Farmers' Almanac
Healthy Living
Some Germs are Good for You
Everyone knows germs are bad right? Not so fast. Research is showing that antibacterial products could be making us more vulnerable to health problems.
Read More »The Legend of Goldenrod
Goldenrod, long blamed for causing everyone’s hay fever, has an interesting legend associated with it. Supposedly, an old woman was walking in the woods when she came to a river. Realizing her balance wasn’t what it used to be, she decided to find a cane or branch to help her wade across the stream. She… Continue Reading »
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Secret Health Benefits of Garlic
Eating garlic every day may not only keep the vampires away; it may actually improve your health.
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The Truth About Processed Foods
Almost 90% of our food budgets go to convenience foods, but what is this doing to our health?
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Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions are notorious for being broken. But you can achieve success. Here’s how.
Read More »Childhood Asthma: Could Bleach and Tap Water Make Your Child Sick?
The increase in asthma cases illustrates the relationship between the sensitivity of small children and the increased use of petrochemical and other toxic household products. Asthma is an all too common problem in children. EPA reports that since 1980, the biggest growth in asthma cases has been in children under five. Understanding the causes of… Continue Reading »
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Zap Those Cold Symptoms
Zap those cold symptoms with some Zinc-filled foods. Find out how and why.
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A Pillow Can Ease Your Headache Pain
With this easy-to-make pillow, you can rest your weary head and ease the pain of a headache.
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If you notice a hole in the upper left-hand corner of your Farmers' Almanac, don't return it to the store! That hole isn't a defect; it's a part of history. Starting with the first edition of the Farmers' Almanac in 1818, readers used to nail holes into the corners to hang it up in their homes, barns, and outhouses (to provide both reading material and toilet paper). In 1910, the Almanac's publishers began pre-drilling holes in the corners to make it even easier for readers to keep all of that invaluable information (and paper) handy.