(NAPSI)—The path to better eating can be bumpy. Our best-intentioned, health-conscious plans sometimes go out the window on hectic days. Finding easy, go-to favorites may help. One smart option: blueberries. If you’re looking to satisfy a sweet tooth and stick to healthy eating goals, blueberries can help you do both. They’re very flavorful, but they’re Read More …
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HINTS FOR HOMEOWNERS Five Reasons To Choose Fiber Cement Siding Over Wood-Based Siding
(NAPSI)—For homeowners wanting a fresh look, there’s one project that can give their home a whole new appearance while adding value at the same time: re-siding. Re-siding is one of the most important maintenance tasks Minneapolis homeowners can take on during the spring and summer. The project provides a chance to replace worn, damaged siding Read More …
BACKGROUND ON BUSINESS For Many, Small Business Is Close To Home
(NAPSI)—If you are like many Americans, you either own or work for a small business. Small businesses are a big part of the country’s economy, employing 56.1 million members of the nation’s private workforce and creating two out of every three new jobs every year. “Small businesses have an enormous role to play in keeping Read More …
MILITARY NEWS AND NOTES Moving Ideas For Military Families
(NAPSI)—America’s military men and women are known to be up for anything. For some things, however, such as moving their families, many could use some advice, such as these helpful suggestions: Before You Move The first thing to do is to make an appointment with the military base property transportation office to schedule your move. Read More …
MOVING IDEAS Tips For A 100 Percent Hassle-Free Move
(NAPSI)—Moving can be a hassle, stressful and emotional. If you’re considering a move, know you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 40 million Americans moved in 2016. That’s a lot of moving. “Every year, people take on the frustrating experience of moving,” said Adam Doron, CEO of Unpakt, an online platform designed to Read More …
SKIN CARE NEWS AND NOTES Sun Protection Myths And Facts
(NAPSI)—Sunscreen is an important part of protecting your skin. However, some information about sunscreen can be confusing, making it difficult to know how to best protect the skin you’re in. Seeking shade when the sun is especially strong (from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), wearing clothing that protects your skin as well as hats and Read More …
VACATION ESCAPE Take Your Getaway From Vacation Stressed To Vacation Ready
(NAPSI)—Raising families, navigating jobs, balancing social commitments—there’s a lot on Americans’ plates these days. In fact, 51 percent of U.S. vacationers admit they’re more stressed today compared to a year ago, according to a recent study from Wyndham Vacation Rentals. When you add to that the pressure of vacation planning, the stress is not only Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Slide Into Safety: Tips For A Fun, Safe Season
(NAPSI)—While the warmer months and longer days are often a time for outdoor fun and more physical activity—camping, boating, swimming, biking and the like—they can also mean an increased potential for injuries. Playground falls, lawn mower accidents, campfire and fire pit burns are common childhood injuries—but they don’t have to happen to your family. These Read More …
PLANNING YOUR RETIREMENT Are You Banking On Social Security For Your Retirement Income?
(NAPSI)—If you’re a middle-income baby boomer, chances are you’re still struggling to recover from the financial crash that began in 2007. You’re not alone: According to a new study, only two percent of boomers feel the economy has fully recovered, and 65 percent say they have not felt personal benefit from any recovery. If that Read More …
WOMEN’S HEALTH UPDATE The Modern Hysterectomy: DualportGYN Know The Risks Of An Open Or Robotic Hysterectomy
(NAPSI)—An estimated 500,000 hysterectomies will be performed in the United States in 2017, with many of them as higher-risk open or robotic hysterectomy procedures. These surgeries can lead to complications, resulting in additional surgeries to repair delicate areas in the pelvis that can be damaged during the operation, including the bowel, bladder, ureter or blood Read More …