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Is it Harder to Lose Weight as You Age? 11/11/2018 07:00pm • Does your favorite pair of jeans fit more snugly around the waist with each birthday? Is your favorite dress a little tighter with each passing year? Research suggests that many people gain weight as they advance in age from young adulthood into middle age. Between ages 29 and 39, women typically ga What Is a Credit Reference? 11/08/2018 07:00pm • Your credit report is your most well-known -- and valuable -- credit reference. But it's not the only one you have. A credit reference can take on many different forms. For instance, each individual account listed on your credit report is also considered a credit reference. And some credit referenc What to Eat When You Have Trouble Swallowing 11/08/2018 07:00pm • When Diane Wolff's 85-year-old mother was diagnosed with a swallowing disorder in 2010, the prognosis seemed dismal, at least when it came to diet. "Everything had to be pureed, and I couldn't find anything ready-made for her that tasted good. It was institutional, like dog food," Wolff remembers. B 6 food trends to watch for in 2019 11/07/2018 09:00am • I recently returned from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' 2018 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo in the District of Columbia, where one of my main objectives was to identify new food trends. Sometimes, I'm a fan of what's trending; other times, not so much. (Personally, I find identi The making of Marion Barry, Part 3: 'There was no way we could win' 11/07/2018 04:30am • This is the final part of WTOP’s three-part series “The making of Marion Barry,” marking the 40th anniversary of the first election of the man referred to as D.C.’s “Mayor for Life.” WASHINGTON -- When Marion Barry began to run for mayor of D.C. in 1978, he could point to his record o How the 2018 Midterm Elections Will Impact Energy Stocks 11/05/2018 07:00pm • State-level energy policies on the ballot in Colorado, California and Washington will impact 17 energy stocks, as some have already lost billions of dollars in market capitalization. The impact of these stocks, including both small- and large-cap equities, includes a Colorado proposition that would What Exactly Is a FICO Score? 11/04/2018 07:00pm • Your FICO credit score is a three-digit number that lenders use to get a snapshot of the health of your credit history. The number is based on the information in your credit report from one of the three national credit bureaus, Experian, Equifax and TransUnion. Lenders typically use your FICO score How to Choose Between Weighted Funds 11/04/2018 07:00pm • Index funds look like a one-size-fits-all investing option, but in fact there are many alternatives to the S&P 500 products that dominate the market. Some choices are subsets of that broad market index and others track different indexes altogether including foreign or small-company stocks or cer Evaluate How These Soft Factors Might Impact Your Law School Admissions Chances 11/04/2018 07:00pm • A lot of factors go into consideration when an admissions committee evaluates a law school application. Many are obvious, such as GPA, LSAT scores, personal statement, letters of recommendation and resume. Many, however, are unaware that there are other aspects of an applicant that don't necessaril 7 Winter Home Prep Tasks You Haven't Done Yet 11/01/2018 08:00pm • Time to really get ready for winter.You already know the basics of getting your home ready for winter: cleaning your gutters, making sure windows and doors have weatherstripping to block drafts and tackling various tasks to keep your house warm and cozy throughout those chilly months. But incorporat 6 Single-Leg Exercises Every Runner Should Do 11/01/2018 08:00pm • Running is a single-leg sport. At any given second, you've only got one foot on the ground. "In running, you have to be able to absorb impact, adapt to uneven terrain and then launch yourself all from one foot," explains certified strength and conditioning specialist Janet Hamilton, an exercise phys Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Still Has Problems After Earnings Beat 11/01/2018 08:00pm • Starbucks Corporation (Nasdaq: SBUX) stock jumped more than 11 percent on Friday after the company beat earnings expectations in the fiscal fourth quarter and issued solid 2019 guidance. While investors cheer the positive quarter, analysts say Starbucks still has major problems it needs to address. Is Social Jet Lag to Blame for Your Weight Gain? 10/31/2018 08:00pm • You haven't traveled anywhere -- and yet you're still experiencing effects akin to jet lag. In this case, it's not landing in a different time zone that's to blame but so-called social jet lag. Essentially, your body's internal clock is out of sync with your constantly shifting sleep schedule. Durin 11 Foods and Beverages That May Promote Calm 10/31/2018 08:00pm • Some foods and beverages can help promote feelings of calm and combat anxiety. Do you ever feel anxious, jittery or uneasy? Many people do at any given time, and 40 million adults in the U.S. suffer from an anxiety disorder, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Anxiety inc Are You Fit Enough to Be a Football Ref? 10/31/2018 08:00pm • The night before game day, Gus Morris lays out his uniform, eats a meal that emphasizes carbs (think pasta with shrimp) and, like most days of the year, turns out the lights by 10 p.m. "Rest is really important," he says. Come morning, it's peanut butter and banana toast for breakfast, a turkey san