15 Reasons to Date a Hairdresser

If your latest hair appointment went from small talk to serious flirtations, maybe it’s time to ask out your stylist. Here are 15 reasons to date a hairdresser: 1.Your date can help you with that bad hair day. 2.Your date’s career depends on him/her being stylish and on-trend. You won’t have to worry about sloppiness. […]

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Dear Nurse: Thanks for Listening

(BPT) – Nurses wear many hats when it comes to talking to patients – providing education, advice and emotional support about even the most personal issues. For the 400,000 people in the U.S. who are living with multiple sclerosis (MS), that kind of personal attention can make all the difference. Diane Terry-Strelow has been a […]

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Four numbers you need to know for good health

(BPT) – When it comes to health by the numbers, you probably already know to keep an eye on your cholesterol level, body mass index (BMI) and blood pressure. But are you aware of another medical marker that directly impacts these others? Advanced Glycation End-products (AGEs) are markers for the aging of our internal organs, […]

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Who needs a 1099 or a W-2?

(BPT) – As the year winds down, it is time to start thinking about recent tax changes and how they affect you, especially if you run a small business. But keeping tax details straight is tough – even for those who live and breathe the industry. One of the most common questions during this time […]

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The recipe for indulging in Italian comfort cuisine at home

(BPT) – Looking for a hearty dish to warm up your table this season? Look no further than Tuscan Lasagna al Forno. Inspired by DaVinci(R) Wine’s popular Storyteller Experience, this dish brings the authentic flavors of Tuscan food and wine right to your dinner table. In its third year, the Storyteller Experience has sent 12 […]

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Snack like a pro on Game Day

(BPT) – Ted Harper, the team sports dietitian of the New England Patriots, and Bryan Snyder, the team nutrition manager for the Denver Broncos, may be rivals on the field, but when it comes to nutrition, they agree on one thing: pistachios are an ideal snack, whether you’re a professional athlete or an armchair spectator. […]

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How to protect your diesel in cold weather

(BPT) – As more manufacturers produce diesel vehicles for consumers, owners need to be aware of the issues that may occur during the cold winter months and learn how they can protect their vehicle.Gelling Cold weather can cause starting problems in diesel vehicles because the fuel tends to gel. Most consumers cannot control what kind […]

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How to shop for dental insurance

(BPT) – Dental health is essential to overall health, affecting everything from our hearts to our mental well-being. Yet despite ample research that underscores the importance of taking care of our teeth, millions of Americans never go to the dentist. A lack of dental insurance is one of the top reasons Americans don’t keep up […]

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Four steps to outsmarting diabetes

(BPT) – Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes, and while many of those individuals manage their condition through a combination of treatment options, each year thousands still face one of the most devastating side effects of the disease: amputation. About half of those with diabetes will experience peripheral neuropathy – a loss of feeling in […]

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