When cool weather sets in, something happens to southern kitchens everywhere. Muffin tins and loaf pans get brought down from shelves, seasonal cookie cutters get pulled from their dark, dusty crevices, and sweet smells of cinnamon, clove and cardamom fill the air. How we love our fall goodies. Beyond baking flavorful breads and pies, southern…

In October, the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) promotes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a campaign to increase awareness of this prolific disease. By taking donations, providing volunteer opportunities, and sharing stories, their mission provides education, support, and early detection services to those affected. Here are a few ways you can help. Seek Out Educational Opportunities…

Hormones are naturally occurring chemicals in our bodies in the glands where they are produced. These hormones already have functions in various glands and organs in our bodies. When produced they travel to their destination and gives instructions to that gland or organ to function properly. Some of the bodily functions that are told what…

Pre-menstrual syndrome hits most women every month, every year starting since puberty started. It becomes a way of life and symptoms that you deal with. I guess you can take the attitude that I have can get used to it because there is nothing that can be done. However, there are a few approaches that…

Paying attention to signs and signals from our bodies is a great way to stay in good health. Do not ignore those small pains when you can ask your doctor for what can be the cause. Early information can keep us ahead of any possible issues. Further, keeping our doctor informed will be important in…