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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…
Are you living with pain?
Pain can be debilitating and affect not only how we feel but our quality of life. For many it is about restoring their quality of life so that they can play with their children or grandchildren, walk around the blo…
The scariest order
Regardless of age, experience or even where we are on our wine journey there is one request that can scare any of us. Whether it be a large party at a business dinner or a more intimate gathering with family and fr…
Get up and go
As we complete a weekend of exercise extremes, many people take a look at their own level of exercise. You don’t have to be an Ironman or Hoopfest participant to be physically fit. Nor do you have to work out at a …
Simple, do anywhere, relaxation techniques
Summer is in full swing and here in Northwest everyone heads for the great outdoors. I love it, there is no better life. Along with the fun of all of that, however, is the fact that we often over schedule ourselves…
All about ACAI
Acai is the new “superfood” that’s sweeping the shelves of health food stores and businesses across the nation. Although acai bowls and chocolate-covered acai treats are now wildly popular, this fruit has been arou…
New research on chiropractic and breech births
Recent research reported in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health — Chiropractic on a woman experiencing a breech presentation reveals that chiropractic may play an important role in helping pregnant w…
Why we shrink in height?
Do you ever wonder why you are getting shorter in stature as you age? One of the reasons can be that the spinal discs are beginning to lose their height as a result of dehydration. I know, you might be thinking tha…
Brain food: Can Alzheimer's disease be prevented?
She was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) about five years ago — My mother. I am thankful that she still recognizes me, but I know this will not always be the case. Today marks “The Longest Day,” which is all…
A trip down memory lane
I just returned from a trip to Northwest Indiana to visit my 90-year-old mom who sadly is not doing very well. Thanks to all of you who have sent messages of prayer and support to me directly and mentioned good tho…
Planting the seeds of health: Part II
In Part I of Planting the Seeds of Health, we were talking about how the miracle of plant life parallels the miracle of human life. To have healthy plants, we have to address the soil and environment that may be st…
Planting the seeds of health: Part 1
After a long winter and frustrating spring, we are exuberantly working to get our fields and gardens planted. Some will spend time planning just the right colors, textures, heights and maybe even fragrances in thei…
Are B vitamins really a source of energy?
Energy drinks and supplements are stamped with the claim that they will boost your energy because of B vitamins. Is what we are reading true? Well, you surely felt energized when you consumed that energy drink. Of …
Ask your audiologist Please try out the new stuff!
Every year around this time the hearing aid manufacturers release and train audiologist and hearing instrument specialists on all of the newest products. I have the feeling the economy is getting better because the…
Safe sunscreen
Everyone knows you should wear sunscreen, but if you’re like me you worry about all the chemicals in them. Are they safe?
How is your emotional and physical well-being?
Are your fears about your health and the choices you must make keeping you from moving forward? When these concerns stop us, we need to take an inventory of old thoughts and be open to accepting new possibilities. …