A: Yes, the nine essential amino acids that quinoa contains act as natural strengtheners and protect the hair shaft. They also repair damaged hair and promote hair growth. Protein is a key factor in your own hair’s strength. Your strands are made out of keratin, which is a protein (in case you missed that in … Continued

Lactose intolerance — an inability to tolerate dairy products — is one of the most common inherited con- ditions in the world, although the exact prevalence is unknown. Lactose intolerance that develops gradually, called late-onset or adult-onset lactose intolerance, is common in adults. Gastrointestinal disorders can also cause temporary or permanent lactose intolerance. Symptoms of … Continued

Dr. Brian Keegan of Windsor Dermatology, which is home of the Psoriasis & Eczema Treatment Centers of Central New Jersey, is going the extra mile this summer to spread awareness for psoriatic disease. He is teaming with the National Psoriasis Foundation in the Team NPF Cycle campaign. Dr. Keegan will be taking time away from … Continued

By, Lauren Kolacki Growing up, our parents commit us to all different types of activities. Sports, theater, clubs, they’re motivated to help us find our niche. Along the way we discover something much more than that. We build friendships, develop a work ethic and are introduced to experiences that result in life lessons. Our coaches … Continued

Solar heat absorbed through windows and roofs can increase cooling costs, and incorporating shade from landscaping elements can help reduce this solar heat gain. Shading and evapotranspiration (the process by which a plant actively moves and releases water vapor) from trees can reduce surrounding air temperatures as much as 6° F. Because cool air settles … Continued

Borderline personality disorder is a mental illness marked by an ongoing pattern of varying moods, self-image, and behavior. These symptoms often result in impulsive actions and problems in relation- ships. People with borderline personality disorder may experience intense episodes of anger, depression, and anxiety that can last from a few hours to days. People with … Continued

Buying a home and choosing a mortgage can be complicated. It helps to have people you can talk things over with. People tend to do best when they rely on a network of trusted advisors – not just one person – to help them through the process. Your friends, relatives, and co-workers can all serve … Continued

By: Nicole Iuzzolino There always comes a time when our once nicely organized closet becomes stuffed with new purchases and impulse buys. Sometimes it becomes so cramped that it is impossible to even find anything in it. Here are the top five tricks to getting your closet clean and organized again. 1: The Clothing Purge … Continued

By, Pam Teel Did you know that he Kinzua Bridge Viaduct in Pennsylvania was the highest viaduct in the world? It was constructed as an alternative to laying an additional 8 miles of train track over rough terrain along the line leading to McKean County’s coal, lumber, and oil lands. Built of wrought iron, the … Continued

Get a Blast of the Past! By Pam Teel The Middle School 6th graders didn’t have far to walk as they headed across Baird Road to the Historic Baird Homestead and Cultural Resource Center in the beginning of June to learn about what it was like living in the past. Hosted by the Friends of … Continued