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Empty-Nesters Set Up Kitchen Garden
Cathy Killeffer was looking for ways to trim the family grocery bill and increase the amount of fresh vegetables in her diet when she spotted an article on raised bed gardening in TheDailyNorwalk.com…
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Disorder makes her dance in her sleep
Each night, Teri Floyd performs a series of ridiculous dance moves — in her sleep.
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Transforming pension and healthcare
Carol Yip comments on the need for the framework and structure of private pension schemes to meet our requirements.
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Chocolate may help you lose weight
New research says not only is chocolate good for you, it can also help you lose weight.
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Will.I.Am Slims Down
Will. I. AM has embarked on a drastic diet and lost more than two stone (30 pounds) in six months. The Black Eyed Peas star changed his eating habits and began working out with a personal trainer recommended by his bandmate Fergie, and will. i. am…
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‘Dancing’ staff glad to be rid of Wendy Williams’ ego, wigs
While there’s been a lot of buzz about Kendra Wilkinson ’s tearful drama on “ Dancing With the Stars ,” longtime show staffers say they have really not experienced diva issues with the former Playmate.“Kendra’s really a lovely girl,” said one “DWTS” insider. “Now Wendy Williams? That’s another story!”Apparently, there were no tears when the talk-show host was voted off a couple of weeks ago …
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Trying to slim? Start the day with a seaweed shake
Scientists have found that adding the seaweed extract alginate to a chocolate milkshake suppresses hunger pangs.
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National Pasta Association Cooks Up Healthy New Communications Campaign
National Pasta Association , the trade association for the United States pasta industry, announces the launch of its 2011 communications program, “Pasta Fits.” The NPA’s new initiative will educate consumers about enjoying pasta as part of a nutritious diet and will focus on the importance of carbohydrates as part of a balanced and healthy diet.
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Did GSK Place Fat Profits Over Safety of Thin Diet Drug?
COMMENTARY | GlaxoSmithKlein’s over-hyped diet drug orlistat, found in over-the-counter Alli and prescription Xenical, received a second call to the FDA for an immediate and total ban. The drug has been linked to liver failure, acute pancreatitis and kidney stones. Watchdog group Public Citizen, whose members include doctors, petitioned the FDA on Thursday for a second time in five years. The …
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FTC: Fake News Sites Link to Acai Diet
Federal regulators and the Illinois attorney general’s office have moved to stop a wave of fake news sites that entice consumers to buy acai berry weight-loss products.
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Carlisle Starts ‘Road Diet’ Plan
Driving through downtown Carlisle, people will notice a new traffic pattern as the borough starts its road diet plan.
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EXPERIMENTAL BIOLOGY RECAP: New Research Suggests Fiber-Rich Bran May Be the Key Contributor to the Health Benefits of …
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 19, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — New research unveiled last week at the Experimental Biology conference in Washington, D.C. highlights bran as the major contributor to the health benefits associated with whole grain consumption. The systematic review studies were presented via poster sessions and looked at the main components of whole grains – specifically the bran and fiber …
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Celiac Disease Resolution Passes Senate Floor Test
Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR 7) from Senator Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) passed out of the Senate during a recent Floor vote and is now headed for the State Assembly. The measure seeks to raise awareness about a disease that affects three million people in America, by designating the month of May, 2011 as Celiac Disease Awareness Month in California. Celiac disease, often referred to as gluten …
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EPA chief says will decide in July on U.S. dust rule
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency said she will decide in July whether to tighten U.S. controls on dust an issue that has stirred fear in farm country of costly federal regulation.
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Clearer labels make restricted diets easier
DETROIT – Finding the right cheese – that’s what gave Shannon Nowak the most trouble.
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Doc: Checkups are key to good kidney health
The North Platte Telegraph What’s silent, deadly and affects an estimated 26 million Americans? According to the National Kidney Foundation, it’s chronic kidney disease. Because March is National Kidney Awareness Month, doctors are stressing early detection as the best method of prevention.
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How to better communicate with teens
When you hear the word “teenager,” what are the first things that come to your mind? A wonderful golden age, full of fun and child-parent intimacy? Having a family member around the house that automatically sees what needs to be cleaned or fixed and then does it?
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