Health Tip: Safety on Wheels
Roller sports -- including roller skating and roller blading, biking, skateboarding and scooters -- are a common cause of injury, especially in children.
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons offers these suggestions to prevent injuries from roller sports:
* Always wear protective gear, including a helmet, knee and elbow pads, and wrist guards.
* Keep your wheels on smooth, even surfaces, and away from traffic.
* Never allow young children to play roller sports unattended.
* Jumps and tricks should only be allowed under close supervision, in a safe and controlled area such as a skate park, and there should be easy access to medical attention if needed.
Health Tip: Eat More Vegetables
Instead of getting bored with the same old vegetable choices that take too long to prepare, choose convenience and variety in your vegetables.
Here are easy ways to get plenty of vegetables in your diet, provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture:
* Buy fresh vegetables that are in season -- they'll be at their peak flavor, and often less expensive.
* Keep plenty of frozen vegetables on hand for quick and easy microwave meals and sides.
* Look for conveniently packed vegetables, such as washed and peeled carrots, pre-washed bags of salads, and cut vegetables.
* Save time by making a baked potato in the microwave instead of the oven.
* Alternate your veggie choices and how you cook them. Try them raw and crunchy, then try them steamed.
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