Be fore-warned. Hitting the greens to golf puts men at three times the risk of developing ALS, a new study from Michigan Medicine warns. Golfing for men poses an increased risk of ALS. torwaiphoto – stock.adobe.com “We know that occupational risk factors, like working in manufacturing and trade industries, are linked to an increased risk … Read more
Roses are red, violets are blue, and these water solutions can help those flowers in bloom. Love can last a lifetime, while the flowers received as a symbol of said love certainly will not — but there are ways to extend the life of your Valentine’s Day bouquet. A self-styled life hacks expert who posts … Read more
A home gardener from Ontario, Canada, harvested an 8-foot, 4.79-inch zucchini in his garden and it could be crowned the longest on record. Henry D’Angela applied to Guinness World Records to have the gigantic vegetable certified as the longest in the world. “I didn’t start out to grow the longest,” D’Angela told ThoroldToday. “It just happened … Read more
You can’t have enough pumpkins during fall. Not only do they make for great decorations, they are also a key ingredient for many fall dishes and treats. If pumpkins help get you in the fall spirit, and you’ve always wanted to harvest your own, you can. The bad news is if you’re just thinking about … Read more
This beauty is a beast. Often sold in nurseries and garden centers as “dead man’s bells” or “witches’ gloves,” the common foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a popular addition to many landscapes. Its pretty flowers come in various shades of pink, purple, white and yellow. Originally from Europe and North Africa, it can now be seen … Read more
Not that kind of herb. Common herbicides used to grow crops could be hindering adolescent brain function, scientists warned in new research released by the University of California, San Diego. “Many chronic diseases and mental health disorders in adolescents and young adults have increased over the last two decades worldwide, and exposure to neurotoxic contaminants … Read more
This doctor insists she knows the secrets to the “fountain of youth,” but she won’t bore you with “the same old crap.” Many for years have believed the key to longevity is simply eating a balanced diet, staying active and typical, oft-heard healthy-living guidelines. Other legends have insisted the so-called “fountain of youth” lies within … Read more
The early bird gets the worm — but you have to be even earlier to wrangle the jumping worm. Experts are warning gardening enthusiasts to look out for jumping worms this summer, as the species is known to worsen soil quality and make it inhospitable for plants to grow. “Invasive Asian jumping worms got their … Read more
It looks like Queen Camilla still has the thyme to garden after all. While visiting Northern Ireland last week on an official visit with her husband, King Charles, the 75-year-old revealed that she enjoys gardening – but it makes her “creak” if she tends to her plants for too long. “I love gardening,” The Queen … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Aloe-lujah for fake plants! If you’re impeccably great at keeping your little green friends alive, kudos to ya. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for all of us. Don’t fret, you can still enjoy easy, breezy greenery inside your … Read more