Hello Everyone,

While the following information pained me to read, I think it is an excellent article. 

Enjoy,

Mark

The Snack Food Hall of Shame
Maintaining a healthy diet doesn’t mean you have to give up delicious snacks, but watch what you reach for!
(From Woman’s Day)  Read the rest of this entry »

Hello Everyone,

As I frequently get sinusitis, I am delighted to share the following Everyday Health article with you that is most informative. 

Mark

Cold & Flu Center

Though sinusitis simply means your sinuses are infected or inflamed, the term gives little indication of the misery and pain this condition can cause. Health experts estimate that 37 million Americans are affected by sinusitis every year. Here are 11 ways to know whether you’re one of them:   Read the rest of this entry »

From Health Day News

‘Tis the season for a runny nose, cough, sore throat and other symptoms of the common cold.

You shouldn’t treat a cold — always caused by a virus — with antibiotics, since these medicines are meant to treat bacterial infections. But there are things you can do to feel better while the cold runs its course.

The University of Virginia Health System offers these suggestions:  Read the rest of this entry »

My Friend:

It is 3:37am and I am oh so very tired; that is why I am going to enumerate this reply to your voicemail message, OK?

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I received your text messages, in addition to your voicemail, earlier today but I was in the middle of posting a new article to my BLOG.  Take a look at it, you may find it useful.

2.
Let me say that my plans have not changed.  In fact, despite the way I feel about your atrocious behavior, it never occurred to me to not accompany you to your appointment, as I promised.  When I give my word, I keep it.  You should know me better than that by now.

3.
I am no longer angry just disgusted and very disappointed in you and your judgment, or lack there of.  Read the rest of this entry »

Hello Everyone,

I hope you enjoy this wonderfully informative article, written by Gayle Turim, that offers 10 ways to keep aging at bay.

Please note that I have removed all of the graphics in order to maximize Braille and screen-reader compatibility for the blind and low vision.

At the end of this BLOG post, you will find a link to the original article complete with photos and links to more helpful health related resources.

Enjoy,

Mark  Read the rest of this entry »

Hello Everyone, 

I hope you enjoy this excellent article, written by Jen Laskey, that offers 7 Ways to Make drinking Water Taste Better.

Enjoy,

Mark

Seven Ways to Make Water Taste Better
By Jen Laskey
 
Simple tips for livening up your drinking water

Not everybody has a taste for water, but we all need it to ensure that our bodies continue functioning properly. If you want to drink more water, but aren’t crazy about the taste (or lack thereof), here are some tips that can make it more enjoyable:

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Add fresh fruit. Citrus fruits, such as lemons, limes, and oranges, are classic water enhancers, but other fruit flavors might also tempt your taste buds. Try crushing fresh raspberries or watermelon into your water, or adding strawberry slices. Cucumber and fresh mint are refreshing flavors as well — especially in summer. Read the rest of this entry »