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Ask your audiologist Hear well in 2017!
If you have hearing loss you should make a "New Ear's Resolution" to help yourself hear well. Make that appointment for that hearing test that you have been putting off. Not sure if you have hearing loss or a block…
Doreen Dixon: A life among the stars
The moment Doreen Dixon met Walt Disney, she knew she was in for an exciting life.
Cardio training vs. strength training for weight loss
This question is one that is commonly asked this time of year when people are on the New Year’s resolution road to health and wellness.
Never too old to hit the weights
By JERRY HITCHCOCK
A body burdened
We all carry mental and emotional burdens. But what about body burdens? The term “Body Burden” or “Toxic Burden” refers to a condition in which the body houses an accumulation of toxins from environmental and other…
Can diet affect the human gut microbiota?
The effect of diet and lifestyle on the gut microbiome is an emerging area of research. Being aware of an individual’s diet can affect the microbes living in the gut microflora and the health of the cells lining th…
Acupuncture for food addictions
Food addiction is a pervasive challenge. Theses extreme cravings can make it seem impossible to control your behavior around food even when you know you should not be eating it. It is so often at the root of people…
Joint pain: When should parents worry?
What does joint pain mean in a child and should you be concerned? After 18 years of private practice and pediatric care, I have found that anytime a child complains about joint pain it should not be overlooked.
Preparing for your appointment with a memory loss specialist
You’ve noticed the signs. Perhaps the oven was left on overnight or an important date slipped your mind. Or perhaps you simply don’t feel like yourself and are having troubles remembering day-to-day tasks.
Working with the greats
As we often do during dinner, this past week we had a movie on while we enjoyed a glass or two of wine and our meal. I don’t even remember the name of the movie but I do remember that Paul Newman was in it. The fil…
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Great read for your mind
Winter is always a great time to consume a few great books. This year, I want to look at a few books that will give you helpful tools to aid in your success for overall health and wellness.
Easing into health
By JERRY HITCHCOCK
Did you hear the buzz?
I’m not talking about the latest gossip, but the buzz many people experience in their ears. Sometimes it’s a hum, or a roar, or can even sound like crickets. It can drive you crazy because you can’t get away from i…
The pricing decision
What is a wine worth? Any wine? That is probably the single most challenging decision that any winery faces, where to price their wine to keep the winery as a whole financially viable, while also ensuring that wine…