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Are you ready to give your skin a boost for summer? It’s time to get some sun and get some Vitamin C, which helps even out skin tone, minimize signs of aging, and boost collagen production. One Vitamin C-packed formula, TruSkin Vitamin C Serum, has garnered more than 94,000 five-star reviews from Amazon shoppers and is discounted to just $19 this Memorial Day weekend, down from its original price of $30.If you’re looking to save even more, check out our roundup of Amazon’s best Memorial Day deals and best Memorial Day deals .AmazonFormulated to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and…
Huffington PostWith your summer plans still a bit shaken up this year, you may not be sure exactly how many people you’ll invite over the long holiday weekend – or who you’ll even invite over at all. For occasions like these, we’ve compiled a list of fresh, summery, and fuss-free dishes that can be served as part of a bigger menu or on their own for a quiet evening.If you’re looking to indulge in some grilled delights, try the Grilled Corn with Sriracha Aioli or Grilled Caesar Salad. If you’re in the mood for a DIY salad bar, there are…
Grant Williams / Instagram If you’re a basketball fan, you know that the nutritional needs of NBA athletes who engage in intense physical activities are different from the average person. However, the basics of healthy food choices and eating a balanced diet remain the same. Have you ever wondered what a basketball player’s daily meal plan looks like during the season? manual To find out, we spoke with NBA star Grant Williams, who currently plays for the Charlotte Hornets but was selected by the Boston Celtics in the 2019 NBA Draft. In speaking with Grant, we learned that he’s passionate…
Memorial Day is almost here, and many of our favorite brands and retailers are offering discounts sitewide, including bestsellers we love. The holiday is a good time to save on a new mattress, fresh sheets or off-season apparel, according to experts in our Memorial Day shopping guide.As someone who frequently covers sales for shopping events like Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Labor Day, I know how to parse good deals from lackluster ones. I’m also a seasoned tech reporter who frequently tries and reviews headphones, TVs and other products often on sale. Below, we rounded up our favorite on-sale items…
Photo: Emma Delk 89-year-old Robert Cole said he will keep running “until God brings me home.” Robert Cole ran his first road race, then called the Elby’s Distance Race, in downtown Wheeling in 1977 at age 46. Since then, he’s run races every year, from the Big Boy Classic to what is now the Ogden Newspapers Wellness Weekend hosted by West Virginia University School of Medicine. Cole ran his first 20K race while he was pastor at Mount Olivet United Methodist Church. After participating in every 20K race, he continued running even when the course changed…
Midfielder Cari Roccaro’s move to the Red Stars at the start of 2023 marks her second cross-border move in two years.Admittedly, it wasn’t an easy transition for her when she joined the organization. The uncertainty following two big trades affected her greatly. That, plus the fact that the Red Stars were in flux, with no ownership and a lack of resources, made it even more difficult.”Honestly, it’s just blending it all together and just trying to hold up,” Roccaro said. “That’s what people don’t realize when they’re watching the game. People don’t really know what’s going on in someone’s mind.”It…
Sheri Burcham Family Life Educator So far in this column, we’ve written about the benefits nature has for our physical and mental health.There is a growing body of research supporting this, and in the future the Illinois Extension Office will be releasing several resources to share with the public about wellness in nature.Here’s another great article by horticulture educator Emily Swihart about forest bathing, or the practice of immersing yourself in a forest or woodland.Emily says: “As May flowers begin to bloom and we celebrate the arrival of spring, we also look to Mental Health Awareness Month – an important…
This photo shows my sister Susan looking happy at our mother’s home in St. Louis County a few years ago. She passed away in February after a long battle with mental illness. Courtesy of Charles BollingerMy sister Susan’s typical expression when someone points a camera at her. This is taken from her high school graduation photo album that was in my paternal grandparents’ house. Courtesy of Charles BollingerCharles BollingerMatt Kampf/IntelligencerI would like to know who the good Samaritans were who saved my sister from freezing to death as she was screaming at ghosts from the side of the road at…
Canadian singer, songwriter and producer Devin Townsend He guest-starred in a recent episode “Fill the void with Xtina and Tim”a new podcast about mental health, music making, and staying alive. Christina Rowat and Tim CharlesAustralian violinist and clean vocalist NE ObliviscarisYou can listen to the entire 80-minute discussion on Spotify. Some highlights include: Youtube Check out the clip below.When asked how his personality reflects his mental state, Devin Answer (transcript: Blabber Mouse): “I think it’s a positive thing. I think I’ve realised in the course of doing this work how much of a sense there is of engaging with different…
The Paleo diet is one of the most popular diets in the world. Also known as the caveman diet or stone age diet, it is based on the foods our ancestors ate during the Paleolithic period, between 2.5 million and 10,000 years ago.”A simple guideline for the paleo diet is to avoid anything that looks like it’s made in a factory,” says registered dietitian Natalie Burrows. The recommended foods include lean meat, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds — foods that were once available through hunting and gathering. Not only does it appeal to those looking to lose weight, it’s…