Lifestyle

Needing energy?

The right snacks can provide an energy boost that lasts until meal time comes around again. It’s not just what people eat but how they eat that can affect their energy levels. The connection between energy and eating is significant.

August gardening means going slow

It’s August in Louisiana, and we don’t recommend doing much in the garden or, shall we say, not much in this heat. Right now, it’s enough of a chore to help our struggling plants survive. It’s best to stay on top of watering, preventing pests and removing weeds from garden beds.

Take-all patch creeping up in Louisiana lawns

Take-all patch, also known as take-all root rot, is causing problems in some Louisiana lawns. The fungus is frequently found in turfgrass roots without causing significant disease, said Raj Singh, LSU AgCenter plant doctor.

Try these five low calorie snacks

I need to become more diligent on choosing the right kind of snacks. However, after reading the following, courtesy of Newspaper Metro, I have learned that I do like most of the low-calorie snacks. I will have to learn to enjoy eating air popped popcorn, and nonfat Greek yogurt.

Plants, the essentials of life

As humans, we need water, food and sleep. OK — more than that. We also need a good immune system, among other things. But thanks to plants and the sun, we as humans can eat, breathe and live. Ultimately, our survival depends on them. Yes, that’s right.

How to keep a pet-friendly home clean

Despite all of the advantages pets can bring, they tend to be a little messy. However, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to have a pet and maintain a clean home. I have an indoor pet cat and right now I’m not particularly liking her.

Use summer to plan your fall garden

Summertime is the best time to just sit back and enjoy your garden. And while you’re at it, you can start thinking about fall gardening.

Lemonade stand

Nadia Dugas, 11, operated a lemonade stand Monday on B&B Avenue. She also offered cookies for 25¢ each at her stand. Dugas is the daughter of Danielle Leger and Yancy Miller.

From the July 2008 Eunice News files

From the July 2008 files of The Eunice News. Up, up and away. Children attending a summer program at LSUE sponsored by the Children’s Defense Fund release balloons on Friday celebrating the CDF Freedom Schools National Day of Social Action.

Bulb & Blossom Gardens of the Month selected

Erin Jones of The Eunice Bulb & Blossom Garden Club presented the Business Garden of the Month marker to Edward Jones Investment, located on West Laurel Avenue.