Wellness

The Tatissa Foundation for Suicide Prevention in support of Okaloosa Suicide Prevention and Support (Okaloosa SPS) announces its first fundraiser for April 13, 7-9 p.m., at the Edge Seafood Restaurant and Bar, Destin. This is the group’s inaugural fundraiser and seeks to raise funds for suicide prevention awareness and...

By Lisa Leath Turpin, Health & Wellness Coach Many of you set New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and get healthier. Through diets, cleanses and exercise, some are well on their way to success. Is this you? If it is, you’re probably ready to: A) bump it up a notch, or...

By Kay Leaman, Health Architect Acid Reflux happens occasionally to many of us and for many others it is a consistent problem and concern. So, what is it? Acid Reflux happens when the sphincter muscle located at the lower end of the esophagus relaxes at the wrong time (fails to close),...

By Krisy Anderson, Owner It’s almost spring! So, let’s get your skin–all over–healthy and ready for the outdoors, beach and warmer weather! I want to introduce the Curve, a powerful skincare device that uses four innovative and effective techniques for rejuvenation and smoothing of your skin and optimal body shaping. It...

By Michelle Ruschman In this ongoing series, What Teens Want Us to Know, we asked the question, “What “adulting” skills do you want to be taught before you leave home? (Consider what you might want to know in the areas of physical and emotional health, relationship building, professional success, lifestyle,...

By Stephenie Craig, Journey Bravely Ever find yourself feeling like life is happening to you and you have no control? Maybe a person did something that was unfair or hurtful. Maybe a storm disrupted your home or event. Maybe airlines canceled your flight. Maybe a health condition is making your...

By Lori Leath Smith A lot of families with a young child with Autism are thinking, “What if something happens to me? I just want to know that my child is safe, and someone will love them just as much as I do.” More than five years ago, Lindy Wood had...

PLASMA: A Source of Life to Share By Lisa Woodrum Are you aware that you possess a source and gift of life inside you that you can share with others? It’s called plasma. Fifty-five percent of your blood is made up of plasma and science cannot duplicate it. People in our community...

It’s the 2023 Lucky Leprechaun 5k/10k and Get Lucky Half Marathon Weekend at the FWB Landing. The Lucky Leprechaun 5K/10K will take place Saturday, March 11th at 8 a.m. at the FWB Landing. After your run, join the party at KC’s Sandbar. Packet Pickup is March 10th at the New...

By Dr. Richard Chern, MD Today I’d like to talk about Levothyroxine or Synthroid. This is likely the most commonly prescribed thyroid medication in the world but this is slowly changing. This article may be a bit difficult to follow so don’t feel bad if you have to read it...