Summertime No-No’s for Your Feet
By Melissa J. Lockwood, DPM, Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates, P.C. One of the joys of summer is shedding the heavy shoes and socks in favor of barefoot romps in the grass, walks on a sandy beach, and sporting adorable strappy sandals. However, sandal season is the busiest time for podiatrists! We see an increase […]
The Health Benefits of CBD
Submitted by Leann M. Croft, MSPT, Hope Center for Pain CBD oil is becoming incredibly popular—and with good reason. People are finding that it can help with a wide variety of health issues including chronic pain, anxiety, depression, inflammation, and other conditions. However, there is some confusion and mis-information surrounding CBD—what is it, what does […]
Celebrating Life and Serving With Joy
These days, senior living opportunities are more exciting and fulfilling than ever before, with a generation focused on living safe, active, and enriching lives. The Village at Mercy Creek, a senior living community in Normal, strives to connect each of their residents with their life’s purpose by nurturing their physical, mental, social, and spiritual wellness […]
Scleral Contact Lenses — A GAME CHANGER
Submitted by VisionPoint Eye Center Have you been unable to tolerate contact lenses? Have you tried many different types of contact lenses and still have discomfort or poor vision? Have you been told that your eyes are hard to fit for contact lenses? Don’t despair—there may be a contact lens option for you after all. […]
Should Life Insurance Be Part of Your Retirement Plan?
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Most of us think of life insurance as protection against financial loss should we die prematurely. But if and when we reach retirement and the kids are all self-sufficient, do we still need life insurance? The answer is maybe–or maybe not. Here are some situations where life insurance may […]
An Improved Smile for Improved Health—The Methods of Cosmetic Dentistry
By Alexander Germanis The link between physical appearance and health has been fairly well established. Feeling confident and being happy with one’s outward appearance can have dramatic positive effects on one’s health. Logically, then, the physical manifestation of happiness—a healthy smile—can both lead to and be reflective of a more healthy individual. It may come […]
Wish Bone Canine Rescue — Finding Happy Homes for Dogs
By Becky Wiese “Happiness is a warm puppy” is a simple statement made, ironically, by the perpetually crabby Lucy of the Peanuts comic strip. The truth of it is basic enough: Dogs can make anyone happy. Scientific studies have shown that pets, in general, provide many health benefits to their owners—physically, mentally, emotionally and, some […]
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 […]