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Flu season
Eating, drinking and lifestyle changes can boost immunity to ward off seasonal flu
Nov. 5,
2009 --
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College students looking to stay healthy during flu and exam season need to focus on three very important factors, says a nutritionist at Washington University in St. Louis. "It's really pretty simple," says Connie Diekman, RD, director of University Nutrition and immediate past president of the American Dietetic Association. "There are three key things to think about. No. 1 is hydration. No. 2 is foods and No. 3 is lifestyle issues." Video available.
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'Digital natives'
Constant contact between college students and parents could hinder development
July 30,
2009 --
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Whether your child is going away to college this fall across town or across the country, there are more ways to keep in touch than ever before. With today's ubiquitous cell phones and access to Twitter, Facebook and texting, it may seem as though your child has never left the house. For students, there is the ever-present possibility of an available parent at the end of a cordless tether, which has the potential to hinder the letting go process, claims an expert on the college transition at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Free play
Children can learn on the cheap this summer
May 28,
2009 --
Want to take your children somewhere fun and educational this summer but money is tight? No problem, says a children's play expert at Washington University in St. Louis. Your answer might even be as close as your own backyard. Video available.
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Students are not the only ones who benefit from school-based tutoring
Researchers Find Sustained Improvement in Health in Experience Corps Tutors Over 55
March 12,
2009 --
Tutors over 55 who help young students on a regular basis experience positive physical and mental health outcomes, according to studies released by researchers at Washington University in St. Louis and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. The tutors studied were members of Experience Corps, an award-winning organization that trains thousands of people over 55 to tutor children in urban public schools across the country. Researchers at Washington University's Center for Social Development assessed the impact of the Experience Corps program on the lives of its members and found that, compared with adults of similar age, demographics and volunteer history, Experience Corps tutors reported improvements in mental health and physical functioning (including mobility, stamina and flexibility) and maintained overall health longer. Video Available
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Rising costs
High food and fuel prices could affect school lunches this year
Aug. 8,
2008 --
With food and fuel costs far above what they were a year ago, school children can expect to see some changes in menu offerings this academic year, says a nutrition expert at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Packing up
Use common sense when deciding what to bring to college
July 30,
2008 --
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| On the "what to bring" list at most colleges: extra-long sheets. |
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As you load up the family vehicle or rental truck to take your child to college later this summer, leave the satellite dish off your packing list. A little common sense goes a long way when determining what to pack for a student's first, or any, year at school, says a residential housing director at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Never go to a party hungry
Nutritionist offers tips to make it through the New Year without putting on pounds
July 17,
2008 --
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| It's possible to keep your diet intact during the holidays. |
The holiday season, with all its sweet temptations, will be here before you know it. However, all those holiday parties and office gatherings laden with scrumptious food and drink don't have to mean the end of your weight loss plan. It's still possible to enjoy the bounty and not feel deprived of your favorite holiday dishes, says Connie Diekman, director of University Nutrition at Washington University in St. Louis. Video available.
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Winter break
Helping college students deal with stress
July 17,
2008 -- For college students, the winter break can be a welcome time off. Classes are over, finals are finished and it's a time to spend with family and friends. But, says a practicing psychologist at Washington University in St. Louis, the break between semesters can also be a very stressful time for students.
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Eating right
Portion control key to keeping holiday weight gain at bay
July 14,
2008 --
Interested in keeping the pounds off this holiday season? A nutrition expert at Washington University in St. Louis has some very simple tips for remembering accurate portion sizes, which may be even more important than the food choices you make. Video available.
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Never go to a party hungry
Nutritionist offers tips to make it through the New Year without putting on pounds
Dec. 17,
2007 --
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| It's possible to keep your diet intact during the holidays. |
The holiday season, with all its sweet temptations, is in full swing. However, all those holiday parties and office gatherings laden with scrumptious food and drink don't have to mean the end of your weight loss plan. It's still possible to enjoy the bounty and not feel deprived of your favorite holiday dishes, says Connie Diekman, director of University Nutrition at Washington University in St. Louis. Video available.
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