Protect Your Teen Driver on the Road DRIVE TO SURVIVE
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for American teenagers, and Missouri is the second- most dangerous state in the nation for teen drivers.
old. These older teens are almost three times more likely to crash per mile driven than drivers age 20 and older. Teenage boys are at particular risk, crashing three times more often than girls. Parents can reduce teen-driving risks by restricting the most risky activities. The most dangerous times for teen drivers are at night or on weekends, the CDC says. Having teenage passengers in the car puts young drivers in greater jeopardy. So does violating some very basic safety rules. More than half of teens age 16–19 killed in vehicle accidents were not wearing a seat belt at the time. Also, 29% of older teens killed on the road had been drinking. Using alcohol or marijuana before driving impairs a user’s judgment, motor coordination, decision-making, and reaction time.
Montana was rated the most dangerous state, according to WalletHub, a personal finance
Parents also can educate their teens about the huge responsibility driving entails. A wrong decision can result in serious harm to others, including people your teenager cares about most. Emphasize to your child the importance of paying attention, wearing a seat belt, and never driving impaired or while using a cellphone. Parents also should exercise judgment regarding their child’s impulsivity, restricting driving privileges for kids who aren’t able to put safety first. Above all, parents can set a good example of safe driving themselves!
company. The rating was based on 23 metrics including accident statistics, driving laws, and insurance-premium penalties for risky behavior. In recognition of January as Teen Driving Awareness Month, this is a good time to reflect on how parents can help ensure their teens’ safety when they get behind the wheel. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), crash risk is highest among teens 16–19 years
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INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic, cumin, black pepper, oregano, salt, chipotle chilies, and adobo sauce. 2. Drain the block of tofu and gently squeeze out the extra liquid using paper towels. Then, crumble tofu using your hands, add to mixing bowl, and toss to coat with spices. 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes. 4. Add tofu crumbles and cook for 6 minutes. Add salsa and cook for 1–2 minutes. 5. Fill serving bowls with quinoa. Layer tofu taco meat over the quinoa, then top with extra salsa and other garnishes like lime juice, jalapeños, cilantro, avocado, and sliced radishes.
• 1 tsp onion powder • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1 tsp black pepper • 1 tsp dried oregano or epazote • 1/2 tsp salt • 2 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, chopped • 2 tbsp adobo sauce • 16 oz extra firm tofu • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 cup diced yellow onion • 2 cups cooked quinoa • 1/2 cup salsa of choice
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