Dietitian has easy, healthy tips for packing lunches for back-to-school

"Protein is going to be so important to power them throughout the day," Appelo said. "It is so important to nourish their muscles, and their growing bodies."

Healthy tips for parents packing school lunches for the new year
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Back to school means for many of us, packing lunches for the kids. While some schools offer free lunch, sometimes it doesn't hurt to have that homemade touch.

Fall allergies are starting early - here's what you can do

Have you noticed a little sneezing, maybe some congestion? We're still in summer but fall allergies are showing up.

Fall allergies start early - here's what to do
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Have you noticed a little sneezing, maybe some congestion? We're still in summer but fall allergies are showing up.

How to spot back to school anxiety - and what you can do
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Anxiety is a big, umbrella term when it comes to kids returning to school. A lot can trigger those anxious emotions - social situations, bullying, academic challenges.

Trinity pediatrician has tips for getting kids sleeping enough for back-to-school
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How do you make that shift? Setting alarms, getting up early and making sure they're not too tired. Doctor Stephanie Tarnacki, a pediatrician with Trinity Health, stopped by to talk shut-eye.

Couples need to make time for romance which helps your mental health
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Dr. Sabrina Jackson the People Expert, joins us on a Mental Health Monday with tip about our significant others - and why it's important to stay bonded.

FDA approves new blood test for colon cancer
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However, the blood test does not detect very small pre-cancerous tumors -- at the earliest, most treatable stage.

Study shows some doctors may judge patients
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A new study shows that doctors do form negative judgements if a patient discloses unreasonable or inaccurate beliefs during their visit. However, that should not deter patients from being as honest as possible with their doctors. Instead, try finding a new doctor.

How negative discipline affects child development
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"If children are told that they're bad, they can potentially internalize that label and come to see themselves as bad," said Dr. Abigail Novak

Shoe choices could make the difference for foot pain, doctor says
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About 87 percent of Americans deal with foot problems. Whether for work or play, our feet are getting us there, and we might owe them a little more respect.

Cutting back on sugar isn't easy - but here are some options

The average American is consuming more than 17 teaspoons of added sugar every day, double what most of us should eat.

Feeling anxiety due to political talk by loved ones? You're not alone

Now, divorce lawyers are reporting an uptick in politics impacting marriages in a negative way. Because at the end of the day, it's almost impossible not to talk about the issues.