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I’m going to solve your winter allergy issues:

30 Monday Nov 2015

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First, let’s deal with your Christmas tree. Research shows that ONE IN TEN people have an allergic reaction to a substance found in Evergreen sap. And millions more get stuffy from the natural pollens on Christmas tree branches! So before you drag that new tree into your house, spritz it down with your garden hose. Then make sure the room you put it in is well ventilated. Research shows that opening windows and circulating fresh air for at least 10 minutes a day, will cut your allergy flare-ups in HALF.

Next, let’s deal with your eye-watering Christmas decorations. Chances are if you’ve had them in storage for a year, they’re covered with a thin layer of dust, pet dander, and mold spores.

So wrap the ornaments in a plastic bag and stick them in the freezer for about five hours. That’ll kill off 100% of the dust mites.

Here’s one last culprit of the winter sniffles:
Scented candles, incense and dirty chimneys are the worst indoor pollutants. That can be as dangerous as second-hand smoke! So use electric candles that you plug in instead of light up. And get your chimney and fireplace cleaned by a professional.

Now that Thanksgiving is over, you may feel the need to start walking more…

27 Friday Nov 2015

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But, are you going to use a pedometer to keep track of your steps? Then know this: Your gadget may not be accurate!

Researchers at the University of Tennessee tested popular brands of pedometers – and found that some of them were off by up as much as 33%…Which means, if you walked 10,000 steps – in reality it could be closer to 6,000.

To find out how precise your step-counter is, take 20 steps at a normal walking pace, then check the display. If it’s off by more than 3 steps, it’s inaccurate. But don’t just toss it! Make sure you have it positioned correctly. Most pedometers have to remain upright to work properly.

Happy Thanksgiving

26 Thursday Nov 2015

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May you all have a wonderful and Happy Thanksgiving with your loved ones.

Before you dig into that Thanksgiving spread, take time to think about what’s in front of you.

25 Wednesday Nov 2015

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Here’s an eating guide:

First: The bird. If you’re preparing the turkey, don’t buy the “self-basting” kind, which is injected with a solution that’s supposed to help “improve” the flavor and juiciness of the meat. Those turkeys have nearly twice the fat and salt as the old-fashioned kind.

Next: Cranberry sauce. Cranberries are high in vitamin C and tannins, the heart-healthy compounds also found in red wine.

Finally: Sweet potatoes. One potato has nearly zero fat and only 120 calories – not bad at all. Sweet potatoes also contain an antioxidant that fights cancer, and reduces the risk of asthma and rheumatoid arthritis. Just don’t top yours with a million mini-marshmallows!

Finally, watch out for gravy, which is basically salty, flavored fat.

Reasons to Give Thanks…

24 Tuesday Nov 2015

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Thanksgiving is almost here. So, what are the benefits of giving thanks?

First: Giving thanks improves your physical health. People who keep gratitude journals tend to exercise an average of 33% MORE each week, and sleep 30 minutes more each night…That’s the word from psychology professor Dr. Robert Emmons. He says people who keep these journals also report more energy and vitality. The theory is that people who are aware of the blessings they already have in their lives don’t take their health for granted. They want to maintain their health and improve it. They’re also better at managing stress, which improves their health.

And another reason to GIVE THANKS: It helps you cope with trauma. Painful memories are less likely to surface for people who are grateful – and they’re less intense when they do. Because if you’re focused on what’s good in your life right now, you’re better able to deal with negative emotions from your past.

Which is dirtier: your tub or the toilet?

23 Monday Nov 2015

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Studies show that the average tub contains more bacteria than a toilet! And in one study, researchers found staph bacteria, a common cause of serious skin infections, in 26% of bathtubs tested! That was compared to just 6% of garbage cans! Bathtubs also have 10 times the bacteria in a dog’s food bowl! So, at least once a week, spray your tub with disinfecting cleaner, scrub, and rinse.

Should you take your leftovers with you or leave them behind?

20 Friday Nov 2015

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Let’s say you went out to dinner and a movie…But you left your doggie bag from dinner in the car. Well, toss those leftovers in the trash when you get home! Your risk of a food-borne illness starts rising once food has been out more than 2 hours. And if the movie is 90-minutes – add in 15 minutes of previews – and the time it took for you to get from the restaurant to the movie theater…And then from the movie theater back home. All-in-all, the leftovers in your car have been sitting for more than 3 hours. Hello, food poisoning!

If you go straight home after dinner, your leftovers are fine. If not, don’t bother asking for a doggie bag.

Do people ever sneeze in their sleep?

19 Thursday Nov 2015

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The answer is “NO.” According to neurobiologist Dr. Richard Wassersug, sneezing occurs when something irritates the nerve endings inside your nostrils. The nerves then send a message to your brain, which triggers a sneeze to eject the irritant. But if you’re asleep, your brain is relaxed…And the neurons that trigger a sneeze are turned off. However, Dr. Wassersug says if you happen to inhale something strong while you’re asleep – like a nose full of pepper, for example – your natural reaction will be to wake up first…and THEN sneeze.

Here’s why you should always make your bed.

18 Wednesday Nov 2015

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The simple act of making your bed in the morning can set you up for a better day. That’s according to happiness researcher Gretchen Rubin. She says it starts your day with a tiny – but real – accomplishment. And in a huge survey, 72% of bed-makers described themselves as happy, compared with only 62% of non-bed-makers. So, start your day with a win – make your bed.

Did you know that nutmeg fights stress?

17 Tuesday Nov 2015

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Sprinkle some nutmeg in your coffee, hot chocolate, oatmeal or eggnog. It’s the perfect antidote to holiday stress! That’s because nutmeg is loaded with anxiety relievers like calcium and vitamin C. Plus it contains a compound called myristicin – which mimics the effects of antidepressants.

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