We all get a little tense or apprehensive sometimes. We all feel fear. But when you’re often overcome with intense restlessness, panic, nervousness, dread and worry that interfere with your daily life, you may be suffering from an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders are quite common and can affect any gender, race or age group. They … Read More
Meet the other steak of summer: cauliflower! An entire head of cauliflower has about 200 calories, the equivalent of a 3-ounce portion of a grilled beef tenderloin steak. The grill transforms the florets, caramelizing them and turning them crunchy, while the center stem gets tender but remains crisp. I dress the cauliflower steaks up with … Read More
When her six-year-old nephew Kyle died seven years ago, Melissa Orr, Joy to Life Foundation’s volunteer coordinator, was searching for a way to keep his memory alive. She began participating in different fundraising challenges. These events encourage people to complete some – often arduous – physical task like a long-distance run or a hike. The … Read More
Fresh basil is as fragrant s many flowers, perfuming the air with its slightly sweet, bright and refreshing scent. Just a little can transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean and delivers a big punch of intense flavor with no added calories or salt. Here are two easy ways to add this aromatic herb … Read More
Find out how leaving bitterness behind and forging ahead with forgiveness can positively impact your health. English poet Alexander Pope famously wrote, “To err is human; to forgive, divine.” And for many spiritual people, the notion of forgiveness is a central tenet of their faith, a selfless act bestowed upon someone who has wronged them … Read More
When the pandemic put parties and other gatherings on pause, Meredith Reaves started missing the charcuterie boards she’d create for entertaining at home or to take over to a friend’s house. She decided to continue the tradition, even it was just for her and her husband’s at-home date nights. “I started thinking, if we were … Read More
Alabama has abundant natural beauty, and all over the state, new paved trail systems are inviting people to get outside for a walk, run or bike ride and take full advantage of our outdoor assets. In North Alabama, the Singing River Trail is currently in progress and will be the area’s longest trail/greenway, connecting Limestone, … Read More
When Emily Burwell was in college, her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. She beat it. But it was found during a routine mammogram. Prior to her mother’s illness, Emily’s family had no known history of breast cancer, so it wasn’t something the women in her family were particularly concerned about. After her mother’s cancer, … Read More
Fresh-picked strawberries are only with us for a short time each spring; get out and get some while the gettin’ is still good. Strawberry season is coming to Alabama, and for the winter-weary, its arrival is highly anticipated. The ruby gems are a sign that spring is here and in full swing, and they’re a … Read More
In 2008, a very healthy and active 48-year-old Beverly Helton, who up until the moment she detected a lump in her breast felt “just fine,” was diagnosed with stage III invasive breast cancer. She beat it. Then, in 2017, she was diagnosed with stage III ovarian cancer, and she’s beating that too. Through both journeys, … Read More