Food & Recipes / Healthy Bytes
by Cherise James On a dark, cold evening, I walk into my home with cold hands, cold feet and cold nose. The whole family is ready to chase away the chill with something hot to drink. If I ask them what they want, there will be a chorus of, “Hot…
Shapewear is a lifesaver for women who need a smooth silhouette under form-fitting garments. Skinny jeans and jeggings are still in style, and they offer the slimming illusion, too. But when you wear tight pants and shapewear, you might be getting more than you bargained for. It turns out you…
The United States is clearly the fattest nation in the world. According to world obesity statistics, 30.6 percent of Americans are obese. Running a close second is Mexico, with 24.2 percent, and coming in third is the United Kingdom with an even 23 percent. These obesity statistics represent individuals of…
February is Responsible Pet Owners’ Month, and what better way to train your kids than to put them in charge of man’s best friend? While one of the main goals of this month is to encourage pet owners to spay or neuter their pets, the general theme is to encourage…
The way you dry your hair and the tools you use matter when it comes to your overall style. So when you’re looking for a new hair dryer, there are a few things to consider. First, start with your own hair. Is it damaged? If so, it’ll take less time…
It’s never too early to start teaching your children about the value of heart health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated one in every four deaths can be attributed to heart disease. February marks National Heart Health month, and it’s important to teach your children…
Is your new love interest ready to get serious or just jerking you around? There are plenty of ways to tell if he wants to take it to the next level or is simply satisfied keeping things casual. If you want to know if your new romance is going to…
Food & Recipes / Food How to 101
A sizzling, succulent steak; just the thought of one makes your mouth water. But how hard it is to properly prepare the best beef? You can surely get a sublime grilled steak at a fancy steakhouse, but how many times have you been disappointed with the steaks at a friend…
There’s a hypothetical witching hour for dieters – sometime in the evening is when most “experts” say you shouldn’t put anything else in your mouth until morning. But if you’re famished after dinner, should you really starve yourself? Nope. In fact, the right midnight snack can keep you from overeating…
Nothing captures memories and powerful moments more than a photograph. You don’t have to be a professional photographer in order to snap the perfect family picture. You can add life and interest to your family pictures with these tips. Taking Pictures at Different Levels Typically, adults stand up when taking…