If you think you have nothing in common with black or brown bears, consider your winter living habits as compared to theirs. Let’s keep it simple – to a certain extent, both species engage the ancient craft of hibernation. For bears it’s a good thing, part of their cycle of life. For humans, staying closer...
For many Connecticut residents, cutting down a Christmas tree is a treasured tradition. In addition to the fun and attendant memories, nothing beats the beauty and fresh scent of a freshly cut tree. But before heading out this or any other year – saw and hot cocoa in hand – there are some important tips...
Ready for a positive spin on winter? Okay, here it comes. With all the time you spend indoors here in Central Connecticut, you have more time to unwind, catch up on your reading, and otherwise take a season-long breather from your otherwise busy lifestyle. That doesn’t sound so awful, does it? Still, you know what...
When it comes to healthy, glowing skin, one thing is certain: what we eat has a direct impact on how we look. A diet high in processed foods, sugar, and fat is likely to leave your skin looking dull, dry, oily, and acne-ridden. On the other hand, lean proteins, healthy oils, raw vegetables and fruit,...
What’s so bad about sugar? Pretty much everything, especially when you consider that sugar can lead to a wide array of diseases that include cancer, diabetes, heart problems, and many others. Here’s some background information on current levels of sugar intake across the US: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that the average...
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) suggests that expecting moms get at least 30 minutes or more of moderate exercise per day, most (if not all) days of the week. Easier said than done, you might say? Isn’t that always the way with health-related tips? And while not all of them pay off,...
