New Studies Reveal Osteoporosis and Hardening of the Arteries are Linked

People with osteoporosis are more likely to exhibit hardening of the arteries in their blood vessels (atherosclerosis), and those with atherosclerosis are more likely to possess a lower bone mass (osteoporosis). In his article, “Brittle Bones and Hardened Arteries: The Hidden Link,” Dr. Julius Goepp said researchers have delineated the complex process by which the…

Plum Picking

It’s amazing how easily a small act can lead to so much excitement and good. Dynamite employees, along with employees from our sister company, Zamzows, and friends, had the opportunity to pick more than two tons of plums for the Idaho Food Bank, the Boise Rescue Mission, along with other local charities. Instead of being…

Chronic Health Problems May Point to Kidney Issues

More than 13 percent of Americans have kidney disease, according to the National Kidney Foundation. That number does not include all the people with weak, malfunctioning or low-functioning kidneys. Though there are no officially tracked percentages of pets that suffer from kidney disease, we know it is a health issue for them, too. Most animals…