Dust mites are microscopic creatures that live in bedding, carpets, drapes, furniture, and anywhere dust accumulates. They feed off of dead animal and human skin cells, which are shed daily without our even knowing it. Dust mites and skin cells are too small to see, and it’s a good thing – dust mites are ugly critters!

Because of their tiny size, getting rid of them entirely is unrealistic. But keeping their numbers and your allergic reactions down is certainly feasible. Here are some tips. Read the rest of this entry

One of the keys to a healthier lifestyle is to integrate habits into your daily activities. Once something becomes a habit, it requires little thought and you get the benefits of regular repetition of healthy practices. Here are some habits you can incorporate into your daily routine to get a better night’s sleep. Read the rest of this entry

Amalgam fillings, or “silver” filings, are composed of a combination of silver, tin, copper, and mercury. The mercury content of amalgam fillings is around 50 percent, which has some dentists and their patients concerned. Mercury is a well-known toxin; the argument hinges on whether or not the mercury in dental fillings is “locked in” to the filling or can leech out into the bloodstream or as a toxic vapor.

Dentists have used amalgam fillings since the mid-1800s for many reasons. They are durable, inexpensive, and resistant to further decay. But they are coming under more intense scrutiny as unexplainable illnesses are being considered as possible reactions to mercury poisoning. Read the rest of this entry

Have the Right Amount of Pressure in Your Tires

There are all kinds of good reasons to have the correct pressure in your vehicle’s tires. With the proper tire pressure, you will get better mileage and save fuel, your tires will experience less wear and tear, and your vehicle will emit less pollution. Perhaps most importantly, you will be safer in a vehicle with tires that have the right amount of pressure. Here are some helpful tips and reasons to keep the tire pressure at the right level in your vehicle. Read the rest of this entry

For those who crave solitude, finding the time to experience it can be challenging. Take a look at your schedule and see if there is some time you can carve out for yourself. You may have to sacrifice another activity, or arrange for childcare or make other plans. But any way you do it, make sure you do it regularly rather than spontaneously.

Just hoping for some “me” time to show up is stressful and frustrating; you don’t know if or when you will find the time. But if you make the time weekly or even monthly, your mind can get some rest knowing you have that time to yourself coming up. It will help you handle the hectic days in between with much more grace.

But how do you do it? Once you carve out the time, you may need some ideas for how to enjoy your solitude. After all, many of us have forgotten how! Here are some ideas. Read the rest of this entry

The concept of life as a series of rhythms is an ancient one. From religious observances to modern daily routines, people have understood that life is to be lived in accordance with some sort of regular repetition. The term “biorhythm,” or biological rhythm, refers to physiological fluctuations in all living creatures.

Some argue that these rhythms are internal; others claim they are environmentally stimulated. Most likely, they are a combination of both. There are different types of biorhythms, each denoting a particular body system or fluctuation. Here are some of the types of biorhythms and what they mean. Read the rest of this entry

This humble substance, sodium bicarbonate, has an amazing array of uses for beauty care. It is inexpensive and can be purchased just about anywhere. So it’s worthwhile to know some of its applications! Read the rest of this entry

Depending on your experience, you may dread the subject of science or look at it as a boring necessity. But science encompasses so much that it need never be boring! If you want to foster a love for science in your children and discover its joys yourself, try teaching your kids science in fun ways. Here are some ideas. Read the rest of this entry

What exactly is “free play”? Basically, free play describes unstructured, imaginative play time for children. It can be structured into the day but the play itself, while it may be organized by the children participating, is never organized by an adult. Read the rest of this entry

Moms love to receive special, handmade desserts from their kids. And you don’t have to be an expert to make something special and beautiful! Help your kids give their mom a sweet treat for Mother’s Day with some of these ideas. And remember, it’s Mother’s Day, so clean up the kitchen when you’re finished! Read the rest of this entry