Power of the purse
Gardening Rx
PeopleE 60 and older who gardened or completed other household tasks on a daily basis reduced their risk of a heart attack or stroke by 27 percent, and death from any cause by 30 percent, according to a 12-year study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. The 4,232 patients involved in the Swedish study weren’t necessarily lifting weights or running on treadmills, either. The active lifestyle alone promoted longevity. —BBC News
It’s not just a man cave, anymore
The number of men who stay at home to care for children has doubled in the past decade, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Because more men are staying at home, décor is shifting as well to include rooms with a more masculine feel, with bold, earthy, simple designs. — 2014 Garden Trends Report, Garden Media Group
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