A smart way to shape up
      There's a new tool in the battle of the bulge- it's called the Glycemic Index. The index ranks all forms of carbohydrates on a scale of zero to 100 on how they affect blood sugar levels and consequently insulin levels.
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How to enjoy a pest-free summer
      Take back your summer fun from those pesky insects. Rather than enjoying backyard barbecues, poolside picnics and other outdoor summer activities, homeowners are being chased indoors as pests put a stinger in summer fun.
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Mothers need to take care of themselves, too
      For many women, an important rite of passage is becoming a mother. However, often after the baby is born, the focus shifts, and routines that were once rituals are forgotten. While it's not surprising that their children and families come first, a new report of 3,000 U.S.
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Assistance League's cuddly bears comfort children
      Two-and-a-half-year-old Jack Hurst took a bad fall, and his mother, Andrea, thought he had broken his arm. She rushed him to Urgent Care for an Xray. Frightened and crying, he wouldn't hold still so that the Xray could be processed. Finally the nurse came up with a solution and gave him ...
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Help babies sleep better
      Most parents probably didn't realize how much they enjoyed a good night's sleep until they had children. These bundles of joy often have a special gift for refusing to fall or stay asleep, a problem that is even more prevalent during the hot summer months.
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Actress fights breast cancer with group suppport
      Lynn Redgrave's touching, engaging story of her faith journey following breast cancer drew tears and brought UCC Synod-goers to their feet with a standing ovation at the Civic Center in Hartford, Conn. "It's not a point any more how long I live, but how I live," said the tall, el...
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