Blind dates: They’re the butt of comedians’ jokes, a nightmare when you’re single or perhaps – and we wouldn’t hold our breath on this one – how some meet their true love. When friends want to play matchmaker for their single buddies, there are a few rules of thumb that…
Whether they break, split, have ridges or have been subjected to acrylics, weak nails are not a pretty sight. It’s difficult to keep polish on nails that flake or break easily, but there is hope. One major cause of weak nails is wetting nails. Frequent handwashers often complain about having…
Good nutrition is important for children to develop healthy minds and bodies. Getting an early start on good nutrition is a key factor in helping children learn to enjoy the taste of foods that are good for them. However, it is never too late to start your children on a…
Ahh…there’s really no better way to show some love to a stressed-out significant other than with a soothing massage. The power of touch can do wonders not only to soothe strained muscles, but also to calm the mind. Massages boost energy and increase concentration, so it’s great for workaholics and…
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Rough Skin Skin is a lot like life. We want it to be smooth, but everyone hits a rough patch now and then. Rough skin can be caused by a various things, and depending on the cause of your rough skin, may need the care of a dermatologist with methods…
Fatigue…Weight gain…Depression…Hair loss… They are common symptoms to an underlying health problem, one that leaves many women asking “Do I have an underactive thyroid?” The answer is — it’s quite possible. An underactive thyroid can cause many health problems. Hypothyroidism is more common than you might think — up to…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
by Jennifer Mae Summer is grilling season and time to break out the burgers. Plain old hamburgers won’t do this summer. So be creative! Surprise your family and friends with a hamburger loaded down with fabulous taste. Look for unique toppings, mix-ins and condiments for your heavenly hamburgers. Here are…
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Dressings make a huge difference in the healthfulness of a salad and how good it tastes. It doesn’t take much to adopt healthy salad dressings — these tasty additions may encourage you incorporate more greens into your meals. But before you learn how to make healthy dressings, here’s the truth…
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by Kari Nichols Eating is something we all do — when we’re hungry, when it’s meal time or when we’re bored. Dining is the delight we take in eating some special, tasty, wonderful food, not just a boring fulfillment of a growling stomach or necessary nutrition. Those who love food…
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The tandoori masala and curry of India, the oregano and thyme of the Middle East, the anise and ginger root of China, the mustard of France, or the Japanese poppy seed. Spices have been valued by men throughout history, and trading them is one of the world’s oldest professions. They…