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Face Down Acne
Are your eating habits written all over your face? If you\'ve got acne, this just might be the case. It\'s the rare teen who escapes unscathed: acne affects an estimated 85 to 100 percent of teens and y
How to Start the First 30 Days of Your Weight-Loss Journey
Whether you’re at the very beginning of your weight-loss journey or revisiting your game plan after hitting a plateau, a realistic and sustainable strategy is a must for your first 30 days and b
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Kitchen Corner: Jicama
Jicama is slowly and stealthily creeping up on the yam ready to steal its glory. But, are we ready to welcome it into our hearts?A jicama! Excuse you.Jicama seems to be cropping up in healthy foodie h
Weight-Loss Strategies That Work While You Sleep
So many weight-loss strategies require focus and attention, like eating right and moving often. But what if a few of them could be set on automatic, including when you sleep? Although you can’t
Meatless Monday: 7 No-Bake Treats for Earth Hour
Waiting for an oven to preheat? No thank you. Give your oven a break in preparation for Earth Hour on Saturday, March 28, at 8:30 pm.Waiting for an oven to preheat? Doesn’t sound like fun to me. And w
What Style of Yoga is Right for You?
Think of yoga as a \"choose your own adventure\" book. Determine your goal, and then choose the yoga style thats best for you.Is getting in shape one of your New Year’s resolutions? What about being mo
4 Ways to Beat Post-Workout Muscle Soreness
Although some people see soreness as a sign of fitness progress, it can actually be more of a hindrance. Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) can affect your range of motion, put off your return
Dietitian-Approved Tips For Weight Loss With a Busy Fall Schedule
With the changing leaf colors of fall also comes changing schedules. Whether it’s getting the kids off to school, starting a new job, moving to a different city, or simply wanting a “fresh” star
Weight Watchers: What You Need to Know
\"\"The Weight Watchers Diet helps people set realistic expectations by assigning points to all sorts of foods, including
5 Simple Ways to Manage Cravings, According to a RD
A sudden overwhelming desire for chocolate or a bag of chips — cravings can pop up out of nowhere and be detrimental to weight loss. However, there are both physiological and psychological reaso
The Problem With Walking in Flip-Flops
Summer is when you get to dress casually and spend as much time as possible outdoors. If you’re trying to increase your step count this summer, you may be tempted to wear flip-flops on daily wal
Women and Testosterone
Testosterone has been called the \"hormone of desire for good reason. Without enough testosterone, desire for sex all but disappears. But testosterone also plays other important roles for women-especia
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Saunas & Spas
Need an excuse to book an appointment? Saunas and spas offer a host of health, beauty, and wellness benefits.Warming up and rejuvenating in a sauna or spa sounds like the perfect antidote to snowy or
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
Ready to Walk to School?
This October is International Walk to School Month. Join parents and students all over the world as they park the car and grab a comfy set of sneakers instead!This October, parents all over the world
4 Ways to Beat Post-Workout Muscle Soreness
Although some people see soreness as a sign of fitness progress, it can actually be more of a hindrance. Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) can affect your range of motion, put off your return
5 Popular Weight-Loss Plans, Ranked By RDs
When you’re trying to slim down for good, it’s essential to choose an eating plan you can see yourself following for life. To help you find the right fit, we asked registered dietitians to break
5 Tips For Hitting Goals Faster With a Virtual Accountability Partner
During chillier months, it’s easy to get sidetracked with your go-to fitness routine. Perhaps it’s a little too cold to make your way to the gym (that is, if it’s even open) or log your usual mo
Wildlife Wednesday: Cuban Crocodile
On this Wildlife Wednesday, were learning about the Cuban crocodile. Warning: they jump.They’re snarky, long-lived, and unusually well adapted for a stroll on land. On this Wildlife Wednesday, let’s
Get a Lock on Healthy Lips
This winter give your lips some tender-loving lip care to keep them smooth and supple for Valentine\'s Day - and all winter long.Smack dab in the middle of the coldest month of the year is a day that c
L-theanine
Job pressures, family responsibilities, financial pressures, traffic, and time management are just a few of the stressors most of us face on a daily basis. Prescriptions for drugs that are supposed to
14 Sneaky Offenders That Cause Weight Fluctuations
Stepping on the scale can be a stressful experience when you’re trying to lose weight (or even just maintain your weight). Every little up and down can feel like it makes a big difference.
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Botanical Balms
Plant oils provide a simple, natural way to achieve moisturized, healthy skin.Whether your skin is dry, damaged, or oily, you can find a plant oil that will help you restore your natural radiance. Unl
Walking More Could Help You Sleep Better, According to Science
Getting enough sleep is important for maintaining healthy energy levels, proper hormonal balance and aiding weight loss, yet an estimated 30% of American adults sleep fewer than six hours per ni
Get a Lock on Healthy Lips
This winter give your lips some tender-loving lip care to keep them smooth and supple for Valentine\'s Day - and all winter long.Smack dab in the middle of the coldest month of the year is a day that c
Exercise your love of nature
Research findings show there are benefits to mental and physical well-being from exercising outdoors in a natural environment over exercising indoors.As anyone who shuns gym workouts for exercise in t
Kitchen Corner: A Bunch of Flours
Coconut? Amaranth? Teff? When it comes to choosing a gluten-free flour, the choices are seemingly endless. However, not all flours are created equal.Swapping standard all-purpose flour for something f
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Green Tea Diet: What You Need to Know
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Beauty Without Injections
In their search for quick fixes to defy the signs of aging, many people turn to facial injections. The injected substances can include anything from a protein produced by the same bacteria that causes
White Winter Wonders
Despite their paler hue, naturally white foods such as coconut, egg whites, and cauliflower are loaded with nutrients and are anything but bland. The festive colours of the holidays are entrancing, bu
10 Nature-Filled Urban Walking Trails in the U.S.
When you think of an urban environment, greenery, waterfronts and serene landscapes are probably the last things that come to mind. Fortunately, cities across the U.S. are increasingly making an
Support a Healthy Metabolism and Say ‘No’ to These Breakfast Choices
Breakfast is your first shot to refuel your tank after a good night’s sleep, balance blood sugar levels, and keep you satiated to prevent mindless snacking. “What and when we eat can play a majo