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July is a perfect time to do a policy review to ensure you have the best coverage

Most people understand life insurance to be a financial tool that protects their loved ones when they pass away, providing needed funds for bills, college and more. What they may not realize is that life insurance can also be a vital resource to help support the policy holder while he or she is still alive. By choosing a policy with a living...

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1811 Shop & Bar Room is globally inspired

Half housewares shop, half cocktail bar, the 1811 Shop & Bar Room is a place where you can shop and socialize. Owned by Amanda Kaye and Michael Prediger—she’s the storekeeper, he’s the barkeeper—the couple is melding their passions. “We opened the store last fall and the bar last month,” says Michael. “We make...

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PN treatment without drugs

Twenty million Americans are estimated to have peripheral neuropathy (PN), which occurs in one-third to one-half of people with diabetes. Potential symptoms of PN include: • Persistent burning pain in the feet (especially at night)• Feeling like you are “walking on hot coals”• Losing your sense of balance• Persistent numbness in a...

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When should you hydrate?

As the temps start to climb this month, it’s a smart idea to pay attention to your water intake. The body itself is about 60 percent water, so if you’re not getting enough, that affects your health. Allowing yourself to become dehydrated could mean muscle soreness and cramping, fatigue and a host of other issues, such as back pain and...

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Is your workout balanced?

When starting an exercise routine, one thing you should be mindful of is that it is balanced. When I say balanced, I’m not necessarily talking about including balance exercises, although that is very important to do. What I mean is be sure to include all movements and all muscle groups and be sure not to do more of one movement and less of...

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