America’s pumpkin spice obsession
Pumpkin spice is a fixture of fall flavors in America, and the favorite blend has managed to invade nearly every aspect of food and beverage in recent…
Author: Rick Good
Rick Good spent ten years in the newspaper business, including with The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) and The Greenville News (Greenville, SC). He co-wrote, with Melinda Coleman, Rutledge to Riley: Governors of South Carolina, 1776–Present (Published by The Greenville News), and is the author of Mind Games Trivia #1 (Amazon). He has recently spent 15 years creating original trivia content through Sounds Good Mobile Entertainment and continues that with his new company, SGME Software. He edits The Smart Reader's money, real estate, and business coverage.
Healthy sugar intake for children
Parents concerned with the long-term health of their children should be more mindful of the amount of added sugar their children are eating on a daily…
Mouth health can be a sign of overall wellness
Taking care of your mouth health can also mean a healthier heart, according to WebMD. Many illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, respiratory disease,…
Alcohol’s affect on heart health
Alcohol can lead to severe risks to heart health, but there might also be some benefits for those that follow the recommended guidelines for moderation,…
Cilantro pesto with roasted cashews
Tucked into Mexican salsas and guacamoles is the fresh, citrusy flavor of cilantro, a favorite all over the world. A favorite, that is, except for a group…
The snooze button makes you sleepier
Just 10 more minutes of sleep seems perfect. Hit the snooze button and drop into dreamland. Problem is that your body restarts the sleep cycle, sending…
A nap before work for shift workers
To increase alertness, shift workers could consider a short nap before work. According to circadian.com, the nap should be no longer than 30 minutes….
Ways a spouse can help
Two key problems make shift work hard at home: Sleep and meals. Sleep is by far the most important, but it’s likely that one partner (and the kids) will…
How to stay healthy and sleep well working shifts
Stay healthy and sleep well working shifts Shift work can be hard on a body. From the social and family isolation of second shift (about 2 p.m. to 10…
When the kids can’t come up with a down payment, parents can share equity
Parents can help with a down payment on a house for the kids, while protecting their money, with a shared-equity mortgage. It’s not a common way to help…