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As we head toward the cooler months, thoughts wander to leaf peeping, cozy sweaters, football and the appearance of the symbol of fall … the pumpkin. 

While we have come to see the pumpkin as the undeniable mascot of autumn, there’s more to the humble gourd than jack-o-lanterns, bread, Thanksgiving desserts and pumpkin spice everything. It tantalizes our tastebuds and decorates our homes, but eating pumpkin also has many health benefits.

Nutritional Powerhouse

According to an article published by the journal Plants, pumpkin is packed with proteins, vitamins, phytochemicals, and antioxidants...

Today's busy mothers would be the first to say the one thing they'd like more of is "me" time. In celebration of all moms who put others' needs before their own, here are 10 ways you can create precious time for yourself to celebrate your Mother's Day all year long.

1. Get over the guilt. This is your first step. Being a good mother doesn't mean just making sacrifices but also giving of yourself to your children and others. Strive for the well-rounded, happy life you want that's manageable and full of positive experiences.
    
2. Cut back on multitasking habits. By focusing on one activity at a time, you...

Being a child or teen seems not nearly as fun as it used to be. Who’s posting what on social media, worries about getting good grades, relationships at school, home environment and peer pressure have today’s kids feeling the stress to perform, fit in and stand out. When it comes to stress and children, know how to identify signs and find solutions.

According to an article published in JAMA Pediatrics, youngsters in 2020 experienced considerably more stress and depression than in 2016. The report states that anxiety rose from 7.1% to 9.2% (a 29% increase), and that the rate of depression went...