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Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is a condition characterized by damage to the peripheral nerves, often manifesting as n…
12 Days of Christmas
FA LA LA and HO HO HO, ‘Tis the season for great joy, right? Not stress, presents, no working out, money talks and families fussing. How should we spend this Holiday season? I say the twelve days of Christmas need …
Wine without food
From our winemaker dinners to our tasting notes that go with our wine club we tend to focus on wine and food pairing. How each can make the other and together better. We recently received a question from one of our…
Your adrenals and health
The adrenal gland is an important player in a symphony with other endocrine glands, responsible for the direction of many hormonal activities in the body. Mostly known for its role in the “fight or flight” mechanis…
Plantar fasciitis most common cause of heel pain
Chronically painful feet are hard to ignore and sometimes even harder to return to a pain-free state. Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, and occurs in all types of individuals. Although both m…
What is micro-needling?
Micro-needling is the hottest new trend in skin rejuvenation. It can be used to treat fine lines and wrinkles, minimize photo aging and it improves overall skin quality. Micro-needling in an aesthetic procedure tha…
Pelvic health: Body balance after baby
A new baby, there is nothing better! Snuggling them, loving them and nurturing them becomes your new life. Suddenly the aches and pains of pregnancy and delivery are forgotten. But don't kid yourself this is no lit…
A cure for the 'common' headache
Headaches mean big business, and this is especially the case when the cause underlying the headache pain goes undetected and therefore the headache pain is not successfully treated. Drugs are not a cure; they are n…
Talk turkey and family health this Thanksgiving
Chronic disease affects many Americans. There are some contributing factors we can control such as nutrition, physical activity, tobacco use, etc.; however, there are also risk factors we cannot control such as age…
Stock up on fall superfoods
With the falling leaves and crisp air comes the wonderful time of fall harvest. Stock up on these seasonal superfoods this autumn for a fun twist on classic dishes:
Our Thanksgiving recommendations
We almost always have Thanksgiving at our home. It is one of those meals I love to cook and an occasion when Mary always creates a beautiful “tablescape.” The coziness of the cool fall day, the celebration of a pur…
No headache is 'normal'
Headaches and migraines are so pervasive in society today that many people refer to headaches as a “normal headache”. There is no such thing as a “normal headache”. No headache is normal. All headaches are red flag…
Questions for your health
Do you wake up refreshed in the morning, ready to go or do you use the snooze option on your alarm:
Pelvic health: Body balance after baby
A new baby, there is nothing better! Snuggling them, loving them and nurturing them becomes your new life. Suddenly the aches and pains of pregnancy and delivery are forgotten. But don't kid yourself this is no lit…
Massage cupping: An ancient technique with powerful results
The modern world of healing has embraced another wonderful ancient technique that has powerful results. Massage cupping bodywork is being used for many purposes, including helping with pain, inflammation, blood flo…
The skinny on steel cut oats
It seems like nearly every week the media presents a new SUPERFOOD: an item that has gained attention and is heavily advertised. As part of the superfood craze, media reports that these foods MUST be eaten to: achi…