Guest Column: Why many may be deficient in vitamin D

By Dr. Jonathan Taylor Northern Illinois Medical Group Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for absorbing calcium and maintaining bone density. Many
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U of I Extension presents FRESH! The Movie Dec. 10

From press release Join in the festivities of Terra Madre Day, a world wide celebration of local foods, when University of
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Yoga Rockford: Thanksgiving and the ‘Season of Yoga’

The Four Rivers Environmental Coalition, in concert with the national Leave No Child Inside campaign, is committed to ensuring the
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Guest Column: Reflexology can help you achieve balance and reduce stress

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology Stress is a major cause of many health issues. When we remove stress from our lives,
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: Vaccination: Swine flu, autism, allergies, asthma

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Every day that we are in the office, it is nothing for
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Defining approaches to healing: What does it all mean?

By Jodell Lofgren Would you call conventional medicine practiced in the United States holistic? How would you classify aromatherapy? Acupuncture? Flower
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1st Step Chiropractic: Is it curable?

Dr. Philip Schalow You went to someone who seemed like a well-trained, knowledgeable professional in the field. You maybe had some
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Local couple to discuss experiences of eating local for one year

From press release University of Illinois Extension will host a presentation by Lenae Weichel and her husband, Kevin Holdmann, from 6
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: Looking at your blood under a microscope

By Dr. Julia Whipkey-Michniewicz, N.D. Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine Every day in my office, I meet people who are not getting answers
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Yoga Rockford: The Nia experience

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Many years ago, I taught yoga at a studio in Fort Worth, Texas. Along with yoga,
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Just Between Women—Women’s health issues presented

From press release NorthPointe Health and Wellness will host an educational seminar for women from 7-8 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 3,
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Raw Energy: Green is your friend

By Brenda Richter Why do we eat? Responses may vary, and they include: hunger, fuel for energy, nourishment or enjoyment. Many
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1st Step Chiropractic: A fighting chance

Dr. Philip Schalow John had spent several thousand dollars over the years on blood pressure medication. He assumed the aches and
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Guest Column: The all-natural, clinically-proven bone health breakthrough

By Jordan Rubin CEO and Founder of Garden of Life Free gas lasts a few weeks, and free breakfast and coffee last
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Children dealing with family member’s cancer

From press release The OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care and the Rockford branch of the American Cancer Society
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Yoga Rockford: Your own health care plan

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Yoga has taught me many things over the years, but amid the running commentary about national
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It’s Only Natural: Cleaning and Aging: Retirement and physically challenged

By Julia Guler Contributing Writer As we conclude the three-part series about “Cleaning and Aging,” we will focus on “Retirement and physically
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Guest Column: What reflexology can do for diabetes, neuropathy

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology Most of us know someone who suffers from diabetes, or is at risk of becoming a
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Guest Column: Nutrition essential to a properly-functioning digestive system

By Dr. Jonathan Taylor Northern Illinois Medical Group In my last article, I mentioned supplementation to enhance your immune system function so
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Raw Energy: Grocery shopping with living foods

By Brenda Richter Have you ever taken a close look at your grocery cart and the foods you put in it?
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Reflexology: Research on reflexology

By Susan Watson Research is now available to move reflexologists to another level of professionalism with Evidenced Based Reflexology. Research on reflexology
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Wind Ridge Herb Farm preps for Sept. 25 anniversary open house

From press release Located just outside of Rockford, Wind Ridge Herb Farm offers a unique opportunity to explore the many varieties
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Reflexology: Is reflexology a new complementary therapy?

By Susan Watson Reflexology has its roots in every ancient culture. Wall carvings, papyrus dated 2,500 B.C. portraying Egyptian physicians working
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Earth Talk: Kits that convert your car to ‘run on water’ not that efficient

From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard that cars can be modified to run on water. How
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Yoga Rockford: Seeing things as they really are

By Jennie Williford Pranayama Yoga Studio Vipassana is translated as “seeing things as they really are.” Vipassana Meditation is the technique to
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Earth Talk: The ‘green-ness’ of mining for boron

From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: I’ve heard so much about using Borax for green housecleaning. But if
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Guest Column: Choosing the right supplements to build your immune system

By Dr. Jonathan Taylor Northern Illinois Medical Group Fall is just around the corner, bringing with it cold and flu season. Is
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Guest Column: What reflexology therapy can do for you

By Karla Fernet Healthy Balance Reflexology Reflexology is an amazing therapy that balances the body and allows your body to start healing
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Guest Column: Should Choices Natural Market move to Seventh Street?

Editor’s note: The following guest column by Karen King—who, along with her husband Bob King, owns Choices Natural Market at
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Guest Column: Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens groundbreaking a defining moment

Tuesday, Aug. 4, there was an historic groundbreaking celebration for a project that comes along only once in 100 years,
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Earth Talk: Bringing rail back to the ultimate auto nation

Dear EarthTalk: If train travel is so much less polluting than driving or flying, why are passenger rail options in
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Earth Talk: The impact of human population growth on global warming

Dear EarthTalk: To what extent does human population growth impact global warming, and what can be done about it? —Larry LeDoux,
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Dr. Julia’s Inn: Treating diabetes with natural remedies

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, either the body does not
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Yoga Rockford : Read your manual—do yoga

We have all done it—bought a new toy or piece of equipment and are so eager to use it we
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Guest Column: Why you should be aware of trigger points

Have you ever had tight knots in your muscles that were painful when you pressed on them? That knot you
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Earth Talk: Federal emphasis on green projects could create many new jobs

Dear EarthTalk: What kind of job opportunities might be opened up by the new federal emphasis on green projects? —Dick Wetzler,
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Earth Talk: The effects of chemicals on surrounding bodies of water

Dear EarthTalk: What effects do fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides used on residential lawns or on farms have on nearby water
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Sound Therapy: Sound therapy: ‘Pathway to well-being and wealth’

Many activities can lead to wellness and improved health. However, one of the oldest and surest methods gaining a lot
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NorthPointe celebrates Mind and Body Day

NorthPointe Wellness in Roscoe is offering Wellness members and residents of the community an opportunity to learn more about taking
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Raw Energy: Enzymes the key to life

Enyzmes are not only valuable, but important to obtaining optimal health. The benefits of a raw food lifestyle are a result
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