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HEALTHY EATING To introduce a new vegetable, try serving it with something you already enjoy. Pairing Brussels sprouts with potatoes and chicken is a good way to try them out. Ingredients 3 cups Brussels sprouts (fresh or frozen halved vertically, about 3/4 pound) 4 small red potatoes (cut into chunks) 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 […]
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HEALTHY EATING Everyone needs some sodium. It helps with the body’s fluids, muscles and nerves. But most people eat too much. Here’s why cutting back can do you some good: Eating less sodium can lower the risk of a heart attack, heart failure, stroke and kidney disease. If people lowered sodium intake to 1,500 mg
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Everyone fails or goes through difficult times. When we see other people going through a rough period, most of us respond with compassion. Yet, it is not uncommon for people to be much harder on themselves than they would ever be to a loved one in the same situation. How we treat
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FAMILY LIFE It’s time to send your young adult off for their first semester of college. Here are some tips to be sure they’re ready for move-in day. *Pack light.Only pack the basics you know they will use and plan to order additional items when needed. *Bring cleaning supplies.Have them handy when you first arrive.
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FAMILY LIFE Child abuse affects hundreds of thousands of children each year. Even if you don’t know someone affected by child abuse, you can help prevent it. It starts with knowing its causes and risk factors. Why does abuse happen? If a parent or caregiver has these risk factors, child abuse is more likely to
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WELL-BEING Fireworks are all fun and games until someone gets hurt. In fact, fireworks start an average of 18,500 fires each year and cause thousands of injuries. However, those facts still don’t deter many people from buying and setting off fireworks each summer. To keep yourself and your family safe, practice these fireworks safety tips.
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Gathering together with friends and family creates treasured memories. But hosting those gatherings can be stressful. Here’s how to create a fun get-together without all the worry. Plan ahead It’s never too early to start making to-do lists and shopping lists for upcoming gatherings. Keep paper handy to jot down things as
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FAMILY LIFE If you feel like you are running from one thing to the next without enough time to catch your breath, you may be overscheduled. Even if all the items on your calendar are things you love, being too busy isn’t good for you. Everyone needs a bit of margin in their life. Having
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MEDICAL NEWS Most cases of cervical cancer are caused by a virus known as HPV. More than 79 million people in the U.S. have HPV. Screening tests can detect HPV and cervical cancer, and the HPV vaccine can prevent it. Still, the American Cancer society says more than 13,000 new cases of invasive cervical cancer
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HEALTHY EATING If you feel confused about whether it’s OK to eat burgers and steak, you are not alone. While there is no one right answer for everyone, there are helpful guidelines that can aid you in deciding whether eating beef is right for you. Some people choose to give up beef completely, and that’s
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