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  • Wear Red For Heart Disease Awareness

    31 Jan 2010 | 5:39 pm
    Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in women? While over 500,000 women die from heart diseases every year, the fact is that only about 13% of women are aware that heart disease causes so many deaths. The good news is that there are steps you can take to lower your risk of heart disease. Show your support for heart disease awareness and wear your favorite red dress, shirt or blouse, shoes, or other clothes on Friday, February 5, 2010 -- National Wear Red Day-- the day when all across the Nation women wear red to show support for heart disease awareness.Wear Red For…

  • When MRSA Hits Home

    25 Jan 2010 | 2:10 am
    You've probably heard about antibiotic resistance. You know, infections that fail to clear up even though you've taken all of your antibiotics. The medical term for this condition is MRSA or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. MRSA has been around for years -- in fact, MRSA has been the leading cause of hospital deaths. That's the hospital-aquired (HA) type of MRSA or HA-MRSA. But MRSA is no longer confined to hospital patients, it's showing up in the community in people who have not been hospitalized. This type of MRSA is known as community-acquired MRSA or CA-MRSA. Staphylococcus…

  • Mirena IUD Approved For Treatment Of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding

    19 Jan 2010 | 3:59 am
    The FDA has approved the use of the Mirena (levonorgestrel intrauterine system) IUD for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding in women who have given birth. The Mirena IUD is the only intrauterine device currently approved for this indication. This type of contraceptive is small and flexible, and releases hormones into the uterus that prevent pregnancy. Only a qualified health care professional can insert the device. The Mirena IUD was originally approved for contraceptive use in 2000. Since its' approval, the most serious and rare side effects of the Mirena IUD have included ectopic…

  • Lap Band Makes Weight Loss Easy

    10 Jan 2010 | 5:56 am
    Lap band surgery, and other types of weight loss surgery, often appear to be an easy way to weight loss. The truth is that lap band surgery, as well as other kinds of weight loss surgery, are not the easy way to lose weight. The most important thing anyone considering getting the lap band, or any other weight loss surgery procedure, should understand is that these surgeries are not "magic," they are a tool that you can use to make losing weight easier. If you want to lose weight permanently and safely, you must follow the instructions your surgeon gives you for eating after getting the lap…

  • New Year, New You

    30 Dec 2009 | 11:50 am
    As we look forward to another new year, many of us want to improve our overall health. Smokers may decide to quit smoking, and while most of us are aware of the risk of lung cancer to smokers. But did you know that women have many uniquely feminime  reasons to quit smoking? Take a look at these reasons women should be especially committed to not smoking. Of course, the biggest New Years resolution we make is to lose weight and get in shape. Unfortunately, the weight loss resolution is also the most quit New Year's resolution. If losing weight and getting in shape is your goal, you are more…
 
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  • Weekly News Round-Up, Snow-Free Edition

    Rachel
    7 Feb 2010 | 11:03 am
    A new edition of the Carnival of Feminists is up at Zero at the Bone – thanks to the host for including a couple of OBOS posts! Last week, NPR ran a piece on new book, “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,” which I heard and posted about. I really should have one ahead and put a hold on it at my public library at the time; I waited until yesterday to do it and am now #39 in line for the book. Renee at Womanist Musings asks “Do Black Women’s Reproductive Rights Even Matter?” with regard to the lack of feminist response to racially targeted anti-abortion campaigns…

  • At Our Bodies Our Blog: Tebow, Birth Options, and Update on the Call for Participants

    Rachel
    5 Feb 2010 | 6:19 am
    At Our Bodies Our Blog, I have a bit about the Tebow Super Bowl ad (with links to more commentary and the Planned Parenthood response video), and some info on response efforts related to the potential closing of a New York hospital and birth center. On the Tebow post, I’ve got a commenter making the “what if Obama had been aborted?” argument, so go on over and comment if you want to have that debate. Christine has an update and more information on the call for participants to inform the 2011 edition of Our Bodies, Ourselves. Filed under: Abortion, Access, Rights, &…

  • National Library of Medicine Exhibit on African American Midwives

    Rachel
    4 Feb 2010 | 10:18 am
    The National Library of Medicine’s History of Medicine division in Bethesda, MD will run an exhibit through June of this year on the history of African American “granny” midwives. Details below: Nothing To Work With But Cleanliness: African American “Grannies”, Midwives & Health Reform For over three centuries, African American midwives delivered babies and practiced folk medicine in rural counties throughout the South. Midwifery came under public scrutiny in the 1910s when progressive reformers blamed the “unsanitary practices” of midwives for the higher rate of…

  • On Henrietta Lacks: The Legacy of One Woman’s Cervical Cancer Cells

    Rachel
    2 Feb 2010 | 5:15 pm
    I’m not usually a big fan of Fresh Air, but tonight’s episode caught my ear – the host spoke with Rebecca Skloot, author of new book “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.” The book focuses on the cells taken from cervical cancer patient Henrietta Lacks, and how those cells (called “HeLa” cells) became the focus of a tremendous amount of research, and the lack of information provided to Lacks or her family about how science benefited from her life and cells. In brief, from the story page: In 1951, an African-American woman named Henrietta Lacks was…

  • Weekly News Round-Up, Snowed In Edition

    Rachel
    31 Jan 2010 | 9:05 am
    Nashville got a few inches of snow on Friday, and I’m still not sure about getting down the hill for work tomorrow. Snow day! Local and law student Goldni has two good posts this week, one on Roeder’s trial, and one on the parents who tried to get the dictionary removed from school because it contains *gasp* adult words. She writes: …the fact that it took a whole committee to decide that it would do more good than harm to let the kids use the dictionary, and the fact that there are still some parents who may think that the dictionary may be just too scandalous for their…
 
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    Medical News Today: Women's Health

  • Revealing A Potent Suppressor Of Endometrial Cancer

    9 Feb 2010 | 3:00 am
    Endometrial cancer is the most common cancer of the female reproductive tract, representing 6% of all cancers. There is currently no screening method or biomarker to indicate early presence of disease. "It is a very common malignancy that affects women of all ages" comments paper author Dr. Diego Castrillon...

  • Research Identifies Gene With Likely Role In Premenstrual Disorder

    9 Feb 2010 | 2:00 am
    Scientists have identified a gene they say is a strong candidate for involvement in premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and other maladies associated with the natural flux in hormones during the menstrual cycle...

  • What Are Irregular Periods (Oligomenorrhea)? What Causes Irregular Periods?

    9 Feb 2010 | 12:00 am
    Oligomenorrhea is a medical term which generally refers to irregular or infrequent menstrual periods with intervals of more than 35 days - however, the duration may vary. A period, or menstruation, is the shedding of the endometrium - the lining of the uterus. Menstruation is also called menses...

  • Siemens Showcases New Dedicated Women's Imaging Ultrasound Platforms At SMFM

    8 Feb 2010 | 4:00 am
    Featuring the new release of its premium ACUSON S2000™ ultrasound system - Women's Imaging and ACUSON X300™ ultrasound system, premium edition (PE) - Women's Imaging, Siemens Healthcare (booth #813) will highlight the latest innovations in OB/GYN imaging at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine's (SMFM) 30th Annual Meeting in Chicago...

  • Opinion: IVAWA Marks 'First Step' Towards Making Women Central Focus Of U.S. Foreign Policy

    8 Feb 2010 | 2:00 am
    In a Politico opinion piece, Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) and Rep. Bill Delahunt (D-Mass.), lead sponsors of the International Violence Against Women Act (IVAWA), together with Larry Cox and Kerry Kennedy of Amnesty International USA, reflect on the significance of the legislation introduced in the House and Senate on Thursday...
 
 
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    Our Bodies Our Blog

  • Quick Hit: Panel Discussion on Mammography and Breast Self-Examination Recommendations

    Rachel
    9 Feb 2010 | 11:27 am

  • New Emergency Contraception Drug Stirs Old Arguments

    Rachel
    9 Feb 2010 | 7:14 am
    A recent ABC news piece and two new journal articles (in The Lancet and Obstetrics and Gynecology) have drawn attention to an emergency contraception drug that is not currently available in the U.S. but apparently has been submitted to the FDA for review. Emergency contraception pills (EC) currently available in the U.S.  are intended to be [...]

  • Site maintenance

    Christine C.
    7 Feb 2010 | 7:57 pm
    We’re working on fixing some bugs that people have reported in the last few weeks, including problems with RSS feeds. If something looks off for the next few hours– no worries! We’re on it.

  • National Library of Medicine Exhibit on African American Midwives

    Rachel
    5 Feb 2010 | 12:05 pm
    For readers around the D.C. area: the National Library of Medicine’s History of Medicine division in Bethesda, MD will run an exhibit through June of this year on the history of African American “granny” midwives. Details below: Nothing To Work With But Cleanliness: African American “Grannies”, Midwives & Health Reform For over three centuries, African American midwives [...]

  • Sean James and Al Joyner Respond to the Tebow Super Bowl ad

    Rachel
    4 Feb 2010 | 8:06 am
    By now you may have heard about the Focus on the Family-sponsored anti-choice ad slated to run during the Super Bowl. The ad features football player Tim Tebow and his mother discussing her decision not to have an abortion when pregnant with the star player. The ad has been controversial for many reasons, including that it [...]
 
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    Women's Health Mag: Highest Rated

  • Precious Moments

    Rory Evans
    9 Feb 2010 | 11:17 am

  • Perfect Pairings

    Danielle Gorman
    8 Feb 2010 | 10:34 am
    Faux-Fried Chicken: “The sweet sauce in this dish calls for a wine with a hint of sweetness, which not only echoes the sweetness in the food but also does a fine job balancing the heaviness that oven-frying imparts,” says Cochran. Try the light 2008 J Vineyards Russian River Valley Pinot Gris ($20 and up ) or the bigger-bodied NV Osborne Amontillado Medium Sherry ($9 and up). read more

  • Interview with Lipstick Jungle Hottie Robert Buckley

    Nicole Blades
    8 Feb 2010 | 9:49 am
    1. Since your nickname is Man Candy, we had to ask: What's your favorite sweet treat? Daytime favorite: Skittles. Nighttime: Twix. I like to mix things up. You wouldn't wear pajamas to lunch, would ya? 2. On Lipstick Jungle, you're fooling around with Nico, played by Kim Raver, who happened to be married when you got together. Would you ever cheat or tolerate someone cheating on you? read more

  • Interview with Star Trek Hottie Chris Pine

    Christine Fennessy
    8 Feb 2010 | 9:42 am
    1. What do you think women should know about guys? Women think that men don't talk about their feelings with guys. We do talk to friends about relationships, but it's succinct—10 minutes, then we move on. 2. Name one thing we'd be surprised to learn you find sexy. One thing that I do find really sexy is a girl who's good at crossword puzzles. read more

  • No Boys Allowed: Have a Girls' Night in

    3 Feb 2010 | 2:04 pm
 
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    Women's Health Mag: Nutrition

  • The 13 Healthiest Foods You Can Eat

    9 Feb 2010 | 9:43 am

  • Can Michelle Obama Shrink America's Waistlines?

    8 Feb 2010 | 1:55 pm
    First Lady Michelle Obama has her work cut out for her tomorrow, when she'll announce the details of her initiative to reduce childhood obesity—an effort that has confounded experts for two decades. She wants to improve school lunch programs; increase physical activity; increase accessibility and affordability of food in rural areas and inner cities; and help people make healthy choices. The stakes are high because, as everyone is so often reminded, the current epidemic of childhood obesity means that, for the first time, today's generation may not live as long as its parents. read more

  • Perfect Pairings

    Danielle Gorman
    8 Feb 2010 | 10:34 am
    Faux-Fried Chicken: “The sweet sauce in this dish calls for a wine with a hint of sweetness, which not only echoes the sweetness in the food but also does a fine job balancing the heaviness that oven-frying imparts,” says Cochran. Try the light 2008 J Vineyards Russian River Valley Pinot Gris ($20 and up ) or the bigger-bodied NV Osborne Amontillado Medium Sherry ($9 and up). read more

  • Throw the Ultimate Super Bowl Party

    Erin Hicks
    8 Feb 2010 | 10:11 am

  • Healthy Recipes: Comfort Food

    8 Feb 2010 | 10:01 am
 
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    Women's Health Mag: Health

  • 5 Ways to Get an Energy Boost

    Brigid Sweeney
    8 Feb 2010 | 1:18 pm

  • 8 Essential Medical Tests

    Alyssa Giacobbe
    8 Feb 2010 | 1:09 pm

  • February 4th: World Cancer Day

    4 Feb 2010 | 11:15 am
    Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide and the World Health Organization estimates that 84 million people will die of cancer between 2005 and 2015 without intervention. Since the theme of WCD 2010 is "Cancer can be prevented, too" we thought we'd share some of our dedicated cancer research and tips on reducing your risk. 6 ways to prevent cervical cancer Reduce your risk of breast cancer Hear from amazing women who're survived cervical cancer and those who've battled breast cancer.  How does Human Papillomavirus cause cancer? Should you get the HPV vaccine? Plus: 5 ways to…

  • Driven to Distraction

    Kate Ashford
    3 Feb 2010 | 6:14 am

  • Pay Attention to Your Girls

    2 Feb 2010 | 7:32 am
    Almost 80 percent of women have had a brush with breast cancer--either themselves or through a friend or relative. But that doesn't seem to prevent us from having a lax attitude about breast health, according to a recent survey of 500 women. Make monthly self-exams a habit--they will get you familiar with your normal size ad shape, so if there's a change, you can take quick action. read more
 
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    Women's Health Mag: This Just In

  • Can Michelle Obama Shrink America's Waistlines?

    8 Feb 2010 | 1:55 pm
    First Lady Michelle Obama has her work cut out for her tomorrow, when she'll announce the details of her initiative to reduce childhood obesity—an effort that has confounded experts for two decades. She wants to improve school lunch programs; increase physical activity; increase accessibility and affordability of food in rural areas and inner cities; and help people make healthy choices. The stakes are high because, as everyone is so often reminded, the current epidemic of childhood obesity means that, for the first time, today's generation may not live as long as its parents. read more

  • Valentine's Day Giveaway: Red HP Mini Notebook

    8 Feb 2010 | 10:52 am
    This Valentine's Day, really fall in love...with this super sleek and cute laptop. Besides, who needs red roses when you could have this red HP Mini 210 notebook? You know the drill: Retweet anything we post this week and you'll be entered to win this crush-worthy HP laptop (retail: $299). read more

  • Keep Your Salad Safe

    5 Feb 2010 | 7:20 pm
    How often do you rinse your “prewashed” salad mixes before lopping on some dressing and serving it on the dinner table? If your answer isn't "every time", you could be risking your health. According to a recent study by Consumer Reports, you should always give your salad a good rinse before consumption, even if the package says it’s been prewashed or triple washed. read more

  • February 4th: World Cancer Day

    4 Feb 2010 | 11:15 am
    Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide and the World Health Organization estimates that 84 million people will die of cancer between 2005 and 2015 without intervention. Since the theme of WCD 2010 is "Cancer can be prevented, too" we thought we'd share some of our dedicated cancer research and tips on reducing your risk. 6 ways to prevent cervical cancer Reduce your risk of breast cancer Hear from amazing women who're survived cervical cancer and those who've battled breast cancer.  How does Human Papillomavirus cause cancer? Should you get the HPV vaccine? Plus: 5 ways to…

  • WH on the Today Show

    2 Feb 2010 | 1:56 pm
    Did you tune in? Women's Health contributor Keri Glassman stopped by The Today Show to dispel popular myths surrounding fad diets like the Grapefruit Diet and the Cabbage Soup Diet. She also talks about her new book, The O2 Diet, and shares healthy eating tips that work. read more
 
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  • Denise Austin’s 12-Minute Workout

    8 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Laurie Sanchez, Lifescript Staff Writer Don’t have time to work out? Join the club. Between work and taking care of house, hubby and kids, exercise slips through the cracks. But 12 minutes a day is all you need to get in shape, says fitness guru Denise Austin. In this Lifescript exclusive, she shows you how… At 52, Denise Austin is still a fitness icon. So how does she stay in such fabulous shape through the decades? In her new book, Denise’s Daily Dozen – The Easy, Every Day Program to Lose Up to 12 Pounds (Center Street, 2010), Austin reveals her secrets and shares…

  • 10 Doctor-Approved Natural Cold Remedies

    7 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Dorothy Foltz-Gray, Special to Lifescript Nose plugged up like an olive? Hacking cough keeping you up at night? You don’t need to pop open the nearest prescription pill bottle. We asked doctors for the best natural remedies to shake cold and flu symptoms – fast! Sore throat, congestion, fuzzy head. Cold season is upon us and so are its misery-making symptoms. While prescription drugs may help, your first line of defense can be found in your local supermarket or vitamin store. Here are 10 natural remedies doctors use to treat colds and flu:1. Zinc What it is: This essential mineral…

  • Which Supplements Should You Take?

    6 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Robert Wildman, Ph.D., R.D., L.D., FISSN, Lifescript Nutritionist What are all those supplement bottles lining your medicine cabinet? One day you’re swallowing the cure to arthritis, the next day a pill for hot flashes or heart disease. Do supplements really help? Are they worth the money you spend? Lifescript nutritionist Robert Wildman helps you cut through the hype. What should you expect from pills, powders, bars and shakes? Many of my patients ask me that question. And no wonder! Every day, we’re bombarded with information about a nutrient that will lengthen lives, help us shed…

  • 7 Super Bowl Recipes That Score Big

    5 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    Super Bowl Sunday isn’t just about football. The food makes the party too. Try these 7 healthier twists on game-day classics, like slow-cooker chili, pizza, dips and salsa and more… Slow-Cooker Black Bean-Mushroom ChiliEarthy mushrooms, tomatillos and a subtle layering of spices combine to give this full-bodied vegetarian chili a complex flavor. Note that dried beans need to be soaked before going into the slow cooker. Once that's done, the chili can gently bubble for hours, adding flexibility to your schedule.Serves: 10Preparation time: 6-1/4 to 9-1/4 hoursIngredients1…

  • 10 Tips to Lower Blood Sugar Naturally

    3 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Laurie Sanchez, Lifescript Staff Writer It’s the Holy Grail for people with diabetes – checking your blood sugar and seeing the numbers right in line. Can lifestyle changes help? Yes, says Jill Weisenberger, Lifescript’s nutrition expert, and other top diabetes doctors. Check out their 10 tips to lower your blood glucose… If you have diabetes, lowering blood sugar isn’t just a short-term goal: Doctors believe that it consistently helps prevent or delay diabetes complications, including kidney, eye and nerve diseases. Most of these diseases require 10 or more years…
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  • New Sensor Could Replace Finger-Prick Testing

    10 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial StaffImagine a day when all you have to do is breathe to get blood sugar readings. It’s a possibility. A new breath sensor could soon tell you glucose readings, according to an article in Science Daily.University of Florida engineers have been testing a tiny new sensor – one that can be mass-produced inexpensively with technology that already exists – in a wireless system that detects glucose in exhaled breath.Breath tests have been dismissed in the past for glucose testing (since levels in the breath have been too small for an accurate assessment), but the…

  • Time-Saver Tips for Cooking Healthy Meals

    8 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial Staff It can be hard to find time to shop for and cook healthy meals all the time. With a few tricks up your chef’s sleeve, however, you can have healthy meals waiting for you all week.Here are some shopping and cooking tips from the American Diabetes Association (ADA): Plan your meals a week at a time, using your diabetes meal plan as a guide. This way you can do all your grocery shopping at once, rather than try to stop several evenings throughout the week. Make a shopping list and move through the store quickly, adhering strictly to your list. Grated, chopped,…

  • Restaurant Food and Diabetes Linked

    12 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial StaffA recent study shows that there may be a correlation between restaurant meal consumption and diabetes.Researchers studied type 2 diabetes in 44,072 African American women from the Black Women’s Health study to determine if Western culture’s consumption of restaurant food plays a role in the rise of the disease in Western nations. The women ranged in age from 30-69, and none had diabetes at the start of the study. Participants completed questionnaires every two years, answering questions about the frequency of their restaurant meals versus home-cooked…

  • Keep Your Thyroid Healthy – Naturally

    11 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Suzy Cohen, R.Ph., Lifescript Pharmacist You’ve been told you’re fine when you know that you’re not. You’re sick, tired and aggravated. What could be wrong? It may be your thyroid. In recognition of Thyroid Awareness Month, I’ll explain how to keep this vital gland in tip-top health… Have you been given an antidepressant when you’re not depressed? Told your fatigue is due to fibromyalgia? In fact, your tiredness and other symptoms could be caused by thyroid disease. Many doctors misdiagnose it. Undiagnosed thyroid disease can lead to other major health problems, such as…

  • Arthritis and Diabetes

    11 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By The Lifescript Editorial StaffArthritis is a general term that refers to wear and tear on the joints. But when you have diabetes, it can become more difficult to maintain your level of exercise to keep your heart healthy and blood sugar under control.Unfortunately, since both arthritis and diabetes tend to affect us as we get older, it’s common to have both conditions. Here are some questions you may have:How do I know if I have arthritis? There are different kinds of arthritis and different treatments for each kind, says the American Diabetes Association (ADA). It can occur in your…
 
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    Lifescript: Body

  • Denise Austin’s 12-Minute Workout

    8 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Laurie Sanchez, Lifescript Staff Writer Don’t have time to work out? Join the club. Between work and taking care of house, hubby and kids, exercise slips through the cracks. But 12 minutes a day is all you need to get in shape, says fitness guru Denise Austin. In this Lifescript exclusive, she shows you how… At 52, Denise Austin is still a fitness icon. So how does she stay in such fabulous shape through the decades? In her new book, Denise’s Daily Dozen – The Easy, Every Day Program to Lose Up to 12 Pounds (Center Street, 2010), Austin reveals her secrets and shares…

  • Best 10 Diet Cookbooks

    12 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Laurie Sanchez, Lifescript Staff Writer Need a better way to jump-start that healthy-eating plan? No worries. We have a great selection of cookbooks that focus on getting you slimmer, trimmer and feeling terrific. From books to dress your coffee table to simple purse companions, here are 10 recipe collections to suit everyone’s tastes… That New Year’s resolution to eat healthier might be tough now that you’ve burned through all the low-cal, high-antioxidant recipes you know. Don’t worry. Last year produced a banner crop of great new cookbooks to help you keep your resolution…

  • Blast Your Belly With a Flat Press

    12 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Jorge Cruise, Chief Diet and Fitness Expert A Flat Press is a wonderful chest exercise that will tighten your pecs as well as your deltoids and triceps. Make sure your back, head, shoulders, and rear end are positioned firmly on the Swiss ball, with your feet planted on the floor. Here’s a tip: To stay balanced on the ball, keep your arm extension tall and vertical – not flailing to the sides. Step 1: Hold a pair of dumbbells and lie on the ball so that it comfortably supports your shoulder blades. Extend your arms in front of you, pressing the weights together. Step 2: Breathe slowly…

  • Save Money and Lose Weight

    12 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Carly Young, Special to LifescriptHealth food can sometimes cost more than four times as much as junk food. Take, for example, some varieties of organic produce, which can cost up to $5.99 a pound, where a cheeseburger costs only 99 cents. But if you think you’re either destined to be fat or go broke, think again! Buy grains such as oatmeal, brown rice and quinoa in bulk to get a better price per ounce, and choose seasonal produce instead of expensive imported fruits. Seems easy enough, right? Still, sometimes you’re left with no choice but to pay extra for healthy food.

  • 5 Minutes to a Successful Day

    11 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Jorge Cruise, Chief Diet and Fitness ExpertThere are 1,440 minutes in a 24-hour period, but it only takes five to ensure your success for the entire day. In this short amount of time you can write a daily to-do list that schedules your weight-loss goals into your calendar. Each night, pencil in your morning exercise session, write down what you plan to eat and make note of any other goal-oriented plans you have for the day. If you wear special exercise clothing, lay out the next day’s clothes near the bed, so you don’t have to scramble to find them in the morning. Make your lunch, and…
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    Lifescript: Health Alerts

  • More People Should Undergo Colon Cancer Screening

    7 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By Nicole McEwen, Lifescript Staff Writer(Lifescript Health News) A lack of money or health insurance is keeping many Americans from getting tested for colorectal cancer – and that may be causing more deaths from the disease, the National Cancer Institute reported Thursday.They may not have health insurance coverage or can’t afford the cost of a doctor’s visit and colonoscopy screening, say researchers from the federal health agency.Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. About 150,000 people are diagnosed every year; 50,000 people are expected…
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    Lifescript: Life

  • Q&A - How Do You Know If You've Found 'The One'?

    8 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach Q: When a person says "he’s the one" or "she’s the one" before he or she really knows that person, is it lust or something else?-Nancy H.A: What a great question, Nancy! Since finding the one is a high priority for so many people, I think the heart overwhelms the brain in far too many situations regarding love. My knee-jerk reaction to your question is that this kind of knowing takes much more time to acquire. There are people who feel they’ve found the one at first sight or shortly thereafter, and it may work out for them. But for the…

  • Q&A - Should I Go to Counseling to Save My Marriage?

    18 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach Q: I’m considering separating from my husband after 19 years of being together. He doesn’t talk to me about anything and I cannot get him to work on the marriage. I’ve tried talking to him, but it only ends in a screaming match. We have two kids, ages 8 and 5. I don’t know what else I can do. Do you think counseling on my part will help? -Cheryl A.A: Hi Cheryl,After 19 years and two children, it must be heartbreaking to find yourself in this situation. But your troubles are far more common than you can imagine. The short answer here…

  • Q&A – Help! My Husband Doesn’t Include Me in His Plans

    11 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach Q: My husband and I have been married for 14 years. We have different views when it comes to his and my children. He does everything with his children alone and doesn’t let me know what he’s doing until later. Now he’s doing the same thing with the grandchildren. When I ask him why he doesn’t let me know about his plans, he says he doesn’t know.I’ve been letting it go, but can’t any longer.-Judy T.A: Hi Judy, I’m sorry to read about your struggle with attempting to connect your two families in a deeper way. Unfortunately,…
 
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    Lifescript: Soul

  • A Pyrrhic Victory

    4 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal CoachWhen you have an argument with someone, how important is it for you to win? Are you the type of person who listens carefully to the other side, considers their points and then tries to find room for discussion or compromise? Or are you the type of person who simply erects a wall and aims to win at all costs? It’s a telling question regarding the kind of relationships you have with friends and significant others.I read an article the other day that contained the phrase “a pyrrhic victory.” It means a victory with a devastating cost to the…

  • Q&A - Help! I'm Addicted to Fear

    2 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal Coach Q: I’m addicted to fear.Please tell me how to conquer it!-Mary A.A: Hi Mary,Fear is responsible for countless broken dreams and unfulfilled lives. While fear of the unknown is a motivator for some, it’s an overwhelming obstacle to many more. Some fears are real and justified, while others are purely unrealistic and imagined. Regardless of whether the fear you feel is real or imagined, the emotional toll it takes on one’s spirit is devastating. The short answer to minimizing or eliminating fear is to confront it by facing it and pushing…

  • It's Groundhog Day!

    1 Feb 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal CoachToday, the famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil emerges from his burrow and predicts the beginning of spring or proclaims six more weeks of winter. It’s all tied to whether or not Phil sees his shadow. As I thought about this shadowy annual ritual, I had a thought for those of you who are trying to lose weight in 2010.In the spirit of Groundhog Day and in honor of our furry friend Phil, I suggest you begin your weight-loss program today. Then, next year on this very date, you too can check your shadow and see if the shadow you cast is smaller…

  • Words of Wisdom

    26 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal CoachI was having a discussion with a friend the other day who said: My father always told me that if it seems too good to be true, it is too good to be true. After our conversation, I began to think about all of the sage advice I’ve been given over the years. One pearl of wisdom that immediately came to my mind is also one I still adhere to today: Always think before you act! With that as our framework, let me ask you a question.Of all the advice you’ve been given over the years, what would you consider the best? Was it something that one of…

  • Barnstorming Your Life

    21 Jan 2010 | 4:00 pm
    By John H. Sklare, Ed.D, Lifescript Personal CoachBarnstorming was a popular form of aerial entertainment in the 1920s and was the precursor for our modern day air shows. Called a flying circus, it provided stunt pilots and other acrobats a way to earn a living and thrill an audience at the same time. The purpose was initially to give those daredevil pilots a place to strut their stuff. The term barnstorming, however, was used to describe the unique excitement and energy that these shows would bring to the small, sleepy towns of yesterday.I think there’s a lesson here for those of you…
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  • Madelyn Fernstrom
    4 Feb 2010 | 2:47 pm
    It's time for the superbowl, and that means parties, and lots of foods and beverages. Can you stay on track with healthy eating on superbowl sunday? That was the challenge facing Hoda Kotb and Kathy Lee Gifford, in our superbowl nutrition game. From beer and soda, to chili, pizza, and hot dogs to chips and dips - we covered a lot of foods, and discovered some surprising information. Check out the video, and take the quiz.

  • Madelyn Fernstrom
    4 Feb 2010 | 2:39 pm
    Is that a trick question? I kid you not. A recent New York Times article talked about the "success" stories of people eating fast food, and losing weight. We all recall Jared, who ate Subway a couple of times a day (and also exercised!), and lost weight. More recently, Taco Bell has advertised a number of selections with reduced fat and calories, and a person who ate these items, and lost weight. That's the topic of my TODAY show segment, where I was joined by David Zinczenko, Editor in Chief of Men's Health (and author of the  Eat This, Not That series), and talking with Matt Lauer…

  • Madelyn Fernstrom
    4 Feb 2010 | 2:15 pm
    In my new book, The Real You Diet (www.therealyoudiet.com), I spend a lot of time helping you figure out what kind of eater you are - to find the right "eating" tools as part of your BEAM box (the toolbox for weight loss success - Behavior, Eating, Activity, Medical issues). There is no "one-size-fits-all" when it comes to weight loss. The plan must fit to you - and not the other way around! That's the topic of my TODAY show segment with Meredith Viera. So, what kind of eater are you? When you figure that out, you're well on your way to finding the kinds of eating tools that work for you! Are…

  • Madelyn Fernstrom
    2 Feb 2010 | 3:52 am
    We hear a lot about "detox" and "cleansing" diets this time of year. When it comes to these kinds of plans, they mean different things to everyone. In fact, there's no biological reason to help our bodies detoxify - as our liver, kidneys, lungs, and skin are the best tools of all. That's the topic of my TODAY show discussion with Al Roker (who tried one himself, with a lot of success!). While eating fresh foods, simply prepared is a good way to go, some plans are so rigid, they can lead to nutrient deficiencies. The more food intake is restricted, the harder it is to maintain healthy…

  • Madelyn Fernstrom
    17 Jan 2010 | 5:53 pm
    What's better than a bowl of soup on a wintery day? Not much, I think. But what about the nutritional content of some of our favorites? That's the topic of my TODAY show segment with Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford. Play along with our nutrition game, and test your  knowledge. Check back later for the video (and the answers to the questions!). 1. Which has LESS calories - one cup of gazpacho or one cup of vegetable soup? 2. How much SALT is in a package of Ramen noodle soup mix? Is it 30%, 50%, or 75% of the daily recommendation for salt? 3. Rank these crackers (that go so…
 
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    Women's Health Specialists News

  • Extra H1N1 Vaccine

    Womens Health Specialists
    22 Jan 2010 | 6:20 am
    Good News! We have received extra H1N1 vaccine and can now expand vaccination to all established Women’s Health Specialists’ patients and adults in their household; ages over 18 years old who desire it.  New patients may also conveniently receive the vaccine at the time of their annual well women exam.  People under 50 appear to be more vulnerable to this flu strain. We anticipate significant interest in the H1N1 vaccine. In order to keep our phones free for our regular appointments and questions, we are asking you to submit vaccination requests exclusively online at our website…

  • Implanon Long-Term Hormonal Contraception

    Womens Health Specialists
    20 Jan 2010 | 6:59 am
    Implanon® has been FDA approved for over three years and remains underutilized as one of the most effective hormonal contraceptives ever developed.  It is a flexible plastic rod the size of a matchstick that is inserted under the skin on the inner side of a woman’s upper arm.  Implanon® contains a progestin called etonogestrel, also found in some birth control pills.  Implanon® prevents pregnancy for three years by several mechanisms of action: Inhibiting ovulation, altering cervical mucus to reduce sperm migration, and changing the inner lining of the uterus so it’s unreceptive to…

  • Making Sense of Cervical Cancer Screening Recommendations

    Womens Health Specialists
    27 Dec 2009 | 4:48 am
    In the United States the incidence of cervical cancer has decreased more than 50% in the past 30 years because of widespread screening with the Pap smear.  Attributable deaths have undergone a similar decrease.  The discovery of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) as a necessary factor in cancer of the cervix has resulted in the development of new screening technologies and vaccines.  Consequently, screening recommendations need to be updated. The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists just released new cervical cancer screening guidelines.  Highlights include the following:…

  • H1N1 Vaccine for Patients Under 50 Years Old

    Womens Health Specialists
    12 Dec 2009 | 6:06 am
    Good News! We have received more H1N1 vaccine and can now expand vaccination to all established Women’s Health Specialists’ patients under 50 years old who desire it.  New patients may also conveniently receive the vaccine at the time of their annual well women exam.  People under 50 appear to be more vulnerable to this flu strain. We anticipate significant interest in the H1N1 vaccine. In order to keep our phones free for our regular appointments and questions, we are asking you to submit vaccination requests exclusively online at our website WomensHealthFremont.com (Please do…

  • H1N1 Vaccine Available at Women’s Health Specialists

    Womens Health Specialists
    4 Dec 2009 | 7:02 am
    We just received our long awaited shipment of H1N1 vaccine.  Since we have a very limited supply, we are following CDC guidelines to prioritize administration only to pregnant women.  We will also immunize post-partum mothers with infants up to 6 months age, because newborns cannot receive the vaccine.  These women or their newborn infants are at high risk for developing more severe cases of the flu.  Vaccinations are limited to women who are currently under our care. We anticipate significant interest in the H1N1 vaccine. In order to keep our phones free for our regular appointments and…
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  • High blood pressure linked to dementia: Study

    9 Feb 2010 | 8:28 am
    Dr. Howard Bergman says lifestyle changes can help prevent Alzheimer's. Photograph by: Vincenzo D'Alto, Canwest News Service Experts are calling for an increased emphasis on health promotion as studies draw links between high blood pressure and dementia.

  • Jenna Bush Hager to speak at luncheon

    9 Feb 2010 | 12:17 am
    A member of the former first family of the country and state will speak at a fundraising luncheon in Amarillo today.

  • Women headed to Sacramento to rail against cuts to cancer program

    7 Feb 2010 | 11:55 pm
    Women's health advocates, health care professionals, breast cancer survivors and consumers will be in Sacramento on Mondayto discuss and protest cuts to the statewide "Every Woman Counts!" program, which provided free mammograms to underserved women.

  • Judge Hears Arguments In Challenge To Patents On Genes Tied To Breast, Ovarian Cancer

    7 Feb 2010 | 5:40 am
    U.S. District Judge Robert Sweet on Tuesday considered whether to invalidate Myriad Genetics' patents on two genes associated with an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancers in a lawsuit that could have far-reaching implications for the biotechnology industry and genetics-based research, the AP/ABC News reports.

  • Healthy Advice Networks Launches Health Education Magazine in Primary ...

    6 Feb 2010 | 5:22 am
    Healthy Advice Networks launches Healthy Advice Magazine, augments info displayed on Healthy Advice digital screens that gives patients relevant, actionable info to manage their health & are found in waiting rooms of _15,000 primary care docs CINCINNATI, OH February 05, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Healthy Advice Networks, the nation's leading ...
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    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health

  • Call for Abstracts: Postpartum Support International and Marce Society Conference in October 2010

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    3 Feb 2010 | 8:44 am
    Postpartum Support International will hold its annual conference jointly with the Marce Society in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from October 27-30, 2010.  Marce Society president Katherine Wisner, M.D. has announced that the focus of the conference will be:  Perinatal Mental Health Research: Harvesting the Potential. Abstracts are now being accepted (until April 1, 2010) for symposia, oral presentations, [...]

  • Anticonvulsant Use in Pregnancy and Nursing: Differences in Recommendations from Psychiatrists vs. Neurologists

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    3 Feb 2010 | 7:39 am
    There are strong parallels between the clinical management of bipolar disorder and epilepsy, and women with these disorders face significant challenges while pregnant or planning to conceive.  In this setting, treatment decisions must balance the risks of recurrence of severe illness with the risks of potential harm to the fetus when certain medicines are taken [...]

  • Prenatal Use of Atypical Antipsychotics: Effect on Birth Weight

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    25 Jan 2010 | 7:19 am
    Atypical antipsychotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.  Despite the increasing use of these medications in women of child-bearing age, there is still relatively little data addressing the reproductive safety of these medications. Newham and colleagues studied a group of infants with in utero exposure to atypical antipsychotic medications (n=45) [...]

  • Intrauterine Cannabis Exposure Affects Fetal Growth

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    21 Jan 2010 | 8:46 am
    Although the risks of smoking tobacco while pregnant are well documented and well publicized to the general population, women continue to smoke cigarettes during pregnancy. Smoking cigarettes is known to increase a woman’s risk of having a low-birth weight baby and increases the risk of preterm delivery.  While clinicians often ask about and discourage tobacco [...]

  • Premenstrual Syndromes: What is the Optimal Duration of Treatment?

    MGH Center for Women's Mental Health
    21 Dec 2009 | 7:23 am
    Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) affect a large number of women of childbearing age. 30-80% of reproductive age women experience premenstrual symptoms. PMS refers to a pattern of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms occurring 1-2 weeks before menses and remitting with the onset of menses. Common symptoms include fatigue, poor concentration, mild [...]
 
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    Lower Body Workouts for Women

  • 4 Lower-Body Exercises; Body-weight Leg, Butt & Thigh Workout for Women

    Joey Atlas
    1 Feb 2010 | 1:41 pm
    ——————————————————————————- 4 Lower-Body Exercises; Body-weight Leg, Butt & Thigh Workout for Women In this leg, butt and thigh exercise video clip, I bring you through a combination sequence of four body-weight exercises which stimulate the legs, glutes and thigh zones. These will also get the middle and lower back working as well. This mini-workout can be done as a solo exercise routine – or you can combine it with the other…

  • Why Women Get Better Results With Home Fitness Videos

    Joey Atlas
    29 Sep 2009 | 9:41 am
    Home Fitness Video Insight: Why Women Get Better Results With Home Fitness Videos - In this freebie, 15-minute audio interview. You get to eavesdrop on a private phone call I held with one of the few ‘Fitness for Women’ experts, who I trust, and trade female fitness secrets with… Listen in right here by clicking on the light green triangular ‘play’ button on the left: - If you are pressed for time be sure to get … Your Two FREE Home Fitness Videos right here

  • Mom’s Fat Loss Secret: How Siobhan Dropped 75 LBS of Fat

    Joey Atlas
    8 Jul 2009 | 2:13 pm
    _______________________________________________________________________ Women send us these types of success stories every day – But as you can understand, most of them ask me NOT to share them publicly. And I understandably agree. Fortunately, for every bunch of ‘private’ fat loss/fitness success stories I get – there is usually one person that allows me to share their story, publicly, on the blog – like this one below… Please share your thoughts and praise in the ‘comments’ section at the end – and please share the link to this page with…

  • Resveratrol Supplements: The Dirty Truth About Resveratrol

    Joey Atlas
    28 May 2009 | 10:28 am
    ____________________________________________________ Resveratrol Supplements: The Dirty Truth About Resveratrol Every few months – there is a “new kid on the block” when it comes to the next “magic pill” – and just like the recent crackdown on the rip-off Acai berry scam – each new supplement scam fades off into the sunset – only to be replaced by the next disappointing, money wasting “magic pill”… One of the current ‘new kids’ in the spotlight is Resveratrol – and I highlight today’s feature with a…

  • Can I Rock Your Body (Get You In Shape) Even Though I “Can’t Spell”?

    Joey Atlas
    22 May 2009 | 9:47 am
    ______________________________________________________ Can I Rock Your Body (Get You In Shape) Even Though I “Can’t Spell”? We get boatloads of email – EVERYDAY – here at Atlas Headquarters… And at least a few of them really grab our attention each day – each in their own special way. Here is one that provides as interesting perspective – and after reading it – you’ll have a better understanding of the title of today’s post. So, enjoy – and please feel free to share your thoughts and comments at the bottom of the…
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    A Weight Lifted

  • A Survivor’s Guide to Valentines Day

    Cindy
    9 Feb 2010 | 6:19 am
    Yes, that special day for lovers is upon us. When Hallmark, Whitman and FTD stocks soar.  The day where we all panic at the drugstore on our way home from work and take a moment from our busy, stress-filled lives to show that someone special we care — extra care — about them. With all its good intentions is Valentines Day really good for the heart? Or does it create just another opportunity to have your expectations blown? Does Valentines Day make you feel especially loved and appreciated, or do you end up head first in a pint of Ben Jerry’s? Here’s an entertaining piece…

  • Sasha & Malia on a Diet?

    Marsha
    8 Feb 2010 | 3:30 am
    Michele Obama recently made headlines by announcing that because her daughters were becoming overweight, she had made a few changes around their house.  Less television watching, switching to low-fat milk, water in their lunchboxes, more fruit and veggies at meals.  On the surface, seemingly admirable moves as it’s generally accepted that the eating habits and lifestyles of both children and adults in the U.S. have gotten out of whack. But do these moves towards more healthful living have to be tied to weight? Mrs. Obama’s disclosure was made in concert with the launch of a…

  • It Happened This Week: Go Red on Gluten-Free Friday!

    Marsha
    5 Feb 2010 | 3:30 am
    These gluten-free waffles look good enough to eat! Not everyone needs to be gluten free but many people discover through a food as medicine or functional nutrition/medicine exploration of their health, that it’s key for them.  So today’s post is a look at some gluten-free goings-on that caught our attention this week. Linda at KitchenTherapy intro’d her new Whole Grain, Gluten-free Quick Bread video series and is offering it at the amazing price of $9.95.  One of the problems with many gluten-free choices is that they are highly refined.  Linda shows us how to keep the…

  • Healthy Recipe Thursday! A Happy, Mindful Kitchen

    Chef Lisa
    4 Feb 2010 | 3:28 am
    For this week’s recipe, I wanted to step away from the food itself and take a good look at my workshop.  (As a carpenter’s daughter, I often catch myself referring to my cooking as “building” a dish, so the analogy is carrying over to my kitchen as well.  But I digress.)  Here on A Weight Lifted, we often write about mindfulness, and how it is a great tool to assist you in healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle in general.  GMFR’s Chef Jon and I like to carry that concept over to the process of cooking, as well. Any good cook is good at it because they like…

  • Diet Tools – Don’t Be One

    Robyn
    3 Feb 2010 | 3:30 am
    We had a pretty good discussion in class today about “diet tools.”  Diet tools are anything that we use to rigidly control our eating. They usually reinforce feelings of restriction and deprivation.  Common examples are food scales, obsessive food journaling, the bathroom scale, measuring cups and measuring spoons, etc.  Another less obvious “diet tool” may be people in our lives who focus too much on food, nutrition, weight loss, or what WE are eating (or not eating) to the point where it causes us to feel restricted. That said, not everyone responds to these…
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    The Sexual Health Blog

  • A day at the movies

    4 Feb 2010 | 2:48 pm
    I went to the movies during a weekday while my boyfriend was in town for a visit. We got some snacks, went into the theater and realized no one was there.

  • Links

    7 Jan 2010 | 7:19 am
    Links to other helpful sites!

  • At The Office: After Hours Affair

    2 Jan 2010 | 11:42 am
    I sighed. My fingers tap tap tapping at the keys on my mac pc. It was just my luck that I'd been called in to do over time. I picked up my starbucks

  • Online Dating Tips

    15 Dec 2009 | 10:43 am
    Online dating is a popular way to meet people now, find out what you should know and how to keep yourself safe.

  • Dating

    18 Nov 2009 | 2:11 pm
    Dating, such a complicated thing, if only there was a manual! This is as close as it gets!
 
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    The Great Skirt Hike

  • From a Great (Virtual) Skirt Hike(r): Inspiration Leads to Perspiration

    Vanessa
    2 Feb 2010 | 9:00 am
    Editors’ Note: we’re thrilled to have our first guest post from our good friend and former Atlantan, Vanessa. We think she has a pretty good perspective on muscling through the winter... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • We Love Wacky Wonderful Wicking Wear!

    Jill
    28 Jan 2010 | 8:00 am
    When shopping for atheletic wear you may notice gear tagged with all sorts of technical terms such as base-layer, anti-odor, microfiber, performance tee, quick dry, tagless, compression, etc. But... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • Pimento Cheese is My Kryptonite

    Beth
    24 Jan 2010 | 7:02 am
    I know I’m not alone. Just when you think you have your will-power locked down, someone lays a tub of pimento cheese and crackers in front of you and all sense of portion control and moderation... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • 10 Ways to Lower Grocery Bills and Improve Your Health

    Beth
    20 Dec 2009 | 10:53 am
    A couple weeks ago I was chatting with some folks on a Facebook thread about getting healthy, losing weight and money. In the long list of things that make it difficult to get into shape, being on a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

  • The Right Socks: A Party in Your Boots

    Jill
    7 Dec 2009 | 2:19 pm
    The Skirts have been hiking religiously for nearly seven months now and one thing I’ve learned is that we’re learning new things every day. You all may have picked up on the fact that one... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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