Forget broccoli and spinach for today -- here's the superfood everyone loves to eat!The juicy pink smile of a watermelon slice (one cup diced) is actually a thirst quencher at 92 percent water. Its ample potassium, more than in a banana, also makes it a good preventative for heat stroke. Additionally, it packs a giant dose of glutathione to deter free radicals and enhance … [Read more...] about Summer refreshment: Have a sip of watermelon!
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OJ offers lots of health benefits
At least 170 phytochemicals have been identified in orange juice. Orange juice also contains vitamin C, carotenoids and fiber. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that drinking one extra glass of citrus juice reduces the risk of stroke by about 20 percent. According to the University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter, research … [Read more...] about OJ offers lots of health benefits
Protect your garden during a heat wave
In large parts of the U.S., late summer heat is no joke, and even the most heat-friendly garden crops like tomatoes and peppers can get cranky during a serious heat wave. But with some smart short and long-term solutions, your garden can survive the heat and stay green and productive. * Check the forecast. Some plants may droop a bit in the heat, but if the temperature … [Read more...] about Protect your garden during a heat wave
Bugs make trouble; bees make honey
In 2014, the pretty spotted lanternfly hitchhiked its way to Pennsylvania aboard a shipment of stone leaving China and ended up an unwanted and messy guest in Berks County, just outside Philadelphia. It has now invaded other states throughout the east coast and headed westward into Virginia and Ohio.For the lanternfly, hitchhiking wasn't a bad personal choice. Nothing in … [Read more...] about Bugs make trouble; bees make honey
How to attract butterflies
The monarch butterflies are returning from Texas and Mexico to northern climes. To attract them and other butterflies to your yard, you need to offer them with food and water. Only a few plants provide both food for the caterpillar and nectar for the adults. Plant groups that can be used for both include asters, cherry, clover, marigold, milkweed, Queen Anne's lace and … [Read more...] about How to attract butterflies