Category: Health
Dale Blue – Music Can Affect Your Brain
Music is healthy! It’s finally springtime, and music is in the air–and that should help everyone get over those winter blues. We all know that sunshine is good for your health and attitude, but MUSIC also can play a big part in your everyday health and well-being. Research has shown that music has a profound [...]
Sweat Your Way To Better Health
Native Americans have recognized the benefits of sweat for years. “Sweat is purification,” according to the Native American guide who led us on a 25-mile bicycle ride in the dry heat outside of Scottsdale, Arizona. Thank heaven we didn’t have to go to the sweat lodge to pour out a pint of sweat and toxins. [...]
Afraid of the Dark? Sleep better with Dr. Kurle’s simple tips.
Having trouble falling asleep? If so, you’re not alone. “at least 40 million americans suffer from some form of insomnia — the inability to fall asleep or stay asleep — but it’s probably more than that because many don’t report it,” says neurologist philip kurle, m.d., with lake regional neurology in osage Beach. “everyone has [...]
Medication Vs. Meditation
Gaining Equanimity without Prozac Big business can be stressful. Through the years, mankind has found many ways to relax, unwind and reduce stress. Unfortunately, some of those ways involve substances that may not be so good for us, whether prescribed by a doctor or served up at the local bar. Anxiety medication often is recommended [...]
Stressed Out?
TRY THESE THREE SIMPLE TIPS FROM BUSY PROFESSIONALS LIKE YOU Life can be stressful, especially for busy professionals. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by long workdays, running kids to and from activities, managing a household and the numerous other things that compete for our time. If your schedule is causing anxiety and stress, try the [...]
Longevity: Is it All in Your Genes?
Worried about getting older? Afraid you might have “bad genes?” Michael Ledbetter, D.O., with Lake Regional Clinic – Camdenton, says simple lifestyle changes and routine screenings can help you live longer and better, even if you’ve inherited less-than-ideal genes. Genes Do Affect Longevity “As a geriatrician spiraling closer in age to the majority of my [...]
