Good morning! We started at 40° and up to 52° with a warming trend into the weekend taking us back up near record highs in the 80° range. We are on the Weather Teeter-Totter.
I bought a big bag of fresh basil at the farmer’s market. I looked up benefits of basil and found there are many, although I bought it because I love the flavor.
From AI:
Basil is a nutrient-dense herb rich in vitamin K, antioxidants (beta-carotene), and anti-inflammatory compounds like eugenol. It supports cardiovascular health, aids digestion, boosts immunity, and may help lower blood sugar. Additionally, basil is used to reduce stress, improve mental health, and provide antimicrobial benefits. WebMD +6
Key benefits of basil include:
High Nutrient Content: Just 2 tablespoons of fresh basil provide nearly 100% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin K, which is essential for bone health and blood clotting.
Anti-inflammatory & Antioxidant Properties: Basil contains antioxidants like rosmarinic acid and beta-carotene, which help fight free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, and protect against chronic diseases such as cancer.
Digestive Health: Compounds in basil, including eugenol and cineole, help soothe gastrointestinal discomfort, reduce bloating, and fight harmful bacteria.
Mental Health Support: Often used in, this study and, this study show that holy basil can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, while improving cognitive function.
Cardiovascular & Blood Sugar Management: Basil can help reduce blood pressure and, according to, this study and, this study studies in animals, improve cholesterol and lower blood sugar levels.
Immune System Boost: It contains vitamin C and zinc, which are crucial for maintaining a strong immune system. UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center +9
66 degrees here headed to 77! Snow has mostly disappeared.
Husband surprised to find the north rim closed at Grand Canyon…now figuring out which rim to head towards! He says it is hot at the bottom of the canyon! That shouldn’t be a surprise!
Yes! And today she had the drain removed, so she is free of all tubes and drains. The dog was happy, since she wasn’t allowed to be right by Annie when she had the drain tube in. She didn’t try her stairs yesterday, but maybe tonight. She has a lot of stairs to get up to the bedroom.
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Good morning to all.
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Good morning! We started at 40° and up to 52° with a warming trend into the weekend taking us back up near record highs in the 80° range. We are on the Weather Teeter-Totter.
I bought a big bag of fresh basil at the farmer’s market. I looked up benefits of basil and found there are many, although I bought it because I love the flavor.
From AI:
Basil is a nutrient-dense herb rich in vitamin K, antioxidants (beta-carotene), and anti-inflammatory compounds like eugenol. It supports cardiovascular health, aids digestion, boosts immunity, and may help lower blood sugar. Additionally, basil is used to reduce stress, improve mental health, and provide antimicrobial benefits.
WebMD +6
Key benefits of basil include:
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66 degrees here headed to 77! Snow has mostly disappeared.
Husband surprised to find the north rim closed at Grand Canyon…now figuring out which rim to head towards! He says it is hot at the bottom of the canyon! That shouldn’t be a surprise!
Have a blessed day y’all
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Kathaleena shared wonderful news on Facebook! Oh, Happy Days at Home can resume. Nothing like sleeping in one’s own bed.
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Thankful for long awaited home comings for Annie!!! ❣️❣️
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That is good news. I bet Annie is happy too. 😊
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Yes! And today she had the drain removed, so she is free of all tubes and drains. The dog was happy, since she wasn’t allowed to be right by Annie when she had the drain tube in. She didn’t try her stairs yesterday, but maybe tonight. She has a lot of stairs to get up to the bedroom.
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NJ- The North Rim is always closed from October-April. The South Rim is open year round.
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