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What's happening in our healthy community? For information and details regarding daily lifestyle, see our articles below.
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Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves, often manifesting as n…
Summer time is show time at Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre
It is hard enough to bring one new show to theatre fans after producing shows for over four decades. But Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre (CST) manages to bring four new shows to the area this season.
Another cup of green coffee please?
We have heard about all of the antioxidant benefits of green tea, but now green coffee beans? Coffee beans actually are green. They are the green seeds inside a bright red berry. It's the roasting process that turn…
Is all physical therapy the same?
Physical therapy changes from clinic to clinic. Just like you choose the doctor you feel is best for you and your condition, so should it be with choosing physical therapy. Not all physical therapy is the same. Gen…
Do you have 'text neck?'
In today's technology-thirsty society, it's rare to not see someone with their head down texting on their cell phone or reading the latest status updates on Facebook.
Are you weary or cheery?
Most people today answer weary more than cheery. Fatigue, brain fog, lack of mental clarity, depression, weight gain, and other complaints far outweigh cheeriness, happiness, confidence, and a general satisfaction …
Causes and solutions for bad breath
Recently I went to a popular local restaurant, and while the food was absolutely top notch, it left me with bad breath for several days afterwards. While it was embarrassing, it was also a little bit disconcerting …
The good doctor
Over the last several years we have been fortunate to work with many winemakers, winery owners, importers, and distributors on our monthly events like winemaker dinners and wine tastings. We have hosted some of the…
Biofeedback and your brain
Do you or your children suffer from learning disabilities? Or do you just want to give them that extra edge at school? Do you have trouble focusing or have you suffered a brain injury?
How do you take your medication?
While most medications are taken in tablet or caplet (oblong tablet) form, both are composed of compressed powder that needs to dissolve in the stomach before the active ingredient is released. For faster relief, c…
The hip bone's connected to the knee bone ...
Since your entire body is one connected unit, have you ever thought about that knee pain you might be experiencing and how it might be a precursor to a body mechanic problem related to your back or hip. How can you…
What to take for arthritic knees
Osteoarthritis of the knees is a common problem, particularly after age 60. While low-impact aerobic exercise, muscle strengthening, and stretching can help increase range of motion and decrease pain, medications a…
Asthma - A breathless existence
Asthma is now said to affect nearly 25 million people in the U.S. alone (that's one in eight individuals), 300 million worldwide. It continues to increase annually. An estimated $48.6 billion are spent in medical b…
Rev your engines
Danica Patrick, the NASCAR Cup rookie, revved her engines out of the pits midway through the "The Great American Race", and became the first ever woman to lead the Daytona 500, under full-speed conditions. Even tho…
Spring
After the short winter days and the long winter storms we always look forward to this time of year, not just for those lengthening days and sunny skies but because of all the great new wines that release in the spr…
Spring cleaning with Biofeedback
Spring is in the air and it is the time of year we clean up our yards and our homes and get rid of what we no longer need. This fresh start makes us feel good, so for the sake of your health and well-being, why not…