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  • Thursday, October 04, 2007

    Sardines and pregnancy go together

    Women who want to become pregnant should eat fatty fish, like sardines and tuna, each week. That's what the experts say.

    Keep your kids safe online

    Miss America, Lauren Nelson, wants to keep kids safe from online predators, so she is introducing her Kid-Safe Browser.

    Wednesday, October 03, 2007

    Your mate sleeps better than you do

    Study finds guys sleep better when they're sleeping next to their mate, while gals sleep worse.

    New list of hot toys

    The anual hot holiday toy list from trade magazine Toy Wishes is out and it's all about technology.

    Monday, October 01, 2007

    Quit counting calories

    Experts say if you want to lose weight, stop counting calories and instead watch your portions. Keeping tabs on numbers can actually derail your diet. Fill up on these tips instead.

    Love popcorn?

    If you love popcorn, check out new recipes during National Popcorn Poppin' Month.

    Friday, September 28, 2007

    Saturday is a day of play

    Nickelodeon is going dark for three hours tomorrow, in hopes kids will get outside and take part in the cable channel's fourth annual "Worldwide Day of Play." When it goes back on the air, it will feature stories of kids who are more active now.

    Thursday, September 27, 2007

    Another massive toy recall

    600 thousand toys being recalled yet again due to lead paint from China. Here's the list of all the recent recalls.

    Wednesday, September 26, 2007

    Why are kids overweight?

    Researchers say we just need to take a look around at our kids' surroundings for the answer.

    Tuesday, September 25, 2007

    Money Central for kids

    Your kids can learn all about what makes the world go around -- money! There are games and more for kids, ages 5-13.

    Monday, September 24, 2007

    If you see it, you will eat it.

    Experts say if it's convenient and easily accessible, you're gonna eat it. So the advice is keep unhealthy snacks out of sight and healthy snacks in sight.

    Friday, September 21, 2007

    Do not call me!

    Don't let telemarkers ruin your dinner hour. Sign up for the "Do Not Call" list registry. If you signed up already, you need to do it again. The list which began five years ago is about to expire.

    Thursday, September 20, 2007

    Help for your small business

    If you need a little help growing your small business, head to the Minority 2007 Small Business Summit is Friday, September 21st.

    Wednesday, September 19, 2007

    New DOT study about I-75

    If you drive I-75 each day, you can find out about a new study of how it can better handle present and future traffic flow.

    Tuesday, September 18, 2007

    Crocs on escalators can be dangerous

    There are reports of kids getting their soft soled shoes, known as Crocs, stuck in escalators.

    Monday, September 17, 2007

    Got allergies? Get dirty.

    Research finds we're too clean and our bodies need to get exposed to dirt and germs to be able to fend off infections. Immune system instead of fighting off infections has how shifted to developing allergies.

    Eating out? Better re-count your calories.

    When people think they're eating healthier, they end up consuming more calories.

    Thursday, September 13, 2007

    Sweat your way to a bigger brain

    Exercising has many benefits, from helping you burn calories and lose weight,to helping you get in shape, and giving you energy and now comes word it also can help you grow many new brain cells.

    Wednesday, September 12, 2007

    Is chocolate addictive?

    We may love chocolate and call ourselves "Chocoholics," but research says chocolate is not addictive.

    Could gas prices affect your waistline?

    Study finds higher gasoline prices may slim more than just your wallet, but also your waistline.