Decreased obesity. Vegans are rarely obese and, on the average, ovolacto-vegetarians are leaner than those who eat meat. However, being vegetarian doesn’t guarantee a slim figure. If you eat foods that are high in fat, you can consume as many or more calories than meat eaters. Less risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). Vegetarians tend to have lower blood cholesterol levels and diets with lower overall saturated fat content. Lower rates of hypertension....

Whether you are the type to drive around campus hoping to catch a glimpse of your teen or the type to suck it up and leave campus as quickly as possible, you will get through this. And before you know it, Thanksgiving break will be here. To get you started on that game plan, here is a list of 30 things you need to know (and do) before the college drop-off day actually arrives....

Envelopes made from gift-wrap or wallpaper add a special touch to holiday cards, invitations, and thank-you notes. Materials Envelope Gift-wrap or wallpaper Pen or pencil Scissors Glue, tape or stickers Directions

Your child also will begin to pick up slang this year, including some “swear words” and mild “bathroom humor.” Try not to appear shocked or scold or punish your child when she uses these words. Keep in mind that your preschooler is merely fooling around with vocal sounds and new language. If you ignore—or at least avoid overreacting—to her experiments with “impolite” words, she will probably lose interest in them after a while....

In October 2022, the FDA held a hearing about a drug produced by Swiss pharmaceutical company Covis, called Makena. The FDA’s Obstetrics, Reproductive, and Urologic Drugs Advisory Committee heard testimony surrounding the medication. Ultimately, the members recommended withdrawing Makena from the market. A final decision from the FDA is expected by the end of the year. However, critics argue Makena’s removal from the marketplace will negatively impact high-risk populations and deepen health inequalities....

How to play: Draw ten white pumpkins, five yellow pumpkins, and five orange pumpkins. Cut out all the pumpkins. Decorate each pumpkin with a funny face. Write the number 1 on the backs of the white pumpkins. Write the number 5 on the backs of the yellow pumpkins. Write the number 10 on the backs of the orange pumpkins. Have a grownup hide all of the pumpkins. You and your friends will try to find as many pumpkins as you can before the grownup says “Stop!...

Pumpkin Spice Patch: Very Un-scary Bored of orange and black and more into a boo-tiful harvest than an abundance of blood? Add some pizzazz to your pumpkin patch by putting down the carving knife and picking up the craft supplies. Treat to Make It Extra Sweet: If you’re using real, uncarved pumpkins in your display, give them a quick polish with floor wax before setting them out — not only will they shine, they’ll stay fresh for up to four weeks....

Pros of FuzziBunz One Size Pocket Cloth Diapers Included replaceable elastic makes the diaper usable from birth up to 40 poundsOver 30 possible adjustmentsDurable diapers that stand up to the rigors of daily use, washing, and dryingMicroterry insert easily shakes out of the diaper and into the washing machine.The FuzziBunz Diapers website features videos and pictures to explain more about each type of diaper.One-year warranty on craftsmanship Cons of FuzziBunz One Size Pocket Cloth Diapers Limited selection of colorsOnly available with snap closures, no Aplix closuresOnly available as a pocket diaper....

Usually, gestational diabetes goes away after you deliver your baby, but it does raise your risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. We consulted some experts to find out more about this condition and how you can effectively manage it while you anticipate the birth of your baby. Causes of Gestational Diabetes When you become pregnant, your body begins producing hormones to support your pregnancy, and you gradually put on weight....

For a variety of reasons, children today have become more separated from nature. What impact might this disconnection from nature have on a child’s development and well-being? Delving into the research a bit reveals that despite our technologically advanced society, time in nature and doing nature activities with kids still matters. What is Nature Deficit Disorder? This decline in the amount of time children spend in the natural world has led some scholars such as Richard Louv to describe the condition as nature deficit disorder....

What do kids like even more than blowing bubbles in their drinks? Blowing giant bubbles of course! Help your kids make their own magic wands - then watch the bubbles fly free! Materials needed: Step One: Thread the string through both straws and tie a knot at each end. This will form a rectangular wand. Step Two: Put a straw in each hand and lower them into your bubble solution....

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Instead of adding cheese to a dish for the last part of the cooking time, sprinkle it on top of the food right before you serve it. This is especially good with hard cheeses like Parmesan and feta. For an unexpected crunch, add toasted croutons to the tops of stews and soups before serving. Sprigs of fresh herbs used while cooking the dishes add color. Toast nuts like slivered almonds and chopped walnuts in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes and sprinkle on stews before serving....

Here is a look at the various types of financial assistance for single mothers or single parents available across the nation. Assistance Programs Available for Single Mothers When it comes to proper nutrition, childcare, and general living expenses, there are state and federal programs that can provide assistance to families in need. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) SNAP is a nutrition assistance program for low-income families. Previously known as the Food Stamp program, this government service allows households to obtain healthy food options through the use of an electronic benefit transfer (similar to a debit card)....

Expecting the Unexpected, by Mavis Jukes Twelve-year-old River and her sixth-grade classmates handle the information from their sex education class in different ways, and it leads River to the conclusion that her older sister’s unusual behavior is due to pregnancy. The Secret Life of Amanda K. Woods, by Ann Cameron Living in a rural community in Wisconsin during the 1950s, eleven-year-old Amanda gradually and painfully learns a lot about herself, her parents, and her older sister....