What's normal and when to call your doctorMost people have a good idea of what to expect when it comes to their two-year-olds. Some tantrums, a new desire for independence, getting into everything -- but what should parents expect when it comes to speech? Is it really a problem when children are slow to start communicating? According to Stanford Children's Health, every … [Read more...] about Speech and language delays:
One change is a blessing for arthritis sufferers
There's one thing COVID-19 did for arthritis sufferers that has been a constant blessing: No more handshaking.When you suffer from aching fingers and joints, a handshake is the worst possible way to be introduced. People want to offer a firm handshake, which turns a happy greeting into a nightmare for some. Handshakes might come back into fashion, but they just may remain … [Read more...] about One change is a blessing for arthritis sufferers
Nuts appear good for heart
A new analysis of dietary questionnaires found that women who ate about a quarter cup of nuts at least twice a week had a 27 percent lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, compared with women who didn't eat nuts.The study published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology, analyzed two sets of questionnaires filled out by 39,000 women. The original dietary questionnaire … [Read more...] about Nuts appear good for heart
Sunglasses protect the eyes
Wear sunglasses in the summer -- that's the message from Prevent Blindness.Exposure to UV rays can burn delicate eye tissue and raise the risk of developing cataracts and cancers of the eye. Protect your eyes from UV rays with sunglasses that block 99 percent to 100 percent of both types of ultraviolet rays: UV-A and UV-B. Sunglasses should also eliminate glare and relieve … [Read more...] about Sunglasses protect the eyes
Raw zucchini salad
Fresh and easy for warm spring daysZucchini is a low-calorie vegetable that packs a huge nutritional punch with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and its mild flavor makes it a versatile ingredient for a wide variety of dishes. This raw zucchini salad is quick to assemble and packs a ton of flavor -- a perfect side dish for your Memorial Day cookout. Bulk it up with toasted … [Read more...] about Raw zucchini salad