Americans have been boosting their protein intake for years. Now comes a new food push: an uptick in high fiber foods.
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These days, content creators, independent gyms and megachains alike are promoting calisthenics, an age-old form of fitness that uses little or no equipment.
Though it may sound counterintuitive, eating snacks can actually help stabilize your blood sugar and prevent erratic swings, Dr. Florence Comite says.
Nearly half of Americans are affected by cardiovascular disease, while about 1 in 4 live with a mental health condition.
“I love living in Las Vegas,” says the 54-year-old actor and father of four with wife Rhea. “This was such a great decision for us as a family.”
I recently purchased an asparagus fern, which now, after a few weeks of tender loving care, has decided to go bonkers. It is sending up spikes of growth with little or no “leaves” on it! Should these be trimmed or left alone and see how they end up?
Mono Lake is one of the most unusual bodies of water you’ll ever experience. So concentrated are its salts that fish can’t live in it, and human beings are so buoyant they have a hard time sinking.
Question: We had a problem with our Thompson seedless grapes. The grapes are about the size of a BB and dried up and fell off.
Question: My grapevines are not growing as usual. I have had them for seven years. They always give me nice big leaves, but this year, they are very small and brown like they are dying or lacking something.
I’m guessing you are a lot like me: got to try new things, experience new environs, keep things fresh. But when that new restaurant or store opens, we’re there. Same goes with golf courses.
Question: I would love to plant op-a-la-ah (not sure of spelling) cactus, the kind that looks like Mickey Mouse ears and grows red cactus pears, also known as prickly pears. Several of my neighbors have them. The problem is the tiny stickers on the fruit. I have heard that there is a variety that does not have stickers. Please advise me what they are called.
Of all the ways one could see the Grand Canyon, one of the very best is to hike across it, rim to rim. It is a tough physical hike, and the logistics are complicated, as you need to get camping permits in advance and arrange transportation from the destination rim back to the trailhead where you presumably left your vehicle.
Question: I planted a five gallon loquat in my front yard three months ago in April. It seemed to be taking just fine at first. A few weeks ago, I noticed the older leaves were beginning to turn brown, and the newer leaves seem to be shriveling up. When I purchased it, I was told it was OK to plant in full sun. During this heat, I drip water it every two days. I estimate it receives about six gallons per watering. I check the soil regularly to make sure the soil is not drying out. Any thoughts?
Question: This picture I sent to you shows my chewed Genovese basil. If you enlarge the picture you will see small insects resembling those who ate the leaves of the plant. What can I do without poisoning my basil?
If you are looking for a great summer destination that affords cool temperatures and more outdoor opportunities than you would expect in any town, consider pointing your wagon toward Big Bear Lake, Calif.
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This year has flown by, and just like that, Christmas trees will be arriving at all Star Nursery Locations! Before you head out to find your perfect holiday centerpiece, let’s talk about where these beautiful trees come from and how to keep them fresh and fragrant throughout the season.
A local developer sold a four-story medical-office building near St. Rose Parkway.
Type 1 diabetes, sometimes called juvenile diabetes, is one of the most common chronic diseases affecting children and teens and has no known cure.
The Las Vegas preserve’s 3½ miles of trails can provide a healthy dose of exercise, nature and history.
The hospital is anticipated to break ground in early 2026 and open by 2030. The hospital’s design, clinical activities and workforce planning, which includes recruitment, are underway.
