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Posts in 2016

  • Why Water Matters More Than You Think

    Our brains, blood, and lungs are composed of 70-80-90% water respectively. Your body relies on water to function properly and not in a small way. It’s necessary for digestion and elimination, helps the kidneys and liver flush out waste and toxins, regulates body temperature, and carries oxygen to cells. Without it, you’ll become dehydrated, and in severe cases of dehydration, people die. Functional ...

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  • The Power Of Words And Your Health

    Today’s focus is on one issue of mental health that everyone, including myself is guilty of sometimes. Today, we are going to discuss words and the tremendous impact words have on your health. Every positive word we read, write or speak could have a very direct influence on our physical body. Japanese scientist, Masaru Emoto performed experiments on frozen water in the late 1990’s and tested the ...

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  • The Wonderful World Of Circadian Rhythm

    Have you ever noticed that you tend to feel energized and drowsy around the same times every day? If so, you have your circadian rhythm to thank. What is it, exactly? Your circadian rhythm is a 24-hour internal clock that is running in your brain and cycles between sleepiness and alertness at regular intervals. It’s also known as your sleep/wake cycle. Interesting! For most adults, the least amount of energy ...

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  • Breast Cancer Awareness

    Our thoughts, prayers and best wishes are with Tanya Bowsher, a Kirby Medical Group nurse practitioner who is currently battling breast cancer. Tanya's experience reminds us all of the importance of prevention and wellness screenings, including breast self-exams and mammograms. Tanya describes her experience: "My cancer was found by myself in the shower in March when I felt a lump. I went in to work that day ...

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  • Thankful for Good Health

    It's the time of year for giving thanks. There are so many things to be thankful for - loving family and wonderful coworkers, the beautiful community we live in and, of course, good health. As a local healthcare leader, I strive to set a good example for those around me and to remind my loved ones, my coworkers and our community that staying active and healthy is well worth the effort. You may have heard about my ...

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