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National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Prevention Tips

By Carlos on October 11, 2020 Health & Wellness

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month provides education and awareness about breast cancer, risk factors, and ways to prevent the disease. Below are some breast cancer prevention tips that could save your life. Examine Yourself Checking youself regularly for lumps is an important step in early detection and prevention of breast cancer. Examine your breasts and around the armpits for any lumps. Do this once a month, a few days after your periods. Make an appointment to see your doctor if you notice anything unusual. Genetic Testing Genetic testing can detect mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes or other cancerous…

Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Toilet

By Carlos on October 10, 2020 Home

The toilet is an important part of any bathroom. While you probably don’t give it much thought, having a toilet that is not running or working properly can be a real hassle. Unfortunately, toilets aren’t built to last forever and should be changed from time to time. Knowing the signs of when it’s time to replace a toilet will help your bathroom function properly. It’s Leaking If the toilet is constantly leaking, it may need to be replaced. Leaking from the tank is one thing, but many older toilets start leaking from underneath every single time the toilet is flushed.…

Best Pierogi Recipes

By Carlos on October 8, 2020 Food & Drink

Pierogies are a classic Polish dish that’s comforting and versatile. These dough pillows are boiled and fried in butter with onions or served with butter and sour cream. These can be filled with fruits, farmer’s cheese, mushrooms, sauerkraut and other endless options. We have compiled some of the best pierogi recipes here for you. When are they made? These are traditionally made for Christmas. However, you can make them to celebrate any occasion. Pierogies are best made with family members and friends as many hands lighten the work load. What are the various accompaniments? Melted butter, sour cream and onions…

Prevention Tips for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

By Angela on October 7, 2020 Health & Wellness

As National Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, many women are reminded of helpful ways they can work towards prevention. Every woman wants to know how to reduce their risk of breast cancer and while there are a number of factors that can contribute to your level of risk, there are preventive methods that you can implement to your lifestyle. Stay Active Maintaining an active lifestyle is an important step to breast cancer prevention. Research has suggested that women who increase their physical activity reduce the risk of cancer between 10 -30 percent. Adding a brisk 30 minute walk to your…

Recipes for Great-Tasting German Food

By Carlos on October 6, 2020 Food & Drink

Developing an affinity for great tasting German food begins with learning how to choose the ingredients that are part of traditional German recipes. There are comfort food recipes that will help you make a German dinner to remember. Einz Zwei Drei When you are in a hurry at lunchtime and hanker for a German sandwich (belegte Brote), keep a few of these ingredients handy. . Bratwurst, knackwurst or leberwurst . Sauerkraut . German mustard . Thinly sliced onion . German rye or sourdough rye bread Directions: • Slice bread about 3/4 inches thick. (You can use one slice or two,…

The Benefits of Eating Super Foods

By Carlos on October 5, 2020 Food & Drink

Super foods are rich in nutrition and should be a part of your every day diet. They are packed with minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants that can decrease your chances of having a stroke or getting diagnosed with cancer or a heart disease. Super foods also have the ability to improve your immune system and decrease inflammation and can help you maintain a healthy complexion while strengthening your hair and nails. Here is a look at some super foods you should add to your diet. Berries Berries have high levels of flavonoids in them that can help lower the risk of…

Best Recipes for National Taco Day

By Carlos on October 4, 2020 Food & Drink

Tacos are a delicious and simple to prepare, it’s a playful meal that your family can partake in making. Bring the flavors of Mexico into your home with these simple and easy tips for National Taco Day. Shopping Essentials Toppings Purchase toppings used to decorate your tacos including lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, limes and jalapeños. Taco Shells Choose any type of taco shell, including flour tortillas, corn tortillas, and pre-made or hard taco shells. Taco Filling Select the filling for the tacos. There is a variety of meat to choose from: chicken, ground beef, fish, shrimp,…

Awesome Autumn Decorating Ideas

By Carlos on October 3, 2020 Seasonal

Are you ready to embrace fall and make your home coordinate with the coming season? Check out some of the fun decorating ideas for autumn that will transform your home. Use Pedestals If you love baking and sharing baked goods with others, you probably have a few cake stands tucked away in your cabinet. Autumn is the perfect time to get those stands out and create a display that visitors will love. White stands and pedestals are great because white puts the focus on your decorations, but you might want to go with black stands when creating a Halloween display.…

How to Protect Your Car from Fall Leaf Damage

By Carlos on October 2, 2020 Wheels and Water

As the seasons change, leaves develop their vibrant hues before falling from the trees and covering anything in its path. Even though leaves look beautiful, they do damage when it comes to your car. Here are ways protect your vehicle from potential leaf damage. How Can Leaves Damage Your Car? If the fallen leaves sit on your car for too long, it can damage to your paint. Leaves contain pollen, sap, and other acidic things, that can damage the clear-coat on your car. Wet leaves release more acid during the decomposition process and can completely break through a clear coat;…

Ways to Get Fit with your Family

By Carlos on September 29, 2020 Health & Wellness

Getting fit can be fun when you include the entire family. By making it a family affair you can all help motivate one another to eat better and get more exercise while having fun together. You and your spouse will enjoy the energy that results from a healthier lifestyle while the kids will be able to develop good habits that can last a lifetime. Best of all, getting fit with your family is a wonderful way to find room for both family time and exercise in your busy schedule. The Fitness Challenge The best way to get the entire family…

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