Passing On Peanut Butter? 12 Yummy Alternatives [Greatist] Who doesn’t love a good PB & J? But if you’re getting a bit bored with the same old spread, check out a dozen alternative nut and seed butters, from coconut to pecan, that’ll add some pizazz to your morning toast. If the list seriously whets your appetite, brief yourself on How To Prevent Snacking Too Much…before you demolish the entire jar. A Scary Bounce House Warning [Los Angeles Times] They’ve become one of the hottest birthday party accessories, but according to a new report in the journal Pediatrics, injuries caused by inflatable bounce houses soared 15-fold between 1990 and 2010. More than 64,000 kids were treated in that time period, often for injuries like concussions, sprains and broken bones. In 2010 alone, the figures translate to 31 children injured in a bounce house every single day. Books To Beat The Workplace Blahs [Fast Company] In dire need of a little office inspiration? It’s a familiar feeling around the holidays, when you’d rather be baking cookies—or eating them—than trying to meet deadlines. Consider giving yourself an early gift, with one of the 12 books that shaped the way we work this year. These tomes run the gamut, from advice for entrepreneurs to tips on acing that social media profile. (Happen to be looking for a job? Get some smart gig advice with our Career Change 101.) Follow her on Twitter: @katiedrumm Send news tips and positive vibes to: Katie.Drummond@rodale.com
