Up Late Counting Sheep? Try These Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

Call us the sleepless nation. An estimated 40 million Americans suffer from slumber disorders including sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and plain old tossing and turning. Insomnia increases our risk of high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, and injury. Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is key to keeping up your energy, staying mentally sharp, and staving off sickness; but in addition to all that, recent studies suggest that it is also essential for sparking your creativity and looking your loveliest.

TIME FOR SPRING CLEANING – EVEN FOR YOUR CLOTHES

Every household naturally generates a lot of laundry. This time of year, we think about a good spring cleaning for our homes, but what about our clothes, which get more than their fair share of dirt and stains? Linda Cobb, who has been dubbed the “Queen of Clean” debunks some of the pervasive myths about laundry. Read on for her tips on keeping your clothes looking their best...

THE “BIG 8” ALLERGY TRIGGERS

Whenever your body has an abnormal response to a certain food, it may mean that you have some kind of allergy. According to the Center for Disease Control, the prevalence of food allergies is on the rise. Amazingly, the CDC reports that, although you can be allergic to just about any food, 90% of the population with allergies are triggered by the so-called “Big 8.”