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…
Many women face this dilemma; trying to figure out how to go from the office to a dinner date or a cocktail party without completely reapplying all of their makeup. Going home to wash your face and apply makeup in your bathroom is not always an option, nor is it…
Sometimes, it seems like a divorce came from out of the blue. A seemingly happy couple calls it quits, and their friends and families are left shell-shocked. Obviously, whatever problems caused the divorce were apparent to the couple. It’s hard for those not involved to imagine why a marriage breaks…
While it’s just one factor among many, the food that you put into your body can have an effect on the outside of your body, namely your skin. There are a few foods and drinks you might want to avoid if you’re trying to maintain healthy skin. The five dirtiest…
Introduction Astrology is defined as “the art or practice of determining the supposed influences of the planets and their motions on human affairs and human disposition.” From this practice a horoscope can be produced — a diagram (or chart) of the relative positions of planets and signs of the Zodiac…
by Samantha Stevens Each Sun sign in astrology also has its shadow side, which is why the very first thing I do when I fall in love is grab that person’s birthdate! I want to know how that person is going to treat me once the first bloom of love…
Most people don’t use their freezer enough. However, the freezer can be a dieter’s best friend. If you’re cooking for one, buy produce and meats in bulk and individually package your purchases by serving size. When you plan your menu for the week, you can defrost the pre-packaged staples. If…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
Brewing beer is essentially the process of fermenting grain or fruit over a period of time, the sugars in the grain or fruit will then turn in to alcohol. You can make beer with either the grains or an extract from grain. The way commercial producers make beer is not…
We’d love to be able to take the time to apply an impeccable coat of makeup each morning, but it’s not always realistic. There are so many things grabbing for our attention these days, like making breakfast, getting the kids ready for school, or that office staff meeting you can…
Freshen up with parsley. You probably didn’t know it, but the benefits of fresh parsley go well beyond simply adding color to a plate. This herb is actually enriched with plenty of healing properties – and who can forget the fragrant flavor it adds to foods. The two most popular…