For many years, I struggled not only to get to sleep, but to stay asleep. Turns out, I’m not alone. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, it’s estimated that sleep-related problems affect 50 to 70 million Americans. We purchase a new bed (which has helped some.) Added supportive pillows (which also helps with my […]
When our state first suggested self-isolation, I quickly found myself slipping into a more sedentary routine. Some of my weekly physical activity was directly related to my volunteer roles, hiking and running daily errands. Removing these daily activities left me with gaps to fill, seeking ways to add more movement throughout the day around our […]
Did you miss the chance to see ONWARD in movie theaters? With cinemas currently impacted by closures due to the global health crisis, Disney just offered the film ahead of schedule to purchase on digital platforms. Read on for more details and enhance your fun with the free ONWARD Memory Card Game and activity sheets […]
This post is sponsored by The National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA). All opinions are my own. For more inspiration during #FrozenFoodMonth, be sure to check out delicious ideas from NFRA at EasyHomeMeals.com #MFFM2020 Spring is one of my favorite seasons for so many reasons, including Easter and Mother’s Day brunches. I absolutely love […]
COVID-19 is a hot topic right now and short of scrubbing your hands thoroughly every chance you have, what else can you do? Boosting your immune system and reducing stress in your life (which also has a direct impact on the health of your immune system) is a great place to start. Between demands at […]
This weekend marked the second annual National Hemp Expo in Louisville, Kentucky and the burning question on many of the attendees minds – “is hemp farming for me?” After two days of seminars and exposition floor conversations, aspiring hemp farmers may find the answer to that question still a bit cloudy. Speakers and exhibitors painted […]
PLEASE NOTE: THIS ARTICLE IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING UPDATED. PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON FOR NEW INFORMATION. Honey has been known for thousands of years to be a healing agent as well as a foodstuff but what exactly is it and how can it be used? How effective is it? And is there a […]
Whether you grab them by the handful or sprinkle on salads, sunflower seeds contain a wealth of nutrients. The health benefits of sunflower seeds make them an ideal snack food. Sunflower seeds have a mild nutty flavor and their texture is firm but tender at the same time. They are high in calories, but if […]
The simple idea of recycling spent coffee back to the earth stimulates green thumbs. But, is it smart to put coffee grounds in your garden? Should you join the java jolt and compost your brew? Years ago Starbucks starting giving spent coffee grounds to local gardeners in Seattle on a first-come come, first-serve basis. The […]
