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How Can I Find the Best Endocrinologist? 08/21/2018 08:00pm • The endocrine system is a critical but complex component of the body that regulates and controls a wide range of functions related to metabolism, growth and development, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, mood and many other elements that make us functional human beings. But it's a system that ha Fast Fiber Facts: What it Is and How to Get Enough 08/21/2018 08:00pm • Only 5 percent of Americans are achieving the adequate intake of recommended fiber. On average, adolescents and adults are only consuming about 50 percent of their needs. This is a problem, because fiber is important for numerous body processes, such as: -- Managing digestion. A low-fiber diet can How to Start a Profitable Business on Amazon 08/21/2018 08:00pm • If you're launching your own company, you've likely considered leveraging Amazon, thanks to its robust infrastructure and far-reaching distribution network. And you wouldn't be alone in utilizing the retail giant's platform. In May, Amazon reported that more than one million small businesses in the Va. teen does over 10,000 pullups, to be verified by Guinness World Records 08/21/2018 03:26pm • WASHINGTON — Talk about an extreme athlete: A college student from Great Falls, Virginia, believes he's set new world records for doing 10,020 pullups in less than 20 hours last Saturday at a Reston gym. "I wanted to raise awareness for ocean conservation," said Andrew Shapiro, 19. "I don't t Arlington County plans ‘Disaster Relief Trials’ to test cyclists 08/21/2018 02:45pm • When disaster strikes, roads are often one of the first necessities hit. Gridlock or damage to streets can make them impassible for cars. And on Sept. 29, the county will host “Disaster Relief Trials” to simulate just such an emergency in Arlington. Participants will need to climb onto their Are you getting too much protein? Here's why it matters 08/21/2018 12:00am • Whether you're trying to lose weight, gain muscle or stay strong and healthy as you age, protein is vital. But how much protein is enough versus too much? The current recommended daily allowance for adults is 0.8 grams per kilogram of an individual's body mass (or 0.36 grams per pound of body wei 6 best yoga poses for back pain 08/20/2018 12:00am • A few years ago, I worked with a student whose back pain was so severe he couldn't walk without slumping over. He was taking pain medication and self-medicating with alcohol or drugs. The agony was making him irritable, which was ruining his relationships. Then, there was the looming cost of back su What to Do About Acid Reflux in Children 08/19/2018 08:00pm • If your child has pain or discomfort after eating, is fussy after eating or has repeated complaints of sore throat with no clear cause or an unexplained cough, he or she may have gastroesophageal reflux or acid reflex. The esophagus is the tube that takes food from the mouth to the stomach. With aci Biggest Spenders of Foreign Lobbying in the U.S. Comes from America's Closest Allies 08/16/2018 08:00pm • The countries that invest the most in influencing the U.S. are largely America's closest allies, according to data, at a time when international lobbying is under increased scrutiny. An analysis of foreign lobbying last year through the Foreign Agents Registration Act, or FARA, compiled by the nonpr Which Doctor Can Help Me With Infertility? 08/16/2018 08:00pm • For many couples, having a healthy baby is an important goal. But for some, conceiving a child isn't easy. Difficulty or an inability to conceive naturally, also called infertility, is a common problem. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that "about 6 percent of married women ag Older Adults: Here's What Causes Hunchback -- and How to Prevent It 08/16/2018 08:00pm • Kyphosis, a painful condition commonly known as "hunchback" is a physical deformation of the middle and upper spine, in which its natural curve increases, resulting in a "hunched over" posture. While the postural issue used to be a problem largely reserved for older women, in recent decades, kyphos Aretha Franklin, 'Queen of Soul,' dies 08/16/2018 09:59am • DETROIT (AP) — Aretha Franklin, the long-reigning "Queen of Soul'' who sang with matchless style on such classics as `"Think'' and her signature song, "Respect,'' died Thursday at age 76, said her representative, Gwendolyn Quinn. Publicist Gwendolyn Quinn tells The Associated Press through 2018 MLB MVP, Cy Young predictor model 08/16/2018 01:19am • WASHINGTON — It’s August, the pennant races are heating up, and it’s time to start debating who should win baseball's biggest awards. Well, not debating, exactly. The aim here is to use a weighted model to try to predict how the voters will act when the time comes and predict who will win t What Made the Difference the Day 8 Athletes Achieved Personal Records 08/15/2018 08:00pm • The breaking point When it comes to achieving a personal best, athletes often focus on the physical -- how to train smarter, rest more, eat cleaner or wear the more advanced gear. And while those factors certainly matter, it's often the mental shifts, memories or unexpected cheers from the crowd tha Morgan Stanley Hungry for Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock 08/14/2018 08:00pm • Expectations are high for new Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) CEO Brian Niccol, and the Chipotle management team got a vote of confidence from Wall Street on Wednesday. Morgan Stanley analyst John Glass has upgraded CMG stock from "equal-weight" to "overweight," but not all analysts are as