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COPD, also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a condition in which the lungs become clogged. This can lead to symptoms such as inflammation, difficulty breathing and more. One’s diet significantly impacts this condition, whether it be negative or positive. There are, however, foods that should definitely be avoided.

Some people over the age of 50 fear starting their own businesses because of concerns about financial security, their ages and the general misconception that entrepreneurship is the exclusive province of talented code writers around the age of 20. Contrary to popular opinion, people older than 50 are more successful when starting their own businesses.

As we live longer, becoming financially stable for retirement has become even more of a priority. Feeling financially stable in retirement means evaluating your priorities with your family members and making a plan for how to achieve your goals.

What is a medical alert system and how do they operate? There are now many different types of medical alert systems available. This can make it overwhelming for those who want to be sure to choose the best option for their elderly loved ones.

Feng shui is an ancient Chinese philosophical system which places emphasis on energy flow through one’s environment. It also borrows some beliefs from Taoism, including the yin yang principle. As such, Feng Shui is concerned with how the spatial arrangement of items in one’s home or work space may help to achieve balance and harmony.

A whopping 40% of all food in America spoils and gets thrown away. To put that into personal terms, you toss out $2,275 worth of food every year. Stock up on the essential foods we’ve listed below, and you’ll never have to worry about them going bad — these foods basically never expire! You’ll cut your food waste, and you’ll also be well-prepared for when the zombie apocalypse arrives.

Today, people view gluten like it’s a James Bond villain — dangerous, and always lurking where you don’t suspect it. Whether you’re allergic to gluten or simply want to avoid it for health reasons, these gluten-free substitutes for some of your favorite foods prove you don’t need gluten to feast like royalty.

It seems as though we, as a society, are more stressed than ever before. This may be due to the economy, health problems, or a lifestyle that doesn’t prioritize self-care. You probably know that being stressed doesn’t feel good. But, you may not be aware of the many negative health effects of stress.

Once upon a time, peanut butter-and-jelly sandwiches were edgy and strange. Today, we live in an age of pushing boundaries and going where no chef has gone before. The following food combinations are so wrong, they’re just right. From contradictory flavors to complimentary textures, when you see these strange bedfellows you’ll first raise an eyebrow, then you’ll raise your fork and be unable to put it back down.

It’s important to ask yourself a few tough questions before becoming pregnant, because once you’ve started down the path of adding to your family, you can’t go back. It’s important that you and your spouse are on the same page, and to make this easier, we’ve come up with a list of questions that will help you figure out the right time to start your family. Check them out!