Osteoporosis The Emotional Effects of the “Silent Disease”
Submitted by Shannon Laesch, APN, and Elizabeth Madlem, APN, The Bone Health Clinic at Millennium Pain Center Osteoporosis is often called the “silent disease” because, early on, there are no tell-tale signs to alert you of its progression. This disease occurs in the bones, which are living, porous structures. When the body loses bone mass, […]
Time to Get Back on TrackJanuary is the time when many people resolve to lose weight and improve their health. Unfortunately, su
Submitted by Brittany King, APN, WHNP, Advanced Women’s Healthcare January is the time when many people resolve to lose weight and improve their health. Unfortunately, such good intentions rarely last longer than a month or so. In fact, it is estimated that only eight percent of people who make resolutions — no matter what time […]
Healthy Snacks Kids Will Love!
Submitted by Dawn Blocklinger, Bloomington Hy-Vee dietitian Need some snack ideas that will keep the kids happy and healthy? Finding simple, tasty food options that won’t break the bank doesn’t have to be hard. Seasonal produce is usually on sale and may even come from a local farm. Minimizing processed foods and focusing on nutrition […]
Heartburn Can Be Serious!
Submitted by Illinois Bariatric Center Heartburn is a common problem for many people. If you’ve ever experienced heartburn, you are familiar with the “burning” sensation in the chest that may also spread to the throat, leaving an unpleasant, sour taste. Heartburn is often triggered by eating a large meal or food that is greasy or […]
What You Need to Know About Cancers of the Head and Neck
By Mary Kay Holloway RDN CSO LDN, Dietitian at the Community Cancer Center April is the month for building awareness for a variety of issues. For instance, April is awareness month for alcohol, autism, multiple births. When it comes to cancer, April is the month for Awareness for Head and Neck Cancer. According to the […]
Sedation Dentistry
By Alexander Germanis It is well known many children are afraid of going to the dentist. Also not surprising is the fact that that fear often stays with people well into adulthood. In fact, anxiety over going to the dentist is one of the most common fears people cite when asked about their phobias. For […]
Key Retirement and Tax Numbers for 2017
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Every year, the Internal Revenue Service announces cost-of-living adjustments that affect contribution limits for retirement plans, thresholds for deductions and credits, and standard deduction and personal exemption amounts. Here are a few of the key adjustments for 2017. Retirement plans Employees who participate in 401(k), 403(b), and most 457 […]
Negatives into Positives Troubleshooting Migraines, Part 4 By Alexander Germanis
By Alexander Germanis The medical field is no stranger to adopting and adapting things previously thought of as harmful into something beneficial. Petroleum jelly — better known by the brand name of Vaseline — is one such example. The botulinum toxin that makes food from a bulging can so dangerous to eat is another. At […]
Gained a Few Pounds? So, What’s the Big Deal?
Submitted by Brittany King, APN, WHNP, Advanced Women’s Healthcare Being overweight isn’t just about how you look. Did you know that even just 10 extra pounds can significantly raise your risk for other health problems? While the majority of women trying to lose weight are motivated by the desire to have their clothes fit better […]
Why More Men Are Taking Shape
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery When you think of cosmetic surgery, the first thing that may come to mind is that female celebrity’s latest facelift, nose job, or breast enhancement. However, in the past few years, there has been an increasing demand for these aesthetically-enhancing procedures among the male population. The rise in male […]