... Contents JN On The Cover: A Profound Loss Nutritionally Speaking JNonline.us March 19-25, 2009 23-29 Adar 5769 Vol. CXXXV, No. 7 By Barbara Beznos, RD, LD/N Integrated Nutrition, LLC Rabbi Joseph H. Krakoff consoles Ethan Davidson outside Congregation Shaarey Zedek in Southfield where the funeral of his father, philanthropist William Davidson, was held Tuesday. Celebrate! Golden Shoestring B14 Creativity will make your party glow. Metro Having A Ball! C1 Dancing shoes for JARC's Purim bash. Teen2Teen Extra ues- tion: Dear Bar , am underweight and concerned about mal- nutrition. I'm certain I don't have an eating dis- order, but my appetite is dimin- ished?? Thanks, Ethel. A Fashion Unleashed C17 BBYO models strut their stuff. Home Home Decorating C19 Mix, match to make it personal. Arts & Entertainment nswer: Dear Ethel, simply being underweight isn't the only (or necessarily even an accurate) measure of be- ing malnourished The best way to determine actual malnourishment is to be appropriately screened by a qualified registered dietitian. Malnutrition is generally consid- ered a nutrient deficiency, which may, or may not, be associated with a calorie deficiency. Bringing Back Brundibar C27 Children's opera staged at Terezin. Ann Arbor C29 C1 Around Town Arts/Entertainment C27 Business C8 Crossword C2 Family Focus C39 A8 Front Lines Health & Fitness . C21 Letters A6 C44 Marketplace Mazel Toy , C40 C1 Metro Obituaries C54 C5 Opinion C11 Spirituality C53 Spotlight A8 Staff Box Synagogue List .. C14 C17 Teen2Teen To Do!/Calendar .. C32 C13 Torah Portion A39 World/Israel Columnists George Cantor .... C5 Danny Raskin C31 Robin Schwartz .... C1 Robert Sklar.. A5, Al2 Gail Zimmerman.. C28 Detroit Stands With Gilad Shalit Many Michigan congregations and organizations have made IDF Sgt. Gilad Shalit an honorary member. Shalit is the Israeli soldier kidnapped in Israel by Hamas terrorists who infiltrated from Gaza in June 2006. See a list of all the state groups that hold Sgt. Shalit in their thoughts on page A43. On The Cover: Photography, Angie Baan Page design, Deborah Schultz The Detroit Jewish News (USPS 275-520) is published every Thursday at 29200 Northwestern Highway, #110, Southfield, Michigan. Periodical postage paid at Southfield, Michigan, and additional mailing offices. Postmaster: send changes to: Detroit Jewish News, 29200 Northwestern Highway, #110, Southfield, MI 48034. •,-,/ , ' x Family Focus C V On The Go C39 Matzah Factory shines in festivities. JNenline. Online Poll With Passover nearing, have you begun your search for chometz? Visit the JNonline.us homepage, below the left menu, to cast your vote. Last Week's Poll Results Was the president right to loosen restrictions on embryonic stem cell research? 83% yes 17% no Shabbat Lights Key JN Phone Numbers: Candlelighting Switchboard: (248) 354-6060 Friday, March 20, 7:27 p.m. Shabbat Ends Saturday, March 21, 8:29 p.m. Candlelighting Friday, March 27, 7:35 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 8:37 p.m. jl 4.`s';;*': .71 1 • 111111.2.0.. Some strategies to bolster appetite and avoid malnourish- ment: • Eat small amounts more fre- quently (start earlier in the day); • Try nutritional supplement drinks (e.g., Ensure, Boost, etc.); • Consume ginger tea, plant nu- trients and fish oil for appetite; • Get a professional meal plan. — Barbara Beznos, Registered Dietitian Direct Your Questions For Barb And Counseling Inquiries To: General News: (248) 351-5144 Business News: (248) 351-5148 Arts News: (248) 351-5142 Delivery: (248) 351-5174 Circulation: (248) 351-5174 Retail Ads: (248) 351-5107 Classified Ads: (248) 351-5100 Shabbat Ends . I Loss of appetite may be related to one or more medical circumstances such as particular medi- cation. depression; bowel issues; ' liver, kidney, or heart disease; cancer; or other conditions. You should consider medical screening if your involuntary weight loss exceeds 7% in a one month period. 6 8 - "" N Fd- EWSPAPER THE YEAR *Some begin Havdalah 60 minutes after sunset instead of 72 (above). Integrated Nutrition, LLC, 32401 Northwestern Hwy. Farmington Hills. MI 45 . 334 Phone: (248) 538 8050 - E-mail: barb@integratednutrition.com Web: xvww.integratednutrition.com Ativ , :' tiserrient 1453200 March 19 • 2009 A3