I’m Too Smart To Fall For a Scam
By Pam Atkinson M.S, Elm Haven Place Yes, you probably are, but can you control all aspects of your life that make you vulnerable to scammers? Scammers are not the greasy haired, beady-eyed sleezy person of our parents’ time. Actually, they are intelligent manipulators who use narcissistic behaviors, as well as knowledge gained in higher […]
4 Elements of a Strong Personal Injury Case in Illinois
Submitted by Kanoski Bresney Law Firm Though accidents happen every day, some are more severe than others. In most cases, common mistakes are waived by providing a simple apology. However, some incidents are caused by individuals who might not even be aware of how they contributed to your accident. Instances of negligence, though not intentional […]
Habit Change for the Life We Want Most
By Alison Pendergast, MA, NCC, LPC with Chapin & Russell Associates Have you ever made the decision to change a habit, whether it was starting an exercise routine or a new diet, only to start off strong and then have it all fall apart within a day or two? We have the very best intentions […]
Cardiac Thoracic & Endovascular Therapies, S.C. – Saving Your Circulation
By Alexander Germanis Nothing living can sustain itself without some system in place to transport nutrients. A city cannot subsist without a distribution of food to every household. The farms growing that food cannot thrive without delivery systems for water and fertilizer. And the human body cannot utilize the nutrients from that food or the […]
How Does CBD Work?
Submitted by Jack Davis, owner of Your CBD Store – Peoria IL If you missed last month’s article, here are some quick facts about what CBD is: CBD is a cannabinoid Your body produces its own cannabinoids Anandamide is one cannabinoid made by your body Your body has an endocannabinoid system THC and CBD are […]
Sexual Abuse and Sexual Assault
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Sexual abuse and sexual assault essentially refer to the same behaviors. However, sexual abuse is often used to refer to sexual behavior against a child by a much older child, adolescent, or adult. Sexual assault is often used to […]
Families & Serious Illness
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook Do you regularly provide care to a family member, neighbor, or friend with a serious illness? Do you help them with tasks like grocery shopping, cleaning their home, or getting dressed? Do you need information about providing this care or a short break from doing it? If you answered […]
Step Back Into the Daylight
By Alexander Germanis When the morning breaks, it brings with it all the hopes and potential of a new day. This is true, at least, for those who awake after a night of restful sleep or for whom the bright light of day does not trigger splitting headaches. For those who suffer from temporomandibular joint […]
10 Warning Signs for Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias
Submitted by the Alzheimer’s Association The terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” are often used interchangeably. While they are related, there are distinct differences between the two. Dementia is the umbrella term for an individual’s changes in memory, thinking, or reasoning. There are many possible causes of dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause […]
“I’m Doing Everything Right, Why Can’t I Lose Weight”
By Bill Kalman, RPh., Essential Wellness Pharmacy, Peoria With the start of summer comes warmer weather, swimsuits, and shorts. Have you tried and struggled to lose weight? Have you told yourself or others that you “are doing everything right so why can’t I lose weight?” Do you work out and “eat right” and are still […]