QUESTION: What can you do or what can a homeowner do when faced with flooding from rain, or other high-water event, or severe weather creating widespread damage in your area? ANSWER: Below is a list of suggested practices to help you stay safe on your property when extreme weather events occur. FOR FLOOD SAFETY: Don’t … Continued

Ingredients: 1/2 cup almond butter 1 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped pitted dates, raisins or prunes 1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt 1/2 small serrano pepper (optional), finely chopped 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets and lightly steamed 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus … Continued

These muffins are such a delicious treat. You won’t even notice the difference! Ingredients: 9 bananas 1 1⁄2 cup nut butter 1⁄2 cup cocoa powder 1 1⁄2 cup blueberry Preparation: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. 2. In a bowl, mash the bananas with a fork. 3. Add nut butter and mix until combined. 4. Divide … Continued

Ingredients: 1/2 cup quick-cooking rolled oats 6 ounces kale, stems removed, leaves roughly chopped (about 4 packed cups) 6 ounces kale, stems removed, leaves roughly chopped (about 4 packed cups) 4 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped 1 large egg 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 1/4 cup skim milk Kosher salt and … Continued

Tuna is great source of lean protein and with B vitamins and also contain omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s have lately been associated with all kinds of health benefits from warding off depression and cognitive decline to reduc- ing inflammation and the risk of heart disease. The evidence is so good that the American Heart Association … Continued

Men are more likely than women to drink excessively. Excessive drinking is associated with significant increases in short-term risks to health and safety, and the risk increases as the amount of drinking increases. Men are also more likely than women to take other risks (e.g., drive fast or without a safety belt), when combined with … Continued

Croup is an acute respiratory condition that makes breathing more difficult. Learning the facts about croup can help you manage this common childhood illness calmly and effectively when it strikes your child and helps you know when the time has come to call your doctor or head to the emergency room for medical attention, if … Continued

As parents, we want our child to grow and develop into a happy, confident individual. Every child is different, and even children within the same family may have varying needs and issues. But, needs such as self-esteem are universally important for all children. Self-esteem is the way you feel about yourself. When children feel confident … Continued

A new study found that, for healthy older adults, taking a low-dose aspirin each day didn’t extend life or prevent a first heart attack or stroke. Heart diseases and stroke are the leading causes of death and disability in older adults in the U.S. These are often caused by blood clots that form in the … Continued

By Glenna Rosenberg I don’t think many people realize the importance of photographs. Having photographs to look at around the home is amazing. However, when you add Grandparents to any photograph it becomes beautiful. Yesterday, I had an amazing opportunity to take family photographs of a Grandmother and her Granddaughter, the family photo session was … Continued