Vegetarianism has come a long way, baby. With more people going meatless – at least for some meals – the options for replacing meat have become tastier and more varied. White, flabby tofu isn’t the only protein option for people who are looking to reduce or eliminate meat in their…
By Peter Rodrick Basically, osteoporosis means porous bones. In the Greek it translates as “passages through bones.” (This makes perfect sense if you look at the images of osteoporotic bone as opposed to normal bone.) Osteoporosis is a silent disease in that there is no physical sensation associated with it….
There’s something about Halloween that gets everybody into the spirit of the season. It’s the inaugural event that ushers in the holidays. Unlike Thanksgiving and Christmas, Halloween is way more laid back with a focus on the fun. Make the most of this autumn celebration by enjoying the entertaining outdoor…
Your face gets pretty clean when you follow the same steps you always have, right? Wet your face, slap on some cleanser and splash clean? Keeping your skin clean and in top condition is as simple as that, but there may be some steps you’re missing along the way. Read…
Have you lost your motivation to work out? Getting stuck in a fitness rut is a common cause of the exercise doldrums that might cause you to skip your workout routine completely and fall back into unhealthy habits. Still, there are dozens of ways to freshen up your workout routine…
Whether it’s been a few minutes, a few months or even a few years, it can be pretty shocking if you’re a woman who’s dated a man who comes out as gay after the relationship ends. Then again, maybe it didn’t come as much of a surprise. Either way, you…
You’ve been clocking in extra hours at the gym and watching your diet, but that scale refuses to budge. The dreaded weight-loss plateau can happen to even the most committed dieter and fitness buff, but you don’t have to stay stuck there forever. Here are some simple tips and strategies…
A woman proposing to her man isn’t just a phenomenon we see on shows like Friends and Sex and the City anymore. Close to 10 percent of proposals are from women to men, and most guys are receptive to a woman’s proposal, according to iVillage. So should you propose to…
To work out or not to work out — that’s the question. Many people don’t know the facts when it comes to exercising while ill. Some experts maintain there is some truth to the notion that working out when sick will make you feel better. However, they recommend activities that…
Simmons himself battled the bulge when he reached 268 pounds. Through diet and fitness, Simmons tackled his own weight loss demons in 1973 and lost 123 pounds. It wasn’t long after that he founded Slimmons, a Beverly Hills health club that caters to individuals of all sizes. Determined to help…