Natural Solutions
Shape Up With Mushroom "Swapability"
March 2nd, 2012Three Simple Steps to a Healthy Plate
March is National Nutrition Month, the perfect time to "get your plate in shape" with mushrooms. Elizabeth Ward, registered dietitian, mother of three and author of MyPlate for Moms: How to Feed Yourself & Your Family Better, uses a combination of mushrooms and meat in her recipes to bring another serving of vegetables to the plate, add volume to meals and extend portions.
National Survey Unveils How Moms Survive a Sick Day
March 2nd, 2012Survey finds American moms use tea and humidifiers as natural remedies first; "Love Actually" beats out "Dirty Dancing" as mom's favorite sick day movie
When your spouse is sick, do you quarantine the bedroom and avoid contact? If yes, you're not alone – 43 percent of American moms say that they avoid hugging and kissing altogether and 10 percent report that they sleep on the couch when a spouse is sick.
Walnuts May Boost Memory and Improve Cognitive Function: New Results from Landmark PREDIMED Study
March 2nd, 2012
Do you recall what you ate for breakfast today or dinner last night? According to new research, you may have a better chance of remembering if you include walnuts. Recent findings published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease report walnut consumption in a Mediterranean diet is associated with better memory scores and cognitive function.
It’s a Dog’s Life!
March 2nd, 2012
The old adage 'It's a dog's life' used to refer to a hard existence of servitude and unhappiness, but for the first time it's been revealed what a typical British dog's life in 2012 consists of and it's a pampered life of luxury that leaves the rest of us howling in envy.
Alzheimer's Association and HSN Cares Partner to Launch Month-long Awareness Campaign
March 1st, 2012
Multi-channel retailer HSN has joined the Alzheimer's Association to raise awareness and support the fight against Alzheimer's disease as a part of its HSN CARES philanthropic program. HSN CARES was created to benefit trusted organizations that support women and families.
Harvest of First Farmed Fish in US Waters Shows Promise of Eco-Friendly Aquaculture
March 1st, 2012"Velella" Drifter Pen Project Completes Grow-out 3 to 75 Miles Offshore
Marine biologists at Kampachi Farms announced today the successful final harvest from the "Velella" Research Project, which raised fish for the first time in US Federal waters.
Offer Kids a Heart Healthy Snack
March 1st, 2012
There is no arguing that now is a good time to get kids to make heart healthy choices. Nearly one in three American kids and teens are either overweight or obese; nearly triple the rate in 1963. So serve up a wholesome snack that kids really do love to eat—Grapple brand apples.
petMD Lists the Top Ten Signs of Heart Disease in Dogs
March 1st, 2012
Early diagnosis and treatment can make all the difference when it comes to heart disease in dogs. It is important for dog owners to be aware of the signs of heart disease so they can bring potential issues to their veterinarian's attention as soon as possible.
People with Chronic Kidney Disease Should Have Hearing Checked During National Kidney Month, Better Hearing Institute Urges
March 1st, 2012
People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and other diseases of the kidney should make hearing checks a routine part of their medical care, according to the Better Hearing Institute (BHI), which is offering a free, quick, and confidential online hearing check at www.hearingcheck.org.
