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Spoonful of Positive: Ways to Help Those With Loneliness and Depression

Nurse Next Door Making Lives Better As humans, we strive to live healthily and pursue success and happiness. There needs to be a balance between physical and mental well being. When you think about senior wellness, it's usually associated with physic...

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Spoonful of Positive: How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain

Grateful Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain

BY JOEL WONG, JOSHUA BROWN | JUNE 6, 2017With the rise of managed health care, which emphasizes cost-efficiency and brevity, mental health professionals have had to confront this burning question: How can they help clients derive the greatest possibl...

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Cat Cuddles Man at Home After Surgery, He Doesn't Have a Cat

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​Most people don't think of cats as cuddling creatures .... Andrew Falloon has proof in a photo that they are ... He posted the photo on Twitter, which has now gone Viral.  On a personal note, I have had the honor of having cats, I am a migraine...

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Spoonful of Positive: Love of Pets is Awesome!

DogolderandCat Spoonful of Positive: Love of Pets is Awesome!

Sarge's Animal Rescue Foundation, Inc.: Our Fabulous Volunteers!April 14 at 10:17 AM · Our amazing volunteers work at Sarge's Adoption Center, at the Haywood County Animal Shelter, and with cats at PetSmart, as well as do countless hours fostering ho...

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Pets help older adults cope with health issues, get active, connect with others

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Poll: Pets help older adults cope with health issues, get active and connect with othersFor some, time commitment, cost and allergies stand in the way of pet ownership Date:April 3, 2019Source:Michigan Medicine - University of MichiganSummary:Pets he...

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It's BBQ Time! Grilled Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken Salad

BBQ Grilled Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken Salad

Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken SaladPrep Time10 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time25 mins Grilled Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken Salad that is full of Mediterranean flavours with a dressing that doubles as a marinade!Course: SaladCuisine: Mediterrane...

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It's BBQ Time! Plantpower Potato Salad - Blue Zone Recipes

VegetablesinBasket It's BBQ Time! Side Dish: Plantpower Way Potato Salad

Plantpower Potato Salad - Blue Zone RecipesGrilling, summer cookouts, and potato salad go hand in hand. The Plantpower Way's version of this American favorite is sure to win you over. With fresh vibrant herbs, fresh olives, and powerful pumpkin seeds...

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Polenta Tart with Garlicky White Bean Spread and Cherry Tomatoes

​POLENTA TART WITH GARLICKY WHITE BEAN SPREAD AND ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES RECIPE TYPE: MAIN DISH, ENTREE CUISINE: VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, SOY FREE, NUT FREE AUTHOR: GENA HAMSHAW SERVES: 4-6 SERVINGS FOR A MAIN COURSE OPTION; 8-10 SERVINGS FOR APPETIZER S...

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12 Step Solution for Fighting Suburban Sprawl

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12 Step Solution for Fighting Suburban Sprawl By Todd Shallat, PhD, professor emeritus of history and urban studies and former director of the Center for Idaho History and Politics at Boise State University. He is the sole author of five books and th...

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Spoonful of Positive: Stress Management

Stress Stress - Management

There are many ways to think about stress and how to manage it. The "kitchen stove" analogy is one I often use to talk about stress management:All your life stressors are represented by dishes you're in the process of preparing on a multi-burner stov...

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Grilled Corn Salad

Grilled Corn SaladRecipe by: AMBERT77 "A yummy and easy side for hot summer days! Goes great with your grilled dishes or just to munch on. This recipe will last several days when covered in an airtight container and refrigerated." Ingredients 1 h 10 ...

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Grilled Potato Salad

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Recipe by: Aunt-Nay "No boiling and peeling potatoes or adding mayo with this recipe. Great summer recipe. Enjoy!"DirectionsAdd a notePrintPrep15 mCook30 mReady In55 mPreheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.Place potatoes in a bowl; a...

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World's Best Honey Garlic Pork Chops

BBQ It's BBQ Time!

Ingredients  2 2/3 tablespoons honey  2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce2 cloves garlic, crushed6 (4 ounce) (1-inch thick) pork chops 6 servings208 cals1/2 cup ketchupPreheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.Whisk ketchup, ho...

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WNC Planting Calendar for Annual Vegetables, Fruits, and Herbs

Western North Carolina is a wonderful place to garden. Almost any type of vegetable or fruit can be grown successfully provided you choose appropriate varieties and plant at the right time of year. The climate, the season, and potential pests al...

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It's BBQ Time! 9 Top-Rated Grilled Shrimp Recipes!

GrilledShrimp Grilled Shrimp Recipes!

​The best grilled shrimp recipesOkay, on to the recipes! Here are nine of our absolute favorite shrimp recipes for the grill. 1. Grilled Marinated ShrimpTo make this marinade, mix together olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, and tomat...

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NC Homesteaders MEETUP Fletcher April 26, 2019

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 North Carolina Youtube Homesteaders MEETUP!When: April 26, 20195pm - 7pmWhere: Bill Moore Community Park (aka fletcher park)85 Howard Gap RoadFletcher, NC 29732 Justin's channel: https://bit.ly/2eX4iVsArt & Bri: https://bit.ly/2EoAKA2Hollar...

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Spoonful of Positive: Smiling Can Improve Your Health

SmileHappy Smiling Is Good For Your Health

No matter where you find yourself on this planet or what language you speak, you'll know a smile when you see one. While cross-cultural studies reveal slightly different meanings ascribed to smiling, they appear throughout the lifespan of all human (...

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Spoonful of Positive: Serious loneliness spans adult lifespan, there is a silver lining

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​Feeling alone linked to psychological and physical ills, but wisdom may be a protective factorDate:December 19, 2018Source:University of California - San DiegoSummary:Moderate to severe loneliness can persist across adult lifespans, but researchers ...

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It's BBQ Time! Grilled Sides

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Corn on the cob, uncooked should really only be in your fridge for about 24 hours, but you can push it to 2-3 days and you should still be find.Once the corn is cooked you really need to eat it within a day.Do you know the secret to the best grilled ...

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Healthy Connections:Vital Role in Prevention of Child Abuse

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Raleigh - Apr 5, 2019  -- To highlight the importance of healthy, caring connections between children and their parents and the communities in which they live, Governor Roy Cooper declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in North...

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