Trees — and all plants, for that matter — feel nothing at all, because consciousness, emotions and cognition are hallmarks of animals alone, scientists recently reported in an opinion article. Plants Really Do Respond to The Way We Touch Them, Scientists Reveal. It’s something that plant lovers have long suspected,…
Eating or drinking something cold too fast can trigger a splitting, short-lived headache. This sudden phenomenon, technically called sphenopalatine ganglioneuralgia, is more commonly known as brain freeze or an ice cream headache. It can be extremely uncomfortable, but luckily, it’s harmless. When the cold stimulus is removed, the blood vessels…
It clears up on its own after a few days for many people. In others, especially those with allergies, rhinitis can be a chronic problem. Chronic means it is almost always present or recurs often. Rhinitis can last for weeks to months with allergen exposure. Perennial allergic rhinitis, sometimes known…
Yes, that’s right, watermelon is freezer-friendly. Freezing won’t allow you to bite into a crisp and tender wedge of watermelon in the middle of winter, but it will allow you to make a Creamy Watermelon Smoothie or Watermelon Gazpacho. And it’s a super-simple process. Frozen watermelon will be good for…
Not only can an older man love a younger woman but he also knows how to show his love and affection. Be it through romantic gestures like getting her flowers, understanding her emotional needs or indulging in pillow talk, he makes her feel appreciated and valued. They seek a mentor,…
Dry cereal. Cheerios, Rice Crispies, bran flakes, Chex, or shredded wheat are great for feeding your rat. However, be careful about feeding any cereal that contains a large amount of sugar. If you are interested in having a pet rat, you may have asked yourself “Can Rats Eat Gerber Puffs?”.…
Because they are viewed as temporary, getting tattoos doesn’t violate any Buddhist doctrines or beliefs. Some Buddhists say that tattoos are an unhealthy attachment to the body. However, even monks can have tattoos and some sects actually encourage them as a way to remember Buddhist teachings. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam…
You can freeze celery, but it may lose some of its flavor and crispness. If frozen raw, this veggie lasts up to 2 months, while if you blanch it first, it retains more flavor and lasts 12–18 months. You can freeze celery, but it may lose some of its flavor…
Fasting before blood tests? Yes, in most cases, you may drink black coffee before a “fasting” blood test (or black tea if that’s your preference). These beverages generally will not affect the results of common fasting lab tests, like cholesterol (lipid panel), metabolic panel or blood glucose. Can you drink…
The new EBT cards can be used by our customers anywhere in Ohio as well as in other states. This makes it easy for our customers to access their food stamp benefits in the event of their moving or in emergency situations. You have a right to use your SNAP…