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HEALTHY EATING The best antidote to eating fast food too often is to build a repertoire of quick meals you can make at home. While it takes a little bit of upfront effort, once you get in the groove of turning fresh, whole food into “fast” food, you’ll become quick and efficient. And hopefully healthier! […]
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FAMILY LIFE Pre-dinner tips * Get your child involved. Many kids can help with shopping and cooking. Being involved in the process may make them more likely to try new foods. Have them choose a favorite fruit or vegetable from the store. Younger children can help pour ingredients or cut soft foods, like bananas, with
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Gratitude is a great stress-buster. When you focus on what you are thankful for, it becomes difficult to stay anxious or worried. Even if what is happening at the moment is stressful, choosing to emphasize the positive can keep life in perspective. A gratitude journal is one effective way to make thankfulness
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MEDICAL NEWS Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at a specific time of the year. It can be either winter or summer pattern depression, though winter pattern depression is more common. SAD is different from the experience of what many people call the “winter blues.” It’s fairly common for people
SUCCESS OVER STRESS Your home should be a haven where you can find relief from stress. If it’s not, you could lower stress levels by making some simple changes in your home. The ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui focuses on how things are placed in the home. It is based on a belief that
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WELL-BEING Radon can get into your home and cause serious health problems. But you can take steps to remove this dangerous gas that you can’t see, taste or smell. Radon is a natural radioactive gas. When uranium breaks down in the soil, it makes radon. Then, radon can seep into a home’s foundation, causing health
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FINANCIAL HEALTH A federal tax extension allows you extra time to file your taxes. You can request an extension for any reason and receive an additional six months to complete your return. Here’s what you need to know. * You must request an extension before your filing deadline. Don’t delay or you risk a penalty.
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HEALTHY EATING Many people like to use their grill or barbecue during the summer months. While grilling can create delicious meals, it’s important to know how to avoid grilling meats the wrong way, which can increase cancer-causing substances in the food. Substances known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heterocyclic amines (HCAs) can be found
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BE FIT Too tired to work out? Try these tips to boost energy and get moving. 1. Move around. At work, try to switch between sitting and standing. Doing too much of one or the other may leave you feeling drained. 2. Sip lots of water. Starting in the morning, drink water and keep drinking
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MEDICAL NEWS Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes, are often advertised as a “safer cigarette.” E-cigarettes are battery-operated devices that contain liquid. The liquid heats up when it’s turned on. When someone smokes an e-cigarette, they inhale the vapor from the liquid inside. E-cigarettes are also called JUULs, vapes, vape pens, e-pens and e-hookahs. Smoking
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