For those of you on this drug or know someone on it, be aware of this major side effect. I was taking an updated nursing class on antidepressant and behavior drugs and learned about this new development. Depakote or Valporic Acid is used for seizures, headaches, and mood disorders. Research has determined that it may increase…Read more »
Better Balance
Have you noticed that your balance is off? Those that have scoliosis and have problems with their joints may notice this problem. To lower your risk of falls and to improve your balance, try this exercise. Hold onto the back of a chair for support and rise up on the balls of your feet. Hold for…Read more »
Brave
Source: Brave
Those Magical Beans
Beans are packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Researchers have found that beans have the power to prevent muscle shrinkage, keep your joints moving freely, and makes your muscles stronger. Red, kidney, and pinto beans rank the highest of antioxidant foods. So eat your beans.
Brain Fog
Did you know that sniffing peppermint stimulates the part of the brain responsible for energy and attention? Researchers have found that peppermint helps those who are fatigued.
Peanut And Macadania Nut Balls
Originally posted on Cooking Up The Pantry:
Now, I know that these aren’t healthy but they are very tasty and easy to make when you suddely have to make morning tea for your child’s cricket team, I speak from personal experience here! I like mixing the sugars up a bit, dark muscovado sugar is a…
Coyotes living on the prairies
Christopher Martin Photography On my frequent drives in search of snowy owls this winter, I often see coyotes. I admire how these creatures thrive during the winter and enjoy being able to watch them hunt mice across the fields. Here are a couple from the past month or so. And a few more where individuals were…Read more »
Coffee, Cheesecake
Barriers of Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a pattern of coercion or assault used by an adult or adolescent to force a partner to comply with his wishes. This control includes physical, psychological, and sexual abuse. Conservative estimates put the number of women assaulted by their partner at 2 to 4 million per year. Despite an increased focus, there…Read more »
A sunny snowy morning
Christopher Martin Photography Snowy owls have been a focus of mine this winter. Last Saturday I was east of Calgary again – touring the back roads, looking for owls and, when they were found, working to not spook them. A few of my earlier visits to the prairies have been frigid experiences. That day was…Read more »