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Stress: A weighty matter
There is a very strong correlation between stress and weight gain. Since we all have stress in our lives, then how can we ever lose weight? Understanding the mechanisms of how stress contributes to weight gain help…
Mind body connection: Part 2
Research suggests that our negative thoughts and emotions can make us sick and even affect our lifespans. Aside from having positive and happy thoughts for the rest of their lives, what is a person to do?
There's California appellated and then there's California appellated
The appellation designation on a wine bottle is every bit as important as the vintage. In order for a wine made in the US to bear the designation of a particular growing region or appellation in general, 95 percent…
The effects of medication on breast cancer related lymphedema
According to the American Cancer Society, 15 to 28 percent of all breast cancer survivors will develop Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema (BCRL).
Mind body connection
You might not realize this, but our emotional and physical health are connected. Whatever the emotion is, our bodies respond physically to our thoughts and how we feel and act. Positive emotions such as gratitude h…
On the move
It is hard to believe it, but the dinner party will be open 12 years this year! To think of how Coeur d’Alene has changed and how the wine industry has grown in North Idaho in that time is truly remarkable. For Mar…
Natural solutions for Raynaud's
Raynaud’s syndrome is a condition where small blood vessels narrow (vasospasm) and temporarily restrict blood flow to the extremities. The tissue turns white with lack of blood flow and then blue from lack of oxyge…
Foggy Days: Reasons for brain fog and poor memory
In our quest for greater brain clarity, we need to understand that it is never normal to have brain fog, poor concentration, or lack of cognitive clarity, even as we age. While blamed on “you’re just getting old,” …
And, we're off and running
Time for all us gardeners to “get with the program.” Now that mid-April has arrived, there are lots of jobs needing to be done. The calendar says this year’s A…
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MATT’S PLACE: Assisting families battling ALS
Are you shrinking?
Who wants to shrink? But unfortunately, it’s a normal part of aging if you live long enough. Here are a few things to know about shrinkage and what you may be able to do to help it.
Foggy days: Reasons for brain fog
Many people complain of “brain fog.” Some define it as an inability to concentrate or easily getting distracted, while others say they go about feeling like their head is stuffed with cotton and they feel sleepy. T…
Support the best wine lists
We write frequently about the number of wines we taste; it is about 50 to 60 per week. We almost never turn down a chance to taste with any of our distributors, importers, winemakers or brokers. We consider it the …
Ask Hayden Health: Top 5 reasons to take your child to a chiropractor
Why should a child get adjusted? The simple answer is that children have spines and a nervous system just like adults, and we want to make sure they are functioning properly, especially during the developmental yea…