I know that many of our readers at Smith Mountain Lake like to know about natural remedies that work. I know I am always interested in avoiding chemicals and their side effects whenever possible. From what I have heard and …
Aspartame Disguised As New Sweetener
I came across some news that is relevant to all at Smith Mountain Lake who are concerned about their health. The following is from Dr. Mercola’s Website. Aspartame producer Ajinomoto is launching a new initiative that will re-brand the sweetener …
Building Your Immune System
Our family shops at several different health food stores near Smith Mountain Lake for a variety of supplements. During the winter in particular we stock up on immune builders, which have been very effective at keeping our family from getting …
Winter Warmth…in the Hot-Tub
It may not seem like the best time to enjoy Smith Mountain Lake’s water activities in the dead of winter, but there are other ways to enjoy the water in cold weather. The article below brings up one of those …
Avoid These Foods If You’re in Pain
Many people at Smith Mountain Lake could benefit from the knowledge found in this article by Dr. Joseph Mercola on how to avoid making painful conditions such as Fibromyalgia, worse. The food we eat can make an amazing difference in …
Muesli in the Raw
Perhaps you have heard of the raw food craze that is catching the attention of many famous people and even some of your neighbors at Smith Mountain Lake. Raw foods are termed “living food” because they contain some of the …
Your Local Vitamin/Herb Shop
Did you know you can get high-quality vitamins and herbs right here at Smith Mountain Lake? I know many people who order online or travel to Roanoke and don’t realize that Vitazen, an alternative medicine store is just down the …
Urgent Health Care at the Lake
When you have a minor emergency at Smith Mountain Lake, where do you turn? We never expect the unexpected, but we should always know what to do when the need arises. I remember when my nephew was little and got …
Reverse Disease with C.H.I.P
A close friend of ours who lives near Smith Mountain Lake went for a doctor’s appointment earlier this year and found out the worst. His cholesterol and blood sugar levels were so high that the doctors wanted to admit him …
Eco-Friendly Foods in Moneta, Va.
There is a wonderful business right here in our Smith Mountain Lake community that many of us are unaware of. Everyone is aware however of the growing health concerns involving pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics used in the meat and poultry …