Enhance your wedding with memorable aromas

Weddings are a feast for the senses. Anyone who’s been part of planning a wedding knows that every detail of the sights, sounds and tastes of the event are given attention. But what about the aromas? You can make your special day even more memorable by using the clean, natural scents of pure essential oils to create the perfect atmosphere for your celebration.

Health alert – picking the right team to tackle opioid painkiller dependence

Prescription painkiller dependence has reached epidemic levels in the United States. In 2010, twelve million Americans reported misuse of prescription painkillers in just one year. Former pro-football quarterback and current sports analyst, Ray Lucas, fell victim to these statistics. After facing his own addiction, he sought help and is sharing his story in the hopes that Americans will take a stand and tackle the addiction problem.

River cruises: Allowing travel to lesser known intimate destinations

There’s a groundswell movement among today’s travelers. They are no longer satisfied with seeing the standard sights in the standard way; these travelers are a part of that movement which seeks richer knowledge, new perspectives and one-of-a-kind experiences. Travelers who identify with this type of movement are finding that river cruises are one of the best ways to see the world.

School lunch vs. bag lunch: What’s best for your kids?

Bag it or buy it? What’s healthier and what will they eat? It’s a question faced by parents each school year. Often, there’s an assumption that bagging is better, but there’s also the convenience and choices of school lunch to consider. Good news: both the tray and the tote can be winning meals. A few important facts can help make this year’s lunchtime decisions a breeze.

Back-to-school meals made easy with grapes

The summertime probably felt like it whizzed by, and now you’re getting into the back-to-school mode. Luckily, you can keep a sweet taste of summer in meals and snacks with refreshing grapes from California.

Back to school, back to fitness

No matter how long it’s been since you set foot in a classroom, September can still bring a sense of starting over, which makes it the perfect time of year to take stock of where you are and where you want to be with your general health and level of fitness. You can go “back to school” by enrolling in an exercise class or get a new “teacher” by hiring a personal trainer.

Why more people are installing saltwater pools

One of the hottest summers in US history has sent everyone scurrying into their pools to cool off, and the biggest new trend in swimming pools is salt water. First developed in Australia, saltwater pools offer several advantages over conventional chlorine and have become incredibly popular in the last decade.

High temperatures increase health risks for people with diabetes

For the nearly 26 million Americans living with diabetes, high temperatures and increased sun exposure can pose particularly dangerous health risks. During warm weather, experts caution that people with diabetes must take extra care to avoid serious, heat-related conditions.

Rock-climber with diabetes on a 365-day climbing challenge: With the right tools, gear and attitude, each mountain can be conquered

Steve Richert, a rock-climber and guide is on a year-long journey: facing extreme weather conditions, encountering wild animals and tackling the country’s most spectacular mountain ranges. Richert is climbing in locations across the country for 365 consecutive days all while managing a serious chronic disease, type 1 diabetes.

Planning a wedding? Financial tips to ease your budget and mind

While a wedding is a joyous occasion that both brides- and grooms-to-be eagerly anticipate, the financial aspects of planning and hosting a large, complex event can be completely overwhelming. Getting to the big day without breaking the bank might seem like an impossible task, but with a few smart steps before, during and after the ceremony, you’ll ensure your bank account will remain as strong as your love for each other.

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