Word of the Day – Aug. 9 – Diluvial
Adjective: Diluvial (duh-LOO-vee-ul)
Definition: Of, relating to, or brought about by a flood
Sample sentence: Archeologists studying diluvial deposits found along the...
Health Tip – Aug. 9 – Back to School Health
It won't be long before children say good-bye to summer vacation and head back to school. There are steps to take to ensure a...
Word of the Day – Aug. 8 – Retrocede
Verb: Retrocede (ret-roh-SEED)
Definition:
1. To go back: recede
2. To cede back (as a territory)
Sample sentence: A congressman introduced a bill to retrocede...
Health Tip – Aug. 8 – Eat Healthy While Traveling
Even when you travel, you can stick to your healthy eating plan. Bring your own meal for the flight or car ride. Homemade...
Health Tip – Aug. 5 – Thaw Your Brain
Too much ice cream too fast will cause the proverbial brain freeze. When this happens, press your tongue flat against the roof of your...
Word of the Day – Aug. 5 – Juggernaut
Noun: Juggernaut (JUG-er-nawt)
Definition:
1. A large heavy truck
2. A massive inexorable force, campaign, movement or object that crushes whatever is in its path.
Sample...
Word of the Day – Aug. 4 – Irrefragable
Adjective: Irrefragable (ih-REF-ruh-guh-bul)
Definition: Impossible to refute or impossible to break or alter.
Sample sentence: In his opening statement, the prosecutor told the...
Health Tip – Aug. 4 – If Your Throat Tickles, Scratch Your Ear
When you were nine, playing your armpit was a cool trick. Now, as an adult, you can still appreciate a good body-based feat, but...
Word of the Day – Aug. 3 – Bower
Noun: Bower (BOW-er)
Definition:
1. An attractive dwelling or retreat
2. A lady's private apartment in a medieval hall or castle
3. A shelter made...
Health Tip – Aug. 3 – Break a Fever With Your Armpits
Did you know you can break a fever with your armpits? Anything up to 102°F is mild and can be treated by drinking...
