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Let's talk about Spirulina
What comes to mind when you hear the word spirulina? Do you think about a spiralizer you purchased to make zucchini noodles? Maybe, it sounds like the name of a flower. What about a more familiar term, one that is …
Our Christmas wish list
Like so many holidays throughout the year Christmas is a great “wine holiday,” there is much diversity of food, and fun pairings to go with all of them. Our gatherings whether big or small feature close friends and…
Snow load on trees
Last week I briefly mentioned part of last year’s stress to trees was the damaging snow in December. Heavy and wet snow accumulated quickly and temperatures dropped, freezing heavy masses to tree crowns. Due to the…
Give the gift of warmth
As the old saying goes, "Cold feet, warm heart," but when your feet get cold, it's hard to feel jolly this time of year. For most of my life, I’ve struggled with staying warm when the weather turns cold. I remember…
Berni Dami: Looking back with a smile
There wasn’t a single day Berni Dami thought about quitting her job as Duane Hagadone’s personal assistant and secretary.
Bad weather running
Last week I was reading an article in this newspaper that stated we have not seen very many single digit temperatures in the last few years and we have not had subzero temperatures at all in a few years. Global war…
A workout with a beer chaser
There is no disputing the social aspect of group exercise. A workout just seems easier (and way more fun) when others join in to share the experience.
Sciatica and you
Sciatica occurs when one experiences constant pain in the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the buttocks and on down through the lower legs. This nerve extends through the entire lower part of the bo…
The 'HTFs' have landed
The last year has seen some extraordinary additions to the wine “list” available to wine consumers and those of us in the business as well. In the 9 years, the dinner party has been opened I can’t recall a year whe…
Stop daily headaches - live free with no limits
What would you do on a day that you didn’t have a headache or a migraine — and you knew that nothing you did on that day could cause a headache or migraine? Really — what would you do?? Would you be the real you — …
Why all the dead trees this year?
After an extended hiatus, I decided to return to writing articles again and a thank you to all those who aided me. My topic this week is on the increase in Western Pine Beetle activity.
Holiday food safety
In the midst of the holiday season, it can be easy to forget food safety basics with all the baking, cooking, and festivities that occur. Keep these tips in mind when stocking up your fridge and whipping up holiday…
PMS: A raging problem!
Years ago, a 19-year-old woman and her family came to see me for “severe PMS.” I hear the word “severe” a lot, but none as profound as this one. This girl raged for three out of four weeks per month. Only the week …
Snow shoveling tips to prevent back injuries
Snow shoveling is one of the more common causes of back injuries during the winter months. However, this type of injury is preventable if you know the best ways to remove snow without straining the back.
Ask your audiologist: Free holiday hearing aid feedback clinic
If your hearing aid is whistling or feeding back I may be able to help. I am offering to try to fix your feedback problem if I can. Please come into the office Tuesday, Dec. 20 between the hours of 1-3 p.m. and let…