An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Carrots are good for the eyes. Fish is brain food. Widespread health myths such as these can skew even the most educated mind when it comes to eating right. Some have validity, while others have yet to be proven. A few of these myths have been proven true.… 1 Comment

When walking, or sometimes stumbling, into the local La Bamba in Uptown Normal, the one thing hungry customers can always be sure of is that there will be fast and friendly service, a clean atmosphere and delicious fresh Mexican food. La Bamba is a chain of fresh, fast Mexican restaurants with over 26 locations focusing mainly on the Midwest.… Post the First Comment

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) - Devotees of the Atkins diet may be surprised to learn that pasta won't necessarily increase their weight, according to research by a University of Virginia professor who instead found such foods could make them healthier. A recent study conducted by Kinesiology Prof.… Post the First Comment

Bloomington-Normal residents looking to stock their fridges and cabinets with food for the week can find a chain grocery store every few miles. But only one store in the area can guarantee that its food is grown naturally and can even pinpoint exactly where most of its products came from.… Post the First Comment

MILWAUKEE (AP) - You're eagerly saving your paychecks, having graduated, entered the real world and finally moved beyond that college apartment, complete with messy roommates. You're getting your own apartment or condo, but what will go in it? For the young professional on a budget, this decision requires some thought and planning.… Post the First Comment

(U-WIRE) FULLERTON, Calif. - With obtaining a diploma a constant distraction the last several years, Gabriel Farfan's focus during his time at Cal State Fullerton had always been diverted on classes. Now in his senior year, he is learning there is a lot more to making it to 65 and a happy, healthy retirement.… Post the First Comment

(U-WIRE) SAN MARCOS, Texas - When 60-year-old Michael Hansen and his wife were waiting for the birth of his second daughter in 1971, he was scared stiff. To calm his nerves, he picked up his wife's Reader's Digest magazine, which happened to have an article on the ancient Chinese art of bonsai.… Post the First Comment

NEW YORK (AP) - Sarah Silverman is answering a reporter's question during lunch at an open-air restaurant when a car alarm goes off. She persists a few moments as the car horn throbs. Then, in an exaggerated whisper, she pretends to shout an ultimatum at the horn: "Shut! Up!!!" An instant later, the horn stops.… Post the First Comment

(U-WIRE) LINCOLN, Neb. - In light of the events that occurred at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, some government officials want to make it easier for universities to talk to the parents of students who may have mental health issues. Rep.… Post the First Comment

Today's Birthday (10-10-07). You're very inquisitive this year, and very intelligent. Learn how to do something nobody's ever done before. To get the advantage, check the day's rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging. Aries (March 21-April 19) Today is a 7 - The lesson the New Moon conveys is "You're Not In This Alone.… Post the First Comment