Ways To Tell If Your Cat Is In Pain
If you suspect your cat is in pain, take her to the vet as soon as possible. Feline pain study A study published in the February 24, 2016, edition of the journal PLOS One entitled “Behavioural Signs of Pain in Cats: An Expert Consensus” found that 25 signs were “considered sufficient to indicate pain, but no single sign was considered necessary...
Do You Have A Side Hustle? Here’s Why You Should…
The workforce has changed. People telecommute more frequently or work as contractors these days, and many nine-to-fivers have taken on second gigs to earn extra money or pursue their passions. Our current economy is perfect for a “side hustle,” either for extra cash or as a foray into a new career. Here’s why you should start thinking about your...
Are You Married To A Psychopath?
Psychopath. The word conjures larger-than-life criminal figures. Ted Bundy killed at least 30 women. No remorse. Elizabeth Bathory killed hundreds. Charles Manson used his charm and wit to rise to power as an infamous cult leader. There are more. There are many more. They all share a range of personal characteristics and attributes: smart, charismatic people with a grandiose...
Kids Read To Dogs At Animal Shelter To Improve Chances Of Adoption
Children sit outside the shelter dog’s kennel and read to them. It’s a quiet, calming activity and helps both shy and rambunctious dogs. For the former, the reading helps the dogs feel more comfortable around people, while the latter teaches them that tranquility is a plus. Humane Society of Missouri Founded in 1870, the Humane Society of Missouri is “dedicated...
Are Negative Thoughts Causing Your Headache?
Have you ever felt like your head is going to crack from too much stress? Most people have. A tension headache is the most common type of headache — yet the causes are not well understood, according to the Mayo Clinic. Your mind not only helps relieve the immediate grip of a tension headache, it also gets to the...
Whole Foods Is Going Solar
It's so refreshing to see big corporations switching to cleaner energy sources. The latest to jump onto the solar train is organic retailer Whole Foods Market. Whole Foods recently announced that they will partner with SolarEnergy to have many of their stores redesigned with solar energy systems. According to the current deal, SolarCity, which was co-founded by Elon Musk, will...
Gluten-Free And Vegan Breakfast Muffins
White flour, processed sugars, processed fats, preservatives, high calories … yikes! Store-bought muffins can be a ticking time bomb. Instead, why not bake up a fresh batch of muffins at home — muffins that pack a punch of nutrition and are vegan-friendly and gluten-free. Enjoy! —Katherine Marko Katherine Marko is a freelance writer, author and blog creator. Her areas of expertise...
Tyson Announces Antibiotic-Free Pork
In late February, Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., a subsidiary of Tyson Foods, announced a new line of pork, one which may resonate with consumers who are worried (and rightly so!) about the overuse of antibiotics. The company announced their Open Prairie Natural Pork brand at the Annual Meat Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, and it does look like they are...
This Stinky Sprout Can Lower Your Risk Of Cancer Better Than Broccoli
Every few decades, a new vegetable becomes the popular side dish in restaurants and in diets around the world. A few years ago, that vegetable was kale, but thanks to a resurgence of interest in old-fashioned eating, the lowly and much-hated brussels sprout is the new vegetable queen. Brussels sprouts are more than just a trendy food. In fact, they...
The Unemployment Rate Is Down. Are You Going To Get A Raise?
Not only is there good news, the good news is a verified trend. The US unemployment rate has been steadily declining since 2010. It is currently well below five percent. Meanwhile, 5.5 percent is the magic number whereby economists consider the country to be at “full employment.” So what does this mean to you? As employees become a more...
