Five things to know about blood cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance made in the liver that aids with critical functions like hormone production and digesting fat. But according to the…
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.
FDA warns consumers about fat-dissolving treatments
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about unapproved fat-dissolving injections that can cause scarring, infections, and other…
Early risers can thank the Neanderthals
Early risers may have inherited their habits from Neanderthal ancestors, according to a new study published in the journal Genome Biology and Evolution….
One key to a more active life: ‘unofficial exercise’
A brisk, half-hour walk is good, as are swimming or going to an exercise class. If you really can’t find time for official exercise, however, try…
February is Chili Month!
Black bean chili, a hearty winter dinner Dispel the myth. Chili is not a native Mexican dish and bears little resemblance to cuisine from the South…
Essential supplies for safe driving
As winter’s icy fingers tighten their grip on our roads, drivers must adapt and equip themselves for the challenge. Snow and ice can turn even the most…
Prioritize safety when using snow blowers
Snow blowers are much more convenient — and safer — than shoveling, but you have to use them correctly. Here are some tips: 1. Familiarize yourself with…
Stay safe while shoveling snow
Snow can be a conundrum. It’s dangerous and inconvenient to leave it on the front walk. You can’t leave it in the driveway if you have to go to work. But…
Don’t assume, insure: Why you need renter’s insurance
You might think that if a water pipe burst in your rental, the landlord would be responsible for fixing the pipe. You would be right. But many people also…
Foreclosure rescue scams target vulnerable
In the middle of a financial crisis, a scam may look like a solution — but it’s most certainly not. Foreclosure rescue scams typically target individuals…