Many people are aware of the hallmark symptom for COVID: loss of taste and smell. Researchers have found that the temporary loss of smell (anosmia) may be a better indicator of a COVID infection than other symptoms of fever, headache, body aches, cough, digestive upset or shortness of breath. It has … [Read more...] about Acupuncture Restores Post-COVID Fatigue, Loss of Smell and Taste
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Golfers Practicing Pilates to Improve Movement, Reduce Chance of Injury
Each day, thousands of people around the world grab their clubs and take to the green grass to play a round of golf. In fact, the National Golf Foundation reports there are more than 25 million golfers worldwide. The highest percentage of golfers are age 50 and older, followed by those ages 30 to … [Read more...] about Golfers Practicing Pilates to Improve Movement, Reduce Chance of Injury
Teresa Peterson is a practitioner of Bowenwork, a healing path which integrates the whole body and restores balance. Peterson has a diverse professional background. She believes in giving back as an essential part of running a business and does this in several ways. She told Flagstaff Business … [Read more...] about
Northern Arizonans Invited to Learn About Health Care Options
If you own or work for a small business, chances are you are pretty busy all the time. But, take a break sometime between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on April 13 and take in the Small Business Health Fair at the Flagstaff Aquaplex hosted by North Country HealthCare. This will be an opportunity to learn … [Read more...] about Northern Arizonans Invited to Learn About Health Care Options
What is Up with Testosterone?
It's no longer a secret that an adult man's testosterone levels decline with age. This natural process, called male menopause or andropause, has gotten recent press with the advent of erectile dysfunction drugs like Viagra and Proscar. The billions of dollars these drugs have generated for … [Read more...] about What is Up with Testosterone?
Taking Three Steps for Healthy Weight Loss
Surely many of you have declared 2012 the year to make the change and drop some weight. You will find no shortage of opinions and resources available to you claiming quick results with minimal effort on your behalf. But what truly is the best way to lose weight? Just like most issues in medicine, … [Read more...] about Taking Three Steps for Healthy Weight Loss
Holiday Gift Idea: Heal Thyself
The air is crisp, the leaves have turned and the holidays are rapidly approaching. With the social season now upon us, schedules are packed with personal commitments, including holiday celebrations, dinners, weddings, events, vacations, etc. Add in your everyday life to deal with: work, errands, … [Read more...] about Holiday Gift Idea: Heal Thyself
Poor Henry’s Founders Return to Salon
After a brief reprieve in the Trinity mountains of California, Diana Owens and her daughter, Leah McCabe have re-purchased Poor Henry’s Salon and redefined their services now offering precision hair styling, hair color, facials and Brazilian hair removal for body and eyebrow reshaping. “The … [Read more...] about Poor Henry’s Founders Return to Salon
New Thinking on Heart Disease Prevention
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. There is a growing body of research demonstrating that cholesterol levels are no longer the best indicator of a person's risk for a heart attack or stroke. In fact, half of the people who suffer a heart attack have completely … [Read more...] about New Thinking on Heart Disease Prevention
The Effects of Heat on Seniors
Sunny days uplift spirits, yet seniors need to take special precautions to make sure their enjoyment of summer is not eclipsed by dehydration and heat illness. Physical changes that come with aging make older adults more vulnerable to summer’s heat and humidity. The American Geriatrics Society’s … [Read more...] about The Effects of Heat on Seniors
