Head Scratchers & Good Stuff to Know

Oftentimes sketchy at best when it comes to food safety, the FDA misses quite a bit of the filth and foreign matter that may not be visible at first glance. The FDA allows for up to 40 milligrams of sand per 100 grams of golden raisins. Rodent hair, fecal matter, and insect fragments are also a huge... Sign in to see full entry.

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It's National Baked Ham with Pineapple Day...National Baked Ham with Pineapple Day is celebrated on the first Sunday after the full moon following the March Equinox. Easter dinner is best suited for this day since the tables will already be filled with delicious dishes that include ham. March to... Sign in to see full entry.

While driving to school I see this dog. I know where he lives but it is a few miles from his home. I know all the dogs from this particular housing unit, so I normally toss them treats when they are out with their humans. I've been called the dog whisperer ever since I pulled over and told one dog... Sign in to see full entry.

Syphilis began to spread in Europe in the 1490s. Known as pox or the French disease, syphilis was spread by sexual contact, and before the development of antibiotics, there was no cure. The more minor symptoms included patchy hair loss and open sores, but during the late stages of the disease, the... Sign in to see full entry.

This conversation came up after we lost a second family member just three days ago. The tough topic of burial came up and our family was discussing the pros and cons of burial versus cremation. The one thing that we all understand is that nobody escapes death, so a decision must be made regarding... Sign in to see full entry.

Cheese, by far, was shown to be the most protective food against age-related cognitive decline, even late into life. Cheese may be high in fat, but it’s a fermented food. And fermented foods contain a variety of beneficial bacteria that are good for a healthy gut. Our intestinal microbiome is shown... Sign in to see full entry.

His tragic death in the autumn of 1997 due to a plane crash on the California coast left fans sickened at the loss of such a talented folk singer. Gone way before his time at the age of 59, his music hits "Take Me Home, Country Roads" Thank God I'm a Country Boy," and "Rocky Mountain High," was... Sign in to see full entry.

A few presidents have dealt with unique situations and some are not so good. Well liked by those who knew him, the only president and vice president not elected to office was Republican Gerald Ford. Using the 25th Amendment, President Richard Nixon appointed Ford as vice president after Spiro Agnew... Sign in to see full entry.