Stories for a healthier life
Stylish or functional, we love our bags. They’re trendy little—or not-so-little—ways to make us feel secure away from home, because they hold all that…
Matt Dawson is a master bicycle mechanic with 12 years of experience at The Cyclery and Fitness Center. He is the manager of The Cyclery and Fitness Center’s…
Breast milk, as most moms know, does much more than soothe a hungry tummy. Full of antibodies and nutrients perfect for an infant’s particular needs, it’s a…
Lipstick. Snacks. Toys. Eyeliner. Running shoes. Wallets full of change. Even laptops. You’d be amazed at the truckload of stuff a woman carries around in her…
Romantic comedies. Pedicures. Makeup. There are some things men think are for women only. Most they can ignore, but osteoporosis shouldn’t be one of them.…
Most people know about asthma, and the coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath that come with it. But in recent years, a new form of the condition has taken…
Rubber band balls and laser pointers are usually among a feline’s fiercest foes. But if a cat ventures past the front door, it can encounter a whole new set of…
If you’ve been putting off end-of-life planning, there’s no better time to get started. And if you’re looking to get a little greener, you’ve got plenty of…
Sunglasses put the finishing touch on your hot summer look. But as the weather warms and the sun draws nearer, keep in mind they’re equal parts accessory and…
No one likes to lose. Whether you’re a child or an adult, failing at anything can be painful. And it seems we’re now so afraid of failure, everyone gets a…
Fleas are a downright nuisance. And they bring serious health baggage when they nest on your pets. Many people turn to pesticides to rid their home of these…
For a while, Suzanne Locke thought she could find a simple solution for her dry, itchy eyes. Maybe it’s just allergies, she’d think. Or maybe she stared too…
Maybe you grew up in a meat-and-potatoes house, and think a vegetarian or vegan diet sounds like new-age nonsense. But research shows more seniors are getting…
Sarah Mowery is a righty. Her husband is a righty, too. But their 3-year-old daughter, Annabelle, acts like she’s going to be a lefty. “I think she’s going to…
Valentine’s Day is tough for unattached men, especially if your best bro is in a new relationship. No dude wants to feel like the third wheel while his friend…
One-third of all American adults take five or more prescription medications per day. Yet more than 60% of prescriptions are not taken properly, according to…
Ann Treacy’s mom was a hands-off parent. A divorcee from a privileged background, her mother didn’t have a job, and had a maid to take care of the family home…
Love is a many-splendored thing—or so they say. There may be no time of year better suited to marvel at the magnitude of one’s love than Valentine’s Day. But…
If you spend a lot of time connecting with friends and family on Facebook, you know the feeling. You log on to see one of your girlfriends “liked” the vacation…
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