Archive for the ‘Health & Beauty’ Category
Sunday, March 21st, 2010
Beauty matters to all women, but to those who age beautifully, it matters neither too much nor too little. Become less afraid of aging and you will look more beautiful.
By: Vivian Diller Ph.D. with Jill Muir-Sukenick Ph.D., edited by Michele Willens
Face it: there ...
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Sunday, March 7th, 2010
Extra cholesterol can build up in your arteries. When plaque totally blocks an artery carrying blood to the heart, a heart attack occurs.
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in your body and many foods. Your body needs it to work ...
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Sunday, February 14th, 2010
Many men and women wake up one morning at age 40 or 45, look in the mirror and ask themselves, "How did I get so heavy?"
By: Tom Venuto
Do you get fatter in the cold weather? It's a good question right now, and ...
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Sunday, February 14th, 2010
List all the personal traits that give you confidence. Everyone has strengths and weaknesses, and knowing your strengths will help you compensate for your shortcomings.
By: Nikki Stone
As a motivational speaker for Fortune 500 companies and an Olympic gold medalist, I ...
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Sunday, February 7th, 2010
Most heart attacks start slowly with mild pain and discomfort. Don't discount them and assume they are caused by something else.
By: Natasha Morgan
In February you might see many more women wearing red. They are likely promoting the American Heart Association's "Go Red For ...
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Sunday, January 31st, 2010
Experts are finding evidence that omega-3 fatty acids in fish can substantially benefit our body and perhaps even prolong our life.
By: Natasha Morgan
Much has been written about the benefits of eating fish. Researchers have suggested that by eating Omega-3 rich fish two to ...
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Sunday, January 24th, 2010
Boost the brain chemical serotonin to switch off your appetite and turn on a good mood. Serotonin is sunshine for your brain.
By: Judith J. Wurtman, PhD and Nina T. Frusztajer, MD
The long days of winter can cause depression, fatigue, increased appetite, decreased interest in ...
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Sunday, January 17th, 2010
Here are three suggestions for choosing foods that can sustain you from January until the first bunch of locally grown asparagus makes its appearance in spring.
By: Mary Ann Esposito
Ah winter! Fun in the snow making snow angels with the kids, ice skating and ...
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Sunday, January 3rd, 2010
One of the simplest cooking techniques to master is steaming food in a perforated basket suspended above simmering liquid.
By: The weight-loss experts at Mayo Clinic and Donald Hensrud, M.D., M.P.H.
Healthy cooking doesn't mean you have to become ...
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Sunday, January 3rd, 2010
Carbohydrate cravers who consume a sweet or starchy snack are increasing serotonin naturally and blunting their appetite.
By: Judith J. Wurtman, PhD and Nina T. Frusztajer, MD
Serotonin is nature's own appetite suppressant. This powerful brain chemical curbs cravings and shuts off appetite. It ...
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Sunday, December 27th, 2009
After several days of using the "Neti Pot", I noticed a big difference. The mucus that had formed became thinner and my sinus headaches had disappeared.
By: Natasha Morgan
Since his many appearances on the Oprah Winfrey show, Dr. Oz has become well known for ...
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Sunday, December 27th, 2009
A recent study concluded that 89% of cases of diabetes could be prevented through five lifestyle factors including getting above average amounts of exercise.
By: Dr. Jampolis
30 minutes of Gardening = 15 minutes on the treadmill at 3.5 mph
o 150 lb person ...
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Monday, December 21st, 2009
Under stress we naturally crave sweet things but the problem is that nine out of ten times, the sweets we’re craving are calorie laden.
By: Roberta Lee M.D.
The holidays are fast approaching, and with them the promise of festivities, feasts . . . ...
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Sunday, December 20th, 2009
Chocolate is a calorie laden food but the benefits of this treat outweigh the caloric load as long as you keep the portions small.
By: Roberta Lee M.D.
If you love chocolate, you're not alone. It turns out that the average person in the United ...
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Sunday, December 6th, 2009
Open flames from candles, lighters or matches can quickly ignite a dry tree. Keep natural Christmas trees watered! Neglected trees dry quickly and become a fire hazard.
By: Natasha Morgan
The holiday season can be a joyous time of the year but Christmas lights, open-flame ...
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