November 12, 2024

 Protecting your hearing means knowing how loud is too loud. It’s too loud if you have to shout so that others can hear you within an arm's distance, or if you have a hard time hearing for a few hours after exposure to the noise. It’s also too loud if hearing it makes your ears ring or hurt. Source Link 

The sun can be your friend or foe when managing that home energy bill. It’s a seasonal thing, so keep drapes open in winter to let the sun shine in and warm your home for free. And in summer, you can use less AC by keeping drapes closed during the day, especially for south-facing windows. Source Link

There are two simple steps to better health that are practically free. Commit to drinking water as your go-to beverage for better hydration and fewer calories, and eat more fruits and veggies that are high in water content. And aim for seven hours of sleep every night by starting with an alarm that’s set for when you should be going to bed. Source Link