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Let’s Get Dirty! Why Kids Need Early Exposure to Microbes
Kids may be “too clean” these days. As parents worry about germs, illnesses, infections and keeping their little ones safe, they may unwittingly over-sterilize their children’s environments, which may not be good for their children’s long-term health.
There’s Always Hope: Leaving an Abusive Relationship
When talking about someone in an abusive relationship, many ask the question “why don’t they just leave?” For people who have never experienced abuse themselves, this solution makes sense. Unfortunately, the decision to leave an abuser is a lot more complicated than simply walking away.
Is 50 Still The Magic Age For Colonoscopies?
Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of death in the United States, and the risk of developing it is 1 in 20. Although colorectal cancer can be very deadly, it is also very preventable and treatable.
5 Reasons Why Self-Care is Critical for Caregivers
Caring for a loved one who is going through a serious illness can be a rewarding experience in many ways. Caregivers often enjoy giving back to someone who once cared for them, with many saying that the experience increases meaning and purpose in life. A survey by the National Opinion Research Center found that 83 percent of caregivers viewed the experience as positive.
Fitness and Aging: A Key to Better Health Later in Life
We all know that exercise is important. Among other things, it can stave off illnesses, reduce stress and help control weight. Whether we are 20 or 80 years old, we all have days, maybe weeks, and sometimes months, when we do not want to exercise.
Tech Gadgets
If you’re like me, you love this time of year. It’s the time that tech gadgets of yesteryear go on sale and the gadgets of tomorrow make their debut on store shelves.
Energy Efficient?
For many of us, it can be really confusing to try to compare gas power vs. electric power. Despite being expected to do the same type of work, each uses a different relative unit of measurement.
How to Handle Your Teen’s Many Moods
The teenage years are a turbulent, troubling time for adolescents all over the world.
Is There a Right Age for Your Child to Get a Cellphone?
Cellphones give families peace of mind. Members can easily contact one another in an emergency, and parents can better track their children’s’ whereabouts.
How to Overcome Challenges to Bring Blended Families Together
The Stepfamily Foundation states that 1,300 new stepfamilies form every day and that over 50 percent of U.S. families are remarried or re-coupled.
What is the Best Way to Talk with Kids About Tragic Events?
In today’s world, we are exposed to tragic events like never before. The same is true for kids.
Is it Better to Eat More Calories in the Morning?
Sleep, work and stress have a significant overall impact on our overall health.
The Real Story on Meal Replacement Shakes
For individuals trying to lose weight, or looking for a nutritious meal on the go, meal replacement shakes have long seemed the perfect solution.
10 Things to Know Before You Travel Alone
Traveling alone can seem daunting, or downright scary for some. But for those willing to go beyond their travel comfort zone, the rewards can be plenty.
How to Be a More Patient Person
Patience really is a virtue.