328 articles on "heat"

What To Consider When Choosing New Windows

Windows can be both beautiful and practical additions to a home. They let in natural light and fresh air as well. Unfortunately, while they can be beautiful the wrong windows can actually raise your heating costs. This is because poor-quality windows...

Home Improvement  home improvement windows heat
Keeping Warm And Saving Power

Keeping warm and saving power may seem like a contradiction. After all, we need to use a bit of power to get a bit of warmth in our homes. So how can you save on power - and on carbon emissions - and still keep yourself from catching hypothermia or w...

Environment  environment donapost heat water room
The Cost of Solar Energy

Solar power is a natural source of power that comes straight from the sun. When solar power hits the earth it spreads over the earth's surface and gives warmth evenly. If you could capture the sun's rays into a certain location for a extend...

Environment  environment solar heat power energy property
JUST STEP OUTSIDE

Ah! sensual pleasures. Step outside on a bright, warm morning and breathe in the first morning air. Can you distinguish the lilacs growing on the edge of the road, and the sweet wet dew that is drying as the sun’s heat intensifies? Coffee must be r...

Writing  writing heat into
Is Heat or Ice Better for Arthritis Pain?

Is Heat or Ice Better for Arthritis Pain? by: Stephanie E. Siegrist, MD You probably know that applying heat or ice to a painful joint can help relieve pain, but have questions about these simple techniques. Which one? Why? How often? How long? ...

Health  health heat pain sense good
Exercising In Heat

Exercising In Heat by: Lynn BodeSummer is officially here. Finally you can pack away your jackets and get outside. Summer offers extras hours of daylight and with it the opportunity to spend even more time enjoying outdoor activities. For many, ...

Health  health drink heat
Hydration and Athletic Performance

Hydration and Athletic Performance by: Colleen Palati Hydration and Athletic Performance Water is crucial to our survival. Because our body is made up of 60% water, it is important to be aware of our body’s need for hydration. Our body needs w...

Health  health heat exercise when
Top 10 Summer Tips for Your Pet

Top 10 Summer Tips for Your Pets Summer is here and sadly this season has seen a large amount of flooding that has brought tragedy and loss for thousands of people around Australia who have been greatly affected by the natural diaster. Temperature...

Pets And Animals  pets animals water heat very