Many people ring in the New Year with a hangover and a resolution to improve their lives by eliminating what they feel is bad or damaging. For those living in Orange County, an area in Southern California filled with sun, ocean and much beauty,...
Weight loss is a popular topic that offers a breadth of so-called remedies within the marketplace. Many come in the form of diet pills, fad diets or quick weight-loss beverages that can be harmful to your health and yield only temporary results....
Twenty miles southwest of Olympia, Washington, Rochester was named in 1890 by Gary Fleming. With a population of about 2,000 people, Rochester is a small town in Thurston county that is rich with history, culture and community involvement. The...
Obesity can put you at risk for developing health problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Changing your lifestyle, including your diet, can help you lose weight to reduce the risk of...
According to the Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, 31.2 million children per day participated in the National School Lunch Program in 2009. By offering free and low-cost meals to school children, this program, like...
Obesity increases the risk for health conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and respiratory illnesses. About one third of American adults are obese and obesity rates among children are increasing, and the American Council on...
Unemployment and a bad economy have put many families into the low-income category. Struggling families trying to make it financially can turn to the government for financial and social services. There are hundreds of grants and subsidies...
Sneaking in extra exercise increases your calorie burn without taking up large chunks of time in your busy schedule. The sneaky exercises also make the workout seem less difficult and boring, making it easier to maintain. The short bursts of...
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Papua, New Guinea, is in the eastern part of the island of New Guinea, near Oceania. It has a culturally diverse population with several different customs and traditions. Because the country gained its independence from Australia as recently as...
Hundreds of volunteer organizations across Kitsap County, Washington, support the communities and rural areas of the county. According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, volunteers don't just give their time and effort, they...
If you've done an activity when you were younger, chances are you can find a place to do it older. Seniors in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia are living long, active, fulfilling lives, and participating in such varied activities as ballroom...
Losing a job can be difficult and it can place an unexpected financial strain on you and your family. While you're looking for a new job, it's important to develop a strategy for dealing with your bills. If you have recently lost your job or you...
Events can make a big impact on the environment. Gathering large numbers of people, using electricity, serving food and producing waste results in a fairly large carbon footprint. Whether you're planning a trade show, meeting, retreat or...
"The Biggest Loser" is a reality TV show that first aired in 2004 in the U.S. Since then, versions of the show have sprouted all around the world, including shows in England, Sweden, South Africa, India and Israel. To participate in the show,...
Young individuals who have opportunities to serve in the community can reap many benefits from their efforts. A University of Nevada Cooperative Extension fact sheet states that youth who volunteer just one hour or more a week develop essential...
Sitting at an elevation of 7,000 feet in northeastern Arizona, Springerville offers a host of activities and parks for outdoor adventures year-round. A small town in the White Mountains, Spingerville has a rich history steeped in Native American...
Community agencies and organizations provide support to residents in need. Whether you require temporary financial assistance, a counseling group after a tragic event, low-cost child care or educational advancement, there is likely a resource in...
Weight loss programs that really work are both effective and healthy. Some weight loss programs are not only ineffective, but also nutritionally dangerous. Diets that leave a person feeling famished or deprived simply do not work over the long...
Have you ever gotten to the grocery store and suddenly realized you forgot your reusable shopping bags? It's okay to accept plastic grocery bags as long as you don't do it too often, and when you do, find ways to recycle them later. If the store...
When you don't get enough of the nutrients you need for good health, you run the risk of becoming malnourished. These nutrients include proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. Symptoms of malnutrition can include dizziness, fatigue...
Low income families use community resources to stretch their budgets, often to pay for necessities like food and housing. In 2008, more than 40 million families in the United States met the criteria for low income or living below the federal...
Rules for your dieting need to take into account your personal health needs as well as your personality. If you are a "people person," the rules that would work for a disciplined bean-counter will be frustrating and soon abandoned. You may need to...
The benefits of cooking healthy will save you money by keeping you healthier, and the cooking itself does not have to be expensive. You can cook healthy and satisfying meals without spending more than you can afford. Making changes in the way you...
Food scraps, spoiled food and unharvested and unused food products all contribute to unnecessary waste in America's landfills. Food waste contributes substantially to the 20 percent of annual greenhouse gas emissions generated by landfills....
Volunteering helps those in need and provides an opportunity to give back to the community. Dallas, Texas, offers a number of volunteer activities for children to choose from. Finding a cause or program that your child is interested in is the...
Lemon juice is used in the making of fruit drinks, an ingredient in baked dishes and is a flavoring in many alcoholic beverages. In the commercial industry, it can be a preservative for processed foods and is sometimes used to make cheese, as it...
Kids are naturally curious about how things work and will often be excited about the prospect of getting to participate in creating a vegetable garden. Vegetable gardens tend to grow quickly due to fast germination times while giving children...
There are plenty of times where talking about yourself is appropriate. However, you may find yourself dominating conversations and harming relationships. What comes out of the mouth is a reflection of what’s on the inside. What comes out in...