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Greyhounds Going Home
August 1st, 2012Greyhounds are loveable companion pets. However, every year, thousands of greyhounds are bred for the 27 remaining racetracks in the US. The dogs are intentionally over-bred so that there are always new dogs to replace aging and underperforming greyhounds.
What's on Our Reading List
June 1st, 2012>> The Dairy-Free & Gluten-Free Kitchen (Ten Speed Press, 2012) by Denise Jardine
Check out these new, fascinating reads.Give the Birds a Home Away From Home
June 1st, 2012Many people find listening to the calls of songbirds or watching blue jays and cardinals treat themselves to a birdbath relaxing. Even sitting on park bench and throwing crumbs of leftover food has brought joy to many. While feeding birds is considered an American industry these days, there are steps to take in order to get the most out of your bird-watching hobby.
The joys of bird-watching.
Helpful Hair-Care Tips
June 1st, 2012The condition of your hair is often a reflection of overall health. To boost the health of your hair (and your entire body), here are a few tips provided by Dr. Jeff Donovan, board-certified dermatologist and hair restoration physician with Hair Club Medical Group:
Left or Right?
June 1st, 2012The difference between right- and left-handedness has always been something of a puzzle. However, Daniel M. Abrams, PhD, and his graduate student, Mark J. Panaggio, believe a person’s dominant hand is related to social behavior.
Dominant hands and social behavior.Lyme Disease Co-Infection
June 1st, 2012Did you know that a co-infection of Lyme disease can be passed to humans from companion animals? Bartonella, a type of bacteria, can be transmitted through a bite from an infected animal or through insects such as flies, fleas, lice, and keds. Common animal hosts of Lyme Disease and Baronella are cats, dogs, wild pigs, cattle, squirrels, mice, and rats.
Grapefruit Consumption Associated With Lower Body Weight
June 1st, 2012Trying to lose weight? Grapefruit may help you reach your goal. Researchers analyzed data from the 2003 to 2008 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) and found that women age 19 and older who consume grapefruit tend to have significantly greater intake of key nutrients, higher HDL-cholesterol, and a lower body weight than women who do not eat grapefruit.
Organic vs. Conventional Agriculture--Which is Better?
June 1st, 2012Can organic agriculture feed the world? A new study published in Nature concludes that organic crop yields are generally lower than conventional agriculture. This is particularly true for cereals, which are staples of the human diet. However, the yield gap is much less significant for other crops, such as soybeans and fruits.
Take a Summer Break
June 1st, 2012Now that summer is in full swing, it’s time to plan a much-needed vacation. It doesn’t matter if your vacation includes boots, tents, and backpacks, or flats, swimsuits, and beach bags … there’s fun for everyone somewhere.
Vacation boosts your mind and health.Spring Greening
April 1st, 2012While temperatures slowly begin to rise and the snow has melted away, for many people, it’s time to start planning this year’s garden. And really, is it ever too early to begin planning for an abundant harvest? Whether you view gardening as a necessity for healthy, sustainable food, or as a pleasant past-time activity, gardening truly is for anyone and everyone!
The many benefits of gardening.
