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Dr. Kelly Boyle: Small Business Owner of the Year Small and Medium Enterprise Agency Dr. Kelly Boyle became interested in naturopathic medicine while working at a health food store in the 1990s, then studied at Bastyr University in Seattle, graduating with a master’s degree in acupuncture and oriental medicine in 2003. Five years later, Boyle founded Integrative Acupuncture, a practice that combines traditional healing with evidence-based medicine. Her passion for her patients and leadership in the field has allowed the business to grow and thrive, and was instrumental in Boyle being named Vermont’s 2024 Small Business of the Year by…
TAMPA (BLOOM) – Acupuncture and Chinese medicine practitioner Dr. Josh Hanson and Reed Manning, who has been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa, sat down with Gail Guillardo, host of the nationally syndicated health and wellness show “BLOOM” to discuss the use of acupuncture in treating degenerative eye diseases. Treating these eye disorders with acupuncture has been around for thousands of years, but the data demonstrating its effectiveness has grown exponentially over the past 40 years. When asked how the treatment works, Dr. Hanson said acupuncture increases blood flow to the retina. A German study showed that the treatment increased blood flow…
A skincare fan has shared the anti-ageing secret she inherited from her mother.She explained that her mother believed in repurposing food leftovers into anti-aging lotions.Skincare enthusiast shares her mum’s anti-aging secret using food waste (Stock Photo)Credit: GettyReddit user Puppiesnprada shared this beauty tip in a post.She explained that her mother turned to the natural world to meet her skin’s needs instead of traditional store-bought products.”My mother always rubbed citrus peels on her skin, and I’ve been doing it since I was a teenager,” she said.As she grew older, she understood why her mother adopted the practice.”I discovered it was an…
A “Health to Go” vending machine that provides free health, wellness and personal care items and connects users to community services such as food, shelter, medical care and social services has been installed in the lobby of the YMCA in Reading, Pa. Penn State’s College of Medicine partnered with the SOS Berks Opioid Coalition to purchase and install the machine. The Penn State College of Medicine said the smart vending machines, which feature an interactive interface, are the first of their kind in Pennsylvania, and the location was chosen in part because it will be available to the public 24…
An announcement from the Congregational Church of Edgartown. Last week I received a press release from the congregation informing me that they had unanimously voted to “embrace the Welcoming Covenant” and become an open, affirming church. It took the entire congregation working together to get there, and a process that spanned several months to come to this conclusion. We tend to take our positions and ideas on inclusivity for granted and simply assume, “I’m a welcoming person.” But what Federated Church did was to take the time to talk, ask questions, and learn what it means to be truly welcoming.…
“I’ve always said that my favorite recipes are any that someone else has made for me,” food writer Amy Rogers told the Journal. “I’m a passionate appreciator of food, but at the end of the day, it all comes down to simple things.” Though Rogers enjoys fine dining just like the next person, she says her fondest memories and most satisfying dining experiences involve the foods she grew up with, like roast chicken and noodle kugel — and she can still make amazing matzo balls! “I watched my mother and grandmother bake matzo balls countless times,” she says. “There were…
This post contains affiliate links, if you purchase something using these links we may earn a commission. In a world where convenience is king, finding quick, healthy snacks can be difficult. This frustration led Daniel Lubetzky to found KIND in 2004. KIND bars aim to bridge the gap between nutrition and taste, offering snacks made with ingredients that are easy to recognize, pronounce and enjoy. KIND minimizes sugar use by avoiding high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners and sugar alcohols, instead focusing on healthy ingredients like nuts, whole grains and fruit. But is this bar really healthy? In this article,…
Lakeville, Minnesota – “Entrepreneurship Made Easy” by Rev. Dr. Michael Onwona Appiah is a must-read book for aspiring entrepreneurs, building a solid foundation of knowledge and skills crucial for beginners.In his book, Dr. Appiah has revolutionized the way entrepreneurs go about building and growing their businesses by simplifying the complexities of starting a business and providing practical guidance to aspiring entrepreneurs. The book provides entrepreneurs with practical strategies including effective marketing and sales techniques, developing fundraising strategies, practical tips on conducting market research, identifying target customers, assessing the feasibility of a business idea, building customer relationships, and more.Dr. Appiah also…
Sheila McNeill has passionately served and protected her country for more than 20 years as a member of the Army National Guard stationed at McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. At 56 years old, with retirement in sight next year, she is ready for her next career challenge. Earning a Master’s in Integrative Health from Georgian Court University solidified her lifelong interest in holistic healing and helped her chart a clear path for her future. “In high school, I started sprouting — growing nutrient-packed seeds — and brewing my own kombucha, a healthful tonic packed with vitamins and minerals. I intuitively dabbled in holistic health,…
Some fans even make the “perfect” meatballs “once a week.”Dotdash Meredith / Janet Maples” src=”https://s.yimg.com/ny/api/res/1.2/SWFj2Men7S8Dz6_hSyM0Yg–/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTcyMA–/https://media.zenfs.com/en/all_recipes_969/2f1e91be6b718fd2e9051a2c9f79fd1b” class=”caas-img”/>Dotdash Meredith / Janet MaplesYou probably know Jessica Alba from her on-screen acting and successful Honest Beauty business, but we want to highlight another reason Alba is famous: her easy meatball recipe.Meatballs are a popular family dish, but let’s be honest, they can be tricky to make well: Great meatballs should be tender, well-seasoned, and cooked to perfection.According to critics, Alba’s recipe not only meets all of those criteria; So It’s so easy that even children can make it.What’s in Jessica Alba’s famous meatball recipe?A…