First and foremost, congratulations on your pregnancy. As you start this journey of carrying a fetus to term and being able to hold your bundle of joy in your arms in a matter of months, it is important that you protect your growing baby at all costs. One of the saddest but true facts is that Zika … [Read more...] about Zika Virus and Pregnancy: What are the Prevention Measures and Warning Signs
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Tips for Weight Loss at Any Age
Weight can gradually pile up after years of being sedentary and eating food high in fat and cholesterol. While gaining weight is easy, losing weight is much more of a challenge. Weight control is an important aspect of everyone’s lives because excess weight can lead to serious illness. Too much … [Read more...] about Tips for Weight Loss at Any Age
25 Sick Child Boredom Busters
Like most parents...I had to deal with having a sick child home from school more times than I count. After day one...children often get bored and at times can mis-behave even when they're sick! One of things I learned over the years is to plan ahead for those sick days at home. I went out and … [Read more...] about 25 Sick Child Boredom Busters
NMEDA Can Help Disabled People Get onto the Road Again
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association. All opinions are 100% mine. Nine years ago my grandmother became 100% disabled after a fall which fractured her back in four places. Once she recovered from her injury...she was confined to a … [Read more...] about NMEDA Can Help Disabled People Get onto the Road Again
How to Breathe Easier During the Summer Months
When it is summer, everything heats up outdoors. Most of us head indoors, shut the windows, and crank up the air conditioner. That beautifully chill oasis we create is not the best thing for our health. Indoor air pollution increases when we close up the house, and air begins to circulate. That is … [Read more...] about How to Breathe Easier During the Summer Months
Is Your Home Truly House Healthy?
People often wonder what they can do to make their houses healthier and more energy efficient. Though it might not be immediately apparent, there are many things a homeowner can do to improve in these vital areas. Among them are upgrading your attic insulation (or getting insulation in the first … [Read more...] about Is Your Home Truly House Healthy?
Stay on Track with a December Fitness Routine
Image Courtesy of FreeImages.com Oh, December. The month that brings us friends, holidays, and fun also brings us food, cold, and a reluctance to work out. Although it can be difficult to coax yourself into workout mode when the temperature drops, you’ll feel much better about your health after the … [Read more...] about Stay on Track with a December Fitness Routine
HEPA Filters Can Help to Improve Your Family’s Health
HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filters are special filters that meet strict standards for capturing irritants, eliminating them from the air in your home. Using HEPA filters in your home's forced-air furnace or air conditioning unit is particularly useful because they help fight allergies, … [Read more...] about HEPA Filters Can Help to Improve Your Family’s Health