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SUCCESS OVER STRESS To mentally rejuvenate and de-stress, the obvious choice may be to take time off from work or get away from the routine at home with a vacation, but a psychologist at the University of Alabama at Birmingham says a long vacation may not be your best bet. “Although vacations themselves rank fairly […]
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FINANCIAL HEALTH In the U.S., we throw out millions of tons of food each year. Most people have thrown out food that spoiled or was simply never eaten. This harms the environment because it adds up to more waste, and it’s also harmful to your budget. It’s a lot like throwing money in the garbage!
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HEALTHY EATING If you’ve seen the term “gluten-free” on food items and at restaurants, you may be wondering if you should be avoiding gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Many breads, pastas and cereals contain gluten. But, other products you wouldn’t suspect also have gluten like sauces, beer and malt
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WELL-BEING Today’s office workers are expected to multitask regularly, often juggling multiple projects and priorities over the course of a day. Studies have shown that the typical employee in an office environment is interrupted up to 6 times per hour, but how does that impact the finished product? “People don’t realize how disruptive interruptions can
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BE FIT Although you may be coughing, your body aching, and your nose running like a faucet, it can be difficult to decide if you should exercise or take a temporary break. “We all know that exercise is key to good health, but there are times that your body may need a break,” said Dr.
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS If you’re feeling the effects of stress and anxiety in your life, you may want to look at your use of smartphones, tablets, and TV. A study done by psychologists at the University of Worcester in England says that frequent use of electronic devices could be linked to higher stress levels. If
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FAMILY LIFE Many kids love the sugary sweet taste of soda, sports drinks and energy drinks. And, many of these drinks also contain various amounts of caffeine. Is it okay for your child to consume these drinks? No, says the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Because these drinks can actually be harmful, the AAP says
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WELL-BEING What do America’s elder citizens say about living a happy, healthy, and successful life? A Cornell University professor, Karl Pillemer, asked hundreds of seniors and gives their advice in his book 30 Lessons for Living: Tried and True Advice from the Wisest Americans. *Take risks to avoid regret.People in their 70s, 80s, 90s, and
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HEALTHY EATING Edible seeds can play an important part in the human diet, not only because they’re nutritious, but they can also add appearance, texture, and taste to a variety of foods. Experts at the Institute of Food Technologists provide a short lesson in popular seeds: Seed: Chia Origin:Mexico, Central America Taste:Mild, slightly nutty Uses:Cookies,
HEALTHY EATING Ingredients 2 potatoes (medium, sliced) 2 cups carrot (sliced) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup onion (sliced) 1 pound ground beef (browned & drained) 1-1/2 cups green beans 1 can tomato soup Directions Lightly oil or spray baking dish with cooking spray. Layer ingredients in the order given. Cover. Bake at 350ºF for
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