FAMILY LIFE Today’s families are busier than ever. Sports, music, and other extracurricular activities may take up most – if not all – of your child’s free time outside of school. Is this helping or hurting our kids? The American Academy of Pediatrics says free play time is an important aspect of a child’s development. […]
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WELL-BEING Just like the average coach airplane seat is uncomfortable for most people, office chairs and desks may not fit you either. Arrange your laptop, computer, and tablet so they fit you, urges Dr. Erik Peper, professor at San Francisco State University’s Institute for Holistic Health Studies. Don’t let an incorrectly adjusted chair or table
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SELF-CARE CORNER It’s itchy and red. Maybe painful. A rash is your immune system’s way of saying, “I’m protecting you.” When skin cells detect something suspicious (such as poison ivy or chickenpox), they begin a chain reaction that leads to inflammation or swelling. Doctors call it dermatitis. But you might think of it as a
WELL-BEING Chilly weather can be hard on feet. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons offers 5 tips to healthy feet. 1.If the shoe fits, wear it-Narrow shoes, overly-high heels or shoes that aren’t worn very often, such as dress shoes, can irritate feet and lead to blisters, calluses, swelling, and even severe ankle
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HEALTHY EATING Spring is here – and it’s the perfect time to think about starting a garden. But a garden doesn’t have to be just for decoration. Grow something you and your family can eat! Even if you don’t have a lot of room, many delicious and healthy foods can be grown in pots and
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HEALTHY EATING Try this toast with a tall glass of fat-free milk. Did you know that cinnamon is a sweet spice that comes from a tropical evergreen tree? You may add up to 1 teaspoon in this recipe if you like this unique spice. Ingredients: 2 large eggs 2 Tbsp nonfat milk 1/2 tsp ground
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HEALTHY EATING A small study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome who took low-cost daily 1,500-milligram cinnamon supplements had about twice the menstrual cycles over a six-month period compared to women with PCOS who were given a placebo. Having regular menstrual cycles increases the likelihood of pregnancy. Researchers from Columbia University Medical Center in
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients 2 cups macaroni* ½ cup onion, chopped ½ cup fat-free evaporated milk 1 medium egg, lightly beaten ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1¼ cups (4 oz) low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded Cooking spray Directions 1. Preheat oven to 350° F. 2. Cook macaroni according to package directions-but do not add salt
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SELF-CARE CORNER If you wear contact lenses, it’s important to keep them clean and care for them properly. Not taking care of your contact lens could cause an eye infection known as keratitis, which can cause serious eye problems. The CDC says 988,000 people had keratitis in 2010. The biggest risk factor was improper care
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SELF-CARE CORNER You’re feeling pretty lousy. You’ve got sniffles, sneezing, and a sore throat. Is it a cold, flu, or allergies? It can be hard to tell them apart because they share so many symptoms. But understanding the differences will help you choose the best treatment, advises the NIH News in Health. © American Institute
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