Wellness is more than just what you eat or how much you exercise. It also means how much and how well you rest. New data suggests that most Americans are not getting the quality rest they need. Meridian Zerner, a registered dietician with the Cooper Clinic in Dallas talks about the importance of taking this data seriously.

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Wellness is more than just what you eat or how much you exercise. It also means how much and how well you rest. <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health-news/over-half-of-americans-arent-getting-enough-sleep-heres-why">New data suggests</a> that most Americans are not getting the quality rest they need. Meridian Zerner, a registered dietician with the Cooper Clinic in Dallas talks about the importance of taking this data seriously.
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Most Americans don't get quality rest, study finds

The North Texas Food Bank says the state now leads the nation in "food insecurity." The relief organization, Hunger America, now says 16.4% of Texans now face hunger, a greater percentage than California.

The North Texas Food Bank says the state now leads the nation in "food insecurity." The relief organization, Hunger America, now says 16.4% of Texans now face hunger, a greater percentage than California.

North Texas Food Bank says need is growing as pandemic programs run out

The 40th Annual Main Street Fest, A Craft Brew Experience presented by Bank of the West is coming to Grapevine this weekend! Everything from live music performances to family activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. 

Joining us on the KRLD Afternoon News is Elizabeth Schrack our Director of Communications. 

40 years? How do you continue to bring the best to this event year after year?

That's Elizabeth Schrack on KRLD.

The 40th Annual Main Street Fest – A Craft Brew Experience presented by Bank of the West is in Grapevine, Texas May 17, 18 and 19. For more information on all the fun and to secure your tickets in advance head to MainStFest.com.

The 40th Annual Main Street Fest, A Craft Brew Experience presented by Bank of the West is coming to Grapevine this weekend! Everything from live music performances to family activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Joining us on the KRLD Afternoon News is Elizabeth Schrack our Director of Communications. 40 years? How do you continue to bring the best to this event year after year?
That's Elizabeth Schrack on KRLD. The 40th Annual Main Street Fest – A Craft Brew Experience presented by Bank of the West is in Grapevine, Texas May 17, 18 and 19. For more information on all the fun and to secure your tickets in advance head to MainStFest.com.

40th Annual Main Street Fest coming to Grapevine this weekend!

Camp Sweeney, a unique haven for children with type 1 diabetes, is urgently calling for community support this year to continue its life-changing programs. Dr. Ernie Fernandez, pediatrician and diabetes specialist at Children's Health also serves as the volunteer camp director. Dr. Fernandez has dedicated 40 years to ensuring that kids with this challenging condition can experience normalcy and fun each summer.

<a href="https://www.campsweeney.org/">Camp Sweeney</a>, a unique haven for children with type 1 diabetes, is urgently calling for community support this year to continue its life-changing programs. <a href="https://www.childrens.com/doctor-profile/ernesto-m-fernandez">Dr. Ernie Fernandez</a>, pediatrician and diabetes specialist at Children's Health also serves as the volunteer camp director. Dr. Fernandez has dedicated 40 years to ensuring that kids with this challenging condition can experience normalcy and fun each summer.

Most Americans don't get quality rest, study finds

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