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Try Steaming Pumpkin-Carrot Soup on a Frosty Fall Night

Posted on 11/1/2012 by | Fat to Fit | Comments

Personal HealthWhen it comes to calories, soup is such a bargain that even during the summer months, I hate to give it up. But now that cold weather is returning, I can easily delve into my repertoire of filling soups for delicious and satisfying meals. My current favorite is Pumpkin-Carrot Soup, a recipe I created after experimenting with different ingredients. This recipe makes 8 to 10 generous servings, so I can easily keep a container or two in the freezer to …

With the Aid of Science! “Magic” Carpets and Cyborgs for Everyday Use!

Posted on 09/7/2012 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

Personal HealthSo what cool new health research came out this week? There’s some spiffy ideas out there that could help older folks live longer and safer at home. Interestingly enough, all this elegant tech is designed to make mundane life easier. Simply put, it’s hard to make life “normal” and “everyday.” But still we try. “Magic” Carpet: It looks like a rug and lies like a rug. Nothing overtly interesting about the surface you’re walking upon. But what if your carpet …