When people think of getting a prescription they usually picture a piece of paper with messy handwriting scrawled across the center and an eventual trip to the pharmacy. It turns out you can actually receive a reading prescription, full of...
Kale was/is all the rage right now. And I’m happy to endorse the fad. Because in truth, kale is an incredible addition to anyone’s diet. This dark green, purplish-red leafy vegetable has some amazing health benefits… the likes of which you...
I’m not really all that concerned about celebrity gossip. I could care less about what’s going on with the lives of the Kardashians or who’s dating who and all that jazz. But I do care when celebrities are interested in...
Hearing loss is certainly one of the more difficult aspects of aging to adjust to. As we get older, our bodies begin to wear out, and our sensitive ears are one of the most noticeable areas of failure we observe....
Over the past few years, you’ve probably noticed there are quite a few more “sweet potato offerings” out there. Whether that’s in grocery stores, fancy restaurants, or even in fast food establishments, sweet potatoes are all the rage (kind of like...
Here’s the thing. I know you know it’s summer. All you’ve got to do is take a look at the thermometer and you can tell the temps are high and the sun is shining brightly. And, here’s the thing about...
Osteoporosis continues to plague millions of Americans. The condition leaves many unable to move properly and exposes them to an increased risk of fractures and poor health. The good news is there are several new treatments being developed which might...
Here in North Carolina (and probably along much of the East Coast), once summer rolls around, you’ll see roadside signs advertising a “free-for-all” on berry picking. The hand-painted signs on pieces of plywood signify summer’s here, and it’s time to...
One of the most abundant summer crops in backyard gardens are green beans. Hanging from their stalks, these legumes have been bred intentionally to be both easily digestible (unlike other beans) and extremely palatable. Yes, grandmothers love making grandchildren eat...
