Wellness

Shop And Save Now: Taking Advantage Of Summer Sales Flyers

Posted 23 hours 39 min ago by Rhonda Franz

Home Life, Finances, Shopping, Nutrition, Wellness

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The heat is on, and stores are fighting hard for your business. Don't miss out on the savings you can get in your local stores' summer sales ads, for now — and later.

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The Hollywood Baby Food Diet: What, Who, And Why?

Posted July 22, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Culture, Healthcare, Wellness

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A four-ounce serving of mashed vegetables as a meal replacement? The Hollywood Baby Food Diet is a strange fad, indeed. Don't give in.

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5 Things to Remember When Choosing Natural Products

Posted July 17, 2010 - 21:00 by Katrina Simeck

Shopping, Wellness, Allergies

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Overwhelmed with options when shopping for natural personal care and beauty products? Be armed with this info when navigating the naturals aisles.

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Eat Up! The USDA Summer Food Program

Posted July 12, 2010 - 09:30 by Rhonda Franz

Education, Health, Nutrition, Pre School, Healthcare, K-8, Wellness, High School

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The USDA summer food program is intended to make sure children have plenty to eat during the summer months when those who would normally be participating in the school lunch program don’t have access to those meals. Continued funding for the program is a current issue right now in Congress.

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What Is Heat Stress?

Posted July 10, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, Home Life, Health, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Heat stress is the broad category of conditions related to hot-weather or being in a heat-filled environment. Infants and young children are especially prone to problems with these conditions this time of year. Get educated, and take precautions to protect your family from heat-related dangers.

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Research Focuses On Babies’ Health Following Caesarean Deliveries

Posted July 7, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Birth, New Parents, Healthcare, Wellness

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New research focusing on babies' health shows evidence of protective bacteria in newborns delivered vaginally. The researchers believe the results call for more studies on how birth methods affect health and development of babies and children.

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American Academy of Pediatrics Reverses Position on Toddler Swim Training

Posted June 30, 2010 - 06:54 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, Education, Learning Tools, New Parents, Wellness

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Swim away! Basing their decision on new research, The American Academy of Pediatrics has reversed their position on swimming lessons for toddlers.

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Protect Children from Summer Dehydration

Posted June 16, 2010 - 05:39 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, Home Life, Health, Healthcare, Wellness

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With summer fun comes summer dangers. Help keep children safe and healthy by practicing dehydration prevention.

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Banning Happy Meal Toys: More Nanny Legislation?

Posted May 18, 2010 - 07:17 by Margaret Garcia-Couoh

Culture, Nutrition, Wellness

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In an effort to get American children to eat more nutritiously, one county has decided to ban the toys that come with their Happy Meals.

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Fit Body, Fit Mind: Physical Fitness and Academic Achievement

Posted May 11, 2010 - 09:33 by Rhonda Franz

Education, Health, Learning Tools, Nutrition, Pre School, Wellness, K-8, High School

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Recent research studies demonstrate a relationship between children's fitness and academic performance.

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Words Can Hurt and Ease Pain

Posted April 28, 2010 - 13:46 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Wellness

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Have you ever accidentally hurt yourself -- stubbed a toe, pinched a finger -- and let fly with the obscenities? There could be a logical reason why you said what you. Profanity may even be a pain reliever.

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How to Tackle Stuttering

Posted April 15, 2010 - 06:31 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Do you love a child who stutters? It may sound mean, but fight the urge to finish his sentences. There are better ways to help.

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Helping Children Cope with Natural Disasters and Trauma

Posted April 11, 2010 - 09:47 by Deeanna Franklin Campbell

Wellness

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Earthquakes, tornadoes, tsunamis, mud slides....the news is bursting with a one disaster after another. It's a lot for an adult to take in, but it can be completely overwhelming for a child. Here's a few suggestions on how to help kids make sense of it all.

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Labeled: Food Product Manufacturers Called Out by the FDA

Posted March 22, 2010 - 08:50 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness

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With new regulations, the FDA plans to crack down on misleading food product labels. With her recent open letter to the food industry, the FDA commissioner expects companies to shape up. Parents: hopefully making healthy choices for your families will soon require less vigilance.

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Helicopter Parents: Is Bubble-Wrapping Your Children About to Blow Up in Your Face?

Posted February 8, 2010 - 03:00 by Sonja Stewart

Education, Pre School, Wellness, K-8, Allergies, High School, Higher Education, Parent-Teacher, Extra Curricular

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If you think that rescuing your child is protecting them from the harsh realities of life, you may just be delaying the inevitable. Here's how to put your parenting back into perspective.

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“F” For Fitness: Grading Students On Their Health

Posted January 20, 2010 - 09:36 by Rhonda Franz

Education, Health, Nutrition, Pre School, Wellness, K-8, High School, Higher Education, Parent-Teacher

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Last fall, in an apparent effort to combat current rates of poor diet and obesity, Lincoln University in Pennsylvania required anyone with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or above to take a fitness course.

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The Great American Milk-Drinking Craze: Good Purpose Or Propaganda?

Posted January 15, 2010 - 14:54 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness, Allergies, Diseases & Disorders

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Other than sunshine, the most common vitamin D source is usually considered to be cow’s milk. But as goes the good stuff, so goes the bad. Cow’s milk contains saturated fat and cholesterol, ingredients both linked to heart disease.

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Two Simple Resolutions For Better Living And Better Parenting In 2010

Posted December 31, 2009 - 08:23 by Lela Davidson

Home Life, Time Management, Work Balance, Culture, Wellness

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Resolutions -- I know, I hate them too, but I’m making two subjective and non-measurable resolutions this year. And my 2010 will be the better for them. I feel it!

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When Mama Ain’t Happy, Nobody’s Healthy

Posted December 10, 2009 - 09:00 by Lela Davidson

Health, Healthcare, Allergies, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Moms, the science is clear: get happy! If not your family will suffer. It's not about moods, it's about health.

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The Art of War: How Arguing in Front of Your Kids Can Benefit Them

Posted August 11, 2009 - 08:32 by Sonja Stewart

Etiquette, Sex & Relationships, Conflict Resolution, Relationships, Wellness

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Before you take that disagreement with your spouse to the bedroom, think about how your children may learn of it. It's a fine line, but if you can play by the rules, your kids will benefit from your “heated discussion,” and pick up some valuable tools.

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