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Elderly at Risk of Supplement-Prescription Drug Interactions

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:51:03 EDT

Herbal supplements may interact with prescription medications, causing dangerous side effects.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 07, 2012

USDA School Lunch Changes: Huge Step in the Wrong Direction for Kids' Health

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:39:58 EDT

Changes in school lunch menus are needed to improve student health, but the USDA is focusing on all the wrong changes and spending billions in the process.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 03, 2012

Is Early Puberty Linked to Increased Risk of Breast Cancer?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:26:58 EDT

More girls are starting puberty before the age of 10. Is our next generation at increased risk of breast cancer due to early puberty?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 02, 2012

If You’re Unhappy and You Know It: Clap Your Hands for a Better Life

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:18:42 EDT

If you life is filled with coffee, colds and late afternoon naps, maybe you're in need of a few life changes to get back that verve you've lost.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Feb 01, 2012

Are School PDA Rules Hindering Relationship Development?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:47:49 EDT

Public displays of affection are important for relationship and social development from elementary school to adulthood - but schools often prohibit social contact and touch between students.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 31, 2012

Should Peanuts Be Banned from School Sporting Events?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:11:57 EDT

Peanut allergies are deadly for some children. At school sporting events, should peanuts be banned from the masses to save a select few lives?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 27, 2012

What Should an Athlete Eat Between Competitive Events?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 06:41:06 EDT

Between athletic events, athletes should consume a healthy combination of carbohydrates and fluids to restore lost fuel and electrolytes.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 25, 2012

Hand Washing Machines: Top 3 Alternatives for Less Than $100

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:58:02 EDT

Hand washing machines are used to reduce environmental impact, save on electric bills, and wash laundry loads too small for a standard washing machine. For large families, there are three options for hand washing machines that can handle the big loads.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 24, 2012

Are Nutrition Needs the Same for All Young Athletes?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:41:44 EDT

Young athletes need personalized nutrition plans to ensure proper muscle and bone growth. No general plan will work for all young athletes.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 23, 2012

Money-Starved Americans Push Mitt Romney Toward Nomination

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:00:08 EDT

Mitt Romney has more money behind his campaign than any other candidate and that money may be the reason for his nomination.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 18, 2012

Is America Ready for a Mormon President?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:22:31 EDT

In less than 10 months the American people will have to decide between an African-American President and a Mormon President. Are the American people ready to accept Mormonism in the White House?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Jan 17, 2012

Do Peanut Allergies Pass to Baby in Breastmilk?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:09:08 EDT

You're allergic to peanuts - will that allergy pass to baby in breastmilk?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Dec 12, 2011

Can I Use My Epi-Pen While Pregnant?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:08:53 EDT

Epinephrine causes your heart to race, leaving less oxygen for your fetus - is the Epi-Pen injection worth the risk?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Dec 12, 2011

Exercise Mania: Does Extreme Exercise Worsen Bipolar Symptoms?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:27:56 EDT

Extreme exercise promotes happy hormones that led me to overeat and gain weight despite sticking with my workout program.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Dec 08, 2011

Will Our Marriage Survive Our Home Business?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:33:10 EDT

Co-founding a small business as a married couple could mean disaster for your marriage unless you learn the tricks of the trade from seasoned business owners.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Dec 05, 2011

Energy Drinks: What Are Teen Athletes Drinking?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:49:59 EDT

Teens consume energy drinks without regard for ingredients or potential health risks. What is your teen athlete really consuming?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Nov 29, 2011

Teens Can Use Social Media to Research and Report

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 16:17:51 EDT

Teens can use social media to collect information for science fair projects and other research projects.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Nov 28, 2011

Gadhafi’s Death Increases Threat of War

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 14:10:33 EDT

Gashafi's death could spark a ripple effect leading future conflicts. Is the United States to blame for this new threat?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Oct 20, 2011

Is Red Sox Dugout Drinking Harmful to Athletes?

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 10:14:39 EDT

Have a few drinks tonight and feel the effects on athletic performance for weeks. Red Sox dugout drinking is not safe for athletes.

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Oct 19, 2011

The Truth About Coffee Benefits and Women’s Health

contributor-community@yahoo-inc.com (Summer Banks) — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 11:45:31 EDT

One minute coffee benefits are all over the front page of the newspaper. The next minute women should avoid coffee all together. Does coffee offer any real promise of improved health?

Contributor: Summer Banks
Published: Oct 10, 2011