About Today: Coping With Chronic Illness

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Today From Bob Schulties, your About Today Editor It's one thing to get sick and get better, but it's another thing to get sick and then have to learn to live with it. The only chronic thing I have doesn't count: Bad Attituditis. What Is Fibromyalgia? I'm a little embarrassed to say that I wasn't quite sure what fibromyalgia was. And since you can't hear me, I can say it any way I want, although, to be honest, I'm not even 100 percent sure how to pronounce it. Fibromyalgia sounds pretty miserable, and I feel for you or anyone you know who suffers from it. But if you're in the dark like me, that link above offers a little learning as to what it's all about. What Are The Symptoms of Fibromyalgia? 7 Types of Fibromyalgia Pain See More About:  fibromyalgia symptoms  treating fibromyalgia  living with fibromyalgia Do You Think You Have Arthritis? Wow, looks like I'm getting all sorts of schooling today! Arthritis is actually a group of over 100 conditions? How come I haven't learned this before? Do you suspect you have an arthritic condition? Here's what to do first. What Does Osteoarthritis Feel Like? Thyroid Disease: The Basics See More About:  arthritis symptoms  arthritis diagnosis  joint pain Will You Get Heart Disease? I know this'll sound a little morbid, but I reckon I'll die from either cancer or heart disease. And it scares me so much that I've taken up bull fighting, skydiving and crocodile taming to ward them off. Foolproof plan? Check. Fool? Check. Wait, what? Key Symptoms of Heart Disease Cholesterol-Friendly Meals See More About:  cardiac risk assessment  heart disease risk  Lots To Eat On a Gluten-Free Diet I don't want to get all dramatic, but if I wasn't able to eat pizza and bread, I'd probably just let the crocodile eat me after my parachute failed to open (see above). "But wait!" says Jane, our Guide to Celiac Disease. There is actually plenty you can eat. Oh, great. Anyone know a way out of a crocodile? Does IBD Cause Night Sweats? What to Eat When You Have IBS See More About:  gluten-free shopping  gluten-free food  what's safe for celiacs? Today Ads Arthritis Joint Pain Arthritis Knee Pain Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis Pain Arthritis Diet Featured Articles Best Cold Shoulder Tops for Summer A Cole Slaw That's Easy to Make Teach Your Parrot to Sing a Song Chile Grilling Sauce 5 Reasons to Go to Bolivia Now Online Talk Shows You Should Be Watching   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Today: Life in Ancient Times

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Today From Bob Schulties, your About Today Editor I feel like no matter what I do, life is going too quickly. I wonder if folks from the past felt the same way. I mean, what if we transported an ancient Roman to the present day -- would they help slow us down, or would they be like, "Quis est is iPad?" and "Qua est meus geminus mocha Chai latte? EGO have a yoga dictata." Roman Meals N.S. Gill, our Guide to Ancient/Classical History, writes, "...even most rich Romans would have eaten more modestly." Oh, no! My ideas about ancient Roman feasts are somewhat wrong? Makes me wonder what Romans would have thought of our tailgate parties. 40 Foods They Didn't Eat What Did Roman Soldiers Eat? See More About:  the romans  roman daily life  roman laws Roman Wines I can't be the only one who thinks of enormous vessels of wine when thinking about Roman times. Wine and its Origins Italian Wine Guide See More About:  wine  roman daily life  italic peninsula Roman Aqueducts This, along with the wine, is what I typically think about when I think about the Romans. There were nine aqueducts and one was nearly 60 miles long? Man, that's even more impressive than I originally thought. Roman Architecture Rome Apartments See More About:  latrines  aqueducts  roman daily life Roman Society Here's a great overview of how Roman society functioned. I guess it wasn't all togas and food fights. Wait, that was Animal House. Good ol' Bluto. Could Women Divorce in Ancient Rome? Roman Education See More About:  roman social order  ancient slaves  plebeians Today Ads Greek Letters Recipes Food Good Food Recipes Roman Empire Food Recipe Wine Featured Articles 10 Cool Facts About Fireflies Best Rock Songs of 2012 (So Far) Which Cars Are Coming in 2013? Top Web Browsers for iPhone Recipe: Arugula Strawberry Orange Salad Video: Identifying Thyroid Problems   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Today: It's Hotter Than Hot

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Today From Bob Schulties, your About Today Editor I often get email (feel free to write to me anytime). Let me share one with you now. "Dear Dr. Bob, How can I beat the heat? Signed, Too Hot in Tulsa." Simple answer: a kiddie pool and a big electric fan. Frosty beverage of choice is (barely) optional. Tip: Keep the fan away from the pool and the kids away from me. I mean you. Take Your Kids Out of the Car Let me remove my smart-aleck cap for a minute: When you arrive at your destination after going out for a drive, take your children out of the car. It simply breaks my heart every year to read the stories about children being left (often accidentally) in cars. Kids and Sun Protection - Beyond Wearing Sunscreen Summer Safety Primer: Avoiding Heat Stroke Heat Rash Isn't As Common As You Think See More About:  summer safety  heat stroke  hidden dangers Beat the Heat Our Guide to First Aid, Rod, reminds us to stay out of the heat and sun. Since that's not always possible, he also shares other smart tips, like: Call in sick to work and hide in the tub, break into your neighbor's house if they have colder AC than you, and he even supports bringing your lawn sprinkler to work. It's possible I made up some (or all) of those suggestions. How To Treat Heat Exhaustion Everyday First Aid Tips Recognize Dehydration Symptoms See More About:  heat illness  outdoor first aid  home safety A Pool: Should You or Shouldn't You? My buddy ACE put a pool in his backyard, and while he was all kinds of reluctant, he now views it as a great move. And as a way to not see me anymore. Hello, ACE?! How about an invite? Get the Right Size Air Conditioner Green AC Ideas See More About:  buying homes with pools  swimming pool construction  building costs Keeping Fluffy McFlufferson Cool This Summer While some owners claim their pets can talk to them, they can't say, "Yo, it's too danged hot in here even for me! And you finished with that?" Here's how to keep Fido cool. Can Cats Get Too Hot? Help Your Pet Avoid These Summer Hazards See More About:  summer tips for dogs  keeping dogs cool  dog safety Today Ads Hot Tub Spa Cheap Hot Tubs Hot Tub Sale Hot Tub Installation Used Hot Tubs Featured Articles Your Summer Shape-Up Guide Prevent Summer Brain Drain Stay Informed: Pet Food Recalls How to Prune Herbs For The Best Harvest What the Stock Market Tells You Every Day Does Caffeine Improve Memory?   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About French Language: An vs Annee ~ Expressions with temps

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French Language French Language Start Learning Practice/Perfect For Teachers From Laura K. Lawless, your Guide to French Language An vs Année The French word pairs an/année, jour/journée, matin/matinée, and soir/soirée can be confusing because each pair has a single English translation. The important thing to understand is that the difference between the words in each pair has to do with two different ways of considering time: An vs Année. See More About:  an in french  jour  matin Expressions with temps The French word temps literally means "time" or "weather" and is also used in many idiomatic expressions. Learn how to say spare time, job sharing, to pause, and more with this list of expressions with temps. See More About:  temps  french expressions  french vocabulary Video: Counting in French Learn how to count in French with this new video, or take a look at my lesson for more detailed info. French mistake: Ils se sont parlés What's wrong with writing "ils se sont parlés"? Learn about this French mistake. See More About:  french pronominal verbs  french agreement  french mistakes French Language Ads French Language Translate Language French Lessons Translate French Learn French Featured Articles dégommer - le mot du jour French basics and essential info Mistakes and difficulties French vocabulary   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Real Recipes app Download our highly-rated app for free recipes and kitchen tools, for iPhone and iPod Touch. More> This newsletter is written by: Laura K. Lawless French Language Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About French Language newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Top 100 French Words French Proficiency Test French Verb Conjugator Daily French: word, lesson, facts French Quizzes   Follow me on: Advertisement