Here are this weekend's reading diversions for your personal enlightenment. Have a great weekend!
Dr. Jim Taylor: Narcissism: On the Rise in America?
Well, according to recent research (to be discussed below), Narcissus has spawned many offspring in our current generation, and narcissism is alive and well and living in America. Just so we are all on the same wavelength, narcissism is a personality characteristic associated with self-absorption, egocentrism, an overestimation of one's own importance and abilities, a sense of entitlement and a disregard for others.
Take a Vacation, Doctor's Orders - iVillage
Here's what happens: Work-related challenges, complaints and crises trigger our fight or flight response, explains Dr. Fraenkel. To counteract that heightened state, we need a timeout so our bodies can calm down. But too often we don't take one, so we?re operating in a continuous state of stress.
Do 'Use-By' Dates Lead To Wasted Food?
There are many factors that can contribute to why a use-by date may actually be different than the date the product should actually be used by. A big factor is how much the product is handled and processed, and this varies by company.
Crohn's Disease Symptoms - Crohn's Fistulas – HealthTree
Because Crohn's disease often leads to malnutrition, which hinders the normal growth processes, children with Crohn's may experience developmental delays, both physically and mentally.
Endless Simmer: Memorial Day Recipes: 5 Foods That Are Even Better Grilled
Here are our five favorite foods that turn out surprisingly fantastic when cooked over coals.
No yolk! The best scrambled eggs – Eatocracy - CNN.com Blogs
In a bowl, gently whisk the eggs with salt, pepper and a couple of tablespoons of cream. You want to incorporate the ingredients just enough so the colors swirl, but not enough to make it frothy.
Good Old-Fashioned Playtime | Real Simple
15 ways to bring back the art of having fun (without any electronic thingamajigs).
Food and Energy - Prevention.com
Never, ever skip a meal. "Many women skip breakfast," Wein says. "And some may even skip lunch because they think it will help them lose weight." But by skipping breakfast or lunch--or both--not only are you depriving your body of calories just when it needs them the most, you're also likely to compensate with a lethargy-inducing pig-out when you do eat. So much for weight loss! "And if you keep skipping meals, the result over time is a general malaise," Wein says.
