Craig W. Brue, D.C. The past 15 years of medical research into the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment have yielded some astounding results. The growing list of research studies demonstrates that chiropractic care is both safe and effective. Following are some of the recent studies that support the effectiveness of spinal adjustments for a variety of…
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Features, December 2015
Does the fittest senior couple in the world live in SaddleBrooke?
Karin Bivens Well, your SaddleBrooke neighbors, Charlie and Teresa Woodhouse, can arguably claim that honor after both completed the Ironman 70.3 Arizona Triathlon in Tempe on Sunday, October 18. According to the All World Athlete Age Group Rankings Program from Ironman.com, which ranks each athlete who participated in a Full and Half-Ironman (70.3 mile) event…
Features, December 2015
Celestun, cenotes, sisal and maya…discover the mysteries of the Yucatan!
Linda Stack-Chenok When you think of the Yucatan, what comes to mind first? Gorgeous beaches in Cancun and the Riviera Maya? Yes, but that is really just a small part of what you will find in the tropical jungle areas of the Yucatan, a peninsula in the southeastern part of Mexico, snuggled into the Gulf…
Features, December 2015
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Louise Grabell, Master Gardener University of Arizona, Pinal County Cooperative Extension The holidays are upon us and outdoor gardening is for the future. Winter is the time to focus on indoor plants and outdoor plans. You might even be the recipient of some holiday beauties, like poinsettia or cyclamen, etc., and I’m going to tell…
Features, December 2015
Spotlight on Advertiser: The Charles Co. & Assoc. Inc.
Auto-Owners Insurance is pleased to announce The Charles Co. & Associates Inc., of Sun Lakes, Arizona, has been named one of the TOP 10 growth agencies for the Company in the state of Arizona for 2015. The agency was recognized at a luncheon meeting in Mesa, and at a reception with all regional associates where…
Features, December 2015
Artist of the Month
Jacqueline Cohen I hope that I do not appear too presumptuous to retain my final column for myself. With this in mind, I would like to thank all the gifted artists I have interviewed, with whom I have gained friendships and learned so much. Four words have been instrumental to any success I might have…
Features, December 2015
How to beat winter weight gain
It is easy to gain weight when several holidays are packed into shorter days. But winter can bring a bevy of fitness opportunities while warming your home with succulent smells. Healthy Winter Meals Using a slow cooker, also known as a crock pot, allows you to make healthy meals when you’re not at home. Just…
Features, December 2015
T’was the Day After Christmas
By Ron Andrea T’was the day after Christmas and, as 10 AM nears, the Goose was a flurry of great volunteers. The pricers were tagging, the shleppers like elves were frantically working to stock all the shelves. Cashiers had their registers warmed up and ready, and the tool guys and book babes were steely eyed…
Features, December 2015
Fit and Functional with the TRX
Susan Dawson-Cook Susan is an AFAA certified personal trainer/group exercise instructor and has worked for Vital Moves (850-4089) since 2006. Many people are curious about the new suspension device personal trainers and members are using at the Fitness Center. Others are leery of it; sure this hanging assortment of straps, loops and handles is some…
Features, December 2015
Communication Today
Tech Talk – HD Q – If Orbitel offers 100 percent digital television, does that mean all the channels are high definition? A – Digital television refers to the method by which the TV signal is encoded. Digital television offers higher resolution and less interference than the old analog TV system. Both standard definition (SD)…