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  For over a year, I lived with a strange, persistent pain in my neck. It wasn’t sharp or electric—nothing that screamed “pinched nerve.” Instead, it felt like something was being pulled taut every time I turned my head from left to right. A rope under tension. A muscle that refused to let go. My doctor called it a pinched nerve. I wasn’t so sure. The pain didn’t radiate. There was no numbness. Just a stubborn, movement-triggered discomfort that greeted me every morning and lingered through the day. I tried everything: stretching exercises, sleeping in various positions though sleeping on my back on an incline without a pillow is my preferred mode, Hinge Health recommended exercises, recommendations of friends, paying close attention to gym and routine living activities that might be putting a strain on my neck, making sure I got up frequently during my long hours on the computer and used a cushion (my choice: CushZone) to support my back from long hours of stress (though I have n...

  Nourishing Every Generation: A Nutritional Journey Through Life Nutrition is a dynamic landscape that evolves with each generation, reflecting changing lifestyles, food technologies, and health awareness. As we celebrate National Nutrition Month, let's explore how dietary needs and approaches shift from the Baby Boomers to Generation Z. Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964): Embracing Wellness and Prevention For Baby Boomers, nutrition becomes increasingly about maintaining health and preventing age-related conditions. This generation is focusing on heart-healthy diets, foods that support bone density, and nutrients that combat inflammation. Mediterranean and plant-based diets are gaining popularity, with an emphasis on whole grains, lean proteins, and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Supplements like calcium, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids become crucial for maintaining muscle mass, bone strength, and cognitive function. Generation X (Born 1965-1980): Balancing Nutrition and Busy Li...

  On December 11 (Wednesday), Bertha Cooper, author of the acclaimed ("best new voice") book,  Women, We're Only Old Once , will be speaking as part of the Working on Wellness Forum that will be aired on KSQM FM Radio from 2:00-3:00 PST (91.5 FM) as part of the Wellness Program's Forum, "More Taboos We Need to Talk About." Dial in if you are within reach! Want to know more about Bertha's books? Click  HERE . AWARDS FOR WOMEN, WE'RE ONLY OLD ONCE Kops-Fetherling International Book Awards/Phoenix Award for Best New Voice in Health and Fitness Winner, Best Indie Book Award Winner, Independent Press Award Winner, Pinnacle Book Achievement Award To purchase copies of Bertha's books at 25% discount, use code FF25 at  MSI Press webstore . Want to buy this book and not have to pay for it? Ask your local library to purchase and shelve it. Sign up for the MSI Press LLC monthly newsletter (recent releases, sales/discounts, awards, reviews, Amazon top 100 li...

  Craigie, FC. Spirituality, resilience, and well-being in healthcare. Video interview as part of the “Anti-Wellness Retreat for Physicians; A Virtual Space to Reclaim Joy, Play, and Creativity,” sponsored by Sustainable Caring Cooperative. October 18, 2022.  See  https://www.rx-retreats.com/fredericcraigie . Craigie, FC. Spirituality, resilience, and well-being in healthcare. Video interview as part of the “Anti-Wellness Retreat for Physicians; A Virtual Space to Reclaim Joy, Play, and Creativity,” sponsored by Sustainable Caring Cooperative. October 18, 2022.  See  https://www.rx-retreats.com/fredericcraigie . Spirituality, Resilience, and Well-being in Healthcare See more posts about  language learning.                                         Sign up for the MSI Press LLC newsletter               ...