Archive for Health & Wellness

  • February is Heart Health Month February is Heart Health Month

    By Dawn Blockinger, R.D., L.D.N. Hy-Vee Registered Dietician, Moline, IL Hy-Vee store 309.757.1085 E-Mail: dblocklinger@hy-vee.com A Reminder of the Benefits of Fish and Shellfish With Heart Health Month upon us, we are reminded to eat foods that benefit the heart and our overall health. T...

  • Shovelling Snow Without Strain Shovelling Snow Without Strain

    By Chloe Metzgar Performance Physical Therapy A white winter doesn’t have to cost you an achy back With the first snow fall, the to do list looms large. With that in mind, it may seem impossible to keep up with snow removal, de-icing sidewalks, clearing a path for our four- legged friends, ...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    February: The month of hearts. We think of chocolates and chocolate covered strawberries for Valentine’s Day, of cherries and cherry pie for Washington’s birthday, of fish and meatless dinners for the Lenten Season, and of heart healthy and hearty soups for the February chills. On the adjoining ...

  • Winter Driving Tips When Meeting or Overtaking a Snowplow

    By Debra Carney Driver License Supervisor, Office of Driver Services Davenport, Iowa The winter of 2011 – 2012 went down on the books as one of the mildest winters in years. Will this winter be the same? It’s well known that weather related crashes will peak during the first part of poor...

  • Want To Get Fit? Do It While You Sit! – Health Minute With CASI

    By: Sarah Arp Have you ever been interested in doing yoga but can’t get on the floor for reasons such as: age, pains, disabilities, etc.? Chair Yoga allows you to do yoga, but in a comfortable yet effective way! The chair brings the floor to you, allowing you to practice your range of moti...

  • Cut Calories with Cauliflower Cut Calories with Cauliflower

    By Chrissy Watters, MS, RD, LDN Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (309) 793-0684 cwatters@hy-vee.com If your resolution involves enjoying a happier, healthier new year, consider the benefits of adding fiber-filled fruits and vegetables, like cauliflower, to your meals and snacks. Cauliflower is a n...

  • Tips to Think About Before Getting a Hearing Aid Tips to Think About Before Getting a Hearing Aid

    By Margaret Christiansen, AU.D, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. Purchasing a new hearing aid is no walk in the park; at least it’s not for most people. It’s a big decision and it cost a lot of money. The hearing aid you choose should last you the next five to seven years so you want to...

  • Fun and Interesting Hearing Aid Stories Fun and Interesting Hearing Aid Stories

    By Dr. Molly Parker Audiologist Parker Audiology, PC As a 15-year veteran audiologist, I have collected some stories for your enjoyment. Many of these stories should not ever be attempted. This article is NOT meant to provide instruction on hearing aid use. See your audiologist for proper main...