The question came from my friend Barbara: “Did I ever tell you about the crazy thing Camilla did at the college party?” I took a moment to think before answering. Considering that it was Barbara to laugh When she said…
We have a professional tea for using jojoba oil according to the type of hair. Jojoba oil is a must for moisturizing shampoos and skin care products. Slippery oil is squeezed from the seeds of the jojoba plant. These plants…
“Just Click” This is one of the most popular tips in the health world. Push through fatigue. Push through the discomfort. Get over the tough days and keep going. For many people, persistence is considered a badge of honor. We…
Being left-handed is more than a bummer. Research shows that it affects not only how we use our bodies, but also our minds. Theoretically, the chance of being left-handed or right-handed is 50-50, but the actual number of left-handers is…
MONDAY, March 16, 2026 (NewsDay News) — A clinical practice guideline published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, in collaboration with the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, provides recommendations for the diagnosis and management of weight…
Many people find planks too dull or too easy. With other effective core exercises of choice, planks are often thrown into the gym trash. Besides increasing the hold time, it is difficult to progress without tying yourself in knots. To…
Pesticides have helped many farmers, gardeners and homeowners to prevent pests from destroying crops, gardens and fields. But pesticides are also harmful to humans and pets because they are poisonous. Fortunately, there are clear and simple ways to help you…
What is the recommended diet for treating irritable bowel syndrome? What foods and nutrients can strengthen the integrity of our intestinal barrier? Our gut is the biggest barrier between us and the environment. More than what we touch or breathe,…
Alison Alden, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist at the Anxiety Treatment Center of Greater Chicago. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for both children and adults and enjoys working with patients with all anxiety, obsessive-compulsive spectrum and mood disorders.…
Are all stepparents the same? Are all stepparent relationships the same? A few years ago, we asked 49 young adult stepchildren to tell us about their relationships with their parents—what the relationship was like when they met, and whether the…
