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L6 uke AFB ADAPT clinic Knowing alcohol limits can save self, others
Make plan when changing baby’s diet
by Senior Airman MALACHI SPELLER
56th Medical Operations Squadron
What is your awareness of alcohol? Are you one of the 17.6 million people who suffer from alcohol abuse or dependence or engage in risky, binge-drinking patterns?”
According to the National Council on Alcohol- ism and Drug Dependence, that’s the number of citizens in the United States who experience those concerns. But it doesn’t have to be that way for you.
When you are attending a special occasion or having a few drinks at home it is important to know the basics about alcohol and what amount is in a standard drink. One standard size drink is equivalent to 12 fluid ounces of beer, 8-to-9 fluid ounces of malt liquor, 5 fluid ounces of wine, 1.5 fluid ounces of an 80-proof spirit.
So, does this mean a Long Island Iced Tea is one standard drink? No. One Long Island Iced Tea can contain between three to five standard drinks. The body needs approximately two hours to process one standard drink. This means that just one Long Island Iced Tea can take the body six to 10 hours to metabolize the drink.
Another way to think about how alcohol affects the body is by measuring blood alcohol concentration.
On average, a male accumulates a .02 BAC and a female accumulates a .03 BAC per stan- dard drink. Using the example of a Long Island Iced Tea, a male would have approximately a .06 to .10 BAC and a woman .09 to .18 BAC from that one drink. At a BAC of .08-.09 percent, speech may be slurred and walking difficult. There would also be a marked decrease in motor skills and vision would likely be blurred.
It is also important to be aware of what con- stitutes binge drinking. Binge drinking occurs if a male consumes more than four drinks per sitting or a female consumes more than three drinks per sitting. Surpassing these limits makes it more likely a person will experience the negative health and behavioral effects of alcohol.
People choose to consume alcohol for a vari- ety of reasons — to socialize on the weekend, to relax after a long day at work, to celebrate special occasions, or to cope with stressors. It is important to be aware of the reasons for drinking and to avoid using it in an unhealthy manner. It should never be used to cope with stress or aid in sleeping. If it is having harmful effects on a person’s work or personal life, help is available at the Luke AFB Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment clinic on the Second Floor of the Med Group building. Addressing these concerns early can prevent future problems from alcohol abuse.
by RENA LEVERT
56th Medical Operations Squadron
Does your baby seem to be wanting more and more breast milk and/or formula and still isn’t getting full? Do they reach for your food when you are eating? Your baby may be ready for an exciting new mile- stone. Here are some guidelines to know when to start, what to start with and more.
Signs your baby may be ready for solids are:
• Baby has good head control
• Baby can sit up with support
• Wants to breast or bottle feed more
than eight times in 24 hours
• Gets large amounts of breast milk and/
or formula but is still hungry after feedings • Can take food from a spoon and swal-
lows without difficulty
If your baby is showing signs of readi-
ness, consult with your child’s pediatri- cian to begin introducing foods. Your baby should transition from liquid to solid foods in the following order:
• 0-6 months (Liquids) Breast milk or formula.
• 4-6 months (Smooth) Rice cereal - Mix plain infant rice cereal (start with 1-2 tbsp.) with breast milk or formula. Serve one meal a day until eating and swallow- ing abilities improve. Avoid feeding cereal or other foods through a bottle that can cause choking should the baby suck a large
chunk that did not mix properly. This can also lead to overeating and gaining weight too quickly.
• 6-8 months (Mushy) Pureed vegetables or pureed fruit. Start with 1-2 tbsp. Intro- duce these single ingredient foods one at a time, at least a week apart to identify any possible food allergies. Feed the baby from a jar only if you are going to use it all at once. This prevents bacteria growth in the jar. If your baby refuses a certain food by spitting it out, or turning away, try the same food another day. Experts say a baby or toddler should be exposed to a least fa- vorite food a minimum of 15 times before ruling it out as a permanent food choice.
• 8-15 months (Soft) Smashed cooked pinto beans, cooked egg whites (no yolk for the first year), avocado and hummus.
• 15 months and up (Small solid pieces) Boiled egg pieces, canned green bean pieces, chopped meats cut into pieces.
Offer a good variety of foods that are rich in the nutrients a child needs. Watch your child for cues that he has had enough to eat. Do not over feed.
If you have questions about your child’s nutrition, including concerns about your child eating too much, or too little, talk with your child’s doctor.
For more information, call the 56th Medical Operations Squadron New Parent Support Program at 623-856-3417.
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