Healthy Community
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…
Tips for those that are housebound with hearing aids
Coo-Coo for coconut water?
Every New Year brings a plethora of new trends in nutrition, but a few 2012 trends are still hanging around and one in particular seems to be continuing on its demand trajectory-coconut water. What exactly is cocon…
The skinny on fats: Part I
As Americans are broadening around the middle, they are bulking up with the wrong kind of fat. There are several kinds of fats in the body, each with different functions.
The 'Senior Moment' Radio Show
For those of us in our golden years, there's now a weekly radio show geared toward us! Thankfully, Connie Clark of Home Helpers has invited many wonderful and knowledgeable guests to join her on Saturdays at 4 p.m.…
Radiation and dental X-rays
Recently it seems that there has been an increasing amount of news and media coverage regarding the safety, efficacy, and potential side effects of dental x-rays. Unfortunately the claims and views that are put for…
Injured at work? You deserve the best care possible
Have you experienced a fall, pain, or injury due to overuse or an accident at work? You aren't the only one. Thousands of Americans every year find themselves injured at work. Not being able to work is detrimental …
On the record about off-label drugs
A medication is said to be used "off label" when it is prescribed to treat a condition for which it has yet to be approved by the FDA. An example of off-label drug use may be an anti-depressant that is prescribed t…
Enjoy wine without allergies
In the couple of years now that we have been writing articles for the Coeur d'Alene Press we have never repeated an article - although reviewing past themes and trends in the wine world is inevitable. Of all of the…
How can biofeedback help me?
Join the Certified Biofeedback Specialists at the Integrative Wellness Center on Saturday, Jan. 12 at noon for a short presentation and question and answer session on the INDIGO/SCIO biofeedback device. You'll lear…
Treating sinus inflammation
When sinus inflammation (sinusitis) strikes, most people probably think that the best thing to do is get a prescription for antibiotics from their doctors. However, antibiotics are ineffective in 90 percent to 98 p…
The benefits of stability
The world of wine is impacted by economic factors specific to the industry, what I refer to as the "wineconomy," and is also influenced by the general economic forces that affect each of us. After the last few year…
Focus on ADD/ADHD
You have been seeing the terms ADD and ADHD very often in our recent articles. This is due to the fact that our Focus program is now in full swing and we have begun helping children and adults in managing their sen…
Quit smoking with acupuncture
If you're ready to call it quits when it comes to smoking (or any other addiction for that matter), consider acupuncture. When other methods used fail, many people turn to acupuncture. Increasingly, acupuncture has…
New Year's resolution: Learn to knit!
Knitting classes at Alpaca Direct begin in January
Caution: High protein diets may pose problems
In our society today, weight and appearance seems to be the main focus on people's minds. After all, who doesn't want six pack abs or great arms? So, in order to reach this ideal perfect body, people will often tur…