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Getting kids to eat their veggies starts long before they’re eating anything. Moms can help develop that taste by eating vegetables during pregnancy. Model good habits for infants and toddlers by eating the same vegetables they do during a meal. And let kindergartners help in the kitchen to see how vegetables can be an important part of a meal. Source Link

Seniors don’t need to be afraid of the weight room because resistance training pays big dividends as we age. Consult with your doctor and a personal trainer and start with free weights that can build muscles and help with balance. Weight training can help the heart learn to pump harder to avoid fatigue. Source Link

A few common household products may be all you need to keep your phone free of dirt and grime. Use a disposable wipe or a solution of 70-percent isopropyl alcohol on a microfiber cloth to clean the screen every day. And a strip of Scotch tape can pull up any lint or sand that’s struck in crevices on your phone. Source Link

Many household plastics that go into the trash could have a second life in your home. Gardeners can use yogurt cups to grow seedlings and those clear plastic containers used to package salad mix or berries can store loose items in your fridge. And an old peanut butter jar is perfect for making salad dressing or overnight oats. Source Link

Your water bottle needs to be cleaned every day to keep you safe from germs. Start by choosing a metal or glass bottle with a wide mouth that makes cleaning easier. Bottles with a straw collect less bacteria than those with a slide top. And don’t use a disposable plastic bottle because the ridges in it make cleaning difficult. Source Link

Living a happier life goes hand in hand with good health habits. Start by eating a satisfying breakfast every day with more protein and less sweets and fats. Being physically active will improve your ability to do everyday tasks and building meaningful friendships can fend off loneliness. And cut the critical self-talk by imagining what you’d say to a friend with the same problem. Source Link 

Now’s the time to think about preparing your kids to handle allergies during summer camp. Consult with your allergist who can provide a care plan to share with the camp and teach your child to advocate for themselves and watch for food allergens. If your child suffers from asthma or food allergies, consider sending them to a camp that specializes in these conditions. Source Link

Simple tricks can make a big decluttering job easier to handle. Set a timer to work for 15 minutes a day and pick five things each day to donate or discard. Focus on one spot at a time like a drawer or shelf, start with easy things and identify trigger items to skip for now. And create boxes for what you may want to hold onto with a deadline of a few weeks, a few months or a year to keep or say “goodbye.” Source Link

Bedbugs are a travel companion that no one wants, so learn how to spot these pests in a hotel room. First, place your luggage in the bathtub or shower and check the bedding, headboard and any fabric-covered furniture for rusty or reddish specks of blood; tiny, black dots, or whitish, oval eggs the size of apple seeds. If it’s all clear, stow your bags on a luggage rack away from the walls. Source Link

There are plenty of reasons why giving kids an allowance is a good thing. It teaches them how money comes with responsibilities to save and be charitable and it helps them distinguish between needs and wants with what they can afford. And successfully managing money from an allowance can build a child’s self-confidence. Source Link 

Unclogging a toilet without a plunger requires two simple tools – dish soap and a big bucket of hot water. Squirt a good amount of dish soap into the hot water and pour that into the toilet at a steady pace. Don’t stir up the water and be patient because the technique may not eliminate the clog instantly. Source Link

What’s the right way to pet a dog you don’t know? Remember that dogs depend on smell so offer your curled hand for a sniff before you touch them to avoid any bitten fingers. If the dog seems comfortable, try a friendly scratch under the chin, but avoid patting his head or touching a strange dog’s belly, even if they roll over. Source Link

Avoiding injury when you’re a weekend athlete takes a week-long effort. Get at least ten to 15 minutes of stretching or strengthening each day to help prime your body for weekend activities. And eating a healthy diet all week long with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein will give your body the nutrients it needs to perform. Source Link

People who are always running late might try these tips to get back on-time. Use analog clocks to give you a visual cue of passing time and set multiple alarms for when to start preparation, as well as departure time and arrival time for an appointment. Figure out exactly how long it takes to get somewhere and then build in extra time, and plan what to do if you’re early to eliminate that excuse for leaving later. Source Link 

Most of us don’t know how to look for signs of oral cancer, but it can be as simple as saying, “Ahhh.” White or gray batches in your mouth or throat that you can’t scrape away could be a warning sign, just like a sore on your lips or mouth that doesn’t heal within a few weeks. Difficulty swallowing and new hoarseness in your voice should also be checked out by a dentist. Source Link

Don’t get fooled by these car care tips that could hit you hard in the pocketbook. Overfilling your tires won’t improve mileage but will give you a rougher ride and wear out the tires sooner. Taking more than 30 seconds to warm up your car before driving wastes gas. And don’t drive with less than a quarter-tank of gas because that makes your fuel pump work harder and wear out faster. Source Link

Making new friends can be hard when you’re an adult but a few simple steps might smooth the process. Start conversations and let others share about themselves; join a new club or organization, or create friendships with friends of friends. And take a tip from actors doing improv and say “yes” to show you’re open to wherever the encounter takes you. Source Link

Being a couch potato doesn’t mean you can’t see health benefits from taking more steps per day. Researchers found that people who were sedentary for more than 11 hours a day gained the same health benefits from walking as more active people did. And that benefit began with as little as 2,200 steps per day. Source Link