Contents Winter 2019 THE BIG STORY Give turnips another try. PAGE 46 IN EVERY ISSUE Steps to help you feel better- everywhere. PAGE 14 2 3 32 33 38 40 42 FEATURES 4 On the Road to Recovery Community Stroke & Rehabilitation Center opens in Crown Point. 14 Whole-Body Harmony Eat foods to boost your brainpower, figure out why you're having trouble sleeping and tame a cough. 6 22 9 28 10 49 50 Help on the Journey Specialized care helped the Negrete family provide the best quality of life for their chronically ill loved one. Our Families, Our Health How your genetics affect everything from your mental health to your likelihood of having twins. The Power of Us After experiencing the early loss of his father, This Is Us actor Sterling K. Brown committed to a healthy lifestyle for himself and his children. The Ties That Bind How important are genetics, really, when it comes to cancer risk? A Healthier Spouse It's not your job to keep your significant other healthy, but you can have influence without nagging. Living Strong Breast cancer survivor Carol Schaap looks ahead. Spotlight: St. Catherine Hospital Making complicated surgeries simple with minimally invasive techniques. 52 Spotlight: St. Mary Medical Center Clearing heart blockages with technology and teamwork. 56 Ask the Expert Podiatrist John Rachoy talks foot health. 44 46 48 Community Message Community Briefs The Quick List This Just In The Truth: Vaping How To: Help a Loved One with Addiction Quiz: Freak Out or Chill Out? At a Glance: Heart Surgery In the Market: Turnips Health by the Numbers: Osteoporosis Holiday showdown: mashed potatoes vs. green bean casserole. PAGE 34 54 Spotlight: Community Hospital ZeroG Gait and Balance System enhances rehabilitation outcomes and gets people back on the move. COVER PHOTO BY GETTY IMAGES WINTE R 2019 1