Lifestyle
What's happening in lifestyle news? For information and details regarding daily lifestyle, see our articles below.
Milestone Announcements May 22, 2016
Body and soul in long-term care
I have a friend whom I’ve known since I was a teenager, way back when. I’ve seen him move through the stages of his life as a student, a soldier, a husband and father, a high school teacher and coach, and an intrep…
Michael Harrison: A passion for performing, a heart for teaching
Coeur d'Alene Charter Academy instrumental music instructor Michael Harrison plays at least 14 different musical instruments.
Resistant starch
This week, let’s take a look at resistant starch. What the heck is resistant starch? Simply defined resistant starches are types of starch that do not completely break down during the digestive process. These resis…
Get your gut bugs
Most of us probably aren’t thinking about bugs when we eat, but we should be! Probiotics, that is, are the good bacteria in our intestines that are beneficial for health. Your gut contains a diverse yet delicate ba…
Teeth grinding and night guards
Do you grind your teeth at night, or do you wear a night guard? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, this article is for you. The typical way to treat tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, is with a…
Spring projects
I don't know what it is about spring, but when it comes, everyone around here thinks that the hibernation of the winter is over and they are bound and determined to get some work done. They are stacking slash piles…
Vines and vintages, weather and rain
We have written many times about the preferences of winemakers and growers alike, which simply put are that a long slow dry and warm growing season is always better than any year involving cold and wet. We talk to …
When food is addicting
Not surprisingly, food addictions are in the top five of addictions and addictive behaviors. Why is food so addicting? There are many theories, mostly having nothing to do with willpower.
Milestone Announcements May 15, 2016
ANNIVERSARY
We're off - and running
Nothing tickles gardeners more than being outdoors, planting something that grows. It can be anything, as large as a tree to as small as a poppy seed. We know …
Chris Chaffee: Helping vets express beauty once again
LightBenders photo course to assist vets who struggle with post-military challenges
Community Thanks May 15, 2016
STAND DOWN: Thanks to sponsors, contributors, volunteers
Branch Chain Aminos
This last weekend, I took part in the Montana Spartan Sprint obstacle race. These types of shorter on average 5-plus mile obstacle races are usually tough, but manageable. This year many seasoned athletes stated th…
Signs of chronic inflammation
Normally, inflammation is part of a healthy immune response, an army of cells and chemicals that heal injury and fight infection. When you think of acute inflammation, you think of redness, pain, and swelling. Acut…