You might image that late-night comedy has benefits, reducing stress. Or late-night reading to bring on sleep, but late-night cottage cheese? Really? Let’s get the controversy out of the way first. Professional health advocates (western and eastern) generally say don’t eat 3 hours before bedtime – full stop. Additionally, some nutritionists and vegans avoid all … Read more
You say Potāto, I say Potǎto; You say Tomāto, I say Tomǎto, Tinnītus, Tinnĭtus, Ringing, Zinging, let’s turn the buzzing off. Fads, fakes, future hope and more – there are sound points to consider. You might be surprised to learn how many people experience tinnitus, or “ringing in the ears.” It is estimated that 10-15% … Read more
Several friends I know will quickly pronounce the warning “oh no …woo-woo stuff” when words like spiritual, mediation, or ‘mindfulness’ pop up. Interestingly, it isn’t that they don’t share some of the beliefs; and partly, they’re joking. Still, I think they simply don’t want to ‘get into it all’ (an explanation I’ve heard) or to … Read more
Petite Peek My friend Sami was considering a virtual colonoscopy instead of opting for the more traditional approach. The typical procedure is rarely anything folks look forward to happily. Anyone who does so might like to add mental health counseling to their regimen. In other words, almost everyone approaches this as a necessity, but with … Read more
Cheaper by the Dozen is a black/white film that as a kid I watched on more than one occasion. A memorable scene in my mind was when father Gilbreth demonstrates to his (dozen) kids how best to take a shower. Now granted, I religiously ignore his instructions, but think of it often as my luxurious … Read more
Early last year, I wrote about Cold Sock Therapy, including its promoters and detractors. Since then I have heard from a couple folks who confirmed finding relief in this approach. To date, I haven’t tried it in full, but still may if something seems wrong, like an on-coming cold. One night, thinking a sore-throat might … Read more