Author: Irene Pastore

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For Cat Lovers: A Special Cozy Nest Bed For Winter Warmth

February 12, 2025

The most adorable kitty bed is sold online at Lapcatz.com. It’s called the Nest Bed. Visit their website to see photographs, videos and to place an order.

Nest Bed Kitty Benefits

  • Eases arthritic joint pain
  • Provides a quiet and calming space for kitty to relax
  • A perfect place to rest and recover
  • Provides a safe place
  • Provides warmth during cold winters
  • Machine washable
  • Non-toxic pet friendly materials
  • 99 day trial
  • Memory foam base

The Connection Between Dental Health and Overall Wellness

February 11, 2025

“Physicians rarely ask about the health of your mouth, yet the same blood that goes through any dental infection like gum disease, picks up bacteria and transfers them throughout the entire body, from the heart to the brain. It’s time to connect the dots between the mouth and the rest of the body and include the mouth when evaluating a persons illness. Many times the source of the disease is literally right under your nose!” Charles Reinertsen, DDS

Hearty February Soup Recipe

February 10, 2025

Vegetable Barley Tomato Soup

INGREDIENTS
Cooking Tools: Dutch Oven
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more if needed.
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium rib of celery, chopped
  • 1 medium garlic clove, minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can unsalted diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup uncooked quick cooking barley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • salt according to taste
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
  • Coat bottom of Dutch oven with olive oil.
  • Cook the onion and celery over medium-high heat until golden, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 10 seconds.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients except the Parmesan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium to high heat.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer covered, for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the barley is cooked.
  • Serve in soup bowls. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

Few Older Women Are Participating In Resistance Training Says The Washington Post

February 6, 2025

A recent article in The Washington Post discusses the importance of resistance training as a strategy to slow the aging process in women.

Only 17 percent of American women 65 and over, follow the strength training guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control.

Regular resistance training improves muscular strength and bone density. Stronger muscles helps to prolong functional ability and independence.

Click the link below to read the full article.

The Washington Post 2/3/25 – Why women aren’t following this advice for aging well. Here’s how to start.