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If you boost your daily activity, you will burn more calories. It's as simple as that. Here are some routine activities that most of us do every single day without even thinking about it, plus some easy ways to increase the number of calories your burn while doing those things. Simple ways to burn calories WITHOUT working out!
Read moreLooking for some money-saving healthy eating tips? Here's how to choose the right foods at the right time of year so you can save a lot of money on your groceries and still eat healthy!
Read moreWhether you call it hay fever, seasonal allergies, or allergic rhinitis, here are 2 things I've learned about treating seasonal allergies: (1) An allergy remedy that works great for Person A doesn't necessarily work for Person B and (2) Something that works well for you now may become less effective over time. Here are the OTC meds that I've found work best for seasonal allergies.
Read moreA few important facts about hangovers, followed by some of most popular myths about hangovers... Let's separate fact from fiction when it comes to hangover cures.
Read moreEver had to consider a sin cancer treatment plan? We have. After Jim was diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer, the next step was to decide on a surgeon in order to get those lymph nodes biopsied right away and determine whether cancer had spread or not. All of this happened rather quickly over the next 2 months. Here's what it was like for Jim (and me) and how things are today.
Read moreWomen & heart attacks - Did you know that heart disease is the #1 killer among women? Here are the warning signs of a heart attack for women. They are often different from the warning signs for men! Plus info about Wear Red Day which helps to raise awareness about heart disease in women.
Read moreIt's as easy as 1, 2, 3 to make a heating pad yourself. A microwavable heating pad is great to use whenever you need to apply some indirect heat for pain relief, comfort, or warmth. Follow these step-by-step directions to make your own heating pads and don't throw away the stray sock that shows up after you've thrown it's pair out!
Read moreSalt is difficult to avoid -- especially since manufacturers add it to most foods in the form of sodium chloride in order to “improve” the taste. However, by modifying your eating habits just a little bit, you can drastically reduce your salt intake! Here's how...
Read moreHere's a hard look at the real facts about antioxidants. We confront some of the more sensational claims concerning antioxidants so you can see the truth about how antioxidants work in the human body, their role in combating disease, and just how effective they really are as medicinal treatments.
Read moreEvery year millions of us try to lose weight, but we often don't succeed because the diet plans are too hard to follow, or we lose focus. So what does work? By listening to the latest scientific research, you might stand a better chance of succeeding. Try the following weight loss methods and you could lose weight more easily than you've ever done before.
Read moreThe precious nutrients from sugar cane are concentrated in blackstrap molasses. For optimal health, you should look for organic, unsulphured molasses. Some of the health benefits include: curing cancerous tumors, fibroid tumors, anxiety, constipation, edema, heart palpitations, anemia, arthritic pain, joint pain, acne, gray hair, and more!
Read moreGoji berries are one of the rising stars of the health community. More attention is being paid to the healing properties of this cranberry-like fruit than ever before. Given its status in Asia as a potential reason for extended life expectancies, it's no wonder that products containing Goji berries are arriving on the market each and every day. See why they're so great.
Read moreHere are some important points about CT scans that everyone needs to know. CT scan radiation is a serious issue. Here's when to say NO to a Cat Scan.
Read moreMy goal is to stage a fun, beachy photo just for use on this printed yoga mat. Mine will have 'writing in the sand' and a barefoot photo taken on one of our favorite beaches. What will your photo yoga mat have on it?
Read moreI have firsthand experience with Asperger's and the meltdowns, tantrums, and shutdowns that frequently result. My grandson has Asperger's. Here's how we ultimately learned to deal with and manage his anxiety and Asperger's meltdowns.
Read moreBe sure to take steps ahead of time so you can prevent the motion sickness altogether. That way, you won't have to worry about getting sick during your travels. Here's a collection of the absolute best tips for combating motion sickness!
Read moreFortunately, there aren't that many poisonous spiders in this part of the United States. That said, the hobo spider itself is fairly common. While not fatally poisonous, you still need to watch out for them and keep from being bitten if you can! Here's what you need to know about hobo spiders.
Read moreDust mites are present and hiding all throughout your home. The house may look clean, but the dust mites are in the air. About 80% of the flecks you see floating in a sunbeam streaming through the window are dead skin cells... and dust mites! Here's how to avoid dust mite allergy symptoms without spending a dime.
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