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Seven Tips to Avoid the Holiday Health Hangover

Seven Tips to Avoid the Holiday Health Hangover

The holidays are a time of fun, friends, family, and food. Though many of us start with good intentions, we often struggle to avoid overindulging. Create a plan so you can successfully navigate those ... ...more

Fitness ,General Wellness &November/December 2024

November 02, 20243 min read

Perspective

Perspective

Have you ever seen someone studying a painting in an art gallery? Typical body movements often include cocking the head to one side, possibly furrowing the brow, then taking a step back before nodding... ...more

Community ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024

November 02, 20243 min read

Chronic Low Back Relief: Lasting + Minimally Invasive

Chronic Low Back Relief: Lasting + Minimally Invasive

Chronic low back pain can steal precious moments, such as spontaneous road trips, special hugs, and long-lost workout routines. While over-the-counter pain medications, heat, or massage therapy can of... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024

November 02, 20243 min read

How Research to Treat Diabetes Led to the Discovery of an Effective Weight Management Drug

How Research to Treat Diabetes Led to the Discovery of an Effective Weight Management Drug

In 1970, Norman Borlaug won the Nobel Prize for being the “Father of the Green Revolution.” In the 20th century, over seventy million people died of famine worldwide, with the majority of those deaths... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024

November 02, 20242 min read

Red in the Face? You May Have Rosacea

Red in the Face? You May Have Rosacea

Recently, I had a forty-year-old patient come in complaining that her face was always red. She had not noticed any pimples or pus bumps on her face; she was just red. She noted that her dad had a simi... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024

November 02, 20243 min read

Harmonizing Your Space for Health and Abundance

Harmonizing Your Space for Health and Abundance

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt a sense of calm and clarity? Or perhaps you’ve entered a space that felt chaotic, making you restless and uneasy? This is not just a coincidence; ... ...more

Education ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &November/December 2024

November 01, 20245 min read

Health Is a Journey, Not a Destination

Health Is a Journey, Not a Destination

My journey toward better health has been anything but linear. It’s been a winding path full of unexpected turns, challenges, and revelations. This story spans several decades, beginning with my deep-r... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024

November 01, 20245 min read

Embrace Wellness This Holiday Season: A Guide to Staying Healthy

Embrace Wellness This Holiday Season: A Guide to Staying Healthy

The holiday season can be a whirlwind, challenging our well-being with its busy pace. To help you stay balanced and energized, this guide offers practical tips for maintaining your mental, physical, a... ...more

General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &November/December 2024

November 01, 20242 min read

Don't Forget The Little Things

Don't Forget The Little Things

As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the things I have been blessed with, not just in the big, obvious ways but in the small moments that too often go unnoticed. Life has a wa... ...more

General Wellness ,Letter From the Editor &November/December 2024

November 01, 20243 min read

Guard Against COPD at Every Stage of Life

Guard Against COPD at Every Stage of Life

There is no cure yet for COPD, but experts from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) recommend these strategies to protect your lung health at every age. ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &November/December 2024

November 01, 20242 min read

Be Intentional with Holiday Traditions

Be Intentional with Holiday Traditions

Creating family traditions or rituals can be both enjoyable and challenging. Here are some thoughts to consider when developing yours... ...more

Relationships ,General Wellness &November/December 2024

November 01, 20243 min read

Give Your Presence, Not Your Presents

Give Your Presence, Not Your Presents

The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence. When mindfulness embraces those we love, they will bloom like flowers ...more

Relationships ,General Wellness &November/December 2024

November 01, 20242 min read

Plan to Succeed This Holiday Season

Plan to Succeed This Holiday Season

Taking time to plan healthy holiday traditions and being creative about them can fill your holiday with that festive cheer that lasts. Hopefully, these traditions will carry you through your New Year’... ...more

General Wellness ,November/December 2024

November 01, 20243 min read

For Better Sleep, Stay out of Bed

For Better Sleep, Stay out of Bed

It’s no secret that, for most of us, sleep is one of the most important factors in our quality of life. At one point or another, most people will experience some form of insomnia. This may be due to l... ...more

General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 02, 20243 min read

Rescue Alert of Dixie, Providing Independence and Peace of Mind

Rescue Alert of Dixie, Providing Independence and Peace of Mind

What can Rescue Alert of Dixie do for me or my loved one?” First, they help provide independence. They help you to continue to live where you want to live and do the things you like to do. Second, the... ...more

Community ,General Wellness Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 02, 20243 min read

Are Parasites Robbing Your Health?

Are Parasites Robbing Your Health?

The idea of a parasite cleanse was initially met with skepticism. Parasites seemed like a far-off concern, something you hear about in exotic travel advisories, not something that could be lurking wit... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 02, 20245 min read

Your Skin and the Sun

Your Skin and the Sun

This beautiful weather in Southern Utah comes with a downside: the sunshine has the potential to cause skin damage—also known as photoaging, photo damage, or solar damage—that can occur when ultraviol... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 02, 20245 min read

The Calcium Connection

The Calcium Connection

There is a higher rates of calcium deficiency found in people living in warmer climates, like southern Utah. It seems we work so much harder to avoid being in the sun that our bodies miss out on the p... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 02, 20243 min read

Loving YOU

Loving YOU

Learning how to love who you are will help you build confidence and resilience. You may not always have all the answers, but when you “love you,” you will trust in your ability to course correct, even... ...more

General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health &September/October 2024

September 01, 20244 min read

Throat Energy: Activate Creative Expression and Your Body’s Metabolism

Throat Energy: Activate Creative Expression and Your Body’s Metabolism

What is throat energy? It is the spiritual and energetic component that gives energy to your voice, thyroid, neck, ears, shoulders, cervical spine, hypothalamus, jaw, tonsils, and esophagus. ...more

General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 01, 20243 min read

The  Power of Grip Strength

The Power of Grip Strength

In the realm of health and fitness, grip strength often flies under the radar despite its profound implications for overall well-being. Beyond its role in mundane tasks like opening jars or carrying g... ...more

Fitness ,General Wellness &September/October 2024

September 01, 20243 min read

Sleep Apnea is More than a Snore

Sleep Apnea is More than a Snore

Snoring throughout the night. Gasping for air suddenly while sleeping. Feeling tired after a night of rest. These aren’t just signs of a poor night’s sleep, they could be symptoms of obstructive sleep... ...more

General Wellness ,Physical Health &September/October 2024

September 01, 20243 min read

A Map to Self-Discovery

A Map to Self-Discovery

Are you wrestling with self-awareness? Do you find yourself asking, “Who am I, and what is my purpose?” When you are unsure of who you are, it can be daunting to articulate your inner struggles and at... ...more

General Wellness ,Mental and Emotional Health &July/August 2024

July 01, 20244 min read

Four Tips for Summer Water Safety

Four Tips for Summer Water Safety

To protect your loved ones when playing in and around water this summer, keep these tips from the American Heart Association in mind... ...more

General Wellness ,July/August 2024 &Outdoor Recreation

July 01, 20243 min read

The Triangle of Awareness and Intuitive Eating

The Triangle of Awareness and Intuitive Eating

he Triangle of Awareness is a form of mindfulness, a way of paying attention to present moment experiences. Imagine a triangle with its three sides and three corners; each corner of the triangle repre... ...more

March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Mental and Emotional Health

March 01, 20245 min read

Your Body Machine

Your Body Machine

As we mature, we gain more knowledge. We learn that germs, exposure, antibodies, disease, and even some genetics will influence our overall health. In the face of these facts, we gradually lose our in... ...more

March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Physical Health

March 01, 20245 min read

If You Could Turn Back Time: Reclaiming Yourself Again

If You Could Turn Back Time: Reclaiming Yourself Again

The ups and downs of life come and go, but when we go through too many difficult circumstances over a relatively short period of time, it can be hard to fully retain the good feelings, experiences, an... ...more

March/April 2024 ,General Wellness &Mental and Emotional Health

March 01, 20243 min read

Kick the Sick

Kick the Sick

Boosting your immune system at the first sign of feeling ill is crucial for maintaining good health and preventing the spread and/or the duration of an illness. Here are some key benefits of proactive... ...more

March/April 2024 ,General Wellness

March 01, 20244 min read

Seven Steps to Start Growing Produce at Home

Seven Steps to Start Growing Produce at Home

Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some eff... ...more

Community ,March/April 2024 &General Wellness

March 01, 20243 min read

Hunger Versus Craving, Belly Versus Brain

Hunger Versus Craving, Belly Versus Brain

Hunger is controlled by gut-brain neurochemical signals originating in the stomach that tell your brain you are hungry or full. Hunger is a physical feeling that doesn’t go away and intensifies if you... ...more

Nutrition ,March/April 2024 &General Wellness

March 01, 20244 min read

Lesson From Harry Caray

Lesson From Harry Caray

I loved watching Cubs baseball and listening to Harry Caray’s distinct cadence and unrestrained enthusiasm when calling a game. For me, Harry Caray was a master at creating a shared language and a com... ...more

March/April 2024 ,General Wellness Mental and Emotional Health &Letter From the Editor

March 01, 20243 min read

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