The goal here is to regain the ability to perform at previous or exceeding levels, while managing energy. Read moreApplying the Science of Recovery
Health and Fitness
I am finding a hot topic with many of my friends is, “What is the next step as we age?” Some in SaddleBrooke have built casitas with the idea of having someone live on the property to care for… Read moreWhat's Next for You?
Unhelpful thinking styles (also known as distorted thinking) can be toxic for our relationships. These thinking styles can lead to stress, frustration, irritability and conflict. Unhelpful thi… Read moreUnhelpful Thinking Styles and How They Affect Relationships
The Wellness Integrated Network of SaddleBrooke invites you to meet know more about your healthcare options and meet Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson & Encompass Health … Read moreKnow Your Healthcare Options
In moments of crisis, panic can hinder our ability to respond effectively. Recognizing this, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Red Cross endorse Hands-Only CPR as a vital t… Read moreHands-Free CPR: A Simplified Approach to Saving Lives
I am a member of the SaddleBrooke Hearing Discussion Group. Our group meets at 10 a.m. on the second Friday of every month in the Sonoran Room at the MountainView Clubhouse. In this month’s ar… Read moreVisit an Audiologist First and a June Convention
Happy May, Dear Readers! I have published a monthly nutrition article in SaddleBag Notes for over a decade. From the list below, what do you think my motivation is? Read moreMay I Explain?
Save the date for Health Night Out’s Free Skin Cancer Screening at 7 p.m. in the DesertView Theatre on Monday, May 20. Read moreHealth Night Out
Even though it’s only May, the Health Fair Planning Team is already busy at work preparing for this year’s event, which annually takes place in October. The 2024 version will be special, as it… Read moreHealth Fair Planning is Already Underway
Save the date for 8:30 a.m. at the DesertView Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 13 to meet the doctor who is leading the way in minimally invasive heart surgery. The Wellness Integrate… Read moreLeading the Way in Minimally Invasive Heart Surgeries
The SaddleBrooke Plant Based Nutrition Group is pleased to bring back Dr. Ted Crawford to speak on plant-based nutrition and lifestyle at 3 p.m. in the MountainView Ballroom on Friday, April 2… Read moreDr. Crawford to Speak on Plan-Based Nutrition and Lifestyle
Are you Medicare eligible? Your Human Resource department will explain Medicare will work with your employer’s health plan. Don’t delay learning if you must apply for Medicare Parts A, B, or b… Read moreMedicare and Employer Insurance
Brianne had been my pharmacist for 20 years. During that time, she has gone to extraordinary lengths to meet all if my needs. I remember one Valentines Day, she had her whole family out in the… Read moreDesert Life Pharmacy and Brianne Spaeth in SaddleBrooke
In this month’s article, I would like to discuss suggestions for helping one to hear the television. Initially, my hearing loss was moderate. At that point, I could hear the TV fine as long as… Read moreSuggestions for Hearing the TV
Health Night Out will feature Dr. Marco Duran from the Pain Institute of Southern Arizona at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 22. Read moreOh, My Aching Everything
Fill in the blank after the phrase “middle age”. Many will say—crisis! Then, if you ask if the middle/golden years of life feeling are feeling golden, many will say—with a hearty laugh—no! Read moreWhy Your Joints Age and Why They Don't Have to
The human body can survive three weeks without food, three days without water, but only three minutes without air. Read moreConscious Breathing
Exploring the Concept of Creating a Healing Space Read moreOptimum Healing Environment
Unhelpful thinking styles (also known as distorted thinking) can be toxic for our relationships. These thinking styles can lead to stress, frustration, irritability and conflict. Unhelpful thi… Read moreHow to Have Healthy Relationships with Our Adult Children and Siblings
What you eat can help keep your joints—and the bones that support them strong, though no food is a cure-all. Eating a well-balanced diet, exercising, and caring for yourself are all keys to ke… Read moreFood and Supplements for Healthy Joints and Bones
If you’ve attended the Health Fair in years past, you know this is an event you absolutely don’t want to miss! If you haven’t attended in the past, know that this is a free smorgasbord of heal… Read moreSave the Date for the 2024 Health Fair
The Golder Ranch Fire District EMS Membership is a way to protect you and your loved ones from the unexpected cost of emergency ambulance transport. The current Arizona Department of Health Se… Read moreGolder Ranch Fire District’s Ambulance Service Membership Plan
What is anxiety? Anxiety is a mood disorder that involves excessive worrying, nervousness and fear. Depression is characterized by feelings of sadness, loss of interest and/or anger that inter… Read moreAnxiety, Depression, Trauma and Grief
The cruel reality is that we’re not getting any younger, and with aging comes consequences, like losing our mental sharpness. Ever forget the names of people or places, or what you had for bre… Read moreAre You Forgetful… Isn’t Everybody Our Age?
Join us Friday for a program by Dr. John Tait entitled “Remember When You Felt Young?” at 1 p.m. at the DesertView Theater for the Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 1. Do you remember wh… Read moreRemember When You Felt Young?
If you’re wanting to age gracefully, the Health Night Out presentation on Monday, March 25 has answers. Dr. Akash Taggarse is a board-certified specialist in Internal Medicine and Geriatrics. … Read moreHealth Night Out
A nutrition education and information campaign sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month®, held annually in March, focuses on making informed food … Read moreBeyond the Table
In this month’s article, I would like to discuss my experience in adjusting to my cochlear implant. A cochlear implant can be an option for people who have severe hearing loss from inner-ear d… Read moreAdjusting to My Cochlear Implant
What exactly defines a “toxic person”? Do you get a gut feeling that things aren’t right when you engage with certain people? Do you leave the situation or encounter with feelings of confusion… Read moreToxic People: How They Effect Our Relationships
The dawn of a new year marks a great time to turn over a new leaf. Many people begin a new year by making resolutions, and aspiring to eat healthier is annually among the most popular pledges … Read moreTips to Stay the Course with a New Diet
Daily, over 10,000 people turn 65 in the United States. During the COVID-19 pandemic, unintentional injury deaths went down from the seventh to the eighth leading cause of death among older adults. Read moreTry for an Injury Free Senior Future
Health Night Out is excited to feature Dr. Karen Hendershott of Arizona Oncology at 7 p.m. in the DesertView Theatre on Monday, February 26. Read moreHealth Night Out
When I ask people why they don’t dance more, they get remorse, maybe a little defensive. They don’t have time, they don’t have the opportunity or no longer feel very agile. One person sadly su… Read moreDancing Can Free Your Soul
Each new day brings the potential for change, even amid the routine of the daily grind. When people start the day with positive thoughts, it can affect how they behave and see themselves throu… Read moreHow to Begin the Day In a Positive Frame of Mind
The heart is a vital component of the human body. Without a functional heart, life is simply not possible. As with other muscles in the body, it is important to give the heart a workout to imp… Read moreActivities to Strengthen the Heart
The American Heart Association (AHA) designated February as the National Heart Health Month. AHA has identified seven factors, several of which are related to diet, that impact health and qual… Read moreProtein in Your Heart-Healthy Diet
Save the date to meet the doctor who is leading the way in minimally invasive heart surgery at 6 p.m. in the DesertView Performing Arts Center on Thursday, February 1. The Wellness Integrated … Read moreLeading the Way in Minimally Invasive Heart Surgeries
Save the Date for the upcoming Health Night Out speaker, Dr. Christina Colosimo at the DesertView Theatre at 7 p.m. on Monday, January 22. Read moreHealth Night Out
We all have the ability to improve our thought patterns, behaviors, insights, skills and perspectives. When we work on these issues, we can find our peace, joy and contentment. Wouldn’t that m… Read moreIt’s a New Year
Parkinson’s disease prevalence is anticipated to triple in the next few years. Exercise is clinically proven to delay the progression of the disease. Intermittent fasting, very carefully and s… Read moreParkinson’s and Neuro Recovery
Yes, I must admit… I watched the Golden Bachelor. Gerry was definitely a great choice for the bachelor. Sensitive, caring, athletic and handsome. He was given very good advice in search for a … Read moreFinding Love in the Later Years of Life
Carol Ann Hubbard Small, a spry and youthful-looking woman, and a SaddleBrooke resident for nine years, is a phenom, although she would be the last person to say this of herself. She is extrem… Read moreIn the Spotlight in SaddleBrooke
Mark your calendar for Friday, January 5 for the third annual Fitness Festival (FIT FEST) at the DesertView Performing Arts Center at 1 p.m. NOTE: There is a change in venue and we be meeting … Read moreOur Third Annual Fit Fest
Diet whiplash occurs when we switch from one extreme way of eating to another in search of the “perfect” diet. Two opposites on the journey are the diet comprised exclusively of whole foods (W… Read moreDiet Whiplast
In this month’s article, we would like to mention some products that might be helpful to you in hearing an alarm clock or smoke detector if you have impaired hearing. Tim wears a cochlear impl… Read moreI Didn't Hear the Alarm
Celebrations frequently involve entertaining guests or heading out for nights on the town to enjoy the company of others. Often food and beverages are part of the fun, and that includes alcoho… Read moreAvoid Driving Under the Influence
Though this creamy and satisfying dip can be served any time of the year, consider making it for an upcoming seasonal party. In addition to chips, you can provide carrot and cucumber slices fo… Read moreJalapeño Corn Dip with Whole Wheat Pita Chips
Influenza is more common than people may realize. Data from the World Health Organization indicates there are around one billion cases of seasonal influenza each year. Though only a small frac… Read moreTips to Prepare for Flu Season
With the new year approaching, you may be considering making some changes in your life. If you only let go of a couple of the following things, you may live a happier life. Usually, when it co… Read moreSeven Things to Let Go of for a Happier Life
Desert Life Pharmacy is the only locally owned and operated independent retail pharmacy in the Tucson area. They provide all the regular pharmacy services that you can get from any of the corp… Read moreAbout Desert Life Pharmacy
Nutrition
You may be surprised to learn how trendy sweeteners are created and that most “all-natural” sweeteners are, indeed, processed. Read moreSweet Facts That May Have an Aftertaste
Yield: 2 entrée servings Read moreSpicy Umami-Rich Mushroom Pasta
If last month’s article* inspired you to try new varieties or incorporate more mushrooms into your dietary pattern, then you are all set to learn about the types that may have medicinal effects. Read moreMushrooms as Medicine
November is American Diabetes Month, and you can use this month to increase your knowledge of the risk factors and encourage people you care about to make healthy changes to avoid being diagno… Read moreWhy You Should Get Off the Roller Coaster
What scares you most about aging? For me, it is the potential for loss of mental acuity, whether due to general dementia or Alzheimer's Disease. My primary motivator for maintaining positive l… Read moreEating for Brain Health
Makes three servings. Read moreNutty Banana Breakfast Porridge
Despite what Paleo Diet promoters say, grains should be part of your diet. The key is to identify and choose whole grains, which contain all the essential nutrients found in the original grain… Read moreWhy You Should Try Some Unfamiliar Whole Grains
The first rule of between meal snacks: eat only when hungry. Quite often, you may sense hunger when in fact you are only thirsty. Drink eight ounces of water and wait 20 minutes before you rea… Read moreMy Six Favorite Healthy Snacks
If you had a Dexa-scan and the results indicated osteopenia, take steps now to reduce your risk of osteoporosis. The tissue and cells of your bones are always active. Diet and exercise both pl… Read moreDiet for Reversal of Osteopenia
June is Men’s Health Month. Currently, men are dying an average of five years earlier than women and lead 9 out of 10 of the top causes of death. Nutrition plays a role in disease prevention i… Read moreFor Men Only: Nutrition and Health
What you eat after surgery can influence how quickly you recover. A good diet provides the building blocks of protein your tissues require to heal. In addition, eating the right foods can alle… Read moreWhat to Eat When You Are Recovering from Surgery
May has been identified as National Mediterranean Diet Month; however, enjoying the Mediterranean Diet makes good sense every month. This healthy eating pattern has long been recognized for it… Read moreMay is National Mediterranean Diet Month
A recent study found that people who eat diets high in fiber have a lower risk of death and chronic diseases such as stroke or cancer compared with people with low fiber intake. Optimal fiber … Read moreA Dozen Ways to Increase Dietary Fiber
Self-conscious about diarrhea, people may say they have the “trots” or the “runs.” Call it what you like, diarrhea is a common and uncomfortable disorder of the digestive tract where the stool… Read moreWhat to Eat When Diarrhea Strikes
National Nutrition Month is an annual nutrition education and information campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign, celebrated each year during the month of Mar… Read moreCelebrate National Nutrition Month® 2019 by Eating Right
There are so many types of diets. Which one is right for you? The word diet is both a noun and a verb. As a noun, diet refers to foods habitually eaten. As a verb, it means to restrict oneself… Read moreChoosing a Diet Right for You
If you establish resolutions for the new year, I encourage you to resolve to adopt healthy eating habits that align with your food preferences, lifestyle and health concerns. I firmly believe … Read moreEat Right, Your Way, Every Day
The holidays can be a special time to celebrate with friends, family and food. And contrary to popular belief, you can do that without putting on extra pounds! On average, Americans gain one t… Read moreA Healthy Approach to Holiday Eating
Dr. Brue
As a practicing chiropractor I have been treating various back and neck conditions for over 45-years. The advice contained in the article is based on clinical experience and a life-long dedica… Read moreMy Back Hurts: Should I See a Chiropractor or a Medical Doctor?
It’s very unlikely that you will ever hear the good news about the effectiveness of chiropractic care on the TV or radio. Instead, hour after hour, day after day our air waves are filled with … Read moreChiropractic vs. Medical Care
A recent study from the Mayo Clinic states, “Back surgery is needed in only a small percentage of cases. Most back problems can be taken care of with nonsurgical treatments.” There is ample re… Read moreHow to Avoid Back Surgery: See a Chiropractor First
As a practicing chiropractor I have been treating various back and neck conditions for over 45 years. The advice contained in the article is based on clinical experience and a life-long dedica… Read moreMy Back Hurts: Should I See a Chiropractor or a Medical Doctor?
It’s very unlikely that you will ever hear the good news about the effectiveness of chiropractic care on the television or radio. Instead, hour after hour, day after day our air waves are fill… Read moreChiropractic vs. Medical Care
A recent study from the Mayo Clinic states, “Back surgery is needed in only a small percentage of cases. Most back problems can be taken care of with nonsurgical treatments.” There is ample re… Read moreHow to Avoid Back Surgery: See a Chiropractor First
Patients with recurring headaches commonly complain of neck pain that starts at the back of the head and radiates from the upper neck into the base of the skull and forehead area. A sub-occipi… Read moreThe Neck and Headache Connection
The past 15 years of medical research into the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment have yielded some interesting results. The growing list of research studies demonstrates that chiropracti… Read moreDo Medical Doctors Recommend Chiropractic Care?
Many patients go to a doctor hoping for an instant cure for their health condition. These are some typical patient expectations: “Doctor, would you please give me that new drug (with all the b… Read moreLittle Changes with Big Health Benefits
Patients with headaches commonly complain of neck pain that starts at the back of the head and radiates from the upper neck into the forehead area. The headache is often one-sided. The term “c… Read moreThe Neck and Headache Connection
When a patient comes into our office complaining of pain that is located in the area of the hip and butt, getting the correct diagnosis may be difficult. In order to accurately diagnose sciati… Read moreMy Butt Hurts
In the past few years the news media has periodically questioned the safety of neck adjustments that are given by a Doctor of Chiropractic. This article will help you understand the safety of … Read moreHow Safe is a Neck Adjustment?
This question is frequently asked by patients visiting a chiropractic clinic. To answer this question, let’s first talk about the word, “arthritis.” The word arthritis is derived from two root… Read moreCan Arthritis be Helped by Chiropractic Treatment?
Migraines are extremely painful headaches that are sometimes accompanied by symptoms such as visual disturbances, auras, and nausea. An aura may be manifested by stars, zigzag lines, or tempor… Read moreMedical Research Confirms that Chiropractic Helps Migraines
Patients with headaches commonly complain of neck pain that starts at the back of the head and radiates from the upper neck into the forehead area. The headache is often one-sided. The term “c… Read moreThe Neck and Headache Connection
Chronic pain is a very common condition that impacts an estimated 75 million Americans, disabling many who describe their pain as severe and incapacitating. A recent study published in the Ann… Read moreChiropractic and Exercise Are Better Than Drugs Says New Study
When a patient comes into our office complaining of pain that is located in the area of the hip and butt, getting the correct diagnosis can be difficult. In order to accurately diagnose sciati… Read moreMy Butt Hurts
Medical Doctors now recommend chiropractic care Read moreDrugs Not Recommended for Back Pain
Neck pain is a very common condition that affects nearly 70 percent of all persons at some point in their lives. Although this condition may not be life-threatening, neck pain can a have a ver… Read moreWhat’s the Best Treatment for Neck Pain?
New Research Study Documents the Effectiveness of Chiropractic Read moreLower Back and Leg Pain
This month I want to tell you the story about Sam’s experience with severe back and leg pain. This story is important because it exemplifies the common mistakes that many patients make in thei… Read moreWhy didn’t I try a Chiropractor first?
Are you experiencing chronic back and neck pain? Are you afraid that chiropractic care might make you worse? Have you heard that spinal adjustments hurt? This article will help you understand that chiropractors now have treatment protocols that are gentle and effective. Read moreDo spinal adjustments hurt?
Patients with headaches commonly complain of neck pain that starts at the back of the head and radiates from the upper neck into the forehead area. The headache is often one-sided. The term “c… Read moreThe Neck and Headache Connection
Dr. Miles
One consideration that came out of the COVID-19 Pandemic is that it is wise to be invested in protective behavior. By this I mean to exercise our innate defense system such that it is availabl… Read moreToo Protected To Be Protected
The thyroid is the regulator of your metabolic rate, akin to the idle in your car. It adjusts its influence on your “peppiness” on a millisecond to millisecond basis. To properly test its func… Read moreThyroid Tests Explained
Ideally food is a source of nutrition that provides the fuel necessary for us to function and the raw materials for us to regenerate ourselves. There are several reasons why a food might inter… Read moreBreaking Down Food Sensitivity
The diminishment of drinkable water has spawned a bourgeoning industry of monumental proportions. Bottled water has become the largest beverage industry in the world, surpassing soft drinks. T… Read moreBottled Water
Our body is over 60 percent water. The brain itself is 75 percent water. Water is essential for life, as much so, if not more than the water in our car battery. It is part of every cell. It he… Read moreOn the Topic of Water
Vaccines have performed an important role in our history. The concept is simple. It takes advantage of our immune system’s ardent response to whatever it perceives as harmful to our bodies. Read moreAll About Vaccinations
The summer weather is drawing more and more people poolside. It’s a great place to meet and socialize, whether in a public venue or someone’s backyard. Read moreSwimmer's Ear
As with any vitamin, this B vitamin acts as a key to turn on various functions in the body. B12 is most associated with assisting in the maturation of red blood cells and, therefore, associate… Read moreVitamin B12
“There were bells on the hill Read moreTinnitus
Arthritis is basically inflammation in the joints. Inflammation describes the phenomena when the body sends in “workmen” to repair injury. The “workmen” occupy space. The space being filled th… Read moreArthritis
Animals are so honest and true. It is our sincere fortune to have domesticated them. They provide companionship and entertainment and loyalty without bounds. They are our solace. And, as such,… Read moreThe Health Benefits of Pets
DHEA has found its way into a favored position in the lives of many of our senior citizens. It is a hormone produced in the adrenal glands, much like adrenaline. The reason for its popularity … Read moreDHEA