Conquering the Sunday Scaries
By Jenn Bovee, LCSW, CRADC, CCTP II, CCHt. The Mental Wellness Center It usually hits around mid-afternoon on Sunday. You’re trying to enjoy the last stretch of your weekend, maybe folding laundry or zoning out to a show, and then: bam. A tightness in your chest. A mental scroll of Monday’s tasks kicks in. […]
Community Health Care Workers
It Takes a Team Submitted by Chestnut Health Systems A resident, “Mary” of the Salvation Army shelter pumps a fist, and declares “together, we matter!” Finding her own success in recovery and overcoming hardship, she is looking to advocate for others in the community and be “the voice of the unheard.” Part of her […]
Allergy Season and Your Complexion
Submitted by Jennifer Solis, Owner, Bless These Brows Spring has a way of keeping us guessing. Whether April feels like lingering winter, or an early taste of summer, allergy season arrives right on cue. And it’s not just sneezing and watery eyes that are affected—our complexion can feel the effects as well. Seasonal allergens […]
Better Fuel Better You
By Alexander Germanis It has long been said: You are what you eat. But how often do we actually take that adage to heart? Before cramming another donut down the gullet or guzzling another beer, how much thought do you give to how the fuel you’re using to fill your tank is affecting the […]
Savory, Satisfying Ideas for Lunch and Dinner
When the lingering cool weather calls for savory and satisfying meals, skip the same old soups and stews, and level up your comfort food cache with the flavor and versatility of pearl couscous. Distinguished from traditional Moroccan couscous by its slightly larger and rounder shape, plus its less dense, firmer consistency, pearl couscous is thoroughly […]
A Healthy Romantic Relationship
Love is one of the most powerful human experiences. When we fall in love, the world seems brighter. We feel energized, hopeful, and deeply connected. Biologically, our brains release feel-good hormones like dopamine and oxytocin, which increase pleasure, bonding, and motivation. Life feels exciting and meaningful. But beyond the emotions and chemistry, an important question […]
7 Steps to Start Growing Produce at Home
Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it’s a project even a beginner can tackle with ease. Consider these tips to start growing your at-home garden: […]
45th Annual St. Jude Runs
By Amy McCoy For 45 years, a single bold vision has carried runners across highways, through small towns, and into the hearts of thousands of supporters. What began as a modest grassroots effort has grown into one of the most inspiring endurance fundraisers in the Midwest: the St. Jude Runs. At the center of […]
The Secret Life of Varicose Veins
Submitted by Drs. Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, Grieco, and Couture, The Vein Specialists, LLC Oh my, varicose veins. Those twisty, bluish-purple roadmaps that appear on your legs. They pop up like rebellious teenagers, rolling their eyes at your skincare routine and yelling, “We don’t follow circulation laws!” Some people hide them with long pants or […]
Spring Into Wellness After a Long Winter
Submitted by The Carriages of Bloomington By the time March rolls around, most of us in Central Illinois are ready to trade snow boots for sunshine. Yet the reality is that March can still bring gray skies, cold winds, and even the occasional snow flurry. Just when we think winter is behind us, another […]