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Untangling the Yo-Yo
In our age of quick fixes and instant solutions, crash weight-loss plans and fad diets seem almost mandatory. Who wants to wait weeks to see results when magazine covers promise that we can melt fat o
Flat Belly Diet: What You Need to Know
\"\"Could a diet alone help you achieve a flat stomach? See more weight loss tips pictures.iStockphoto.com/Chris RogersSom
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Facing the Night
When it comes to makeup, it\'s easier than you think to transform a neutral daytime palette into something chic and sultry for a night on the town. The rules for day still apply, but with a twist.When
Vitamin D
Vitamin D doesn\'t get a lot of respect. Oh, sure, we need this nutrient to build strong bones. But what else has vitamin D done for us lately? Well, word has it that the sunshine vitamin is looking fo
Make-Ahead Breakfasts
You can\'t use the excuse that you don\'t have time to eat breakfast. With these make-ahead recipes, you can grab a healthy brekkie-to-go in no time.With the leisurely days of summer over, it’s time to
Skinfully Soft
If youre like most women, you have a cabinet full of squeeze bottles and pump-tops whose contents attempt to mimic an ocean breeze or a vast field of lavender. Are all those different kinds of lotion
Wildlife Wednesday: Jaguar
These spotted predators are the largest cats in the Western hemisphere - so it comes as no surprise that people have been fascinated by them for centuries.These spotted predators are the largest cats
6 Healthy Pandemic Habits That Support Weight Loss
At the start of the pandemic, it was understandably hard to transition from an office space to working from home and figure out how to get in a good workout at home instead of at the gym. If you
Protect Your Skin
When the weather outside is frightful, the last thing we want is skin to match. Read on for tips to protect your skin from the harsh winter elements.Cold weather, low humidity, and sun exposure all pl
What are the dangers of the hCG diet?
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8 Small Changes to Improve Your Health This Summer
Now that the days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer, it might be time to re-evaluate our health routines. Summertime is often when we recommit to our healthy eating plans, so
10 Ways to Make Bodyweight Exercises Harder
Bodyweight workouts are convenient and effective, particularly if you’re working out at home or outdoors without access to equipment. But as you get fitter, your body adapts and gets better at t
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Common Sun Sense
Somewhere between tanning with pure baby oil and slathering on the SPF 50+, appreciating sunshine got pretty complicated. With all the conflicting reports on sun benefits and risks and sunscreen confu
Beauty from Within
Few of us are willing to accept the signs of aging without putting up a fight. Nutricosmetics are today\'s secret weapon supplements for healthy skin.Few of us are willing to accept the signs of aging
For Brighter, Youthful Skin
To achieve radiant, youthful skin, use natural skin care products that promote brighter skin. Buff away dull, aging cells with an exfoliant once or twice a week.As we age, many of us are discovering t
Golden Rules
Beauty is not to be put down with the proviso being that the body is nourished and cared for. To many people, caring for the skin, hair, and nails comes naturally, but if you haven\'t set up a simple l
The Important Role NEAT Plays in Metabolism
Many of us are looking to maximize our daily activity and caloric output. However, there’s only so much exercise one can realistically and healthfully fit into a day. But there are other ways to
Good Day, Sunshine!
Have you been playing peek-a-boo with the sun? Reports of a disappearing ozone layer and increasing incidences of skin cancer conflict with concerns about vitamin D deficiencies, making the news on su
Why You Shouldn’t Use Exercise to ‘Earn’ Your Food
Have you ever said to yourself, “I can only go out for dinner with friends if I go to a 60-minute cycle class first”? Or, “Once I run off 600 calories, I can get my favorite dessert from the bak
Join the Blue Dot Movement
The Blue Dot Movement protects our right to a healthy environment. Discover the work it\'s doing, and how you can help.When I was a child, summer vacation meant jumping in my family’s white Volkswagen
How to Stay Healthy and on Track With Your Health Goals on Vacation
It has been a year full of “pivots,” not just at work and home, but with our health and how we take care of ourselves. Whether you’ve developed a new meditation routine, learned to make every br
Summer Detox
Summer is a wonderful time to start a detox diet. With the arrival of warm weather along with organic fresh fruit and vegetables, it is much easier to detoxify.Summer is a wonderful time to start a de
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10 Ways to Boost Your Productivity While Walking
Walking has a host of mental and physical health benefits, however, with a hectic schedule, it can be tricky to set aside time each day for a regular walking habit. The irony is an everyday walk
Where are My Keys?
You feel as big as a house, you have to go to the bathroom every ten minutes, and-oh, dear-where did you put those keys?You feel as big as a house, you have to go to the bathroom every ten minutes, an
When Should You Skip That Pre-Workout Snack?
As a sports dietitian, the question “Should I eat before working out?” is one I get on an almost daily basis. Like many questions about fueling, the answer isn’t straightforward; it depends on t
Where Have All the Monarchs Gone?
Learn about monarch butterflies, their amazing migration, why they\'re struggling, and what we can do to help protect them.Monarch butterflies are a tropical species, and like other tropical insects, t
Trans Fat-Free
In the field of natural health, we\'ll probably remember 2007 as the year of trans fat-free - and it\'s about time.In the field of natural health, we’ll probably remember 2007 as the year of trans fat-f
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10 Healthy Date Night Ideas That Support Weight Loss
Whether you’re going out with someone new or enjoying quality time with your long-term partner, the best date nights often have a few things in common: fun, relaxation and delicious food. As suc
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How Often Should You Weigh Yourself?
Imagine this: You decide it’s time to make a concerted effort to lose weight. You start exercising regularly and embark on a healthy eating plan. The time comes to check in on your progress, so
How Long Does It Take to Reach Your Fitness Goals?
When you start an exercise program, it’s natural to want to know when you’ll start to see the product of all your hard work. But there’s another reason it’s key to have an idea of how long it’ll
Develop an attitude of gratitude
Gratitude has positive impacts on our health and well-being. Grateful people feel less aggression, less hurt feelings, and are less sensitive overall.Though people have an almost infinite capacity for
Hold the Gluten? Here’s Why That May Not Be a Good...
\"\"Gluten-free products can be found on store shelves nearly everywhere now. But what goes in when gluten comes out? Jeff