Blind dates: They’re the butt of comedians’ jokes, a nightmare when you’re single or perhaps – and we wouldn’t hold our breath on this one – how some meet their true love. When friends want to play matchmaker for their single buddies, there are a few rules of thumb that…
The title of “working mom” could be applied to any mother — as we all know, raising children is a full-time job in itself. For those who also work outside the home, the tug of war between mommyhood and a 9-to-5 job can be downright exhausting. If you want to…
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by Pamela Sosnowski Versatile, packed with nutrients and containing only 75 calories each, eggs may just be one of the most perfect diet foods readily available. Unfortunately, many believe that eggs are a “bad food” and should be avoided: A 2008 survey conducted by the Egg Nutrition Center found that…
Individuals who buy into the idea of raw foodism promote a diet of uncooked, unprocessed and sometimes organic foods. Depending on which form of the diet you are indulging in, the peak temperature ranges between 92 and 116 degrees, but never any higher than that. The philosophy of individuals who…
A great way to cut calories is to make smart substitutions. Dieting isn’t about deprivation, but it is about making choices that will help you get the most bang for your calorie buck. Most people fail to realize just how fast things can go bad. For example, say you want…
Ever feel like you’re a few sandwiches short of a picnic? While you may have plenty of food, you might be lacking the proper gear to make your picnic a success. In reality, a picnic is whatever you make it. So you can fly by the seat of your pants……
Choosing the proper fitness attire is important for both comfort and safety. Whether you prefer loose t-shirts and shorts or tighter tees and spandex, make sure it feels good to you and that it’s appropriate for the activity you are doing. The most important thing to remember when dressing for…
Remember the embarrassment of having to insist your date come in to meet your parents? Or the anticipation of sitting by the phone waiting for a boy to call – then intercepting said call before one of your parents picked up and found a boy on the other end? For…
Having pearly white teeth is a great reason to smile. It seems like over time your teeth tend to form that yellowish build-up that’s none too pleasing to the eyes. Before taking a bite out of your teeth-whitening options, it’s important to consider what causes teeth discoloration. Believe it or…
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Grilling is a time-honored tradition enjoyed by many families. Barbequing is great especially during the summer months or whenever the weather outside is warm. Grilling is also enjoyable because it is a relatively fast process (depending on the type of grill you have), and the food tastes great, too! Grilling…