EXPLORING YOUR PASSIONS AND GIVING BACK

Take a moment to determine what truly inspires you.

Now combine that with philanthropy. Giving back is about linking passion with action and it doesn't have to be complex. A big part of the legacy you leave is how it includes and impacts the next generation. What is better than investing in your own values, community, and society by giving time and money to the things you care about most?

Ascendant Planned Giving, Inc.  works with individuals, families, charitable organizations, and small businesses helping them plan, assess and manage their charitable endeavors. Ascendant focuses on helping families and small businesses integrate philanthropy into their lives, while showing nonprofit organizations how to attract long-term support using planned giving programs. Ascendant seeks to increase the impact of philanthropy in society by working with donors to make their giving more strategic, effective and enjoyable; by developing creative, leveraged and useful philanthropic approaches to solving important social issues; and by inspiring more individuals, families, companies and organizations to become deeply involved in philanthropy.

You get what you give. We all have the power to give of ourselves and for many of us, the power to give of our wealth. It is with the shared vision of a better future for all, that challenges are faced head-on, obstacles are overcome, opportunities are exposed and access is granted. Philanthropy is our contribution to a better world. Not only will it change your life, but someone else's life too. Together, we can make a difference.

Written by: Samantha Nagler

HELP SAVE THE 31ST ANNUAL CONEY ISLAND MERMAID PARADE!!!

     

     The Mermaid Parade is the largest art parade in the nation (http://www.coneyisland.com/programs/mermaid-parade.)  The parade is held in Coney Island every year in celebration of the beginning of the summer season.  Individuals from all over the five boroughs gather for the ocean-themed event to showcase their artwork and express community prode.  This year the 31st annaul Mermaid Parade is in limbo.  In 2012 Hurricane Sandy devestated the area particually dealing damage to New Jersey and New York.  Sand was the deadliest and most destructive hurricane of the season and the second-costliest in US history.  The storm damaged much of the area destroying offices and local revenue sources that contribute to the parade and the community is in need of economic stimulation more than ever.  Please visit the Kickstarter page to donate money to fund Coney Island USA and help save the Mermaid Parade.  Coney Island USA is and IRS 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit arts organization (and a tax decutible charity).

Art Siegel Showcases 3D Art

Art work by internationally known artist, Art Siegel, is now open for public view in Boca Raton’s Museum of Art until July 14th. Not only are his works inspirational, they are also three - dimensional. Although Art has been getting a lot of attention in Boca Raton, his pieces hang in different homes varying from Montreal to South America.


Siegel’s 3D pieces focus on the background scenery, rather than the actual subjects. “Everything that appears on the screen must serve as credible context for the story,” Siegel says. Some of Art’s three dimensional works include titles such as Number 6 to Pelham Bay and 7th Avenue Local.

Making artwork is not the only limitation for Siegel; it has also enabled community involvement by working with charities. On Thursday May 23rd, two of Siegel’s pieces will be shown at Yaacov Heller’s Gallery 22 for a cocktail and cupcake reception benefitting The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF). The guests at the event will have a chance to meet him and learn more about his art work. Thanks to all of our sponsors: Tito’s Vodka, Mediterranean Specialty Products LLC, AllStar Cupcakes, and Caruso’s Ristorante.
For more information, please contact Abby Blake at 561-750-9800 ext 229 or abby@transmediagroup.com.

Written By: Fransheska Pacheco

FROM ICELAND TO THE WORLD: SNO™ ICELAND GLACIER WATER

Drinking water is one of the most vital components of our daily diets.  Nitrate levels in drinking water are considered an absolute indicator of overall water quality.  Most bottled spring water contains a rising level of nitrates and consuming them can be a potential health problem.  Not SNO™ Iceland glacier water!  SNO is 100% natural and unadulterated meaning it is untouched, unchanged and contains zero nitrates.  If nitrates are one supplement you'd rather not find in your water, consider licking a 20,000-year-old Icelandic glacier for the ultimate pure water.

Doctors and nutritionist suggest that the average adult should consume at least 8 glasses of water on a daily bases or 2 x 1 liters of SNO.  SNO comes from the 20,000-year-old famous Eyjafjallajokull Glacier where it is filtered naturally thru layers of volcanic rock, giving it the purity, natural balance and crisp refreshing taste that nature intended (http://iglacierwonders.com/).  For your health and optimum body function drink SNO Iceland glacier water.



Written by: Michael Manos

MEN, WHAT’S YOUR PROSTATE IQ? TRANSMEDIA CREATES TEST TO FIND OUT

Boca Raton, FL--  How much do men know about their prostate?  What’s their Prostate IQ?

TransMedia Group (www.transmediagroup.com) has devised a way to find out through the National Prostate IQ Test.

"TransMedia said it constructed the test to go along with a mobile app created by Dr. Herb Ross. The app, called Prostate Aerobics (www.prostateaerobics.com) serves as a personal trainer reminding and instructing users to exercise their pelvic floor muscles to strengthen and restore prostate health.

"Pelvic floor muscles shouldn't sag like the floors of a decrepit house," said Dr. Ross, author of "sleep Disorders.

"If they do, Viagra and Cialis won't help as much and sleep won't last as long due to frequent urination at night".

For media, here’s a sneak preview of the test.  Find out what male readers/viewers know about protecting their prostate and reducing frequency of bathroom visits at night.  Dr. Ross knows much about those interruptions as he was the founder of the Aspen Sleep Institute.

1.      The prostate . . .

A)     Produces the fluid portion of semen

B)     Produces hormones

C)     Causes  stress

D)     Causes euphoria

2.      What set of muscles need to be exercised to prevent frequent urination and maintain good prostate health?

A)     Chest

B)     Biceps

C)     Triceps

D)     Pelvic Floor

3.      Pelvic Floor muscles help you…

A)     Jump higher

B)     Run faster

C)     Think clearer

D)     Prevent incontinence of bladder or bowel

4.      What do Pelvic Floor exercises comprise?

A)     Lifting weights

B)     Running

C)     Contracting and relaxing muscles that form part of the pelvic floor

D)     Bike riding

5.      A man’s Pelvic Floor muscles can be weakened by

A)     Straining to empty bowel

B)     Heavy lifting

C)     Overweight

D)     Aging

E)      All of the above

6.      What are benefits of strong Pelvic Floor muscles?

A)     Easier bowel emptying

B)     Increased sexual sensation

C)     Reduced risk of prolapse

D)     All of the above

7.      What cancer is second to lung cancer as a leading cause of male cancer deaths?

A)     Prostate

B)     Brain

C)     Lymphoma

D)     Melanoma

8.      A weak Pelvic Floor is like . . .

A)     Sagging floor of a house

B)     Flabby biceps

C)     Bulging belly

D)     None of the above

9.       Cialis/Viagra experience will be better with stable Pelvic Floor:

A)     True

B)     False

KEY:      1)A      2)D      3)D      4)C      5)E      6)D      7)A      8)A    
       9)TRUE

Athletes turning to ALCAT for personalized dieting

The ALCAT test or antigen leukocyte test is a leader in its respective field of food intolerance and sensitivity testing.  Intolerance to food additives has been linked to a variety of health issues including digestive problems, migraines  joint and skin problems, obesity and diabetes.  The ALCAT measures your intolerance using a technology that measures how your white blood cells respond when exposed to different foods.

Athletes all over the world are constantly seeking ways to enhance performance.  Eating healthy helps reach performanc

e targets and aides in wellness and recovery.  The ALCAT test results serve as the basis for elimination diet treatment, which helps athletes avoid conditions considered to be the result of food intolerance such as obesity.  The tests are gaining wider acceptance, especially among nutritionists who work with professional athletes.  It is currently being used by several teams in the NFL and NBA.

"It's still amazing to see how athlete's bodies and energy levels respond when they find out what the proper diet is for their body," said Roger Deutsch, CEO of Cell Sciences Systems and creator of the ALCAT test.  Studies have shown diet modification and food sensitivity testing to be practical treatment for a number of chronic health problems.  Some of the well known athletes using the ALCAT include: Boston Red Sox' All-star David Ortiz, Minnesota Twins All-star Justin Morneau, Vancouver Canucks' David Booth, Los Angeles Lakers' Steve Nash, and World champion skier Christian Mayer.


                                               

          
  Written by: Michael Manos

PetBenefits membership means big money savings for you!

(http://www.petbenefits.com/)

PetBenefits is dedicated to providing pet lovers wonderful resources.  For just $36 per year, members can receive discounts on pet food, supplies, meds and more.   “At PetBenefits.com we want to make the financial responsibilities of pet ownership a little easier to manage,” said Dr. Barry Baumel co-founder of the organization. 

Membership also includes an option to email a veterinarian with any non-emergency question you might have about your pet, potentially saving the cost of bringing them into a clinic to have them evaluated.  This service is free to members 3x a year. Sign up for your membership HERE and begin receiving pet benefits immediately!

• For only $36 per year members receive all these benefits:
  ·        Free EmailVet.com Service 3 times a year.                           
  ·        Veterinary Discount Plan.                                                           
  ·        Discounts on pet health and accident insurance.
  ·        Discounts on pet food, supplies and meds.
  ·        Owner discounts on travel, office and retail.   
  ·        Wholesale Buyers Club for members only.