TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
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May 2015
Care. Compassion. Clinical Excellence.
In This Issue
From our Executive Director
Jill Binkley, PT, MSc, CLT

Helping deal with adversity is TurningPoint's very mission. Each day, women going through breast cancer treatment walk through our doors in tears, are greeted with a comforting smile, and depart with a hug... and a bit more hope. Spring is nature's reminder that the adversity of winter is followed by the warmth of spring. I hope that springtime brings the women we care for a reminder of life's joys and renewal of hope. 
 
TURNINGPOINT EDUCATION EVENT
Lunch and Learn
at Whole Foods Salud! Cooking School

Presented by Lisa Eisele, RD, CSO, LD, TurningPoint Dietitian
Chef Samantha Enzmann, The Mercantile Restaurant

 

Friday, May 15, 2015

11:00 am - 1:00pm  |  Whole Foods Market at Avalon


Salud Whole Foods Logo


2800 Old Milton Parkway
Alpharetta, GA  30009

So, You're Afraid to Eat Soy?

Are you a breast cancer survivor who's been avoiding soy for fear of recurrence?  

Our Registered Dietitian, Lisa Eisele will present the latest research on the soy dilemma as Chief Samantha prepares a healthy cancer fighting meal that includes soy.  Learn what forms of soy are acceptable and those that need to be avoided.  We will be discussing soy containing food additives and what to watch for in the ingredients list of the nutrition facts panel.  Bring your favorite food label for class discussion.  
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RSVP Required by Tuesday, May 12, 2015

staff@myturningpoint.org or call 770-360-9271
Class Size is Limited.  
This event is open to all TurningPoint patients. Due to the popularity of this event and the limitations in seating, attendance at no more than one Whole Foods event per year is suggested. 
TurningPoint's monthly educational programs are offered free of charge through the support of our community partners and donors. 
PATIENT PERSPECTIVE
Lynn Stoudt

Lynn Stoudt
Lynn's 5K debut at the Atlanta Hot Chocolate
Post-surgery, I had a lot of difficulty with range of motion and pain. While I had excellent treatment and care from my surgeon and health care providers, these issues did not seem to be a focus, and I assumed it was the "new normal". At my last follow up, I expressed frustration to my surgeon, and he referred me for physical therapy. Having had PT for frozen shoulders before, I was skeptical.  I am so grateful for the treatment and encouragement I have received from everyone at TurningPoint, but especially my PT team of Lauren and Anita. They always know exactly what to do to keep me progressing along.
 

Through the motivation and success of my TurningPoint treatments, I am now enjoying my work-life balance by adding new activities to my schedule. Coming to TurningPoint has literally been a life changer for me!

  
Upcoming Event
Thank You To Our Sponsors! 

Presenting Sponsor



PGA Superstore

 or contact Kathy Smith, TurningPoint Events Manager for more information.
Funds raised at The Tourney for TurningPoint will be used to improve the quality of life of patients and families going through breast cancer. Tournament proceeds will ensure that no breast cancer survivor is turned away from critically needed care at TurningPoint and support the organization's many complimentary services, including counseling, education and exercise programs. 
EVIDENCE UPDATE
Chemobrain and Breast Cancer: Not Your Imagination...

 

Cognitive impairment, often termed "chemobrain", occurs in 10-40% of all cancer patients, and is an emerging target of cancer survivorship research. A recent study reviewed published studies to explore the impact of chemobrain on the quality of life of breast cancer survivors. The authors reviewed 457 papers, and found 7 studies that were relevant to breast cancer survivors and met their study requirements. Using a systematic approach, data from the 7 studies was extracted and then synthesized.

 
TURNING-POINTS 
Come See us at the Race for the Cure
THANK YOU to our Helping Hands

Komen Atlanta Race

The 2015 Komen Atlanta Race for the Cure is Saturday, May 9 at Lenox Square.  Register and walk with the TurningPoint team to support breast cancer survivors.  Stop by to visit us at the TurningPoint table on the race grounds. TurningPoint has been a grant recipient of Komen Atlanta since we were founded.  
Many donors, supporters and foundations make it possible for us to serve women with breast cancer in our community and promote breast cancer rehabilitation nationally.  We are deeply appreciative of all the helping hands of our donors and supporters. 

QUESTIONING NUTRITION 

May Nutrition Q&A

 

Q:   What's the difference between Light Olive oil and Extra Virgin Olive oil?

 

A: Purity and Processing are key 

Light Olive Oil and Extra Virgin Olive oil are both made from olives, but it's the processing that sets them apart. Extra virgin olive oil is the purest form of olive oil that you can buy.   Extra virgin olive oil is made by crushing olives and extracting oil. If the olives are of a high quality then the oil will be worthy to be labeled "extra virgin".  To meet the standards of "extra virgin" the oil must have a good oleic acid composition as well as hold a superior taste, color and aroma.  Extra virgin olive oil is made by using mechanical means only and no additives are used in this process. Light olive oil on the other hand is considerably less pure. It is made from olive oil that is not worthy of the "extra virgin" label. It is refined further using either mechanical, thermal or chemical means so that it can be ready for consumption.   Further processing results in an oil that is colorless and tasteless. To make "light" olive oil more appealing to consumers a higher quality olive oil is then added back so the end product has some color and flavor.  Generally, small amounts of higher quality oil is added back thus giving the "light" olive oil its name.  A lot of people get confused thinking "light" olive oil has fewer calories and less fat than extra virgin olive oil, but there's no difference in the two except for the color and pureness. 

 

Q:  Silly question, but why does my urine smell funny after eating asparagus?  Does it mean I'm allergic?

 

A: Special smelling capability!

No, you're not allergic and no it's not a silly question at all. Asparagus is blessed with having sulfurous amino acids.  When these acids break down they form a smelly "volatile" (airborne) chemical.  This volatile chemical/smell can be detected as soon as 15 minutes after ingesting this delicious spring time vegetable.   But the interesting "fun fact" about all of this: only about one-quarter of the population appears to have the special gene that allows them to smell those compounds. So, if you smell a funny odor in your urine after you eat asparagus, you're not only normal, you have a good nose as well.
MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP 
Coffee & Conversation
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
10:00am - 12:00pm
A Social and Supportive Meeting
for Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer

Facilitated by:
Karen Savrin, LCSW
TurningPoint Counselor

RSVP required. Call TurningPoint 770-360-9271 or email us at staff@myturningpoint.org
This group is complimentary and supported by our community partners and donors.
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 WEEKLY EXERCISE CLASSES AT TurningPoint 
Yoga Class
Monday Mornings 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Mat Pilates Class
Wednesday Mornings 8:00 am - 9:00 am
 
Mat Pilates
This class is appropriate for women who have started basic core strengthening and have good range of motion in their extremities.
This class is appropriate for women who have started basic core strengthening and have good range of motion in their extremities.
Please bring a mat, a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

Class size is limited for both offerings.  RSVP required.
Call TurningPoint 770-360-9271 or email us at staff@myturningpoint.org

 Classes are complimentary and supported by our community partners and donors.
Our Mission
TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabiltation is a non-profit 501(c)3 community-based organization.
TurningPoint improves quality of life for women with breast cancer by providing, promoting and advocating evidence-based and specialized rehabilitation.TurningPoint was founded in 2003 and has served over 2,500 women with breast cancer in the Greater Atlanta community and educated hundreds of healthcare providers in the United States.
Thank You to Our Community Partners!

Komen Atlanta Race
MANY THANKS TO OUR WONDERFUL COMMUNITY PARTNERS
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Georgia Baptist Health Care Ministry Foundation

The Sport of Giving
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