New Year Traditions to Give You Luck!

New Year Traditions to Give You Luck!

Most of us would appreciate a lot of good luck any time of the year. Some cultures believe that certain foods start the year off in the right direction. Beans, round foods and noodles seem to be high on the list, as well as lucky desserts! Now who wouldn’t feel lucky to enjoy the best […]

The Scents of the Season

The Scents of the Season

December seems to be the best smelling season of all! The variety of spices and flavors make us fell warm and loved. Walk into a friend or relative’s home and the scents transport us into times of enjoyable experiences, places and memories.  And all of these spices are healthy for us.  Well of course most […]

Energy Efficient Windows Have Many Benefits

Energy Efficient Windows Have Many Benefits

There is a growing demand from homeowners to achieve environmental comfort. Especially having a home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. I have natural solar heating as the living spaces in my home are facing south. However, it is very hot inside in the summer. And it is quite cold in the […]

Strength Training Can Burn Fat

Strength Training Can Burn Fat

Loss of muscle mass, particularly of fast-twitch or Type II fibers that accompany advanced age, is associated with muscle weakness, increased fatigue, and a loss of functional independency. Reduced muscle strength in older people has been associated with both muscle atrophy and reduced ability to rapidly produce force, which may increase the risk of falling. […]

Saving Energy at Home

Saving Energy at Home

If your house is all electric, like mine, you might want to look for ways to cut the costs you pay for energy uses. Using the  oven and stove are two big ones along with heating. Ovens and stoves are the most common ways to make our meals and baking, while not as power-hungry as […]

Lifestyle Factors Can Contribute to Breast Cancers

Lifestyle Factors Can Contribute to Breast Cancers

Early detections of any cancer can greatly increase the rate of survival. Prevention is the number one method to avoid developing any types of disease. Studies continue to look at whether certain levels of physical activity, losing weight, or eating certain foods, groups of foods, or types of diets might help lower breast cancer and […]