Retreats are a great way to relax, learn new things and meet new people. They can be any length of time but typically are at least a full day. The themes range from specific to very eclectic. If you pick a topic that appeal to you and that you have…
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How to Pick a Fashionable and Functional Tote Bag for Work
If it seems like you are always taking your work home from the office, then you need a functional tote bag to carry around your files. Fashionable women should keep in mind that a tote bag can be practical and stylish at the same time. The following steps will help…
Read MoreThe Best Nuts to Eat for Nutrition
Including nuts in your daily diet is good for your heart and can lessen the risk of heart disease. Nuts contain high amounts of unsaturated fats, which help clear out your arteries and promote healthy colon function. In addition, nuts are high in fiber, keeping you feeling full for longer…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity has become a prevalent medical condition in the United States. Between 5 and 25 percent of children and teenagers in the United States are obese (i.e. 1 out of 3 kids are now considered overweight or obese). The term “childhood obesity” may refer to both children and adolescents.…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Gas While Eating a High Fiber Diet
High fiber diets provide good nutrition and are healthy alternatives to diets rich in fats and sugars, but at a price. One of the most uncomfortable and embarrassing side effects of a high fiber diet is an abundance of intestinal gas. There are a few things that you can do…
Read MoreProper Diets for Controlling or Lowering Cholesterol
Cholesterol is produced from saturated fat. A good cholesterol-controlling diet, therefore avoids foods high in saturated fat, and if possible eliminates them altogether. In cases where certain foods cannot be totally avoided, they should be consumed in very low quantities. Some of these foods are processed foods and high-fat animal…
Read MoreHow to Match Purses and Clothes
Clothes Consider your clothes before you choose a purse. Think about whether your outfit is trendy, classic, casual or dressy and whether your clothes are solid-colored or patterned. Know where you plan to go and what you’re doing that day. Color Choose a color first. If your outfit is all…
Read MoreHow to match jeans with tees
Variety Change your appearance by adding a variety of t-shirts and jeans to your wardrobe. Mix and match them to create all sorts of different looks. With a t-shirt and jeans you can have a dressed up, casual or grunge look. Purchase several different pairs of jeans from dark colored…
Read MoreHow to choose colors for your skin tone
Tone It’s not so much about the color, but about the tone of the color. There is a red lipstick out there for every skin tone. For example, tones that have more of a blue base tend to work best with fair or light skin tones. As we move toward…
Read MoreHow to Keep Hair Healthy During the Summer Months
Shampoo and conditioner Prevent green hair with an anti-chlorine shampoo and conditioner if your summer plans include a lot of pool time. Use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner a few times a week to combat any dryness caused by daily exposure to the sun. Oil and cream Do a hot…
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