Novelist Helen Van Slyke Discusses Real People in Her Books
New York AP profile of Helen Van Slyke, author of The Best People and The Heart Listens, detailing her rise from Washington reporter to cosmetics executive and novelist. She writes five hours daily, keeps a family tree for continuity, and uses real people as inspirations while aiming for relatable plots.
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Diet demands wide variety
On a 1500 calorie diet it is hard to meet all essential nutrients without careful food choices. Studies show vitamins A thiamin riboflavin niacin and iron can be lacking unless a wide variety of foods is included to keep the diet nutritionally balanced.
Diet fat share rises in American meals
The text notes fat as a portion of calories in the typical American diet climbing from about 32 percent in the early 1900s to 45 percent or more today. It suggests a return to 30-35 percent as a general recommendation.
Spring fashion features soft lines and easy separates
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Successful weight loss habits from a dietitian
A dietitian outlines twelve traits of successful weight losers including self motivation, patience, learning about nutrition, weekly weigh ins, measuring by inches, positive thinking, and guarding against sabotage. They emphasize personal responsibility and steady progress over quick fixes. The article ends with a cooking tip to add onion and green pepper to stewed tomatoes served with fish or omelet.
Vinegar bath revives soiled blue suede boots
Reader solution helps restore blue suede boots after dirt and damp exposure. A washcloth with white vinegar removes grime and preserves dye, with caution about dye transfer. Heloise column notes readers may send tips but she cannot reply individually.
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