Crunchy, stiff, straw-like, breakable, fried: do any of these describe your hair? It can be easy to find yourself with a headful of damaged tresses. So what can you do? Damaged hair isn’t a lost cause and by trying these remedies you may be on your way to shiny, healthy…
Is it just me or does it get more and more difficult every year to find those special gifts that stand apart from the traditional mall fodder as unique or original? A candle — even for a candle lover — seems predictable, overdone and just plain blah after so many…
It’s a parent’s worst nightmare. We’re talking about back over injuries. According to the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, at least one child a week dies as a result of being accidentally backed over by a family vehicle. Even more tragic is that it’s often a family member who is…
In the age of texting, e-mail, Facebook and other forms of communication that teens have available, it can be hard for parents to keep up with all those cryptic abbreviations. But your child’s life might depend on you deciphering them. Would you know what “robotripping on DXM” would mean? Or…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Farmers markets have recently grown in popularity. But with so many options for fresh fruits and vegetables, it can be overwhelming when it comes to choosing produce. Knowing what’s in season is a useful tool for deciding what will taste great. Spring As winter gives way to spring, leaves of…
Relationships are all about give and take. But when one partner does more giving and less taking, then that person isn’t getting what he or she needs out of the relationship. Get the balance right by gauging whether or not you’re entitled to much more in a relationship. Often, low…
A natural appetite suppressant that looks like a cactus, Hoodia gordonii has been used by African tribesmen to fight off hunger on long trips for centuries. It has also been touted by the Bushmen as a treatment for abdominal cramping, hemorrhoids, tuberculosis, indigestion and diabetes. The authentic Hoodia is culled…
Feel like you’re ready to kick butt with your fitness regimen? Then add a cardio kickboxing class to your fitness repertoire. You’ll get a leg up on feeling physically fit by engaging in a workout that’s a combination of aerobic and resistance training. We’re talking about cardio kickboxing, a workout…
By Michael Lee Happiness is a state of mind. Although certain circumstances can’t help but affect you, the decision to laugh or cry remains yours to be made. So instead of drowning in sorrow, why not teach yourself how to become a happy person? Turning your frown upside down comes…
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…