A health freak mom's thoughts on health and all things healthy
Knowing when to retire is a big decision, but it is followed closely by choosing where to retire. The days of staying in one home for a lifetime are long gone for most families. People are choosing to retire to places where they can stretch their retirement income, pursue activities they enjoy and be near…
Life has a way of presenting tension and anxiety at the least convenient times. While it never seems like a good time to prioritize managing these heightened states, you need to take time focus on your care. If you are struggling with stress, here are a few self-care and relaxation tips that can make all…
Lately I noticed that there is a connection between my sleep pattern and my bathroom habits. The lesser sleep I get, the worse my IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) symptoms get. When I only clocked in 5 hours of sleep, the IBS symptoms exacerbated. During the Movement Control Order imposed on us recently when we were…
During our 4 months of home quarantine during the Movement Control Order, I changed my morning workout time from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. everyday. The morning sun made me drench in sweat after each 1-hour run and the endorphins I got from the mid morning run gave me a high. I also realized that…
It’s the Petai season now and they are selling very cheaply everywhere — from roadside sellers to supermarkets, wet markets and even via online platforms. Almost everyone in our family loves the stink bean and there are a variety of easy ways to cook these beans into a glorious dish that’s bursting with flavors. Not…
If you make or sell liquor in Texas, you will want to have a Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission license. This will make your establishment a more responsible member of the community and protect yourself. Read on to learn more about why you need this license and how to get it. What Is a TABC License?…
“Maskne” or acne mechanica, is pimples located in areas where your face mask touches your face. Maskne occurs when sweat, oil and bacteria are trapped on your skin while wearing a tight face mask with very little air flow, creating the perfect breeding ground for skin bacteria to flourish and cultivate. My two older teenage…
Recently some of my friends lamented to me that they dreaded going back to the office to work after spending several months working from home while in home quarantine. No one looks forward to waking up between 4 a.m. to 6 a.m. to get their kids ready for school and then get ready for work….
I have been wearing a Fitbit fitness tracker watch for more than 3 years now but it’s only during the Covid-19 lockdown that I actually started to track my steps closely, making sure that I hit at least 8,000 steps a day during my shelter-in-place. On most days, I clock in an average of 12,000…
The baby boomer population is heading into retirement and beyond, leading to an increased need in elder care services Westchester County. Putting a loved one or a family member into a care facility is a difficult decision. It is important that your aging loved one feel secure, independent, and respected in spite of whatever health…