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People with MS can take a dive in the heat. Summer months are the roughest, but simple tricks can keep those with multiple sclerosis from wilting.....

Forget the Caribbean, the golden sands of Brazil's east coast face the south Atlantic with long palm fringed beaches, good food and an exotic Portuguese Latin setting.

Temperate rainforests are some of the most rare ecosystems on earth. These precious zones differ from tropical rainforests in a few important ways.

From small breeds to giant breeds, there are several types of dogs suitable for outdoor living.

Setting up an apple orchard and becoming a fruit grower is challenging and exciting. An apple grower has horticultural essentials to do in fall, springtime and summer.

Perennial Lapageria rosea, Chilean Bell Flower or Copihue, produces striking pink waxy blooms as it climbs on a semi-shaded wall and makes a statement as a climber.

A small scale staple carbohydrate crop easy to grow in a garden, delicious and nutritious home grown alternative to rice.

A container herb garden can be more than functional. It can be beautiful! Here are the plant height ranges and the recommended planting layout for a pot of kitchen herbs.

The common sundew is a carnivorous bog plant that grows in temperate climates. The Drosera genus catches and eats insects using sticky tentacles.

The Edible Forest Garden is an Agroforestry garden landscape designed to grow a lot of organic food with minimal work and resilient in the face of climate change.

Keeping outdoor plants alive during the summer in Arizona can be a challenge, even for those with a "green thumb." Here are some tips for potted plant care in the heat.

San Cristóbal de las Casas is a unique combination of traditional Maya culture, old colonial architecture, awe inspiring natural beauty, and a vibrant artisan community.

Here are some of my favorite basic books about landscape and garden design that have prominent places on my bookshelf. I reach for them first.

While plant growth is regulated internally, it is greatly influenced by external conditions such as the intensity and duration of light and the temperature.

The Fairmont Kea Lani is a top hotel in the top resort area of Wailea, on Maui. I review the best aspects of a vacation here, as well as some things that should improve.

One of Egypt's most beautiful and historic cities is Alexandria, a thriving and busy metropolis set on the Mediterranean Sea just west of the delta.

Popular as a versatile vegetable and quick and easy to grow, zucchinis are a good choice for beginning gardeners.

Gibraltar on the south coast of Spain offers a tremendous range of activities, apes, dolphins, windsurfing, shopping, WWl tunnels, great beaches and incredible views.

Coinsurance is not something new in the insurance industry. It is, however, something that some policyholders seem to have a difficult time understanding.

With blue-green, green, and variegated leaves, hosta plants are ideal for landscaping around the pond. Pair them with pond lighting and rocks for stunning water gardens.

A versatile vegetable, plentiful at a time of year when greens are scarce. Enjoy in pasta bakes or with lightly poached eggs.

Do tiny flying insects congregate in the kitchen when summer begins to wind down? They are fruit flies that hitched a ride on fresh produce. Here's how to get rid of them

MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that primarily affects women. There are things you can do this week and all year long to continue the movement against it.

The War Memorials at the National Mall in Washington D.C. honor the many sacrifices of military veterans who fought and died for the freedom of the USA.

The beginning of a new year is a great time to set goals and make resolutions for your camping, hiking and backpacking activities.

Gooseberries are a sweet delight in English cookery. They are easy plants to grow and once harvested can be used in a number of dishes including gooseberry fool.

Late summer is the time to rejuvenate the vegetable garden and get it ready for fall planting. A few simple steps can guarantee bountiful crops.

Whether in the dead of winter or in the warmth of midsummer, this quiche and its variations will delight family and friends.

A field of Red Flanders Poppies that blooms on Remembrance Day on Fay Helwig's Granite Belt Farm in Queensland, is part of the Glen Aplin region's Red November Festival.

Looking for something to do in Konstanz, Germany, when spending time there during the prime tourist season of spring or summer? Check out Insel Mainau!

Here is a guide to help you plan your next trip to Israel.

The resort town of Santa Cruz, California is known for great surfing, dining and fun. For the athletic minded, there are two great running paths on Monterey Bay.

Absolutely fresh salad leaves on your doorstep that cost nothing more than a little study and knowhow.

The Franchhoek Valley might just be the most beautiful valley in the world. It certainly is the most beautiful in the Cape. It is also a gourmet's paradise.

The coastline around Esperance, on the south coast of Western Australia, features Australia's whitest sand and is a great watersports and wildlife spotting destination.

Auto companies are scrambling to produce cars that run on green energy, but the viable alternatives to fossil fuels seem confined to electricity, bioenergy and hydrogen.

Africans have long dominated the athletic stage; producing record breaking track and field athletes. However, Africa has yet to produce notable winter athletes.

See the best of the new annual plants available to home gardeners in 2008. New colors, healthier plants and interesting flower forms can all be found.

A bit strange relative to other edible mushrooms, the wood ear is essentially flavorless with an interesting texture. It is often used by chefs in Asian dishes.

Sydney is the state capital of New South Wales. More people live here than anywhere else in Australia so find out more about this iconic city.

Autoimmune atrophic gastritis is characterized by chronic inflammation and eventual destruction of the stomach lining, which causes nutrient deficiencies and worse.

Experience the thrill of camping along the Central Oregon Coast, while enjoying sand dunes, freshwater lakes, old growth forests, tidepools and miles of sandy beaches.

Those considering retirement may be interested in relocating to a new locale. The list of best towns for baby boomers is surprising and varied, from east coast to west.

Eid Al-Fitr is a time to rejoice for the one who has successfully fasted the month of Ramadan. The day begins with a some dates, congregational prayer and a sermon.

Chigoe Fleas (Tunga penetrans) are unlike other familiar fleas because they burrow into the skin, causing pain and sometimes serious infection.

Cynthia and her best friend, Gus, discover that Cynthia's attic is more than just your average dusty den of memories; it is a true gateway to their family histories.

From 1995 to 2005 Chilean vineyards grew from 12 to 70. Chilean wine and U.S trade policy is critical for wine exports, inclusion in wine clubs, and continued growth.

Winter gardens need not be drab and colorless. Use flowering shrubs with evergreen foliage and winter flowers to brighten the garden during the winter.

We all want the best for our canine companions. Unfortunately, many pet parents are exposing their dogs to poisons on a regular basis - without even knowing it.

E85 can deliver large savings in fossil fuel use, help fight greenhouse gas emissions and combat rising fuel prices, despite problems with production and availability.