(NAPSI)—A seafood-rich diet offers major health benefits. Federal Dietary Guidelines recommend two to three servings of seafood a week but fewer than one in five Americans heed that suggestion. Between concern over mercury levels, environmental protection and the benefits of farmed vs. wild-caught fish, many consumers find selecting seafood anything but simple. The good news Read More …
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YOUR EYES A Closer Look At LASIK Success Rates
(NAPSI)—One of the most common questions surgeons are asked about LASIK is: What is the success rate? The answer is impressive as outcomes of LASIK surgery—measured by vision and patient satisfaction—are better than ever. In fact, LASIK has one of the highest satisfaction rates on record for any kind of elective surgery—more than 96 percent. Read More …
HOLIDAY HEALTH HINTS Healthy Holiday Eating Is Easier Than You Think
(NAPSI)—Year after year, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports, the average American gains about a pound during the holiday season. It may not seem like much, but over the course of a lifetime, around a pound a year can really add up. That’s one reason many people are concerned about how to handle holiday Read More …
HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS Hone In On Popular Presents For The Home
(NAPSI)—People with a gift for giving say that this year, kitchen gadgets are the hot item to give and get. What’s Cooking In Kitchen Gadgets One reason may be the many new attractive, practical products now available. Here’s a look at six of the more popular: A cordless electric glass kettle. There’ll be some steamy Read More …
YOUR GARDEN Unexpected Ways to Support Pollinators
(NAPSI)—It’s a common misconception that you need a large yard and advanced gardening skills to support honey bees by planting more forage. However, the reality is that anyone with enthusiasm and a potted plant can provide bees with the food and habitat they need. While individuals are crucial in protecting pollinators, many organizations are also Read More …
TECH TIPS AND TRICKS The Click That Gives You Control Over Online Ads
(NAPSI)—If you use the Internet through a computer or mobile device, you may wonder why you see certain ads. For example, why do you get an ad offering a discount on a new camera after you visit a camera review site or one for hotels as soon as you start planning a trip? In some Read More …
BE CAR CARE AWARE Avoid Surprise, Winterize
(NAPSI)—As the weather gets colder, winterizing your vehicle should be a top priority. The nonprofit Car Care Council recommends that motorists perform a six-point winter maintenance check of areas that are particularly affected by driving in rough weather. “Harsh weather can stress out a vehicle, as well as its driver,” explained Rich White, executive director Read More …
HOLIDAY TRAVEL Tips To Make Your Trip Terrific
(NAPSI)—Whether you’re going over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house, flying off to a beach vacation or heading for the hills to ski, if you’ll be traveling this holiday season, there are nine things you should keep in mind: Plan Ahead. Don’t wait until the last minute to book a hotel room Read More …
HEALTH AWARENESS What You Should Know About Vaccines
(NAPSI)—Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. Consider this: Smallpox vaccines were used as far back as the Revolutionary War. This serious disease, which has killed more people than all the wars combined, has been wiped from the Earth by vaccines. It’s a shame that recently the safety of vaccines has been questioned. It’s Read More …
AMERICA’S PROTECTORS Understanding Education And Military Families
(NAPSI)—America’s military service members make great sacrifices for our country—and for their own families—but are their kids getting what they need from our K−12 education system? A new national survey of service members, spouses and veterans looks at educational options for military families, their satisfaction and how their choices can play a role in whether Read More …