الأحد، 30 أبريل 2017
This Sweet Story Brings Life to the Phrase ‘Stop and Smell the Roses’
We had threatened to do it for years. We would pack a car with cold chicken and flip-flops and drive south like we used to, till the Alabama foothills faded into souvenir shops,
This Mom Refuses to Teach Her Kids to Share—and Her Explanation Is Going Viral
Learning to share, even when it’s hard, is a basic skill to teach your children, right? One mom thinks otherwise, and the Internet is going crazy over it. When Alanya Kolberg of Springfield, Missouri,
If You Find Offensive Jokes Funny, Science Thinks You’re Insecure
Jokes are supposed to be funny—they’re meant to tickle us, and make us smirk and giggle. They shouldn’t be overtly offensive or demean a subsection of society, be it women, homosexuals, or any
Can Two People Make Themselves Fall in Love with Each Other?
More than 20 years ago, the psychologist Arthur Aron succeeded in making two strangers fall in love in his laboratory. Two summers ago, I applied his technique in my own life, which is how
40+ Hilarious Things People Actually Believed as Kids
I believed that if I ate a watermelon seed, a watermelon would grow in my stomach. –Michelle Bradbury from Reader's Digest http://ift.tt/2lQ99un
Should You Join a Clinical Trial? One Woman Did, and She’s Now Cancer-Free
When Beverley Sewell, 54, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer in April 2014, she was determined to get rid of it for good. Even though her tumor had been caught early,
How to Recycle or Donate Your Outdated Tech Devices
In today’s lightning-fast tech-times, your brand-new device is practically obsolete before you finish removing the packaging. That speed of turnover makes for mountains “outdated” components collecting dust in your drawers and closets. And
Think Twice Before Flying with Your Pet. Here’s Why.
You might still be wiping away the tears after hearing about the 3-foot-long, 10-month old bunny that passed away in cargo, while waiting for a connecting United Airlines flight in Chicago. Even if
How Magnesium Can Help You Sleep
Many people have trouble sleeping, and breaking the cycle of insomnia can be hard. You can try changing your sleep routine and curbing your caffeine intake, but sometimes these lifestyle interventions fall short. Supplements
How Detroit’s Police Department Lost Almost 1,000 Pounds
Forget about the stereotypical image of a doughnut-eating cop; in the Motor City it has become totally outdated, thanks to the 61-Day Challenge, a partnership between the Detroit Medical Center (DMC) and the Detroit
السبت، 29 أبريل 2017
The #1 Anti-Aging Concern for Every Ethnicity
For caucasians, it’s wrinkles and age spots “My caucasian patients tend to commonly present in their early 30s with wrinkles—particularly around the eyes or glabella (between the eyebrows),” says board certified dermatologist Manjula Jegasothy,
9 Things Women Wish Men Would Stop Posting on Social Media
Post workout shirtless pictures We get it! You go to the gym. Believe it or not, we can tell by looking at a photo of you with a shirt on. Only post about the
The 9 Secrets to Staying Sane a Month Before Your Wedding
I’m looking at the big picture Keeping perspective on my impending wedding may be easier for me since I live with chronic migraines, so one of my biggest hopes is just to be healthy
10 Vow Renewal Dos and Don’ts Everyone Needs to Follow
Do consider a vow renewal if you want to honor a special time in your marriage Maybe your marriage has survived some challenges and you’ve come out on the other side a stronger couple.
The Most Scenic Train Rides Across America
Rail love There’s something magical about riding trains and experiencing the mountains, prairies, deserts, even the big cities, from the comfort of a railcar. It’s no wonder Americans have a love affair with train
How to Choose the Best Lipstick for Your Skin Tone
How to determine your skin tone Skin shades are typically broken down by fair, medium, olive, and deep; the key part is to determine whether your undertone is warm or cool. “This will make
Does Too Much Turmeric Have Side Effects?
Turmeric is a popular yellow spice originating from southern Asia. It’s an essential ingredient in many Indian dishes. It’s also consumed for its health benefits. Supplements of turmeric, or curcumin — its main active
8 Incredible True Stories That Prove Good Karma Is Real
Ring of good deeds As Sarah Darling of Kansas City, Missouri, dropped some change in a homeless man’s cup, she didn’t realize her engagement ring fell in too. When Billy Ray Harris, the man
12 Songs That Are Guaranteed to Get Everyone Dancing at Your Wedding
“Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You” by Lauryn Hill “It’s the perfect song for warming up the dance floor during dinner or cocktail hour,” shares veteran wedding DJ Petey Randall of Queue DJ.
13 Critical Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Taking Pain Meds
What triggers my pain symptoms? If your pain isn’t coming from an obvious source—a sore neck from a car accident, say, or broken leg from a skiing snafu—try pinpoint the trouble by keeping a
I Do a Mud Run Every Year—and You Should Too
The first time Brad Vaccaro, 43, participated in a mud run, he was as a spectator. His girlfriend, Danielle Irish, 32, was running a New York State Warrior Dash, a worldwide racing series
الجمعة، 28 أبريل 2017
9 Best Drugstore Acne Treatments That Really Work, According to Top Dermatologists
Differin .1 Gel “The Differin .1 Gel is a wonderful, new drugstore acne medication,” says Samer Jaber, MD of Washington Square Dermatology in New York City. “It was available by prescription for over 20 years,
13 Classic Shows You Didn’t Know You Could Watch on Netflix
The Twilight Zone (4 seasons) The only genre scarier than horror is psychological thriller—and The Twilight Zone covers both. The vintage episodes may not qualify as the scariest movies of all time, but they
6 Fun Water Games to Play When It’s Scorching Hot Outside
Create a DIY slip ‘n’ slide While swimming pools and sprinklers are great, every kid knows that slip ‘n’ slides are where it’s at. Go low budget and use a plastic tarp, a garden
What Really Happens During Turbulence? A Pilot Weighs In
Forget what you’ll pack in your checked bag. If you’re an anxious flyer, you’re far more concerned about how you’re going to make it from point A to point B without completely freaking
“Cancer Cures” Are All Over the Internet—and the FDA Isn’t Happy About It
Bogus come-ons pop up online all the time, but there’s a world of difference between offering a free cookware set or a face lift in a bottle—and promising a “cure” for cancer. At least according
Put Down the Cereal: Surprising (But Healthy) Breakfast Ideas from Around the World
Japan Japanese cuisine’s heavy emphasis on soy, fish, and sea vegetables, provides a solid foundation of nutrition, starting with the morning meal. “Traditional Japanese breakfasts consist of rice, vegetables, seaweeds, soy products, eggs, and
The Science Is In: Screen Time for Your Kids Really Isn’t That Bad
Playing endless games of hide and seek with your toddler can get tiring very quickly. And sometimes parents need a break from pretending to not know the very obvious spot there child is
May 1-5 is Air Quality Awareness Week. Is Your Air Safe?
Are you interested in learning more about how air quality can impact your health? Then Air Quality Awareness Week is your chance. Starting on May 1 and concluding May 5, the theme for this
New York Launches Its First Girl Scout Troop for Homeless Girls
Giselle Burgess knew moving into a homeless shelter with her five kids would be tough for her family. For security reasons, kids can’t hang out in each other’s rooms or in the hallway,
I Tried Lasers for Melasma—and Here’s What Happened
I had my first child when I was 24, when just about everything in my body was running like clockwork and my skin held up perfectly to all the normal trials of hormonal
6 Foods That Are High in Lectins
Lectins are a type of protein found in all forms of life, including the food you eat. In small amounts, they may provide several health benefits. However, larger amounts can reduce your body’s ability
الخميس، 27 أبريل 2017
This Is How Much Money It Costs You to Sit in Traffic
Ever sulk in traffic during your morning commute and wonder—during all time that you’re basically just sitting there—how many hours and how much cash you’re truly wasting? And beyond that, how much your collective
If Any of These Things Are in Your Attic, You’re Sitting on a Gold Mine
Grandma’s favorite painting Art isn’t always in the eye of beholder when it comes to spotting something of value. When Linda Magnusson, ASA PP; Antiques & Decorative Art of the Magnusson Group in Morristown,