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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Fugitive caught, sentenced in Ashland home-invasion robbery ... Attacker steals man's concealed handgun in Walmart bathroom, police say ... Three arrests made in west Medford shooting case ... Fugitive caught, sentenced in Ashland home-invasion robbery ... Attacker steals man's concealed handgun in Walmart bathroom, police say ... Three arrests made in west Medford shooting case ... Health Watch: Curb your kitchen cravings this holiday season Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Dec. 12, 2014 at 12:01 AM Posted Dec. 12, 2014 at 12:01 AM » Social News TIP OF THE WEEK Do you reach for comfort foods or junk food when you’re stressed? You know you shouldn't, but you probably feel you need something to help you during that intense period. With a few tips from culinary experts, you can cut the cravings and find healthy ways to manage nutrition during stressful times. Chef Olivia Smith-Ransome, instructor at the International Culinary School at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, warns that when stressed, one should stay away from caffeine and sugar. Once the rush is gone from sugary, caffeine-packed foods, you're facing a crash unless you continue to eat and drink to keep your body in the high. The best way to attack bad eating choices during a moment of stress is to maintain your body and mind at equilibrium. Before an important interview, presentation or exam, try eating whole foods and complete meals, and forget about the bag of cookies. — Brandpoint NUMBER TO KNOW 20: Studies show it can take as long as 20 minutes for your stomach to communicate with your brain that it is full. Sometimes your brain can be tricked into thinking it still needs food. At those times, it’s best to drink water to gauge how hungry you really are. — More Content Now CHILDREN’S HEALTH Milk is key in children’s diets, and is a top contributor of many important nutrients. Children over the age of 2 should be offered lower-fat options such as 1 percent and skim instead of whole milk to limit saturated fat intake. Studies show whole milk and cheese are contributing to excessive saturated fat and sodium in young children's diets. — Brandpoint SENIOR HEALTH Keep it moving: According to the National Institute on Aging, seniors who exercise regularly can potentially reduce their risk of developing a number of diseases. Seniors suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease can especially benefit from regular walks, in addition to making an effort to take the stairs or spend time outside raking the leaves. — More Content Now NEW RESEARCH Experts agree that the food babies eat helps set the stage for growth and development, but did you know that it also impacts long-term eating habits and taste development? Children who consumed fruits and vegetables infrequently and drank sweet drinks during late infancy showed those same habits at age 6, according to new data published in the journal Pediatrics. — Brandpoint MailTribune.com Writer Posted Dec. 12, 2014 at 12:01 AM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501