Vegetables can be found in supermarkets year round, but nothing is more enjoyable than the summer assortment.  The reason?  Many are locally grown, so they are fresher than if they had hitched a ride from Mexico or California.  In fact, the experience is so wonderful you can even taste the freshness! So what are some [...]

Summertime brings with it a medley of wonderful feelings.  From backyard barbeque planning to leisurely days at the beach, little can compare to a glorious summer day. Still, seniors must be particularly mindful in protecting themselves in this much-anticipated season, chiefly on hot or sticky days.  Why?  Because older individuals can especially fall victim to [...]

Now that summer is officially with us, barbeques (or cookouts as some New England residents might say) are on the minds of many a people! Naturally, food is the key ingredient in a barbeque.  So what are some popular choices?  Well, hamburgers and hot dogs seem to steal the show.  Are they good for us?  [...]