Believe in Your Future
Dennis Kagel Financial Services By Alexander Germanis A great many sports films over the years have focused on the underdog, the every man, the bench player who, although we in the audience know he has what it takes to be put in the game, neither his teammates, coach, fans, or sometimes even he himself […]
Ultrasound-Guided Joint Injections: Precise Pain Relief
Submitted by Vitality Physical Medicine Imagine a treatment that not only alleviates pain and inflammation but also enhances mobility with pinpoint accuracy. Ultrasound-guided joint injections are a crucial tool in treating various musculoskeletal conditions without surgery. Benefits of Ultrasound-Guided Injections The primary advantage of using ultrasound for guiding injections is the real-time visualization […]
Restore the Proper Flow Carpal Tunnel Release
By Alexander Germanis When watering the lawn or washing the car, the second the water ceases to flow, the culprit is usually the same: a kink in the hose. The only way to restore proper water flow is, of course, to relieve the pressure in the hose by straightening it out again. A kinked […]
Health by the Numbers Calories
Printed on nearly every package of food, on almost every bottle or can of beverage, and on menus in countless restaurants are the nutritional facts for the food. Usually at the top of this list of numbers, often in bold type and in a larger point size, is the important number of calories that product […]
Water is Life
By Alexander Germanis Recently gracing movie theaters was the sci-fi epic known as Dune. On the titular desert planet, the battle rages for control over an invaluable spice. However, throughout the story, an elemental compound is shown to be far more valuable to the people of the planet than any spice: water. Water, the compound […]
Put Food Safety on Your Back-to-School List
By Stephanie Streight, BS, LEHP, Environmental Health Coordinator, Peoria City/County Health Department Retailers have begun swapping out beach towels and sidewalk chalk, for bookbags and crayons, a sure sign that summer break is ending, and a new school year is swiftly approaching. Over the next few weeks, parents and children will begin hunting for reasonably […]
Meet Your Weight Loss Goal With Springfield Clinic Bariatrics
How many times have you thought, “I’m going to lose the weight when it affects my health,” or “Once things settle down and I have more time to focus on me, I’ll get serious about dieting.” In a world full of weight loss gimmicks and quick fixes, Springfield Clinic offers a different approach to weight […]
How Do We Taste …and Why Does It Go Wrong?
Learn the Causes of Taste Disorders and How They’re Treated Our sense of taste is important for our health and happiness. Taste helps us make choices about the foods we eat and stops us from eating spoiled or potentially poisonous things. Tasting and eating are personal and social experiences. We create happy memories when […]
Procure, Prepare, Preserve Maintaining Food’s Nutritional Value
By Alexander Germanis Mankind’s relationship with food is one that spans a wide spectrum. Some eat only enough to survive, others gorge themselves at every opportunity, and still others dedicate their entire lives to creating the most delectable meals fit for human consumption. Regardless of one’s personal relationship with food, our bodies require food […]
Reconnecting With Nature: Outdoor Activities for Mental Health
By Kelly Sharp, LSW, CADC, The Mental Wellness Center Ecotherapy is a therapy specialty that involves doing outdoor activities in nature. It allows us to explore and appreciate the natural world which can have a positive impact on our mental health. Studies indicate time spent immersed in nature is good for us. It can improve […]