Tips & Tricks

Life can often be unfair, and one such instance is the fact that we all just love sugar, while it is detrimental to our health. The taste of sweet is simply irresistible, but as soon as you learn the effects of sugar, you should definitely try to stay away from it as often as possible. […]

Taking care of the mouth, teeth, and gums is of utmost importance. Proper oral hygiene can help prevent various dental problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, and the common bad breath. ½ tsp. salt ½ cup hydrogen peroxide Warm water Antiseptic mouthwash Toothbrush Instructions: Step #1 Take a cup and mix the baking soda and

All winter long we wait impatiently for the weather to get warmer so we can resume regular outdoor activities. Winter ends and we’re delighted, pulling out our BBQs, splash pads, and outdoor running shoes—until we remember what the warm weather also brings… Mosquitoes. Generally, mosquito activity will begin when the temperature reaches the 50° F

Since I never can remember the recipes/formulas for making your own self rising flour and cake flour, I’m posting them here where I can quickly find them. As I continue to work to simplify my cooking and my life I’m limiting the staples I stock in my kitchen. So, I don’t keep cake flour or

Maybe it sounds like it is unreal, but when people in a relationship argue a lot, it means that they love each other more than those who avoid conflicts. In fact, the argument is when two people express their different opinions. So, during the argument, both participants manifest their ideologies and personalities through words they

Your kidneys are two of the most important organs in your body, and far more important than most people take into account. This organ duo filters your blood, produces hormones, eliminates toxins, absorbs minerals, produces urine, neutralizes acids, and more. They play vital roles in several of your body’s major functions and if they’re not

Do you have a young child who you feel is unreasonably stubborn? It’s tough to deal with a child like this every day, but don’t worry- being hardheaded can actually benefit their career after they grow up. We know it is hard, but try not to let your very unyielding toddler get the best of

It’s easy to go through life thinking we’ve absorbed everything we need to know about basic cooking skills and fruits and vegetables. Then a real expert comes along and shows us much more there is to learn! Today, the subject is tomatoes, and the expert is Your Produce Guy, here to teach us the best

Just when you thought that the health benefits of blueberries couldn’t be any more plentiful, new research has found that freezing the superfood actually increases the berry’s nutritional content. Graduate student Marin Plumb, a food science major at South Dakota State University, found that frozen blueberries are equally nutritious as fresh blueberries, even after six

Grandparents have always played a significant role in family life, but over the past few decades, many have had greater responsibility for their grandchildren because of changes in society and families. They’re the major providers of child care for preschool children, especially for toddlers and babies, when both their parents are in the workforce. They