The European Union officially began its covid-19 vaccination campaign yesterday. European Commission President, Ursula Von Der Leyen, declared yesterday, today and tomorrow as “EU Vaccination Days”. Similar to the U.S., the first people to receive doses of the vaccine were largely elderly or frontline medical workers. Leyen says getting the vaccine is the only way out of this pandemic and…
Experts say eating certain foods can help you fight all the viral gunk that often comes with the weather change. They say look for foods that pack a big vitamin punch like broccoli. It’s good as its 30 calories per cup, has fiber and that antioxidants help fight cell damaging chemicals in our bodies. In general, any of your leafy…
AAA is projecting a nearly 30-percent drop in holiday travel this year. It’s expected about 34 million fewer u-s residents will travel from December 23rd through January third, compared to 2019. But, AAA also predicts nearly three million Americans will fly during that time, which is way down by almost 60-percent. About 81-million will be hitting the road instead, which…
We picked up a few new phrases this year…and a new poll revealed which ones we never want to hear again. Most of the top answers are related to the pandemic. They include social distancing….the new normal….unprecedented times…bubble….quaranteam….zoom bombing….anti-masker….and ‘rona.
If you want to keep your brain sharp as you get older, the secret may be adding more wine and cheese to your diet. At least that’s the theory from an Iowa State University’s Food Science and Human Nutrition Department. The team analyzed data from nearly 1,800 adults. Between 2006 and 2016, participants completed a test and follow ups, that…
Not only is it the gifting season…but, the re-gifting season as well. Is that socially acceptable? 57% say yes, re-gifting is acceptable and apparently women are almost twice as likely to re-gift presents. So, how would you feel if someone re-gifted something you gave them? 30% say they’d be upset, and 60% say they wouldn’t care. The older you are,…
Health experts warn to keep an eye on your fitness. They say being inactive for even short periods can affect your overall health. People who reduce their daily steps to 1500 or less for just two weeks can affect an older person’s insulin sensitivity by a third, and decreases leg muscle. This is especially concerning for those 65 and over…
Roasted Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti Squash, 1 small to medium size Kosher salt, as needed Or Making It Delicious All-Purpose Seasoning, as needed Black pepper, as needed Avocado oil, as needed Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Cut the squash in half longways, place on a sheet pan, drizzle with avocado oil then sprinkle with a generous amount of salt and…
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When someone says, “don’t get me a gift,” what do they really mean? 25,000 Americans chimed in and here’s what they said. 46 percent agreed that it means “I don’t want a gift, but I won’t be upset if you get me one”. Others said the meaning is “I do want a gift, but I won’t be angry if I…
