Everyday Superwoman The Benefits of Strength Training
Most of us have heard tales of mothers lifting cars off of their trapped children. While there are several documented instances of this occurring, such superhuman feats of strength are usually caused by two major factors: fear and adrenaline. But for all those moments when a loved one is not in mortal peril, there are […]
Ahead of the Curve
By Alexander Germanis In the mathematic discipline of statistics, a Gaussian curve – often called a bell curve – is used to illustrate probability. The large curve itself represents the average – the majority of data collected. To the right of the curve, however, stand the above average outliers. When this curve is applied to […]
Rediscover Joy Benefits of a Dopamine Detox
By Jason DeFord, MA, LCPC, Chapin & Russell Associates, Neurotherapy Institute of Central Illinois Take a moment and think about how much you’ve been on your phone or tablet or video games today. Think about how much you are scrolling social media, using recreational drugs and/or alcohol, or shopping for something. Now think about how […]
4 Easy Swaps to Make Your Favorite Dishes Vegan
If you’re experimenting with going vegan, you’ve got good timing. Even just a decade ago, it was difficult to find meat- and dairy-free options in restaurants and in the grocery store, let alone tasty vegan recipes to make at home. But now, it has never been easier to focus on plant-based eating. Grocery stores are […]
Ahead of the Curve
Springfield Clinic Peoria Surgery Center By Alexander Germanis In the mathematic discipline of statistics, a Gaussian curve – often called a bell curve – is used to illustrate probability. The large curve itself represents the average – the majority of data collected. To the right of the curve, however, stand the above average outliers. […]
Put Food Safety on Your Back-to-School List
By Stephanie Streight, BS, LEHP, Environmental Health Coordinator, Peoria City/County Health Department Retailers have begun swapping out beach towels and sidewalk chalk, for bookbags and crayons, a sure sign that summer break is ending, and a new school year is swiftly approaching. Over the next few weeks, parents and children will begin hunting for reasonably […]
Meet Your Weight Loss Goal With Springfield Clinic Bariatrics
How many times have you thought, “I’m going to lose the weight when it affects my health,” or “Once things settle down and I have more time to focus on me, I’ll get serious about dieting.” In a world full of weight loss gimmicks and quick fixes, Springfield Clinic offers a different approach to weight […]
How Do We Taste …and Why Does It Go Wrong?
Learn the Causes of Taste Disorders and How They’re Treated Our sense of taste is important for our health and happiness. Taste helps us make choices about the foods we eat and stops us from eating spoiled or potentially poisonous things. Tasting and eating are personal and social experiences. We create happy memories when […]
Procure, Prepare, Preserve Maintaining Food’s Nutritional Value
By Alexander Germanis Mankind’s relationship with food is one that spans a wide spectrum. Some eat only enough to survive, others gorge themselves at every opportunity, and still others dedicate their entire lives to creating the most delectable meals fit for human consumption. Regardless of one’s personal relationship with food, our bodies require food […]
Running a Local Race? How to Keep Your Feet Healthy
Whether you’re a novice jogger embarking on a couch-to-5K program or a marathoner serious about racking up finishers’ medals, it’s critical you take great care of your feet. “Running is an amazing form of cardiovascular exercise, but because it’s a high-impact sport that involves repeated trauma to the feet, everyone from long-distance runners to […]