Day: February 9, 2012

Every garden is filled with them: millions of unseen weeds. They are dormant seeds that lurk just below the soil surface, ready to spring to life with just the briefest exposure to light. Weeds can choke a garden, robbing it of space, nutrients and water. Allowing weeds to mature compounds the problem, as they are naturally prolific seed producers. They grow aggressively and can be tough to get rid of, because pulling weeds brings more weed seeds to the surface. The good news is that seeds can also be key to winning the war on garden weeds.

Bird watching is quickly becoming one of America’s most popular hobbies and has fans spanning all age ranges, from the young to old. Whether it is the health benefits to people, the increased care for birds, or the scientific observations that occur during time spent watching birds, this hobby certainly creates positive paybacks to all involved.

Struggling to keep those New Year’s resolutions? Don’t worry. Research shows that more than 65 percent of people break their resolutions within three weeks, and that it takes about a month of concerted effort to form a new healthy habit such as routinely working out.

When it comes to eggs, dietary cholesterol and heart health, what you think you know may be a bit scrambled. Concerns over dietary cholesterol and its impact on heart disease keeps many people from eating eggs, despite their nutritional benefits. However, more than 40 years of research shows healthy adults can enjoy an egg every day without significantly impacting their risk of heart disease.

Warmer temperatures, green grass and increased daylight help shake off the winter blues and inspire home and yard improvements to spruce up your surroundings. Whether you’re remodeling to stay put, or putting your home on the market, consider home improvement and design trends as you plan your renovation projects.

Do you love to cook at home? Do you enjoy sharing your talents with friends and family by hosting dinner parties and other festive gatherings? Whether you consider yourself a newbie foodie, or you’ve been an amateur chef for most of your life, visiting a restaurant supply store prior to your party can help you with everything you need.