Bridget Bergquist
See the Health Benefits of Local Peaches!
Peaches offer a low calorie treat. They are so sweet that you don’t need any other sweetener and if you pick the right peach, one that has firm skin with just a bit of softness all around, you will indulge willfully instead of that sugary treat you might have picked...
How to Tell When a Bug Bite Needs Medical Attention
Most bug bites will heal with a little first aid at home. Know the warning signs that something further needs to be done. If your bug bite is causing an allergic reaction, infection or you can see signs of disease you need to seek medical attention.
Learn 5 Tips to Quit Smoking
Have you tried and failed? Have you wanted to try but haven’t quite got to it yet? There is still hope. Whether you choose to quit cold turkey, try therapy, take medication or a combination of these, simple tips can help keep you on track.
5 Reasons to End Your Relationship With Soda Pop
The reasons soda pop is harmful to our bodies are almost endless (as is the ongoing research proving it). One of the simplest reasons is the amount of sugar that goes into these drinks that contribute to excess fat and damage your teeth.
Eating Clay May Have Some Benefits, But Is Not Recommended
Eating clay as part of a regular diet was widely brought to attention by Shailene Woodley, an actress who thought of it as a way to cleanse her body and lose weight. Although there may be some health benefits of this diet trend, it is not widely accepted.
Watermelon Is Good for You! Find Out How
The desert climate of this area has been known to produce tasty watermelons. According to Bellinger Farms of Hermiston, Oregon, this climate combined with the cool nights creates a higher sugar content in the watermelon.
Can You Donate Blood If You Have a Tattoo? Here’s the Answer!
Don’t let a little ink deter you from donating blood. You can donate blood if you have a tattoo.
Eat a Nutrient-Packed Blueberry
Blueberries, a well-known superfood, are at their peak now as we enter July and Washington is one of ten states that together produce more than 98% of the nation’s blueberry crop.
How to Tell If Your Birth Control Is Effective
Picking a birth control method is almost like picking a paint color; there are tons of different options! One of the most important things to base your decision on is how effective the birth control is going to be for your particular situation.
Everything You Need to Know About Acupuncture
Acupuncture, a traditional Chinese medicine, is accused by most scientific reasoning to being the results of a placebo effect. Yet it has been shown to work for almost every physical or mental ache and pain.
Protect Yourself From West Nile Virus
In Benton County there have been two positive cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) in birds this year, none reported in humans. Overall, 4 cases in humans in the United States have been reported; 2 that were neuroinvasive and two that were non-neuroinvasive.
Learn the Truth About Homeopathic Medicine
According to WebMD,
If you're into trendy "homeopathic" treatments, here's a big reason to exercise caution: