Tag: Lifestyle

The Essential Guide to Heart Disease: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Other Remedies

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One person dies every 34 seconds, making cardiovascular disease responsible for 1 in every 5 deaths. What Are the Common Types of Heart Disease? “Heart disease” is a term used to describe…


Carrot Cake

View the print-friendly version of this recipe. We love sneaking carrots into baked goods like carrot muffins, or carrot zucchini bars.  If you love cake as much as I do, be sure to check out all of my homemade cake recipes. Of all the cakes in all the land, this Carrot Cake is the one I choose for…


The Art of Correspondence

Communicating in written form is like painting with words. But while being an artist requires skills few people possess, these tips can make anyone a better communicator. Set a Good Tone The best communicators are professional yet approachable in all their written communications. This means they talk to their audience rather than at them, avoiding…


Family-Friendly Trips Sure to Make a Splash

By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com Add a splash to your next family getaway. Here are five places where you can swim, snorkel, dive, or slide. Multi-generational Dive Trips The pros at Family Dive Adventures have been encouraging families to explore our underwater world for years. Now some of their earliest guests are returning with…


Use Any Veggies You Like in This Inviting Pot Pie Recipe

By Linda Gassenheimer From Tribune News Service I love pot pies. They’re warm, inviting and a great way to incorporate vegetables into a meal. This is a one-pot vegetarian dinner that takes 25 minutes to make. You can use any vegetables you like, using this recipe as a guide to the amounts needed. For the…


Taking the Kids: Playground or Museum?

Playground or museum? When you are visiting a new city with kids, each can be equally important. At playgrounds, kids not only can let off steam, but they can meet local kids. Parents can meet local parents who can offer valuable tips on spending time in their city. They can point you to favorite restaurants…


The Best Touring Motorcycles

Traveling by motorcycle means bringing a lot less stuff, but it provides a much better view of the passing scenery and is an attainable adventure. (Courtesy of BMW) Technical Perfection BMW R 1250 RT $19,695 The R 1250 RT is compact for a touring bike, yet it doesn’t compromise on features. The 136-horsepower, two-cylinder boxer…


Waterfront Excellence

Those with large families who enjoy entertaining, and insist on only the finest of all things, will be intrigued by this South Florida estate. The interior of the home is as striking as the exterior, with double iron and glass doors opening onto the two-story-tall living room, with a mezzanine-level walkway above leading to bedrooms…


Branzino Recipe

What Is Branzino? Branzino, also known as European bass, Mediterranean bass, and loup de mer, is a type of mild, white fish. Native to the western and southern coasts of Europe as well as the northern coasts of Africa, it is lean, delicate in texture, and has a slightly sweet taste. Often served whole, it…


Sudden Death of Hollywood Actor Reminds People of Ways to Reduce Risk From Cerebral Aneurysm

On Feb. 18, 2023, popular Hollywood movie star Tom Sizemore died suddenly from a brain (cerebral) aneurysm, arousing great attention and fond memories from movie fans. How to prevent and reduce the risk of aneurysms has also become a much-talked-about subject. According to statistics from the American Brain Aneurysm Foundation, nearly 500,000 people worldwide die…