Quotes of the Day

The twenty-five foods that do the most to support immunity are apples, berries, broccoli family vegetables, carrots, citrus fruits, dark leafy greens, green food powders (chlorella, barley grass, wheatgrass), figs, dates, garlic, flaxseed, legumes, oats, olives, herbs and spices, mushrooms, potatoes, sea vegetables, squash, tomatoes, soy foods, nuts, seeds, whole grains, and yogurt. [2009] - Frances Sheridan Goulart

People are sensitive to other people in their work or home environment. Whenever someone considers making a purchase, he or she thinks about how other people may respond to that purchase decision. No one wants to be criticized. If there is a chance that the prospect will be criticized by his boss or spouse for making a particular purchase, he will refrain from making that purchase altogether. [2004] - Brian Tracy

Watch out for triclosan, parabens, fragrances, sodium lauryl sulfate, and polyethylene glycol (often listed as PEG) in your shampoos and conditioners. Safe alternatives include products by Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC), Maia's, Annmarie Gianni Skin Care, Face Naturals, and The Honest Company. Clean your clothes without poisons. Always avoid products with labels that say "warning," "danger," or "poison." Forgo fabric softener and instead add 2 cups organic vinegar to the wash. Safe alternatives include detergent by GreenShield Organic, Dr. Bronner's, Seventh Generation, and Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day. [2019] - Mira Calton

Pension fund managers are more likely to know oodles more about making money in the markets than financial advisers or brokers. Most pension funds have their money in a 60/40 split: 60 percent stocks and 40 percent bonds. [2017] - Andrew Hallam

Your landlord is responsible for repairing heating, plumbing, electricity, locks, walls/floors/ceilings (including water leaks/holes), fire doors/escapes, intercoms, elevators, fridge/stove, laundry facilities, furniture included in your rent and garages/storage sheds. [2015] - Kris Anderson