As I begin to think about school preparation myself, there are a host of things to keep in mind - not the least of which is the local school's no nut policy. I have to buy a new lunch box for my son. My daughter needs some new clothes. There ...

It may seem early to be thinking about this, but I was looking at the calendar today - and tomorrow is August 1st. That means it's just over 1 month, and all the kids head back to the classroom. In other words, it's time to get ready for school. Some ...

I was reminded in a news article today of how much damage unnatural chemical cleaners can do to the human body. I read about Dee Ferguson, who has cleaned houses for a living. She reported a range of health problems in the introduction of the article, including her ...

If you can be allergic to a chemical, you can be allergic to the pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and other treatments that we put on our food. Virtually any substance - but particularly those that contain proteins - can be allergens. For those who are already prone to allergies, this ...

If you are a fan of the hot tub, you know that it's particularly enjoyable on a cold winter day to slide into a steaming vat of water. Swedes have been promoting hot springs and saunas for years - including a plunge afterwards into cold water or snow. While most ...