In February we will celebrate Heart Health Month, and a favorite heart (and chocolate related) holiday – Valentine’s Day. There’s no better way to celebrate this time of year than to share with those we love hacks (tips) for supporting cardiovascular health. Fortunately, in the nutrition field we have many[Read More…]
Health & Wellness
Creswell School District receives vouchers for glasses
Photo on file Creswell High School Counselor Lori Naugle said she could picture herself in a classroom struggling with vision impairment, and how difficult that would be. She said she would understand how a student would feel disconnected with the lesson, and be unable to track the information. With vision[Read More…]
Steps (10,000) towards a healthier winter
Well, the days are finally getting longer, but we still have plenty of winter left. It’s great to stock up on healthy cold season healing alternatives, vitamin C or zinc lozenges, but an ounce or two of prevention is a good rule to follow. Here are a few of my[Read More…]
Nutritionally Speaking: Are You Eating on the Wild Side?
As many of you know I teach (free) health classes and cooking demonstrations as part of my role as Nutritional Health Coach at Natural Grocers. There is a common thread in all of our classes, and that is an important concept we promote: The importance of nutrient density in our[Read More…]
Try a Mediterranean style diet
As we look forward to enjoying our December holidays, I hope many of you are looking for suggestions for a healthier 2019. In that spirit, let’s explore the Mediterranean Diet. Touted in books, by many physicians and in the media, this dietary choice is a popular and healthy alternative. No[Read More…]
Nutritionally speaking: Why do we all need salt?
As this calendar year winds down, I am sure many of you are considering New Year’s Resolutions for a healthier 2019. I am exploring a Ketogenic diet for myself, and will be offering a free six-week Keto Reset program at my store starting on Jan. 20th and our text for[Read More…]
Health Q & A with Jeannie Marr
Q: Why didn’t my doctor prescribe antibiotics for my cold? A: Antibiotics only treat bacterial infections, and colds are infections caused by viruses. Thus an antibiotic would not be helpful in treating your cold. Sometimes, however, when your body fights off a viral infection its barriers are weakened and you[Read More…]
Severe blood shortage: Red Cross issues immediate call for blood donations – Blood drive hosts also needed this winter to stop prolonged shortage
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage and urgently needs blood donors to give now to avoid delays in lifesaving medical care for patients. Volunteer blood drive hosts are also critically needed to prevent the shortage from worsening this winter. During September and October, the Red Cross[Read More…]
Thankful for PT
Photo provided In the season of thankfulness and giving, I thought I would take a break from the pieces I typically write. I want to share with you why I am thankful for physical therapy and what physical therapy has given me. I don’t encourage patients to continue PT, schedule[Read More…]
Nutritionally Speaking – To reflux or not, your choice
We have been enjoying a sunnier than usual fall, and I notice more people are outside, enjoying the warmer breezes and the colors, therefore including more movement and exercise in their daily routines. This is also a time of year with the added stress of holiday celebrations and travel that[Read More…]
