Thanks, Dad, we know how important you are
Fathers Day, June 21 Thanks, Dad, we know how important you are There’s more to being a dad than earning a living. According to researchers, meaningful…
Month: June 2023
It’s still tornado season: Review your safety procedures
With tornado season well under way, it’s important to know the chances that you’ll still have one this year. The frequency of tornados in June and…
Older beginners find fun on a golf course
Not everyone grew up on a golf course, but in your 50s and 60s, you can still take up this social, outdoor sport. Here’s some advice for late starters: *…
Summer solstice, June 21: Welcome the longest day
Thanks to daylight savings time, more of your waking hours will be in daylight on Wednesday, June 21. June 21 is the summer solstice, when northern climes…
Here’s what you can do about a painful jaw
About 10 million Americans suffer from pain in their jaw joints and muscles, called TMJ disorders. The accompanything jaw pain can interfere with sleep…
Why you should focus on core strength
Exercises that increase core strength are all the rage among everyone from top athletes to fitness buffs and people who just want their bodies to be…
Get some fitness bang for your buck with kettlebells
The kettlebell — a deceptively humble-looking hunk of iron with a thick handle — is one of the most versatile and portable fitness tools around,…
General Mills recalls flour over salmonella risk
General Mills is recalling some bags of Gold Medal flour after a sample tested positive for salmonella, according to USA Today. The recall, which affects…
Bilingualism may ward off dementia
A recent study published in the journal Neurobiology of Aging found that older adults who reported speaking at least two languages every day scored higher…
Study: French fries linked to depression
People who frequently consume fried foods, especially fried potatoes, are more likely to suffer from depression and anxiety than those who don’t consume…