ALF Integrative Treatment
By Brian Prudent, DMD, MyoTech Integrative Health Center I am writing this series of articles from two points of view. One is as an integrative dentist with many years experience, and the other a modern dad, husband, and “a typical product of the 21st Century.” I have followed my own advice and I, as well […]
What Is Gout?
Information provided by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases Gout is a painful condition that occurs when the bodily waste product uric acid is deposited as needle-like crystals in the joints and/or soft tissues. In the joints, these uric acid crystals cause inflammatory arthritis, which in turn leads to intermittent swelling, […]
What if My Physician Says I Don’t Need a Hearing Aid?
By Laura Mergen, Au.D., CCC-A, Audiology Consultants Your primary care provider uses a wealth of knowledge and ample experience to take care of your health and wellness. However, as much as your provider knows about the human body and how to care for it, on some occasions, they will refer you to a specialist who […]
Tips for Avoiding Winter Slips, Trips, and Falls, and Outpatient Procedures to Help You Bounce Back Quickly
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How To Get Out Of A Bad Mood
By Peter Field Bad moods — we all have them from time to time. In this interesting and helpful article, a leading UK psychotherapist gives tips on how to snap out of a bad mood and feel better. When a bad mood kicks in, you might feel like there’s nothing you can do to get […]
The Child’s Involvement
Information from StopBullying.gov The roles kids play in bullying are not limited to those who bully others and those who are bullied. Some researchers talk about the “circle of bullying” to define both those directly involved in bullying and those who actively or passively assist the behavior or defend against it. Direct roles include: Kids […]
Don’t Be Afraid of Growing Older Do It With Moxie!
By Karen McCoy, Marketing Consultant, Ridgecrest Village With another year having gone by and just celebrating another birthday, I had a thought. How do people age gracefully? I see it happening every day at Ridgecrest. Then I asked myself, what does that really mean, “age gracefully?” Is it accepting growing older with a cheerful attitude […]
Healthy Eating = Healthy You
Submitted by Heartland Health Care Center Getting plenty of physical activity is important to a healthy body. Physical activity, whether it is working out in the gym, or walking around your neighborhood, needs proper nutrition. “Combine healthy eating with a regular exercise program, and you’re on the right path to a healthy lifestyle,” Heartland Dietitian […]
Livwell Seniors A Family Mold of Exceptional Caregiver
Submitted by LivWell Seniors Rhonda Halterman, founder of LivWell Seniors, has a special interest in not only helping individuals and their families navigate their care journey, but also has personal experience in caregiving — her mother and mother-in-law are caregivers to loved ones. With their strong examples, she has been able to have wonderful role […]
Mind Power for Accomplishment
By Latosha Piwowar Are you quite anxious with your everyday professional and personal life? Do you ever remain awake at times simply because the tension following a day of work bothers you? Have you got problems focusing on the work at hand? In the event the answers to all of the earlier mentioned questions is […]