Tolerate Hot Days with a Tasty Tart (Culinary.net) Summer days can be long and boring, especially when the kids are out of school and there is nothing to do around the house as a family. When the minutes creep by and it’s too hot to go outside, the dog days of summer can be pretty miserable. However, this recipe for a Strawberry Cream Cheese Tart can give the kids something to look forward to as a dish the whole family can participate in creating. This recipe is perfect for little ones wanting to get creative and perfectly place fresh strawberries […]

3 Ways Older Adults Can Pay It Forward: Redefine retirement through community connection (Family Features) This time of year always provides plenty to celebrate and commemorate with the warmer weather and longer days. May is also Older Americans Month, a time for celebrating the contributions that older adults make in our country from coast to coast. This year’s theme, “Aging Unbound,” promotes the independence, fulfillment and joy older Americans can experience by choosing their own paths as they age. Instead of letting age define their circumstances, older Americans are embracing change, pushing boundaries and transforming their communities through creativity, commitment […]

Serve a Sweet Treat (Culinary.net) Surprise your family with a dessert fit for the season. This Carrot Cake recipe is a traditional take on the timeless treat and created using everyday ingredients.  Find more dessert inspiration at Culinary.net. Watch video to see how to make this recipe! Carrot Cake 2 1/4    cups flour 1          teaspoon baking soda 1/2       teaspoon salt 1          teaspoon cinnamon 1/2       teaspoon baking powder 1          cup vegetable oil 1 1/4    cups sugar 3          eggs 1 1/2    cups carrots, shredded 1          cup crushed pineapple with juice 2/3       cup walnuts Frosting: 2          packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese 3/4       […]

River Cruises Offer Exploration, Comfort (Family Features) Travel for pure enjoyment is on the rise, so this may be your year to plan the ultimate dream vacation. According to Sports and Leisure Research, 80% of people surveyed believe a vacation does wonders for mental health and travel is a top spending priority in the coming year. The survey indicated travelers want to immerse themselves in unique experiences, including new cultures, foods and people. For those who delight in exploring entire regions, one downfall can be the burden of packing and unpacking at each new destination. Taking your accommodations with you […]

What You Need to Know About Cholesterol Stay in control to help prevent heart disease, heart attack and stroke (Family Features) Understanding and improving cholesterol is important for people of all ages, including children and teens. Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels can help keep your heart healthy and lower your chances of getting heart disease or having a stroke. High cholesterol usually has no symptoms. In fact, about 38% of adults in the United States are diagnosed with high cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association. Understanding what cholesterol is, the role it plays, when to get screened and how to manage it are […]