Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
How many times have we started a diet, only to have a decrease in blood sugar sabotage our efforts by lunchtime? Sometimes dieting can feel like a double-edged sword. We do everything right. We count calories, fat and carbohydrates and we reduce our sodium. Then why does it sometimes feel…
If it seems like you’re shelling out more and more lately for anti-aging products, acne remedies or dermatological procedures, then take a look around you. We’re talking about the city in which you live. All geographical areas aren’t created equal when it comes to the quality of your skin. If…
With greater acceptance of the LGBT community, young adults and even teenagers are coming out earlier and earlier to their friends, families and even in the workplace. So if you know that you’re gay and are ready to share the news, then there are a few ways to do it….
From Facebook to MySpace, it seems the users are getting smaller and the problems are getting bigger. Although many social networking sites have a minimum age requirement of 13, children often disregard the age limitations altogether. Or they seek out sites that are geared more toward their demographics, but are…
By shrinking the blood vessels in sinuses, nose and chest, it stops drainage and decreases congestion. Phenylpropanolamine reduces a person’s appetite. Often used as an ephedrine substitute, Acutrim is thought to increase metabolism. The cousin of amphetamines, phenylpropanolamine is thought to not only work as an appetite suppressant but also…
by Trent Lorcher In this age of technology, many fitness buffs have forgotten the benefits of old-school workouts. They’ve traded gym shorts for spandex, blacktop for treadmills, and t-shirts for sports bras. If you’ve reached a fitness plateau, want to jump start your fitness routine, or just need to get…
Achieving a natural look with makeup can be tricky, but it’s a look that will never go out of style. While bright lipstick and vibrant eye shadow colors can be fun for a night out, learning how to put together a fresh, natural look can help you hide any imperfections…
The most prominent forms of soy are tofu, soymilk, soy flour, textured soy protein, tempeh and miso. They can be used as substitutes in recipes that are normally made with some sort of animal protein. To favorably impact heart health, the Food and Drug Administration recommends 25 grams of soy…
The Hanukkah festivities are in full swing. You may be tempted to indulge in those typical holiday foods, but look at these numbers before you leap into a plate of gourmet goodies. Hanukkah lasts for eight days, and most of the traditional foods are fried in oil to honor the…
Decades ago, vegetarianism was considered something of a fringe lifestyle, reserved for hippies and Buddhist monks. Those days are long gone. As more Americans focus on green living and conscious consumerism, vegetarianism is becoming a widely accepted and even celebrated way of life for people of all ages. If your…