On the Move
By Alexander Germanis When a bird is not in flight or a fish is not coursing through the water, it goes contrary to their physical nature. Indeed their most notable physical characteristics are indicative of how they move through their respective environments. While we humans may not have wings or fins, our limbs certainly still […]
Retirement 101 — “The Investing Frenzy Of 2021”
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC “Buy low, sell high.” It’s the most fundamental investment lesson that we’re all taught and one that most of us can recite by heart. But when it comes right down to it, how many of us actually subscribe to those words of wisdom? Warren […]
Rough Up Your Diet Fit More Fiber Into Your Day
Fiber—you know it’s good for you. But if you’re like many Americans, you don’t get enough. In fact, most of us get about half the recommended amount of fiber each day. Dietary fiber is found in the plants you eat, including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. It’s sometimes called bulk or roughage. You’ve probably heard […]
My Post-Pandemic Travel Fantasies
By Sherry Gordon-Harris, Health Alliance Picture it: I’m somewhere on a warm sandy beach, leaned back on a comfortable beach chair, and sipping on an icy drink from a tall glass with an umbrella hanging off the side. Or maybe I’m exploring the cobblestone streets of an Italian city seeing wonderful items in the marketplace […]
QCTrails.org Bringing 125+ Local Trails to Your Fingertips
Submitted by Quad City Health Initiative & Bi-State Regional Commission Moving more and maintaining good mental health have never been so important. A year+ of COVID-19 has certainly taught us that. The good news is we’ve got a FREE resource to help you do both right here in the Bi-State Region of Illinois and Iowa. Its […]
Nobody Ever Frames Their Financial Plan
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Most of my clients will never realize how much detail and attention I put towards building their comprehensive financial plan. When I create these plans, as methodical as it is, it sometimes feels artistic in utilizing the right financial tools to paint a picture of their future that matches […]
Are Water Treatment Systems Worth the Investment?
Submitted by Tarvin’s Culligan of Bloomington Many homeowners turn to water treatment systems to improve their water’s quality and taste. Should you get your water treated, too? Let’s start with the basics—what is a water treatment system? Water treatment is any process that improves the quality of water to make it appropriate for a specific […]
How To Select a Massage Therapist
By Don Thorpe, LMT, Aches Away Massage Specialists Massage therapy can be an extremely beneficial part of any health and wellness plan. While many people think that the primary benefit of massage therapy is to help you relax, it can do so much more. The key is finding the right massage therapist to meet your […]
How To Select a Massage Therapist
By Don Thorpe, LMT, Aches Away Massage Specialists Massage therapy can be an extremely beneficial part of any health and wellness plan. While many people think that the primary benefit of massage therapy is to help you relax, it can do so much more. The key is finding the right massage therapist to meet your […]
The Mental Wellness Center—Get Back To Feeling Good
By Amy Talcott What if there was a place you could go and sort through where you’re stuck or what’s holding you back in life, and figure out a path to get you back where you want to be? That’s exactly how Jenn Bovee, LCSW, describes the Mental Wellness Center, a practice she founded in […]