Articles by Amori Langstaff
I knew a baby picture would make you start reading! We’ll get to that item in a moment. But first, some health news for and about grown-ups: You know that old rule that you buy a lot more food when...
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I think we can all agree that there is never enough time for the things that really matter. With all the external obligations and electronic distractions that clamor for attention, it’s easy to feel that we’ve lost control of our...
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The funny thing about health news is that it tends to focus on the very near term. We obsess over today’s steps and calories and fat grams, then get on the scale tomorrow to judge how successful we’ve been. But...
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Isn’t it funny how weather affects your taste buds? Today is gray, windy and rainy, so all I can think about is comfort food. I know that’s a totally subjective term, so here’s my definition: Easy to make Smells great...
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This week, I was happy to do discover that one of America’s best-loved snack foods is packed with antioxidants. Can you guess which one? We’ll save that answer for last, after the latest news on veggies, vitamins and exercise. Good...
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They say that a picture is worth 1,000 words, and this week, I have to agree. I found four really clever ideas for getting organized, but in each case, I can’t fully describe the project in writing. Trust me, you’ll...
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You’ve got to love a headline that reads, “Spend less time cleaning (without spending a dime).” That got my attention right away. I was intrigued by Laura Vanderkam’s 3 options for saving time on unpleasant tasks: ignore, minimize or outsource....
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For exhausted parents, the sound of a snoring baby may be pure bliss. But new research has found that early sleep disorders such as snoring, mouth breathing and sleep apnea may increase the chances of childhood behavioral problems including ADHD...
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Well, it’s Feb. 29, and you know what that means: You’ve got a whole extra day for all those organizing projects you never seem to get around to! Okay, I know the extra time is just an illusion, but sometimes...
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Quick, what’s the last place in your house that you’d want to show off for visitors? You know, the one room that’s always messy, purely utilitarian, and generally off-limits to anyone but close family members? Most of us wouldn’t answer...
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I’ve got a confession for you today: Even though I kind of make my living in the grocery business, I don’t consider myself an “expert” grocery shopper. Yes, I’m great at using coupons to save a ton of money at...
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Let’s face it, posts about organization, productivity and so forth aren’t always a lot of fun to read. Sometimes even the most well-meaning tips can come across as preachy or pedantic, and they leave you feeling … well, a little...
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