Determination. As of February of last year, I weighed 334 pounds. I now weigh under 300 pounds and lost almost 100 inches (3-5 clothing sizes). I started this weight loss journey for a few reasons. The first reason is because of the progression of my diabetes and how diabetes has affected my family. My father … Continued
There are few things as tedious as getting the gym bag ready or pulling on those sneakers for a boring run through the neighborhood. The first few times may be a breeze, but the novelty soon wears off and it’s back to just being exercise again. Two of the biggest factors that cause health and fitness resolutions … Continued
Tell me what I can do, tell me how I can help her. Through our daughters, we have essentially lived with asthma for 17 years. Our oldest daughter, Gabriela, was born premature and with asthma, she is 17 now. Our youngest daughter, Jimena, who is now 15, was also born with asthma. In addition to … Continued
Controlling asthma is all about being prepared. But being prepared is easier said than done. Your child is most likely busy and active. In relation to your child’s asthma, not only do you have to think about your own home, but you have to think about school, sports, activities and the million other places they … Continued
Rochelle Neu has always had a passion and talent for making baby blankets, and years ago she found the perfect counterpart to that passion; moms in need at Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers. After hearing about the work being done in the Parenting Resource Center at Sixteenth Street, Rochelle made the decision to dedicate her … Continued
By: Kylie Ora Lobell When you’re just out of rehab, you may feel isolated and awkward going back to the “real world.” Some of the friends and family members you have could be struggling with addiction themselves, while the others might not understand what you’re going through. It can be extremely lonely, which will impede … Continued
There are a lot of misconceptions about the amount of physical activity that seniors should be doing. It is in fact recommended by the World Health Organization that people aged 65 and over, manage 75 minutes of intense, or 150 minutes of moderate physical activity every week. They say this is to improve the health of the … Continued
Care from a distance that feels at home [Name changed for privacy purposes] I moved to Palmyra from Illinois and found Dr. Bhat at Sixteenth Street – Waukesha when I was searching for a doctor. There’s not much around my area so it was hard to find a clinic, even Sixteenth Street – Waukesha is … Continued
My (Valerie’s) Grandpa came to the United States from Norway, a country that is even farther north than Wisconsin! It is called “The Land of the Midnight Sun” because in June the sun doesn’t set. It is light, even at midnight! They receive lots of sunshine in the summer, but the reverse happens in the … Continued
Scientific studies have shown that when we eat together as families, we lower the risk of being overweight, we limit junk food and we eat healthier. Family meals are a very valuable time; it’s when the family comes together. We tell each other how our day went, we joke, we talk about series issues and … Continued
