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How Medicare Beneficiaries Can Save On Prescription Medications
(NAPS)—There are some 10,000 Americans turning 65 each day, with many joining the growing pool of Medicare enrollees trying to control their health care...
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Brain Health: How You Can Make A Difference
(NAPS)—If you’re like most people, you’ve noticed differences in the way your mind works over time. The good news is that understanding the potential...
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Where Tax Returns Intersect with Health Insurance
Those without health insurance in 2014 might want to file their income tax returns early to realize the financial implications of continuing to be...
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Establish healthy traditions to make winter fun, prevent cold-weather blues
Story contact: Emily Martin, MU News Bureau; Sources: University of Missouri Extension specialists
Frigid weather may seem like a good excuse to avoid workouts, stay...
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Forget Fad Diets and Focus on Health
(Family Features) If you recently committed to managing your weight or dieting, it may be time to change your approach. For long-term results, ditch...
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Take Steps to Better Health: Walk Kansas Starts March 15
The program that promotes activity and fitness typically has about 16,500 participants annually.
MANHATTAN, Kan. – It’s as simple as putting one step in front...
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Overnight Steel Cut Oats recipe
Jami Nolen, former Nutrition Program Associate, University of Missouri Extension
Yield: Makes 1 serving
Ingredients
1/3 cup steel cut oats
2 tablespoons uncooked pearl barley
1¼ cups water
1/4 teaspoon...
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Choose oatmeal as a whole-grain healthy choice
Tammy Roberts, MS, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Bates County, University of Missouri Extension
Although most of us know we are supposed to...
