Pets are part of the family and at one time or another, you and your entire family may need or want to travel or move together. Traveling is stressful under the best circumstances; therefore, the below comfort and safety tips for pet-friendly travel apply to everyone who wants to make traveling with your furry friends a safe and pleasurable experience. Of course, preparation is always first and foremost with any trip, especially if you’re bringing along a beloved pet: 1. Invest in a quality carrier/crate It should be secure and large enough for your pet to sit, stand, and easily turn around. Also, leave room for essentials – such as blankets, water bowl, and a small litter box for cats or ferrets. 2. Safely secure your pet Put your pet in the carrier and take them for short drives. Increasing travel time gradually so they get used to the car. If you’re not driving, walk them around the airport, train station, or bus depot to allow them to get familiar with the smells, sights, and sounds of the area. 3. Mode of transportation Consider other forms of transport that will be part of your trip – such as cab rides, rental vehicles, boats, etc.

Men experience more hair loss than women. Common hair loss in women is contributed to pregnancy, menopause, anemia, certain diseases, poor nutrition, age, and anemia. Hair loss or male pattern baldness is closely related to the same conditions as women experience. This includes testosterone or hormonal issues, medical conditions, androgenetic alopecia (family history), thyroid disease, stress, poor nutrition, age, and even certain medications. Most hair loss conditions can be treated by a qualified dermatologist or an endocrinologist. Below is a list of the common causes of hair loss: 1. Androgenetic hair loss Both men and women can suffer from androgenetic hair loss. In women, it is known as female pattern hair loss (FPHL) and in men it’s called male pattern hair loss (MPHL). Hormones play a key role in both female and male pattern baldness. Other hair loss issues include a lack of nutrition, trauma, genes, and/or inflammation from a medical condition. More than 70% of men suffer from MPHL while 40% of women suffer from FPHL. Women have more options for hair loss treatments than men. Men can be treated with pills, topical solutions, and hair restoration surgery whereas women can take oral drugs, platelet therapy, laser therapy, and topical medications.

Nothing quite compares to the freedom of having your own set of wheels. It gives you the ability to go wherever you want, whenever you want. Not much can beat that feeling of climbing into your brand new car that still has that “new car” smell. The biggest setback to getting your new car is paying for that car and the method of doing so. Luckily, there are a few different options to make your new car dreams come true. Let’s dive into the benefits of leasing a vehicle versus financing a vehicle: 1. Monthly payments Both options will require monthly payments and both have their own unique benefits. When you lease a vehicle, you will generally have lower payments and won’t end up paying more than what the vehicle is worth because payments will be centered around the depreciation or loss of value of the vehicle. When you finance a vehicle, you may have higher monthly payments but are building up equity and value over time. You get what you put into it. Whereas when you lease, you’re paying to use it and won’t have anything to show for it in the end, or you can see it as a “no strings attached” method and a means of financial freedom.

Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts that retain the smell and flavor, known as essence. They are obtained through distillation or mechanical methods, like cold pressing. They capture the plant’s flavor and scent and are commonly used for aromatherapy where they can be inhaled or applied on the skin after diluting. People all over the world are learning more about these oils and putting them to work, whether they use them for cleaning purposes, to relax, and even to better their health. The logic then follows that all the oils you use for yourself can also be used to make your pets happier and healthier. Unfortunately, many of these essential oils are actually harmful to pets and can even kill them if ingested or applied directly to their skin. Before bringing any type of essential oil into your home, ask your veterinarian if it is safe and harmless to your furry friend. There are many essential oils that have absolutely no pet toxicity and can even be beneficial to your pet in small doses. There is no rule saying that you absolutely can’t enjoy both pets and essential oils, you simply have to find safe essential oils for pets so you can all benefit at once:

The mere idea of cruising along the ocean on a ship, breathing in the salty air and feeling the breeze flowing through your hair is like a dream. European Cruises and Caribbean Cruises mean changes of scenery, but the dream is the same. The dream is to relax and refresh both the mind and body. The benefits of cruises go beyond the cost savings, safety, and convenience, they can even benefit your health. Few vacations offer the same health benefits that a cruise vacation does. Let’s discuss some of the major health benefits of cruising: 1. Sunshine Sailing on the open ocean gives people the opportunity to soak up the sun on the decks. While it is important to use sunblock to prevent sunburn and avoid skin cancer, proper sun exposure can be healthy. The sun stimulates the production of vitamin D and can even help fight heart disease and cancer. Sun exposure can even boost serotonin levels, fight depression, and promotes better sleep. Always remember to reapply your sunscreen throughout the day. 2. Fitness There are all sorts of activities on cruise ships and one major focus the activities is physical fitness. Cruise ships offer well-equipped fitness centers and even classes, like yoga and aerobics.