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Hand drawing network diagram on glass.

My Health Rants

Don't follow just one health "guru" - check different websites...
Physical Health
MRI machine tunnel view, hospital imaging equipment.

Don’t Be Afraid of Getting an MRI

With my having had maybe 5 or so MRI's, you...
Physical Health / Surgery & Doctors
Celery stalks bundled with black band.

Those Produce Tags and Bands

Those tags and twisty ties around your produce makes your...
Nutrition
Redwood Hill Farm plain goat milk yogurt.

Fermented Foods – Good for Your Gut

Fermented foods – they are good for you - good...
Nutrition
Woman with neck and lower back pain.

My Back Health – Your Back Health – maybe I can help you

I've been plagued with back pain for many years, off...
Physical Health
Person with back pain at outdoor desk.

My Back Pain Issues

My back problems began years ago, when working in a...
Physical Health
Person covering face with hands, appearing distressed.

Grief – It Goes in Stages, and There Are Ways to Help

I took a bit of time off – sad times...
Mental Health
Assorted spice jars organized in a drawer.

My Go-To Spice Mixes

I regularly use certain spices and herbs to flavor up...
Nutrition
Redwood Hill Farm plain goat milk yogurt.

The Truth About Greek Yogurt and Whey

Too many "experts" recommend whey protein and "Greek yogurt" -...
Nutrition
Hand holding thermometer against red sky.

Is Fever Bad or Even a Good Thing?

Is fever bad? Or is it ok to let the...
Physical Health
Glass of orange juice on wooden table.

Frozen Orange Juice or Other Frozen Fruit Juice Made Easier

I see people having a hard time mixing the frozen...
Nutrition
Organic Valley heavy whipping cream carton.

Eat Whole Fat – Not Low or No Fat

All this fat-free and low-fat advice - forget it! You...
Nutrition