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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…
Will a common drug lower Parkinson's risk?
Parkinson's disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that causes noticeable shaking and slowing of movement. While there is no cure, the condition may be managed with drugs such as levodopa, dopamine agonis…
Fibromyalgia: What is it and what can I do about it?
Fibromyalgia is characterized by muscle inflammation, pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, poor concentration/memory, headache and depression. Because these symptoms are often similar to other medical issues and not …
Veteran's disability benefits to be reviewed
Do you know someone who was discharged from the military with a medical discharge between Sept. 11, 2001, and Dec. 31, 2009? Was their combined rating 20 percent or less and not have been found eligible for retirem…
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…
A review of Woodhouse Wine Cellars
This past weekend we held a winemaker dinner and also a tasting with Woodhouse Wine Cellars and Jason Colyer. As retailers and as consumers we are always looking for a consistent producer of well priced and good wi…
How to detoxify our body's engine
The light went on. Is it 3,000 miles already? Seems like I just changed the oil in my car, how can it be time to change it again already? How many filters are in a car? We have a fuel filter, an oil filter, and on …
Are you struggling to take a breath?
We all know that breathing is a vital function, however many of us take that for granted.
Justify that daily java
A recent article in Nutrition/Diet News gives us "Java Junkies" a reason to continue with our daily dose of goodness. Many studies have shown that heavy coffee drinkers have a lower risk of developing Type 2 Diabet…
The Skinny on Weight Loss: Part II
In my editorial "The Skinny on Weight Loss: Part I," I discussed some of the difficulties associated with weight loss including the enzyme regulation of fat storage and fat loss from the adipocytes (fat cells). I m…
What is your health score?
We are continuing from last week's article and want to help you evaluate your overall health score. Another way we do this is by checking blood pressure and the spine for any nervous system blockages. Is your blood…
How to open a bottle of wine
My feeling is that the choice of a wine opener or corkscrew is as personal as the choice of wine itself, and while the movement to screw caps (also known as a …
It's all Greek to me!
So what IS Greek yogurt? Many people are still in the dark when it comes to this dairy product that is gaining immense popularity. Greek yogurt is a healthy option that can offer great nutritional benefits, and it …
Teeth and Body: Both need to be clean!
As I look forward to my regular teeth cleaning this week, I wonder how it is that dentists have instilled in us so remarkably well how important it is to do this ritual. Not only do we understand the importance of …
Help yourself hear well
With the new year what is new and exciting in hearing health care?
Active life transitions specialty therapy unit launched
COEUR d'ALENE - Ivy Court announced today the launch of an innovative therapy unit, Whispering Pines at Ivy Court, with specialized therapy staff that instructs and guides patients in achieving their individual reh…