Keeping a home clean and in good repair is easier when it is broken into small, regular tasks rather than marathon weekends. The schedule below is a starting point; adjust it to your household, pets and climate. Daily (10 to 15 minutes) Weekly Monthly Seasonal Once or twice a year Use cleaning products safely Less … Read more
Protein helps build and repair muscle, keeps you full and supports many functions in the body. Most Americans eat enough protein overall, but many eat little at breakfast and a lot at dinner, and older adults and very active people may need more. How much do you need? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for adults … Read more
The well-known “eight glasses a day” is an easy reminder, not a scientific rule. How much you need depends on your size, activity, climate, diet and health. Most healthy people do well by drinking when they are thirsty and with meals. The reference numbers The US National Academies of Sciences set “adequate intakes” for total … Read more
