Honey has been used since ancient times both as a food and as a medicine. Apiculture, the practice of beekeeping to produce honey, dates back to at least 700 BC. Honey has incredible
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September is National Yoga Month
Paige Schneider conducts an outdoor yoga class every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 am – 9 am at the Bogue Falaya Park in Covington. Experience the outdoors and feel good in mind, body and
Sapphire – September Birthstone
The Sapphire is commonly worn in jewelry and may be found naturally or it may be manufactured for industrial or decorative purposes. Because of the gem’s hardness, sapphires are also used in non-ornamental
Forget-Me-Not – September Birth Flower
Myosotis is a genus of flowering plants named from the Greek for “mouse’s ear”, presumably because of the shape of the leaf. Its common name is borrowed from the French (ne m’oubliez pas)
Get Ready to Fire Up That Grill for Labor Day!
Labor Day is this Monday, September 2nd (the first Monday in September), and it celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers. Thirty states officially celebrated Labor Day before it became a
Facts About September
September got its name from Latin, as most months have. But September is set apart from the other months in that its name is quite deceptive. “Septimus”, the root of “September”, translates to
Blue Moon August 21st
Once in a blue moon… is today, apparently. Here is some neat trivia on what a blue moon actually is. A blue moon is usually used to describe a second full moon in
August is National Peach Month
Peaches are a great source of beta carotene and vitamin C, supporting eye and skin health. The high amount of fiber and potassium in peaches help kidney functions, and they are a rich
Onyx: An August Birthstone
The name Onyx originates in Latin (same spelling) from the Greek word for claw or fingernail. Onyx is a banded variety of chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of silica minerals. The bands may alternate colors, and
August is National Goat Cheese Month
During the summer, goats often have access to a wider variety in diet, giving a more flavorful milk, thus translating to a better cheese. Find local goat cheese at the Saturday Covington Farmer’s
Holistic Life Approach: Therapeutic Massage, Health & Wellness
Holistic Life Approach is the culmination of a “whole person” approach to health and wellness. It includes not only physical, but also emotional, social, and spiritual health. Karen Boudreaux, owner of Holistic Life
Flower of August: Gladiolus
The name Gladiolus is derived from the Latin ‘gladius’ (a sword), and is sometimes referred to as the “Sword Lily”. Gladioli are perennial bulbous flowering plants in the Iris family. The flowers range
August is National Water Quality Month: Quality of Water = Quality of Life
The phrase “water quality” refers to a set of standards used to assess the chemical, physical and biological characteristics of water in relation to the environment and any human need or purpose. Water
The Benefits of Breastfeeding: August is National Breastfeeding Month
During the first few weeks of life, an baby’s immune system is almost entirely dependent on the mother’s breast milk for immune protection from its environment. A study published earlier this year by
Peridot: Birthstone of August
Peridot is a type of Olivine, a common mineral in mafic and ultramafic rocks. While Olivine is a generally abundant mineral, gem quality peridot is rather rare, and therefore is considered precious. Peridot
Composting 101: A Few Tips on Making Your Own Soil Additive
Composting is the single most important supplement to add in your garden soil, and it’s free! A nutrient rich compost full of organic matter and beneficial organisms can be made from regular household
National Blueberry Month – We’re All About Blueberries
June and July are the best months for blueberries, so get them before they are gone! There are several pick-your-own berry farms in the area, down Hwy. 21 right outside of Covington on
Share the Health Talk: Building Hormone Health with Nutrition by Laura Warner, CPT, CHN
What we eat not only affects our waistline, but also our hormones. We can’t expect our endocrine system to work optimally if we’re eating foods high in sugar, trans fats and processed foods.
Pets for Patriots at Humane Society
St. Tammany Humane Society joins Pets for Patriots “Pet Adoption Program for Veterans Partners” with nationwide charity to give shelter dogs and cats a second chance at life with veterans and service members.
Quick Tips for Computer Users From Monica Gallardo at Our Place Studio
The common office posture is seated and huddled, shoulders tense, chest collapsed, spine hunched over a computer. Chest openers help us reverse that posture. This collapsed posture is not only bad for our