The holidays are intended for families and special friends to come together and celebrate. Unfortunately, commercialism at times invokes much more stress than pleasure during this time of year. Ev’ents and parties have us rushing, healthy diets are tossed aside and our sleep patterns are often overlooked. For many this …

Most people live their whole lives without thinking twice about their gallbladder. Anyone who has had a gallbladder attack, on the other hand, will never forget theirs. What is the gallbladder? How do you know if it’s acting up? What can you do about it? This article summarizes everything you …

Because Dry Eye conditions afflict nearly 30 million Americans, Lake Eye’s Doctor of Optometry, Dr. Adria Anguita, addresses frequently asked questions about this highly treatable disorder. What is Dry Eye? Dr. Anguita: Dry Eye describes a group of conditions that cause an array of chronic or intermittent symptoms, including dryness, …

By JAMES COMBS Lori Esarey knows firsthand what it is like to battle disease. As a registered nurse, she worked alongside patients suffering from acute and chronic illnesses. Plus, her family had a history of diabetes, heart problems, and other ailments. When Lori was pregnant, she struggled with high blood …

When we think of the holiday season, we typically visualize family dinners, lasting memories and some relaxation, and we look forward to a peaceful experience. After all, holidays are a time to get away from our stress-filled lives and visit family and friends. In reality, these things hold true, but …

The holidays bring abundant gifts, many of which are intangible. Love. Generosity. Faith. Family. But unfortunately, for many of us, poor health is also on that list. Although it’s an incredibly special time of year, it’s still important to keep track of your physical, emotional and spiritual health. Overindulging, under-exercising and …

Dr. David Grabau, Psychologist Dr. Grabau explains, “I think of my work as a way of helping patients make friends with themselves. I believe that we torture ourselves by holding onto memories that are painful. We play endless ‘tape recordings’ in our minds that create anxiety, depression or compulsive behaviors. …

Dr. Vahora, MD, FACOG The Holidays are filled with events, family dinners, parties, and pictures. Who doesn’t want to look good and feel appreciated and desired? It’s not just about having the perfect dress or the ideal hairstyle. A common condition that plagues women is hormonal imbalance. When hormones are disrupted, …

The holiday season is the time for family, friends, and creating new memories. Dr. Barnes, owner and Audiologist at Family Hearing Center, wants to ensure you are ready for all the holidays have to offer. During the month of December we’re offering: • A full hearing healthcare check. • A …

Robert Martinez, DC The evidence is so compelling for Leaky Gut Syndrome’s ability to dismantle the immune system and cause numerous illnesses and disorders, that now even many physicians in western medicine are recognizing it as a dangerous condition and trying to find suitable treatment options for their patients. Leaky …