If you’ll be traveling to Europe this year, and especially if you are staying in a villa or apartment rental while doing so, it’s likely that you’ll notice some differences between European living and the typical “American” approach to life. One of the biggest differences in regards to living space is energy conservation. In brief, Europeans are much more energy…
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National Free Screening For Vascular Disease
A national screening program could help save thousands of lives by diagnosing-and bringing attention to-one of the most undertreated health care concerns for older Americans. Millions of Americans may have vascular disease without even knowing it, according to the American Vascular Association (AVA). Vascular disease outside the heart kills and cripples tens of thousands of Americans every year despite widely…
A Sleepless Nation 70 Million Strong
A new report by the National Academies’ Institute of Medicine shows that between 50 and 70 million Americans struggle with chronic sleep problems, and according to the United States Surgeon General, sleep deprivation and disorders cost the nation $15 billion in health care expenses and $50 billion in lost productivity each year. A lack of sleep can take a toll…
American Standards And European Culture How To Avoid A Disappointing Vacation Experience While Traveling In Europe
Planning a vacation to Europe? No doubt you have certain expectations about your upcoming journey. Perhaps you’re the kind of person who expects to spend your days admiring amazing architecture and prowling world-famous museums for masterpieces. Or maybe you’re going to Europe to meet interesting people, relax on the beach until the sun goes down, and dance the night away…
Fast Food Takes Its Place
What if someone asked you to name the great cuisines of the world? What would you say? French food, of course, is famous. Italians are world-renowned. Greek food has its own following. What about America? Well, what comes to mind when you hear the words “American cuisine”? Personally, I think of the 1950’s drive-up restaurants, with milkshakes and old-fashioned hamburgers…
Information Overload Consumers Seek Easy Ways To Understand Nutrition Information
Low fat, trans fat, no fat; the health benefits (or not) of chocolate, milk, nuts, coffee, etc.-all of this conflicting information is leaving Americans confused and mystified about how to take care of themselves. With the abundance of health and nutrition information in the news every day, it is no wonder that Americans are suffering from health information overload. In…
New Outdoor Furnishings Help Americans Create A Relaxing Oasis
Americans are increasingly looking to outdoor spaces around their homes for a tranquil retreat. In research conducted by the American Home Furnishings Alliance, 42 percent of the homeowners think of their outdoor space as “an outdoor room.” When asked to list the most important attributes for that space, 86 percent said it should be “relaxing.” Sixty percent said it should…
How To Rid Yourself Of Broke Folks In Your Life
Ima Rich is a classy lady. She drives a fancy car, lives in an exclusive neighborhood, and associates with upscale people. However, Ima is one of the “Broke Folks.” She lives paycheck to paycheck. Her life is filled with debts and worries. Although many people envy Ima’s luxurious lifestyle, Ima is constantly haunted by her financial fakeness. The Financial Fact…
Keeping Away From The Joneses Avoiding The Affluenza Epidemic
So you’re out mowing your lawn one day. You happen to glance up from your beat-up old mower across the street, where your neighbor is pulling into his driveway in a brand new luxury sedan while a team of hired gardeners carefully manicure his lush green yard. You don’t get it. His house is the same size as yours and…
Slimming Down For Summer
Hectic summer schedules can distract even the most dedicated exerciser, while backyard barbeques tempt Americans with high-calorie foods and snacks. Since it’s the time of year to start trading winter wraps for warm-weather clothes, many are trying to slim down for summer and find healthy ways to improve their lifestyles. According to a recent survey by Wrigley, nearly 85 percent…