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Times Advocate, 1995-09-06, Page 8Page 8 Times -Advocate, September 6, 1995 Dispelling myths about goat's milk Brenda Burke T -A staff GRAND BEND - After raising goats for 15 years, Jan Hayward swears by the benefits of pasteur- ized goat's milk. Hayward said goat's milk is good for "people that can't take the fat in cow's milk...In some cases it's real- ly not an allergy so much as a fat intolerance." Because the fat in goat's milk ap- pears as smaller molecules, the milk is naturally homogenized and therefore more easily broken down, especially by children and seniors who find it difficult to digest milk.' But, warns Hayward, goat's milk does not contain less fat. It has three to four per cent butterfat, the same amount as cow's milk. Hayward has -known of several infants who have taken to goat's milk. When her own daughter was ill as a haby. switching to goat's milk solved problems with di- gesting formula. People with lactose intolerance, however, are out of luck since both cow's and goat's milk contain this ingredient. Hayward. who makes her own feta and ricotta -like cheese, also likes the fact goat's rr.ilk tastes less sweet than cow's milk. As far as taste goes, "you wouldn't know the difference at all when it's fresh and pasteurized," she said. "Fresh pasteurized goat's milk tastes like fresh, pasteurized cow's milk...People assume it should have a goaty taste." In fact, if goat's milk is sitting in Hayward's fridge for more than a week. she throws it out. "Goat's milk really does have a taste if it starts to turn," she ad- mitted. After Hayward takes the goat's milk she needs for her household, she feeds the rest to her haby goats, her kids. The average milking doe milks from the time it's one year old until it's seven or eight. and produces 12 po•mds of milk after its kids have been horn between January and June. This level of milk production then drops off gradually over a 10 - month period until the doe is pro- ducing only one or two pounds of milk. Hayward said many people buy a goat expecting a constant flow of milk. "I get Tots of calls from people who want milking goats," she said, especially over the past three years when goat's milk and cheese has increased in popularity." Hayward keeps about 25 goats at one time, including 15 milking does, which she milks morning and night. She feels raising goats is la- bor-intensive, estimating caring for one cow equals the care of seven goats. "You'd have to have about 100 goats that were milking," she said, in order to be profitable. That means your total goat num- ber would have to be about 125. She feels many people don't realize raising goats is a full-time job. Although when comparing goat farming to dairy farming, Hayward said "I think with the goats you're not getting that level of income," she does believe commitment and smart choices may result in fi- nancial success raising goats. "If they have good hay and good pasture they'll produce on very lit- tle grain," she said, adding "Little things make a big difference." Because goats establish a pecking order similar to that of chickens, Hayward also recommends keeping young goats separate from the herd for their first year, or for that mat- ter, as long as possible so they can get more fresh air and avoid .lis - eases. New goats should be added si- multaneously to an established herd in order to prevent one goat from being bothered excessively. The first sign of illness in a milk- ing doe is a sudden drop in its milk. "If they really get picked on," said Hayward, "They don't milk as well....If they're milking they (usu- ally) eat what they need. They learn fast. They're really clever animals." However, Hayward stresses the need to measure and monitor the food intake of all goats. Jan Hayward gives some attention to two of her milking does. A milking doe belonging to Jan Hayward relaxes Just out- side utside of the bam on its farm near Grand Bend. Your Views Letters to the editor CBMI would like to applaud the Canadian government CBMI has seen firsthand the disabling injuries and the detlasted lives resulting from landmines. Dear Editor, Christian Blind Mission International (CBMI) would like to applaud the Canadian government for their courageous and strong call, at the recent United Nations' conference in Geneva, for a complete han on the use of land mines. According to current statistics sited in the May -June 1995 "Child Survi- val World Development Newsletter," "Land mines have killed or injured more than one million people since 1975." Already, some 100 million of these devices are buried in over 60 countries. Another 100 million land mines lie in stockpiles, ready for use. Afghanistan is the most heavily mined country in the world, with an esti- mated 10-15 million of these devices. Angola is second, with nine million. Cambodia has two land mines for every child. With medical and development projects in all three of these troubled countries, as well as approximately one hundred other developing nations, CBMI has seen firsthand the disabling injuries and the devastated lives re- sulting from land mines. These are unnecessary and tragic disabilities -- both orthopedic and visual -- imposed on innocent men, women and chil- dren. Children are in particular danger, attracted by the mines' different shapes and colours. CBMI knows the value of preventive medicine and preventive measures, and we believe that this stand, taken by our federal government, is a cru- cial step in the prevention of unnecessary disabilities throughout the devel- oping world. We urge all Canadians to support our government in these kinds of good works. Yours truly, Art Brooker. National Director Christian Blind Mission International Keenagers enjoy picnics AILSA CRAIG - In spite of the hot, humid summer, the residents have been able to have some pic- nics, although some had to be can- celled. The Keenagers visited Carol's Place on a windy day. The White - fords always is a nice place to re- lax at, wind or no wind. The day to visit Georg and Clara Reig, dawned under threatening skies and dire weather forecast. However, Clara and her family had already begun preparing a sumptuous German meal , so we decided to exercise our faith that the sun would shine. More than 20 residents were roy- ally welcomed to the Reig's spa- cious lawns under sunny skies. Thunder rumbled but the delicious meal proceeded. After dinner a tour of the impres- sive Clower and vegetable gardens and the quaint little chapel was en- joyed. Picnics at Evelyn McNaughton's serene estate, Doug and Barbara Young's home in Bayfield and the Breimer farm were also enjoyed. The trip to pick blueberries was repeated again this year. Another day, off to "Someplace". This time it was a nice little cafe in Petrolia. A drive along the St. Clair River was a nice wav to finish the day. The proprietor of Lynd-das Healthy Alternatives came to speak and shared her wealth of knowledge. Marilyn Wallace shared the benefits of reflexology. and Ruth Cook gave a demonstra- tion of painting anything from a cupboard to a tea pot to a basket. Music has delighted the resi- dents in the past few months. Jana Lyn Rutledge shared her talent and allowed us to sing along as well. Courtney Fox. Bethany Elliott and Karen Vermunt put on a variety program. Sharon Devrce came with some students and moms. Not only do they display talent in play- ing the piano. at the ages of six to nine, they each have composed music as well. The Downies have had prize winning pieces. Special thanks to Jana and Ellie Schlich- ter. Mallory and Bryan Downie and Zachary Havens for sharing their time and talent with us. A visit from the Oesch triplets was also very enjoyable. Summer is corning to a close. but September's calendar is already full of interesting programs ready to be enjoyed. A call to 293-3419 will let you in on the fun. or per- haps give someone you know a new lease on life! Singing for seniors Carol Gascho, activity coordinator for the Queensway Nursing home in Hensel) sings a tune with resident Mil- dred Gingerich. They were at a Dining for Seniors function at the Exeter Youth Centre recently. Law Office Re -Opening Robert J. Deane, Q.C., B.A., M.B.A., LL.B. wishes to announce the reopening of his Grand Bend Branch Law Office at 45 Ontario Street, North, Grand Bend The office will be open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. commencing Sept. 6, 1995 Otherwise by appointment only Phone 38- 4-H battery blitz makes Huron County a safer place EXETER - Huron County 4-H Leaders' Association, along with 4- H members, has again collected a trailer load of batteries. These spent lead -acid batteries can be danger- ous if left lying around. During June and July over 1000 batteries were brought to one of the eight de- pots throughout the county. Thanks to the various dealers who supplied a safe spot for collection and to those who brought in the dead lead - acid batteries. Huron County is a safer place and 4-H has funds to help finance some of lis programs. Watch for news of the collection again next year. Bayview winners The Bayvlew Golf Club hosted its 12th annual Invitational on Wednesday as 118 golfers teed off for a vast array of prizes. Joe Masse hit a hole -in -one on the number 12 hole. He used a five iron to make the 185 yard shot on the par three green. Winners are back row from left: Paul Herbrand, low gross; Peter Groot, 'C' flight low gross; Jim Masse, owner; Dave 'Mr. Up and Down' Scatcherd, 'A' flight low net; Rick McGuire, 'C' flight low net. Front row: Frank, Verberne, 'B' flight low gross; Charlie Bouwman, low net of the day; Guy Williamson, 'B' flight low net: Wall- ey Keating, 'A' flight low gross. ImrNOTICE OF NEW LOCATION Ells of Tuesday, Sept_ 5 Lori Burt Registered Massage Therapist will be moving to 476 Main St., The Exeter Business Centre (corner of Huron & Main St.) Upper floor. Telephone 235-3722 and her new associate Andrea Rader Registered Massage Therapist will be joining her. Phone 235-4565 by appt. only • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ANDREA'S DANCE STUDIO is proud to announce that Ashley Arnold and Meaghan Wegg (right) entered the Competition at the Bayfield Fair and won first place in the junior division. Lisa Arnold and Robin Harvey (above) also entered the 199.5 Youth Talent Search Competition at the Clinton Fair and won third place in the Senior division. Both Duets will now advance to compete in the Quarter Finals at the Western Fair. Good Luck Girls! 1995 Youth Talent Search DANCE STUDIO Acroliymnastica, Tap and Jazz ANDREA WEtiti, B.A.T. D.. ASSOCIATE P.O. BOX 147, Bldg. #75, Huron Park, Ont. NOM 1Y0 Bus: (519) 228-6610 • Res: (519) 228-6070 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Capsule Comments with Ernie Miatello September if Arthritis Month. Arthritis is so com- mon that almost everyone over forty shows some signs of it on X-rays including loss of soft, smooth cartilage at the joint surfaces and a thickening of the bone at the joints. Osteoarthritis affects individual joints, primarily knees and hips. Rheu- matoid arthritis (RA) is a disease of the whole body. RA symptoms are felt mainly in the joints but can also affect muscles, ligaments and ten- dons and can cause changes in the blood vessels, lungs and heart. There have been many unproven claims that special diets can cure ar- thritis. Examples include vegetarian diets. low fat diets. and high -fish diets. However, it is best to consult your doctor or registered dietitian if you are considering dietary changes. Keeping a healthy body weight will reduce joint stress and help alleviate arthritis symptoms. It Is estimated that every kilogram you lose reduces the force on your joints by three kilograms. If you have arthritis, you might consider joining the local arthritis support group. These groups are excellent in helping people cope with, their diease. itHURON APOTHECARY Ltd. Phone 235-1982 440 Main St., Exeter "Your Health Care Pharmacy"