It is inevitable, spend a few hours in a confined space with a couple hundred other bodies at 30-K+ ft and we are likely going to get sick, yes? It is true that traveling carries certain risks to our health, catching a cold is not a foregone conclusion. From reducing our exposure to germs to prepping our […]
FLASH: Spring arrives Wednesday, 20 March at 5:58p EDT. The northeastern United States will get a reminder that Winter is still in session with colder and blustery conditions in store this weekend and below-average temperatures forecast for several days next week. While far from the coldest conditions experienced over the Winter, the colder air coming […]
FLASH: Breathing cold air is almost impossible to avoid during Winter months, but there are known health risks everyone should know about before going outdoors in extreme cold. You know the temperature is low if you can see your breath after you exhale. The water vapor in the moist air you inhaled condenses into a […]
When you travel in the Winter places are emptier and the pace is slower, and prices are cheaper These are the things that greatly enhance your ability to really enjoy the local culture. For tourists who list natural beauty as a priority for traveling, I would say Winter has just as much to offer as […]
Schools closed across Washington State as Winter snowstorms hammered the Northwest again as a larger weather system wreaked havoc in the region and brought snow to Hawaii. Seattle’s metro area had already been hit by 3 snow storms this month and the National Weather Service reports that Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has received 14.1 ins of […]
Extremely cold temperatures are deadly in many areas of the Northeast and Midwest areas of the US, as it is experiencing the worst deep freeze in decades. In this conditions our bodies works overtime, and Winter can wreak havoc with the immune system as people struggle with extreme weather, lack of Sunshine and more cases […]
Bone-chilling cold that paralyzed a chunk of the US this week and killed at least 18 people eased Friday as the Arctic air mass retreated ahead of a warmer-than-normal weekend in areas of the Midwest and Northeast. In Chicago, where the temp dipped as low as -22F (-30C) this week, temperatures of 22F (-5.5C) by […]
The deadly deep freeze grasping the Midwest sent temperatures plunging Wednesday to rival some of the coldest places in the world, triggering widespread closures of schools and businesses, and the canceling of more than 1,600 flights to and from Chicago’s airports. The US Postal Service even took the rare step of suspending mail delivery across […]
President Trump took a jab at global warming late Monday, urging it to “come back fast” as temperatures are set to dip to way below freezing in the Midwest. “In the beautiful Midwest, windchill temperatures are reaching minus 60 degrees, the coldest ever recorded,” President Trump tweeted. “In coming days, expected to get even colder. People […]
Some Dogs Need a Winter Wardrobe, does yours? A Key sign that your dog is feeling uncomfortably chilly is a hesitance to go outside to relieve himself. And if he is tracking you like a heat-seeking missile, lying on you or in contact with you, it’s another sign he is having trouble maintaining body heat. […]
A massive Winter storm system is forecast to sweep across the Midwest into New England, bringing up to 2 feet snow accumulations and high winds. The National Weather Service (NWS) Friday had Winter storm warnings and watches in effect from the Dakotas, across the Great Lakes states and into New England. Forecasters say the storm […]
This is the height of cold and flu season in North America and Europe, and many people have come down with respiratory illnesses post-Holidays Stress wreaks havoc with the immune system. The Big Q: What about the people who live through the winter months without a sniffle, what is their secret? The Big A: According […]
Lots of people rely on Grandma’s chicken noodle soup to soothe a cold, but few know exactly why the broth brings relief. Here a dietitian explains its magic. “Studies have shown that a hearty bowl of chicken noodle soup may help clear nasal congestion and ease cold symptoms,” said Sandy Allonen, a clinical dietitian at […]
Winter for many people is dark, cold, often wet and icy. Coming down with a cold or the flu is a commonplace and depression often happens in this season Energy can be in short supply too. So,staying motivated to do anything other than sitting by the fire under a warm blanket can be a task […]
In These Places It Is Summer 12 Months a Year Sweeping cold fronts, freezing rain and the 1st snowfalls of the year are hitting destinations across the Northern Hemisphere, and the idea of escaping to a warmer front is on many peoples minds. And Yes there are lovely places untouched by these falling temperature. Now, […]
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) M-3 Showing Its Flaws in the Cold $TSLA The Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) M-3 is going to see its 1st serious Winter in the next few months and some owners are already reporting a few important cold weather issues. While Tesla officially started deliveries of M- 3 last year, the first few months of deliveries […]
Vitamin C Offers Powerful Protection Against Cold and Flu Research supports the use of vitamin C during a common cold to reduce the duration of symptoms. Typically, the higher the dose you take the better the results during a cold. However, there are limitations when taking oral vitamin C, as it can cause loosen bowels. You can get […]
Eat Oysters the Right Way The season for oysters is in full swing. Or… is it? Is that old adage that you should only consume raw oysters in a month that contains the letter “r” actually true? What if you want whiskey, not Champagne, with your oyster? Well, I am here to tell you that some of […]
Rare, Dangerous Snow Squalls to Hit Great Lakes and Northeast US Rare and dangerous snow squalls to hit Great Lakes, interior Northeast in wake of Nor’easter Biting winds and travel-snarling snow squalls will sweep through the Great Lakes and interior Northeast during the 1st half of this week. Inland areas that will be spared from […]
Its Flu Season, Feel Sick, Take Care, Stay Home It is inevitable that during the Winter months that colds spread through offices like wildfires. It does not have to be that way. Dr. Kelly Powers says that although Winter viruses are common, there are ways you can lesson your chances of catching a cold or […]
Shoveling Snow Raises the Risk of a Heart Attack The week’s massive winter storm, which brought much of the US mid-west and east to a standstill, also hiked heart attack risk due to snow shoveling. There are ways to shovel snow safely. “When winter comes, doctors know that the heart attack tally is about to […]
Protect Your Skin From Cold, Dry Weather In Summer, you probably know you need to use sunscreen. But did you know there are steps you should take to protect your skin in the winter as well? Cold and dry weather can turn skin coarse, irritated, and lead to premature aging. This situation is made worse […]
Germany Brings Home Some of its Gold Reserves $GLD Germany’s central bank has brought much of its Gold reserve back to Frankfurt, the Bundesbank said earlier this month, restoring a Key element of economic stability the country had sent overseas for safekeeping at the height of the Cold War. Guarded well out of Moscow’s reach […]
US and Russia Are Not in a New Cold War A senior Russian official said Wednesday that Russia and the United States are not in a new Cold War despite existing tensions. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov denounced the US sanctions against Russia, but emphasized that the current tension “isn’t equivalent to confrontation that may […]
Washing Your Hands, Hot or Cold Water Works You do not need to scald your hands to get rid of germs, for effective hand hygiene, water temperature matters less than time, new research states. The finding runs counter to US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines recommending that food establishments and restaurants deliver water at […]
Outdoor Grilling is Fun, Make it Memorable, Do it Correctly It is Memorial Day and time to bring out the outdoor grill, clean it up, and start preparing memorable meals this weekend. I love how food tastes when it’s prepared on a grill. But hang on, experts warn that grilling can be dangerous to our […]
George Smiley is Back in New Le Carre Novel George Smiley is Back in the Action After a hiatus of more than 25 years, John le Carre, 85 anni, is again writing about one of the world’s most famous fictional spies. Viking said Tuesday that le Carre’s “A Legacy of Spies” will come out on 5 […]
Here are Some Herbal Cold Remedies 1. Echinacea: This is 1 of the most popular Native American medicinal plants. The research using Echinacea tea is not consistent. The studies that demonstrated the best effect at shortening the length of a cold occurred when you drink 2 to 3 cups of Echinacea tea per day starting […]
Here are Some Vitamins for Colds 1. Zinc: Zinc is nutritionally essential for immune function. Zinc lozenges and powder are available for use during a cold or the flu that can shorten the length of the cold if there is a slight deficiency. The human body uses these micronutrients in a balanced state. Too much […]
Snow, Rain, Wind, Severe Weather Across the US Travel ranging from daily commutes to cross-country could be affected by a significant storm in the central and eastern United States next week. A major storm with heavy rain, ice, snow, gusty winds and the potential for severe weather is likely next week in the central and […]
Starting to Feel Sick, This is What to Eat Hippocrates, the Father of Modern Medicine, is credited with saying: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” That advice, which dates to 400 BC, still prevails today add to that really good water from Penta 5 USA. It is particularly relevant when you are […]
Chicago Agriculture Commodities Finished Lower $SOYB, $CORN, $WEAT Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) agriculture grains futures finished lower Tuesday with Soybean futures tumbling to a nearly 1-month low, as rain in Argentina’s dry crop belts kept South America on track for a bumper harvest. The most active Corn contract for March delivery fell 3 cents, […]
Deep Freeze Weather: Good or Bad for US Retailers? $AMZN, $UNG Cold Arctic air is covering the northern part of the USA, demand for Nat Gas to heat US homes is expected to spike, plus a lot of US retailers are hoping that demand for cold-weather gear will spike too. Retailers want enough cold weather […]
This Winter Protect Yourself Against Frost Bite & Hypothermia A polar vortex is bringing extreme cold and winds to the central and eastern United States this week, and millions of Americans are being warned to guard against frostbite and hypothermia. Wind chills could fall to 30 to 40 degrees below Zero in some areas. In […]
Cold & Flu Season Looms, Supercharge Your Immune System With cold and flu season looming, it is a good time to boost your immune system to fight off viral and bacterial infections, and other annoying bugs. Researchers say that we spread infections more easily in Winter months simply because we spend more time together inside. […]
Drinking a Freshly Brewed Cup of Organic Coffee is a Sensory Experience Drinking a freshly brewed cup of excellent Organic coffee is an sensory experience. First, we are greeted by the steaming aroma, so evocative of the earth. As you take your first sip your taste buds will be inundated with an extraordinarily full-bodied mouth […]
