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20 Uses for Apple Cider Vinegar Recently I was given the opportunity to try Swanson Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother. My first thought was…what is “with Mother”. To find out, I visited the website of Swanson Health Products. “The Mother” is a natural complex of friendly bacteria, proteins, enzymes, and fiber. It gives the vinegar a cloudy appearance, but that’s
I never imagined I would be writing a blog post about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), but as a recent sufferer, I wanted to let others know how to prevent them! Deep vein thrombosis is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, usually in a leg. The common symptoms of a DVT are pain and swelling in the affected
Halloween History Trick-or-treating has been popular in the United States and other countries for nearly 100 years. It is said that Halloween beliefs & customs were brought to North America by the earliest Irish Immigrants fleeing the famines of the first half of the 19th century. Modern day Halloween, with its merriment, costumes, parades and trick-or-treating, is a far cry from the ancient Celtic
10 ways to stay mentally sharp As we age, our mental sharpness ages right along with our physical bodies. Therefore, it’s important we exercise both our bodies and our brains. For some people, their bodies and minds see a gradual decline after retirement. This is because they aren’t using both in the same way. To keep healthy physically and mentally, we
Crafting…The Natural Antidepressant Research supports the idea that crafting – whether it be sewing, knitting, crocheting, coloring, or painting – is beneficial to us in a number of ways. Crafting is considered by many as a natural antidepressant and there are many good reasons for this belief. Crafting improves mind and brain wellness as it encourages: Stress relief Problem-solving Hand-eye coordination Spatial
Farmers markets are found in just about every city, and if not, there’s sure to be one close by. Farmers markets vary in terms of size and activities offered, but one thing they all have in common is fresh fruits and veggies! The farmers market in our town of Canton takes place on Sunday mornings from 9-1 pm. Our market
I know, it’s only August, but those lovely children of yours will be headed back to school before you know it. Some parents are cheering and others are feeling bummed. Either way, it will be here before you know it. So what are some tips for a successful back-to-school routine and when should you start? Those are both individually based
10 Inspirational Quotes to Supercharge Your Day We all have days when we need a little inspiration. One of my favorite things about Facebook is finding quotes that inspire me. When I come across phrases that mean something to me, I like to share them with others or save them in my Pinterest file called Words to Live By. Over
5 Simple Ways to Brighten Someone’s Day In this day and age, brightening someone’s day is so important! It doesn’t take much to make or change someone’s day. As Mahatma Gandi said, “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” 5 Simple Ways to Brighten Someone’s Day: Give someone a compliment – compliment their physical appearance
10 Natural Remedies for Depression People experience periods of sadness, loneliness, detachment, irritability, and other variations of moodiness at different points during their life. Depression occurs when these feelings become a consistent state of being rather than a passing mood. Signs of depression: Difficulty concentrating, remembering details, and making decisions Fatigue and decreased energy Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or helplessness
