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How to survive acid reflux -- without a pill 09/05/2014 12:00am • Feeling the burn?That painful sensation in your chest or throat -- acid reflux, or what doctors call GERD -- isn't intractable. Lifestyle and dietary tweaks can bring relief, experts say. "Simple can make a big difference," says gastroenterologist Jorge Rodriguez, author of "The Acid Reflux Sol Study: Action-packed TV might make you snack more 09/04/2014 08:10pm • LINDSEY TANNER AP Medical Writer CHICAGO (AP) -- Could action-packed TV fare make you fat? That's the implication of a new study that found people snacked more watching fast-paced television than viewing a more leisurely paced talk show.THE SKINNY: Cornell University researchers randomly assigned al Texans' Clowney reveals concussion 09/04/2014 07:02pm • HOUSTON (AP) -- Jadeveon Clowney says he's ready to make his NFL debut for the Houston Texans after recovering from a concussion.The top overall draft pick left a practice Aug. 20 after a helmet-to-helmet hit with Denver Broncos tight end Jacob Tamme. He missed the Texans' final two preseason games, 49ers eager to focus on football amid distractions 09/04/2014 04:10pm • JANIE McCAULEY AP Sports Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- In a week that should be filled with talk about another Super Bowl run and the pomp and circumstance of finally playing the much-hyped season opener, the San Francisco 49ers once again find themselves dealing with potential embarrassment an FDA: Little evidence to support testosterone drugs 09/04/2014 03:30pm • MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Food and Drug Administration says there is little evidence that testosterone-boosting drugs taken by millions of American men are beneficial, though the agency is also unconvinced by studies suggesting the hormone carries serious risks.The agen Stock Up On the Good Stuff: Surprising Staples in a Dietitian's Pantry 09/04/2014 12:00am • The foods that stock the shelves of any pantry can be a major determinant of how well a person is able to uphold healthy eating habits. The choice is whether to stock your pantry in a way that supports healthy eating habits -- or leaves you constantly tempted. When we're exposed to foods that suppor What's New in Asthma Management? 09/04/2014 12:00am • It was a muggy 2011 Fourth of July in Illinois, and Kenny Beyer, 33, a severe asthmatic, opted for some exercise indoors. So he and his wife walked around the air-conditioned mall -- until they were ambushed by the spraying ladies from the perfume shop across the aisle. Although 50 feet of benches a Food Marriages: The Greatest (Food) Love Stories of All Time 09/04/2014 12:00am • When you think of the greatest love stories of all time, you may think of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra or Romeo and Juliet. But if you think hard, some of the most important soul mates met at the plate -- such as PB&J or cookies and milk. There are some food combos that blend beautifully with each Saints bring back Meachem, extend Galette 09/03/2014 06:48pm • BRETT MARTEL AP Sports Writer METAIRIE, La. (AP) -- Pass-rushing outside linebacker Junior Galette has the contract he coveted and veteran receiver Robert Meachem has his job back."This is the best day of my life," the 26-year-old Galette said Wednesday when he confirmed his $41.5 million extension Redskins' RG3 'not worried' about being disliked 09/03/2014 05:34pm • JOSEPH WHITE AP Sports Writer ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Robert Griffin III downplayed the notion that he's oversensitive to criticism, saying: "Trust me, I'm not worried about anybody liking me."Meanwhile, Jay Gruden said he feels the "weight of the world" on his shoulders and confessed to being "very ne Review: Don't miss Tana French's 'Secret Place' 09/03/2014 02:29pm • MICHELLE SCHERAGA Associated Press "The Secret Place" (Viking), by Tana FrenchTana French is irrefutably one of the best crime fiction writers out there. Her latest, "The Secret Place," is a mesmerizing story set in a girls' boarding school in Dublin.The murder of Chris Harper, a student at the neig Fact sheet: Nissan Versa Note 09/03/2014 12:00pm • The Associated Press 2015 Nissan Versa Note SRBASE PRICE: $14,180 for S with manual; $15,430 for S Plus; $16,330 for SV; $17,530 for SR.PRICE AS TESTED: $19,180.TYPE: Front-engine, front-wheel drive, five-passenger, compact hatchback.ENGINE: 1.6-liter, double overhead cam, four cylinder with CVTC.M Memo: No wrongdoing in handling child immigrants 09/03/2014 11:40am • ALICIA A. CALDWELL Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) -- A federal investigation that included surprise inspections was unable to substantiate 16 accusations by advocacy groups that the government packed into frigid cells children caught crossing the border alone, made them sleep on hard floors and pr Arlington Pet of the Week: Riley 09/03/2014 11:30am • This week’s Arlington Pet of the Week is Riley, a rescue pit bull mix who was depressed and skinny when he was adopted, but now is a proud “mama’s boy.” Here’s what his owner, Justin, had to say about his pup: Riley is a 2 1/2 year old American bulldog/pit bull m Nissan's small car excels at affordability 09/03/2014 11:00am • ANN M. JOB For The Associated Press The 2015 Nissan Versa Note five-door hatchback is one of the lowest-priced new cars in the U.S. market and is affordable at the gas pump, too.Starting manufacturer's suggested retail price, including destination charge, for a base, front-wheel drive, 2015 Versa No