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Would You Pass the US Citizenship Test?

Would You Pass the US Citizenship Test?

June 17, 2014

Among the hurdles that US citizenship applicants must clear is a test on American history and government. The test consists…

Smelly Garbage Can Fix

Smelly Garbage Can Fix

June 17, 2014

"Take out the garbage!" How often do you hear or say those words in your household? Why is it such…

Sauna Health Benefits Equal to Exercise
Exercise & Fitness

Sauna Health Benefits Equal to Exercise

Walter J. Crinnion, ND | June 16, 2014

Saunas and Steam Good for Heart, Chronic Pain, Depression and More We know that "working up a sweat" is healthy…

Self-Compassion: How to Regain Faith In Yourself

Self-Compassion: How to Regain Faith In Yourself

Kristin Neff, PhD | June 16, 2014

Think of the last time you screwed something up. If you’re like many people, your inner critic scolded, You’re stupid,…

Mangosteen, Longan Berry and Other Healthy Tropical Fruits

Mangosteen, Longan Berry and Other Healthy Tropical Fruits

Lona Sandon, MEd, RD, LD | June 16, 2014

Add Variety to Your Diet with Tropical Fruits There’s something about the tropical climate that grows foods that are especially…

Carambola, Cherimoya, and Other Healthy Fruits You Really Ought to Try

Carambola, Cherimoya, and Other Healthy Fruits You Really Ought to Try

Steven V. Joyal, MD | June 16, 2014

Are you feeling like you're in a fruit rut—apples and blueberries are getting boring? So now that summer is upon…

Grilled Watermelon? Grilled Pound Cake? 5 Foods You Might Never Think to Grill

Grilled Watermelon? Grilled Pound Cake? 5 Foods You Might Never Think to Grill

Linda Gassenheimer | June 16, 2014

Don’t limit yourself to grilling just meat. Grilling gives a caramelized, smoky flavor to all sorts of foods. Grill over…

Dark Under-Eye Circles

Dark Under-Eye Circles

June 16, 2014

If you had a night of too much alcohol and not enough sleep, you might wake up with dark circles…

Home Cure for Razor Burn

Home Cure for Razor Burn

June 13, 2014

Hey, you men! Get yourselves ready for all those extra Father's Day hugs and kisses with a nice close shave.…

Why Are Contracts So Complex?
Legal

Why Are Contracts So Complex?

Alan Siegel | June 12, 2014

Have you looked at a contract lately—whether it’s from a bank or an insurer or a car-rental company? Easy to…

Save $$$ on a Wedding
Money Savers

Save $$$ on a Wedding

Alan and Denise Fields | June 12, 2014

And Still Wow Your Guests If you are planning a wedding, you want it to be wonderful—but is it possible…

Simple Steps to Learn Meditation

Simple Steps to Learn Meditation

Mark Coleman | June 12, 2014

Whether you need to lower your blood pressure, decrease tension and anxiety, enhance your immune system or build your self-confidence,…

Optical Illusion Explains How Alcohol Impairs Vision

Optical Illusion Explains How Alcohol Impairs Vision

Kevin Johnston, PhD | June 12, 2014

You know that driving after drinking is dumb and potentially deadly—even if you aren't legally drunk—because alcohol messes up coordination,…

Keep Your Thermos Fresh

Keep Your Thermos Fresh

June 12, 2014

If you use your thermos or commuter mug only occasionally—say, when you oversleep and don't have time to drink your…

The Power of a Personal Mantra

The Power of a Personal Mantra

Ronald Alexander, PhD | June 11, 2014

The benefits of meditation are well-known. But what if you're someone who can't keep your mind and body still long enough…