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How to Prevent (and Treat) Frostbite in Chickens
There are four articles in this series on different strategies for cold-weather chicken care. This article explores how to prevent and treat frostbite in chickens.

How A Minimalist Mom Deals With Menstruation
Someone once said, “How you do anything is how you do everything.” I think the same can be said about our periods. How you do

Do It Yourself Swimming Pool for Less than $100
Want a new pool in time for spring and summer but don’t have the money to make it happen? Just do it yourself!!! Below you

What is a Flower Essence? Feature on Turks Cap
Catherine and her friend Juliet talk about flower essences at Barton Springs in Austin, Texas. Turks Cap is a native Texas flower, named ofter is

ADHD or food? Which is the culprit?
Behavior challenges in young boys? Is medication our only choice? What about diet? Personally, I believe our society is doing a huge disservice to our

DIY Physical Therapy for your Ailing or Injured Pet
Written by Susan E. Davis, PT The question: “Wow, can I really do Physical Therapy on my own Pet?” The answer: “Yes, with some help

Traditional Wooden Bikes Still in Use by Filipino Tribesmen
Remember your childhood bicycle? Made from metal, rubber, and other modern materials, that bike likely took you to friends’ homes, the local playground, maybe the

LA County Stops the Use of Roundup Weedkiller on All County Property
Another blow comes to the herbicide giant Monsanto, as Los Angeles County decides to stop the use of all RoudUp weedkiller products for lawn control

Brave New Babies: 3D Printed Gelatin Ovaries Have Success In Mice
Science just took another big step, creating a 3D printed reproductive organ that could potentially lead to a cure for infertility in women. “A true

Learn the Mosquito Magnets: Blood Type, Pregnancy, Clothing, and How To Repel Them!
New research has proven mosquitoes prefer to bite some people more than others. In a feature by WebMD, Jerry Butler, PhD, professor emeritus at the

What if Black Friday Sales are Overblown Hype?
Every year, it seems like people get hyped up over holiday shopping earlier and earlier. By Halloween, the Winter-holiday pressure is already on. You’ll hear

Top 3 Reasons You Should Live in an RV Full-Time
There are so many reasons to live in an RV, having a house on wheels has some incredible perks and some might surprise you. Here