Daily Tips: Sunday September 18, 2005

Health and Diet
The first mechanical process of pressing olives yields the robust "virgin" olive oil. Virgin olive oil is best used in recipes that require minimal heating, as in dressings, marinades, or dips. To maintain flavor and freshness, store it away from direct sunlight. And remember, though it contains heart-healthy fats, it still has 45 calories per teaspoon. A small amount goes a long way.

Fitness:
Relieve stress and neck pain. Sitting in a relaxed position, tilt your ear to your shoulder without rotating your head. Hold, relax and repeat 10 to 15 times. Add gentle resistance with your hand, releasing and then stretching a little further.