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Spring Can Make You Feel Healthier and Happier

We’re officially out of winter and into spring…and there are some ways the changing season could make you happier and healthier. Now that we’re in daylight saving time, there’s better light. The amount of sunshine we get now can have a big impact on our mood. The sky is also bluer. It’s not your imagination, the sky actually looks more…

A Third Ace Ventura Film is in the Works

A third Ace Venture film is coming to Amazon according to reports and joining this time are ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ writers. Ace Ventura: Pet Detective originally premiered in 1994 and helped launch the career of Jim Carrey. It was followed one year later by When Nature Calls, plus Family Guy creator, Seth McFarlane, also worked as a writer on the…

What Unwritten Rule Should Everyone Live By?

What’s an unwritten rule you think everyone should follow? This conversation was started on reddit. People chimed in on the thread to share things that aren’t written down or enforced but, maybe should be. Here’s some highlights. If someone hands you their phone to show you a picture, don’t look at other photos. Don’t heat up fish in the office…

If You Think You’re Sick…You Might Just be Dehydrated

The next time you have a headache, you might not need to reach for the Advil. Instead of taking over the counter medication, you might just need to chug a glass of water. Some common ailments like headaches, dizziness, fatigue, dry mouth, or indigestion are symptoms of chronic dehydration. According to a poll, the average person thinks they only need…

Laughing is a Dose of Medicine

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They say laughter is the best medicine. This is the day to take yours. it’s National Laugh Day.  Medicine includes the treatment and prevention of disease.  When it comes to laughing, studies show it boosts our immune system, relieves tension and helps us relax.  It also has physical benefits as it engages the abs, arms and facial muscles. Ten minutes…

National Chocolate Caramel Day with Barefoot Bistro!

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Patti Hilton of Barefoot Bistro shares her favorite recipes including homemade caramel that goes with well, just about everything chocolate! Microwave Caramels with Sea Salt In a very large microwavable bowl: 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Brown Sugar 1/2 cup Corn Syrup 1/2 cup Sweet & Condensed Milk 1/2 tsp Vanilla Line a 8 X 8 pan…

‘Bridesmaids,’ Clemson, and a Superhero Fail

A Morning Chat on Carolina AM

The funny and not so funny.  On this National Laugh Day, Audra shares one of her go-to movie clips for a laugh out loud one!  B.J. Kinard fills in for Greg and explains a recent, not-so-funny experience.  Oh, and B.J. sets Audra straight on what is and not a superhero.

Take More Breaks to Get More Done

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If you find yourself in weekend mode all the time, it’s time to start taking more breaks.  A lot more.  Research done by North Carolina State University found you’ll have more energy and actually be better at your job if you start taking multiple five minute microbreaks.  If you get called out by your boss, say you’re slacking off for…