Health and Well Being

Cats Hide Illness 11.01.2023 2:04 ↓

Because cats are more resilient, they hide symptoms until it's too late. But both dogs and cats don't live as long as humans do, so it's important to nip health problems early.

Best Gift for Pets 10.01.2023 2:05 ↓

Knowledge about pet health is important before they wind up in the ER. Just as with humans, knowledge is power.

Maya Shaposhnik Cadena, CEO of the pet health company Vetted. 09.01.2023 25:03 ↓

Maya Shaposhnik Cadena, CEO of the pet health company Vetted. It is not only a repository of preventive pet health information but gives pet parents access to veterinarians, the latest research on pet health, a discussiion of behavioral issues and an option to chat with other pet parents. Access at:   getvetted.io

Protecting Our Pets 09.01.2023 2:04 ↓

Many of the problems that bring pets to the ER can be prevented.

If A Pear is Sweet 06.01.2023 2:04 ↓

Dr. Sha used the saying "To find out if a pear is sweet, you must taste it".  He urged anyone dealing with a health issue, depression, anxiety or financial woes to just give it a try.  

Tao Calligraphy 05.01.2023 2:05 ↓

It's a new practice of tracing the ancient letters for several minutes each day to bring healing and even, says Dr. Sha, relief from depression and anxiety.

Dr. Zhi Gang Sha, "Tao Calligraphy" 05.01.2023 10:36 ↓

Dr. Zhi Gang Sha wrote "Tao Calligraphy".  In it, he introduces the practice of tracing ancient calligraphy which he says brings healing and rejuvenation.

Beans 04.01.2023 1:58 ↓

A cup of beans in your diet every day can add four years to your life!

Taste Tester 03.01.2023 2:00 ↓

Dan Buettner's dad is the taste-tester because as a meat and potatoes guy, they wanted to be sure these dishes were full of flavor even though there was no meat to be found.

A New Take on Borscht 02.01.2023 1:58 ↓

Russian cooking can be heavy but the modern borscht in the cookbook is different.

Hoppin' John 30.12.2022 2:04 ↓

An African-American tradition which appears in the cookbook.

Look Back 29.12.2022 2:06 ↓

Many of our ancestors ate plant-based, so it makes sense to look back.

Adopting a New American Die 28.12.2022 2:04 ↓

There are communities in the U.S. which relish plant based eating.

Diet and Age 27.12.2022 2:03 ↓

What Dan Buettner has seen the world over is how people in the Blue Zones live to 100 and beyond.  One reason:  plant based diets.

Dan Buettner, with National Geographic, author of "The Blue Zones American Kitchen. 100 Recipes to Live to 100" 26.12.2022 8:16 ↓

He and National Geographic photographer David McLain traveled around America to find communities which cooked plant-based recipes such as the ones found in the Blue Zones.

The New Year 26.12.2022 2:00 ↓

As we ponder our New Year's resolutions, going plant-based in our diets may increase our longevity.

Trouble-maker 23.12.2022 2:04 ↓

If you are the host of a holiday get together, you might want to be pro-active with a known trouble-maker.  But gently and with love.  Good luck!

How Long To Stay 22.12.2022 2:05 ↓

There is nothing to say you have to spend all day at a holiday get together.  Plan ahead.

Are You the One They Dread? 21.12.2022 2:05 ↓

Try to attend holiday gatherings with the correct, festive mindset.

Trouble With the Holiday Spirit 20.12.2022 2:06 ↓

Sometimes it's harder to get into the vibe of the season, but if we go through the tried and true motions, it does work!

Therapist Ron Villano, owner of Family and Personal Counseling offices 19.12.2022 14:22 ↓

Therapist Ron Villano, owner of Family and Personal Counseling offices, talking about  dealing with the holidays.

Missing Someone 19.12.2022 2:06 ↓

How we cope with the loss of someone important to us by realizing they wouldn't want us sad.

About That Nursing Shortage... 16.12.2022 2:05 ↓

A discussion about the nursing profession and the various things causing the shortage nationwide.  

Do You Brag About Where You Work? 15.12.2022 2:06 ↓

Maggie talks about Vibe and the events held monthly for employees at Valley which is truly a special place to work.

Are Workers Grumbling? 14.12.2022 2:06 ↓

Many businesses "forget" to say thank you to workers.  Vibe is special with Valley coming up with diverse ways to show appreciation.