Health Guide

A recent article in Slate’s online magazine discusses the anemic effects on American’s attitudes towards the economy, despite the creation of 1.4 million jobs in the last ten months. The article’s author theorizes, “Productivity growth, globalization, outsourcing, and widespread excess capacity probably have something to do with it.” I’ll take it…
We all have aspects of health we want to improve. It could be as simple as increasing your stretching, or as great as starting an exercise program. Regardless of its scope, there is a reason you’re not doing it. Although the focus of this article is on health goals, these steps can also be applied to any aspect of your life, personal or…

A big part of enjoying healthier eating is buying healthier
foods, and that means making smart choices where it matters most
- at the supermarket. Choosing the freshest, healthiest foods is
an important first step toward making healthy and delicious
meals your whole family will love.

In general, most supermarkets are laid out with the healthiest,
most nutritious foods around the perimeter of the store. That is
where most stores locate their produce section, their dairy
section,…

Could an elder-care-co-op work for family caregivers? It’s an idea that’s worked for years in small communities across the United States with childcare. Thirty years ago, three of my friends, all stay-at-home moms, got together and worked out a syste…Elder Care Co-op

Probably not on its own, but its an excellent example of how consumers can vote with their buying dollars to sway market demand to bring more environmentally friendly products into the marketplace.Bamboo flooring is a rising trend in home floorin…Can Bamboo Flooring Really Help Save The Worlds’ Environment?