News health 2008-06-01 Andanh.com

Your guide to safe summer fun Wed, 28 May 2008 20:22:00 EST
Outdoor family fun needn't be limited by fears of bites and rashes. If you know what children might encounter and how to handle it, you can deal with your child's inevitable discomforts and possible tears. And you can learn how to identify a condition that warrants medical evaluation and possible treatment.

Sending kids out to play has a host of benefits Wed, 28 May 2008 21:33:00 EST
Now that classes have ended for many kids, the temptation to sleep in and become slaves to electronic entertainment, such as cell phones, video games and the Internet, will be strong in some households.

Two things to avoid: saturated fat, simple sugar Wed, 28 May 2008 20:09:00 EST
Last week, I again mentioned the evils of saturated fat. This no doubt will inspire another outcry from the few Atkins, high-fat faithful still clinging to the belief that eating bacon cheeseburgers, sausage balls and prime rib is good for you.

Eat right to get your fill of fiber Wed, 28 May 2008 20:07:00 EST
How can I get more fiber into my diet? There are a lot of sources, including oatmeal; bran muffins; legumes, such as dry beans and peas; and fruits and vegetables, such as sweet potatoes and artichokes. Choose your favorites.

Training videos Wed, 28 May 2008 20:05:00 EST
Dale Benedict, co-owner of The Training Studio in St. Matthews, has created three strength-training fitness videos. "Get Moving" features exercises for beginners; "Get Strong" is for beginners and intermediate exercisers; and "Get Lean" is for intermediate and advanced exercisers.

Get 'A Taste of Health' Wed, 28 May 2008 19:29:00 EST
"A Taste of Health," a fundraiser for EarthSave Louisville, will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Ogle Center Stem Concert Hall at Indiana University Southeast, 4201 Grant Line Road, New Albany, Ind.

Nipple cream warning Wed, 28 May 2008 19:59:00 EST
The Food and Drug Administration on Friday warned women not to use or purchase Mommy's Bliss Nipple Cream, marketed by MOM Enterprises Inc. of San Rafael, Calif. The cream, to help soothe nursing mothers' dry or cracked nipples, contains ingredients that may cause respiratory distress, vomiting and diarrhea in infants.

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