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By Jamie JeffersonJul 22, 20091 topic

Face Shape and Hairstyles: How to Choose the Right Cut for You

rnHave you ever had a hairstyle that made your face light up? That's what the right haircut can do for you. Because everyone's facial features are different, there aren't any completely hard-and-fast rules for what kinds of hairstyles will work best, but here are some good basic guidelines to choosing a style and cut that flatters and flaunts your natural beauty. Is your face round? For round faces, youâll want to minimize volume around your face as much as possible. Some o

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 17, 20091 topic

Mindful Eating: Four Must-Know Tips for Eating More Mindfully

Throw out your old notions of what you can and cannot eat. Through a process called mindful eating, you can eat what you love, enjoy it completely, and simply eat less of it because you slow down and pay attention while you are eating. Eating mindfully is eating with awareness. So many of us mindlessly eat in front of the television, while driving or while surfing on the Internet, and by doing so, we end up eating way more than we intended to eat. If you're eating while you a

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 15, 20091 topic

Five Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Families

You know the importance of serving your family a healthy breakfast, but there's often not a lot of time in the mornings. Here are a few simple and healthy breakfast recipes that you can have on the table in just minutes and that will give your family the nutrition they need. Cereal and soy milk Soy milk is full of healthy protein. Choose a cereal that has high fiber content and is free of high fructose corn syrup. Sprinkling some organic sugar over some plain cereal is often

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 1, 20091 topic

Can You Lose Weight with the Flat Belly Diet? Here's What You Need to Know

The flat belly diet is a new weight loss program that is taking the nation by storm. The diet is from the makers of Prevention magazine, and it's creating quite a buzz online as people everywhere gear up for swimsuit season. Like most diets, it has big claims for its weight loss powers but what is it exactly? According to the authors, it isn't exactly a "diet" but a better way of eating that you carry on long after the 32-day diet plan. By making the right changes to your die

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 25, 20091 topic

Creative Wedding Proposals: Memorable Ways to Pop the Question

Your marriage proposal is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to do something unique, memorable and amazing. Make your wedding proposal something that you and your friends will be talking about for years to come. Here are five creative proposal ideas: #1 â Online proposal website With so much of modern life revolving around the Internet, wedding proposal websites are becoming much more popular. These websites allow the groom to be creative, while mixing in a bit of the wow fac

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 11, 20091 topic

Teen Fitness: 5 Tips for Helping Busy Teens Stay Active

Kids love to romp around on the playground, but as they grow into their teenage years and their schedules get busier, lots of kids start spending more time with their computer screen or video game console than with their scooters or bicycles. nnBut teenagers can particularly benefit from the boost in energy and self-esteem that comes with staying physically active. Here are five tips for helping your kids stay active during their teenage years. nn1. Keep it low-pressure. You

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 9, 20091 topic

Addicted to Sugar? Here's Help

The jury is still out on just how bad too much processed sugar is for our bodies. But we have all experienced how too much sugar provides lots of non-nutritional calories and is bad for the teeth. Not to mention, it can make you feel hyperactive followed by a crash, which just makes you irritable and tired. nnHere are six tips to help you break your sugar addiction. nn1. Don't go cold turkey. It can be hard to cut out all added sugar and refined carbohydrates, no matter how m

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 8, 20091 topic

Run for Your Life: Tips for Developing a Lifelong Running Program

Running is a fantastic way to stay in shape. It's an exercise you can do anytime, anywhere (even when you are traveling). It builds cardiovascular endurance and muscle strength. And it can turn a sour mood around in 20 minutes or less. nnIf there is a downside to a long-term running regimen, it's the stress that it can create on your body. If you are serious about launching a lifelong running program, here are some tips to help you stay motivated and keep injuries to a minimu

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 29, 20091 topic

Deep Breathing and Visualization: Harnessing the Power

The real power of relaxation breathing comes when you combine deep breathing exercises with visualization exercises. As you take deep belly breaths, imagine yourself doing the things you want to do, effortlessly. Imagine yourself being the person you want to be. nnStudying Ancient disciplines such as Qi Gong can further help you use your breathing to induce a state of peaceful relaxation. Here are five techniques for combining breathing and visualization. nn One: Connected Br

Primary topic: Breathing and Breathwork

Breathing and Breathwork

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 28, 20091 topic

Relaxation Breathing: How to Harness the Power and Peace of Your Breath

Controlling your breathing has dynamic effects on your ability to calm yourself down in any situation. nnWhen you can learn how to harness the power of your breathe to both release the tension in your body as well as to restore balance to your mind, you will have a powerful relaxation technique that you can take anywhere, from the bus depot to the board room. nnHere's what you need to know as you begin breathing for relaxation.nn The Basics of Relaxation Breathing: Belly Brea

Primary topic: Breathing and Breathwork

Breathing and Breathwork

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 20, 20091 topic

The Joy of Dieting: Eight Ways Your Diet Can Be a Gift You Give to Yourself

The choices you make that benefit your health can also greatly benefit your mental state, your energy level, and your peace of mind. nnHere are eight great diet tips to help you see how maintaining a healthy weight and eating a nutritious diet are actually two of the best gifts you can give to yourself. nn1. The first step in seeing how all of your choices are interrelated is to keep a food diary. Record not just the food and drink that you consume, but how you felt when you

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 12, 20091 topic

Teaching Children to Cook: 6 Important Guidelines

Kids of all ages love to help in the kitchen. It's a great family activity and it fosters confidence and a sense of purpose as each child contributes to family life. Plus, your kids will be learning skills that they will draw upon throughout their lives. nnHere are six important guidelines to follow as you help your children learn to cook. nn1. It's important to emphasize safety first for all kids in the kitchen. Determine beforehand what kinds of jobs will be appropriate for

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 6, 20091 topic

Making Fitness Fun: 11 Ways to Mix Up Your Exercise Routine

Getting (or staying) fit doesn't have to be a drag. Here are 11 ways to mix up your exercise routine to make it fun again. nn1. Sign up for an event. It can be a 5K or a marathon; a fun run (which you can run or walk) a bike race or a triathlon. First, set a realistic goal and then enter an event that's a few months away. Training for an event is fun and it's a great way to meet people, too, if you train for the event together. nn2. Get your family involved. If your kids are

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 30, 20091 topic

8 Great Online Tools to Help You Get Fit

Sure, you'll have to do the sweating yourself, but the Internet has a huge variety of tools and resources that can help you to get and stay fit. nnHere are some ways to use the power of the Internet to achieve your fitness goals: nn1. Find a group of people who are training for an event. Training for a series of events each year can be one of the best ways to stay motivated over a long period of time. With the Internet, you can find a group of people in your area who are trai

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 29, 20091 topic

What if Someone Reads My Journal? Tips for Keeping Your Diary Private

There is a profound vulnerability that comes with putting your deepest feelings in black and white. nnHere are some ways that people who keep personal journals and diaries have handled the issue of privacy. See if you can combine these ideas in a way that makes you feel comfortable keeping your own honest personal journal. nn1. Start each journal with a blank page or a page that indicates your desire for the journal to not be read. nn2. Use abbreviations or shorthand when you

Primary topic: Writing Tools

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 22, 20091 topic

How to Run Faster: 7 Tips

When I first got my GPS device, I loved how it detailed exactly how fast I ran, for how long, and how much elevation I gained. I loved its charts and graphs that I could download to my computer to analyze my workout. But what didn't I love? The proof, right there in black and white, that what I thought of as a fast run was really more of a jog, and that the "big hill" that was slowing me down was really only about 200 feet in elevation. nnReality checks are nice every now and

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 20, 20091 topic

4 Ways to Eat Less Sugar

The jury is still out on just how bad too much processed sugar is for our bodies. But we have all experienced how too much sugar provides lots of non-nutritional calories and is bad for your teeth. Not to mention, it can make your body feel hyperactive, followed by a crash, which can make you irritable and tired. nnThe World Health Organization recommends reducing our sugar intake to less than 10 percent of total caloric intake. That means that if you eat 2,000 calories each

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 15, 20091 topic

Helping Kids Care for the Earth: Ideas for Earth Day and Beyond

Earth Day is April 22, and while it's important to get involved on this day, there are things we can do as families that will make a huge impact throughout the year. nnIt starts with helping our kids to celebrate the world in which we live, and it continues with helping them to love it so much that they want to do everything they can to help protect it. Here are six ideas to help your kids celebrate and care for our earth: nn1. Get out and enjoy it. Researchers are now saying

Primary topic: Environmental and Green Living

Environmental and Green Living

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 14, 20091 topic

Internet Safety for Kids: 10 Guidelines to Help You Protect Your Children Online

Many kids these days are technically savvy, and their abilities on a keyboard often develop more quickly than their ability to recognize a potential threat. A young person's innocence and natural sense of trust can put her into dangerous situations, especially online, where everyone is virtually anonymous. nnHere are ten tips to help you protect your kids when they are using the internet: nn1. Install a filter or firewall so that your child can't access potentially harmful si

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 6, 20091 topic

Your Easy Guide to Portion Size: Lose Weight by Eating Proper Portions

You may know the calorie count (per portion) of every food in your cupboard, but if you don't know the correct portion size, you may still be consuming way more calories than you think. nnHere are some visual cues and helpful tips to help you dish up the proper portion sizes for you and your family. nn Visual Cues nnMeat: One portion is 3 to 4 ounces, which is roughly the size of a deck of playing cards or the palm of your hand. nnCheese: One portion is about the size as a pa

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 3, 20091 topic

10 Quick Stress Reduction Tips: Things You Can Do Right Now

Feeling stressed? Here are ten things that you can do right now to help you relieve your stress. nn1. Make sure you are getting enough sleep. Sleep does so much to help the mind and body deal with stress. If you aren't getting enough, make it a priority to change your evening habits so that you get solid sleep at night. If nothing seems to be working, get professional help. Your physician may have some ideas you haven't tried. nn2. Make sure you are eating right. If, by noon,

Primary topic: Stress Management

Stress Management

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 2, 20091 topic

4 Anxiety Management Techniques You Can Start Using Today

Anxiety is a serious medical condition that, if left untreated, can be a long-term problem. It can affect your mental outlook and your physical health. Fortunately, there are some very simple things that you can do to reduce anxiety in your life and feel more positive.nnAnxiety can be triggered in a variety of ways. It's often triggered by stress from your work or home life. And some people are simply more prone to anxiety in their lives. They may have patterns of negative th

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 25, 20091 topic

Got Spring Fever? Here are 11 Remedies

Are you feeling restless and cooped up after a long winter? Even if the weather isn't quite balmy yet, get out and enjoy the longer days and the intermittent sunshine. Here are 11 spring fever remedies: nn1. Go for a spring hike. We love to take a backpack filled with treats to eat and a thermos of lemonade or hot chocolate (depending on the temperature of the spring day we have chosen.) Have your kids take along their nature journals and, as you prepare the picnic lunch or s

Primary topic: Digestive Wellness

Digestive Wellness

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 19, 20091 topic

6 Simple Ways to Help Your Family Eat Healthier

If you can help your children to adopt a wholesome diet when they are young, you really help set them up for a lifetime of healthy living. Here are six simple ways to help you create healthier meals and snacks for your family. nn 1. Be the change. One of the most important things that you can do is to adopt healthy changes yourself. When you begin to eat more healthy foods, you will naturally exude more energy and you will likely be excited to share the abundance of fruits, v

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 16, 20091 topic

What is a Panic Attack? Symptoms and Treatment Options

If you have ever had a true panic attack, you know why it has been described as one of life's most frightening experiences.nnPanic attacks tend to come on very suddenly and may or may not have a clearly apparent cause. The body is essentially having a flight-or-fight response, but in a situation where it would not be expected or warranted. These panic attacks can happen anywhere, from the car, to the grocery store, to the workplace. nnA panic attack can be so unnerving that,

Primary topic: Anxiety

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 11, 20091 topic

Fun Rainy Day Activities for Kids

Give these activities a try the next time you need to keep your kids indoors. They'll keep the kids happy and keep you from tearing your hair out.nnFreeze Dance. This activity is fun for all ages and really gets kids moving. Pick a favorite song or CD and then instruct your children to dance around. Fast music usually works best for this game because of the contrast between their movements and the freezing. Stop the music at intermittent times. You can either play with an eli

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonFeb 11, 20091 topic

Weight Loss Tips for Vegetarians

If you are a vegetarian and want to lose weight, there are some simple tweaks that you can make to the basic vegetarian diet to help you shed pounds.nnVegetarian cuisine includes some of the healthiest food in the world. Salads, vegetable soups, fruits and whole grain breads are all vegetarian. However, grilled cheese sandwiches and baked potatoes with sour cream are, too! Being a vegetarian doesn't automatically mean that you'll lose weight. To shed pounds you'll need to adj

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonFeb 9, 20091 topic

Treadmill Workouts: Maximize Calorie Burn

Running is a great way to burn calories and increase cardiovascular fitness. But when bad weather hits and you take a day off, it can lead to two and three and four days off, and before you know it, you can easily slip out of your running routine. nnThat's why many runners turn to the treadmill, either a quality in-home machine or a machine at the gym.nnTreadmills are nice because you can run anytime, day or night, regardless of the weather. And it can actually be safer than

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 19, 20081 topic

Organize Your Closet: 5 Tips You Can Use Today

Closet space is a precious commodity in most homes. Taking the time to get organized will give you more storage space, help you save time and give you a sense of accomplishment. nnWhen your closets are organized, you can find the things that you are looking for in the blink of an eye. You'll know exactly what you have in your closets and you won't make the mistake of buying something you didn't think you already had. nnBy following these tips, you'll be able to get any type o

Primary topic: Organizing and Learning How to Organize

Organizing and Learning How to Organize

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 17, 20081 topic

Treadmill Buying Advice: 5 Tips

Buying a treadmill is a great thing to do for your health. With your own treadmill, you can get exercise any time you want to, no matter what the weather. But a treadmill is a big investment. nnIf you plan on spending upwards of $1500 for a decent machine, you want to make sure that you choose wisely. Follow these steps to get the right treadmill for you and you'll be on your way to better health.nn1. Think about your health goals.nIf you are going to be training for a marath

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 15, 20081 topic

Maintaining Your Weight Loss: 3 Tips

It's common knowledge that most people who lose weight end up gaining it back. That's because very few people take time to maintain their weight loss. They spend a lot of time and energy on the diet and then once they reach their goal weight, they normally give up on their dieting rules and slowly start to gain weight. If you want to lose weight and keep it off, you need to develop a plan for staying at or below your goal weight.nn1. Maintaining weight loss starts with losing

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 11, 20081 topic

Overcoming Weight Loss Plateaus

Weight loss plateaus can give even the most positive dieter something to complain about. You're following your plan and exercising and then - all of a sudden - nothing works anymore! Try as hard as you might, you can't lose any more weight. It feels like your body is revolting against you. nnBefore you throw in the towel and drown your sorrows in fudge cake, try the following tips. The will get your diet back on the right track and those numbers on the scale going down again.

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 18, 20081 topic

4 Diet and Exercise Tips for the Holidays

Don't let your diet derail during the holidays. Sure, you'll be surrounded by high-fat, high-calorie treats. But you can successfully navigate this season of indulgence with the help of these tips: nn 1. Adopt the right attitude. nOne of the reasons so many people gain weight during this season is because they allow themselves to let go of their regular eating patterns. They figure that they will be gaining weight anyway so why not indulge in their holiday favorites? Don&#821

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 10, 20081 topic

Gift Ideas for a New Dad

Becoming a father is an exciting event. Although much of the attention is on the new mother during this time, it's just as important to give some special attention to the father. You can make your new dad gift part of a baby shower gift for both parents, or you can give special attention to your favorite new father after the baby is born. nnBefore the baby is born, a new dad may be full of questions and concerns. You can calm his worries with a book. Dozens of books speak dir

Primary topic: Family

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 5, 20081 topic

Work At Home Mom Tips: Entertaining Small Children When Working From Home

Working at home with children can be a challenge. But with a little planning and some creative ideas, you can get your work done while still raising happy, healthy kids. nnHere are some tips for keeping the kids entertained while you get some work done. nn1. Know your limits.nBefore you start trying to cram as much work in during your child's waking hours, be realistic about how much work you can get done. While it's reasonable that you'll be able to spend a few hours working

Primary topic: Home Business

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 30, 20081 topic

Car Travel Games: 6 Quick And Easy Ideas

Nothing makes a road trip creep along more than having a car full of bored children. If you heard “Are we there yet?” a few too many times on your last trip, here are some ideas for fun travel games. nn 1. The License Plate Game. This classic will have your children busy looking at cars and learning a little about geography at the same time. Before you head out on your trip, print out a list of all 50 states and give a copy to each of your kids. You can have them

Primary topic: Travel

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 29, 20081 topic

9 Cheap And Fun Date Ideas

If you can't afford the stereotypical date of dinner out at a fancy restaurant, don't worry. There are plenty of things that you and your loved one can do on a very limited budget. nnWhether you're taking out someone special, rekindling the romance with your spouse or planning a night out with another couple, use these ideas for inspiration.nn1. A picnic in the park. Few dates are as romantic as the simple picnic in the park. Pack a basket with some strawberries, homemade san

Primary topic: Dating

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 27, 20081 topic

Entertaining On A Budget: Simple Tips For A Memorable And Inexpensive Evening

Everyone likes to get together with a group of friends, but these days going out to a restaurant together can be pricey. If you're trying to save money and your friends are trying to do the same, try entertaining in your home. nnYou don't have to spend a whole lot to have a fun evening in. The next time you want to have some friends over, try out a few of these ideas. You won't spend a whole lot, and the memories you'll make together will be well worth it.nnBefore you decide

Primary topic: Friendship & Loneliness

Friendship & Loneliness

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 16, 20081 topic

Making Reading Fun For Kids: Six Tips

Inspiring your child to read is one of the most important things that you can do as a parent. With a love of reading, your child will have a critical tool for success. nnHere are six tips to help get your children to tune out the television and tune into books. nn 1. Really explore their interests. nTalk to your child's teacher about recommendations for books that would be particularly well-suited for your children and that might touch on current or future topics of classroom

Primary topic: Child Development

Child Development

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 30, 20081 topic

Five Secrets For Staying Motivated In Your Exercise Program

Exercise is a great way to lose weight and stay healthy. But all of those benefits won't matter at all if you aren't getting your exercise done. The most important part of exercising is sticking with your program. nnWe all know how easy it is to put off exercise, especially if you have a busy life, but here are five key ways to keep yourself motivated:nn1. Track your progress. nFind a method to track how many miles you've walked, how many calories you've burned or how many st

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 17, 20081 topic

Exercise Sneak-Ins: Quick, Easy And Everyday Ways to Incorporate More Exercise Into Your Routine

It's no secret that most of us need to get more exercise on a daily basis. But if you think that this means scheduling time at the gym and spending all of your free hours on a treadmill, think again! Here are some simple ways to incorporate more movement into your daily activities. nnThe first technique is to walk whenever you can. Park farther away from your office or your destination than you normally would. You can get a lot of exercise by trekking across the parking lot.

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 10, 20081 topic

4 Ways To Save Money On Dental Care

Dental care is something that everybody needs but it's not always affordable. If you (or the members of your family) need dental care and you don't have dental insurance, there are a few things that you can do to save money. By following these tips, you can get the services you need without spending your entire paycheck on your teeth.nn1. Consider going to a local dental school that offers cleanings and services at a discount. Dentists and dental assistants have to learn some

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 5, 20081 topic

Balancing Childcare And Housework With Your Spouse: Help For Working Moms

I'm sure I don't have to tell you that being a working mom is a challenge on many levels. In addition to meeting the demands of your career, you also need to balance your obligations to your family and your home. nnOne important key to being a successful working mom is to work closely with your spouse. If both parents approach childcare and housework as a team, you will both be able to get more things done each and every week (and you'll have more fun, too). Here are some tip

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 30, 20081 topic

Negative Heel Shoes: Why You Might Want A Pair

Everything old is new again. That old adage certainly applies when it comes to negative heel shoes. This popular trend from the 1970s is back and more popular than ever. After years of suffering wearing high heels or other elevated shoes, many people are experiencing the relaxation and rejuvenation that can be experienced when wearing negative heel shoes.nnThe philosophy behind negative heel shoe design is simple: instead of forcing the body into an unnatural state, why not a

Primary topic: Back and Neck Pain

Back and Neck Pain

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 27, 20081 topic

Keeping Your Brain Healthy While You Age: Five Tips to Help You Stay Sharp

Recent scientific discoveries have shown that the body is not the only thing that ages as we grow old. Your brain can also experience the effects of aging, especially if you don't take steps to keep it healthy. The following five suggestions will help you stay sharp. nn1. Eating for Brain Health. Your brain relies on the foods that you eat, as well as the rest that you get, in order to work properly. It's important to eat a well-balanced diet. Eating foods considered to be "b

Primary topic: Brain Enhancement

Brain Enhancement

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 21, 20081 topic

Clutter-free Gift Ideas: Five Gifts That Won't End Up In A Yard Sale

No one wants to accumulate more clutter, but that's what a lot of people end up with after birthdays and holidays. nnIf you want to give gifts that are sure to be appreciated (and not donated in the next yard sale), consider the following five clutter-free gift ideas. nn1. The most obvious type of clutter-free gift is the gift card. While these cards have become somewhat equated with thinking of a gift idea at the last minute, they are still appreciated by people who are look

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 11, 20081 topic

The Potential Of Using Yoga For Weight Loss

Let's face it: a lot of people have a severe misunderstanding of yoga. For every one person who knows how effective yoga can be in maintaining a positive outlook, improving posture and digestion, staying in good health, and maintaining a high level energy just to get you through the day, there are probably a dozen skeptics who think it is all just new age baloney. nnMaybe we can't convince everybody that yoga is much more than ineffective hippie stuff, but if we can summarize

Primary topic: Yoga

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 10, 20081 topic

.Start the Learning Now: Six Ideas for Helping Your Preschooler Learn

If you have a preschool age child, you can take steps to build their skills and prepare them for their educational future. By starting simple learning activities at this age, you'll be able to enrich your child's life and help them grow on a variety of different levels.nn1. The most important thing to remember when teaching your preschool age child is to have fun. They don't need a whole lot of structure and instruction at this stage. Your primary goal is to introduce them to

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 8, 20081 topic

How to Give Great Gifts: 8 Easy Tips for Birthdays and Holidays

If you look upon gift-giving occasions with dread, you need a primer in how to be a good gift giver. Here are eight simple tips for choosing the right gift each and every time. nn1. Keep a running list of gift ideas for the most important people in your life. nThe most important piece of advice is this: Dedicate a page in your daily calendar or journal for jotting down ideas throughout the year. When your family and friends mention that something would be nice to have, write

Primary topic: Friendship & Loneliness

Friendship & Loneliness

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 23, 20081 topic

Treadmill Workout Tips For Weight Loss

Treadmills are great tools to maintain a consistent and challenging exercise regimen. Treadmill workouts are safe and convenient, and you can do them any time of the day and any time of the year. nnThe more consistently you are able to complete your exercise program, the more successful you are going to be in your fitness and weight loss goals. nnWhen you consistently run or walk on your treadmill, you will enjoy the benefits of good cardiovascular exercise: along with burnin

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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