Finding Your Health Insurance Cinderella
By Alexander Germanis One of the best-loved fairytales compiled by the Brothers Grimm is that of Cinderella, a young woman mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. When Cinderella flees the royal ball, leaving behind a glass slipper, the prince uses it to find her once more. A magical item, the slipper is a perfect fit […]
Am I Ready for a Senior Living Community?
Submitted by Holly Hall, Village of Mercy Creek Have you noticed that your home maintenance responsibilities have become a hassle? Or maybe your adult child has mentioned that you might want to start thinking about moving. Whatever the catalyst was, you’re wondering if it’s time to make the transition to a senior living community. Making […]
Top 10 Sleep Myths
Submitted by J. Todd Gray, DDS, D. ASBA, Koala Center for Sleep Disorders Myth 1: Sleep is a time when your body and brain shut down for rest and relaxation. No evidence shows that any major organ (including the brain) or regulatory system in the body shuts down during sleep. Some physiological processes actually become […]
A Permanent Solution To Unwanted Hair
Submitted by Serenity Med Spa Unwanted body hair is a common concern for both men and women. Most hair removal methods—waxing, shaving, plucking or creams—are annoying, time consuming, and even painful. In addition, these methods often cause razor bumps, acne-like breakouts, and can sometimes lead to infections. Would you like to permanently get rid of […]
Treating the Whole You
By Alexander Germanis Living in Central Illinois means being more than familiar with farms. While most of us are mainly concerned with the food product a farm produces, a farmer is concerned with the plant, its root systems, the acidity of the soil in which it grows, fertilizer, rainfall, and the list goes on. Like […]
Depression: How Can You Help?
By Jenn Bovee, LCSW, CRADC, CCHt, The Mental Wellness Center, Inc. Depression is a mental illness that affects approximately 10 percent of American adults from all walks of life. It is a leading cause of disability and can significantly interfere with a person’s behavior, physical health, and interaction with others. Depression afflicts more people than […]
What Is the Endocannabinoid System?
Submitted by Leann M. Croft, MSPT, HOPE Center for Pain CBD is appearing in almost everything—from bath bombs to coffee drinks to medicinal tinctures. People are finding that it is a safe and natural way to help with a wide variety of health issues including anxiety, pain, inflammation, digestive problems, and skin conditions. But just […]
5 Reasons Why Most Diets Fail
Submitted by True Health Chiropractic & Massage Have you ever wondered why most diets fail? Perhaps you’ve tried every diet out there, only to be disappointed over and over again. You work so hard, you’re so hungry, and you spend hours in the gym, all for just a few lost pounds. Or, maybe you’ve even […]
What Your Health Is Worth
By Alexander Germanis No matter one’s economic status, what walk of life one comes from, or what age one may be, ultimately the most important thing is one’s health. Maintaining our health is such a factor in our lives, we spend thousands of dollars on insurance, purchase gym memberships, pay extra money for organic foods, […]
How To Prep for a Waxing Appointment
By Jennifer Solis, Owner, Bless These Brows The holiday season often means photos, parties, family get-togethers and travel—maybe to someplace sunny and warm! One item on the grooming “to-do” list is waxing. Waxing is one of the more popular and effective means of removing unwanted hair on various parts of the body. Wax is applied […]