5 Tips to Help Prevent GERD From Spoiling Your Holiday Meals
Holiday season is upon us and with the holidays come many festive, food-centric celebrations, making it a great time to be aware of food-related health conditions that can affect your ability to enjoy the holidays. As you break bread with friends and family, there’s a good chance you might overindulge, which can cause acid reflux […]
3 Essential Steps to Love Your Heart
Taking steps to improve your overall health can help you live a longer, healthier life. One key component of overall well-being – heart health – is especially critical as heart disease has been the leading cause of death among Americans since 1950, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Adopting habits like exercising […]
The Guide to Winter Wellness
A New Resolution By Alexander Germanis As we approach the end of one year and the start of a new, certain things are inevitable for many people: spending more time with family; shopping for and, subsequently, returning presents; stuffing oneself like a State Fair prize farm animal; and, consequently, making a New Year’s resolution to […]
A Heartfelt Thank You From The Baby Fold
By Claire Wagner It’s well known that Bloomington-Normal’s community members are a shining example of generosity and compassion, setting a powerful standard for the entire state. It’s because of your unwavering support that nonprofits like The Baby Fold can continue to grow and reach over 1,200 children throughout Central Illinois each year. Since its […]
Keep Moving This Holiday Season
By Leah Rodriguez, MS, Wellness Director at Westminster Village With the holiday season upon us, it may be tempting to think about putting your workouts by the wayside with the promise to start again after the New Year. But research shows that when regular exercise stops, the benefits begin to diminish within a few […]
Common Conditions Treated by Podiatrists
What You Need to Know Submitted by Dr. Melissa J. Lockwood, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates Podiatrists are specialized healthcare professionals focused on diagnosing and treating conditions related to the feet, ankles, and lower extremities. Many people may not realize the breadth of issues that podiatrists address. Here are some of the […]
Stronger with Age
Embracing Strength, Flexibility & Balance During Menopause Submitted by OhmFit Activewear Ah, middle age: that magical time when “getting up” from the couch feels like a CrossFit challenge and every little ache and pain reminds you that your body is aging like fine cheese (and not the good kind). As we age, we face […]
The Great Wealth Transfer
and What It Means for Your Family Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC®, Certified Financial Fiduciary® President of The Whisler Agency Over the next few decades, America will witness one of the largest financial shifts in history—the Great Wealth Transfer. This monumental event refers to the transfer of approximately $84 trillion from the […]
Manage Hectic Mornings with Quick, Healthy Breakfasts
Getting kids up and out the door is a challenge all on its own, and on those busy school mornings when nothing seems to run smoothly, healthy breakfasts can go by the wayside. While it’s widely recognized as the most important meal of the day, that doesn’t always mean you have time to sit down […]
Join the “Five for Five” Campaign
Every five minutes, someone’s life changes with a gynecologic cancer diagnosis. GSK is encouraging spending five minutes to learn more about the risks, symptoms, and importance of spreading awareness of gynecologic cancers. By reading and having conversations around the below five facts around gynecologic cancers, you can help yourself and others to feel more empowered […]