Quotes of the Day

Black cumin is a plant traditionally used in Middle Eastern cuisines that can boost AMPK. Daily black cumin consumption of 1 or 2 g has been found to significantly improve weight loss, cholesterol, triglycerides, blood pressure, and blood sugar control. The spice also lowers markers of inflammation, such as C-reactive protein, and has favorable effects on inflammatory conditions, such as asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and a common cause of hypothyroidism called Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Black cumin also appears to help get rid of kidney stones and help with the symptoms of menopause. [2023] - Michael Greger

HowAboutWe's no-fail formula for a great first date: 1 part alcohol + 1 part activity + 1 part specific location. For example, suggest playing Ping-Pong and enjoying a craft beer at the Standard Hotel's outdoor beer garden with your match. [2013] - Laurie Davis

Citric acid is damaging in any mouth, and in a dry mouth, where it is not diluted or washed off teeth by saliva, the damage will be more extreme. Many fruits contain citric acid, as do the drinks made from them: grapefruit, oranges, limes, or lemons. Other foods, such as bananas, almonds, potatoes, vegetables of all kinds, fresh apples, and even pineapple, can make the mouth alkaline. [2025] - Ellie Phillips

A primary trend lasts the longest period of time, and its lifespan may range between eight months and two years. An intermediate trend could last from a month to as long as eight months. A short-term trend can last for a few days to as long as a month. Day traders are concerned with spotting and identifying short-term trends. [2007] - Grace Cheng

How fast is the turnover of houses in the multiple listing service? Anything over five or six months is considered high and indicates a slow market. Anything under 60 days indicates a hot market. [2006] - Robert Irwin