Gardening may be one of America’s favorite hobbies, but it does have a downside. Imagine investing dozens of hours and hundreds of dollars redecorating your bedroom, only to have it crumble to ashes in less than a year! That is a good analogy to planting and nurturing a garden that withers away after one season. Fortunately, not all plants will go belly-up each fall/winter. By choosing those vigorous perennial plants that tolerate a wide range of growing conditions, you can be assured that your … [Read more...] about Planting the Hardiest Perennials in Local Gardens
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Cheering on Healthy Habits
The beauty of springtime has come to Arizona, bringing warmer temperatures, beckoning us to spend time on the deck and enjoy the longer days. For many, this is the time of year to dust off the blender and mix up a delightful beverage to sip in the sun. In the spirit of healthy, active aging, it is important to be mindful that your drink type and caloric intake do not sabotage your goals of strengthening the heart, building muscles to increase metabolism, improving balance and decreasing body … [Read more...] about Cheering on Healthy Habits
Planting the Hardiest Perennials for Local Gardens
Gardening may be one of America's favorite hobbies, but it does have a downside. Imagine investing dozens of hours and hundreds of dollars redecorating your bedroom, only to have it crumble to ashes in less than a year! That is a good analogy to planting and nurturing a garden that withers away after one season. Fortunately, not all plants will go belly-up each fall/winter. By choosing those vigorous perennial plants that tolerate a wide range of growing conditions, you can be assured that your … [Read more...] about Planting the Hardiest Perennials for Local Gardens
Groundbreaking Treatment Improving Quality of Life for Women
If you are reading this article, chances are high that what you are about to learn could improve your quality of life. You may be one of the 23 million Americans who suffer from mild to moderate incontinence. You may be one of the 30 percent of women over 30 years of age who avoid athletic events for fear of “leaking.” Or you may be an individual of “mid-years” who knows where the restroom is at every store. Weakening of the pelvic muscles is most associated with pregnancy and menopause, but … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking Treatment Improving Quality of Life for Women
Stroke: Preventable, Treatable, Beatable
Every 40 seconds, someone in America has a stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, and the leading cause of adult long-term disability. It can happen to anyone at any time, regardless of race, sex or age. But, annually, more women suffer from strokes then men, and twice as many African Americans suffer from strokes than Caucasians. According to the CDC, stroke kills about 140,000 Americans each year- that’s one out of every 20 deaths. And here are … [Read more...] about Stroke: Preventable, Treatable, Beatable
Combining Traditional Medicine with Supplemental Therapies
The challenge of bringing neurosurgery into the 21st century with patient-friendly outpatient care has more than met its match in Whitney James, M.D. As the Quad Cities’ newest and youngest neuromodulatory surgeon, Dr. James has launched her medical practice at Northern Arizona Pain Institutes (NAPI) in Prescott. Melding the art and science of medicine, James applies outpatient surgical solutions to alleviate brain, spine and peripheral nerve damage associated with chronic pain, cancer and … [Read more...] about Combining Traditional Medicine with Supplemental Therapies
Keeping Chino Valley Clean
In the last couple of years, I have worked diligently to reach out to citizens and hear their concerns for our community, Chino Valley. I have heard from people one-on-one, sometimes in group meetings, sometimes at a committee level, often at council meetings, and sometimes in targeted community outreach where I make myself available and have no topic or agenda, just schedule time to listen to what people have to say. One of the items that continues to come up is cleaning up the town. With 64 … [Read more...] about Keeping Chino Valley Clean
Spring Cleaning for a Healthy Home
With all of the snow and cold weather ending, we are ready for nice weather. Our homes have been closed up, air recirculating, fireplaces burning and heaters running almost non-stop. The air that we have been breathing hasn’t been the healthiest. Dust and allergens lurk in hidden areas. As we start to open up for spring, it’s time to clean things up. A deep spring clean on the interior of the house will make your home feel beautiful, it will look well cared for and will contribute to healthy … [Read more...] about Spring Cleaning for a Healthy Home
Discussing the Number One Concern About Retirement
Baby Boomers are retiring at astonishing rates and are looking for ways to replace their steady paycheck. They are worried about the potential of Social Security diminishing and what might happen to their retirement if it does. At American Financial Security, we believe that the number one concern for most pre-retirees and retirees is outliving their money. It is important to safeguard your retirement so you do not have to worry about outliving your retirement income. At American Financial … [Read more...] about Discussing the Number One Concern About Retirement
Rejuvenating Skin Naturally Before Summer
Unquestionably, our Arizona dry winters are hard on the skin. And, our summer sunshine is even harsher. There are several things you can do in the spring to rejuvenate your skin so that you go into summer looking refreshed with tighter, smoother, healthier looking skin on your face and neck. Harness Your Skin’s Own Chemistry Both the Quantum Hydration Therapy and BioLift Therapy provided by the Prescott DermaLift Clinic work with your body’s own chemistry to tighten, tone and refine … [Read more...] about Rejuvenating Skin Naturally Before Summer