Times are tough, even on those who are trying to show their mates a good time. So why not take your significant other on a cheap date? It’s not as awful as it sounds – money can’t buy love, right? There are tons of fun things to do when you’re…
Being too busy for romantic grand gestures is unfortunately a fact of life for many couples, and it’s one that can spell a relationship’s downfall. If you feel like the romantic spark and those little gestures that tell each other you care have all but disappeared from your relationship, then…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
by Ysabel J. Doran Before you throw that jar of fat-free mayo or those fat-free muffins in your shopping cart, thinking they’ll help you lose weight, consider this — fat does not make you fat. It sounds like a paradox, but in fact, it makes perfect sense. Fat on your…
Food & Recipes / Food Product Reviews
Breakfast sandwiches are great until you factor in all the steps: toasting, egg poaching/frying, breakfast meat prep, etc. No wonder there’s such a line at the drive-thru in the morning. It’s easy to pick up a greasy McMuffin — but most people don’t want to take the time to prepare…
Whether you’re venturing out on a first date or sneaking away with your husband for a night without the kids, a date night doesn’t have to break the bank. There are many outings you can try that are high in fun and low in price. Finding just the right activity…
As opposed to the Atkins Nutritional Approach, the Total Wellbeing Diet is low in calories and low in fat. It’s also a diet rich in fruit and vegetables. Beans, lentils and chickpeas replace bread. The CSIRO diet calls for 3.5 ounces of meat at lunch and 7 ounces at dinner…
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…
If you’re thinking about doing all your holiday shopping on Black Friday, Cyber Monday or any other time this weekend, then you may be wondering if you’re getting the absolute best deal on the things you need or the things you’d like to give for the upcoming holidays. If you’re…
Whether you’re considering being in a relationship with a person or simply having a casual interaction with them, there are certain signs you shouldn’t ignore if you suspect potential problems. Experts say never to ignore that “inner voice” that throws up red flags when interacting with someone. Your subconscious may…
It’s hard to think about your significant other having a romantic life outside of the one you share with him or her, but there’s no changing the fact that there were others who came before you. It’s tough dealing with those who your love stays in touch with, but it…