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The pain of fibromyalgia

A few decades ago, fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) was considered a myth, or a psychiatric problem, because it was difficult to diagnose with the tests of the time. Since typically a person suffering with it seemed als…

Benefits of organic virgin coconut oil

Coconut has become one of the most popular oils in the past few years and for good reason. The health benefits of organic virgin coconut oil are astounding. Not that long ago coconut oil was considered to be a "bad…

Age worthy

With a special occasion last week we had the opportunity to try a couple of older vintages of wines we have consumed over many vintages, one a 1995 Bald Mountain Zinfandel from a ranch that straddles the Sonoma and…

Your new bundle should only create joy, not pain

Nothing is more exciting than bringing home your new bundle of joy! All you want to do is hold, love on, and keep that baby in your arms forever. However, what some may not realize is, when it comes to caring for a…

Savvy sippy cup advice for young and old

I have a love hate relationship with sippy cups. On one hand I love them because they keep toddlers from spilling, staining and making big messes. And I am certain that on many occasions they have kept me from gett…

Are your sleeping habits leading to back pain?

Have you ever considered changing your sleep habits to relieve lower back pain, neck pain or other general aches and pains? If not, it is time you did. Your sleep position and pillow choice could be the very culpri…

From Peru with love

Handcrafted Teddy Bears and stuffed Alpacas create a one-of-a-kind gift for that special person

Natural treatment of depression and anxiety with 5 MTHF

5 MTHF (5 Methlytetrahydrofolate) is a biologically active form of folic acid. 5 MTHF has shown to be very effective in treating depression and anxiety in people who have a genetic defect in metabolizing folate and…

Manage the stress associated to chronic disease and its treatments

What if there was a way to alleviate some of the negative side effects experienced as a result of treatments for cancer or other chronic diseases? There is and it is found in Quantum Biofeedback. This state of the …

'I'm Gonna Dance Again!'

Adriene Haslet, known as an incredible dancer, was watching the Boston marathon with her finance, when she was hit with pieces of a bomb. As a result she lost part of her lower leg and foot. She was recently interv…

Wearable robots getting lighter, more portable

Full-fat cheese the secret to a healthy quesadilla

At heart, a quesadilla is pretty much a Mexican grilled cheese. Take a tortilla, stuff it with something savory, add some cheese, fold it in half and toast it. It's also pretty delicious.

The nitty gritty on teenage oral health

The teenage years are full of emotions, changes, and new experiences. You may be preparing for your first date, mastering driving skills, shaving for the first time, and preparing for college or a career. As these …

What do you do when your child has a bottomless stomach?

Do you worry that your child's appetite is setting them up for weight struggles in the future? Every child is unique and it is often not easy to know if they are born with insatiable appetites or if they have learn…