Category: General Health

The Science Behind Our Love of the Beach

A relaxing day at the beach is a classic summer pastime enjoyed by millions of Americans each year. What is it about the combination of sun, surf, and sand that can induce such calming effects? Let’s dip into the physiological impacts of beachgoing. The health benefits are more profound than you may expect. 1. Negative... Read more »
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Browntail Moth Rash and Infestation – Get the Facts Now

Browntail Moth Caterpillar
The Maine Forest Service continues to warn of increases in browntail moth caterpillar infestation. Although activity is at its highest May through July, cases of the browntail moth rash can start as early as April. Find out what you can do to reduce your chances of coming into contact with the toxic caterpillar hairs and what you can do if you develop the rash.
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Chelated Minerals: Getting the Most Out of Your Mineral Supplement

Supplement Bottles showing supplement facts with capsules.
Minerals are essential to human nutrition and help ensure proper metabolism and tissue tone. Unfortunately, the concentration of minerals in whole foods has decreased steadily over the last century. This has made it increasingly harder to achieve the full benefit of minerals from food alone. Furthermore, minerals require a healthy digestive system and stomach acid... Read more »
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Update on COVID-19 Testing and Treatments

Vial with COVID-19 sample
As more Mainers have contact with COVID cases this winter, it’s important to know about testing and treatment options in case you develop COVID or are in close contact with a known case. Dr. Hagopian explains function and efficacy of various tests along with a few prevention a treatment options.
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Magnesium: A Mineral for Modern Times

Magnesium Varieties and Qualities
Magnesium facilitates over 300 metabolic processes in the human body. Correcting a deficiency can alleviate many modern health concerns. Joel covers a few different forms of magnesium and explains what they can help with.
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