Is the Freshman 15 a Myth?

Is the Freshman 15 a Myth?

Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating

by Andrea Francese Every countless high school graduates pack their bags and ready themselves to leave the nest, but the threat of a dreaded weight gain looms. Some suggest that the freshman 15 is merely a myth, but recent studies show that there may be some truth to the notion….

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Eggs: The Perfect Diet Food?

Eggs: The Perfect Diet Food?

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

by Pamela Sosnowski Versatile, packed with nutrients and containing only 75 calories each, eggs may just be one of the most perfect diet foods readily available. Unfortunately, many believe that eggs are a “bad food” and should be avoided: A 2008 survey conducted by the Egg Nutrition Center found that…

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Walk Away the Pounds

Walk Away the Pounds

Diet Reviews / Other

Many people find they have to change their workout according to the weather. They also have a tough time finding the time to make it to the gym. With WATP, you have eliminated the common obstacles that stand between you and a daily workout. All of Sansone’s workouts (she’s sold…

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Cool Summertime Cooking

Cool Summertime Cooking

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

Summertime–and the living is easy! But the kitchen is hot!! It’s time for some cool cooking recipes and tips! 1. Cook outdoors. When you have some time, perhaps on the weekend, grill up several entrees at once. Then freeze and you have your main dishes ready for the next week….

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Tighter Abs Without Crunches

Tighter Abs Without Crunches

Diet & Fitness / Fitness

For great abs, you need two things: A little knowledge and a little action. Start with the knowledge. The first thing you should know is that crunches are a lot of pain for little gain. True, they will shape and tone the outer layer of abdominal muscles but shaping jelly…

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Do a Dry Rub First

Do a Dry Rub First

Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes

The debate on ribs has ended in my home. After years of toil I have finally capitulated and agreed to make ribs the fool proof way every time. Consequently the neighbors, the kids, and family from out of town all place special requests for ribs. To begin preheat your oven…

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Breathe Easy: Home Remedies For Kids’ Colds

Breathe Easy: Home Remedies For Kids’ Colds

Moms / Mom Tips

There’s nothing worse than nursing a sick child back to health. Most parents feeling completely helpless as their little ones cough, sneeze, vomit and wheeze. That’s when it’s time to call in the cavalry – and by cavalry we mean those home remedies that many moms swear by. Although these…

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3 Homemade Christmas Ornaments

3 Homemade Christmas Ornaments

Moms / Mom Tips

Look at just about any Christmas tree, and the most eye-catching ornaments are usually the ones made from scratch. You don’t have to spend a fortune on those store-bought ornaments to make your tree stand out. In fact, you can create some awesome ornaments from scratch right in the comfort…

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