Understanding Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and acetaminophen are some of the most prescribed and frequently used over-the-counter (OTC) medications. But how much do you really know about these drugs and the impact they can have on your body? The three most commonly used OTC NSAIDs are ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin. NSAIDs work by preventing an enzyme…

Labor Day

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on…

Artery Cleansing Foods

Artery Cleansing Foods We know how eating the right food can promote good health, help you lose weight, and treat many health conditions! But did you know that eating the right food can also help you cleanse your arteries? Well, it’s true! There are many foods that you can eat to reduce deposits and clear…

The 411 On Healthy Digestion

Discover 10 benefits of eating good-for-you fiber and seven high-fiber foods to work into your diet. Have you eaten enough fiber today? The average person eats as little as 13 grams per day, which is just half the recommended amount. The standard American diet processed foods, excess fat and sugar, and few fruits and vegetables…

No Bake Yum Yum Bars

Ok, when it gets this hot no one wants to turn on the oven. If you need a dessert for a get together, party, cook-out, or want to make a treat for your family without baking, this recipe will fit the bill. Yummy, delicious, and fun to make. Everyone will love these yum yum bars,…

Good Trucking

As a girl who loves to cook, I’m always dreaming about how cool it would be to have my own cafe or a place to sell all of my goodies. A hip little lunch spot. That might be the reason I get so excited about food trucks. Someone making their best goodies and selling them…

Strawberry Coconut Salad

Ingredients 4 cups of fresh strawberries 4 cups of fresh chopped pineapple 3/4 cup shredded coconut 1/2 cup of sugar can substitute with stevia 2 cups of fresh orange juice Directions In a glass bowl layer strawberries and pineapple then sprinkle with sugar and coconut between each layer. Continue steps until you use all your…

Snow White Drive-In

Snow White Drive-In just hearing that name makes me happy! Located in Lebanon, TN. It is known for their milkshakes, hand pulled barbeque and Friday night Cruise-ins, Snow White has been a part of Wilson County history since 1953. We enjoy going, ordering our favorites which are their burgers, french fries, ice cream cones and…

Artful Living

We all know Nashville is known as the Music City, but did you know Nashville has a pretty cool art scene with many galleries and exhibits? My husband and I enjoy walking around downtown and looking in the galleries. We stumbled upon the “O” Gallery, the artist Olga Alexeeva. She has two galleries, Marathon Village,…

Frozen Strawberry Lemonade

I drink water 98 percent of the time and have done so since I was twenty years old. When summer rolls around I indulge in a glass of lemonade about once a week, it’s my weekness! Lol, I know It’s spelled, weakness, I was being funny. πŸ˜‰ Humor aside, what is better than lemonade, frozen…