By Dr. Teri Goetz, DACM, LAc
Astragalus (Huang qi) – Astragalus is an adaptogen—a substance that helps the body deal with stresses (mental, emotional or physical). It is most often used to build your natural immune system, so you can use it daily. Astragalus is a root which can be boiled and drunk as a tea, […]
The streets of New York City may be as quiet now as they have been in nearly a century’s time as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Still, the unprecedented hushed tones of Manhattan and its surrounding boroughs during the day has not repressed the communal spirit of its residents once the sun begins to […]
Doctors and scientists have long searched for new and innovative ways to detect and diagnose deadly diseases and cancers in patients since the dawn of advanced technology in the field of medicine. Recently, an unlikely ally has emerged that may revolutionize the way some cancers are diagnosed and treated. Research from Inscentinel, a UK-based firm […]
This year, Earth Day will celebrate its Golden Anniversary as we recognize its 50th year worldwide. The annual April event first began in 1970 and now includes events coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network in more than 193 countries to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Since its inception, Earth Day celebrations have coincided with […]
In anticipation of Columbia County small businesses reopening once New York State COVID-19 mandates are lifted, Board of Supervisors Matt Murell plans to establish an advisory committee in the coming days that will help owners and residents determine what needs local businesses will have once the time arrives. The committee, to be known as the […]
Local financial advisors and banks supporting small businesses across the area have recently felt the fear and anxiety from small business owners as a result of the COVID-19 mandates. Many small business owners nationwide are hurting due to the economic uncertainty and feel as though they cannot find support after the original $349 billion Paycheck […]
Columbia County officials announced Friday plans to proceed with the purchase of an additional 1,000 COVID-19 testing kits. Officials had already previously announced the first order of 1,000 testing kits in response to county needs but have since decided to increase that amount yesterday bringing the amount spent to $24,000 of the $26,150 donated to […]
As May draws closer, and questions remain as to how long state-mandated shutdowns will remain in place, the town of Hillsdale provided a wealth of updates and resources for its residents per its newly scheduled Special Weekly Newsletter. Despite the spread of the coronavirus pandemic bringing the area a spring season that nobody anticipated, Hillsdale […]
To coincide with the coming Spring, each April we celebrate National Poetry Month here in the United States. Starting in 1996, and organized by the Academy of American Poets, National Poetry Month was introduced as a way to increase awareness and appreciation of poetry in the United States. The Academy of American Poets’ website, poets.org, […]
An old family photo, a jewelry trinket, a child’s first drawing, or a stunning piece of fine art. Our sense of sentimentality and the love we hold inside for the things we make or that bring us precious memories can make these pieces come alive with a great design. Whether you want to brighten a […]