Dr. Mary Ann would like to let her patients know that she has a lending library which includes books on many health topics, such as:

The 100-Year Lifestyle

Homeopathic Remedies

Foot Reflexology

Natural Cures They Don’t Want You To Know About

…and many more

You may check out any book with a $10 deposit. Thank you for checking this out and happy reading!

Also, please check this NEWS and EVENTS page periodically for information on upcoming mini-classes. Some future health topics include:

“How to De-Stress Your Life”

“Power Stretches for the Workplace”

“Improve Your Posture and Balance”

“DR. MARY ANN’S 13 Steps To Wellness”

“Stopping The Clock”

“Diet and Exercise Myths”

“Massage for Couples”

“The 20 Minute Total Body Workout”

“Foods That Heal”

“Aromatherapy and Relaxation Techniques”

“Keys to Avoiding Injuries in Athletes”

Dr. Ley is available to speak on these or other health topics. If you have a church group, youth group, athletic team, women’s group, etc that would like to have a guest speaker, please complete our contact form.

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Date:  Wednesday, April 2, 6:30PM

Presenter:  TINA BENEMAN, author of Rodale's /Cooking with Herbs/, began her public career 25 years ago as Tina James, host of /Good Earth Garden/, a public television series devoted to organic growing. When not digging in the dirt, she offers a unique blend of healing services as a therapist and licensed Wedding Officiate. www.tinabeneman.net

Also - check out Tina's Herbal Directory (PDF)

Plants have been used to heal and comfort us from the very beginning.  Even today, about 40% of prescription drugs are made directly from plants. This presentation introduces simple, thrifty ways to use everyday herbs like parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme to take care of ourselves and our families. You'll learn how to prepare effective teas and tinctures for common ailments such as colds, flu, stomach aches, digestive problems and headaches as well as natural first aid remedies for cuts, bruises, sprains, bee stings and more. Enjoy tasty herb teas and healthy snacks as we explore the healing powers of the herbs in your pantry and garden.  Read Event Details here

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Curb the Cravings - Read the Entire Article here

What's your favorite food craving? Chocolate, potato chips or fast food? Here are a few ways to keep those cravings you know you have, under control:

Start the day right. An abundance of evidence suggests eating a hearty, healthy breakfast helps limit cravings throughout the day. A good rule of thumb is to eat some form of protein and complex carbohydrate (whole grains, etc.) every morning.

Know yourself. Pay attention to your cravings. Do they happen at the same time every day? Do they happen during a certain activity or when you are with a certain group of people? If 7:30 p.m. is the time your worst cravings kick in, make sure you are doing something during that time besides hanging around the kitchen, waiting to give in to temptation.

Practice portion control. In a world of ever-increasing portion sizes, it's important to eat in moderation. Eating a number of small meals throughout the day, rather than a few large ones, keeps your metabolism high so you burn more calories.

Sleep it off. The more time you spend asleep, the less time is available to rummage through the refrigerator. Research also suggests inadequate sleep affects hormones (leptin) that influence appetite , leading to weight gain.

Live a little. While it's a good rule of thumb to limit your consumption of junk food, it's also important not to deprive yourself. Evidence suggests that people who consistently quell their cravings are more likely to give in to them over time than those who occasionally indulge in their favorite foods. (think moderation)

So, next time you're out driving and the steering wheel seems to turn itself toward your favorite donut shop, just remember: You're in control. Follow these simple suggestions and you'll be in the best possible position to curb the cravings.