Preparing for shorter days with sleep schedules and self care
Kylie Alger offers tips for daylight saving transitions focusing on sleep routines Let light in during the day and use lamp therapy for SAD Talk to a professional before starting light therapy Avoid bright lights near bedtime Practice outdoor activity and winter safety Prepare a car winter kit and a personal winter plan to use the extra hour productively
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David Servan- Schreiber
Target
Do Freshman Weight Gain Myths Hold Truths
Many studies show freshmen gain weight during college but rarely reach 15 pounds. The average gain is about 7.5 pounds with two thirds of students gaining some weight. Habits formed in college influence long term health beyond graduation. Start with structured meals and healthy snacks to build lasting routines.
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Gazette
University of Iowa
Iowa City
Ith College
Weighing the truth behind the freshman 15
Advice on meal routines and cafeteria strategies to manage weight during college. Plan three meals daily, inspect options before serving, use smaller plates, half the plate vegetables, a quarter protein, a quarter whole grains, avoid seconds and dessert, and opt for tea and fruit.
Letters from Home Patriotic Dance Show Fundraiser
A 1940s style show titled Letters from Home features singing, harmonies and tap dancing to raise funds for veterans programming at Healing at English River Outfitters. It runs 5:30 to 10 p.m. today at the Veterans Memorial Building Cedar Rapids with an $85 admission.
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Letters From Home
Healing
English River Outfitters
Veterans Memorial
Second Avenue Bridge
Cedar Rapids
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