New Baby? How to Prepare Your Pet Part I
By Lauren Malmberg, Peoria County Animal Protection Services Congratulations, you’re expecting a new baby! What a happy time for you and your family. And, it can be a happy time for your pet as well, if you make arrangements and adjustments before the new addition actually arrives. Many pet owners make a smooth transition from […]
Seven Things Parents Say That Can Cause Eating Issues
By Michelle May, MD As parents, we sometimes forget that we are raising adults, not children. Our goal is to provide them with the skills and increasing responsibility for managing their lives without our constant vigilance. One key lifeskill is the ability to navigate our abundant food environment while maintaining optimal health. Here are seven […]
Protect Your Ears and Enjoy Your Summer!
Submitted by the Audiologists at Midwest Hearing Center After a long, cold winter, many people look forward to the warmer weather of summer. For most of us, summertime signifies a multitude of fun outdoor activities. Among the most popular summer activities for people of all ages are swimming and water sports. For people with certain […]
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Looking at Senior Living Communities
By Steve Buttice If you are looking for assisted living, you know that you cannot afford to make a poor decision when the stakes are high. This is often a very stressful time for all family members, and, too often, just finding a place to start is tough. Selecting a senior-living community can be made […]
Watermelon A Summer Favorite
Nothing says summer like a watermelon treat, but unlike many unhealthy options, this one is guilt-free and loaded with beneficial nutrients. For a long time, watermelon has been taken for granted as a sweet, tasty summertime fruit, made of sugar and water, and nothing more. Over the past years, nutritionists, medical professionals, scientists, and researchers […]
Try Yoga to Soothe the Stress in Your Mind and the Tension in Your Body!
By Bertil Hjert Times are hard and they just seem to be getting harder! Every day, we hear more dire news about the economy, sinking stock prices, and mounting job losses. Everyone is worried that they will be the next victim. This stress can have damaging effects on your emotional and physical well being. Stress […]
Here’s to La Diosa!
By John Marchioro, Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation (DHS/DRS) In January 2015, chef Laura Martinez’s dream came true at the opening of her very own restaurant, La Diosa, which means “The Goddess.” Located in Chicago’s affluent Lincoln Park District, La Diosa’s menu is a fusion of Mexican and French cuisine inspired by […]
What is Sexual Addiction?
By Karen Lee, LCPC, CSAT, CMAT and Nathan Krahn, LCPC, CSAT, CMAT Karen Lee, a former employee of AGAPE Counseling, can be reached at 309-826-2593, located at 712 E. Empire in Bloomington. Sexual addiction (sometimes called hypersexuality, sexual dependency, or sexual compulsivity) has received attention from the media in recent years as celebrities and politicians […]
Dad Is Given 24 Hours to Move Out of Assisted Living
By Steven A Buttice Last month, dad decided to walk to the store from his home in assisted living. Going out for a walk is something many do on a nice day, but this walk resulted in an eviction from his home in assisted living. This gentleman, with the guidance of his family, moved into […]
Shin Splints Self-Care
Shin splints occur when you have pain in the front of your lower leg. The pain of shin splints is from the inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around your shin. Shin splints are a common problem for runners, gymnasts, dancers, and military recruits. However, there are things you can do to heal […]