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Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves, often manifesting as n…
Acupuncture for hot flashes
The ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture has been used to treat physical, mental, and emotional conditions - from headaches to asthma - for thousands of years. New research has been released indicating it may he…
Metabolism and weight management
Too often I hear the complaint that a slow metabolism is the cause of weight gain. What exactly is metabolism? Metabolism is the process in our bodies that converts the food and calorie-containing beverages we cons…
Cholesterol's bad rap - where's the good?
Cholesterol has been given a bad rap. We have been taught that cholesterol in our body is bad. But cholesterol is a substance critically needed by the body! The number of functions it has in the body is truly remar…
Wine conflicts
I was asked this past week to take a look at a wine book to see if we might want to sell it here in the shop. We declined, primarily because much of the information was dated. The book had been published almost 10 …
Live life!
I love the snow. I love to get my exercise outdoors snowshoeing with my dogs as often as possible. However, we have had a rather mild winter this year. Flowers are beginning to peek out to show early signs of sprin…
Ask your audiologist...
How do we tell if our mother has dementia or untreated hearing loss?
What you do matters
I am passionate about personal health, and I believe your health is your most prized possession. It amazes me how many people pay little to no attention to their health.
Find your shoes
First things first, go and find your tennis shoes. Then go get your workout bag and all your workout clothes. You will need a water bottle, and don't forget your "never give up spirit," because you will need it whe…
Counterfeit vitamins
On a daily basis in my practice, I read the labels of vitamins and supplements (herein referred to as supplements) that people are consuming. I'm astonished at what some companies put in their products! Coatings, p…
Valentine's Day: Treat your heart right
The month of February is all about hearts. Not only is Valentine's Day this Saturday, but the whole month of February is American Heart Month. Valentine's Day is known for romantic dinners and chocolate. American H…
Can a bladder problem be a back problem?
The benefits of chiropractic are well known when it comes to the management of low back pain. However, looking beyond the localized low back benefits of spinal adjustments, the positive effects on bladder function …
Winter recommendations
The calendar says February, despite the spring-like temperatures and rain all weekend. We will leave the unseasonable weather to Cliff Harris to let us know when it will end, but we will take care of recommending s…
Have you set your health goal for the year?
Why not? Do you want to feel better? Have more energy? For many of us, our question is how?
What is cortisol and how does it affect me?
Cortisol is the only hormone in the body that increases with age. It is made by your adrenal glands and is essential to our survival. Produced when under stress, cortisol is responsible for maintaining the ability …
Slow down and take a breath
There I was, clicking into a pair of demo skis at the show with my husband, and then poling away to the quad, when I realized I was breathing way too hard. I was surprised. I had been training hard this last month,…