5 Minutes for Books: 'What's Eating Your Child?'

For years, I struggled with allergies, sinus infections, eczema, anxiety and reflux.  Medications helped control the symptoms, but they worsened with time. In search of better health, I made drastic changes to my diet. Four months later, 95 percent of my issues have cleared completely. I am now convinced that food plays a crucial role in wellness, and I believe it has a dramatic effect on the lives of our children as well.

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In her new book, What's Eating Your Child?, Kelly Dorfman explores the relationship between ...

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5 Minutes for Books: The Art of Running

Until recently, I enjoyed various forms of exercise, but hated running. That changed in January 2010, when I started a “Couch to 5K” program. Since that time, I have completed a 5K, 10K and even a half-marathon. Running is now an integral part of my life, and it has made me stronger, more confident and more sanguine.

Why?

In To Be a Runner, bestselling author Martin Dugard provides the perfect explanation: "The act of running is a decision to be the best possible version of yourself. It is a striving to be more than mediocre, if only for that burst ...

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5 Minutes for Books: Ronald Reagan’s 'Notes'

Ronald Reagan, one of the most popular presidents of the 20th century, is remembered as the "Great Communicator." Most supporters and critics can agree—Reagan excelled in front of a crowd.

In early 2010, a set of 4-by-6-inch note cards, in Reagan's handwriting, was found in a box marked "RR's desk." The collection includes the president’s favorite quotations, proverbs, excerpts from speeches and literature, and his own writing. At the Reagan Presidential Library, the cards are known as the Rosetta Stone because they provide a window into Reagan's mind, vividly portraying his beliefs and ideology. Many ...

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5 Minutes for Books: Disney World Guides

Vacation season is quickly approaching, and this year, one of the world's most visited places celebrates its 40th anniversary. On Oct. 1, 1971, the Magic Kingdom opened its doors in Florida. Forty years later, Walt Disney World includes four theme parks, two water parks, resorts, golf courses, a campground, shopping and entertainment venues, and much more. For anyone considering a trip to Disney World, planning can be overwhelming, but there are excellent guidebooks to help.

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When it comes to Disney guides, The Unofficial Guide Walt Disney ...

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