Before the coronavirus epidemic, they didn’t know how to cook. Now they are scrambling...
For close to 17 years, Robert Plaut bought a cup of prepared oatmeal from a local deli, his work cafeteria or Starbucks for breakfast. “I didn’t think too much about it until last week,” says Plaut, 41. But like a lot of people — forced to work from home to help slow the spread of…
No elevated risk of coronavirus in pregnancy, experts say
Pregnant women do not appear to be more susceptible to severe Covid-19 symptoms and there is no evidence that the virus can pass to a baby during pregnancy, according to new guidance.The guidelines, issued by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Royal College of Midwives and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, offer…
Grilled Moroccan Chicken Thighs with Pecan Couscous
Jump to Recipe These bold and delicious grilled chicken thighs are marinated and grilled with big flavors like garlic, lemon, green olives, prunes, olive oil, and a rich spice blend of paprika, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric. Serve them with a side dish of couscous studded with chopped pecans, olives, prunes, and sunny lemon.This post…
If you’ve run out of toilet paper, Woody Allen’s memoir is also made of...
Woody Allen's book 'Apropos of Nothing' is at least a familiar kind of bad - The Washington PostsearchmenumenuWashington Post LogoprofileprofilehomeshareShare on FacebookEmail this linkShare on TwitterShare on PinterestShare on LinkedIncommentWashington Post LogoclosecloseEmailBioFollowarrow-rightcomment We noticed you’re blocking ads!Keep supporting great journalism by turning off your ad blocker. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real…
Rishi Sunak confirms tampon tax will be scrapped
The chancellor confirmed in his budget that the government is to scrap the controversial tampon tax and abolish VAT on all women’s sanitary products from 2021.Tampons and other women’s sanitary products currently attract 5% VAT.This will be dropped when the transition period for Britain departure from the EU ends on 31 December.The decision marks a…
EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME (EDS): A Rare Genetic Disorder
What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)?In most cases, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a hereditary disorder affecting the connective tissues (like ligaments and tendons) that supports the blood vessels, skin, bones, other organs, and those that hold the other parts of the body together.The connective tissues are the ones responsible for the elasticity and strength of the…
Fattoush Salad Recipe [with Grilled Chicken]
Jump to RecipeMake this traditional Middle Eastern Dish at home using this Fattoush Salad Recipe. Optional grilled chicken can be added to make it a complete meal with crispy pita chips on top too! If I’m being totally honest with you guys, I don’t have much energy to write a whole long intro or inspo…
Let’s Talk About Racism + The Wellness Industry
We all want to believe we’re not racist. Even people who engage in overtly racist behaviors don’t see their behavior as racist. Our egos are a powerful thing that prevent us from seeing how our words, our actions and many times our silence and inaction can be harmful to other people. But that doesn’t make…
Pollutionwatch: how livable zones can tackle air pollution
One quarter of car journeys in England and Wales are less than 3km. Nearly two-thirds are less than 8km. Converting these journeys to walking, cycling or public transport could tackle air pollution, climate change emissions, urban noise and chronic health problems from lack of everyday exercise.Luxembourg is introducing free public transport and Manchester is building…
No news is good news: Big Brother guests unaware of pandemic
Some of the last people in the world to find out about the rapid spread of Covid-19 are a group of 14 men and women sitting in a house in Cologne, western Germany, where they are competing in the country’s 13th season of the reality TV show Big Brother.The majority of the housemates have been…