Q I take daily pain medication, but I worry about its side effects. Is it true I can meditate my pain away?   A It is true that you can address some of your pain issues mentally. The mind-body connection is real. Pain affects the mind and the body. The scientific community accepts the definition of […]

(N) Nutrition. (E) Exercise. (W) Wellness. Our theme for 2015, mindfulness, includes thinking about nutrition, exercise and wellness as a holistic approach to overall health. This month we look at nutrition and mindfulness. We have written previously about food choices, fad diets and food trends. Mindfulness is not as much about what you eat, but rather how you eat. The mindfulness movement […]

Q Our mom is 80 years old. The doctor proposed surgery to repair an aneurysm. Is it safe to have major surgery at her age? A It is possible to have a safe and successful surgery at 80. Here are a few important considerations:   Overall Health: “I’d rather have a patient who is 79 and […]

In our February Will Power issue, we introduced our readers to the concept of mindfulness, or being present, in your everyday life. A very simple component of mindfulness is taking a moment to appreciate what is literally in front of you, or around you. Spend your moment of mindfulness with your mind on what you have. Try to experience a feeling […]