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Aude Gire brings fresh food and education to Sisters Country

“I firmly believe that access to fresh foods and vegetables should be a basic human right,” said Aude Gire, education coordinator for Seed to Table farm.

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Sisters woman helps people build ‘rock solid’ marriages

Our marriages are perhaps the most important relationships in our lives — yet we often neglect them and suddenly find that we are in trouble.

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Best time to work out? The secret revealed...

Morning vs. evening workout: Lore of better fat burning, performance, or energy levels create an endless debate over the best time to get that workout in.

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Fresh Food Farmacy program changes lives

The limitations to having extremely high blood pressure were crippling for local Sisters resident Brian (name changed for anonymity).

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Seeking guidance to navigate aging

The adage that getting old isn’t for sissies is more than an amusing old saw.

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Hospice serves local community

The transition to the end of life is a potent milestone that affects not only the dying but also their friends and loved ones. Since 1981, Hospice of Redmond has provided physical, emotional and spiritual support to those facing that transition throughout Central Oregon.

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Alpaca meat can be a healthier choice

Seniors who are dealing with high cholesterol are often counseled to change their diet and look for alternative food choices to reduce their cholesterol levels.

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Focus on good skincare as we age

Modern healthcare, as well as a growing interest in organic living and holistic health, have us romping into our golden years rather than crawling into a rocking chair. The result is a growing population expected to live longer than any generation before.

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Navigating the Medicare maze

You’re approaching 65 — the age at which you’re eligible for Medicare. And things are about to get complicated.

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Seed to Table highlights summer’s bounty

Indulge in the last flavors of summer; there is nothing like the sweet burst of a sungold cherry tomato.

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E-bikes: A good fitness tool

Electric-assisted bicycles are new to the American market after being popularized in Europe in the last five to 10 years.

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Commentary... Transforming the terrible secret of suicide

In 1962, my grandfather on my father’s side took his own life. This after killing his estranged wife. His murder-suicide shook our immediate and extended families to the core. I was just 8 years old and loved both deeply.

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Cardio or weight-training for weight loss?

Which is more effective for weight loss — cardio or weight-training? It’s an age-old question for exercisers and is under constant scrutiny.

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Vaccination — taking a purposeful approach

Vaccination has removed terrible scourges from human ken.

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County offers free diabetes prevention

Deschutes County Health Services has announced upcoming dates for the Prevent Diabetes Central Oregon program.

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CBD is everywhere — does it work?

CBD is everywhere these days — in oils, tinctures, salves, gummies; coffee drinks, honey and smoothies can be infused with it. It is as though CBD is some new magic potion that can cure all ills.

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Strength training: Why compete?

You’ve broken through the stereotypes and the trepidation and started hitting the weights.

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Getting strong is for everyone

Over the past decade or so, a quiet revolution has taken place.

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Trainer is excited to work in Sisters Country

Cody Tweeten has a wide and deep background in exerices to bring to the benefit of his new clients at Sisters Athletic Club (SAC).

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Water does wonders for wellness

Water is wondrous.

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