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Today, we are learning more and more about the benefits of Vitamin D. Vitamin D “has been linked to bone health, muscle function, brain health, pregnancy, immune activity, cardiovascular health, and cancer.” Vitamin D is synthesized in the body from cholesterol following skin exposure to the sun’s UBV rays. It, technically, is not a true . . . → Read More: A Look at the Sunny Side: Benefits & Sources of Vitamin D 
People who have never owned pets might not be aware of the sense of wonder and well-being that stems from having a four-legged companion. My hope is that my words here will help you understand not only the benefits of owning a pet, but also help family members and other seniors consider the possibility of . . . → Read More: Pets Can Provide Much Needed Comfort & Companionship for Seniors 
Because I have a granddaughter who has just received her first cell phone, I became interested in learning more about the potential health risks associated with the use of cell phones and in spreading current information to promote the safer use of this new body “appendage.” According to the Environmental Working . . . → Read More: Why Making Wise Decisions for Safer Cell Phone Use Is Important 
Now that we have said good-bye to our damp, cold Spring, we can look forward to warmer Summertime activities. Whether you enjoy walking the beach, swimming, sailing, lawn games, tennis, or just “lounging around in the sun” with family and friends, food becomes part of the equation. Nature’s fresh air and sunshine nourishes our souls, . . . → Read More: Why Choose Grass-Fed Meat? Because If It’s In Their Feed, It’s In Our Food 
Before September came along, summer had been very dry and hot and a challenge for both flower and vegetable gardens. I am surprised how well some have fared. Despite the weather, the tomatoes in my straw bale garden have flourished, ripening beautifully and prolifically. Unfortunately, I was not the only one admiring my Straw . . . → Read More: Straw Bale Gardening August-September Update: Enjoy Your Tomatoes, No Matter What 
July has been doing her best to make up for a cool Spring. Keeping the plants in my straw bale garden fed and hydrated has been my main focus. Thank heavens for soaker hoses and the occasional rain shower or thunderstorm. As far as my straw bale gardening experiment is . . . → Read More: Straw Bale Gardening: Lessons Learned 
Spring took a long time coming this year, but we are finally into the “growing season” and the weather is warming up into more seasonal summer temperatures. So this is the time to make sure all your seeds and plants are “ready-set-(to) grow.” For the record, I started conditioning the straw bales on May . . . → Read More: Straw Bale Gardening: Is Your Garden Cooking, Yet? 
Have you ever heard of straw bale gardening? I happened upon it last spring when a neighbor built a beautiful (and quite time-consuming) raised vegetable bed. My back agreed with me that a raised vegetable garden would be a wonderful idea! My husband did not, and so began my search for a raised garden . . . → Read More: Now that Spring Is Finally Here: Did You Ever Wish You Had A Raised Garden Bed? 
We often associate ice, sleet, or snow with winter’s cold and water, but the reality is our body is composed of 66% water, and we need it to function at our best all year long—not just during summer’s hear. With Winter at our doorstep, remember these winter water “tips” to keep yourself healthier and . . . → Read More: Why Drink Water in Winter? 
Fall has shown her annual “color-works” display. The mornings are now getting cooler and the daylight hours shorter. Fall wardrobes are in full swing, and we’re busy stacking firewood. Halloween has passed and Thanksgiving and Christmas (never mind New Year’s and Valentine’s Day) are right around the corner. One of the ways we can help . . . → Read More: Five Reasons To Decrease Your Sugar Intake |
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