Sometimes we all need a reminder that we’re beautiful, inside and out. So when you’re feeling down on yourself, it’s helpful to have a little motivation right at your fingertips. Why not use that smartphone to help you feel great about yourself, no matter where you are? You can get…
If you’ve had a lot going on lately and suspect that your looks are suffering as a result of stress, then you may be right. Think about it: nails splitting faster than you can file, pimple breakouts, dark circles under your eyes, thinning hair…if any of these issues sound familiar,…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
So you want to buy organic without breaking the bank? If you’re not able to buy all organic produce, you can pick and choose to maximize health benefits. In general, fruits and vegetables with thin, edible skins will pass on more pesticides and herbicides to the consumer. Those with thick,…
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…
Sure, it feels great to get pampered at a spa by having your face exfoliated, cleaned and massaged. But can’t you get all those treatments at home for a fraction of the cost? The short answer is yes, and doing your own treatments has quite a few other benefits, too….
By Pat Barone Successful weight management requires a lifestyle change that includes healthy eating patterns and lots of activity. Making far-reaching changes may be even more challenging if you are involved in relationships that promote or support an unhealthy approach to eating and exercise. For example, does your best friend…
Looking for a great workout while you’re vacationing this summer? Taking a sunset or sunrise jog on the beach sounds pretty simple, doesn’t it? While there’s no doubt that working out in the sand provides great fitness benefits and unbeatable scenery, there are some steps you need to take to…
Food & Recipes / Food Product Reviews
Should you go green? That is the question. We’re not talking about a quest for conservation. We’re talking about the heavily-hyped Debbie Meyer Green Bags that are supposed to increase the longevity of fruits and vegetables. So do they really work? We put these bags to the test. My husband…
Perhaps one of the most confusing and embarrassing times of a person’s life is when they begin undergoing puberty. The best way to handle it with your kids is to be prepared. Don’t expect your kids to feel comfortable asking you any and all questions about the changes their bodies…
While you don’t want to be a high-strung parent who is paranoid of danger lurking behind every corner, it is critical to your child’s safety and well-being that you educate yourself about your house’s danger zones. It’s a good idea to go through your home every few months and evaluate…