On the morning of August 8, I stepped on the scale and cringed: 175. I can say it now, from the safety of more than 25 pounds away, but it was unspeakable in August when I started this journey. I can’t be proud of what I’ve accomplished if I don’t own up to where I […]
Our skin and body treatments are the 1st FDA-approved to reduce cellulite and restore connective tissue function. We use Endermologie, mechanical lymphatic drainage to produce superior long-lasting results. Our French-trained technicians and state-of-the-art LPG technology produce extraordinary results. See our before and after pictures below!
For nearly a century, Planned Parenthood has played a powerful role in women’s reproductive health. Close to 5 million people annually get sexual and reproductive health care, as well as education, through the organization. And while the organization has always had detractors, it wasn’t until recently that the organization faced larger partisan attacks, including threats […]
Maintaining your health might seem like a never-ending checklist that grows with age. It can be hard to know which health tests are lifesaving, and which ones are overkill (for the average, healthy person with no family history of the condition). Our comprehensive guide will help you navigate doctor visits through every stage of adult life. […]
The dreaded stomach flu—we’re all very familiar with this feisty, but normally short-lived bout of vomiting, diarrhea, chills and stomach pain. But what causes it? What are the treatments? And is there a way to stop a full household takedown when one member of the family gets it? According to the Centers for Disease Control […]
Check out one of the only Bikram Yoga studios north of Evanston. Each class is 90 minutes long in 105-degree heat, with classes scheduled all throughout the day, seven days a week. Certified instructors are there to help beginners, and the facility offers showers, relaxation areas and mat storage. bikram yoga 1926 Waukegan Rd. Glenview […]
Has sitting replaced smoking as the new health risk, causing sickness and early death? Smoking was popular until the Surgeon General announced, “Smoking can Kill!” in the mid 60s. In the last 50 years, the compelling scientific evidence has changed the behavior of Americans, reducing the number of smokers. However, as our population becomes more […]
“To treat a disease, find the Root.” Test this Chinese saying with Apex Acupuncture and Wellness, Ltd owner Jana Bricker as she uses Traditional Chinese Medicine to diagnose, heal and treat. Undergoing advanced training in the treatment of sports injuries and pain conditions, Jana uses this traditional form of medicine in the form of acupuncture […]
A term paper is due at 9 a.m., you have a midterm in two hours, a choir concert tonight and a basketball game after that. Sound stressful? This is the load many high school and college students are facing this time of year. And while some stress is OK, and sometimes even motivating, there’s a […]
