Many teens experiment with alcohol in their high school and early college years. However, when teens experiment, often they engage in more risky drinking behaviors, most notably binge drinking– drinking 5 or more drinks in a short period of time. A recent study found that binge drinking could be affecting the teenage brain in ways […]
Be Good to Your Heart
It is important for children to learn healthy eating habits for their future health. Parents need to take the lead and set an example of eating a low-fat diet. Too much fat can cause people to become overweight and increase their risk of heart disease, stroke and some cancers. Look at the fat content in […]
In recession, wives winning more of the families’ bread
There is is a new study out showing that in this economic downturn, wives providing a larger percentage of the household income. DURHAM, N.H. – Women’s contributions to family earnings leapt during the first year of the recession, marking the largest single0year increase in the past decade, a new report from the Carsey Institute at […]
What do you want for the New Year?
The New Year brings new opportunities. Sometimes we have great intentions with setting our goals as we turn the calendar pages, but soon fall back into our old habits and find ourselves retracing last year’s steps. Today while you are having a moment to yourself, ask yourself: “What do I really want to do or […]
Is Your Child Ready to be Home Alone?
Some of you may be considering the option of leaving your children home during the summer. This is a big decision with lots of responsibility to consider. Following are a few thoughts for you to think about: *Is your child ready to stay by alone? Can they follow directions? Can they entertain themselves? Are they […]
Think Simple with this Year’s Diet Resolutions
New year, new you? Think that requires drastic change? Here’s a reason not to adopt the latest diet outlawing your favorite food group. Changing habits is a gradual process of tweaking and making adjustments in behavior. It’s not something you can turn on like a light switch. So forgot about adopting rules will you will break before the end […]