It is common knowledge that a balanced diet plays a major role in keeping us healthy and reduces the risk of chronic ailments. A balanced diet consists of foods that provide the body with all the essential nutrients that aid the bodily processes. However, in addition to consuming kale or broccoli regularly, it is necessary to add milk to your daily diet as it a nutrient-rich fluid. Though it is a popular source of nutrition, the general population stands divided when it comes to the topic of milk consumption. The prime bone of contention here is whether consuming milk is healthy or harmful. To put your doubts to rest, here are some of the incredible benefits of making milk a part of your daily diet. Milk is the powerhouse of nutrients One of the major reasons why parents make milk a part of their child’s daily diet is that milk’s nutritional value is quite impressive. In fact, according to the USDA National Nutrition Database, milk contains vitamin A, B12, D, carbohydrates, calcium, phosphorous, selenium, magnesium, zinc, riboflavin, and protein. Moreover, milk is an excellent source of hundreds of different fatty acids that include conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and omega-3s. These fatty acids are known to possess immense health benefits and this includes reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes.

When it comes to buying hearing aids, the many choices available in the market right now can make it confusing to pick the best one. The hearing aids will differ based on their style, color, manufacturer, option, and price. An audiologist will always recommend the best hearing aids based on a patient’s requirements. Here are some of the popular brands of hearing aids available in the market right now. Oticon : Known to manufacture the smallest power BTE hearing aid called the Plus Power, Oticon has a complete range of the best adult as well as pediatric hearing aids. Its ConnectLine series of hearing aids can be connected to landline phones, smartphones, and televisions. Oticon follows an approach called BrainHearing™, and their designs work toward keeping the speech sound as close to natural as possible. This helps to separate speech from background sounds and gives the ability to know the direction of the speech. Phonak : With hearing solutions for every age, the range of best hearing aids from Phonak includes everything from affordable basic models to the top-of-the-line models with advanced features. Some features like feedback blocking and the ability to block out background noise are common to all products of the company.

As a pet owner, you may always be concerned about fleas invading your home. These blood-sucking parasites cause a constant strain as they can attack your cats, dogs, and other furry pets. Apart from feeding off the blood of your furry friends, they also bite humans. While fleas do not carry a major threat, they pose as trouble due to their biting habits. While human flea bites are rare, it is majorly the pets who suffer from these pests. As with common insect bites, the flea-bitten area may be itchy or have swelling. Fortunately, there are some flea treatment options that are safe when used with precaution. They also prove to be very effective. While some treat or prevent, others do both. These include: Flea sprays Sprays are one of the most commonly used treatment methods for not just fleas, but ticks as well. When the fleas come in contact with the spray, they are immediately killed. However, sprays come in two bases, alcohol and non-alcohol sprays. Alcohol-based sprays are found to be very effective, but they can cause side-effects for certain pet breeds. Some flea sprays can also be used in combination with other treatment options to break the flea cycle.

When you apply a new, bold color of lipstick, do you ever stop and think about the ways in which lip color has transitioned over years, even decades? Lipstick has long been used as an in-your-face self-expression. Think Marilyn Monroe’s pink, pouty bombshell lips, Bettie Page’s bold, red pinup lips, or Courtney Love’s daring black lip color. From barely-there nudes to bizzare greens, here are some bizzare facts about lip color through the ages: 1. That’s a nice shade of…beetle! In addition to being known as cat lovers, egyptians were also big fans of lip color. However, lacking color resources did not mean egyptians lacked ingenutiy when it come to creating the dark black, purple, scarlet, and burgundy colors so desired. The invention of carmine dye was extracted by grinding down female cochineal insects (tiny hard-shelled insects that lived on cactus plants) for carmine dye. Surprisingly, it took roughly 80,000 insects to produce one kilogram of cochineal dye. 2. Lipstick as status Back in ancient times, not everyone could afford the luxury of makeup. In fact, in sumerian civilization, lipstick or lip stain, was reserved for fancy, upper class individuals who used henna, clay rust, fruit, and, again, insects to produce their lip colors.

Memory foam mattresses are among the most desired mattress type around the country due to their multiple benefits. On sale at a much higher rate than spring mattresses earlier, time and developing technology has now led to it being an affordable alternative to them. These mattresses use a layer of memory foam along with springs or support foam to allow them to mold themselves to the shape of one’s body. They provide relief to pressure points and support optimal spine alignment; helping in relieving and preventing pain. Here are some of the top memory foam mattresses that you can buy: Amerisleep AS3 Amerisleep AS3 is one of the most versatile mattresses that combines softness and support. It is recommended for people who keep changing their positions while sleeping and for couples who have different sleep styles. The mattress includes a combination of Bio-Pur® and HIVE® comfort layer, which contributes to the mattress’s soft and responsive feel, which further relieves pressure points. The mattress also includes a high-performance Celliant® cover that consists of thermoreactive yarn, which works toward turning body heat into infrared energy. Serta® iComfort® Serta® iComfort® mattress is designed to provide extra comfort through its TempActiv® technology. The mattress has layers of dense and luxurious foam that offer cooling comfort and cradling support.

Fleas are parasites that bite both animals and humans and feed off the blood. You might have noticed your pet scratching their body parts repeatedly. This is because fleas move quickly and also cause skin allergies. As a result, it is necessary to treat them as soon as possible. Although it may seem like a tough job in the beginning, there are some home remedies that keep fleas at bay. 1.Lemon spray This is one of the simplest flea treatment options that is non-toxic. Create this home remedy for flea treatment by adding one tablespoon of lemon juice, two tablespoons of vinegar, and one tablespoon of water. It is a simple-to-prepare flea treatment option and has no side effects. You can spray this mixture on your pets and around the infested areas like carpets, pet bedding, furniture, and floors.   2.Salt Salt is another effective home remedy to treat fleas; it helps get rid of them—thanks to its dehydrating properties. All you need is finely ground salt to sprinkle over the areas that need flea treatment. Make sure to leave the salt in the area for a couple of days before thoroughly vacuuming the rooms. 3.Dish soap The high viscosity of the dish soap solution acts like glue and helps trap the fleas effectively.

A lush green lawn is the foundation of any yard. Trees, flowers, and decorations are all just furniture we place atop this grass carpet. It is the framework that pulls everything together. It also provides healthy amounts of oxygen in exchange for healthy amounts of carbon dioxide. Unfortunately, the fertilizers most people use to grow these lawns prove hazardous to both people and the environment. If you happen to be a homeowner looking for a lush lawn the natural way, here are the best natural remedies to grow a lawn with no fertilizer: 1. Match grass to climate A common pitfall that affects many a lawn is that the grass that is seeded is not optimal for the weather conditions surrounding it. Different types of grass fare better in different climate conditions. So if you want to avoid fertilizer suiting the lawn to its location is a good first step to take. 2. Time mowing the lawn  Many homeowners often forget that grass is a plant. It needs to grow to remain healthy. Often lawns are damaged by over mowing. Homeowners stick a weekly schedule that prevents the grass from actually growing. Over mowing is one chief reason why a lawn begins to die.

Let’s face it. For many families, their dog is as much a part of the family as their kids. Therefore, they wouldn’t dream of going on vacation without their dog, so a pet-friendly hotel is a must. A remarkable fact about pet-friendly travel is that dogs break the isolation barrier between fellow travelers. If another vacationers staying at the same hotel has a friendly dog, pretty soon yours will be playing with theirs, particularly if your hotel has a mini dog park. Dogs are also a natural catalyst to meet new people, who often become life-long friends, especially for solo travellers. Believe it or not, some hotels pride themselves on having pet-friendly facilities. Just remember, the number one rule is call ahead to clarify it is a pet-friendly motel. Here are just a few of the very best pet-friendly hotel chains in the U.S.: 1. Best Western  Although the most hotel’s under a brand name are independently owned, so you always want to make sure before you reserve, Best Western is possibly the largest group of hotels in the U.S and Canada, that are mostly pet-friendly. And the great news is that not only are Days Inns hotels reasonably priced, but there are nearly 1600 of them, making it your first resource for a family hotel.

There are many ways to care for our furry feline friends. It is no surprise that affection and a healthy diet can contribute to the longevity of our precious pets. However, as much as we want to pamper our loved ones, treats can negatively contribute to the lifespan of a cat. Finding healthy treats is not always easy. Luckily, there are tons of options to keep our little companions out of the vet’s office. Here are a few options for keeping your cat healthy while still treating them with the love and praise they deserve: 1. Gluten free cat treats Did you know that as the level of gluten in your cat’s diet increases so does the chance of them developing obesity, insulin resistance or diabetes? A grain-free diet brings cats closer to their ancestors by eliminating all the processed mumbo jumbo in treats that didn’t exist back in the day when cats lived in the wild. There are “litter-ally” tons of grain-free options in this day and age and, by eliminating grain and artificial preservatives, you can still supply your kitty with the food they need, like their ancestors before them. 2. Weight control cat treats Having a chubby kitty can be cute, yes, but obesity can shorten the lives of our cats tremendously.

As we move through life, our aging skin begins to accept the cruel facts of time and gravity, but we seldom realize that acne, crow’s feet, fine lines, and uneven pigmentation can actually be related to our diet. The sun’s rays and our environment play a part in skin degradation, but the enzyme and nutrient cycle in our bodies can also wreak havoc on our epidermis. Thankfully, there is a wide range of superfoods that can restore and protect our skin, such as: 1. The restorative power of omega-3 fatty acids  What if there was a naturally occurring substance that could protect your skin from the sun’s aging rays? Omega-3 fatty acids are commonly found in fish and provide regeneration and protection to the skin by utilizing the oil-producing effects of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). EPA’s mechanism of skin protection involves a blocking agent that limits the enzymes released by UV rays that specifically target our collagen reserves. As a form of natural sunscreen, omega-3’s provide protection from the most lethal cause of skin aging and also produce regenerative, anti-inflammatory effects in previously damaged skin. 2. An avocado a day, keeps the wrinkles at bay Avocados are also an excellent way to get omega-3 fatty acids into your diet and they taste delicious in the process.