Hair ye, hair ye. Did you know that the right haircut can actually make it appear as if you’ve trimmed away some of those extra pounds? It’s true. A face-flattering hairstyle will leave you looking as if you just stepped out of the salon… and the gym. It’s all about…
To procreate or pass on the progeny? That is the question for a lot of couples who are considering expanding their families. Most kids are brought up believing they will – or at least should – have children when they grow up. That pressure is higher for many women, obviously…
With the advent of new technology and more ways to share your life on social media than ever, it’s inevitable that those images, messages and emails can be shared with anyone and everyone in your circles. That’s a good thing when you need to circulate important information or just reconnect…
These days, it’s hard to turn on the television for more than fifteen minutes without seeing at least one commercial talking about weight loss. However, when you get right down to it, more than weight loss is important, the key is making lifestyle changes – eating more nutritious foods and…
Gel manicures are all the rage at salons everywhere because of their durability and speedy drying time, not to mention the fact that they’re less damaging than acrylics. But you don’t have to shell out the $30 or more every two weeks for a pro job. Beauty stores like Ulta…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
Experts constantly say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Studies have even shown that those who eat a healthy breakfast are less likely to overeat the rest of the day. It puts you in a better mood, gives you more energy and starts out your day…
Years and years of worshipping the sun – or just a mere few sunburns over the years – can cause age spots. They’re flat, freckle-like spots that appear on body parts that tend to be exposed to the sun most, such as hands, arms and the face, and fair-skinned people…
Microwave popcorn might be an on-the-go dieter’s best friend. It’s a convenient, sometimes lower-calorie salty snack option. It’s a whole grain, and it offers plenty of fiber per serving, which fills you up. And it’s certainly better than the movie theater’s fat- and salt-laden offerings. But microwave popcorn is far…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
by B. StoneMaguire Acai (pronounced ah-SAH-ee) is a small, dark purple berry indigenous to the Amazon. The berries look like a cross between a blueberry and a grape but are actually quite different in structure, flavor and nutrition. Acai fruit grows in profusion in grape-like clusters on the tall, lean…
When using the equipment at the gym, make sure you’ve properly adjusted it to fit your height and shape. This reduces your risk of injury and makes the exercise more effective. From the stair climber to the rowing machine, each and every machine has a specific function. In order to…