Of mice and cheese…
It seems like from the earliest days of our childhoods, we have known that mice like cheese. In fact, Western civilization, from the time of the Romans,…
Author: The Smart Reader Staff
Briefs and quick reads selected and edited by The Smart Reader's editorial team of Rick, Allyson, and Ryan Good.
Balance problems may lessen with tai chi
In some patients suffering from dizziness and balance disorders, tai chi exercise works when medications don’t, according to one study. It is estimated…
How to choose an umbrella
If April rains have you looking for an umbrella, consider your needs before you buy. Umbrellas come in two basic categories: telescopic and full-length….
One small economy that saves time and money
What is more useless than random socks of different colors and patterns? Here is tip for a small economy that saves a lot of headaches: Buy just one kind…
Inflation at the grocery store
If you shop for the family groceries, no one has to tell you food prices are rising. Eggs famously went from an average of $1.79 in December 2021 to $4.25…
Can molten sand batteries supercharge sustainable energy?
Renewable energy sources might be able to reduce energy costs, but storing energy remains a serious challenge. Better batteries could solve the energy…
Mystery solved: Why Roman concrete seems immortal
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. That’s also pretty good advice if you’re paving a driveway or building something out of concrete. Turns out, Roman…
A look at America’s trashed recycling
As Earth Day approaches, many folks are rightly wondering how they can improve their environmental footprint. Fact is, the Earth has finite resources, and…
What’s sapping your strength?
Doctors writing in Health magazine say these are common causes of feeling tired too much of the time: * Lack of sleep: Turn off the TV and get to bed on…
The gift you can grow
Here’s a fun project for a big garden: Grow pumpkins and give them away as Halloween gifts. By one recent count, 250 varieties are available to gardeners…