Don’t Turnip Your Nose At This Veggie

Don’t Turnip Your Nose At This Veggie

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

With one third of the calories found in potatoes, the turnip is chock full of nutrients — vitamin C, fiber, folic acid, manganese, copper and panthothenic acid. It’s also an excellent source of vitamins B6, E and riboflavin. A root vegetable, the turnip is low in both fat and calories….

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Summer Daze: Keep ‘Em Busy!

Summer Daze: Keep ‘Em Busy!

Moms / Mom Tips

When the last school bell rings, the cries of “I’m bored!” and “There’s nothing to do!” seem to start almost immediately. And while summer should be a time for the whole family to relax and slow down, that process can be frustrating when you want your kids to enjoy themselves…

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The Sleep and Weight-Loss Connection

The Sleep and Weight-Loss Connection

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Sleeping your way to weight loss sounds like a gimmick, but there is a correlation between how much sleep you get and how lean you are. One study shows that lack of sleep disturbs metabolic and hormonal process, increasing hunger and making it harder to drop those extra pounds. Lack…

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Web Tools to Keep Kids Safe Online

Web Tools to Keep Kids Safe Online

Moms / Parenting

When the Internet first came on the scene way back when, most of us were amazed at the way the new technology would bring so many people and ideas together. We may not have considered that having the Internet in your home was a bit like having an open house…

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7 Ways to Stay Motivated

7 Ways to Stay Motivated

Diet & Fitness / Mind & Body

By Diane Corriette You know what it’s like. You set yourself a goal, something you want to achieve. You are excited and ready to take on the world, and then a few months later you can’t even be bothered to spend 10 minutes working towards achieving it. Well welcome to…

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How Does Relationship Conflict Affect Kids?

How Does Relationship Conflict Affect Kids?

Love / Love Tips

If you have kids and a significant other with whom you have frequent arguments or general conflicts, then it’s time to examine how that conflict affects the kids. Parents fight and families go through rough times, but experts say that the manner in which you handle things, coupled with the…

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Summer Grill Safety

Summer Grill Safety

Moms / Mom Tips

There’s no denying that grilling is thrilling. With summer upon us, ’tis the season to get your grill on. From pool parties to barbecues, it’s just not a summer celebration without a grill. Before you light up your grill – keep this in mind. Almost 60 percent of grill fires…

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Irritating Guy Habits Explained

Irritating Guy Habits Explained

Love / Relationships

Boys will be boys. Unfortunately, that can add up to one big headache for many women. Even the best guys have their flaws and habits that drive us up the wall; however, most man-mistakes aren’t made purely to piss you off. We decode some of guys most mystifying and irritating…

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Food Safety’s No Picnic

Food Safety’s No Picnic

Diet & Fitness / Diet Tips

Summer is a great time to eat al fresco, whether you’re grilling or having a potluck — or both. But besides the bugs, be sure you don’t invite some other unwanted critters to your meal. We’re talking about bacteria that can make you and your fellow picnicgoers sick. Bringing food…

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