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What young athletes can do to reduce the risk of arthritis

Arthritis is not something many young athletes worry about. And that lack of concern is not surprising, as data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that arthritis affects just 3.6 percent of adults between the ages of 18 and 34 compared to 54 percent of adults age 75 and older. Arthritis can affect anyone at any age, but data indicates it's most likely to be diagnosed in aging adults. But that doesn't mean young athletes can't start thinking about arthritis, including what they can do to reduce their risk for a condition that's marked by joint pain, stiffness and ...

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH: 2 types of treatment work for tinnitus

DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband has been suffering from tinnitus for a couple of years now. His primary care physician referred him to an audiologist. He isn’t a candidate for a hearing aid and has basically been told that there is nothing he can do, and there are no treatments available. He has adopted some sound apps on his phone to distract himself from the noise and was offered antidepressants to help him deal with it, but this is about it. The medical advice that he received also told him not to believe anything he reads about cures because none has been proven to be effective. He ...

Bridge by Steve Becker

It’s easy enough to see that with a low diamond lead, the declarer has the suit doubly stopped. It is far less obvious, though, that after a low diamond lead the suit is triply stopped with proper play. South failed to recognize this and, as a result, lost the contract. He covered the ...

Lavender is more than a plant ­— it’s an experience

Nothing is as soothing as the fragrance of lavender drifting upward in a quiet breeze. It makes me feel exhilarated, yet peaceful. Lavender is more than just a plant; it is an experience. With its soft purple hues stretching across the garden, lavender has long held a place in human culture ...

Some tips for bucket gardening

Growing your vegetable garden doesn’t always require having acreage to plow. Creating a planter from a 5-gallon bucket is an excellent alternative. Container options are endless. Many vegetables will thrive in containers if you follow a few steps to ensure success. Growing in buckets allows for easy control of water, nutrients and harvest. You can also move them around to maximize sunlight exposure. Extending the season is as easy as tossing a bed sheet over them. Choose your container, making sure it doesn't contain any toxic material and giving it a good washing. Drill holes into ...