Holistic healing

Chippewa Valley offers several alternative medicine opportunities

By Rachael Kloek

Afraid of needles? Lacking medical insurance? Still in the pediatrics sector of the doctor's office? Does the Dr. McDreamy look-a-like make annual doctor visits uncomfortable? If these questions stop people from making an appearance at the doctor's office, or if people are going through a period of youth rebellion or modern medicine seems a little too conventional for you, look no further.

Research green claims

By Silas Thompson

We all have seen products marketed as eco-friendly and "green," ranging from notebooks and napkins to shampoos, clothing and electronics. Also, we have seen the cute little purses that scream, "Go Green!" and other environmental slogans, even though the manufacturer has taken no steps toward improving their impact on the ecosystem.

The next super berry?

The acai fruit has high antioxidant levels, maintains body's natural health defense

By Rachael Kloek

Enter the term acai berry into a Google search, and the result? One million hits. Although not all credible, the acai berry is sweeping both the diet and health food markets. The recently famous berry has been featured on shows such as Oprah and the Rachel Ray Show.