Natural, balanced and beyond: Making sense of dog food labels

(BPT) – Whether a Saturday morning ritual or a charity fundraiser, washing vehicles on driveways, parking lots and streets can do far more harm than good. That’s because the dirty water entering storm drains from pavement washing does not undergo treatment before it is discharged. A study by the city of Federal Way, Wash., found […]

(BPT) – Whether you’re driving across the country on your annual family road trip or taking a weekend to enjoy the open road, there are plenty of ways to save on the cost of fuel. Here are some easy tips that will help you save money at the pump and stretch the fuel in your […]

Time-smart ways busy teens can continue social activism during the school year

How to save money on summer road trips

There is nothing quite as wonderful as summer. Family vacations, summer camps  and a slower pace of life. After the laid-back pace of summer, back-to-school shopping can often be an expensive and hectic finish to the season. Deal expert and blogger, Allison Silverstein, outlines five ways to keep your cool when shopping for back to […]

Back to school road trip

(BPT) – Of the top five causes of death in the U.S., only one is increasing: COPD, also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. COPD is a progressive lung disease that makes it harder to breathe over time and can cause chronic coughing, wheezing or a constant tightness in your chest. When you have COPD, […]

Transform your bathroom into an at-home spa experience

Washing your car at home can do more harm than good