A healthy balanced diet is a major factor to good overall health, and kidney health is no exception. Avoid fatty and salty food, and eat lots of fresh fruit and vegetables. If you are unsure about what a balanced diet might look like, look at the food groups identified in the food pyramid and go from there. The original food pyramid has been criticised by public health experts, so you may want to look at the more recent healthy eating pyramid which combines healthy eating with weight control. It is very common for people to have diets which exceed the recommended amount of salt, or sodium. Diets which are high in sodium can have particularly bad effects on your kidneys, as a high sodium diet can lead to high blood pressure. Over time, having high blood pressure will damage your kidneys and could make you more vulnerable to serious kidney problems. Talk to your doctor about the right level of sodium intake for you. Climate and personal health can impact how much salt your body needs, so always check with a doctor first. Choosing fresh rather than packaged foods will most likely mean that you are consuming less sodium. When buying pre-packaged food, keep an eye out for those labeled 'no added salt' or something similar. Get into the habit of reading food labels and finding out the sodium levels in foods. The most important thing is to have a balanced and healthy diet, but there are some foods out there which are particularly beneficial for your kidneys and kidney function. Foods with antioxidants, typically fruit and vegetables, can be a boost to your overall health and your kidneys. Some of the best ones to ensure you have regularly on your shopping list are cabbage and cauliflower, berries (especially cranberries), red bell peppers, and onions. Although cranberries are very good for you, cranberry juice you buy in a carton might have an awful lot of sugar in. Asparagus is thought to be especially good for the kidneys. It can change the color and smell of your urine, though, so don't be alarmed if that happens.

Summary: Eat a balanced diet. Lower the amount of salt in your diet. Eat kidney-friendly foods.

All of your child's doodles and crafts are more than masterpieces to hang on the fridge! Doing art encourages expression, color and spatial awareness, creativity, confidence, and many other beneficial skills and qualities. Keep plenty of crayons, markers, colored paper, and other craft supplies around at home. Just remember not to judge your child's work. The point isn't to turn them into Picasso, just to let them explore their creativity in a fun way. Spatial reasoning refers to the ability to visualize things, to understand how things move around and fit together, etc. This kind of reasoning is important for developing both creativity and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills. There are lots of ways to encourage spatial reasoning: Let your child play with blocks, puzzles, and other toys that require movement. Play sports and games outside. Take walks with your child. Let your child explore things like arts and crafts and model building. Children need at least an hour a day to play on their own, but ideally, they will have more. Unstructured play time allows the child to engage in their own imagination. Avoid overloading your child with activities, and let them have some to just play. Blocks, legos, and other building toys are a great way for your child to create something. Encourage your children to dress up and play pretend. Don't be afraid to play with your children. Let them create the scenario, and act along with it.

Summary: Encourage your little artist. Develop your child's spatial reasoning skills. Give your child plenty of unstructured play time.

Your boss might need some time to think over whether to accept your retraction. Also, you might have given a two weeks' notice, so you still need to work regardless of their decision. During this time, perform at your highest level. Show up to work early and complete all assignments before they are due. Also volunteer to help out other people. You really want to show your boss that you are dedicated to the job. With luck, your boss will welcome you back with open arms. Make sure to express your gratitude and do your best work going forward. If you resigned because you had problems with a coworker or supervisor, make a good faith effort to repair those relationships. Word might have gotten out that you resigned and are trying to get your job back. Don't feed the trolls. Always remain upbeat and answer any coworker questions in a vague way. Soon enough they will move onto something else to gossip about. , if necessary. Remember that your boss doesn't have to keep you after you've submitted your written resignation. Try not to take rejection personally. For example, several weeks might have passed between your resignation and retraction, and your employer might have already promoted someone to your position. They might feel awkward keeping you. Refuse to badmouth your boss or anyone else in the company. Instead, always speak positively of your experience while working there. You might be in a tight financial position without a job. Increase your odds of landing something quickly by using all available resources, such as your state's employment office. Start the process by updating your resume and asking your network if they know of any jobs available. You might need to use your employer as a reference. Be sure to get their permission before you leave.

Summary: Continue to work hard. Show gratitude if you're allowed to stay. Avoid gossip. Leave with grace Start your job search quickly.

People tend to show you the very best of themselves during the early stages of a relationship. Chances are that your new partner isn't going exhibit behavior towards you that reveals his or her tendency to blame others, to have a sense of entitlement, or view themselves as superior. However, you'll have a better chance of observing the individual exhibit or communicate this type of behavior with others.Pay attention because if you don't, you'll probably be next. The blaming partner makes it appear that others are at fault for the negative feelings and misfortune. You'll find yourself thinking that you are awesome compared to the other folks they've dated in the past. For example, your partner might say, "My last boyfriend was such a downer. We could never have an enjoyable outing. I'm so glad you're not like them." A partner with a sense of entitlement might make a statement such as, "With all that money I spent on my ex girlfriend on all those expensive dates, I deserved to have sex any time that I wanted it!" Be aware that you will likely suffer emotional abuse from an entitled individual because they view their needs and desires to be more important than yours. A partner with a sense of superiority has the potential of being an emotionally abusive partner. They gain their feelings of superiority by making others appear to be inferior. For example, to show their superiority over a coworker, they might say, "He doesn't deserve that promotion. He only attended some little university that know one ever even heard of. I graduated from an ivy league college, for goodness sakes." Date rape occurs when the assailant and victim are familiar with each other in some way. There's a very small number of men who commit the majority of date rapes. Typically, these men target women when they are most vulnerable, such as under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or when they are alone. When you are on a date, avoid drinking to the point of intoxication or being under the influence of drugs. It is best to never leave your drinks unattended to prevent your drink from being spiked with roofies, commonly referred to as date rape drugs. Trust your instincts. Your instincts are there to protect you, so don't ignore them. If you are uncomfortable about the place your partner is taking you or the way your partner is acting or behaving, get out of the situation. If you are in a secluded area, try and move to a place with other people, or call someone who can come and pick you up.
Summary: Pay attention to red flags. Recognize the potential blamer. Keep an eye out for feelings of entitlement. Avoid partner with inflated egos. Lessen the chances of becoming a victim of sexual assault.