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November 16th, 2011 Keep Kids Healthy: Be Their Role Model
America is the land of plenty – especially when it comes to obesity in children. More than one-third of children in the United States are overweight or obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
It’s up to parents to teach children – from birth through adolescence – ways to choose a healthy lifestyle.
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October 3rd, 2011 An A-peeling Tradition: Apples in Autumn
Autumn means apple festival time! Apples are grown in almost every state, so harvest season initiates some of our most enjoyable traditions that are as American as, well, apple pie.
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September 26th, 2011 Pet Rx: Why Owning a Pet is Good for You
If you live with a dog or cat, you already know how easily a furry friend becomes a member of the family. Now, studies show that people who own pets are happier, healthier, live longer and weigh less than people without pets.
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August 16th, 2011 Tips for Parents of College-Bound Kids
You spent 18 years preparing for this day. Your kid is heading off to college and the prospect is more than a little scary. But rest assured, your kid is scared, too. Here’s what you can do to help your new college student make the transition to an exciting new life without you.
Smile. When you [...]
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August 9th, 2011 Successful Families: Built Upon Common Strengths
Have you ever wondered how some families seem more closely connected and resilient during hard times? Several studies have found that strong families across the world share much the same characteristics.
Strong families demonstrate these six key strengths:
1. Appreciation and affection for one another. People in strong families regularly let each other know how much they [...]
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July 27th, 2011 Take a Timeout from TV
Are you addicted to “True Blood”? Bewitched by “The Bachelorette”? Hanging on by a thread until “House” returns to the airwaves come September?
It’s easy to get caught up in the drama of “The Amazing Race” or Nancy Grace’s take on the latest high-profile crime case. But if every night’s your favorite night to settle in for [...]
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