Jennifer Wimmer
Tiffany’s Timeless Treasures
Tiffany’s Timeless Treasures, in Hawesville, offers wooden, laser engraved items such as ornaments, signs, door hangers, cutting boards, refrigerator magnets, and more, as well as fulfilling custom orders such as for photo engraving. Josh & Tiffany Abbott, husband and wife, work together in their family business. He does custom woodworking pieces, such as children’s chairs…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; Cardamom
The pod spice, cardamom, is nicknamed “Queen of Spices.” It is in the ginger family and native to Southeast Asia and thus, traditionally used in Indian cuisine, such as well-known curry dishes. It offers both sweet & savory flavors and has many medicinal qualities, especially with alleviating gastrointestinal challenges.https://www.saveur.com/article/Kitchen/Queen-of-Spices/ Here are some of the many…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; Earthing
When we were children, we just called it running around outside barefoot. Today, it is being called “earthing” or “biological grounding,” and an extensive amount of research has revealed its numerous health benefits, including pain relief, reducing inflammation and improving circulation. Many of these studies are published, peer-reviewed and available for the public to…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; Himalayan Pink Salt
Himalayan Pink Salt In the March 25th edition of the Hancock Clarion, you may’ve read my column on Celtic sea salt. https://www.hancockclarion.com/2023/05/24/celtic-sea-salt/ Another salt that is comparable to it, in that it has more of the vital minerals that we need for optimal health, is pink Himalayan sea salt. I, personally, prefer Celtic sea salt,…
Read MoreFloyd Bray Will /Trust Fund; steps for requesting loan eligibility
The Hancock Clarion provided a detailed article last week regarding the late local farmer, Floyd Bray, and his 1991 will. Bray’s will established a nonprofit organization offering low interest loans to health & wellness and medical facilities that locate or expand in Hancock County, via a Trust Fund at First Financial Bank. https://www.hancockclarion.com/2023/07/12/the-will-funds-available-for-health-related-businesses-at-low-interest-rate/ Listed below…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; NAC
Healthy Habits: NAC NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) is a semi-essential amino acid that breaks down into cysteine and is then metabolized into glutathione, an important antioxidant to help your immune system work at its best. www.healthline.com/nutrition/nac-benefits Here are some of the other possible health benefits of NAC: promotes tissue-building & repair, detoxes, antimicrobial, supports fertility, balances…
Read MoreHealthy Habits: GABA
Healthy Habits: GABA Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter naturally occurring in the central nervous system. It is an amino acid that relieves anxiety, reduces muscle spasms, promotes a restful & healing sleep, lowers blood pressure and boosts immunity. While blood tests cannot indicate a GABA deficiency, decreased levels of GABA could…
Read MoreCeltic Sea Salt
Healthy Habits: Celtic Sea Salt It makes a huge difference as to what kind of salt you’re using. It is worth spending a little extra on salt that has not been depleted of the minerals that we are actually craving when we want salt. The absolute best one I’ve found, that my family has…
Read MoreBullying
Bullying Healthy Habits; by Jennifer Wimmer If you’ve been reading my column over the last few years, you know that I don’t always write about foods and supplements. There is a lot more to living healthy other than what you put into your body. How about what comes out of your mouth? Gossiping is bullying,…
Read MoreDragon Fruit
Healthy Habits; Dragon Fruit I finally got an opportunity to try this odd looking fruit recently. Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, has bright pink skin with a large amount of fruit inside that resembles a kiwi. It is loaded with vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and antioxidants. It’s also very hydrating, high in fiber,…
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