Top 10 Ways to Prevent Obesity in Kids

Top 10 Ways to Prevent Obesity in Kids

Moms / Nutrition

I’m sure you’ve seen the dire reports about childhood obesity becoming rampant in America. It’s a scary thing and not an experience any of us wish upon our children. Preventing obesity can be easy and empowering for children. Give them control over their bodies. Teach them to tune in to…

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Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire

Where There’s Smoke, There’s Fire

Moms / Mom Tips

How your family would react if your home were to catch fire is an unpleasant — but necessary — thought. Everyone , down to even the smallest member, should be accounted for when educating the family about what to do in a fire. First, it’s important to understand safety procedures….

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What Not to Say During a Hookup

What Not to Say During a Hookup

Love / Love Tips

Whether you’ve been out with a new guy a few times or just once, when things start getting hot and heavy in the bedroom, there are a few ways to kill the mood – fast. Say the wrong thing, and the intimacy can come to a shrieking halt. So here…

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7 Deadly Skin Sins

7 Deadly Skin Sins

Style & Beauty / Beauty tips

No matter your age or skin type, there are a few things that should never happen to your delicate skin. Commit one of these seven deadly skin sins, and you’ll pay the price in blemishes, wrinkles, skin cancer and more. First, if you’re a smoker, kick the habit for your…

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5 Causes of Diabetes: Are You at Risk?

5 Causes of Diabetes: Are You at Risk?

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

Obesity…High blood pressure and poor cholesterol…Insulin resistance…Smoking…Pregnancy…  They are more than common health woes. They also happen to be five factors that raise the risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), an estimated 25.9 million people in the U.S. have diabetes, and another 79…

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Concerns About Coffee?

Concerns About Coffee?

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Millions of us can’t start the day without a cup of joe – or several. Studies show that coffee is Americans’ primary source of antioxidants. But the news about java isn’t all good. Coffee has several negative health effects, and it’s obviously addictive. Here are a few reasons to try…

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The Spice of a Healthy Life

The Spice of a Healthy Life

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

When it comes to spicing up your food, you don’t always need to rely on salt, sugar and other unhealthy ingredients to kick your dishes up a notch. There are plenty of health-enhancing herbs and spices that do the job. Not only do they offer palate-pleasing flavors, but they also…

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Is It Time for A Couples-Only Vacation?

Is It Time for A Couples-Only Vacation?

Moms / Mom Tips

Going away with kids isn’t a vacation; it’s a trip. Okay, so maybe that’s a little extreme. But any parent will cop to the fact that taking kids to a destination usually requires more work than play. More often than not, there’s little time for rest and relaxation. When was…

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Eggcellent Tips to Dye For

Eggcellent Tips to Dye For

Moms / Mom Tips

Dyeing Easter eggs isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, especially if you aren’t seasoned to the tricks of the trade. If your expertise doesn’t go beyond purchasing a pack of PAAS, then it’s time to add a bit of color to the process. Even the most novice egg dyer…

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