Consumer Health: Epilepsy in children
Epilepsy, also known as seizure disorder, is common, and there are many types. About 1 in 26 people in the U.S. will develop the disease in their lifetime. It affects people of all races, ethnic backgrounds and ages. Anyone can develop epilepsy.
On Nutrition: Comparing honey and molasses
When my son-in-law hinted that he was out of my granola and it “was the only thing that tasted good” when he was sick, I knew it was time to make another batch. Then I received this letter: “I sure enjoy your columns on food and nutrition that appear in The Dallas Morning News. I would like for you to write sometime about the nutritional value of honey vs. molasses.” — Al W.
Real Life Mama: Hot cocoa, chaos and Christmas caroling
When was the last time you went Christmas caroling? Or when was the last time you had carolers show up at your door? Before this past weekend, I cannot even remember the last time I experienced it. Actually, I am not even sure I had ever caroled before – maybe in Girl Scouts as a little girl. Maybe.
Review: ‘The Lost Tomb’ may be the true crime book you’ve been waiting for
I’ve been hoping all year for a true-crime page-turner that would fit on a shelf with “In Cold Blood,” “The Good Nurse,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “Black Klansman,” “Say Nothing” and “The Devil in the White City.”
Mayo Clinic Q and A: What’s going on with my kneecap?
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was playing a pickup game of football with my kids, took a tumble, and my kneecap made a popping sound. It really hurt, then seemed to get better, but something’s not right. Any idea what might be going on?
Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating Dupuytren contracture without surgery
Dupuytren contracture is a disorder that can cause the fingers to curl in, primarily the ring and small fingers.
Ex-etiquette: Do I have to go to the funeral?
Q: What is my responsibility when my children’s mother dies and there is a viewing and formal funeral? Ours was a 10-year marriage that ended in a brutal divorce because of her infidelity and remarriage 20 years ago. We had three children, now all adults with children of their own. I see them often and we are close. Will there will be any adverse effects for my children and if I chose not to attend the services?
Shop holiday: 6 essential gifts for chefs and foodies
The best gift for a serious or aspiring home cook is one they’ll actually use, and it helps if said present is also stylish.
Tea time: Boston prepares for 250th anniversary of the Boston Tea Party
BOSTON — Tea bags are coming in from all over the U.S. for a semiquincentennial bash in Boston.
Hanukkah: Judaism’s ‘festival of lights’
Hanukkah — also spelled Chanukah or other transliterations from Hebrew — is Judaism’s “festival of lights.” On eight consecutive nightfalls, Jews gather with family and friends to light one additional candle in the menorah — a multibranched candelabra.
