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There have been volumes written on this topic…but I’m just going to try to KISS it – Keep It Simple, Stupid – and keep it relevant to America’s Craft Beers. Let’s start with the two basic beer styles and then branch out a little from there. Ales vs. Lagers Both are produced basically through the same brewing process. The first distinguishing factor that separates these two beer styles is the type of yeast that is used in the fermentation process.     Fermentation is the process that is … [Read more...] about Beer Styles 101

Recently, a woman interviewed me to determine if I would best qualify to become her dentist. Her proactive approach in selecting her healthcare providers impressed me. She shared her frustration that, despite her best efforts to prevent tooth problems, no amount of brushing, flossing, waterpiking or visits to the dentist staved off her dental problems. Every trip to the dentist revealed new decay and resulted in costly treatment. She had grown discouraged and desperately desired answers. It is … [Read more...] about Empower Yourself: Secrets to a Healthy Smile

 For the ninth year in a row, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) Business Club dominated the 2015 PBL Arizona Leadership Conference Competition, which was held at ERAU-Prescott on April 3-4. The annual event, now in its 45th year, is sponsored by the Future Business Leaders of America – Phi Beta Lambda (FBLA-PBL), which is the largest student business organization in the world. FBLA-PBL's primary goal is to help students develop business and leadership skills for a … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle’s Business Club Prevails in Leadership Competition

According to Vascular Cures.org, as many as 25 million Americans suffer from varicose and spider veins, but new technology is changing how these problems are treated and improving the lives of millions of Americans. Instead of painful, surgical stripping procedures, medical facilities are using two increasingly popular non-surgical approaches: Radio waves to treat varicose veins and special injections for spider veins. Varicose veins look like twisted, bulging cords in the legs and feet. … [Read more...] about Treating Varicose and Spider Veins Without Surgery

Many employers, especially those who subscribe to wellness management programs, are familiar with chronic conditions such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes and their economic impact on business. Few, however, recognize or understand the equally significant cost associated with another chronic condition, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). In recent years, the healthcare industry has dedicated more resources for studies and education to help curb financial losses to employers while improving … [Read more...] about Sleep Apnea Impact on Business is Staggering

 As with most medical fields, technological advancements are frequent and play a significant role in improving our health and the quality of our life and, in some cases, even extending our life. Now there is new technology to enhance sleep studies to determine if people with sleep apnea are candidates for oral appliance therapy. Arizona Cardiac Sleep Facility (ACSF) is the first sleep study center in the Prescott area to acquire and offer the Zephyr MATRx technology from Zephyr Sleep … [Read more...] about New Year Brings New Technology for Apnea Sleep Studies

In recent months, Google has been talking about “expanding on previous ranking changes such as addressing faulty redirects.” In August of 2014, Google made algorithm changes to Penguin and Panda to target websites that were false directing through hosting copied content on websites and sneakily using competitor tags behind their sites. These practices are now red flagged by these algorithms and could damage your Search Engine Ranking Placement (SERP). As predicted, in 2015, the mobile user … [Read more...] about Google to Improve Ranking

Yes, it’s true. I am often surprised to find that many women are not aware that heart disease is the number one killer of women. In fact, according to the American Heart Association (AHA), one in three women die from heart disease. Many people believe that breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women, mainly because of the attention dedicated to breast cancer awareness. But now, the American Heart Association has created its own national awareness campaign called Go Red For Women. … [Read more...] about Heart Disease: Number One Killer of Women

In fear that a late frost would damage young plants, I have been holding back planting my first crop of summer vegetables. Well, the gardener within has been holding back long enough! With daytime temperatures well into the 70s and the evenings approaching 50 degrees, I have planted my garden’s first wave of vegetables and herbs. My garden soil, which has been ready to receive plants for weeks now, will see a few new plants put into the ground every week. As usual, the most sought-after … [Read more...] about Tomatoes That Melt in Your Mouth This Spring