As we age, many parts of our body wear out. Bones become more brittle. Muscles aren’t as malleable as they used to be. We ache after playing pickleball. We hurt after a round of golf. We pull muscles just getting out of bed or bending to pick up something. And our choices to relieve the… Read more »
As the calendar turns to a fresh year, many of us take the opportunity to reflect on our lives and careers. For those experiencing a career transition, this period of introspection is particularly emotional. Whether the transition was voluntary or the result of a layoff, the new year presents a chance to redefine goals and… Read more »
It’s a brand new year – time for new steps, strides and strolls. Let’s get moving. Getting healthy is literally a step-by-step process, and it can be easy with simple adjustments to how often you move – and making those moves count. So, let’s get that blood flowing through our veins! Step away from the… Read more »
NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a popular supplement in the anti-aging realm, as significant research supports its effectiveness in enhancing energy production. My husband’s integrative doctor, Joe Scherger, MD, has had him taking it orally for several years. But because it works at the cellular level, it’s hard to directly measure its efficacy, and while… Read more »
Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to deliver health benefits for cardiovascular support, cognitive function and joint integrity. However, it is important to also recognize the potential risks associated with their use. One of the primary risks associated with supplementation revolves around the potential for excessive bleeding or interference with blood clotting mechanisms. Omega-3… Read more »
In his new book Why We Sleep, Matthew Walker, PhD gives us the hard truths about sleep, stating that if we do not get a full night’s sleep, we will be impaired, even at the level of a drunk driver. The science says we need 7-9 hours of restful sleep a night to be healthy,… Read more »
California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) Palm Desert Campus is implementing an important class that teaches things not learned in books: intergenerational communication. The national program, called Sages and Seekers, brings seniors (sages) and students (seekers) together for one-on-one interaction, group discussions and collaborative activities in a structured and supportive environment. The eight-week pilot program,… Read more »
Socialization is important for everyone; but for those with dementia, it takes on an even more critical role. Socialization provides a controlled, yet varied experience of both human and environmental interaction. Some are intended to spark the senses, such as experiencing a new location or smelling fresh flowers in a garden. Others may involve exposure… Read more »
Are you ready to start the New Year off fresh, clean and balanced? Because digestive health is the basis for whole body health, it’s worthwhile to utilize juice fasting protocols and herbs that cleanse each part of your digestive tract. At one point or another, repairing your digestive health will be the only way for… Read more »
This time of year we should consume plenty of warm comforting foods and liquids as Dr. Sheppard recommends in “The Tao of Winter” (p.11). Ensuring those foods nourish us is also key to maintaining strong immunity. This light and zesty soup is just what the doctor ordered! Snuggle up and enjoy with family and friends… Read more »
Wally’s Desert Turtle is one of our valley’s most revered establishments. Built in 1978 as Wally Botello’s lifetime legacy, the elegant restaurant has served many desert legends including Frank Sinatra, Bob and Dolores Hope and President Gerald and Mrs. Betty Ford, to name a few. A trip to Wally’s is always a special treat, but… Read more »
As we enter another new year, many look to this opportunity with excitement to start anew; refresh their outlook and create goals or new aspirations of achievement. However, it’s important to reflect on and remember the past as to not make the same mistakes or fall into the same rut after the new year’s excitement… Read more »
Does expensive equal good? Do more steps equal better results? Can you fix your aging skin? These are the questions the skincare industry often lobs at the post-menopausal crowd. Then they offer us miracles to calm our panic. Aging women (as well as young consumers who could rub dirt on their faces and still look… Read more »
The Desert Woman’s Show celebrates its 16th anniversary on Saturday, February 17, at the Classic Club with a full day of health, beauty – and plenty of shopping! Presented by Desert Vein & Vascular Institute, this festive event features local fashion boutiques, anti-aging specialists, fitness and wellness experts, and leading health care providers, offering a… Read more »