Workplace change fuels weight gain among American workers
Sedentary offices driven by technology reduce daily caloric burn and increase snacking. Studies show long hours, constant connectivity, and deskbound tasks boost obesity risk. Employers try pedometers and wellness programs to counter rising weights.
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American Dietetic Association
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University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Gary Desenberg
A. Kavens Vending
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Work Life Finding the Fit That’s Right for You
Washington Post review of Cali Williams Yost’s book argues it maps a practical path to flexible work by treating life fit as a business deal. It outlines steps to identify preferred arrangements, address roadblocks, and negotiate a BATNA with an employer.
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Gregory Mott
Washington Post
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Riverhead Books
Understanding Prednisone Steroids in Inflammation and Immunity
Dr. Paul Donohue explains prednisone is a corticosteroid not a male anabolic steroid. It calms inflammation and modulates the immune system, aiding asthma and ulcerative colitis but with risks of bone loss muscle breakdown delayed healing and fat redistribution with long term high dose use.
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Paul Donohue
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Simmering potpourri recipe shared by Heloise
Heloise offers a simmering potpourri method using rosemary mint rose petals and spices with vinegar to cure for a week. The aroma enhances an electric simmering pot for a pleasant home scent.
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King Features Syndicate
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Dear Abby advises on leaving abusive relationships and rebuilding self worth
A reader asks about loving an abusive partner and ends by adopting out her baby. Dear Abby explains the pattern as a form of learned pain not love, urges psychotherapy, self esteem building, and worthwhile volunteer activity, and suggests seeking medical referrals.
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