ARE YOU I N DANGER OF LOS I NG YOUR BALANCE? ON THE TIGHTROPE
Do you know why you get dizzy when you spin around, even if your eyes are closed? Our sense of balance has nothing to do with our sight but is instead controlled by a complex organ in our inner ear called the vestibular system. Full of nerve cells and fluid, the vestibular system tells our brain when we are laying down, sitting up, or moving around. Unfortunately, the vestibular system isn’t infallible. Our sense of balance can be compromised due to certain health conditions, medications, or problems with the inner ear or brain. People who suffer from balance disorders report feeling unsteady, woozy, nauseous, and an unexplained sensation of spinning or floating. Vertigo is one example of a balance disorder that causes a person to feel as if they are spinning on a merry-go-round even when standing perfectly still. Caused when calcium builds up in the inner ear, vertigo can often be cured after a brief appointment with an ENT doctor. But other balance disorders are more difficult to treat. At Advanced Nerve and Laser Center, we treat a number of patients who struggle to maintain their balance. In addition to numbness, muscle weakness, and pain, many people who suffer from neuropathy also face a severe loss of balance. If you have never struggled with balance issues, it’s easy to assume a balance
disorder is less pressing than physical pain, but the reality is that in certain situations, poor balance can pose a greater risk of negatively impacting your life.
Falling due to a balance disorder can result in serious physical injuries. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report 800,000 people are hospitalized due to a fall injury each year, and most suffer from a hip fracture or head wound. Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries, and falling once more than doubles your chances of falling again. Your sense of balance is a crucial part of your overall health and well-being. If you’re struggling to walk confidently or even stand up without feeling dizzy, call 940-202-1218. In countless cases, our treatment process has been successful in reducing pain, increasing balance, and improving overall quality of life. It may be able to help you too.
BALSAMIC CHICKEN W I TH BACON AND AP P L E S
SUDOKU
[Inspired by wholesomelicious.com]
With this one-pan wonder, you can complete an entire meal in under an hour. It tastes delicious and makes your kitchen smell heavenly.
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup rosemary, finely chopped 10 ounces Brussels sprouts, halved, stems removed 2 apples, cored, peeled, and coarsely chopped 6 slices bacon, cut into squares Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
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1 1/2 pounds chicken breast, cut into pieces 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
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1/2 cup olive oil Juice of 1/2 lemon
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
DIRECTIONS
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Blend balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon, rosemary, and garlic to create marinade. Pour into bowl or sealable bag and add chicken. Marinate for at least 5 minutes or up to 12 hours. The longer you marinate, the more flavorful the chicken will be.
apples on a baking sheet. Add chicken and pour any extra marinade over the top. Season with salt and pepper. 3. Bake 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked through. For extra crunchiness, turn the heat up to 425 F for the last 5 minutes. 4. Transfer to platter and serve immediately.
2. Heat oven to 375 F. Spread Brussels sprouts, bacon, and
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