Nutritional Support for Stress Relief
Stress has become a normal part of life for many Americans, and studies show that it can contribute to serious diseases and chronic conditions, but there are simple ways to regulate stress. Proper nutrition, for example, is a good way to manage stress in our everyday lives. Discover how certain nutrients can help keep the stress to a minimum.
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Kids and Sports
 Playing sports is an important rite of passage for children, but highly competitive sports such as football, gymnastics and wrestling involve rigorous training schedules that can be potentially dangerous to an adolescent or teenager. Following are tips parents can use to help their young athletes prepare their bodies and protect themselves from sports-related injuries before they happen:
- Encourage your child to wear the necessary equipment and make sure it fits properly.
- Eat healthy meals that are high in fruits, vegetables and proteins rather than fats.
- Drink plenty of water and avoid sugar-loaded, caffeinated or carbonated drinks.
- Drink milk. It’s essential for healthy bones and reduces the risk of joint and muscle-related injuries.
- Follow a warm-up routine that includes stretching before every practice, game or meet.
- Get plenty of rest. Sluggishness, irritability and loss of interest could indicate that your child is fatigued.
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Harkin Takes Over Reins of Key Senate Committee
 Earlier this month, Sen. Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) officially took over as chair of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), replacing the late Ted Kennedy. Taking the gavel of this key committee further amplifies the significance of Sen. Harkin as the health care reform debate continues to dominate the nation’s domestic policy agenda. Read more...
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Your neck has an important job: supporting your head—which can average 12 pounds on an adult. It’s no wonder neck pain is a common complaint for many people. 
