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Yes, you can drink and diet; here’s how
On a diet and want to drink? Here’s our strategies for imbibing without loading up on calories
What to eat after having a heart attack
DRS. ROIZEN AND OZ: After a heart attack and bypass surgery, what are the best food choices?
Are your teens ready for New Adult fiction?
DR. BERMAN: Publishers have created a new category of Young Adult fiction. It’s called New Adult fiction, and while many of the themes of the books are the same (romantic and angst-ridden coming-of-age tales), the stories feature slightly older characters as well as more mature story lines. Parents should be aware of these changes.
Your Weekly Checkup: Jan. 16-22
TODAY personal genome sequencing What: Can it reveal information about your health? When: 6 p.m. Where: Northwestern University, 1870 Campus, Evanston Cost: Free Call: (312) 503-5600 THURSDAY you are what you eat When: 6 p.m. Where: Rush University Medical Center, Armour Academic Center, 600 S. …
Poodle thinks she’s the boss
ASK DOG LADY: All of a sudden their standard poodle thinks she’s the boss. How did that happen?
Lighter take on heavy-duty Reuben
SARA MOULTON: This is not your grandfather’s Reuben sandwich, which is a good thing if you’re trying to for lighter fare.
Want to change a bad habit? Get friends to help
Many people have resolved to eat healthier, exercise more and lose weight, but change isn’t a piece of cake. Here are what three experts have to say about the best ways to improve health habits.
Baby without marriage? Things Kimye — and you — should consider
DR. LAURA BERMAN: Kim Kardashian and beau Kanye West surprised the pop culture world with the announcement they are expecting a child. The celebrities, who have dated since April, have not announced any plans to get engaged or tie the knot. It’s a trend in Hollywood among actresses and singers alike.
Have it your way? More chefs say OK
There was a time not that long ago that chefs didn’t want to hear about diners’ dietary restrictions. Lately, though, that has started to change and local chefs explain why.
Figuring out why eyes tear in cold
DRS. OZ AND ROIZEN: Every time I go outside in cold weather, my eyes tear a lot. What causes it, and can I stop it?
Light fish boasts bold flavors
This recipe for steamed fish works wonderfully using any thin fillet of fish, including char, catfish, trout and striped bass. And if you increase the cooking time, you can swap in any number of thicker fillets, including cod, sablefish and halibut.
Teaching pup and toddlers to get along
ASK DOG LADY: We recently put a deposit down on a 2-month-old Pekingese/Pomeranian. We have two little girls, ages 2 and 6. A lot of things I have read say that the Pekingese is going to bite my daughter. I am concerned.
New year’s weight loss, one pound at a time
Early in 2012, Tammie Black, a Spanish teacher at Metea Valley High School, decided to focus on cutting down her weight. So far she’s lost 60 pounds. For 2013, Black aims to lose 50 more. She’s among those whose No. 1 New Year’s resolution is losing weight. Maybe you are, too. Here’s tips on how to make it last.
Start small to make big fitness changes
DRS. ROIZEN AND OZ: Like many others, you may want to lose weight and exercise, but somehow you can’t keep those goals? How’s a person to stay on track?
Sex life lousy? Blame bad health choices
Right now, you may be among the millions of people who are striving to keep the resolution made on New Year’s Eve — or on a bleary New Year’s Day — to get healthy. Whether you want to lose weight, lower your blood pressure, run …
Pet needs fitness plan
ASK DOG LADY: My elderly aunt had to move into a nursing home, my husband and I have taken in her dog, who weighs 38 pounds.. Do you have any other advice about how to slim him down?
