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Sleep and Lose Weight

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Nope, this is not the latest “fad” diet. Scientific research has been done on the effects of sleeping and how it can affect your weight. Researchers have said the amount of sleep — or the quality of your sleep — may actually affect a hormonal response that is tied directly in to your appetite. Doctors [...]

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5 Dating Mistakes That Women Make With Men

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Today’s guest post is by Michael Webb, known as “The World’s Most Romantic Man.” Michael has appeared on over 500 radio and television shows including Oprah. He has been featured in practically every major newspaper and the nation’s top magazines like Men’s Health, Bridal Guide, Cosmopolitan, New Man, Women’s Day, Family Circle and dozens others… [...]

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Melt Your Belly Fat

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I admit it, I want six-pack abs. And I know I have a good beginning, under that irritating layer of fat. Guess what? If you’ve had babies or too many beers — or if you’re simply over 30 — you may have the same situation I do. So is there anything you can do about [...]

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Stress-Busting Foods

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Did you know that eating certain foods can help you beat stress and keep it at bay? Even some comfort foods — like the old faithful standby of warm, delicious oatmeal — can boost seratonins, which are chemicals in the brain that produce calming sensations. Some foods reduce adrenaline and cortisol levels as well. And [...]

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Brain Boosters: 5 Ways to Stay Sharp

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Most people invest a fair amount of energy into staying in decent physical shape. How much time and effort do you put into keeping your brain in shape? It isn’t difficult, and it may not even take as much energy as that kickboxing aerobics class you signed up for. Make sure you have a great [...]

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4 Ways to Curb Food Cravings

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Everyone has food cravings. For me it’s during the time after supper, before the kids are in bed, during that time when I often have a thousand things to get done but what I’d really love is to just curl up on the couch with a good novel and a bag of chips. Or a [...]

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Allergy Soothing Herbal Tea

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Spring allergy season has arrived in full force, and while I love to throw open all the windows in the house to enjoy the warming temperatures, I find myself coughing and sneezing as well. Since I’m not willing to give up spring in all her glory, I keep this herbal tea recipe on hand. Most [...]

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