Establishing Healthy Nutrition Habits During Pregnancy for You and Your Baby
By Karen Collins, DNP, FNP, CNM, WHNP & Ashley Frerichs, CNM We know that healthy women and children are the foundation of a healthy community. Did you know that your nutritional status, even before you conceive, can affect your baby’s health well into your child’s future? Good nutrition is one of the most important factors […]
Autism Spectrum Disorder — Symptoms and Treatment
By Luke Dalfiume, PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Co-Owner, John R. Day & Associates, Christian Psychological Associates Autism Spectrum Disorder is sometimes hard to diagnose. Many with Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnoses today would have simply been thought of as “characters” or as “eccentric” in the past. Autism Spectrum Disorder refers to a pattern of social deficits […]
Building Self-Esteem Through Self-Defense
By Craig W. Armstrong Growing up can be tough, and most young people could use a boost when it comes to self-esteem. There are many ways to improve self-esteem, and one is through learning the martial arts. In June, young people participating in Goodwill’s GoodGuides® Youth Mentoring program learned that the martial arts can teach […]
Using EMDR to Overcome Difficult Life Events
By Kristen Leman, LCSW, Agape Counseling LTD Everyone faces difficult life events; from the youngest child born pre-maturely to the elderly man who has big regrets in life. A lot of times, these difficult life events are dealt with and the person adapts and continues to live a life that is considered normal for that […]
Healthy Vision After 65
By Roger C. Croland, OD You should have seen your eye doctor around age three and again as you were entering school. If you needed glasses, then you would have come back at least once every two years. Those who don’t need glasses many times forgo visiting their eye doctor unless they have a problem. […]
Diabetes — How to Not Become a Part of the Statistics
Submitted by Essential Wellness Pharmacy “Sugars are inflammatory,” said Bill Kalman, RPH., owner of Essential Wellness Pharmacy, at one of his recent free monthly seminars at Unity Point-North Conference Center. His talk centered on the importance of understanding the impact of sugar in those who are diagnosed with diabetes and key factors to be aware […]
Advocate BroMenn Health & Fitness Center Your PRESCRIPTION for Better Health
By Becky Wiese The Advocate BroMenn Health & Fitness Center is not just another gym. Far from it. Instead of focusing solely on how many reps or miles or laps you can do, the goal is to provide a comprehensive approach to health and wellness with consistent guidance to people at all levels of fitness. […]
Importance of Senior Independence
From the early stages of life we are taught to care for ourselves. We learn that independence is important for success, boosts confidence, promotes happiness, increases sense of accomplishment, and the list continues. The wish to be independent stays with us from those early years to the later stages. Many times, seniors feel that their […]
Why Is Blue Light Getting a Bad Reputation?
By Ivetta Daccache, OD, FAAO It’s back-to-school season and with that comes Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! The stores’ shelves are filled with all the latest and greatest school supplies. Digital devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers are becoming more commonly included on that list, even with young children. Time reported in their […]
Which Is Which, and What Is What? The 411 on Senior Living Options
Submitted by Lutheran Hillside Village Whether you are shopping around for options in senior living, or exploring on behalf of another person, it can be overwhelming. “What’s offered at each community can differ greatly,” says Allison Marlow, Senior Living Counselor at Lutheran Hillside Village. “With such a wide variety and a growing demand, there is […]