Archive for March 2019

Clean Your Gutters Depending on where you live, your gutters may need a lot of help. Take a few minutes to do a quick overview of the condition of your gutters—cleaning them out is a great first step to making them more efficient in getting excess water away from your home. You should also make sure…

Simply petting a dog or a cat can lower your blood pressure. Stroking a snake works, too, one study found — but probably only among people who own snakes! “Holding a pet triggers a relaxation response,” explains Alan Beck, ScD, director of the Center for the Human-Animal Bond, at Purdue University. “It helps you stay…