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Giving a High Five to Relief for Dry Hands

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Debra

This is the time of year when the colder, dryer temperatures start taking a toll on our hands. I am one of those people who rarely pass a cosmetic counter without giving the tester a quick pump in search of … Continue reading →








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Cranberries – Not Just for Thanksgiving Anymore

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Debra

The healthiest dish on your dinner table this Thanksgiving might just be the cranberry sauce. Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins that prevent the adhesion of certain kinds of bacteria associated with urinary tract infections to the urinary tract wall. The anti-adhesion properties … Continue reading →








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A Modern Twist on Old Fashioned Oatmeal

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Debra

I’m pretty set in my ways so it’s not very often that a product makes me change my routine – especially in the morning! Enter frozen oatmeal. It seems a little strange at first, when you’re used to a piping … Continue reading →








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Whole Wheat Pasta with a Whole Lotta Taste

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Debra

If you were turned off long ago by brown chewy pasta that had the consistency of a gummy bear, it’s time to give healthy whole wheat noodles another try. We’ve heard from many readers who are raving about their favorite … Continue reading →








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Should You Re-Think Your Blink?

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Debra

Eyelashes have gained renewed importance in the beauty world ever since prescription growth treatments fluttered into the market. If you’re interested in lashes from “here to there,” but don’t want to go the Rx route, we have some over-the-counter products that … Continue reading →








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Are You Seeing Spots?

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Debra

After enjoying summertime to the fullest, many of us are seeing spots. But these dark circles are no illusion – they’re age spots! According to model and beauty consultant Josie Volpentesta, pigment treatments are one of the most requested beauty … Continue reading →








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Popcorn Gets a Makeover

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Debra

It’s burned into the sensibility of anyone who has ever done a stint on Weight Watchers — air-popped popcorn is one of the best snacks to fill you up for the least amount of points. And now, popcorn has undergone … Continue reading →








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Shaking Up Your Protein Intake

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Debra

Most of us struggle with ways to reduce our carb consumption and increase the protein in our diet. That’s why the new ready-to-drink (RTD) protein shake category is a no brainer. When I start my day out with a shake … Continue reading →








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Are You Involved in a Cover Up?

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Debra

I saw an old friend the other day and commented on how great she looked. Her response made me smile. “It’s all an illusion,” she said. It got me thinking about our bad days – when we’re up all night … Continue reading →








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Are You Ready to Face the Cold?

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Debra

After months of worrying about protecting our faces from the sun, it’s time to think about protecting our faces from the cold. The frigid, dry temperatures can take a toll on any complexion, but as we get older, the fine … Continue reading →








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