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Everyone knows that water is the best drink anyone can have-it has no calories, helps maintain your body weight, and keeps you hydrated in a way that juice and soda can't. Yet many folks have a hard time drinking enough water. They assume that if they drink any type of beverage, it will act the same way water does in the body. Not so. When you drink soda, for example, your body gets fluid... read more »

It's September, which means that most everyone is headed back to school. If you are in college, you know the pain of shopping for your textbooks-they can be incredibly expensive and put a huge dent in your budget. Here are some tips to minimize the damage! 1] Buy used books. This seems obvious, but it really can save you quite a bit. One of my favorite tricks is to go on eBay looking fo... read more »

Finding a modest bridal gown or bridesmaid dress can be challenging. Strapless is definitely "in" right now and it is a trend that does not appear to be going away anytime soon. If you are uncomfortable in strapless dresses or simply want something a little less revealing for yourself or your bridesmaids on the big day, here are some tips to find that perfect gown. 1] Look at shops g... read more »

So the time has come. You've decided you want to get a tattoo. But you've also decided that you want something unique and memorable, not something that three million people already have. What to do? Well, here are a few ways to ensure that you have a lovely, unique piece of body art: 1] Peruse images from uncommon books and magazines. The best places to find these are university and ... read more »

Many brides think finding the wedding gown of their dreams is the most difficult part of their shopping. But what about the headpiece for your outfit? This can be just as frustrating to decide on. Here are a few tips when choosing what you'll wear in your hair on your wedding day. 1] The traditional headpiece is a veil. These are usually made of lace or silk tulle material. There are a nu... read more »

Plenty of people are getting body piercings these days. It seems like everyone, from teenagers to grandparents, have at least one piercing somewhere on their body! If you're interested in getting something pierced, whether it be your ears, tongue, navel, or anything else, here are some things to consider when you go looking for someone to pierce you safely: 1] Check out the shop BEFORE yo... read more »

When your co-workers are rude, inept, or annoying, your job will be made that much harder. It's important to create a harmonious work environment so that you will be happy and productive at your job. Here are a few tips on how to handle the people you work with professionally. 1] Stay away from the gossip. This might seem obvious, but it's easy to get drawn into the office gossip mi... read more »

Sciatica is a set of symptoms involving the sciatic nerve, which extends from the lower back, down through the leg, all the way to the foot. When this nerve is irritated or inflamed, it becomes very painful and walking is difficult. There are a number of ways that you can treat sciatica at home. Eating ginger, especially candied ginger, is a great way to reduce the inflammation that makes scia... read more »

With the swine flu outbreak in Mexico being prominently featured in the news, it's important to know some basic ways to protect yourself and your family from bugs. Here are some tips to help. 1] Wash your hands frequently. Your hands are the major gateway for viruses and bacteria from the outside world into your own body. Whenever you touch your head or your face, such as to rub an itchy nose... read more »

Clay is a fantastic natural cleanser, packed with minerals. You can use it to replace soap, shampoo, and toothpaste in your daily routine. Here's how. There are several different types of cosmetic-quality clay that can be used. Some of the most common are French green, Fuller's Earth, Moroccan Rhassoul, bentonite, and white kaolin clay. These can usually be found in health food stores, o... read more »