Metabolic Monitoring Part 7
By Alexander Germanis Following a recipe is more than simply having the right ingredients and the proper amount of each one. Knowing how to add them together and even in what order to combine them can be as crucial as what temperature at which to set the oven or for how long the food should […]
Sports Performance Training Maximize Ability and Reduce Injury
By Martin Ross Individualized training, solid coaching, and parental support can mean the difference between a seat on the bench and a shot at the majors. One wrong move can end a career before it begins or even permanently bench a young athlete. That’s why Nate Henry, director of sports performance with Bloomington’s Orthopedic and […]
Another Day in Paradise Part 3
By Alexander Germanis There is a word usually only uttered when the weather is perfect, the scenery is beautiful, no work needs to be done, and one does not have a care in the world: paradise. For maxillofacial surgeon Stephen Doran, DMD, and his assistant Maggie Barr — both of Doran, Capodice, Efaw, and Ocheltree, […]
Price Checking Comes to Healthcare Part 1 of 3
By Becky Wiese Consumers continue to become more and more price savvy — we have been trained to get the most for our money for years now. This is especially true for the purchase of a big ticket item — car, house, appliance, even education — because we want to get the best deal financially […]
Small Businesses Can Take Advantage of Special Enrollment Period This Year
By Brian Thede, The Employers Coalition for Healthcare, Inc, (ECHI) Employers that would like to offer health insurance for workers, but have been unable due to the cost or because not enough employees elected to sign up, may take advantage of a special small-group enrollment period this year. Over time, business owners have understood that […]
Don’t be Fooled!
Submitted by Pediatric Smiles of Bloomington Most parents struggle with making sure that their children are eating a balanced, nutritious diet. We know it’s important for their overall health and development, and we often go to great lengths to sneak in veggies, limit snacks, and resist the ever-present temptation of unhealthy foods. One aspect of […]
Need Mental Health Help? Here’s Where to Start
By Amy Kennard Our mental health is just as important as our physical health. While we want our bodies to be strong, well-nourished, and healthy, we want the same for our emotional and psychological well-being. If our mental health is suffering, it can affect not only how we think, feel, and act, but it can […]
Ten Year-End Tax Tips for 2016
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group Here are 10 things to consider as you weigh potential tax moves between now and the end of the year. 1. Set aside time to plan Effective planning requires that you have a good understanding of your current tax situation, as well as a reasonable estimate of how your […]
Prepare for Surgery With Exercise and Diet
By Judith Graham for Next Avenue A dozen years ago, at the age of 50, Lillie Shockney decided to have breast reconstruction surgery after two bouts of cancer and two mastectomies. The procedure called for removing a flap of skin and fat from her abdomen, used to rebuild her breasts. Shockney knew a lot about […]
Exercise-Induced Injuries Can They be Avoided?
By Bryce Paschold, DPM, Orthopedic & Sports Enhancement Center Have you recently started a new exercise program? Maybe the idea has crossed your mind, but you are still mulling it over? Before starting any new exercise plan, it’s important to keep a few things in mind so that an injury doesn’t sabotage your good intentions. […]