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By Janice WeeSep 20, 20071 topic

5 Tips On Maximizing The Space In Your Hostel Room

Whether you have a room to yourself or are sharing a room with your friend, here are ways you can make the most of your hostel space. 1. Pare Down Your Wardrobe. Bring only what you need into your hostel room. Sort through your intended wardrobe and only bring the best. For example, you can take with you two of your favourite pairs of jeans, a favourite skirt, a favourite dress, a few tops that make you look amazing and a great pair of shoes, a pair of sports shoes, a pair o

Primary topic: Teenagers and Parenting

Teenagers and Parenting

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By Janice WeeJul 4, 20081 topic

How To Use Aloe Vera, The Miracle Plant

Aloe vera has a way of healing the skin beautifully. It treats everything from burns to pimples. Every hospital should have aloe vera plants in the burn ward. It is excellent for treating burns. Every kitchen should have that hardy plant. You don't need to live in a desert to grow that cactus. It thrives virtually anywhere, preferably in the sun. Keep an aloe vera plant in the kitchen and a few more in the garden, if you have one. These love the sun. If you have a plant, let

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs

Herbal Remedies and Herbs

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By Janice WeeFeb 13, 20081 topic

Career Woman's Fashion - Business Trip Capsule Wardrobe

First impressions always count. Especially in a work environment. Bosses often gauge whether or not you can do the job by the way you look. By the way you carry yourself. How many promotions have gone to people who are average in terms of competency but who look impressive? How many brilliant people have been shelved because of they don't look capable? The same goes with clients. Prospective customers would probably write you off if you are representing a bank but are scruffi

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeNov 6, 20071 topic

Anti Aging Supplements - What You Must Know

Humans today are a pill-popping species. Can't sleep? Pop a sleeping pill. Aches and pains? Take some painkillers. Depressed? Take anti-depressant pills. Caught a cold? Take more pills. See lines appearing on your face? Pop in an anti aging pill. Makes sense, right? But can anti aging pills. Give you a wrinkle free face? What causes wrinkles in the first place? A baby's skin is soft and supple. When you are young, your skin is firm and supple due to its rich moisture

Primary topic: Aging and Longevity

Aging and Longevity

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By Janice WeeJul 13, 20071 topic

Beat The Signs Of Aging in 7 Steps.

1. Make exercise part of your daily life. You lose musche mass and bone density as you grow older. Weight bearing exercises like stair climbing, working out with weights, hiking and even joggin build your bone density. All forms of exercise build your muscle mass. Take lots of leafy green vegetables for the calcium and iron they contain, drink milk for calcium and protein and work out every day. 2. Go to bed as early as you can and try to sleep for at least 8 hours each nigh

Primary topic: Aging and Longevity

Aging and Longevity

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By Janice WeeMay 2, 20081 topic

8 Ways To Beat The Flu Bug

Got an important presentation coming up? Don't want to miss an important date because of flu which everyone around you seems to have? What can you do to beat the flu bug? Antibiotics aren't going to work on influenza as that is caused by a virus. Antibiotics kill bacteria, not viruses. So what can you do to beat flu? You best bet is to boost your immune system. In other words, take care of your health. What do you eat? Do you get enough rest. 1.Sleep early every night. I

Primary topic: Heart Disease

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By Janice WeeAug 8, 20051 topic

Slimming Secrets From The Kitchen

To get a svelte figure, start in the kitchen. To lose weight, you just have to consume less calories than you burn. That means, eat less calories, exercise more For a food lover, the dieting part is tough. Exercise is easy, using thestairs instead of the elevator, getting off a stop or two before your actualdestination and walking the rest of the way, all these add up helping you burnthe calories. Skip all your favourite foods and eventually, you'll end up on an eating binge

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeMay 16, 20091 topic

What Every Woman Above 35 Should Know About Perimenopause

Is your mind getting fuzzy these days? Do you have problems focusing. Is your memory failing you? If you are a woman aged 35 and above, and your mind seems to be falling apart, is it due to your imagination, or could there really be something wrong with your body? In recent months, I've been finding it very hard to focus. My short term memory was almost as bad as a goldfish, which by the way, has a memory span of 3 seconds. On top of that, I have problems sleeping, waking u

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeJan 1, 20081 topic

4 Myths And Truths About Wool

1. Heat and water shrink wool. Fact or fiction? You know how it is. That wool sweater fitted you perfectly before you put it in the wash. Hot soapy water got rid of the dirt. But now, that sweater is far too tight. Did you gain weight or did the sweater shrink? The truth is, wool felts, not shrinks. Wool appears to shrink because of shingles. When wet and exposed to heat, these shingles or scales on the surface of the wool fibers will overlap and lock together, causing the

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeNov 18, 20071 topic

Women's Plus Size Winter Fashion - 7 Winter Essentials For Big Women

How do you modify this season's winter fashion trends to flatter the plus size woman? I mean the models on the catwalk are nothing like us plus size gals. So how do we translate what they wear to what would still look good on us. Black is in. (Slimming color. Great for any big woman with cool skin tones). Jewel tones are in. So are animal prints. So are metallics. Notice a trend? This happens every winter so go for these colors and you would have something fresh to wear ever

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeNov 12, 20071 topic

5 Fashion Stylist Essentials In Your Purse

Going for a party? Bring a coin purse with you. That little purse, small enough to fit into your pocket or into a gorgeous but tiny clutch or handbag. That small purse may be able to hold all you need to look great. When you travel or sleep over at a relative's home or a friend's house, that duffle bag can't carry very much. There's no need to forgo looking your best if you have your little purse. If possible, squeeze these 5 fashion stylist essentials into your purse so yo

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeOct 10, 20081 topic

Top 4 Perfumes For Health

Fragrance is more than just smelling good. Scents are more than aesthetic. They enhance your health and well being. Here are 4 such fragrances to look out for. 1. Lavender During the plague, lavender flowers were worn to keep the germs away. One might brush that off as superstition, but in reality, lavender does have antibacterial properties. It was shown to have some antibacterial activity against e coli. When tubercolosis plagued France, those who worked in lavender field

Primary topic: Aromatherapy

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By Janice WeeJul 18, 20071 topic

The Truth About Smoking And Beauty

Movies and TV often portray a sultry woman as a chain smoker. Smoking was a way they showed sex appeal. Rita Hayworth was often pictured with a cigarette in hand. Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct smoked like a chimney in that famous interrogation scene. Bad girls that men went crazy over smoked. Sultry beauty and cigarettes or cigars went hand in hand. The reality is far from what is portrayed in movies. Smoking causes your skin to age prematurely and gives it a sickly colorin

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeJul 1, 20081 topic

3 Things To Do If You Are Constipated

Are you constipated? Sitting on the toilet bowl, pushing so hard that piles come out is no joke. Feeling bloated yet unable to move your bowels isn't pleasant either. So what can you do about constipation? 1. Flush your bowels Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated and ensure your digestive system has plenty of water to work with, that your faeces would be moist and soft by the time it comes out. Try drinking 2 large glasses of water in the morning when you get up,

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By Janice WeeDec 9, 20071 topic

7 Eye Makeup Tips For A Romantic Date

Romance is in the air. So what are you wearing for your date? A sexy dress with a plunging neckline? Jeans and a pretty top? A feminine dress that his mom might approve? How about your makeup? You could look more stunning than ever with the right makeup. Now what would be appropriate for the date? What does he like? If naturally pretty types appeal to him, goth makeup would turn him off. Natural looking makeup would be your best bet. If he likes girls that are sweet and

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeOct 6, 20071 topic

First-Time Mother's Guide To Preparing For Your Baby

Are you going to be a first time mom? Giving birth to your first child might seem a little intimidating at first, but some advanced preparations would make it a lot easier. Go for pre-natal classes. They would help a lot. Breathing exercises during labor would help you manage the pain and stop yourself from pushing before time. Learn to relax. During the early stages of labour, breathe deeply, in and out in rhythm. When the contractions come and it is time to push baby out,

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Janice WeeNov 3, 20071 topic

Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas - Gift You Can Make Yourself

What are you giving your family members ones this Christmas? You could give dad a golf set, mom a diamond necklace, the kids the latest video games, your newly married sister a new apartment, your favourite aunt a mink coat.. if you have the cash. What if you don't? Nothing beats home made christmas gifts for that personal touch. On top of that, something you took the time and trouble to create with your own hands would be more meaningful to those closest to your heart. Bes

Primary topic: Family

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By Janice WeeApr 16, 20071 topic

How To Apply Eye Makeup

Eye makeup might seem intimidating to apply. For example, how do you get that smoky eyes look without looking as if you received to black eyes in a fist fight? Get it right and you'll smoulder. Get it wrong and you look like you are in bad need of first aid. The same basic steps are used when you apply eye makeup, whether you go for nude makeup or the seductive, smoky eye look. You change your look by your choice of colors. Go for natural colors, close your your skin tones f

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeFeb 4, 20051 topic

How To Make Earrings Out Of Ice Cream Sticks

Can you make earrings from ice cream sticks? That was the challenge a friend was gave me. Back then as a student, I would make jewelry out of anything that caught my attention. A worn out tubing from an old sewing machine. A broken plastic stick. Shells. Paper clips. These would be transformed into costume jewelry behind closed doors in my hostel room. How I did that, the things I used. All that was top secret, while I was still selling my hand made jewelry. Now that I have

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeOct 3, 20081 topic

How To Prevent Cataract Blindness

The relationship between sunlight and skin cancer is well known. Which is why any smart person would apply a sunblock before sun exposure. That way, you need not pay a hefty price for your love for the sunny outdoors. While sunblock protects your skin, sunglasses protect the eyes. Sunglasses are often worn for the cool factor. Movie stars might wear them to avoid being recognized in public. To the point that wearing an expensive pair of designer sunglasses gives people the i

Primary topic: Health Education

Health Education

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By Janice WeeJul 24, 20081 topic

Aloe Vera For Natural First Aid

Aloe vera is an amazing herb. It heals the skin. Every hospital should have large aloe vera plants in the burn ward to treat patients with. The way aloe vera speeds up skin healing after a burn is amazing. Likewise, every home should have aloe vera plants in the kitchen where burns are likely to occur. Then again, dealing with the actual plant isn't very convenient. A tube of pure 95% or more aloe vera gel is good enough and a lot more convenient. It makes a welcome additin

Primary topic: Herbal Remedies and Herbs

Herbal Remedies and Herbs

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By Janice WeeJul 11, 20081 topic

5 Steps To A Bikini-Worthy Body

How can you look great in your bikini? You need a great figure, a toned body, a good bustline and tan skin which sounds near possible, or is it? You'd be surprised how much you can do with your natural assets. With hard work, discipline and a clear plan, you can look fabulous in your swimsuit. Step 1. Watch Your Diet. To lose weight, you have to consume less calories than you burn. It is easier not to put the calories in your mouth than it is to burn them off, so take a rea

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeJan 29, 20081 topic

Birthstone Jewelry - The Perfect Birthday Gifts For Women

What do you give someone you want to impress for her birthday? Whether it is the woman you want to marry, your mother or your beloved kid sister, you can't go wrong with jewelry. All women love shiny things. Precious jewelry that catches her eye would certainly get her vote. It could be an absolutely gorgeous necklace that sets off her favourite dress beautifully. Or it could be a pair of stunning shoulder duster earrings that highlight her slender neck. Or it could be a cu

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeMay 15, 20081 topic

Top 3 Vacation Tips For Women : Travel Light In Style

No need to worry about exceeding the luggage limit when you travel if you bring only the bare necessities. No need to travel like a monk. You can dress very well and look perfect at all times, right out of the suitcase. The trick lies in careful planning. Tip #1. Plan Your Wardrobe Do you look good in black? If you do, then lucky you. Just get 1 long sleeved black top 1 short sleeved black top 1 black camisole 1 pair of black pants 1 pair of jeans 1 long black skirt 1 shor

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeMar 4, 20081 topic

Small Room Decorating Tips

Is your room cramped? If you feel claustrophobic, or if it is basically too small for your liking, the first thing you might want to look at are your living habits? Are papers lying around? Are the table tops piled high with miscellaneous clutter? The first thing you should do in a cramped space is to declutter. Get rid of all the things you don't need. As for what you really need, plan out where you can keep them so that you have as many clear surfaces as possible nnin th

Primary topic: Habits

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By Janice WeeJan 3, 20081 topic

Top Ten Practical Eye Make Up Tips

Eye makeup may be tricky, but with some practice, you can create the look you want for any occasion. From bedroom eyes, smokey eye makeup to the sweet and pretty look. Let you imagination go wild as you play up your eyes. These practical tips help you get started 1. Keep you eye liner pencils in the fridge. Kohl can get soft and smudgy in the sun. Refrigerate the pencils before you sharpen then. As the kohl hardens, it would be easier to sharpen and to work with right out o

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeJan 22, 20081 topic

The Truth About Thermal Insulation

Thermal insulation is basically insulation to reduce the flow of heat. It keeps hot things hot and cold things cold. Insulation is basically anything that conducts heat slowly. Heat is a form of energy and travels from hot to cold. Pretty much like water might flow from high places to low places, from the top of a waterfall downwards. Insulation keeps you warm in winter by trapping the heat in the building, or trapping your body heat within your clothing. Yes, you can use

Primary topic: Family

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By Janice WeeApr 21, 20081 topic

5 Steps To Sexy Summer Feet

When summer comes and the heat builds up, will you ditch your boots for airy sandals? Will you go barefoot on the beach or by the pool side, especially when you intend to swim? Are you feet up to it? Looks-wise, that is. Beautiful feet aren't defined by your shoe size, but by the condition of your skin and nails. A stunning pedicure is just the icing on the cake. Scaly feet with callouses, fungal infections or rough heels or feet so dry the skin peels off, aren't attractive

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeApr 11, 20081 topic

Spring/Summer 2008 Fashion For Plus Size Women

On the surface, spring and summer 2008 fashion is a nightmare for plus size women. All those frills and ruffles, tiers and flares and voluminous skirts make a woman look twice her size. Those dresses with tiers from top to bottom are enough to send a grown plus size woman running in the opposite direction. Seriously. When will designers realize that not everyone is a size zero. It is apparent that most designers think most women are skinny. We big girls do have purchasing po

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeAug 22, 20081 topic

The Truth About Scents And Your Sexuality

What attracts a woman to a man? Is it his physique? Hmm. That could be a factor. Or is it his dynamic personality? Or can it be what her nose says about him? Literally. Chemistry. That elusive thing that so many seek in that special relationship. The warm fuzzy feeling a woman might feel about her significant other. Read a romance novel and you might find the heroine intoxicated by the heros masculine scent. Most of these romances are written by women who know what they

Primary topic: Sexuality

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By Janice WeeApr 30, 20081 topic

Top Ten Weight Loss Tips

Sick of being obese. Time to do something about it. These ten practical tips help you get started. 1. Don't eat too much Stop when you are 80% full. Eat more than you need and the excess is stored in your body as fat. 2. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Fiber fills your stomach. It helps keep your hunger pangs away. A diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits and whole grains would give you the nutrients you need. A good mix of beans or lean meat would give

Primary topic: Overeating and Obesity

Overeating and Obesity

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By Janice WeeApr 26, 20071 topic

3 Steps To Summer Makeup

Summer demands fuss free makeup. A naturally pretty look that would not streak when you sweat. Something that is low maintainence and which looks great on the beach. The trouble is, that carefree, nude makeup look is a lot harder to achieve than a painted face. How do you use makeup and look like you were born that way? Start by taking care of your skin now. Your body is made up of what you eat and drink. Eat junk food and drink lots of sweet carbonated water and caffeine,

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeDec 20, 20071 topic

5 Money Saving Ideas For Wedding Anniversary Parties

Whether you are sending out 50th anniversary invitations to everyone you know or are having a private party to celebrate your 1st wedding anniversary, here are some tips to help you save costs. 1. Organizing the party. Do you really need to hire a party planner? Cut costs by getting a close pal or relative to coordinate the entire party. 2. Food. Must you cater the food? It may be cheaper to buy take out and present the food artistically on pretty plates for a buffet spread

Primary topic: Marriage Coaching

Marriage Coaching

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By Janice WeeJun 25, 20071 topic

Frugal Beauty Tricks With Lipstick

What do you do with a melted lipstick? Isn't it a shame when your favourite lipstick melts in the summer heat. Rather than throw it, recycle it. Scrape out its contents with a clean lip brush or tiny spatula and transfer it to a small jar. You can still use it with the help of a lip brush. No doubt, it wouldn't be as glamorous or convenient as slicking it on straight from the tube, but you can still get the pretty look by dipping your lip brush into the melted lipstick and p

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeDec 6, 20071 topic

Makeup Styles For The Party Season

Going for a Christmas party, a new year party or a birthday party? How are you going to do your makeup? A look at the models on the catwalks of some of the more flamboyant fashion shows reminds one of a cross betwee Tinkerbell and Xena, the warrior princess. You know, Amazonian height but with fairy makeup. Now that is a look which is perfect for parties. All you need is shimmer makeup. A point to note. Anyone above forty should avoid all out shimmer as while the shine hig

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeAug 14, 20071 topic

How To Do A Home Facial

In the old days, all the facial skincare you needed was a bar of soap, a face towel and some clean water. Nowadays, you need a cleanser, toner and scrub to clean your face. Here's how you can deep cleanse your skin and get your skin glowing again. 1. Wash your hands with soap and water. 2a. If you are using a cleansing lotion, milk or cream, dot your forehead, nose, chin and cheeks with the cleanser. Using your fingertips, massage the facial cleanser in circular motions i

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeJul 4, 20081 topic

4 Things You Must Know About Summer Skincare

1. Summer skin behaves differently from winter skin. As temperatures rise the way they always do in summer, skin gets oilier. What works in the cold winter months will wreak havoc on summer skin. Winter calls for hydrating skincare, to seal in the moisture and protect you from the harsh, dry, cold weather outside, and dry heated air indoors. When summer comes, it is a different story altogether.. Your favourite nourishing moisturizer which keeps your skin soft and dewy, whi

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeJul 9, 20071 topic

5 Reasons Why You Should Buy Imitation Jewelry

Before you buy jewelry, ask yourself these questions. Who are you buying the jewelry for? If you are buying them for yourself, ask yourself why are you buying jewelry. If you want to buy jewelry as an investment, then yes, go for the best quality diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds you can find. Get gold or platinum, and lock all these in a safe. Maybe you should just buy gold bars and loose diamonds and keep those in a bank vault. If jewelry is meant to accessorize you

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeDec 26, 20071 topic

How To Pop A Pimple

In the first place, should you pop a pimple? There is always the danger of spreading the infection. Yet when you go for a facial, part of the facial, especially for someone who suffers from acne, is the very painful extraction. Let's go through what happens with a professional acne facial. First, face is cleansed thoroughly with skincare products meant for acne. A scrub mask may be put on the face and then the face is steamed with a portable steamer meant for facials for

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeMay 7, 20081 topic

7 Insomnia Remedies

Can't sleep? Does counting sheep even help? Here are 7 remedies you could try to help you sleep. 1. Drink a cup of chamomile tea before you go to bed. Chamomile is soothing. It works on the nervous system and the digestive system. Hence, it is useful for colic, and for relieving stress and anxiety, all of which can affect with once ability to sleep. A cup of freshly brewed chamomile tea may be what you need to sleep. 2. Soak in the bath before bedtime. Shower first, wash yo

Primary topic: Insomnia and Sleep Disorders

Insomnia and Sleep Disorders

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By Janice WeeDec 31, 20071 topic

4 Popular Ways To Lose Weight Fast - What You Should Know Before You Start Dieting

How would you like to drop ten pounds? Anyone can do it. You do need discipline and motivation to lose weight. But losing weight fast? How much time have you got? 1 month? 7 days? Before I begin, I would like to warn you that if you lose weight fast, you are likely to regain back the weight you lost. Do it wisely with a permanent change in your lifestyle to keep that weight off. Go for inch loss first by toning your body. Actual weight loss comes later. Muscle is heavier

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Janice WeeNov 13, 20071 topic

How To Care For Your Skin While On A Budget

With money, you can buy virtually anything. Even beautiful skin. You've probably heard about the legendary La Mer. The rich and famous clamour after that miracle cream. Then there is the myriad of beauty procedures like botox, dermabrasion and chemical peels which are available at the doctor's clinic. If all else fails, there are the collagen jabs and face lift surgeries that promise to give you back your youthful looks, or at least take the wrinkles away. All these cost a l

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeSep 29, 20071 topic

7 Tips For Successful Breastfeeding

Any mother can breastfeed her child. It takes effort, determination, good nutrition, plenty of water and sufficient rest. These 7 tips address how you can tackle some of the problems you might face with breastfeeding. 1. Use a hot towel. If breasts are congested, soak a towel in hot water and wring it completely dry. Then place it directly over the breast and massage the breast in circular motions to coax breast to release the clogged up milk. 2. Massage. Before breastfeedi

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeAug 30, 20071 topic

What Parents Should Know About Obesity In Children

A generation or two ago, obese kids were the exception rather than the norm. These days, kids are getting heavier and unhealthier than ever. Modern diet consisting of fat-laden, sugar loaded junk food and drinks are a major cause of the problem. The lack of exercise makes the matter even worse. Check the calorie count of a can of coke or your kids favourite drink. It is full of sugar and artificial additives. Frightening isn't it? I suggest you satisfy their love for a sweet

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Janice WeeJul 8, 20071 topic

Beauty Survival Tips For Summer

Summer demands a different beauty regime from the rest of the year. If you go to the beach, you need to protect your hair and your skin from the salt from the sea spray and hot sun. Going swimming or for water play in the pool? Chlorine would wreak havoc on hair and skin alike if you don't take care of your skin and hair properly. Even going to work on a summer's day without proper sun protection can damage your eyes and your skin. Exposure UV rays from the sun can cause you

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeNov 22, 20071 topic

Healthy Weight Loss Tips - In Time For Christmas

How much weight did you put on from the Thanksgiving dinner? How much more have you gained from eating the left overs? Soon after the Thanksgiving feast come all the Christmas parties and year end parties. You know those parties where everyone is dressed to kill and you get to wear fabulous party dresses... only that, they may no longer fit. Whoever planned the holiday calendar must have had a sadistic streak. First, have a feast where you end up pigging out. Then, with al

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Janice WeeSep 2, 20071 topic

Fall Fashion For The College

It is back to school time. Have you got everything you need for the new school term? Books? Stationery? Clothing? Based on the fashion shows for Fall 2007 to Winter 2007, black is big, so is color and some neutrals. The hourglass shape is hot. Patent leather in jackets nnare popular as are boots. So how does all that translate to your campus wardrobe? Will you be on your own or would you have someone to do your laundry? If you stay in a hostel, go for convenience. By conve

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeSep 10, 20071 topic

Fall 2007 to Winter 2008 Fashion Decision : Pants Or Skirt

Which should you get? Pants or skirts Both are versatile wardrobe staples and can really stretch your existing wardrobe. A new skirt or a new pair of pants, when paired with your existing tops give you a whole new wardrobe of outfits. Skirts are considered more feminine. Imagine a skirt billowing in the wind. Guys find that very distracting, to say the least. Skirts are the symbol of femininity, so if you want to look womanly, wear a skirt. Are pants butch then? Not neces

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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By Janice WeeJul 26, 20071 topic

How To Prevent Getting Wrinkles Before Your Time

1. Avoid the sun or at least use a sunscreen during the day. UV Rays age your skin. Sunning yourself is the surest way to get wrinkles before your time. 2. Quit smoking. Smoking ages you. A smoker has more wrinkles than a non smoker of the same age. Take a look at a heavy smoker in her forties (sans face lift/botox) and you'll see what I mean. 3. Sleep early at night and aim to get at least 8 hours of sleep at night. Your body (including your skin) regenerates itself at night

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Janice WeeSep 22, 20071 topic

3 Steps To An Affordable New Party Wardrobe

Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue. That old rhyme holds the key to a brand new party wardrobe that keeps you with the trends yet which helps you stay within a tight budget. Soon, it would be party season. Christmas, year end parties, weddings and new year parties would demand that you show up in a suitable party outfit. No one wants to show up at every single party wearing the same outfit. Yet wearing a different outfit to every party would b

Primary topic: Women's Issues

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