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Page 8 www.TheTownCommon.com November 21 - 27, 2018 Rocco’s BaRBeRshop Friendly & Experienced Staff & Family Atmosphere “Come in for a haircut and let us be your barber!” (978)948-2555 OLD FASHIONED BARBERSHOP EXPERIENCE! Across from Agawam Diner at TD Bank Plaza See us on HELP WANTED: Experienced Barber Wanted Please Call I met Kathryn when I was doing fire safety inspections as a fire inspector for a local fire department. I told my wife if we were to ever sell our home, I knew who the realtor would be. Well, the time came that we decided to sell our house and picking a realtor was not an issue, we called Kathryn. She was easy to work with and brought a wealth of experience to the table. She knew who needed to be contacted and involved and kept us updated through emails and phone calls. At the time of the closing she made a very stressful and emotional event much easier to go through. We will definitely be recommending Kathryn to our family and friends. Darrell and Donna Moore Don’t you deserve special attention like this when you sell your home? Call Kathryn O’Brien today for a confidential market assessment and discover the true value of your home. 978-465-1322 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Although your energy level is high, be careful not to commit to too many projects at this time. You’ll do better focusing on just a few tasks rather than spreading yourself too thin. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your heart might be leading you in one direction, but pay attention to your keen Bovine intellect. I’m cautioning you to think things through before making any commitments. (c) 2018 King Features Syndicate, Inc. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your “serious” Twin has been dominant in your life for quite a while. It’s time now to let that “wilder” half take you out for some good times -- perhaps with someone very special. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Career aspects are high for Moon Children who make a good impression. Show people not only what you can already do, but also how you can be more valuable to them in the future. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Things start to brighten for the Lion’s immediate financial future. But be careful to resist the urge to splurge. You need to tuck something away to help you through another tight period. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Having to do too many tasks in too short a time could lower your mood to just above the grumbling level. But if you handle things one at a time, you’ll get through it all soon enough. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your usually carefully made holiday plans could be subject to change later this month. Use this week to prepare for that possibility by starting a Plan B just in case you need it. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Be careful about joining a colleague’s plan to solve a workplace problem. Investigate it thoroughly. Otherwise, you could find yourself in a predicament with other associates. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Slow down that high-paced whirl you’ve been on. Spending quiet time alone or with people you care for can be both physically and spiritually restorative. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Make suggestions, not demands. You’ll be more successful in getting people to follow your lead if you exercise quiet patience instead of strong persuasion to get your ideas across. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You still need more facts before you can make an informed career choice. One note of caution: Be careful about whom you ask for that information; otherwise, you could be misled. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Changing situations through the end of the week could lead to some challenging opportunities for those perspicacious Pisceans who know how to make them work to their advantage. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a way of being both daring and cautious, traits that could make you a research scientist or maybe even a rocket-ship designer. TIDE CHART 42o 49’N 070o 49’W NOV HIGH LOW SUN 21 Wed 9:39 8.65 10:06 8.01 3:28 0.54 4:00 0.00 6:42 4:15 22 Thurs 10:21 9.00 10:51 8.16 4:11 0.41 4:44 -0.37 6:43 4:14 23 Fri 11:04 9.32 11:36 8.29 4:53 0.27 5:28 -0.69 6:45 4:13 24 Sat 11:48 9.57 xx xx 5:37 0.16 6:14 -0.92 6:46 4:13 25 Sun 12:23 8.37 12:35 9.70 6:23 0.10 7:02 -1.03 6:47 4:12 26 Mon 1:11 8.39 1:24 9.70 7:12 0.10 7:52 -1.02 6:48 4:12 27 Tues 2:03 8.37 2:17 9.55 8:05 0.16 8:46 -0.89 6:49 4:11 28 Wed 2:58 8.32 3:15 9.30 9:02 0.26 9:43 -0.71 6:50 4:11 29 Thurs 3:57 8.31 4:16 8.99 10:03 0.34 10:42 -0.51 6:52 4:10 SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE 978-948-8696
November 21 - 27, 2018 www.TheTownCommon.com Page Health & Wellness By J. Peter St. Clair, DMD Xylitol is a sugar substitute that possesses 40 percent fewer calories than sugar and has been shown to help decrease cavities in teeth, among other things. However, it is important to know that xylitol, even in small quantities, is very toxic to dogs. The dental benefits of xylitol have been known since the 1970’s. Xylitol is not metabolized by the decaycausing bacteria Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), making it nonacidogenic and thus noncariogenic (not decay causing). Studies have also indicated xylitol decreases the levels of S. mutans in both plaque and saliva. As a result, patients who use xylitol have demonstrated a reduction in decay. Xylitol is slowly absorbed by the human intestines; as a result, it has minimal side effects on humans. Some may experience minor side effects, mainly stomach upset, although this generally occurs after ingesting large amounts of xylitol (four to five times the recommended How many of us stick our old cellphones in a drawer when we buy a new one? Too many of us, more than 50 percent, according to a recent survey. Some of us have just thrown away old phones. If you’re in the market for a new phone and plan to buy it from the same company, chances are you can get money back or store credit toward the new phone. If you plan to buy from a different company and can’t Brighter Smiles... amount for cavity prevention). There are studies that the body can adapt to higher dosages of xylitol and that symptoms can subside as the body’s tolerance increases. While the dental community embraces xylitol for its cavity prevention, many people, including dental professionals, are unaware of its toxic potential – not to humans, but to dogs. While xylitol has little effect on insulin production in humans, dogs can experience a rapid and severe increase in insulin production after just a small amount of xylitol ingestion. A dog that ingests a xylitol equivalent of three to four pieces of gum is at risk for hepatic (liver) failure and necrosis (tissue death). Dogs tend to be scavengers by nature and their likelihood of encountering potentially toxic substances in and around the house is common. The ASPCA web site lists a multitude of substances, many of which are harmless to humans but potentially dangerous to dogs. Chocolate, grapes, raisins, avocado, onion, and citrus fruits make the list. However, xylitol is unique in that it is contained within foods; as a result, consumers may not even be aware that a product or food item contains xylitol. trade it in for a new phone, there are still ways to recoup some dollars from your old phone. For example, you can sell your phone on eBay. The minute new phones come out, those eager to save money know to look for a recent previous generation of phone. EBay has made it easy for you with a selling kit. They’ll even send you the box to put it in for mailing. Check online prices offered on places like Gazelle, Swappa or Glyde. Read the details carefully. Craiglist will allow you to sell your phone in-person in your area. (Don’t fall for scammers who want you to mail them the phone in exchange for a check.) Toxic for Dogs For dogs suspected of ingesting xylitol, early intervention is paramount. Prompt medical treatment for uncomplicated xylitol-related hypoglycemia can yield a good prognosis. Once Xylitol has affected the liver, it yields a much graver prognosis. While veterinarians have been aware of the potential danger of The Town isn’t acciDENTAL Common With continually emerging evidence that a xylitol to dogs for several years, healthy mouth makes a healthier body, you owe it to that awareness has escaped most yourself and your body to receive exceptional dental care. of the dental community – and All Phases of Dental Care Including: the general public. This has • Grinding/Clenching/TMJ Therapy become a more significant issue • Sleep Apnea/Snoring Treatment as more dental professionals Learn More: www.stclairdmd.com promote products that contain Please call our office to schedule a comlimentary 30-minute consultation. xylitol for its human benefits. It is important for dog owners to know the different foods and products, such as xylitol, that can be harmful to their pets. 151 Central Street, Rowley | 978-948-2030 Make sure to keep these items out of a dog’s reach - and that includes the garbage. If you Dr. Laura anne Potvin, P.C. suspect ingestion of any of these oPtoMetriStS foods, including xylitol, contact your veterinarian immediately. Dr. St. Clair maintains a EYE CARE private dental practice in Rowley FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY! and Newburyport dedicated to health-centered family dentistry. If there are certain topics you Dr. nYLa LaMBert would The like to see written about Town Dr. KatHLeen Horn Comm or questions you have please Dr. CatHLeen DouCette email them to him at jpstclair@ stclairdmd.com. You can view NOw LOCATED AT all previously written columns at 939 SALEM ST., GROvELAND www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com/ blog. Senior Scene Cash for Your Old Phone Security can be a problem if you leave data on your old phone, and it can be tricky to remove, depending on the type of phone. And no, doing a factory reset doesn’t remove all your information. 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