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Good Food, Good Health: Risotto Primavera welcomes spring
Primavera means spring in Italian. In Italy, risotto primavera, creamy rice studded with colorful baby vegetables, includes slender carrots, t…
Your workout: Interval training on a Spin bike
Trainer: Tracy Stover, Greate Bay Racquet & Fitness Club in Somers Point
A boom in gluten free menu offerings having big impact on restaurant menus
It's getting easier to "go gluten-free" when dining out because more restaurants are offering dishes designed for customers with celiac diseas…
Navigating the assisted-living maze
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Nurses' labor of love is all in the family for grandmother-granddaughter team
CHICAGO - When soon-to-be mothers are feeling exhausted and ready to give up, Krissy Maher, a labor and delivery nurse at Adventist Hinsdale H…

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Monday 05/20/2013

Poop in pools more common than you may think, CDC says

Attention swimmers: More than half of the public pools tested in a new study contained bacterial evidence that someone may have pooped in the pool.

Bed-wetting is quite common even after age 5

Question: My 7-year-old son wets the bed most nights. He doesn't have accidents during the day. I'm wondering if I should have him seen by a physician, or if this is considered normal for some children.

Health briefs: Painkillers and hearing, 2012 cancer findings

Are painkillers also killing your hearing?

Monday 05/13/2013

Health briefs: 'Good' skin bugs banish acne, breakfast bread bonanza

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Harness 'good' skin bugs to banish acne

Forgetfulness not necessarily a sign of Alzheimer's

Question: As his caregiver, how can I tell if my father's memory loss is just a natural part of aging, or if it's the early stages of Alzheimer's disease? At what point should I take him to be seen by a physician?

Artificial ovary replaces missing hormones

An artificial ovary could make hormone replacement therapy a thing of the past.

School's morning workouts linked to better test scores

ATLANTA - As the sound system pounds out "Glad You Came" by The Wanted, the doors to the modest gymnasium at Sope Creek Elementary School fly open and children come streaming into the room, racing to take their place among the line dancers.

Advances in treatment of an enlarged prostate

Many men will experience prostate enlargement as they get older, some to the point that it will cause urination problems. Dr. Michael Naslund, director of the Maryland Prostate Center at the University Maryland Medical Center, said there are many options for treatment, including surgery, drugs and lifestyle changes.

Map out your meals to help avoid menu mishap

You may have heard advice to dine out less often if you want to weigh less. That's like telling people to leave their cars in the garage if they want to avoid getting into an automobile accident.

Salmon salad offers taste of the sea and garden

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Food shopping on empty stomach leads to dieting disaster

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Attention dieters: If you want to maximize your chances of success, don't go to the grocery store on an empty stomach.

Why women find their weight shifting with time

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Weight was never a concern for Stephanie Brondani, 52, of Minnetonka, Minn. Until last year, when she hit menopause.

Monday 05/06/2013

Health briefs: Hair color may contribute to cancer risk

Bad news for fair-skinned red-heads: wearing a hat and sunblock and sitting in the shade won't necessarily protect you from skin cancer. Studies in animals suggest the risk remains regardless of exposure to ultraviolet light.

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Monday 05/06/2013

Your Workout: TRX Suspension Trainer - Burpees

By GAIL WILSON, Staff Writer

Updated: May 17, 2013 - 3:54 pm

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Trainer: Joe Giordano, AtlantiCare LifeCenter in Egg Harbor Township

Artificial kidney offers some hope to patients tethered to a dialysis machine

By SANDY KLEFFMAN, Contra Costa Times

Posted: May 06, 2013

SAN FRANCISCO - No matter what else is happening in his life, David Anderson knows he cannot go far from the dialysis machine that sustains him.

Medical Edge: Pay close attention to symptoms to determine if cause is sinus infection or allergies

By DR. JUAN GUARDERAS, Tribune Media Services

Posted: May 06, 2013

Question: I have long suffered from allergies. But there have been times when I haven't been sure if my symptoms are really from my allergies or may be caused by a sinus infection instead. How can I tell the difference?

Chickpea crepes are easy, gluten-free

By DANA JACOBI, For The Press

Posted: May 06, 2013

Have you tried making crepes at home? Are you stressed by getting the batter just right and the pan to the correct temperature? Standing over the pan patiently making crepe after crepe, do you feel like a master chef or is the process more finicky than fun?

Healthy French toast with a hidden chocolate layer

By SARA MOULTON, Associated Press

Posted: May 06, 2013

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Time for a confession. As a child, I never once celebrated Mother's Day. My parents thought the holiday was nothing more than a cheesy excuse to sell greeting cards, and who was I to argue?

Meatless 'meats' can be good nutritional choices

By HEIDI McINDOO, Tribune Media Services

Posted: May 06, 2013

Faux meats, meat alternatives, meat replacers - there are lots of names, but they all mean the same thing: plant-based alternatives to meats.

Mind the gap: Helping girls deal with the latest Internet-inspired body image issue

By JESSICA YADEGARAN, Contra Costa Times

Posted: May 06, 2013

If you can stand straight with your knees together and see a space between your upper thighs, you have what thousands of teen girls are willing to starve themselves for.

Sunday 05/05/2013

Cosmetic surgeons see more interest in breast implants since FDA lifted limits

By KEVIN POST, Business Editor

Updated: May 05, 2013 - 12:08 am

Silicone breast implants — once heavily restricted due to uncertainty over possible health effects — have returned to popularity in the several years since the restrictions were lifted.

Monday 04/29/2013

Small, high-powered magnets that are hazardous to kids remain on the market

By MONICA ENG, Chicago Tribune

Posted: April 29, 2013

CHICAGO - Last summer Kelly Bruski went to the store with her sons to buy a birthday gift for her boyfriend.

How to pick the healthiest breakfast cereal

Posted: April 29, 2013

With more than 100 kinds of cereal in many grocery store aisles, choosing a healthy box can be like searching for a needle in a haystack.

Boxing helps Parkinson's patients fight back

By JOHNNY DIAZ, Sun Sentinel

Posted: April 29, 2013

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - "Right uppercut! Harder, harder, harder!"

Knowing triggers not always needed in treating anxiety

By DR. STEPHEN WHITESIDE, Tribune Media Services

Posted: April 29, 2013

Question: I am 34 and over the past few months have been feeling anxious and worried more often than not. I've never had issues with anxiety or depression before, and can't pinpoint anything that's led to my anxiety. What causes anxiety? At what point should I see a doctor?

South of the Border Beans and Rice makes for a colorful, flavorful meal

Posted: April 29, 2013

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A Dailey ritual for fitness

By WENDY DONAHUE, Chicago Tribune

Posted: April 29, 2013

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Since opening her first studio in San Francisco in 2000, Jill Dailey McIntosh has been spreading The Dailey Method across the country and beyond, combining ballet barre work, core conditioning, muscle strengthening, yoga and orthopedic exercise.

Monday 04/22/2013

Your Workout: Tricep push-up

By GAIL WILSON, Staff Writer

Posted: April 22, 2013

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Trainer: Jenn Nash, The Ocean Club in Stafford Township

No-fry fava bean falafel burgers

By SARA MOULTON, Associated Press

Posted: April 22, 2013

The best-tasting veggie burger I've ever met is falafel. A product of the Middle East, falafel are deep-fried fritters made from ground chickpeas or fava beans that are tucked into pita pockets and drizzled with tahini. They are delicious, hearty, inexpensive and relatively healthy.

Cookies come from Down Under

By DANA JACOBI, For The Press

Posted: April 22, 2013

Chocolate chip cookies are an American invention. Around the world, other countries also have sweet treats they created. Think French pain au chocolat and eclairs, Italian biscotti and the chewy Japanese rice flour treat called mochi.

Medical Edge: Early diagnosis can make a big difference in child's ability to manage autism

By DR. PETER JENSEN, Tribune Media Services

Posted: April 22, 2013

Questions: What symptoms should parents watch for if they are worried a young child may have autism? Is it possible to diagnose autism before age 2?

The whole-grain quinoa is packed with nutrition

By JESSIE PRICE, Tribune Media Services

Posted: April 22, 2013

Here are facts about quinoa nutrition, rinsing and cooking quinoa and how to use quinoa flour and quinoa flakes:

Varieties: Quinoa is a quick-cooking, gluten-free whole grain (actually a pseudo whole-grain, because it's cooked like a whole grain but is the seed of a beet relative). Quinoa grows in a rainbow of c

•olors, but the most commonly available are red, black and white. Taste and nutrition are similar among the colors. White quinoa tends to cook up fluffier, while red quinoa and black quinoa have a crunchier texture and the grains don't stick together as much.

•Nutrition facts: Quinoa is nutritionally renowned for its protein content and while it does have a decent amount, it's not actually the amount of protein that's so impressive. Instead it's the type of protein. Quinoa has the perfect balance of all nine amino acids essential for human nutrition. This type of complete protein is rarely found in plant foods, although common in meats. Quinoa also offers a good dose of fiber and iron. There are 111 calories in each 1/2 cup of cooked quinoa.

•Rinsing it: Do you need to rinse quinoa or not? Conventional wisdom has it you need to rinse quinoa before cooking. Why? Quinoa seeds are coated with saponin, a bitter substance that protects the seeds from predators. However, most quinoa sold in the U.S. is pre-rinsed so there's no need to do this. If you want to be cautious, go ahead and give it a rinse: Put the quinoa in a bowl, cover it with water, swish it around and then drain it in a fine-mesh sieve.

•Cooking it: If you can cook rice, you can cook quinoa. Here's the simplest way to cook quinoa: Combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water (or broth) in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving. When it's cooked, quinoa will look slightly translucent and the white "string," which is actually part of the hull, will be visible. One cup dry quinoa yields 3 cups cooked or 6 (1/2-cup) servings. Keep in mind how fluffy quinoa gets when you're putting it into soups. Don't add too much or you'll find all your liquid has disappeared.

•Working with quinoa flour, flakes: Want to go beyond basic quinoa? Here's what to look for next: quinoa flakes, which are a lot like rolled oats and can be used similarly, and quinoa flour, a great option for baking, especially gluten-free baking. Look for both products in well-stocked supermarkets or natural-foods stores. Wondering how to make your own quinoa flour? To make quinoa flour, grind white quinoa in a clean coffee grinder until it's a fine powder. It won't be quite as fine as what you get in the store, but will work in recipes for cookies and bars where a really fine texture is not necessary. ]]>

What is recommended daily serving of veggies?

Posted: April 22, 2013

One in four Americans eats the recommended daily servings of vegetables and fruits, which means we're missing out on the nutrients that produce delivers, especially potassium and fiber. How many servings should you be eating? It depends on your calorie needs.

An adult eating 2,000 calories per day should aim for 2 cups of vegetables. A good rule is to fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables, which also is good news for your waistline, as vegetables are low in calories.

The most brightly colored produce is often the most nutrient-rich, so it's important to eat a wide variety of colorful vegetables - particularly dark green, red and orange vegetables.

To make sure you're getting enough, check out these examples of what counts as a serving of vegetables. All calorie counts are for plain vegetables, with no added butter, dressing or other ingredients:

•Salad greens and lettuce: One serving is 2 cups mesclun greens, 2 cups raw spinach (about 14 calories) or 1 cup cooked greens (about 40 calories).

•Carrots: One serving is 1 cup carrots or 12 baby carrots (about 50 calories).

•Green beans: One serving is 1 cup green beans (about 44 calories).

•Bell peppers: One serving of bell peppers is 1 cup chopped, raw or cooked peppers or 2 small bell peppers (about 30 calories).

•Potatoes: One serving is 1 medium baked sweet potato (103 calories) or 1 cup cooked sliced or mashed sweet potato (180 calories). One serving of potato is 1 medium boiled or baked white potato (144 calories) or 1 cup diced or mashed potato (134 calories).

•Tomatoes: One serving is 1 cup chopped or sliced, raw, canned or cooked tomato (about 32 calories) or 2 small raw whole tomatoes (about 33 calories) or 20 cherry tomatoes (about 61 calories).

•Broccoli: One serving is 1 cup cooked or raw broccoli or 10 broccoli florets (about 30 calories).

•Mixed vegetables: One serving is 1 cup mixed vegetables (118 calories). ]]>

Is Jillian Michaels growing soft? Tough 'Biggest Loser' coach is a new mom of two - and even put on some extra pounds

By RENE LYNCH, Los Angeles Times

Posted: April 22, 2013

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LOS ANGELES - Jillian Michaels didn't think she had another weight-loss book in her. She'd already written several, including "Master Your Metabolism," "Win-ning by Losing" and "Making the Cut." What else was there to say?

Eating out with children

By SANDRA PEDICINI, Orlando Sentinel

Posted: April 22, 2013

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Even though children's nutrition has received lots of attention the past few years, you're still more likely to find chicken fingers and fries on kids' menus than wraps and salads.

Health briefs: Correct color blindness and lower melanoma risk

Updated: April 24, 2013 - 12:28 pm

Correct color blindness

Monday 04/15/2013

Aspirin in a keychain packet could save life

Posted: April 15, 2013

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A little red key chain attachment could mean life or death if someone is suffering a heart attack. The plastic container, called At Heart, holds two 325-milligram aspirins in a blister pack. It hooks onto a key chain or can go into a pocket.

Medical Edge: Exact cause of vocal cord paralysis often difficult to determine

By DR. DALE EKBOM, Tribune Media Services

Posted: April 15, 2013

Question: My 55-year-old brother-in-law has developed a vocal cord palsy out of the blue. What can cause this and what can be done to restore his voice?

Wellness: To remain healthy when running, it's all about the shoe

By ALAN BAVLEY, The Kansas City Star

Posted: April 15, 2013

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The style of your running shoes isn't just making a fashion statement. It may be controlling the way you run and setting you up for injuries down the road.

Mariel Hemingway urges change to help others find a personal best

By MARY MACVEAN, Los Angeles Times

Posted: April 15, 2013

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LOS ANGELES - Mariel Hemingway, makeup-free and in sweats, is gorgeous. That bone structure, her cheetah-like build and flowing hair have been familiar for decades. What's disarming is her forthright approach to a rough family history and her determination to live the happy and healthy life that eluded so many of her relatives.

Monday 04/08/2013

AtlantiCare heart app

Updated: April 08, 2013 - 1:44 pm

AtlantiCare heart app

Your Workout: Incline bench chest fly

By GAIL WILSON, Staff Writer

Posted: April 08, 2013

Trainer: Davi Kane, Body in Balance in Linwood

Gross out

By ALEXIA ELEJALDE-RUIZ, Chicago Tribune

Posted: April 08, 2013

Given how often they're on the floor, occasionally inside a public restroom, it should come as no surprise a third of women's purses crawl with E. coli.

Monday 04/01/2013

Health briefs: Early smokers used pipes and breast-feeding benefits

By Tribune Media Services

Updated: April 01, 2013 - 1:39 pm

Early smokers used pipes

Milanese preparation locks in flavorful juices of lean turkey

By ALICE BENDER, For The Press

Updated: April 01, 2013 - 7:02 pm

Turkey is a popular meat in Italy, where they don't even celebrate a traditional Thanksgiv-ing like Americans do.

Feeding children a vegan diet a growing trend

By JILL ROSEN, The Baltimore Sun

Updated: April 01, 2013 - 7:02 pm

BALTIMORE - Eleven-year-old Tyler Parker-Rollins says being vegan isn't always easy. But he says it's also fun and he plans to be one forever.

Medical Edge: Sleep specialist can determine the cause of daughter's fatigue

By DR. SURESH KOTAGAL, Tribune Media Services

Posted: April 01, 2013

Question: My 10-year-old daughter is tired most of the time, but her blood work is normal and she gets plenty of sleep at night. Her pediatrician recommended a sleep study. What is involved in a sleep study, and what types of issues would doctors be looking for?

Nursing assistant volunteers kidney for stranger

By JAMES A. FUSSELL, The Kansas City Star

Posted: April 01, 2013

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The idea kept nagging at Aimee Bultemeier.

The sweaty road to recovery

By LESLIE BARKER, The Dallas Morning News

Posted: April 01, 2013

Megan O'Laughlin works hard to maintain her weight loss and fitness level. She's diligent about portion control. She runs regularly and takes aerobics and weight-training classes at Cooper Aerobics Center.

Don't ignore 'mild' stroke symptoms

Posted: April 01, 2013

Many people at risk for heart attack are also at higher risk for stroke, since the underlying disease process - atherosclerosis - can block blood flow to the brain, just as it does in the heart. Although many people know chest pain is a sign of insufficient blood flow to the heart, they may not recognize the symptoms of inadequate blood flow to the brain. As a result, they can have a mild stroke and not know it.

Monday 03/25/2013

Health briefs: Unrecognized heart attacks and help for first-time parents

Press wire reports

Posted: March 25, 2013

Unrecognized heart attacks

Work through advance care planning process with people you trust

By DR. ERICKA TUNG, Tribune Media Services

Posted: March 25, 2013

Question: Every time I go to my doctor I'm asked if I have an advance directive. What exactly is it, and at what age should I start thinking about this?

'Mary Poppins' juggles stagecraft with diabetes

By NANCY CHURNIN, The Dallas Morning News

Posted: March 25, 2013

DALLAS - A spoonful of sugar may make the medicine go down, but when you have diabetes, as Madeline Trumble does, it can be dangerous.

Researchers develop dye to identify brain tumors

By CHRISTOPHER QUINN, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Posted: March 25, 2013

Researchers at Georgia Tech and Children's Health-care of Atlanta have developed new technology that could help doctors tell tumors from brain matter during surgery.

Paula Deen sharing new diet with her TV fans

By MARNI JAMESON, Orlando Sentinel

Posted: March 25, 2013

ORLANDO, Fla. - Food Network star and Southern cookbook author Paula Deen, who a year ago announced she has type 2 diabetes, is sharing her tips on cooking to live a healthier, longer life.

Some tips for good gym hygiene

Women's Health magazine Womenshealthmag.com <p>

Posted: March 25, 2013

The key to a cleaner workout session? Simply be attentive.

Try these Women's Health tips on how to avoid grimy gym germs.

•Buy a better bottle: Plastic water bottles tend to hold bacteria. The only ones you can be sure of are metal. To clean it properly, just wash it in hot, soapy water. Also, keep an eye on your bottle to make sure someone (including nearly half of the people in a survey done by the authors!) doesn't sneak a sip while you aren't paying attention.

•Wipe, wash, repeat: Whe-ther you decide to constantly wipe down the equipment, or cleanse your own hands, or a combination of the two, keeping your hands clean can help make sure gym germs don't do any damage. Keep your own little area organized and hygienic, and you're going to be protected. After using each machine or set of weights, use the hand sanitizer and wipes that should be provided by your gym to keep germs at bay.

•Clean your gear: Dirty, dark, moist gym bags are great for fungi - they'll grow just fine in the interior. There are several ways to avoid contaminating your gym bag. Put your dirty clothes in a plastic bag, take them out, and empty the plastic bag right into the washer.

•Don't forget about your sneakers. Like your dirty clothes, slip them into a plastic bag before throwing them into your gym bag. Then, once you get home, wipe them off with a disinfecting wipe (including the bottoms), let them air dry, and toss them back in the next day.

•Shower smarter: Although they're not completely foolproof, flip-flops will provide a barrier between you and the floors and you and the shower room. But take note: Once they get wet in the shower, fungal spores still can get on your feet. To minimize the risk, soak your sandals in a 10 percent bleach solution once in a while. That'll help keep them - and your feet - as clean and fungus-free as possible.

•Take a rest day: Don't go to the gym if you have a really bad cold and you're sneezing and your nose is running. Also, if you have an open wound, you might want to stay away from the gym that day to avoid infection, or infecting anything you might touch while you're working out.

•Hold off on the hot tubs: If you have an open wound, skin, or other infections, absolutely do not use Jacuzzis or common pools. If you do, you'll not only transmit bacteria, but you'll be more susceptible to bacteria that are already lurking in the water. ]]>

Steakhouse spinach you can love

By DANA JACOBI , For The Press

Posted: March 25, 2013

Steakhouses can be as famous for their vegetable dishes as for their meat.

Your Workout: Kettlebell front squat with press

By GAIL WILSON, Staff Writer

Posted: March 25, 2013

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Trainer: Juan Guillen, Greate Bay Racquet & Fitness Club in Somers Point

Spice up steak with quick and easy Pizzaioli sauce

By LINDA GASSENHEIMER, McClatchy-Tribune News Service

Updated: April 01, 2013 - 7:03 pm

Steamed clams deliver big flavor, lean protein

By SARA MOULTON, Associated Press

Updated: April 01, 2013 - 7:02 pm

I'd love to claim that this wonderful recipe required hours of arduous research and testing (not to mention the expert application of all of my hard-won culinary skills).

Monday 03/18/2013

The quest to rest: Why you shouldn't take this news about sleep lying down

Updated: March 18, 2013 - 7:15 am

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Tribune Media Services

Monday 03/11/2013

Your workout: TRX Rip Trainer - straight arm twists

By GAIL WILSON, Staff Writer

Updated: March 11, 2013 - 6:34 pm

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Trainer: Joe Giordano, AtlantiCare LifeCenter in Egg Harbor Township

Health briefs: Tomatoes lower risk of stroke, exercise relieves cancer fatigue

Updated: March 11, 2013 - 6:35 pm

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Tomatoes and stroke protection

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