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Study: Routine periodic fasting found to be good for health, heart

Deseret News - While many Utahns and Mormons around the world perform a periodic fast for religious purposes, doctors are now saying it might be a health-conscious — and heart-conscious — thing to do as well. "We've shown it is not a chance finding. Fasting is not just an indicator for other healthy lifestyles. It is actually the fasting that is working to reduce the risk of disease," Dr. Benjamin D. Horne said Thursday. Horne is among more than a dozen doctors with Intermountain Medical Center's Heart Institute who discovered the most recent round of physiological benefits from fasting and are presenting their findings...

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Social media trends and LDS general conference

Deseret News - President Dieter F. Uchtdorf suspected it was happening during his Sunday morning remarks. Tweeting and texting. “With so many social media resources, and a multitude of more or less useful gadgets at our disposal, sharing the good news of the gospel is easier and the effects more far-reaching than ever before,” said President Uchtdorf, second counselor in the LDS Church’s First Presidency. “In fact, I am almost afraid that some listening have already sent messages like, ‘He has been speaking for 10 minutes and still no aviation analogy.’” In terms of messages flying through cyberspace like crazy, President Uchtdorf was right....

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U of U president urges LDS Church members to join ACLU

KSL - University of Utah President Michael K. Young has a strong message for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He says freedom of religion is eroding in America and he urges Mormons to join the American Civil Liberties Union. While speaking at the annual conference of the LDS International Society on Monday at Brigham Young University, Young said religious freedom is about free will and agency. "We should be among the most passionate civil libertarians in the world," Young said. He expanded this during the question and answer period following his presentation by saying that "we all ought...

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Accommodating Food Allergies + Poll

Sarah M. McConkie - It can be overwhelming to have your child faced with a dangerous condition you know little about. You’ll have a lot of questions, and the person who can help you find answers is a qualified allergist. Michele LeMmon, whose 9-yearold daughter, Rachel, has nut allergies, said finding a good doctor was “the most important step.” The LeMmons’ doctor helped them come up with a one-page plan to give to family and friends. The plan includes a list of foods Rachel will react to, words to watch out for on ingredient labels, unexpected sources of allergens (such as Duraflame logs and mousetraps),...

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Dave Says: Spending Makes Her Feel Guilty

LDS Living - Dear Dave, My husband and I almost feel guilty about spending any of the money we’ve worked so hard to save. Is it common for older people who have saved their entire lives, have no debt, good pensions, and Social Security income, to become obsessed about not spending their money? Connie Dear Connie, It’s very common, especially among folks who have developed a pattern of living frugally for 40 or 50 years. I call it the embarrassment of riches. I’ve heard some people in your situation say that they’re even too embarrassed to order dessert in a restaurant. They feel like...

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Dave Says: Continue Taking Unemployment?

LDS Living - Dear Dave, I had a wreck seven months ago. As a result, I lost my job and have been drawing unemployment for the last five months. I was making $1,200 a month in retail management before this happened, but I’m getting just as much with unemployment, even though I can work again. I have a small daughter, and my wife doesn’t work right now. Should I continue taking unemployment so I can stay home and help with our daughter? Tim Dear Tim, Absolutely not! You need to get a job right now. You could make more than you did at your...

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Don't Forget, Check Your Emergency Kit

Emergency Essentials - Bruce Barton, a well-known writer, once said, “When I think of what tremendous consequences come from little things, I am tempted to think, there are no little things." Many people have taken the time to purchase emergency supplies for themselves and their families. Once these supplies have been purchased many people forget to check their kits on a regular basis to be sure the supplies are fresh and in usable condition. One of the most difficult parts of this process is merely remembering. Since we all schedule our lives very differently, we recommend tailoring a system that you know will work...

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{Food Dish} A (Cookie) Day to Remember

Kate Ensign-Lewis - We recently baked your cookie recipes—all of them. (We had to give everyone a fair chance, right?) The result was a cookie extravaganza. Utilizing the not unformidable tasting abilities of our colleagues at Deseret Book Corporate and our celebrity judges, including Lion House head baker Brenda Hopkin, we narrowed down the field and found our winner! Beginning next Monday, watch as we announce the three runners up and the winner. Don’t worry—you, too, can taste some of the goodness we enjoyed. We will announce the winners by publishing their recipes online. In the meantime, enjoy a visual feast of our cookie...

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His Sacred Name: An Easter Declaration

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Mormon athletes celebrate season of achievements

LDS Church News - Several Latter-day Saints and teams from a pair of Church-owned schools enjoyed remarkable success during the U.S. collegiate winter sports season. Their achievements excited fans and gleaned positive attention for the Church across the country. Brigham Young University's mens' basketball team ended its historic season with a trip to the storied Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament before losing in overtime to Florida 83-74 on March 24 in New Orleans. The Cougars set a school record with 34 wins against just five losses, claiming the Mountain West Conference regular season title and reaching the field of 16 for the first time...