10 Tips for a Healthier You
- Eat your fruits and veggies.
- Exercise a minimum of 30 minutes, three days per week.
- Get seven to eight hours of sleep per night.
- Stock your kitchen with healthy foods.
- Know your numbers (blood pressure, cholesterol).
- See your physician for preventive care.
- Be familiar with your family’s medical history.
- Drink six to eight glasses of water each day.
- Keep your bodyweight in an ideal range.
- Free yourself from anxiety.
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A Costly Bargain
by Carolyn LeDuc
I take pride in being thrifty. I cruise yard sales for clothes, buy furniture secondhand and refinish it at home—anything to save a buck. But last year I learned by sad experience that being thrifty doesn’t always pay off in the long run. Read more >
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The Personality of Friendship
by Kate Ensign-Lewis
Becca and I were inseparable. Because her mother worked away from home and mine didn’t, she came home with me everyday after school. We watched TV, ate rice with soy sauce, did our German homework together, and laughed until we couldn’t breathe.
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Get Happy!
by Jamie Lawson
Research shows that happy people are healthier, more successful, and more creative. And with the right tools, being happy is well within our control. So go ahead—try these proven strategies for bringing more joy into your life, and make 2009 a truly happy year. Read more >
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Lost and Found
by Jamie Lawson
Long-lost family members and friends alike have been given a second chance at renewing relationships thanks to one man, whose mission is to reunite loved ones all over the world. Read more >
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Sharing Christmas (Part 2)
by Various Authors
Christmas is a time for laughing, loving, and sharing. And we’re sure you’ll want to share these true heartwarming stories with family and friends this holiday season. Read more >
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Sharing Christmas (Part 1)
by Various Authors
Christmas is a time for laughing, loving, and sharing. And we’re sure you’ll want to share these true heartwarming stories with family and friends this holiday season. Read more >
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Music from the Heart
by Krista Maurer
Legendary musician Michael McLean has been touching lives through his insightful lyrics and beautiful melodies for a quarter of a century. From his debut album, You’re Not Alone, to his wildly popular Christmas album, The Forgotten Carols, Michael’s music has one common factor—it comes straight from his heart. Read more >
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Gratitude First
by Joseph Walker
I’m not exactly sure why I gave the necklace to Kayla. I had an extra necklace. Kayla was sitting in front of me at church. It just seemed like the thing to do. Read more >
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Ward Activity Ideas
It’s the most fun calling in the ward—parties are your job! But the activities committee carries a big load; you’re expected to come up with something original, plan it all, clean up, make sure everyone has a good time, help others form friendships, and work in some spirituality. At LDS Living, we’ve compiled some ideas to take a little bit of the pressure off. While you’re looking for ward activity ideas for 2009, here are some suggestions to get you started. Read more >
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Your Vote Counts
by Jamie Lawson
In today’s environment of apathy and skepticism, it is important, now more than ever, that we make our voices heard on Election Day. Read more >
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Signs of a Struggle
by Jennifer C. Jones
They could be your son, your little brother, or the boy next door. They have endearing smiles and typical teen banter. But these boys are very different.
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Back at It--Re-entering the Workforce
by LDS Living Staff
Whether you’ve taken time off to raise a family or you’ve recently lost your job, getting back into the workforce can be a hurdle. But there are some things you can do to make the most out of the job hunt.
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Texting: The Coded Lives of Teens
by Sunny McClellan Morton
Texting is an increasingly popular form of communication for teens. But before you give your son or daughter free reign, there are a few things you should consider. Read more >
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Mormons and Science
by Ashley Evanson
From chemistry to computers, LDS scientists have pioneered technology that has changed the world forever. Read more >
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Dear Parents: What We Wish Parents Knew about Being a Teenager Today
by April Osborn
Most parents remember what it was like to be a teenager—often with surprising clarity. But despite their best efforts, they can’t always relate to what their teen is experiencing now because each generation faces a new set of challenges. Here’s what seven kids said they wished their parents understood about being a teen today. Read more >
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Making Cub Scouts Work
by Dawn Frandsen
Since 1913 the Scouting program has been supported and incorporated in Church programs
as a way for boys ages eight to eighteen to learn and reinforce gospel values. (The idea to
adopt the Boy Scouts of America program was presented to the First Presidency by Bryant
S. Hinckley, President Hinckley’s father.) Since that time, Scouting has been used as the
activity arm of the Aaronic Priesthood and as part of the Primary program. Read more >
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The Road to Gold
by Nick Sullivan
On August 8 all eyes will turn to
Beijing, China, as the opening
ceremonies kick off the 2008 Summer
Olympics. For sixteen days the best
athletes from across the globe will
be competing on the world’s largest
stage, including some who are LDS.
Here’s a look at some of the great
Olympians of the past and those
going for gold this summer. Read more >
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