Did your grandma tell you that eating an apple a day would keep the doctor away? I can’t remember when I first heard the phrase, but I can remember looking at an apple in my hand and wondering how it would help. Did you wonder the same thing? Could something as simple make a significant […]
We’ve all experienced wounds of varying sizes. Think back to a recent wound – the event that caused it, the pain and probably blood. Within a few hours the spot was tender, red and swollen; yet that subsided after a short time as a scab developed and healing began. That tender redness was the result […]
When we think about food cravings, typically the first thing that comes to mind is some type of junk food. You know what I mean – food-like substances that are processed, high in calories, low in nutrients, and generally unhealthy. Aren’t these what you tend to crave? What tops your craving list? Chocolate chip cookies? […]
We are approaching the Autumn Equinox and the signs of fall are all around. Yellow school buses roam the streets, leaves in some areas are turning colors, and signs advertising the flu shot are prominent. Have you wondered whether the shot is the right choice for you? I believe you are wise to be an […]
None of us enjoy pain. It makes life difficult by adding both physical and emotional stress. The typical response to pain is to open a bottle and pop a pill (or two), washing it down with whatever liquid is at hand. If the goal was to stop the pain, this approach can succeed … for […]
It happens throughout the day in all sorts of settings. Hand sanitizer is squirted and spread on the hands, creating a cooling sensation and the feeling of clean. You have no doubt found this product convenient when you did not have running water available, but have you ever wondered what long-term effect it would have […]
It happens throughout the day in all sorts of settings. Hand sanitizer is squirted and spread on the hands, creating a cooling sensation and the feeling of clean. You have no doubt found this product convenient when you did not have running water available, but have you ever wondered what long-term effect it would have […]
It is reported that 70 million Americans have trouble sleeping. Are you one of them? Sleep troubles come in many varieties. Do you have trouble shutting down the day’s activities, or actually falling asleep? Do you go to sleep easily but wake often during the night? Does your significant other snore? If you find it […]
On your average day, I’m guessing that you are most concerned about getting through your plans, with little thought to how your body is managing in the process. While there are numerous systems that function as a part of your overall body, there are two primary nervous systems that can have a significant affect. These […]
Many Americans celebrate July 4th with cookouts and fireworks. Some eagerly anticipate these gatherings, while others may find the typical spread to be fraught with challenges. Whether a basic or extravagant cookout, there are often healthy food choices to be found. Here are a few recommendations that are consistent with an anti-inflammatory diet.
