One Good Decision can Lead to Another
June 28, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
There are many foods that are healthier than cereal bars (like fresh fruits and vegetables), and I am not endorsing Nutri-Grain products, but I am a big fan of their new ad campaign. Watch their commercial here and be inspired to make a small change today.
A Simple Cure for Vertigo
June 27, 2009 by admin · 2 Comments
One of my favorite Alfred Hitchcock movies is Vertigo. Jimmy Stewart plays the detective who becomes an unwitting foil in a complex murder scheme, then goes too far in orchestrating a second chance to absolve his gnawing guilt for failing to save a woman’s life. The twisting plot and gripping finale will make your head spin.
Use Listerine to fight… mosquitoes?
Some of you have possibly seen the e-mails going around that tout Listerine as an effective mosquito repellent. I decided to try it myself and… it seems to work. Most mouthwash products contain eucalyptus oil, which is known for its insect repelling properties. The only caveat: because the concentration of eucalyptus in the mouthwash is much lower than in commercially available repellents, the Listerine must be sprayed more frequently to keep up the effect.
Lessons from a Broken Alternator
June 18, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
About 2 weeks ago, the “Check Engine” light began to appear each time I started my car. When this happens, my emotions go through several stages. First, denial. “There’s probably nothing wrong, the light is just malfunctioning.” Next, anger. “I don’t have time to take my car in! Doesn’t it know this is a crazy week for me?!” Then I move into bargaining. “OK, car, if you can hang on for one more week, I’ll make sure to never again go over 3000 miles before changing your oil.” And finally… well, back to denial. “Hey, the light went off- I knew nothing was wrong.”
Fight Empty Stairwells!
A few months ago, I decided to start taking the stairs at the hospital instead of the elevator. I make rounds on the 4th floor of Advocate South Suburban Hospital at the inpatient unit for Advocate Hospice.
Knee pain? Strengthen your Quadriceps
June 3, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
On yesterday’s radio program, a woman called me to ask about the arthritis pain she was experiencing in her knees. She is not alone. Osteoarthritis of the knees is one of the most common joint disorders. It occurs when the cartilage padding between the bones wears down over time. Additional pressure on the knees, whether [...]
