163) 4 REASONS WHY YOU DON'T HAVE THE DESIRED BODY SHAPE

You watch what you eat and make sure it is a healthy diet.  Your shelf is full of vitamins, green teas and protein shakes.  You have been diligently exercising for the past six months.  And yet, your body shape did not get any better.  Now why is that?

162) HOW TO CHOOSE HEALTHY TAKEAWAY FOOD

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Do you sometimes think that you could do better when it comes to takeaway foods?  

HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR LOVE IS TRUE

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Marriage = Happiness.  That's it in a nutshell.  But is it really just that?  To the discerning eye, there are many more layers to this simple statement.

160) PREVENTION TIPS FOR VARICOSE VEINS

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Women and also men can develop varicose veins due to the following reasons:-

159) ICE TEA - A DANGER TO YOUR KIDNEY?

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Since we have hot weather all year round in these neck of the woods, it is not surprising that ice cold drinks are very popular choices as thirst quenchers. 

158) NATURE'S BEAUTY-THE ROSE

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A blooming rose exudes beauty with it's soft velvety petals and intoxicating fragrance that has captivated especially people who are in love since it was discovered in the United States in the 16th century.

157) WHY YOU SHOULD NOT IGNORE THESE PAINS

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Having my fair share of muscle aches and pains due to sprains, falls and illnesses, I would say that we have to be vigilant about what forms of pain that signals something is wrong with our bodies.

156) THE FACTS AND MYTHS ABOUT ARTHRITIS AND JOINT PAIN

Here are some myths about arthritis and joint pains that you may have heard of and to know  the facts,  too.

155) DOES SUGAR MAKES YOU LESS SMART?

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Too much sugar is known to lead to obesity and diabetes.  Sugar is a also a quick source of energy.  

But the medical professionals discourage high calorie diets as they have the notion that excessive amounts of sugar would only accumulate in the muscles, liver and the fatty tissues.

154) DO YOU SMELL AS YOU GET OLDER?

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The general thought that when people age, they smell.  Read on and find out how way off that thinking can be.

153) IS THERE SUCH A THING AS ZERO CALORIE FOOD?

A diet rich in soy and whey protein, found in products such as soy milk and low-fat yogurt, has been shown to reduce breast cancer incidence in rats. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Right off the bat, the answer is, "No, there is no such thing as a zero calorie food."

151) SHAPING YOUR EYEBROWS

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Besides a good hair cut and style, well-plucked eyebrows can give you a well groomed appearance. And this applies to the men too.

152) WHAT IS METABOLISM AND HOW TO BOOST IT?

Metabolism is the rate at which your body uses energy and expends calories.   And to lose weight, all you have to do is increase your metabolism. Sounds straightforward, doesn't it?

150) SPARSE BROWS? HOW TO FILL IT IN.

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"Every woman needs to fill in her brows as part of her normal beauty routine."  This is what the beauty experts are saying.  

149) ARE YOU LEADING A SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE?

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When you are young, you may be very active in sports or keeping fit by doing aerobics, going to the gym two or three times a week or jogging in the park.

148) HOW TO WEAR FALSE EYELASHES

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Celebrities use it and ordinary women use it, too.  False eyelashes that is.

147) MAKEUP TIPS FOR ASIAN WOMEN

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Every woman has her own unique personality that she wants to show off in the best possible light.

146) FOUR TYPES OF FOOD YOU SHOULD NOT BE EATING

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"Should not eat" or "Never eat" sounds so final doesn't it?  Well, there is some truth in these words of warning especially if you are not as young as you were say, 20 years ago.

145) 14 HEALTH TIPS FOR TRAVELLERS

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Do you always find yourself rushing through a meal because you have to travel frequently?

144) FIVE FINGERNAIL FAUX PAS

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Your fingernails can tell on you.  Like it or not, people will form an opinion when they look at the condition of your nails. 

143) 5 BEAUTY DON'T

Sometimes you may not be aware that you have committed a beauty don't until you read about it in a fashion magazine, watched  a show about hair or makeup.  

The question is, will you take their advise, admit to it or ignore it just because?

142) 5 BEAUTY DO'S

If you view yourself as a beauty forward person, the secret to staying ahead of the pack is to consistently placing a beautifully manicured finger on the pulsating vibe of beauty, catching the trend before it has the chance to roll out on the makeup artist's brush.

141) MY WORST DRESSED CELEBS FOR THE 2012 EMMYS

On such a glamorous night as the Emmys, there will always be celebrities who did not get it right on the red carpet.  Here are some of them who really need some help in the style department.  What do you think?

140) MY BEST DRESSED CELEBS AT THE 2012 EMMYS

I am always a fan of the Emmy red carpet.  Celebrities get to glam up for the event.

138) BENEFITS OF GRAPESEED OIL FOR YOUR SKIN

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If you are a woman in need of an oil that will be beneficial to your skin not just the body but also the face, try grape seed oil.  And the bonus is, it does not cost you the bomb.

139) IS BROWN SUGAR HEALTHIER THAN WHITE SUGAR?

Brown sugar examples: Muscovado (top), dark brown (left), golden brown (right) (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

We were introduced to the taste of sweet from the time we were infants.  Remember Woodward Gripe Water that every mom would give to their babies after bath time?

137) IS DRINKING HOT WATER GOOD FOR YOU?

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People who like to drink cold water or prefer

flavored water may not be jumping for joy

about drinking hot water.    But if you are the

type of person who is concerned with health, 

and choose to be informed, then read on.

136) IS RED WINE GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH?

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I am not a wine drinker but I am able to finish almost one glass at social functions before I quit since that is when I will start feeling the buzz.  I hit my limit at one glass.  Is that one too many?

135) WANT TO FEEL FULL, NOT FAT?

We all have been there -The feeling of not being satisfied after a meal? Or shortly after filling up your stomach,  you head for the fridge or kitchen cupboard looking for a snack bar to curb the sudden craving.  I hear you......

134) COMMON FOOT PROBLEMS

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Warning:

Please do not to read this article while you are enjoying a cup of coffee or a delicious meal.

133) CELEBRITIES FEET-SIDE EFFECTS OF WEARING HIGH HEELS

I love and admire celebrities who wear super high heels to look glamorous and elegant in their long flowing glittery gowns while they sashay down the red carpet and pose seductively for the paparazis. Now I have come to realize that there is a certain price to pay for fashion and style.