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Swimming provides excellent health benefits

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 26, 2017 at 10:19 AM

Swimming provides an excellent health benefit and is easier on the old body than other forms of exercise (My Moses is not so sure; he prefers just to bark for his exercise)

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The Secrets to a Happy Life

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 24, 2017 at 2:50 PM

What does it take to live a good life?

Surveys show that most young adults believe that obtaining wealth and fame are keys to a happy life. But a long-running study out of Harvard suggests that one of the most important predictors of whether you age well and live a long and happy life is not the amount of money you amass or notoriety you receive. A much more important barometer of long term health and well-being is the strength of your relationships with family, friends and spouses.

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Gentlemen: Don't Forget Mother's Day!

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 10, 2017 at 4:35 PM

Gentleman: This Sunday is Mother's Day. Not making a big deal about it might be harmful to your health...... Your Mom as well as the mother of your children really do deserve this special day....

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Sleep time a torture?

Posted by Charles Waisbren on May 03, 2017 at 5:52 PM

 

Trouble sleeping? Please read this article. It discusses "sleep hygiene" and the positive effects of positive sleep thoughts. Truthfully, it is helpful to reassure your awake self that all is fine and you indeed will eventually fall asleep and feel fine in the morning....

Take your medication!

Posted by Charles Waisbren on April 24, 2017 at 7:07 AM

I know that it is difficult to admit to yourself that you might need medication to remain healthy. However, the consequence of NOT being compliant can be quite costly!

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We are getting healthier!

Posted by Charles Waisbren on April 15, 2017 at 8:22 AM

In the late 1960's, it was not uncommon to succumb to a heart attack when we entered our 50's. 40% of the population smoked, a cholesterol of 240 was considered normal and half of Americans had what we consider now hypertension. We are doing better today because we are concentrating on smoking cessation, controlling blood pressure, controlling cholesterol levels and keeping our blood sugars normal. Read the article below and you will better understand why I "pound" you guys on obtaining a normal blood pressure, stopping smoking, achieving a reasonable weight and normalizing your blood cholesterol and sugar.

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Spring Fever

Posted by Charles Waisbren on April 10, 2017 at 10:09 AM

Cures for spring fever: 1) Clean out the yard and the garage; 2) Organize your fishing gear; 3) Take a bike ride; 4) Walk the pooches; 5) Go to a Brewers game. Let spring begin! 
Fact or Fiction: Is spring fever a real phenomenon: Read more and you will find out why we do what we do in the spring.

 

Back to work!

Posted by Charles Waisbren on March 31, 2017 at 7:39 PM

Well, I am back! What a fantastic feeling being able to work again. Bear with my limping while I continue my physical therapy. Getting a new knee has been a bit more arduous than I anticipated. My new days and hours will be abbreviated in April (Mondays/South; Tuesdays&Thursdays/Mayfair) but hopefully I will back to full strength by May. Again, I am sorry tor all the changing of appointment days and I truly appreciate everyone's understanding.