Archive for January, 2009

What is Perimenopause?

People normally think that menopause is the time when a woman’s periods begin to decrease and her production of reproductive hormones slow. However the truth is menopause means the time from the last period counting forward twelve months. Read the rest of this entry »


The Basics of Plastic Surgery

Plastic surgery is becoming more and more common. There are a dozen television shows devoted to people getting plastic surgery. There are people getting plastic surgery to look younger, plastic surgery to look better, or plastic surgery to look like their favorite movie star. But plastic surgery is serious business, and this overview can help you decide If it is right for you. Read the rest of this entry »


Average Cost of a Tummy Tuck

Dieting and proper exercise has been recommended as being the most effective combination for weight loss and a slimmer body. Despite this, there are still a significant number of people who choose to go under the knife. And one of the most common procedures for getting rid of that excess fat is known as abdominoplasty, or the tummy tuck. In 2008, about 150,000 men and women had this, making it the fifth most popular surgical cosmetic procedure in the US. How does it work? Read the rest of this entry »


Women’s Role in Society

The 18th and early 19th century consisted of an agricultural society wherein the family worked as a unit, each contributing to the growth and prosperity of the unit. Education and healthcare was provided within the home. Every member of the household was engaged in a skill that would enhance their economic viability. These values were an integral part of their life and their success was measured by how industrious they could be. Read the rest of this entry »


How to Figure Out Your Bra Size

For no apparent reason, finding out your bra size has always been some huge mystery. Now, why is that? Finding your true bra size needs to be simple for any and every woman. It is an essential key to looking good in your clothing and lingerie! While there is no idiot proof system, I will give you some expert pointers so you can make your sexy lingerie purchase with confidence and know that whatever you buy will fit you like a glove. Read the rest of this entry »

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The Health Hazards of Skipping Lunch

Do you hectically work through lunch, rushing around with no time to refuel? Do you think you are fine because you don’t feel miserable? What people don’t realize is that they need to give their system more energy every four to five hours. When extremely busy, an adrenaline rush may mask hunger signals. But the body will start to suffer with no immediate source of glucose, which many of the body’s cells need to function normally (most importantly, the brain!) It’s comparable to not getting enough sleep and believing it’s fine: When you are so used to feeling the way you feel, you can’t imagine how much better you would feel if you were well-rested and well-fed! Read the rest of this entry »


The Fix For Skipping Lunch

If you find that your day becomes too hectic to always make time for lunch, planing ahead works wonders to keep yourself hydrated and nourished whenever you have just a few minutes to spare. Read the rest of this entry »


Getting Teens to Eat Their Raw Foods

In this article, Happy Oasis shares on getting family members and especially teens interested in trying raw foods. There is great advice here.

Kevin: Ann has a question. She has a husband and a 14 year old daughter. She’s trying to let them know how important raw foods are. They don’t seem to understand and she doesn’t know how to explain it to them. She frustrated. What can you tell her? Read the rest of this entry »


A Can of Salmon Can Help Jump Start a Healthy Lifestyle

When selecting what types of fish to incorporate into a regular diet it is best to aim for fattier fish like salmon, trout, and tuna because they have the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids. These necessary polyunsaturated fatty acids cannot be naturally produced in the human body so we must look to food to provide it for us. Omega-3 fatty acids work wonders for the cardiovascular system by acting as an anti-clotting, anti-inflammatory, and anti-arrhythmic. These qualities make sure the whole body receives all of the rich, oxygenated blood it needs and protects against heart disease. Canned salmon omega-3 fatty acids provide all of these benefits as well as a little added calcium if a person purchases a can containing bones. Read the rest of this entry »


The Benefits of ADD Herbal Supplements

ADD herbal supplements are becoming increasingly more popular. The reason for this is that parents of ADD children and adults with ADD do not want to run the risk of the side effects of many prescribed drugs. Read the rest of this entry »