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Termination temptation
We’ve all been there. You’re starved, and whatever it is that you are presently consuming just tastes so good that there is no question you’ll eat until it’s g…
No RICE for you!
Over the last few years, many physical therapists, physicians and fitness professionals have been shifting their perspective on using ice to treat certain injuries. The ubiquitous use of rest, ice, compress and ele…
New research on chiropractic and breech births
Recent research reported in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health — Chiropractic on a woman experiencing a breech presentation reveals that chiropractic may play an important role in helping pregnant w…
Why we shrink in height?
Do you ever wonder why you are getting shorter in stature as you age? One of the reasons can be that the spinal discs are beginning to lose their height as a result of dehydration. I know, you might be thinking tha…
Brain food: Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented?
She was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) about five years ago — My mother. I am thankful that she still recognizes me, but I know this will not always be the case. Today marks “The Longest Day,” which is all…
A trip down memory lane
I just returned from a trip to Northwest Indiana to visit my 90-year-old mom who sadly is not doing very well. Thanks to all of you who have sent messages of prayer and support to me directly and mentioned good tho…
Planting the seeds of health: Part II
In Part I of Planting the Seeds of Health, we were talking about how the miracle of plant life parallels the miracle of human life. To have healthy plants, we have to address the soil and environment that may be st…
Kid Scoop 06-20
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Taking it for granite
By JERRY HITCHCOCK
The last full Ironman, are you ready?
I remember in June 2011, my then 5-year-old son was just about to start his second year of running Iron Kid in the Coeur d’Alene City Park when he was introduced to a handful of pro athletes here to participate in …
Planting the seeds of health: Part 1
After a long winter and frustrating spring, we are exuberantly working to get our fields and gardens planted. Some will spend time planning just the right colors, textures, heights and maybe even fragrances in thei…
Are B vitamins really a source of energy?
Energy drinks and supplements are stamped with the claim that they will boost your energy because of B vitamins. Is what we are reading true? Well, you surely felt energized when you consumed that energy drink. Of …
Ask your audiologist Please try out the new stuff!
Every year around this time the hearing aid manufacturers release and train audiologist and hearing instrument specialists on all of the newest products. I have the feeling the economy is getting better because the…
Safe sunscreen
Everyone knows you should wear sunscreen, but if you’re like me you worry about all the chemicals in them. Are they safe?