Sugar can be difficult to pass up, especially when you’re a kid. Today’s children are regularly subjected to sugary diets and uninformed eating habits. Although parents may not be giving their children foods that are high in sugar intentionally, there are steps that can be taken to help kids avoid the pitfalls of sugar, such […]
Community Conservation Class: Birding by Bike June 6, 2014 Trinity River Audubon Center Jersey Boys June 3 – 15, 2014 Bass Performance Hall Friends of the Irving Public Library Annual Summer Book Sale June 5 – 8, 2014 Friends of the Irving Public Library Patty Granville Arts Center Thru June 27, 2014 “In Spirit” is an […]
Women ages 30 and older are growing increasingly aware of new wrinkles with each passing year. Yet, evidence suggests that sun spots may have as much of an impact on age-related appearance as wrinkles. Nearly 63 percent of women older than age 35 experience sun or age spots, discolorations and uneven skin. The dark side? The […]
LIVE MUSIC AT THE FOUNDRY March 14, 2014 to May 31, 2014 The Foundry SHERLOCK HOLMES: THE FINAL ADVENTURE April 25, 2014 to May 25, 2014 Dallas Theater Center DALLAS CINCO DE MAYO 2014 BIG PARADE & FESTIVAL May 03, 2014 100 E. Jefferson to 1000 W. Jefferson 2014 Bagel Run May […]
Samurai: Armor From the Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Collection April 1 Location – Kimbell Art Museum 2014 Scarborough Renaissance Festival Opening April 5 & 6 Runs all month Location – Waxahachie 20th Annual Deep Ellum Arts Festival April 4-6 Location – Deep Ellum Dallas 2014 Dallas International Film Festival: The Militant April 6 Location – Angelika […]
Well, spring is here and let’s face it. Walking is a popular low-impact exercise. Now, new iPods are equipped with pedometers, half-marathons are packed with walkers and MapMyWalk.com and other apps can map and measure walking routes. But even with all of these new innovations, you’ll still want to pay attention to basics. The national […]
Most people know that their bodies are made up of a great deal of water, but may be surprised to learn that number is about 70 percent—and yet studies show we don’t drink enough to replenish what we need. Other drinks to be sure, but water? Not even close. Emphasizing this point is a study […]
When asked about sex in a survey, 47 out of 51 postmenopausal women responded that having an active sex life is important to them. Unfortunately, some women find that sex can become painful after menopause. Painful sex, also called dyspareunia, can result from vaginal changes, which can occur when a woman ‘s estrogen level decreases […]
Fertility may be the farthest thing from your mind when you’ve just received a cancer diagnosis, but it’s the right time to think about your future family. Cancer treatments can affect your ability to get pregnant or carry a baby to term. Ask your doctor about preserving your fertility before your treatment begins. Understanding how treatment may […]
No matter what season it is, skin isn’t the only thing that gets burned by sunlight. Eyes are just as sensitive, and children’s eyes are especially vulnerable. “The crystalline lens in children’s and teenagers’ eyes is more transparent than in adults, which makes them more susceptible to cornea and retina damage from the sun,” says […]