Jeannie Hutton has a message for those intent on carrying out a  New Year’s resolution to shape up: Take it easy on yourself.

In her clinical psychology practice, Joan “Joni” Dittrich, Ph.D., often counsels people about weight and eating issues. In her yoga instruction, Dittrich stresses the alignment of body, mind and spirit.

January is renewal month, and Steve Andrews, director of marketing at Villagio Inn & Spa in Yountville, said his staff have been at work on “guilt-free and fat- free” treatments to get a new year off to an invigorating start.

If you thought housecalls were a thing of the past, think again. Dr. Cameron Parrett is a 21st century circuit rider, illuminating the lives of elderly patients unable to drive, walk or even get out of bed.

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