No matter your motivations, it’s never too late or too early to start focusing on your heart health, and taking steps now can make a big difference. Small changes, like following a healthier eating plan, can help you start down a path toward improved heart health. One step you can take is following the DASH […]
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Great Grandmother’s Dishes
The line to get in the landfill is getting long. Great grandmother’s dish sets are in demand. Get out the shovels. A lot of things are coming around again, but maybe not as expected. Easy to look around and conclude the obvious concerning thrifting. Thrifting is “in” now. Kitchen item quantity, availability and living conditions […]
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Health Resolutions Doctors Encourage You to Make Today
The New Year represents a fresh start and is the perfect time to invest in your health. However, you may be unsure what resolutions will have the biggest impact. Doctors say that the easy, tangible actions you take are some of the most important. “Many people kick off the start of each new year with […]
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Recipe for Heart-Healthy Turkey and Beef Meatballs with Whole-Wheat Spaghetti
Making small changes to focus on your health, like following a healthy eating plan, can make a big difference in protecting your heart. Developed by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is a flexible and balanced eating plan that helps create a heart-healthy eating style for life. It […]
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Testing for Osteoporosis: Assessing Your Risk for Bone Breaks
As people age, they become more likely to develop osteoporosis, a disease that occurs when bones lose density and mass. This can cause bones to be brittle, weak and easily broken. The good news is, if you’re at risk of osteoporosis, there are proactive measures you can take to monitor your bone health. Below, Dr. […]
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Tips for Winterizing Your Home
Winter and colder weather mean it’s time to think about winterizing to help keep your home and everyone in it safe and comfortable — no matter what Mother Nature throws at you. Winterizing your home can help you avoid frozen pipes, storm damage and excessive bills. Because people tend to spend more time indoors in […]
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How to Install Bathroom Tile Like a Pro
Updating the flooring can help infuse new life into tired, outdated bathrooms. For an upscale, polished look that doesn’t have to break the bank, consider installing tile flooring. Before you get started, you’ll want to make some decisions about the look and feel of your flooring: Ceramic or stone? Weigh factors such as how porous […]
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Three Product Labels that Help You Do Good While Shopping
Did you know your dollars have the power to support positive change? Spending your money in ways that align with your values makes a difference for yourself and the causes close to your heart, while staying within your budget. The new year is the ideal time to think about how you can make a difference, […]
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Beef Recipes for Your Holiday Menu
At this year’s holiday gatherings, you can put together a showstopping menu from the beginning of the party to the final bite with mouthwatering recipes that bring guests back for more. It all starts with beef, a versatile, beloved ingredient that can be used in appetizers, sides and main courses alike. Consider these holiday favorites […]