History of beards, pasta with greens and feta, arthritis

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View in Browser | Almanac.com | Get a Copy Thursday, July 22, 2021 Who was born on this day? What happened today in history? Click to find out. Autumn begins in 62 days Question of the Day How much space junk is out there? – Answer Puzzle of the Day Can a leopard change his spots? – Answer In winter I get up at night And dress by yellow candle-light. In summer, quite the other way, I have to go to bed by day. –Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–94) ADVERTISEMENT Natural Remedies for Arthritis If you feel pain and stiffness in your joints caused by inflammation, see our natural remedies for arthritis—plus, tips on some foods to eat and not to eat to alleviate inflammation.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Has All This Volatility Got You Worried? Great news, it actually could be a good sign for your portfolio. Go HERE for details.   LEARN MORE   The History of Shaving and Beards Can you imagine plucking facial hair? When (and why) did men start shaving their beards? Interestingly, shaving has been around since the cave man! Perceptions of facial hair like beards and mustaches have fallen in and out of fashion over the centuries, just as they do today.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT 3 Breakfast Mistakes Linked To Weight Gain (#2 Will Surprise You) The common belief is the timing of when you eat in the morning is everything when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight, however, this is simply not true. What’s shocking is that Americans are learning what was a “healthy breakfast”, is actually leading to their poor digestion and weight gain. Watch The Video.   LEARN MORE   Gardening in Clay Soils Sticky. Heavy. Soggy. Crusty. Not a band of wayward Disney dwarfs but instead words used by gardeners to describe their clay soil! While clay soil has its challenges, it also has its positives. Let’s focus on how to improve clay soil—and dispel some misperceptions.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Where can I find gorgeous and useful purses? These delightful crossbody bags have a small front pocket adorned with beautiful designs like this sunflower. They also include an adjustable strap - use them as purses, crossbody bags, or even pouches! Plus, they perfectly fit your cell phone!   LEARN MORE   How to Save Vegetable Seeds Want to save vegetable seeds to replant next year? Here’s our seed-saving guide for beginners. Learn how to harvest and save seeds from some of your favorite garden vegetables, including beans, peppers, tomatoes, and more!   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT The classic features of an Almanac you can trust, made extra fun for kids! Get The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids exclusively at The Old Farmer’s Store! It includes calendars with exciting historical moments and fun facts about holidays; interesting tidbits about how astronomy affects our daily lives; fun guides for tracking and predicting the weather; wit and wisdom about your body, from your nose to your toes; and more!   LEARN MORE   Pasta With Greens and Feta Pasta and greens make a marvelous combination—plus, a tasty and nutritious change of pace from the usual tomato sauce.   READ MORE   ADVERTISEMENT Taking one day at a time has never been more fun! The Old Farmer’s Almanac 2022 Everyday Calendar lets you start each day learning something new: For example, What is “eigengrau”? What food can you use to soothe the itch of a mosquito bite? The answers to these questions and many more are in the Everyday Calendar!   LEARN MORE   If you enjoy the Almanac Companion... Share with a Friend THE OLD FARMER SELECTED THESE PRODUCTS FOR YOU View More Product from The Old Farmer's Store Did a friend forward you this briefing? You can sign up here. If you enjoy this newsletter, consider picking up a copy of The Old Farmer's Almanac. Your support makes this all possible! Are you on social? Enjoy more Almanac wit & wisdom!  Visit Almanac.com Shop Our Store You received this email because you signed for updates from The Old Farmer's Almanac. If you do not wish to receive our regular e-mail newsletter in the future, please click here to manage preferences. *Please do not reply to this e-mail* © Yankee Publishing Inc. An Employee-Owned Company 1121 Main Street | P.O. Box 520 | Dublin, NH 03444 Contact Us View web version