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Time to enjoy those houseplants
I hate to say it, but Old Man Winter is on its way. The local “snowbirds” will soon be heading south. The rest of us … otherwise known as the “tough old birds”…
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Sugar issues?
Do you feel irritable, shaky, queasy or lightheaded if you miss a meal or eat late? Do you have a difficult time staying away from sweets? Do you feel sick if you eat too much sugar? Do you make sure you eat three …
Brain and mental health benefits of low-level laser
Mental health is a growing concern and brain function disorders are on the rise. These include traumatic brain injuries (TBI), depression, anxiety, dementia and post-traumatic stress disorder. Among our college stu…
A robust fall and winter schedule
As in years past, we resumed our schedule of winemaker dinners and tastings in September. The season got off to such a fast start that we are later than normal with writing what will be a robust schedule over the c…
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When your heart goes a-fluttering
When your heart flutters it can be a scary experience. If any other organ has a glitch, we don’t worry near as much as when it is the heart. While not all heart flutters are serious, it’s important to know if it is…
Wine torture
What is the proper way to store wine? It is one of the most frequent questions we get in the shop from wine consumers, and it is asked by everyone who buys the $15 and under bottles to the big-time collector ones. …
A momma's brain: The fourth trimester
So, I wish I knew what I know now about how a mother’s brain literally changes during pregnancy and afterward. We’ve known for years about all the physical changes, but it’s only been the last few years that resear…
Like it or not - fall has arrived
We are fortunate to be able to grow many succulents in our area. All they require is lots of sunshine and not too much water. My Autumn Joy blooms faithfully a…
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Things to watch for
I frequently search for wine on the internet. Not to buy of course, but to find pictures of the labels so we can include them in our weekly wine special, the “Friday Night Flights,” or for tasting notes from the pr…
Spinal decompression
People constantly call us and ask us questions about our spinal decompression program and the effectiveness of the treatment. So when I came across a research study performed in 2017, I thought I would share it.
Health detectives
What is a “Health Detective” and what does she do? When someone is sick there’s a reason for it. The body doesn’t just suddenly decide ‘Hey! I have nothing else to do today. Maybe I’ll make my immune system go hayw…