May 10, 2013

So what’s the price tag on America’s love for Mom? Economists say we’ll spend $20 billion this year on Mother’s Day gifts. With 85 million moms in America, that averages to about $168 each. And it not just flowers and fine dining -- 14% of mothers will be getting an electronics gift for their special day. Source Link

Having kids in the car can be a distraction, but it’s not the number-one thing that can make you take your mind off the road with young ones in-tow.  A survey of parents found that nearly everyone had been distracted by a phone or other electronic device while driving with their children. More than half said their cellphone was a distraction the majority of trips they took. Source Link 
 

They’re great in a fruit cup or just as a snack, and also provide a genetic boost to help prevent heart attacks. Researchers say the antioxidants in grapes increase the activity of several genes to reduce heart failure associated with chronic high blood pressure. Hypertension can double or triple your risk of a heart attack. Source Link