Commentary

The easy way to remove water stains from wood furniture – CNET

On August 1, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Water and wood go together like water goes with oil. When the two mix, there is going to be trouble, and it is usually the wood that is on the latter end of the stick. But, don’t automatically assume that all hope is lost if water has met wood. Instead, use the trick listed here […]

 

Kids learn value of healthy lifestyle, gardening through new Lynchburg program – Lynchburg News and Advance

On August 1, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

This summer, children have been enjoying learning gardening skills and developing a taste for healthy vegetables versus processed foods. This learning opportunity is being provided by Lynchburg Parks and Recreation (in Virginia) through a program called, “Learn, Grow, Eat and Go!” The program is being held at teaching gardens at three of the Lynchburg neighborhood […]

 

Inside the most expensive beach hut in the UK, which is on sale for £280000 despite not having running water … – Business Insider UK

On July 31, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

The price tag is predominantly down to the beach hut’s sought after location, on the exclusive Mudeford Sandspit in Christchurch, Dorset. Another factor is its beautiful presentation. The wooden hut has also undergone a full renovation and modernisation and the result is a luxurious cabin with a sleek timber, seaside-themed interior. A mezzanine level contains […]

 

Nine lifestyle changes can reduce dementia risk, study says – BBC News

On July 31, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk of dementia are now proven by a new study conducted by the Lancet Commission. The study conducted demonstrates that regular exercise, staying hydrated, reducing and omitting risky and unhealthy behaviors such as smoking and drinking can greatly reduce one’s risk of getting dementia. Doing activities that would overall […]

 

What Brexit slowdown? UK housing market shrugs off concerns as property prices creep up – Express.co.uk

On July 30, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

House prices are both a British national obsession and a key driver of the UK’s consumer economy. So what will happen next in the property market? The latest house price news, predictions and market reports are analysed by This is Money’s property expert Simon Lambert. After a slowdown earlier this year, the London market appears […]

 

A healthy lifestyle increases life expectancy by up to 7 years – EurekAlert (press release)

On July 30, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

If you want to live a longer, healthier, and happier life, the key to doing so is simple: Live a healthy lifestyle. New research reveals that taking care of yourself in all aspects adds about 7 years to your life expectancy. You should eat the right foods in the proper portion amounts, exercise, avoid smoking […]

 

Southampton Water fish trap dated to Saxon times – BBC News – BBC News

On July 29, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Prehistoric fishing instruments found randomly on Southampton shore in 2005 give a stark look into the lives of Saxon ancestors. Exeter University archaeologists claim that the astounding find give a new perspective of those who lived on the shore between 680AD and 896AD. Marine archaeologist Dr. John Cooper claims that the discovery has allowed he […]

 

How to perfect your bedtime routine, in five easy steps – Telegraph.co.uk

On July 29, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

You should have a bedtime routine in place by now, but you might not like every single detail about your routine. If this is the case, you should read the details in this article. This information helps you better understand how to easily perfect your bedtime routine. It takes only five simple steps to perfect […]

 

Mobile health apps are not always the best medicine, experts say – The Star Online

On July 28, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

It’s hard to find a pharma or medical device company these days that doesn’t have at least one mobile app in development. And now that, as of February 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued guidance on which apps need to be regulated and which ones don’t, it will be interesting to […]

 

Fracking can contaminate rivers and lakes with radioactive material, study finds – The Independent

On July 28, 2017, in Commentary, by Erik

Hydro fracking for natural gas and other energy supplies is proving to be very hazardous. In Pennsylvania, the industry has a plant to ‘clean-up’ all the wastewater fracking generates. Even with the plant, the pollution being found is at high levels. Read this piece to learn more about the research findings from Penn State U., […]