By Brooks Johnson From Star Tribune Late last year the maker of Orville Redenbacher’s popcorn was sued for putting mixed tocopherols in its “Naturals” line of microwave popcorn, which claims on the front of the package to have “Only Real Ingredients.” The preservatives, a form of vitamin E typically derived from vegetable oil, are used…
What the Heck Is Potassium Sorbate? Demystifying Common ‘Chemical Sounding’ Food Ingredients
February 23, 2023
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The 3 Tiers of Doctors Forum: Spirituality Influences Development of Diseases, Prevention Is Better Than Treatment
February 23, 2023
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Modern life is exhilarating—but living in a fast-paced rhythm also brings worries, stress, tension, anxiety, and even mental exhaustion. People’s desires for personal health within the chaos of life are becoming more prevalent. Dr. Yang Jingduan, a well-known Chinese psychiatrist in Philadelphia, launched a series of lectures titled “The Three Tiers of Doctors Forum” to share his…
Traveling for Spring Break? Here’s How TSA Is Preparing for Long Lines
By Donald Wood From TravelPulse The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is offering tips and tricks for travelers as they prepare for the busy spring break travel period. The government agency said it expects Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) to screen increasing numbers of passengers at airport checkpoints as travel volumes may exceed pre-pandemic levels between now…
Heirloom-Quality Gardening Tools
With spring on the horizon, it’s time to take a look at the tools in the garden shed; if any need to be replaced, consider the following, which are built so well that you’ll be bequeathing them to future generations of gardeners. (Courtesy of Homestead Iron) A Handy Claw Homestead Hand Forged 3-Tine Cultivator $40…
Grief and the Power of Letting Go
February 23, 2023
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No one on earth escapes grief. It’s woven into our human experience and something we will all inevitably endure many times throughout our lives. Heartbreak, the loss of someone we love, lost opportunities, disappointments, and hardships are unavoidable—and life doesn’t care who you are, what you believe, or where you come from; grief happens to…
Dating Etiquette: Looking for Love
Whether it’s a first date or the 457th, it’s important to be respectful and polite to ensure that you both have a great time. Big Smiles It’s understandable to be nervous or shy on a date, so overcome this by making sure your date feels comfortable. A warm, genuine smile, combined with eye contact, puts…
Lo Mein Noodles
What Is Lo Mein? You’ve seen lo mein on Chinese restaurant menus, and it may even be a regular takeout choice of yours. You know it tastes incredible, but what actually qualifies as lo mein? Lo mein refers to fresh egg noodles that are fully cooked first, followed by a delicious drenching of awesome sauce….
You Overspent on Christmas—Now What?
What went wrong? Put your mind on rewind and go back a few months. How come you spent so much? Did you run out of cash before you got to the end of your list, so you started charging? Did you feel pressured to make sure the kids weren’t disappointed? Perhaps you didn’t anticipate expenses…
Use Aromatic Cedar Wood to Line Closet
Dear James: Our bedroom has a cedar closet, but the scent is almost gone, and I plan to build a second cedar closet. How can I restore the scent, and do you have any tips for the new one?—Melanie F. Dear Melanie: Cedar closets are not as common as they used to be, but they…
How I Survived COVID-19: What They Don’t Seem to Want You to Know
February 23, 2023
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I was one of the first 25,000 known COVID-19 cases in the United States in early March 2020 and was lucky enough to find a doctor—a pediatrician—who thought outside the box and successfully treated me—possibly saving my life—against the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Being the first adult COVID-19 case my doctor…
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