How to deadhead coneflowers – expert advice for a longer lasting floral display

Q: I planted several new coneflowers (echinacea) in my garden this year as part of a drought-tolerant prairie-garden program. They have started to bloom and are beautiful, but I wonder what to do when the flowers fade. Should I deadhead them, and if so, what’s the best approach? A: Dead plants are beneficial in more … Read more

If you’re running to lose weight, longer runs aren’t always better

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Some things that might make you want to run: See photos from the race that your friend posted on IG. Watch exciting videos Olympic Athletics Finals on YouTube. The fact that Lululemon makes (super cute) running shoes. Or, perhaps, a weight loss objective. If the latter in particular caught your eye, you’ve come to the … Read more

I cut out ultra-processed foods for a week and no longer have afternoon meltdowns

I'm middle class but I don't feel it compared to my wealthier friends

Ultra-processed foods (UPF) are currently in the spotlight, thanks in large part to a book written by Dr. Chris Van Tulleken, Ultra-processed peopleand a subsequent Panorama documentary by Professor Tim Spector. This new research focuses on the health implications of Brits having such elaborate diets. UPFs are estimated to make up 60% of the calories … Read more