As the holidays are upon us and stress levels are rising, so are the chances of contracting a cold or virus. Increased stressors related to the holidays, amplified by added exposure to illness caused by seasonal travel, as well as being pulled in many directions with added celebration obligations — can all lead to a […]
We are more susceptible to colds and flu when the weather grows cold. Your grandmother would say that it is because you don’t wear your coat outside whereas some believe that vitamin C in larger doses during the winter months especially can help combat colds, but, does it really help? It has always been a […]
You may think you can slather on face creams with reckless abandon. After all, if a little helps a lot, then a lot must help more, right? Whether you’re trying to smooth out wrinkles, protect from sunlight, cover up blemishes, or something else, it makes sense to use lots, and to mix many different types. […]
Let’s face it – it’s more fun to spend time with friends or family than to spend time at the doctor’s office getting a preventative health test. Sometimes you might feel that test just doesn’t fit into your schedule. However, here are a few tests that not only don’t take much time, they can also […]
Cellulite refers to dimpled flesh that usually occurs on the thighs, buttocks, arms or belly. It is caused by fat and water deposits that burst through the connective tissue causing the uneven, cottage cheese like texture of the skin. Besides fat and excess water retention, the build-up of toxins is also considered a major reason […]
I remember as a kid when my Aunt Grace would put some Epsom Salts in a dish pan, add really warm water and soak her feet because they hurt. So, to me, that’s what Epsom Salts was all about – a remedy for painful joints in old folks. Little did I know! Times have changed […]
It seems that the “high cost” of have a baby is emphasized a lot these days. But you can do so much to offset the cost, and one of the most effective means of saving money is to make many baby goods yourself. And, it may surprise you how easy it is to become a […]
As we age, skin wrinkles are simply a fact of life. Many of us are very concerned about the look of our skin, but there is little we can do to deter the effects that aging has on it. When they show up early around the eyes, cheeks and forehead, it is often because of […]
Each of us seeks to find something new which will take us to the next level in our lives. As humans, we constantly need something to believe in, have faith in, and have hope for. It could be from the simplest pleasures of having a good day to the beginning of a new relationship, good […]
No baking required for this easy Halloween treat that the kids will love to prepare. Supplies Needed: Oreo cookies for the body Thin licorice, cut in short pieces, for the legs Colored candies for eyes Icing to keep things together Step 1: Add the Legs Open the Oreo cookie and carefully place the licorice to […]
