All posts by LadyLively

  • Giving Your Child a Time-Out Won’t Cause Long-Term Damage: Study

    Time-outs don’t increase kids’ risk of emotional or behavioral problems, according to a new study that researchers say dispels misleading information. The study included the children of nearly 1,400 U.S. parents. Of those parents, 28% said they...

    • Posted September 22, 2019
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  • Take a Fresh Look at Fitness Classes

    Tired of taking the same old cardio class? It’s time to explore some of the combination classes being offered at both large gyms and small, more personalized fitness centers. One of the most popular options is the...

    • Posted September 20, 2019
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  • Smarter Snacks for Football Fans

    This year, when the gang comes over to watch football, score big with these healthy treats. Rich and creamy onion dip with chips is a favorite and so easy to make by mixing sour cream into a...

    • Posted September 20, 2019
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  • Don’t Let Fear of Cancer Keep You From Doctor Visits

    As terrified as you might be of a possible cancer diagnosis from your doctor, a new study warns that you still need to keep your appointment. Why? Patients who blow off appointments for cancer symptoms are 12%...

    • Posted September 20, 2019
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  • Health Highlights: Sept. 20, 2019

    Vaping-Linked Lung Illness Claims 8th Life

    • Posted September 20, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Controllable Stroke Risk Factors

    (HealthDay News) — More than 750,000 people have a stroke each year in the United States, says Cleveland Clinic. But as many as half of all strokes are preventable, the clinic says. Risk factors that are under...

    • Posted September 20, 2019
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  • Health Tip: Hurricane Readiness

    (HealthDay News) — An important part of hurricane readiness is collecting supplies that will help keep your family safe, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Before a hurricane, the CDC suggests that you: Prepare...

    • Posted September 20, 2019
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  • Foods That Will Make You Feel Full Faster

    When you get the urge for a snack, you might not think that a slice of turkey can have the same lip-smacking effect as a handful of chips. But scientists have known for some time that protein...

    • Posted September 19, 2019
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  • Can You Still Be Healthy If You’re Overweight?

    If you’re overweight but have dodged chronic health issues like high cholesterol and high blood pressure, you might not think that losing weight is a priority. But an analysis of five years of records on 3.5 million...

    • Posted September 19, 2019
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  • Parents, Throw the Garden at Your Picky Eater

    When it comes to convincing your kids that vegetables taste good, variety might be the key to success. New research suggests that offering children more than one type of vegetable may improve the chances that they’ll eat...

    • Posted September 19, 2019
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