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Five steps to resolving back pain
Belly slimmers for barbecues, beach days
With summer in full swing, we may be tempted to overindulge in cookout foods high in fat, sugar, and sodium. Though these foods are OK to consume in moderation, they may displace other nutritious foods such as frui…
A summer sausage roll with a triple dose of fennel
Fennel loves fat. That's why fennel seeds are such a common seasoning in sausages. They contribute a mildly peppery, fresh flavor that cuts through the delicio…
An impressive way to grill a whole cauliflower
Last summer, the hip way to handle cauliflower was to treat it like a steak.
The Cabernet article
The statistics still show that Cabernet and Chardonnay are the two most purchased and consumed varietals domestically. As we mentioned last week, covering all of the great Chardonnay in one article is challenging, …
Sports hernia
Sports hernia does not fit the common definition of a "hernia," where an organ or soft tissue protrudes outside its normal cavity. There is no defect in the abdominal wall or herniation of the abdominal contents wi…
Make a trade
When I was growing up, summer was always a time that we played cards - any type of cards. We played by the pool, at the dock, on the beach, and sprawled out on the porch. Anywhere that we might have a chance to pla…
Bill Brown: Making the best of a bad break
Fun in the sun
Hooray, summer is here and so are the toasty days. These are great in some ways, but not so great in others. Under "great" comes a long list of enjoyable outdoor activities such as biking, picnicking and swimming, …
Weight-loss math: +5 weeks, -80 pounds
I can't believe it has been five and a half weeks since my surgery. It seems like it was just yesterday.
Milestone Announcements July 6, 2014
Aaron May: A special volunteer for Specialized Needs Recreation
More than a decade ago, Aaron May's mother was faced with a Spring Break week of video games for her 12-year-old son. She encouraged Aaron to "tag along" with her while volunteering in the community, rather than st…
What are headaches?
Headaches, like back pain, are one of the most common of all physical complaints. They can also be one of the most frustrating to manage.
Tablets and smartphones are a pain in the neck
I routinely have patients come into our office complaining of neck and shoulder pain. When I go out to the waiting room to get them for a treatment, what are most of them doing? Texting. I actually had one teenager…