These Foods Could Change Your Life

Diet and Nutrition Daily Newsletter  |  December 25, 2014

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Today's Top Story These Foods Could Change Your Life You can eat your way to health — in fact, certain foods possess powerful abilities to soothe aches and pains, lower blood pressure, enhance your mood, and more. Nutritionist and author Joy Bauer gives her favorite food cures.  » Featured Article A Triathlete's Ride With IBS Molly Hurford doesn't let IBS slow her down. Learn how this triathlete keeps up her marathon lifestyle, even when her stomach is tied up in knots. Here's her story.  » Today's Recipe Five-Spice Chicken and Orange Salad Five-spice powder is a Chinese seasoning shortcut that combines multiple flavors in one convenient package. Get the recipe.  » Ask the Expert Can I Skip the Cardio? I've been neglecting cardio in favor of strength training. Is that okay? See Dr. Tim Church's answer  » Partner Content Healthy Food Find: Low-Sodium Chicken Stock Boxed stock is a huge timesaver on Thanksgiving Day, but most of the regular varieties are loaded with too much sodium – and the low-salt versions are virtually tasteless. We use Pacific Low-Sodium Chicken Stock because it’s perfect for festive soups and stuffing and clocks in at just 70 mg of sodium per cup.

Death by Strep: One Family's Tragic Loss

Children's Health Daily Newsletter  |  December 25, 2014

Today's Top Story Death by Strep: One Family's Tragic Loss Four days after he fell and cut his arm during a basketball game at school, 12-year-old Rory Staunton was dead, killed by a common and typically treatable condition. Find out what went wrong.  » Featured Article 6 Signs of Separation Anxiety in Children It's normal for some children to experience anxiety when away from home or separated from a parent or caregiver — but if a child experiences stomachaches or nausea, it could be separation anxiety disorder. Discover the signs — and how you can help.  » Today's Recipe Baked Parmesan Tomatoes A sprinkle of Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil transform tomatoes into the perfect side dish. Get the recipe!  » Ask the Expert Did My Son's ADHD Become Bipolar Disorder? My son doesn't take medication for ADHD anymore. He has extreme mood swings. Could he be bipolar? See Sam Goldstein, PhD's answer  » Message from our Partners Doctors on Cord Blood Banking Doctors weigh in with their advice and recommendations about cord blood banking. Learn more now. » Everyday Solutions ADHD Parenting Strategies If your daughter has ADHD, a little structure can go a long way in encouraging learning and good behavior. Get expert tips for raising girls with ADHD.

Protect Your Family From Dog Bites

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Protect Your Family From Dog Bites We develop incredible bonds with our pets — but even the gentlest of pooches may bite a person if she feels threatened. Discover what sets off dog aggression, and how to keep your family safe.  » Uterine Fibroids: Early Diagnosis Means More Treatment Options A new survey finds that many women delay going to the doctor for symptoms of uterine fibroids. These 10 symptoms can lead to UFs. Get screened today.  »

‘The Interview’ Opens & North Korea Responds

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The Big Opening  Seth Rogen surprised fans at the opening of his comedy “The Interview” and thanked them for helping to get the controversial flick to the screen. Moviegoers lined up today from New York to LA for its punchlines. As they expressed a sense of patriotic duty in buying tickets for the movie, North Korea issued its first response to its release.     Learn More

Holiday Hopes  NASA astronauts sent back wishes for a happy new year from space and joined the tidings of goodwill being delivered around the world. The Queen of England spoke of the lasting power of peace, and back in the States there were toys for homeless boys and girls and volunteers brought meals to the elderly at home. Among the tiniest to celebrate — newborn babies in Pittsburgh who were bundled with care.     Learn More

Trying to Heal  After another night of protests for the fatal police shooting in Berkeley, Missouri, a local pastor offered a sermon for troubled times. He spoke of the need for “someone to hear their voice” and raised concerns about the tensions in St. Louis and New York. But as some look to heal, a man was arrested today in New York for allegedly threatening to kill officers.     Learn More

Bush Remains Hospitalized  President George H.W. Bush spent the holiday in the hospital as a precaution, his family spokesperson said. The 90-year-old was admitted Tuesday while suffering from what was described as shortness of breath. NBC’s Jacob Rascon is at Houston Methodist Hospital with the latest.     Learn More

Drone School Craze  Thousands of would-be pilots are angling for spots in new drone training schools popping up across the country. They’re training pilots for a potential 100,000 new jobs that could one day guide drones to deliver packages, hover over wildfires, movie sets and in the military     Learn More

Christmas In Your Words  The holiday season means different things to everyone — visits to Santa, bright lights for charity, new family traditions and a first Christmas as a U.S. citizen. See what people are saying about the day across the country. Perhaps one summed it up best: “You don't need presents to have a great Christmas. You just need your family.”     Learn More