ERSOY: The Real History of Thanksgiving
When you hear “Thanksgiving”, what comes first to mind is quite likely roasted turkey and a lot of food. That has become tradition, however Thanksgiving is more than just a day of feasting, it brings family and friends together and gives opportunity to reflect on gratitude and love.
JONES: Your sugar fix: How sweet it is!
My keiki and I are surrounded by candy chaos, with bags, baskets, and buckets of sweet treats strewn all over the house. I know that sugar isn’t good, but I’m eating it with mixed emotions, joy and happiness. Seriously, is a little dandy candy really that bad? What’s your take on giving in?
ERSOY: Stem cell therapy is changing medicine (part 2)
After reading my first column about stem cell therapy you may be thinking about asking your physician to learn more about how it might help your specific health issues. It can offer one of the most therapeutic approaches for some diseases and health problems, including joint pain, osteoarthritis and sports injuries.
ERSOY: Stem cell therapy is changing medicine, part 1
Everyone wants to live for a healthy life span and ideally never get old. You can stay healthier while aging, however we can not yet stop the aging process. So it’s up to us to understand what steps we need to take during this time. Of course, I am talking about specific actions that we can take, and not unexpected health issues or bad luck with our genetics.
JONES: Five fitness facts: Testing your training
Every six months or so, I like to flip the script, asking some questions to you about exercise and eating. Are you a regular reader of “In Health & With Hope?” Have you been paying attention? It’s time to get your brain in the game. Have fun!!
ERSOY: How does our environment affect our health?
We all know that our environment can have a big effect on the way that we think and behave — the people we live together with, and which town or city or culture we live in. For example, if we are surrounded by people who are highly stressed then most likely we can feel their stress and it will affect us. Most of the time we may not actually realize how our environment is affecting us, and yet it can still change our reactions and behaviors.
Still time to register for Ohana FitFest
LIHUE — Leaders of the North Shore Give and Ohana FitFest were honored, congratulated and commended by the Kauai County Council during a certificate presentation at a County Council meeting on Wednesday.
ERSOY: How to improve your gut health naturally (part 2)
When Hippocrates said that all disease starts in gut, that really was not an understatement. It can be hard to think that different symptoms, such as a headache or joint pain, are connected.
JONES: Majestic muscularity: Beaming with balance
Aloooooooha! I appreciate your question, but please note that I am not “Dr. Doug.” So, without diagnosing, I’m happy to provide my take, to give you my hope for your health. Please allow me to approach your specific issue in my typical tangential manner.
ERSOY: How to improve your gut health naturally (part 1)
Did you know that more than 100 trillion bacteria live within you? That’s approximately 3.3lbs (1.5kg) of bacteria!
ERSOY: Is it important to have a goal?
Is having a goal is important? The answer is absolutely yes. So can I finish this article now? Actually, it’s not that simple! You need to really think why it is important and what benefits you may gain with it.
JONES: Quick quiz: Seven Fun Fitness Facts
Today, I thought that it would be fun for me to ask you a few questions. Enjoy!
VA counselor will be on Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — The Department of Veterans Affairs’ VA benefits counselors, who are assigned to the Honolulu VA Regional Office, will be on Kaua‘i on Aug. 13 and Sept. 10.
Walmart Wellness Day on Saturday
LIHU‘E — Walmart Kaua‘i will join nearly 4,600 pharmacies across the nation in hosting Walmart Wellness Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
ERSOY: Applying a champion mindset in daily life
We all can be an athlete, or at least we can have a small part of an athlete’s mindset and determination.
Disaster preparedness, wellness fair on Thursday
LIHU‘E — The county’s Agency on Elderly Affairs will be hosting a disaster preparedness and wellness fair on Thursday at Lihu‘e Civic Center.
ERSOY: Are home cooked meals better than eating out? (Part 2)
Eating out may be tasty and convenient in the short term, and it might even seem cheaper too, but when you think about the longer term health consequences it can be very harmful.
JONES: Muscle gain without pain: Discern the burn
Mahalo for answering my question last month about muscle soreness. I loved your point about how lowering weight is both the cause and the cure. I had always thought that lactic acid was the primary culprit. I guess not, huh? Does lactic acid have anything at all to do with soreness the day after I work out?
ERSOY: Are home cooked meals better than eating out? (Part 1)
Around 37 percent of people in the US eat fast food at least once a day. In today’s fast-paced world the convenience of fast food and restaurants often competes with the benefits of home-cooked meals. While quickly grabbing a bite to eat from a fast-food place or ordering a takeout might save time, the advantages of preparing meals at home are substantial and supported by many studies.
Inaugural fly fishing retreat casts off at Waita
WAIMEA — A dozen women living with breast cancer recently wrapped up the inaugural Fly Fishing Retreat hosted by Casting for Recovery in Waimea.