If you’ve ever noticed a short-haired star change her look to long locks relatively quickly, then you’ve seen hair extensions. A few strategically placed strands can mimic highlights, or larger chunks can make hair appear longer and fuller. In Britney Spears’ case, they can cover up a bad haircut. But…
We live in an incredibly exciting world. “Old” technologies, such as radio and television, and “new” technologies, like the Internet, cellular phones and video games, are combining to bring a new level of information and entertainment into homes. However, there is a downside to all of our technological advances which…
You have made the first decision on the road to becoming a new you. Whether your plastic surgery is elective or reconstructive, you want the best plastic surgeon that you can find at your side during this journey. Finding a great plastic surgeon isn’t an easy task, so you’ll need…
Taking the kids along on a shopping trip can be a treat or a hassle, depending on how you handle things. With a good plan in mind and the right supplies you can turn a dreaded chore into a fun and potentially educational experience. Pre-Planning Your Shopping Trip Before you…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
by Linda Wilson The following are a group of very tasty homemade salad dressings that are quick, easy, and healthy. Perfect for diabetics and dieters, too. Dijon-Lemon Vinaigrette Salad Dressing 3 tbsp water 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tbsp…
It seems like a getaway with just you and your partner would be the perfect way to get intimate, relax and enjoy each other’s company. But for many couples, taking a trip together can be a crapshoot. Having a sense of adventure and wanderlust is a lot of fun, but…
When examining your eating habits, where you eat may be as important as what you eat. If you’re trying to get to the source of stress eating or habitual eating, then examine what you’re doing and where you’re doing it when the binge takes place. For example, if you snack…
Most women don’t give a second thought to cleaning their cosmetics brushes. In reality, those unassuming brushes can be chock-full of bacteria and dirt build-up. By cleaning your brushes, they will last even longer. It will also prevent your cosmetics from becoming contaminated. Using clean brushes will also reduce breakouts…
By Lauren S. Johnson It is no surprise that vitamin D and calcium are responsible for warding off osteoporosis. However, not too many of us are aware of the fact that bone loss can be a result of our daily diet. In today’s hectic society a lot of us are…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
If you just can’t resist rich desserts, know that you are not alone. Everyone craves a sweet treat every now and then but whether you are looking to lose a few pounds, keep a fantastic figure, or can’t eat sugar for medical reasons, searching for a delicious sugar-free dessert can…