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WELL-BEING Be aware of all the possible signs of a gas leak, including a distinct unpleasant smell. The odor is added to natural gas to help identify leaks. If a leak is suspected: * Stay calm. * Don’t light a match, candle, or cigarette, and don’t turn any electrical devices on or off, including light […]
BE FIT Regular exercise improves your physical and mental health in many ways. Despite its benefits, exercise can be hard to fit into a busy schedule. But no matter how busy your life is, there are ways to make physical activity a part of your routine. Try these small steps to work toward a more
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HEALTHY EATING Snowstorms, summer thunderstorms, and over usage can knock out power. The FDA says power outages can affect the safety of your food. Ensure that food stays safe by having a plan in place and knowing what food safety precautions to take if a power outage does occur. BEFORE * Plan ahead. Stock up
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HEALTHY EATING The cold and flu season can take its toll on even the healthiest person. With people coughing and sneezing seemingly everywhere, it can be hard to avoid the many illnesses that make their rounds this time of year. The good news is, there are some foods that may help you stave off colds
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WORK LIFE Try these before-bed snacks to help you drift off to dreamland. Each of them contains natural chemicals that may help you wind down. Don’t eat too much: a heavy snack may actually keep you awake. Source: National Sleep Foundation © American Institute for Preventive Medicine
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WELL-BEING When warm weather arrives, many people break out the flip-flops, sandals or forego shoes altogether. But the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons says this can be harmful to your feet if you’re not careful. Many flip-flops and summer shoes contain little to no support or protection. This increases your chances for foot
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Do you want to take control of your financial life? It’s up to you to understand your own money, says investment advisor Paul Taylor, a member of the National Ethics Bureau. Taylor offers the following suggestions: For your cash flow, keep in mind the four A’s: Accounting, Analysis, Allocation, and Adjustment. The four
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WELL-BEING While many people try to steer clear of arguments with family members, two Vanderbilt University philosophy professors offer a better solution. Scott F. Aikin and Robert B. Talisse co-wrote Why We Argue (and How We Should): A Guide to Political Disagreement. The trend to avoid arguments with loved ones has more to do with
FAMILY LIFE When it comes to finding toys to encourage a child’s interest in science, sometimes simpler can be better and yet more sophisticated. Creighton University professor of physics Dr. Gintaras Duda suggests looking at toys with a tactile, kinesthetic component that can help illustrate scientific principles while allowing a child to come up with
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HEALTHY EATING Eating and socializing go hand in hand. Throughout human history, people have gathered together to eat. Some research has shown that when people are in a group, they tend to eat larger meals and more calories. As a result, it can be hard to stick with your healthy eating plans when you’re at
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