Have you been doing too much remodeling in the grime and dust? If you have, you're probably coughing up a storm or at least have an irritated throat, and are in need of some alleviation. Before you pick up the cough drops, check out this home remedy! For any home remedy, it's important to understand the mechanisms behind the symptom you're relieving. Taking our example above, coughing is all … [Read more...]
Upswing in Measles
Vaccinating your children is a sore subject for many parents. It seems that there's no middle ground, you're either REALLY for it or you're REALLY against it. Before now there's been little repercussions for those who choose not to vaccinate their kids, but the CDC says that it sees a rise in one disease that had all but disappeared from the U.S.A. before un-vaccinated kids became a trend. The … [Read more...]
Tablets Vs. Allergy Shots: What's Best For Hay Fever?
If you're like me, you can tell when things start blooming because your allergies start acting up. Itchy, swollen eyes, runny nose, plugged ears. The joys of allergies are endless. If you're a long time sufferer you've probably wondered what the difference between taking a tablet verses going in and getting allergy shots periodically. Well today WebMd helps us out. April 24, 2014 -- As many … [Read more...]
Does Your Pet Need Behavior Therapy?
Apparently most people who own a pet think their pets have behavior issues. Maybe you have thought of enrolling your pet in a training class or behavior therapy. But how do you know if you need it? One behavior specialist says that if your pet's behavior puts you or others in danger, then you should look up your local behavior specialist. WebMD.com has more: “Any time the safety or well-being … [Read more...]
I'll Do It Tomorrow: Why You Procrastinate
We all procrastinate on some level, some worse than others. WebMD has outlined in this article not only why we procrastinate but how we can fix it. WebMD.com By Paula Spencer Scott WebMD Feature Procrastination is a long word for this quick idea: later. It's telling yourself you'll do things "tomorrow" or "when I feel more like it." When is putting things off a problem? Everyone delays or … [Read more...]
Habits That Seriously Harm Your Relationship
In honor of Valentines Day, I thought I'd post a little something about relationships. I am by no means a relationship expert. Mr. Sthole and I have only been married for 10 years. But here are some things (from lifehack.org) that I have found to be true. lifehack.org 1. Nagging Too Much Many studies have pointed to nagging as being the number one factor that makes men dissatisfied with their … [Read more...]
Sneaky Tricks To Help You Eat Healthy
Whether it's a resolution or not, eating healthy is on everyone's mind. Sometimes we can set ourselves up for failure. Keeping junk in the house, is one that is obvious to some, but there are more ways than that to make our efforts harder. Here are some tips from houzz.com to make it easier to eat healthy and stick with fresh, delicious, home made foods. Houzz.com 1. Keep fresh herbs and … [Read more...]
The Nose Knows
Can your nose sniff out foods that are less fatty? A new study says, yes, yes it can. WebMD.com By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Jan. 24, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- How fatty is that food in front of you? Your nose knows, a new study suggests. The study, which found that people's sense of smell is adept at gauging foods' fat content, might have real-world uses. For example, it might … [Read more...]
List of Top Obese Groups of Workers
via WebMD.com By Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Jan. 16, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- Truck drivers, cleaning-service employees and mechanics are among the most obese groups of workers, new research contends. Not far behind are health-service workers and administrative and clerical personnel, the study out of Washington state found. The multiyear survey didn't draw a direct causal … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Use Turmeric
Following our lead from yesterday's post, we're going to explore another way to incorporate something new into your dishes. Turmeric is a popular spice in Indian dishes, but here in America about all we know it for is mustard (that's what turns it yellow). Recently though, studies have come out showing the health benefits of turmeric - so here are 7 ways to use that jar in your cupboard that you … [Read more...]
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