are trying to get on the same level of

acceptance in the medical community as other proven

routine tests such as Pap Smears, Mammograms and

colonoscopys. The fifteen minute test gives a virtual tour

through your own body. An ultra-fast electron-beam

computed tomography (CT) scanner is used to take

hundreds of snap shot images of the body from the neck to the pelvis. Using special
software, the images are transformed into detailed 3D colour images which can be
viewed on the same day by the patient. Critics argue that most people do not need such
an elaborate scan. There is a chance it could miss a serious health problem or produce
inconclusive results. Matter-of fact-recently, Consumer Reports did a feature on this
topic-they do not recommend these test for healthy people who don't have any
symptoms or risk factors.

Imagine wrestling a two and a half inch wide, high pressure
hose, gushing out water at over 200 gallons per minute,
climbing up tall ladders, while carrying heavy equipment!
There is no question about it, without a moderately high
level of physical fitness, firefighters cannot perform their
jobs safely. The bottom line is that a low level of fitness

jeopardizes the safety of not only the firefighter but also his or her co-workers and the
general public. YOUR LIFE travels to New York to workout with veteran firefighter and
author Michael Stefano. His "Train For Life Program" is not only helping firefighters
safely do their job but it can transform your physical fitness level in a program that takes
about two to three hours a week.

Whether it's via land, air or sea, travel is an important part
of our lives but it can be a challenge especially for mom's
to be. There's no reason not to travel during your first two
trimesters unless your caregiver has advised you
otherwise. While air travel during your last trimester isn't
inherently unsafe, many airlines prohibit it. The first tip:

Drink plenty of water. Yes, you'll have to visit the facilities more often during the flight,
but that's a great excuse to walk up and down the aisle to get your blood moving. Even if
you don't feel the urge to visit the restroom, make a point of walking around a little bit
every hour to keep your circulation going. If you're restricted to your seat, try to elevate
your feet slightly by resting them on your carry-on bag. Every 20 to 30 minutes, do some
ankle circles, gentle head circles, shoulder circles and arm reaches to keep yourself from
becoming too stiff.

This week YOUR LIFE puts a healthy twist on Pan Roasted
Scallops, with Heirloom Tomatoes and Asparagus Sauce.

Executive Chef Jeremy Critchfield from Nemacolin Wood-

lands Resort and Spa, shows us how it's done.

If you're thinking about starting yoga-but you don't think you're
supple enough...we have the DVD for you on this week's reference
desk. It's called Yoga for Inflexible People. Yoga Practitioner Judi
Rice takes her thirty years of experience as a yoga instructor to
show some simple modifications to make intimidating traditional yoga
positions more accessible to people who could not otherwise
perform or more importantly perform the positions correctly.
Recently, YOGA JOURNAL gave the DVD the thumbs up. You get
more than 35 workouts and about four hours of instruction and
practice in all. Some of the poses are beginning level; others are
not. To get started, all you'll need is a yoga mat, blocks (or large
books), a long strap or belt, a chair, and blankets. One nice thing
about this DVD program is no matter how flexible you are, these
customized workouts allow you to progress at your own pace.
Workouts include: relaxation, energizing, flexibility, and
strengthening.