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- Cold and Flu Season: Diabetics Share Natural Remedies
For people with diabetes, catching the flu can be much more than an inconvenience. In fact according to the Centers for Disease control, a diabetic is three times more likely to die from the flu and six times more likely to be hospitalized. - The Challenge of Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes
For people with diabetes, the approach of Halloween and other holidays can bring a certain anxiety with it. It seems there's no escaping the extra-rich foods and treats that are tightly connected with traditions and celebrations. - The Connection Between Antioxidants and Improved Health
"Antioxidant" is the term for a group of nutrients with many health-promoting properties. They are found in raw foods and are associated with many desirable qualities from better eyesight to possible cancer prevention. - Why All the Hype About an Itty-Bitty Berry?
The acai berry can do a number of things to improve your health, reduce aging, decrease likelihood of cancer and increase your energy. Is it just too good to be true? Or does this little berry keep its promises? - Illiterate America: An Epidemic of Bad English
Bad English is spreading like a plague. Recently, its spread is being fueled by an army of illiterates taking to the internet and text messaging. We, as Americans, do okay when we have a script off of which to read (i.e. presidential speeches, Oscar acceptance speeches). Anytime someone is off the script, however, watch for their English to fall apart like a house of rice paper cards. - School is Addictive! The Thrill of Learning and Discovery
School can become addictive. Despite all the hardships required, the thrill of learning, discovering, and being challenged can become pretty enjoyable. Talking with educated people and talking about theories and philosophies can become a stimulant - simply put, addictive. - Get the Most Out of Medicare in 2008
Learn how to make the most of your Medicare coverage this year. - Yes, You Can (and Should!) Still Exercise
The benefits of exercise are wide-reaching, and well-known. But what if you're in a wheelchair or have limited mobility due to injury or disease? Should you still exercise regularly? - Medicare Open Enrollment: Which Plan is Right For You?
It's February again, and the millions of Americans who are currently on Medicare know what this season means: the time for open enrollment is quickly running out. Find out which plan is right for you. - 3 Signs It's Time to Quit
Have you felt trapped at work? Unappreciated? Underused? Can you not stand the smell of your boss' cheap Old Spice another day? Then join the thousands of U.S. workers that will tell their bosses adios this holiday season and move on to greener pastures. - Financial Aid: Beware of Scholarship Scams
With fall approaching and many students (and their parents) worrying about college tuition, it's wise for parents and students alike to be on the lookout for scholarship scams. - College: How to Survive The First Year
For many potential college students, starting school can be intimidating. Below are ten tips that will not only help you survive your first year - or any year - but thrive. - Job Interviews: 10 Commonly-Asked Questions (And How to Answer)
Being prepared for a job interview isn't just about dressing appropriately, it's also about knowing how to respond thoughtfully to the interviewer's questions. Here are ten of the most commonly-asked job interview questions. Don't be surprised if they come up in your next interview. - Financial Aid for College: Several Promising Signs
Even with the rising cost of education, there are several promising signs for college students (and their parents). - Top 10 Ways to Be Happy at Work
Finding happiness - or at least contentment - at work shouldn't be that difficult. Here are ten suggestions of how to start. - Top 10 Worst Jobs
Think your job is bad? Tired of arbitrary deadlines, endless meetings, and pointless performance reviews? Well, before you consider quitting your job, you may want to consider other undesirable occupations. You might discover that your job isn't so bad after all. - College Degrees: What's Their Real Value?
What is the value of a college degree? For most people, the answer to this question seems self-evident. Aside from its intrinsic value, numerous reports have confirmed that an individual's job opportunities and earning potential increase significantly with a college degree. And yet, there seems to be a small but vociferous faction that claims otherwise. - Top 5 Reasons Why Employees Hate Their Bosses (And What Bosses Can Do About It)
Every boss can't be loved by every employee. A good boss should understand some of more common reasons why employers hate their bosses so they can respond swiftly and effectively. - What Do Scholarship Committees Look For?
One of the best ways to subsidize your college education is by obtaining a scholarship. As such, you should keep in mind the criteria that selection committees use in awarding scholarships. - Is Wikipedia a Viable Source for College Papers?
As a college writing instructor, I can vouch that there are certain questions that come up again and again during the course of every writing class. But perhaps the most common question I get is whether Wikipedia, the ubiquitous online encyclopedia, can be used as a viable source for research papers. - Graduation, A Peculiar Ceremony
Unknown to most, this article points out the irony of celebration that is supposed to commemorate higher learning but which most of the attendees - including the graduates - don't understand. - What's in a Name? Do Employers Really Care Where You Went to School?
Many job applicants worry that employers will judge them solely on where they went to college. The truth is that while the prestige of a college or university does matter, employers know that the name on the certificate doesn't tell the whole story. - Choosing Where to Attend College? What You Should Know About Accreditation
Trying to decide where to go to school? If so, make sure you consider whether or not the school is properly accredited. Use these tips and advice to help ensure sure you choose an accredited school. - How To Build a Dynamite Resume
Resumes are to getting jobs what good looks are to getting dates. The purpose of this article is outline how you can create, beautify, and even airbrush your resume in order to make a lasting impression. - The 5 Worst Home-Based Business Scams
For anyone who's ever received one to many home-based business scam emails, let me identify five of the most common and pernicious home business scams, which I've gleaned from several websites issuing similar warnings. Think of it as a public service announcement. - The 10 Strangest College Mascots
Sure, you have bulldogs, panthers, knights, and hawks. But not every school chooses a conventional mascot. Here are ten of the strangest, in no particular order - except for the last one. - Top 10 Excuses For Getting Out of Work
We've all been there: it's a beautiful day and you can't bear the thought of going into work. You need an excuse to get out of work that will help you save face as well as your sanity. - The Best Money-Saving Tips for College Students
With the cost of tuition on the rise, college students are seeking new ways to save a buck while going to school. Read these top ten money saving tips. - Top 5 Reasons Why Employees Hate Their Bosses (And What Bosses Can Do About It)
Every boss can't be loved by every employee. But that doesn't mean that every boss needs to be Michael Scott from NBC's The Office. - How To Choose the Right Degree For You
The number and nature of college degrees are as diverse as the people who get them. To help find the right degree for you, here are a few questions you may want to ask yourself. - Online or Traditional Education: Which Is Right For You?
For most people, the decision to get a college education is, if you'll pardon the expression, a "no-brainer." A not-so-obvious decision is to whether to get your education in a traditional, on-campus setting or - as is becoming more common - to get it online. Which one is best for you? - 7 Benefits of Online Education
For centuries, a college education meant "going away to school." It meant ivy-encrusted campuses, dorms and fraternities, and all-nighters at the library cramming for a chemistry test. - Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates: What's The Difference?
One of the first and most important decisions in getting an education is choosing the right program. - Applying For College As An Adult: What, Me Worry?
Going back to school can be intimidating, especially if you've been away for a while or, most especially, if you never went. But there is one thing you shouldn't have to worry about - the application process. Read on to find out why. - Why Do People Stay in Dead-End Jobs?
So you've been working at the same job for awhile. You're bored, anxious, and you can tell work is getting to you. Why not find something more meaningful? Find out how people like you can escape the mire of a dead-end job.
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