By Shirley Anderson-Porisch

While gambling poses certain financial risks, understanding what constitutes as an acceptable gambling budget each month is required to keep within the guidelines of a spending plan.

For the majority of people who participate in gambling, it is a social activity done for fun and entertainment. Unfortunately for some people, gambling activity creates problems in their lives with family, work, school or community because it becomes compulsive or addictive.

By Gerald August

A commonly prescribed drug for treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (AHDH) has recently captured the attention of the media, school officials, parents and the general public.

Adderall, which is approved by the FDA, is prescribed to help children, adolescents and adults manage ADHD symptoms. While its benefits have been widely reported, public enthusiasm for the medication has been tempered due to a growing problem of misuse and abuse among high school, college and graduate-level students.

By Mike Opat

There’s no better time of year than summertime for any kid, including my three. Another school year has passed by, and responsibilities are limited to summer sports, household chores, perhaps a summer job.

Kids and teens get a chance to shake the title of “student” and enjoy themselves for what seem like the fastest few months of the year. But even after the school year ends, keeping kids and teens engaged in books throughout the summer is crucial to their future.

By Michael Miller

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By Deane Morrison

School food service directors from around Minnesota agree that they want to get more whole-grain food into their cafeterias. But the big question is how.

A study led by University researcher Len Marquart said the difficulties; among them are a variety of definitions for a "whole grain" product, packaging and distribution problems and the dilemma of how to get kids to eat whole-grain bread.

By Peter Lee, M.D., Ph.D.

Sun protection is important. In the United States, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer. This may be due to the fact that we live in a society that views tanning as desirable. But in reality, tanned and pink skin are indicators of skin damage, which can inevitably lead to skin cancer.

By Kathleen Olson

What should a parent to do when their child uses bad language? Most children will experiment with using bad language. First of all, as a parent, try to determine the cause for the bad language.

The most important step for a parent to take is to stop using bad language. Children listen to parents and repeat, even if they don't do it in front of you. If a parent curses and the child hears it, don’t be surprised if they repeat it in the future.

By Deborah Swackhamer

Fish is an important part of a healthy, balanced diet. High in heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids, fish is a low-fat source of protein and nutrients. Reports about chemical contamination in water, however, raise questions about how these chemicals may affect your health. It’s a balancing act: to be both healthy and safe, you should eat fish, but avoid unlimited consumption.

CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE
Wasted on
a road
The Eden Prairie City Council will soon be voting to upgrade the rural section of Riverview Road into a modern urban street. In our current climate of fiscal austerity, elected officials should allocate money to real needs, not the extravagant wants of the city administration. Every day we hear of resource shortages for real, identifiable needs.