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What to know about herbicides before using in your garden

Winter rain is good for our gardens and lawns, but it’s also good for those pesky weeds. As soon as the weather warms up and the days get longer, weed seeds germinate with a vengeance. This would not be so bad, but the unwanted plants always outgrow the desirable plants. Pulling weeds is hard work, so many weary gardeners end up using herbicides to make the job easier. If you are tempted to reach for that bottle, make sure you follow the directions on the label and are aware of the potential damage that herbicides (and other chemicals) can do to your garden. Plants can be damaged by other chemicals as well. Air pollution damages roadside plantings and sensitive plants...

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Supplements for Low Estrogen

While high estrogen  is a common cause of hormonal symptoms, many women in perimenopause (and menopause) also struggle with low estrogen. It’s never one thing, but sometimes supplements for low estrogen can help! And if you’re noticing weight gain around your hips and thighs, it could definitely be related to low estrogen levels since estrogen regulates glucose and lipid metabolism. Are you struggling with low estrogen? Here’s my experience with low estrogen . Symptoms of LOW estrogen include: ❖ Hot flashes ❖ Night sweats ❖ Vaginal dryness ❖ Painful intercourse ❖ Recurrent bladder infections (UTI’s) ❖ Urinary incontinence ❖ Headaches ❖ Brain fog ❖ Forgetfulness ❖ Poor concentration ❖ Depression ❖ Anxiety ❖ Mood swings ❖ Crying easily ❖ Insomnia ❖...

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Swap Your Green Smoothie With This Nourishing Soup Recipe During Winter Months

Wondering whether you should continue drinking green smoothies during winter? You are not alone. Many people ask this question because we know that green smoothies and juices are good for us, but we also feel less inclined to eat anything cold in the winter. Ice cream, iced coffee, and frozen smoothies just aren’t as appealing when the temperatures drop. But why should we not eat green smoothies during the winter months if we know they are healthy and nutritious for us? Our diets must change according to the season. In the summer, nature provides us with hydrating, refreshing foods like watermelon and leafy greens because they naturally cool us down. In the fall, we all crave pumpkin-spice everything because our...

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Air Fryer Chicken Breast

Learn how to cook chicken breasts in the air fryer using this Air Fryer Chicken Breast guide! It’s a hands-off and quick cooking method that leaves you with crispy, juicy and flavorful chicken every time. You won’t find any breading in this Air Fryer Chicken Breast recipe, but the outside is still crispy and well-seasoned, while the inside is incredibly succulent. It’s a perfect protein for dinner tonight, just like Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks! There are 3 elements to this fail-proof chicken recipe: Chicken breasts Oil A simple seasoning mix Once seasoned, the chicken cooks in the air fryer for about 10 minutes, then is ready to eat! Just like that, you have juicy, tender, and downright delicious chicken breasts...

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