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Coffee
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The Time of Day When You Drink Coffee Could Affect Your Health

A new study suggests what time you grab of cup of joe determines if you reap its benefits.
Laura Pence,

A new study suggests what time you grab of cup of joe determines if you reap its benefits. Those include lower risks of type two diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and premature death. The problem is, variables like genetics and adding sweeteners to coffee produced inconclusive results. A group of researchers say maybe those don’t matter as much as when people are…

Nutrients
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Subtle Signs Your Body Needs More Nutrients

A study last summer found more than half of people worldwide aren't getting enough vitamins and minerals.
Laura Pence,

A study last summer found more than half of people worldwide aren’t getting enough vitamins and minerals in their diet.  Here are four subtle signs you might be in that group. Brittle fingernails.  Lots of things can cause it, including cold weather, nail polish remover, thyroid issues, or just washing your hands a lot.  But it can also be a…

Gs Cookies
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Which Girl Scout Cookies Will Be Retired After This Year

It's the beginning of Girl Scout cookie season, but the end is near for two flavors.
Laura Pence,

It’s the beginning of Girl Scout cookie season, but the end is near for two flavors. The Girl Scouts announced the “S’mores” and “Toast-Yay!” cookies will be discontinued after this year. The organization did not reveal the reason for retiring the cookies, but it often refreshes the lineup. The “S’mores” debuted in 2017 and the french toast-inspired cookies rolled out…

Divorce Day
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Why Today is National Divorce Day

A study in 2020 found Google searches for things like "quickie divorce" more than double every January.
Laura Pence,

  It might be a good day to arrive home with flowers…the first working Monday of 2025 means it’s “Divorce Day”…the day of the year you’re most likely to get dumped. A study in 2020 found Google searches for things like “quickie divorce” more than double every January. Experts think it’s because people tend to avoid breakups in November and…

Medit Diet
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The Mediterranean Diet is the Healthiest for 8th Year

The list was ranked by a panel of medical and nutrition experts who evaluated 38 different eating plans.
Laura Pence,

If you are looking to eat healthier in the new year, you might want to switch to the Mediterranean diet. The Mediterranean diet topped the U.S. News and World Report’s annual diet list for the 8th year in a row. The list was ranked by a panel of medical and nutrition experts who evaluated 38 different eating plans. Factors include…

Beef Fat On Skin
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The Newest Skincare Trend Has People Rubbing Beef Fat on Their Faces

According to experts, it has a higher amount of nutrients than all the other fats in the animal.
Brinay Prince,

Beef tallow, made from the fat surrounding the kidneys of cows, is trending on social media as an alternative skin product. The fat is harvested, ground and rendered before being melted down with herb-infused olive oil, then whipped, cooled, and jarred. Although some find it too greasy, many love that the product contains essential vitamins, minimal ingredients, and can help…

Shower After Bath Debate
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Should You Shower After a Bath?

The internet is divided over this controversial debate.
Brinay Prince,

Some argue that a shower isn’t necessary because the purpose of a bath is to get clean, and doing both could waste water. Others say that a bath is for relaxation, not cleansing, and believe a bath is sitting in a pool of your own filth. Cosmetic experts recommend showering after a bath to rinse off dead skin cells, hairs,…

Heart Of Stoke 010625
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Heart of Stoke Foundation to Host 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

January 20th from 6:30-10pm at TopGolf!
Laura Pence,

Vince Canfora with the Heart of Stoke Foundation was in the studio to talk about the 2nd Annual Caddy Day TopGolf Tournament. January 20th from 6:30 – 10:00pm Enjoy music, comedy, prizes, raffles, 50/50 drawing, and your chance at the cash! 1st- $1000 2nd-$500 3rd- $250. All proceeds support the programming of the Heart of Stoke Foundation, an all volunteer…

Blimp
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Goodyear Blimp is Celebrating 100 Years in Flight

Fans can enter a sweepstakes on Goodyear's website.
Laura Pence,

To mark the milestone, Goodyear has appearances planned in more than 100 cities throughout North America and Europe at sporting events and festivals. Goodyear kicked things off this week, appearing at the 111th Rose Bowl game, a tradition since 1955. Only 0.0006% of Americans can say they’ve flown in the Goodyear blimp, but fans can enter for a chance to…