FAMILY LIFE A family mission statement defines your core values & priorities. It’s a useful tool to bind your family together for a common purpose. Gather as a family to talk about what you value most. Brainstorm words that best describe your family dynamics and priorities. Ask good questions * What is our family’s purpose? […]
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BE FIT Going to the gym can be expensive in terms of both money and time. Instead of spending all that money on a membership, why not invest in equipment you can use for years without having to leave your house? You don’t need fancy machines to create a functional home gym. And you don’t
BE FIT CrossFit is a high-intensity strength and conditioning workout. It emphasizes dynamic exercises such as Olympic lifting, plyometrics, and kettlebells. Who can do CrossFit? CrossFit can be modified for a variety of ages and fitness levels. There are even CrossFit classes for kids and seniors. Is CrossFit safe? Because CrossFit is a high-intensity form
HEALTHY EATING Curry is a unique, delicious spice commonly found in East Indian cuisine. Curry powder is actually a blend of several ground spices, including turmeric, coriander, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and chili. Each mixture can be different, and its color ranges from golden yellow to deep orange. The spices that make up curry powder have
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MEDICAL NEWS Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease that affects 70,000 people worldwide. People who have CF have a gene mutation. This gene mutation causes mucus in the body to become thick and sticky. With CF, thick mucus in the lungs can cause infections and make it hard to breathe. The pancreas, which helps
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BE FIT When you’re not exercising, you can still burn extra calories! Use little ways to get more fit every day. Don’t make things convenient. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Park farther away from your destination and walk. Use your bike instead of a car for quick grocery store runs. Put your favorite
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HEALTHY EATING Losing weight can be challenging. It means you have to change your eating and exercise habits. But does it mean you have to give up all the foods you love? Many myths about a healthy diet can make the task harder than it needs to be. But the truth is, you can change
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HEALTHY EATING Studies have shown that eating healthy foods, especially plants, can help prevent certain health problems. It can help you avoid type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Some research also shows that a healthy diet can help prevent cancer. There is no single food or diet that will always prevent cancer. Many times,
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Many people have a non-human companion at home. Pets are good company, but they may also lower stress. How do pets help with stress? Most people enjoy petting their dog or cat or taking care of a fish, rabbit or lizard. Interacting with animals may decrease levels of a stress hormone called
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SELF-CARE CORNER Triglycerides are a type of lipid, or fat, in your blood. Everyone has some triglycerides. But high triglycerides, when combined with high “bad” cholesterol and low “good” cholesterol, could be bad for heart health. How do I know my triglyceride levels? High triglycerides have no signs or symptoms. The only way to know
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