Here’s an eye-opening fact on getting some shut-eye. A recent study published in the British Medical Journal found that people who don’t get enough sleep actually look less attractive, less healthy and more tired that their well-rested counterparts. Researcher John Axelsson says that getting those Zzzzz’s is one of the…
There are many different schools of thought on the concept of daily weigh-ins. While some weight loss experts believe it can actually hinder, not help, the losing process, others promote the idea of stepping on the scale every day. A study conducted by the University of Minnesota showed that people…
Although weight loss is not the main focus of the diet, it is a welcomed side effect. Supposedly, when eating in harmony with your blood type, you will also lessen your risk for heart disease, liver damage, diabetes, cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Obviously, you will need to find out…
One of the tried and true organization and time-management tools is the trusty old “to do” list. I was trained to diligently put one together at the end of the day for the following day, and whatever tasks I failed to complete, to carry it forward. This system has worked…
Give yourself a hand when it comes to sexuality. Masturbation is normal, healthy and a good way to figure out what you enjoy and don’t enjoy during sex. It helps to guide a partner to create more enjoyment for both of you. But there still is a stigma attached to…
Style & Beauty / Product Reviews
The cool temperatures bring with them the perfect opportunity for us to spruce up our wardrobes with a little bit of flair and individuality. When you’re just not in the mood to wiggle into those skinny jeans, you can don a whole new look with the right pair of tights….
When your children are crying their hearts out, the first things that will shut them up are their toys. If you give them their toys while they are having their tantrums, they forget about where they are and just do what they do best: play. This piece of information proves…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
Do you feel like you are always rushing around, leaving little time for kitchen duties? If you follow my blog, you know I believe in cutting back on trips to the drive thru and encourage more home-cooked meals and family dinners. I know it isn’t always easy, so here are…
We’ve learned early on in life that it’s better to win, and in order to win, we need to be competitive. Although this attitude works well in sports and games, it can rear its ugly head in a romantic relationship. Too much competition can cause both partners to constantly try…
Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
Pancakes are easy and almost foolproof. But there are some tricks to making them perfect. We’d like to share those tips: 1. Use a low-gluten flour. We like to use unbleached pastry flour in our recipes-that’s what our mixes are made with-but all purpose flour will do. Bread flour makes…