Winter Wellness Reset
Small Habits That Make a Big Difference December often arrives with a sense of magic—twinkling lights, familiar songs, and gatherings that reconnect us with people we love. Yet for many, it also brings exhaustion, stress, and emotional strain. The colder, darker months can disrupt energy levels and motivation, while holiday obligations can make it […]
Think Inside the Bowl
Quick Ideas for Busy Season Meals When life gets hectic, eating well can get pushed to the bottom of your to-do list. A go-to meal option due to their simplicity, versatility, and nutritional benefits, rice bowls provide a convenient and satisfying solution for parents, students, and busy professionals juggling multiple responsibilities. During the busy […]
Tension Headaches, Migraine and More
When Headaches Disrupt Your Life Headaches come in many forms. Where you feel the pain, what other symptoms you have, and how long headaches last can vary. For many people, headaches are an occasional nuisance. For others, they can be chronic and disabling. Some headaches can be prevented with small lifestyle changes. Drinking enough […]
Considering Anesthesia for a Tattoo?
What Anesthesiologists Say You Need to Know Tattoos have gone mainstream — about one in three U.S. adults has at least one. Some people consider the pain of getting a tattoo part of the experience or a rite of passage. Others may look for relief via numbing creams, sprays, ice packs, or even anesthesia. This […]
7 Tips for Managing Screen Use
Helping Families Find a Healthy Balance Help find balance by spending time with your child on digital devices, for example, with a video call to a relative. Feel like screens are eating into family time? We have some tips from experts for setting limits on screen use and cultivating healthy digital habits in your […]
The Medicare Obstacle Course
Exercising Your Right to Choose Submitted by Annette Morrison, M.S., CRS-A/D, DCS, CCSI Case Coordination, LLC Jason took a deep breath and rejoiced at the tightness of the skin on his chest – right over his heart. He was recovering from a recent heart attack and triple bypass surgery. As he paced on the […]
Gratitude & Aging
The Benefits of a Thankful Mindset Submitted by The Carriages of Bloomington As we enter the season of Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the power of gratitude—especially in the lives of older adults. While gratitude is often associated with polite manners or holiday traditions, recent research shows it can do much […]
Glowing Through Menopause
Submitted by Jennifer Solis, Owner, Bless These Brows Menopause is a powerful, transformative phase in a woman’s life—but it often comes with changes that feel anything but empowering, especially when it comes to your skin. Many women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond begin noticing their skin behaving differently: dryness, sagging, dullness, and even thinning […]
Hidden Dangers of Ultra-Processed Foods
Eating healthy isn’t always easy. Expert-recommended diets often emphasize fresh, whole foods and home-cooked meals. But that can be expensive and time-consuming. Highly processed foods are often cheap and convenient. But they also tend to be high in calories, added sugar, saturated fat, and salt, and low in fiber. Scientists are starting to learn that […]
The Haunted Investor
Don’t Let Fear Derail Your Future A Haunting Parallel: How Fear Can Influence Your Financial Decisions By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Some say the old mansion is haunted, and I live just down the road from it! It’s Duncan Manor, a historic building in the countryside of Towanda, IL. I’m not easily […]