Tag: health

Live young

Susan Dawson-Cook, M.S. Remember when your mom told you to act your age? A request that made sense for you to obey as a youth might not be in your best interest now. Rebel against acting your age as an older adult and you’ll experience increased vitality, fitness and health. Living Young is just one…

Health Fair celebrates 20th anniversary

Phyllis Ketring This year’s Health Fair will represent 20 years of successful annual fairs at SaddleBrooke. The Health Fair is one of the largest volunteer-driven events in our community. Please mark Saturday morning, October 14, on your calendars to attend this anniversary event. The Health Fair Planning Committee frequently hears reports that a significant health…

2 Your Health: No drugs for your back pain – The American College of Physicians tells patients to try chiropractic first

Dr. Craig Brue After reviewing 10 years of effectiveness studies related to prescription drugs for the treatment of back pain, the Annals of Internal Medicine has concluded that medication should not be given for the initial treatment of back pain. The 2017 study by the American College of Physicians has concluded that back pain is…

Train and live for good posture

Susan Dawson-Cook Improving and maintaining optimal posture takes effort. When your body feels tired, gravity can quickly drag you into a slouch. Eventually, poor posture can become chronic. You can improve balance by changing your workouts and becoming more mindful about posture throughout your day. Adopting mom posture is very common after giving birth but…

Tai Chi student promotions

Carol Emerson Ken and I are happy to announce the recent promotions of eight of our students! They have all worked extremely hard and we are very proud of their accomplishments. Pictured left to right: Carol Emerson Shifu, purple belt Lynda Green, white belt Larry Fahrney, purple belt Joyce Schneider, white belts Patrice Passer, Marsha…

Perky Parkys

Vera Shury One of the problems with Parkinson’s is that the early symptoms appear like aging and are often ignored. Early diagnosis can help with earlier lifestyle adjustments and help delay the progression. SaddleBrooke group meets Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. in HOA 1 Craft Center 3. The early signs as presented…

Health Night Out: Golder Ranch Fire Department

Do you have a medical emergency? Call Golder Ranch Fire Department. Have a snake in your back yard? Call Golder Ranch. Do you need your smoke alarm batteries replaced? Call Golder Ranch. When Golder Ranch Fire District addresses Health Night Out on Monday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m., you will learn the wide range of…

Stroke/Neuro Support Group

Liz Boyd Are you caring for a loved one who has stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis or other neurological conditions? Or are you your own caregiver? Our monthly lunches provide an opportunity to share concerns and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. The next monthly meetings will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March…

Beginning Meditation class starts March 6

Join meditation teacher and ordained Kriya Yoga initiate and Swami Carol Emerson for a three-week introductory meditation class that will set you up for your own personal practice. You probably have heard about the benefits of meditation (like how it can reduce stress, improve your health, prevent disease and, last but not least-bring more ease,…