Desk-ercizes
Our bodies aren’t meant to sit still for long periods. Yet it’s easy for hours to go by without getting up from your chair. In the short term, this may not be a problem....
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Making Me Time
With work, family, and other obligations, time for you can be hard to come by. Yet, research shows that those who set aside a relaxation period each day are happier and more productive. Try...
A beauty goldmine
Some years ago, the unveiling of one particular face cream was deemed so momentous that the beauty press was flown all the wy to Tokyo to witness it. The real significance of the even...
Brew Up Some Comfort
The weather outside may be frightful, but the easiest way to make it more delightful is home–brewing a hot, soothing beverage. And with these ideas, you can indulge without piling on the pounds: Herbal...
Your Health Checklist 2012
There’s a perfect time for everything in life – including improving your health. Winter (December – March) Brew a pot of liquorice tea It might raise your energy, January is the windiest month and...
Finding the Right Gift: Priceless
Finding the perfect gift can be difficult — and pricey. But it doesn’t have to be. A gift that comes from the heart can be even more precious than one specially selected off the...
The road to recovery
Tips on the best way to tackle sports injuries Avoiding Injury Pre-hap is better than rehab. By recognizing your weaknesses you can train away red flags before they become problems. Dramatic increases in the...
The Pills That Can Make You Look Younger
Two new “youth” supplements are making tantalizing promises: fewer wrinkles and no grey hairs. Experts find out if it can possibly be true. It sound like the stuff of science-fiction movies: the pill you...
Spotlight on Diabesity
The Lowdown There are 2.8 million people in the UK diagnosed with diabetes and an estimated 850,000 people who have the condition but don’t know it. What’s worrying experts most is that Type 2...
Out of the Goodness of Your Heart
What better way to express your love to those close to your heart than celebrating with ruby–hued foods that benefit body and soul: Red apples. They contain quercetin, an antioxidant that may help reduce...
Hysterectomy
Hysterectomies are among the most common surgical procedures give to women: 600,000 a year are performed in the USA alone. But, are these operations necessary, or simply the easiest option to offer? A hysterectomy...
Are Vitamins and Supplements really necessary?
Most of us do not get all the vitamins and minerals that our bodies need for many reasons and this can be the cause of a large array of minor and major ailments. How...
Ways to Prevent Breast Cancer
Think twice about HRT Although hormone replacement therapy (HRT) was once considered a cure-all for a woman in menopause, we now know better. Research has concluded that this supposed “anti-aging” treatment can increase your...
Toxins and Pollutants
Toxicity surrounds us – it’s the air, the water, and the soil. I urge you to take responsibility for reducing the toxic load on your body by following a few simple lifestyle rules. EAT...
Get to Know Your Breasts
“Knowing” your breasts is essential if you’re to spot when something changes. Examine them at least monthly, ideally seven to ten days after our period begins. This will allow the breast tissue to “settle”...
A World of Whole Grains
Freekeh Origin: Middle East. Health Benefit: Kernels are harvested while young, so freekeh has a higher concentration of vitamins and minerals than brown rice – and up to four times the fiber. Use: As...
Couple Up
Research by the University of Denver found that couples who spend time together — free of financial, family, or other stresses — are more likely to survive any marital or partnership crisis. One way...
Lean for Life
No need to obsess over every calorie! We found little doable moves that keep pounds away for good. Sip on. Forget the vending machine and take care of afternoon munchies with a mug of...
A Massage for Your PMS
… and other surprising down-there cures from around the world. From Japan – SHIATSU Good for Cramps How it works Shiatsu, Japanese for “finger pressure’, is an acupressure massage aimed at stimulating the meridians...
Take It Outside
Even if the temperature has dipped and frozen powder covers the landscape, the great outdoors can still be your playground. A little preparation will let you stay active and have fun in the winter...
Food for Thought
Can what you eat make you smarter? Research shows that some food may directly affect brain performance. By feeding your body the right nutrients, you may improve memory, stabilize emotions, and boost IQ. Protein:...
Blue Ribbon Zucchini Carrot Apple Bread
Leave this country loaf unfrosted for a home-spun look or top it with a light coat of luscious cream cheese icing for company. Like most quick breads, this bakes one large or two smaller...
Carrot Pecan Cake
STREUSEL ¼ cup unsalted butter ½ cup finely chopped pecans ¼ cup butterscotch chips 1/3 cup miniature marshmallows 1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed CAKE 1 cup unsalted butter 2½ cups sugar 5 eggs...
Double Chocolate Red Beet Cake
This cake is a whole new ball game: a decadently, deeply chocolate cake, made extra moist with sour cream and the natural red goodness of beets. 2 large beets ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened...
Salted Peanut and Caramel Banana Bread
Marrying banana bread with the upbeat flavor duo of salty and sweet (peanuts and caramel) demonstrates how classic baking can become cutting edge with a few twists and tweaks. ½ cup unsalted butter, room...
Eat your veggies and have your cake too
FOR MANY PEOPLE, quick breads and rustic muffins with grated or puréed fruit or vegetables are defined by either classic banana bread or the wunderkind of the first wave of ’70s California cuisine, carrot...
Foods to protect your immune system
AT THE MOST basic level, the function of the immune system is to protect us from the harmful effects of noxious agents, including bacteria, viruses, environmental contaminants and a whole host of toxic products,...
February – American Heart Month
It’s that time of year when the heart comes into focus, and for good reason. It’s about more than just chocolate, valentines, and expressions of love. Your heart is a key element of good...
Reduce Energy and Your Budget
Despite high heating costs, you can keep your electric bills down — while maintaining a warm and cozy home. Try some of these energy–saving, cost–effective tips: Install a digital thermostat. Preprogram it to a...
Smart Ways to Stay Well
Medical Test O’s Ovarian cancer is scary, but for women with no special risk factors, screening may do more harm than good. In a recent study, those who had annual transvaginal ultrasounds and testing...