5 Causes of Diabetes: Are You at Risk?

5 Causes of Diabetes: Are You at Risk?

Diet & Fitness / Wellness

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…

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Can You Stay Home?

Can You Stay Home?

Moms / Parenting

One of the first things you have to figure out when you realize that you want to stay home with your kids is whether or not you can afford to do so. You are probably used to living on two incomes, so making the switch to a single income may…

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6 Worst-Dressed Celebrities

6 Worst-Dressed Celebrities

Style & Beauty / Fashion

Do you know who would be voted “Worst-Dressed” in the Hollywood star yearbook? Celebrities are often the pioneers of the fashion world. From trendsetters to designers, if you’re a musician, actor, or filmmaker you can make waves on the big screen with your talent or on the red carpet with…

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The Telltale Signs of a Fad Diet

The Telltale Signs of a Fad Diet

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

So you’re ready to embark on a weight-loss journey. You want something fairly easy and painless – who doesn’t? But when you decide to lose weight, it’s important to examine diet plans to see if they fall into the “fad diet” category. The bottom line is if a diet isn’t…

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Detanglers

Detanglers

Style & Beauty / Product Reviews

If you have childhood memories of having your hair detangled after a bath, it probably wasn’t the most pleasant experience, even if your mom tried her best to be gentle. Some people have more tangle-prone hair than others, and if you’re one of those people, you’re probably still struggling with…

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Tony Little’s Gazelle

Tony Little’s Gazelle

Diet Reviews / Other

His home gyms allow people to lose weight, tone their muscles and improve cardio health in one easy workout. Another perk is being able to consult with a personal trainer card after purchasing one of Tony Little’s machines. The Gazelle is an exercise system that uses both power pistons and…

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Redefining Balance

Redefining Balance

Moms / Mom Time

It’s crunch time. Not at work-work, though. At mom-work. It’s the countdown to my daughter’s school musical. And in school theater world, that’s what we call a crazy busy week. So … as I sit here at the school late in the evening waiting for rehearsal to end … after…

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The 5 Worst Places to Meet a Guy

The 5 Worst Places to Meet a Guy

Love / Love Tips

There are plenty of places where single guys hang out. That doesn’t mean it’s where you should expect to find one who’s ready for a long-term relationship, however. So here are some places where you’re not likely to find Mr. Right…unless you’re looking for Mr. Right Now, perhaps. It goes…

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15 Minutes A Day Keeps The Fat Away

15 Minutes A Day Keeps The Fat Away

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

It can be hard to find the time to exercise. The motivation to exercise may be even harder to find when you’re busy and exhausted from lack of sleep. But without activity, your body, mind and spirit will suffer. There are simple ways to incorporate exercise into your busy schedule,…

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