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DIET & NUTRITION

An Easy Solution for Quick Weight Loss ................................. 4-5 p.

9 Super Foods to Help Losing Weight .................................... 6-7 p.

Cycling Benefits for losing weight ........................................ 8-9 p.

How to purchase Weight Loss Pills Safely ............................... 10 p.

Misguided Beliefs About Weight Loss ..................................... 11 p.

Rope Jumping for Weight Loss .......................................... 12-13 p.

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Facial Exercises .............................................................. 14 p.

Secrets To Look Years Younger .......................................... 15-16 p.

3 Easy Methods To Avoid Gray Hair ..................................... 17-18 p.

5 Steps For Amazing Hair .................................................. 19 p.

5 Tricks To Improved Skin Care .......................................... 20-21 p.

3 simple steps to get that perfect tan ................................. 22-23 p.

Editor’s Desk

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Be Your Sensual Finest In Lingerie ..................................... 24-25 p.

Abundant Perfume Choices ................................................ 26 p.

A Cocktail Dress For Every Single Body Type ......................... 27-28 p.

Choosing The Right Shoe For Yourself ................................. 29-30 p.

Picking The Right Handbag For Your Body Type ....................... 31 p.

Purchasing A New Watch ................................................. 32-33 p.

HOME & KITCHEN

Big Design Tips For Little Baths ........................................... 34 p.

5 Tips To Keep Your Home In Good Shape ............................ 35-36 p.

Home Renovations in your kitchen ...................................... 37 p.

SPORTS & OUTDOORS

Advantages Of Walking ..................................................... 38 p.

Cholesterol Is Really A Growing Concern ............................... 39 p.

Creative Methods To Getting Fit ......................................... 40 p.

Essential Tricks for Staying Fit .......................................... 41-42 p.

Fitness Techniques For Beginner ......................................... 43 p.

Fitness.. Advantages of Pilates ......................................... 44-45 p.

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An Easy Solution for Quick Weight Loss

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here are effective methods for losing weight quickly. Typically, a dieter will most likely use the formula of consuming fewer calories every day, in an effort to lose weight.

However, this brings with it many of the effects that may cause long-lasting problems.

Some of these issues include an increase in hunger pangs, which tends to increase the cravings for sugar and food. In many cases this type of method will leave the individual weak because their levels of energy are extremely low. Because of this, they will tend to start binging uncontrollably, which can cause more problems, in the end. Simply reducing the amount of

calories consumed each day will slow down the metabolism, and cause the body to store additional fat.

Losing weight properly needs a better understanding of exactly how the body works. If the individual consumes the right amount of calories (typically 1500-2500 calories each day), of the right types of food, they can quickly lose weight. This includes eating the right types of protein, complex carbohydrates (not sugary foods) and essential fats.

By consuming the proper amount of calories each day, the body will not gain weight, or lose weight. It requires an additional trigger for weight loss

to begin. This is easily accomplished, by requiring that the body burn more calories than it consumes. This happens through routine exercise.

Exercising your body There is an inherent genetic predisposition for the body not to want to physically move, when it does not have to. Everyone is fully aware that they would rather sit in front of the TV, watching a movie, than to go out for a long exhausting walk. However, the body can be trained to circumvent this natural desire to stay at rest. The entire process does not take long, and produces amazing results.

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If all an individual does is eat the right amount of foods they are supposed to every day, with the diet of highly nutritious foods, and adds minimal exercise, they will start losing weight.

By eating the right amount of foods, the individual may start slowly, and go for a simple 15 minute walk during the lunch hour, or after dinner. 15 minutes of walking at a steady pace can burn off a couple hundred calories each time}.

Research indicates that one pound of fat is equal to 3500 calories, meaning if a person can burn off an additional 200 calories each day, it would take just under three weeks to lose 1 pound. Now imagine that the individual walks twice as much each day. They can

now burn off that same one pound of fat at half that time, and lose a pound of unwanted ugly fat in just over a week.

There is a simple solution for quick weight loss that does not include

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dieting. With a simple change in the foods that are consumed each day, along with adding a minimal exercise routine each day, the individual can lose upwards of four or five pounds every month, which represents 50 to 60 pounds in a year.

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9 Super Foods to Help Losing Weight

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ating some foods can certainly help you to lose weight. Eating more and losing weight has got to be a good choice for anyone who is trying to lose a few pounds, so here are some of the super foods which can actually help with your weight loss goals.

1. Apples - the excellent snack on the go. Apples are seriously good for you and can help with weight loss problems. They’re also} packed with antioxidants which can help to combat the “apple shape” or an excess of belly fat. If you want to lose weight you can start by munching an apple each day.

2. Steak - just so long as it’s lean this can also help you to lose weight.

Organic beef is the healthiest variety of them all. Steak should be grilled or broiled and served

with lots of crisp salad or veggies.

3. Eggs - and I mean all of the eggs - the yolk and the white, just leave the shell. Poached, boiled, omelets and scrambled eggs all make the perfect way to start the day but if you don’t have the time to cook in the mornings try to make a tortilla or frittata on the weekends and eat the slices during the week.

4. Kale - is another super food which can help you achieve your weight loss goals. There are only 34 calories in a cup of raw, chopped kale but plenty of calcium, iron and fiber.

5. Oats - are another super food which can help you to lose weight and make an ideal breakfast. All kinds of oats are healthy but steel-cut and rolled varieties are the best of the best.

They make a great alternative to breadcrumbs when you’re making meatballs.

6. Lentils - help to flatten the belly, and that’s a fact. There are loads of different types of lentils but the yellow and red ones are the quickest to cook. They blend in with many different dishes thanks to their mild flavor yet can add lots of texture and substance to lots of different meals.

7. Salmon - is ideal for your heart and great for your waistline.

They are an amazing} source of Omega 3 which, among other things, helps to build muscle and the more muscle your body has the more calories it naturally burns. Wild salmon is the best choice if its available with fewer pollutants.

8. Blueberries - all berries are great

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for you and blue food is good for you so blueberries are double good for you when you are trying to lose weight. Why not think a little differently at breakfast time and instead of sprinkling a few blueberries onto your cereal simply sprinkle a bit cereal onto a bowl of blueberries before adding the low fat yogurt or milk.

9. Avocado - many people worry about eating avocado when they are trying to lose weight because of the fat content but they really shouldn’t, avocado really is a fantastic food for weight loss.

There are other foods which are also great for anyone who wants to lose weight but this is just a small sample

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of foods which you can eat more of and still lose weight - fantastic.

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Cycling Benefits For Loosing Weight

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ycling has many weight loss benefits as well as being fun. Cycling is challenging, it’s very sociable and it really is a terrific workout. Cycling is great for everybody regardless of age or fitness levels. It will help you to lose weight due to its calorie burning properties, improve your overall health and gets you out in the fresh air too. What more could you ask for?

Busy roads are a big problem for most cyclists but fortunately there are an increasing number of cycle lanes and paths being incorporated in many towns and cities ensuring a safe and secure, car free cycle ride.

Cycling really can help you to achieve your weight loss goals in a fun and enjoyable way.

you to burn calories and lose fat ensuring that you are one step closer to your weight loss target. l Cycling is affordable and environmentally friendly; you can burn fat and lose weight whilst staying positively green. As far as transportation goes cycling is the most environmentally friendly option you have - and it can also save you a lot of money. Cycling is free. l Cycling can help you to lose weight whilst helping to improve your general, overall wellness.

The Benefits of Cycling for Weight Loss

l Cycling exercises all of the major muscle groups of the legs including the calves, glutei, hamstrings and quadriceps ensuring all round physical fitness with extra endurance and strength.

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participate in high impact sports like running can enjoy the low impact sport of cycling. The cycle takes the body weight and pedal power doesn’t put any pressure on the leg joints at all. l Cycling is easy, and when you’ve learned to ride a bike you’ll never forget. Some individuals can be put off sports with complicated moves or rules but everyone can learn how to ride a bicycle. l The number of calories burned whilst cycling really relies on the weight of the cyclists and how much effort they put into their ride. A half hour cycle ride can burn anywhere between 100 and 650 calories based upon those things. Obviously cycling up a steep incline will burn many more calories than a gentle cycle ride along a level path but every little does help towards your

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l Cycling can also help you to get fitter for other exercise activities.

People who cycle for 30 minutes a couple of times per week will also feel the benefit when they take part in other types of aerobic activity.

Cycling Safety You do need to remember several safety procedures before taking your bicycle out for a spin in the sunshine; l Your bike must have regularly maintenance to ensure that it is safe to use l You should always remember to carry a few spares in case of emergency - a spare inner tube and tool kit should suffice l Wear bright clothing which may be easily seen by other motorists and road users l Don’t forget to put on a safety helmet Cycling can help you to change weight, change shape and change your life - enjoy!

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How to Purchase Weight Loss Pills Safely

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eight loss pills, also often called diet pills, can be a useful supplement in the battle of the bulge; however you do need to be careful since there are a number of risks related to them. If this is the first time you are thinking about using these pills there are a variety of things you should be aware of.

Diet pills can be expensive}.

It’s difficult to give you an exact estimate since there is such a wide range available on the market.

Some diet pills retail for under twenty pounds, whilst others can set you back several hundreds, or even more. Before paying for any make sure they are really what you want and that they are affordable as you may need to be taking them

for some time.

It’s important to check the ingredients of the diet pills before purchasing to make sure you aren’t allergic to any of the contents used. Have a talk to your own healthcare professional when considering any kind of weight loss pills and find out if there are any known side-effects or other issues that you should be aware of and which may jeopardize your health.

Whether you are buying weight loss pills online or offline, you should always choose a reputable point of purchase. If your choice is to purchase online, make sure the website is well established and has a number of good reviews.

If shopping locally, try to avoid purchasing diet pills at discount

and pound stores, you are better to go to a reputable pharmacist or health store. It’s important to your health that you know exactly what you are buying.

Even though you may be taking weight loss pills you need to keep in mind they work in different ways. The majority are intended to suppress your appetite or speed up your metabolism, so be aware that you will still need to follow a nutritious and healthy diet plan.

You should also be incorporating some kind of exercise into your daily routine as just cutting back on junk food will not achieve your expected outcome. A mix of cardio and muscle toning is a good basis for reshaping and toning your body.

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Misguided Beliefs About Weight Loss

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here is so much talk about how to lose weight that it can be sometimes a little hard to decide which the facts are and which is pure fiction. Here are a few of the most common myths about weight loss.

healthy diet than it is to buy prepacked, processed foods. You’ll pay a lot more for a ready meal which is high in salt and fat than you would have to pay to buy the ingredients fresh and make it yourself.

The only way to lose weight is with a radical workout program - myth.

The easiest way to lose weight and maintain your healthy weight is to make small changes to your diet and lifestyle which you can adopt for the future. Losing weight begins in the kitchen not in the gym. By all means you should incorporate some activity into your life but you’ve still got to watch what you eat. Eat less, move more, lose weight and feel great.

The best way to lose weight is by starving yourself - myth. The fact is that you are unlikely to sustain any weight lost due to a crash diet, as soon as you start eating again you are likely to pile the weight back on again plus a few extra pounds.

Crash diets are so hard to maintain that as soon as you start to eat again you often eat more than you actually need. The best way to lose weight is to adopt a healthy eating lifestyle whereby you can lose weight slowly and keep it off without ever feeling hungry.

Healthy foods are more expensive than unhealthy foods; I can’t afford to lose weight - myth. The truth is that it is often cheap to eat a

You have to stop snacking to lose weight - myth. It isn’t the fact that

people take a snack that’s the problem; the real problem is what they choose to snack on. Lots of people need to snack between meals to keep their energy levels up, particularly those people with an active lifestyle. Many snacks are high in sugar and fat so avoiding things such as chips, cookies and chocolate and replacing them with things like fruit or vegetables means that you can enjoy a snack without gaining excess weight.

Drinking lots of water will help you to lose weight - myth. Although this one is almost true! What happens is that the water keeps you hydrated (very important for your health) which stops you from getting the urge to snack. Those who are thirsty can often mistake the signs for hunger and reach for something to eat when in actual

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Rope Jumping For Weight Loss

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f you haven’t picked up a jump rope since your school days then you could be in for a bit of a surprise. Skipping is one of the best cardio-respiratory exercises around for weight loss and can burn more calories than many other exercises - it is also great fun.

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You can do it anywhere, all you need is a little space and some sneakers

There are very many advantages of jumping rope for weight loss.

Not only does it help to improve the fitness of your heart and lungs (that’s what cardio respiratory means) but it also helps to trim the thighs, the butt and the hips, increases co-ordination and flexibility and helps to build bones. How come we all know these things as school children and forget them as we get older jumping rope is fun, why don’t we

do more of it?

Weight Loss and Calorie Burning Exercise can help weight loss because it burns off calories and jumping rope is one of the best calorie burning exercises around.

Depending upon your individual weight and how much effort you put into the skipping session you will burn somewhere between 80 and 100 calories in every ten minute skipping session, not a bad return is it?

Getting Back to Basics Anyone who hasn’t jumped rope

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Jumping rope is strenuous exercise so be careful not to overdo it at first. Warm up by marching on the spot for a few minutes before each session and start off slowly, then you should skip for around 30 seconds and march on the spot for 30 seconds, skip for 30 seconds and march

on the spot for 30 seconds - rinse and repeat - until you get fitter.

As soon as your fitness levels have improved you can do more skipping and less marching!

Variety is the spice of life and once you’ve re-mastered the art of jumping rope there are many different moves you can try to vary your jump rope sessions;

l Jack jump - which means that on one jump you land with your feet together, the next time you land with your legs apart Jumping rope really is a terrific asset to any weight loss program, and it’s also great fun.

l Jogging on the spot as you skip l Skip jump involves hopping from one foot to the other and kicking the other leg out to the front l Hopping from one leg to the other - you can hop twice per leg, three times per leg, whatever you want

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for some time may need a little practice. It’s always best to start off slowly until you get your timing right - you can simply rotate the skipping rope with both handles in one hand slowly and jump each time the rope hits onto the floor.

You don’t need to jump too high, about an inch from the floor is plenty which helps to reduce the amount of impact on your ankles and knees and helps you to stay free of injuries.

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Facial Exercises

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here’s nothing wrong with trying to look your best, but time has a way of not making it easy. As the years go by, the muscles in your face start to lose their elasticity. It’s this lack of resilience that leads to the formation of wrinkles. The muscles in the throat and neck are usually the first to succumb, and that can lead to a flabby, wrinkly neck.

Luckily, there are facial exercises that you can do to delay the onset of this problem, or begin to reverse it if it’s already an issue.

Facial exercises are a much better alternative than risky plastic surgery procedures which come with a whole host of potential side effects|side-effects. Exercises are natural, effective, and free.

Just make sure to check with your doctor before you start the exercises, in case there are any underlying health concerns. Also, be sure to not overdo it; these

exercises will work, but you don’t want to risk hurting yourself when you do them.

Fold your comfortably while sitting on the floor. Keep your spine as straight as you can, maintaining good posture, and then slowly tilt your head back (you should feel a gentle stretching in the jaw muscles). Hold it back as you count to ten. Slowly return your head to the starting position. Do this exercise 5 times.

Keep the same seated position, relaxing your shoulders as you look straight forward. Turn your head to the left slowly, trying to get your chin as far as your shoulder.

Count to five and then slowly go back to your starting position.

Repeat this process 3 times each for the right and left sides.

Maintaining the same seated position, gently tilt your neck toward the right. Hold as you count to 5, return to your starting position

and then tilt to the left. You will feel a nice stretch in your neck, but don’t overdo it. Do these facial exercises 3 times per side.

Stay on the floor, but now move to your hands and knees. Gently lower your head toward the floor, making sure to keep your elbows, spine and neck straight. Take in a slow, deep breath. Then lift your head toward the ceiling and curve your back downwards as you slowly exhale. Do this exercise a total of 5 times.

These facial exercises can be done in just a few minutes, but don’t rush through them. You want to do them slowly, to avoid injury, and the routine itself really should be a soothing one. In fact, you can light a few candles and put on some relaxing music as you do them. Try to do these exercises every day, and you should start to see noticeable results within a few short weeks.

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Secrets To Look Years Younger

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rowing old is something that most people just don’t want to face. Aging can be a terrible for some people that just dread the thought of looking and becoming old. When people think of aging they often think of how their looks deteriorate and they lose all their beautiful youthful appearance. There are steps that you can take to help retain your youthful appearance without needing to resort to painful and costly plastic surgery.

If you have gray hair it isn’t that hard to color it. You don’t need to spend lots of money at their hair salon; there are many

great hair colors available at the grocery store. Highlighters are also very effective and enhance your natural color and give you a youthful appearance. Choose a color that isn’t too dark as if you go for a color that’s too dark for your complexion it will actually make you look older.

The style of your hair can make a big change to your appearance.

There are lots of different hairstyles nowadays and they incorporate many different ways of wearing bangs and the different styles can make a big difference to your looks. You can wear your bangs sweeping lightly over your

forehead or you can wear them straight.

A layered hair style cut to the neck area will soften your jaw line by drawing the focus away from it.

Shorter layers on the top of the head will add volume and take more focus of any sagging areas and also off the jaw line. Styling your hair around your eyes will help to hide any crow’s feet that you have. If you’ve long hair then why not try some layers to refresh your appearance, this is just as good as a natural facelift.

Makeup is great for changing your appearance, especially around the eyes. Reshaping your eyebrows

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can make you look a lot younger and if your eyebrows are thinning then use a cosmetic pencil to fill in any sparse areas. You can also use a brow powder to blend the pencil to look more natural.

Concealer can help to hide age spots and dark patches. If you have any dark circles under your eyes then try a creamy color concealer that has peach or yellow undertone. Don’t use concealers that are too light for your natural

skin tone.

Once you’ve applied the concealer then apply some foundation with a powder to seal it. Don’t use too much powder as it will highlight any flaws and lines in your skin. A cream blush is much better than a powder blush as the powder blush can also highlight the lines in your face.

Dark lip colors can make your face look harsh and bring out the imperfections in your skin so it is

best to stick to lighter shades of lip color. Adding a bit lip gloss to the bottom lip will make your lips appear fuller.

Keep your skin hydrated and in good condition by drinking lots of water and using a good moisturizer daily. Make sure that your foundation is a moisture rich mix. Too much foundation will bring out any lines and make you appear older so apply foundation lightly.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY 3 Easy Methods To Avoid Gray Hair

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f you wish to know when you will turn gray, one thing you can do is look at your parents. How early in your life you’ll gray will depend quite a lot on genetic factors.

Graying is a natural part of aging and happens when the cells in the hair shaft stop making pigment.

That lack of pigment will make the hair lose most of it’s color and turn gray. But the good news is that while you may not be able to stop from getting gray you can slow down the process and learn ways to avoid gray hair for a while.

Here are some tips you can take that can slow down the progress of your gray hair: 1. I don’t want to sound like a nag, but if you don’t want gray hair early in life, quit the cigarettes.

It has been scientifically proven that smoking will age your whole body, inside and out, and that aging includes making your hair go gray. If you are serious about preventing gray hair for as long as humanly possible, the first thing you have to do is stop smoking, you’ll look younger every where not just your hair.

2. Another thing that has been proven to age you, everywhere, is stress. We do live in a very stressful society, we’re told that every time we turn on the t.v.

But what you’re not told is that there are a lot of things you can do to relax. It really depends on the person, some people will find reading a good book relaxing while others find it

more enjoyable to go on a nice long run. Whatever works for you try to fit in some relaxing activity at least daily, even if it’s only for a few minutes.

Lots of people will think they are just too busy to fit in something relaxing, but for almost everyone that’s just not true. No matter how busy you are you can probably find a couple of minutes to destress. It’s really just a matter of priorities. Instead of getting stressed out reading the paper or watching the nightly news, why not relax by doing some activity you actually enjoy?

Pretend like your life depends on it.

3. Are you getting enough metal

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in your diet? The breakdown that causes gray hair can be found when your body isn’t getting enough copper. The good news is that there are many things you can do to get more copper into your diet. You can take a

supplement, or you can eat foods that have a lot of copper such as lima beans, spinach, yams, and meat.

Today we don’t have to just go with the flow when it comes to getting older. As a matter of fact many of us have found

that rather than aging gracefully we’d rather just age slowly! There is a new attitude of youth and health in our society.

We no longer think of ourselves as old as soon as we cross the 40 year old threshold, as a matter of fact, many don’t think of themselves at old at

50 and over! So if you’re young at heart and want to look your age, you will be happy to learn how to avoid gray hair. These simple lifestyle changes can pay dividends in many aspects of your life, so enjoy!

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our hair is your crowning glory. Look after it and it will shine for all the world to see.

You don’t always need expensive treatments, or visits to a hair salon to manage your hair professionally.

There’s so much|plenty of you can do yourself.

1. For shiny, healthy hair think first of your body’s intake. Your hair is really just a reflection of what you are inside. A good balanced, nutritious and healthy diet will do more to help make your hair shine than any shampoo or conditioner.

And drink eight to ten glasses of water a day too; hair is 25% water, so don’t let yours go thirsty!

2. Dry your hair after washing in the ambient temperature of your room after using an absorbent towel to soak up the excess

moisture, but don’t rub hard.

3. Prevent unnecessary hair damage by using the right kind of hairbrush. Only comb wet hair together with a wide-tooth comb, combing from end to root, but avoiding touching the root. Detangling wet hair with a hard steel comb can create a lot of damage, so don’t!

4. Remove trichoptlosis, or split ends, like this: take small sections of your hair and carefully twist them in a gentle downward motion. The split ends will stick out. Using sharp scissors, carefully cut into the twisted section, but not right through, to get rid of the damaged cuticles and leave a natural layered look. Cut roughly the very same amount from each twist to balance the effect.

5. Hair loss can be slowed, and even reversed by applying a few easy tips, though they probably won’t cure an underlying condition. Biotin can help to regenerate hair follicles: blend bananas with honey, yoghurt and low-fat milk, and drink it daily. Supplements such as Vitamin B6, zinc and saw palmetto will help too, but eliminating stress and getting plenty of sleep may work just as well.

We are all obsessed with our hair, whether we are 9 or 90, male or female. Look after yourself first and foremost and your hair will reflect that care and attention. The Biblical Samson’s strength lay in his fine flowing hair. Your hair reflects your strength too.

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5 tricks To Improved Skin Care

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our skin is the first thing that people notice about you and that is why a proper skin care regimen is very important. There are many products that claim to help improve skin tone and promote a perfect complexion, but the truth is that there is no such thing as instant results. An effective skin care regimen is one that is done consistently over a time before results will begin to develop.

Skin Care Tip 1: Always use some type of exfoliation product, which will help to remove old skin cells and other debris and particles from your skin. This will expose the healthy

cells and rid your body from the old ones.

Skin Care Tip 2: If possible, avoid constant sun exposure and tanning beds. In addition to being dangerous where health is concerned, these may also lead to early signs of aging.

Everyone loves a suntan, but there is no reason to sacrifice your skin or your health in order to achieve it. Therefore, many people opt for a self-tanning lotion instead.

Back in the day, these products had a tendency to turn the skin orange, but that is no longer the case. Improvements have helped to give self-tanning products a

more natural, streak-free look.

Before applying the lotion to your entire body, apply it to a small test area just to make sure there is no irritation.

Skin Care Tip 3: If your lips tend to become chapped in the winter months or wind burnt at other times, using lip balm or lipstick will assist to protect the lips from nature’s worst.

Skin Care Tip 4: Dry or cracked skin can be extremely unbearable. Not to mention the discomfort of tight red skin, it can be downright embarrassing. A container of

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Pacquin Plus hand & body cream will eliminate soreness, redness and help to add moisture back to dry skin.

Skin Care Tip 5: Do not use products that irritate your skin in any way, including soaps that have harsh ingredients.

If possible, use a moisturizing soap or that which is suitable for sensitive skin.

In addition to these tips, skin care products are available as commercial or prescription based treatments. A dermatologist is often consulted for matters relating to acne or other skin disorders, especially if they are severe.

Many skin care enthusiasts also rely on using lots of moisturizing body lotion in order to replenish the skin’s natural moisture, which is often stripped in today’s harsh

environment.

The information in this article is to be used for informational purposes.

It should not be considered as, or used in conjunction with, professional medical advice.

Consult your doctor prior to beginning any skin care regimen or if you have been diagnosed with any disorder regarding the skin.

Diy Anti-aging Skin Care Recipes look and feel 10-15 YEARS YOUNGER!

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3 simple steps to get that perfect tan using self tanning sprays

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raditional tanning methods became less popular nowadays because of major health risks. Because of this major finding in tanning several companies have provided tanning creams, lotions and spray to acquire a tanned skin even without the help of tanning beds or the sun. Most people prefer this type of artificial tanning since there is no significant health risk and the only damage a person may get from them is if their skins are too sensitive and the application may cause some allergy.

Among these innovations the one that is gaining the most popularity

is the self tanning spray. This easy to use product is sprayed evenly on the skin and then all you have to do is wait for it to dry. Tanning products contain a chemical called dihydroxyacetone (DHA).

This chemical acts an agent that triggers the amino acids in the skin to produce a great tan. Tanning products has been recognized by many as safe and effective and does not produce the great risk that traditional and tanning beds have. Applying a tanning spray is fairly easy, but there are some things that you need to know to achieve that perfect even tan.

Here are five things that you

should remember when you apply one.

Prepare your skin Before you apply a tanning spray, make sure that your skin can handle the formulation. Read the instructions carefully and then apply a little bit of the spray in your body and wait for any allergic reactions or discoloration. In this way you can check the quality of the tanning spray and you reduce the risk of hurting your skin.

It is best that you remove all the dead skin cells in your body so that the spray will be more effective. The reason behind is

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that tanning sprays usually “stick� to the outer layer of your skin. So if your dead skin cells are still in your body, they will be ones that gets tanned, and your tan will not last long. Aside from this, healthy skin cells are extremely receptive to the tanning sprays and would hold them longer. Scrub your whole body using a loofah or any other scrub and make sure that you exfoliate your whole body especially the exposed parts.

Aside from scrubbing your body, be sure to apply a moisturizer a few hours before you apply your tanning spray. This softens your skin and it becomes more receptive, therefore making your tan last longer and absorbing it better.

Application strategies

Wear dark clothing because the spray sometimes discolors them.

Aside from this, make sure that you have a pair of gloves that you can use to avoid discoloration in your hands. Although some prefer to use their hands to evenly apply the spray. Just be sure that you wash both hands right away after application to protect yourself from further discoloration.

When you start spraying your body be sure to apply the tanning spray evenly. Prepare a towel or tissue to wipe off drips and make sure that you apply the spray in covered areas like the back of your ears to achieve and even color.

Final reminders Make sure that you have evenly applied the spray, and make

necessary adjustments if you find any discoloration. Stand still for about a minute to avoid dripping and uneven application. It is crucial that you do not move especially your joints since these areas can easily remove the application.

Be sure to follow the instructions given in your kit and do not forget to apply a sun screen when you go out. Most tanning sprays contain a sun screen protection formula but it is best to apply it separately to ensure safety.

These three steps will give you that perfect tan you have been dreaming about. Just be sure to follow these reminders and all you have to do next is to find that perfect clothing that goes with your new tanned look.

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Be Your Sensual Finest In Lingerie

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he female body form is mysterious, sexy, alluring, and enticing. One form of the female silhouette that has had an exciting and attractive presence in every woman’s life, through the ages, and is known not just for its miraculous seduction prowess, but also for its ability to evoke and rapture - is the lingerie.

Lingerie plays a vital role in a woman’s life. Lingerie is not just close to the woman’s heart (no pun intended) but it is also the closest to her and enhances her sexuality like no other piece of clothing. But, the most important thing related

to a lingerie item is the fit. There’s no denying that completely wellfitted lingerie can accentuate the female form, sensuality and outfit with aplomb. So, let’s steal a look into the wonderfully intimate world of beautiful, lacy, sheer, satin, fashionable, trendy, lavish and stylish world of lingerie. Whether you are a plus size woman, or a bride-to-be, or want to bring the passion back into your relationship nothing really works to ignite the fire and spread the warmth like beautifully created lingerie!

whatever your reason for picking up lingerie, you must choose a lingerie according to your mood, preference in design, style, comfort, and purpose. Before you set your feet out for lingerie shopping get to know yourself better. Do you need lingerie that emphasizes your bodily curves, or do you need it to spice up your sex life or you need lingerie to pamper yourself? Whatever your reason, trust us - there is more than one type of intimate apparel for any occasion you may have in mind.

Lingerie Power

When you shop|While you shop for lingerie, stop for a minute

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Never make the mistake of underestimating the power of lingerie because not only does it boost your self-confidence, but also does wonders for your love life. Strut your stuff with confidence in glamorous, sexy, sheer, lingerie and watch your man drool!

Lingerie Secrets Having familiarized yourself with the lingerie power, its time for us to reveal the lingerie secrets!

Ladies, lingerie comes in 3 basic sizes - small, medium, and large.

However, if you’re voluptuous then plus-size lingerie is perfect for you.

Corsets and bustiers are widely popular amongst plus-size women buyers.

Special lingerie like Bridal lingerie caters to the very special needs of a newly-married girl or a brideto-be. To make you look your ravishing best on your wedding day, you can wear a gorgeous bustier or lacy bridal lingerie that enhances the sensuality of your wedding dress. Nowadays, more and more brides-to-be prefer to

wear white or off-white corsets with long flowing gowns.

World-wide, women have taken to lingerie shopping like never before. For a tempting and alluring effect buy sheer lingerie.

Made from power mesh (Seethrough), stretch mesh material, or transparent fabrics, sheer lingerie is immensely popular amongst women belong to 20s and 30s. Lycra lingerie is again a popular choice. Lightweight and stretchable, Lycra lingerie is forming fitting and tear-resistant.

Base your decision to purchase lingerie based on the use and purpose. The 3 rules of lingerie shopping need to be based on: * How best the lingerie enhances your body’s special features? * Does it cover the specific parts of your body properly and comfortably? * Does it make you look exotic, attractive, and beautiful inside-out?

Lingerie Fabrics The fabrics define the comfortable or feel of the lingerie against your skin. If you score comfort as the most important thing then cotton lingerie is ideal for you. It is reasonably priced, long-lasting, and easy to care for. Other fabric choices include Lycra/Spandex, nylon, leather, chiffon, silk, microfiber etc. Lycra lingerie is stretchable and form fitting, easy to watch, and care for and wrinklefree! Choose a fabric that feels good against your skin, doesn’t cause you rashes, and is likely to last longer with minimal wear and tear. After all, you will be wearing lingerie through out the day.

Lingerie Guide Here’s our guide to help you decide which lingerie is best for you.

1. Bra: A versatile support providing commonest lingerie.

2. Teddy: It is like a one-piece swimming suit but with a builtin panty area.

3. Camisole: One of my favorites.

Can be worn under a formal jacket or as a sleeveless top; it covers you from bust to hips.

4. Chemise: A thigh length short nightgown 5. Thongs: Made from transparent fabric, thongs offer more coverage in the front and are help up by a string-like piece. Allows you freedom from panty lines 6. Negligee: A nightgown or robe that is longer and lightweight 7. Pyjamas: A pant and top set 8. Bustier: A type of strap-less bra that covers up to up to the waist 9. Basque: A bra substitute that covers from the bust to hips As a thumb rule to buying the best lingerie, remember only invest in one that promotes your selfconfidence and makes you look and feel like a Goddess. Because you are no less!

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to consider the power of this intimate apparel. It stimulates the imagination, allows you to look seductive, sexy, and “all-powerful.”

While shopping in malls may be the usual way to pick lingerie, consider shopping for it online.

Online shopping malls offer a wide range of lingerie in various materials - cotton, satin, lace, silk, leather etc. - as well as latest designs and styles. This website serves all your needs with a smile, and has experts advising you to choose the most exciting and sensual piece of lingerie that can flatter your body and make you feel like a Diva!

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here are so many scent and fragrance

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Fruity perfumes and fragrances are

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A pleasant refreshing choice is brought

choices today as there is a great

different from their floral cousins in that

out by the earthy types of perfumes. Older

battle to capture our attention from the

they are best for warm weather. Also, the

folks usually prefer these as they are

manufacturers of perfumes. How do we choose

lady who likes tradition, yet a difference

traditional and less bold.

one over its competitor? For that matter, with the

from the classic floral will love the spicy,

huge selection that there is, just starting out is a

fruity difference.

great challenge!

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Younger consumers are drifting towards

Let’s explore some of the basic types of

the more modern oceanic scents. They are

perfumes and fragrances.

unusual and intense and give off a nautical

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Florals are the “all around” choice. That doesn’t mean, however, that using a cheap version will do. Premium quality ingredients

impression. A great choice for warmer months due to their outdoor-ish nature. * The oriental varieties have a strong spicy

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Finally, the “green” varieties are a lighter fragrance that goes well on less formal, casual occasions.

So what to choose? Are you the type that doesn’t like change? If so, use what you’ve always used, unless it no longer offers you the pleasure you once got from it. However, if you are of an open mind, expand your horizons and

count for a lot, particularly when the

scent. A choice of this variety is usually

try something different...Either from a different

consumer is searching for a distinctive

very personal as they are usually reserved

category or and different perfume from the

feminine fragrance.

for special occasions

same, proven category.

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robably the most versatile dresses that were ever designed for wear on special occasions is the cocktail dress.

While the events for which cocktail dresses are worn usually are late afternoon or early evening affairs that are too casual to be called black-tie events, many cocktail dresses can now be worn elsewhere, depending on the cut and the material of the dress and the accessories worn with it.

To wear a cocktail dress to a more formal event, all you need to do is to accessorize accordingly, perhaps wear more flashy pieces of jewelry and heavier makeup.

If you need to wear something dressy to the office for any reason other than the usual skirt or pant-

suit, you can put on a cocktail dress that is not too flashy and just throw on a blazer and slip into sensible office shoes. Many current styles of cocktail dresses are no longer limited to being party wear anymore.

Choosing what style of cocktail dress to wear, however, can be very tricky for the majority of women. After all, only a few women could claim to have truly perfect bodies, and most women who do not fall into the supermodel category prefer to hide the flaws of their figures. Wearing a one-piece dress such as a cocktail dress can easily reveal those flaws if the dress does not fit the wearer’s body type.

In choosing the right cocktail dress

to wear, a woman should always consider her body type - whether she is top-heavy or bottom-heavy - and find something that will balance out her figure. If she is bottom-heavy, her aim should be to draw attention to the upper part of her body and to her face. If she is top-heavy, she has the option either to emphasize her cleavage or to wear something that will pull the eyes to her legs.

What kind of cocktail dress would suit a woman with a bottom-heavy figure? As said above, a woman with a bottom-heavy figure would want to hide the thickness round her hips and thighs. A good cocktail dress for her to wear would be a dress that suits closely around the waist but without the

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seams pushed out by extra padding around the abdomen and has a skirt that flares out around the hips and thighs.

A cocktail dress with a full skirt would be perfect for a woman with a bottom-heavy figure because it will surely hide whatever flabbiness and bulges that she wishes not to be seen around her lower body.

Another option available for a woman with a bottom-heavy figure is a cocktail dress that sports an empire-style waistline. A cocktail dress with an empire-style waistline has the waist placed higher, thereby pulling the eyes towards the shoulders, the neck and the face. It also drapes and skims within the lower body. The only risk with wearing an empire-style cocktail dress, however, is that the empire-style cut is often used on maternity dresses, and so a woman wearing such a dress may be mistaken to be pregnant.

And yet another choice open for a woman with a bottomheavy figure is a cocktail dress that is either sleeveless or strapless, also with a flaring skirt. Again, baring the arms and the shoulders is effective in drawing attention away from the hips.

As for women with top-heavy figures, she could either emphasize her cleavage or her legs, as stated before. If she wants to put focus on her legs rather than her cleavage, she can wear a cocktail dress with a solid-colored top paired with a patterned skirt. She

can hike the hem of her skirt up to make it shorter and really draw the eyes to her legs.

If she wants to attract attention to her ample cleavage instead of her legs, she can cover up her legs in a long-skirted cocktail dress but reveal a little skin on her upper body with a low V-neck or plunging neckline. In fact, she can draw the eyes to both her top and her legs by wearing a short cocktail dress with a low neckline if she would like to. What she should not do is to wear a cocktail dress with an overly busy top because it will make her upper body appear larger and skew the balance of her figure.

Accessories also help to keep the illusion of balance on a woman’s figure aside from wearing the right kind of cocktail dress. Bottomheavy women can wear flashy earrings, necklaces or chokers, while topheavy women can forego the necklace and opt for a bracelet instead. However, she should purchase her cocktail dress first before figuring out what accessories, bag and shoes to wear.

Cocktail dresses are versatile dresses that can be worn on any occasion that requires some degree of formality without being a full blacktie event. A woman should be able to choose the right cocktail dress that can really flatter her body type.

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Well Known Fact

There is no better feeling than when you’re wearing a comfortable shoe. Comfortable shoes allow us to enjoy the day’s activities pain free. Wearing shoes that fit properly may also prevent potential health problems from occurring.

When To Buy Most shoes can last a standard of three to twelve months. As you begin to wear out a shoe, you begin to notice a difference in comfort.

Worn out shoes can cause back pain, sore knee joints, or aching feet. The time to replace your shoes is when the cushion has broken down or the motion control has been lost.

Which Shoes To Purchase?

Everyone’s foot is different.

The ideal shoe for you is the one that gives you the right fit, support, cushioning, and flexibility.

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Choose a well-cushioned stability shoe that compensates for any irregularities in your foot or your stride.

Some Common Foot Irregularities

High Arched Feet A high arched foot does not roll inward very much at all.

There is a highly curved arch along the inside of the foot.

Also, the toes appear to be in a clawed position. Highly arched feet are very rigid and are unable to absorb shock when making contact with the ground. The reason for this is that the foot is not able to roll inward once the foot makes contact with the ground. This lack of pronation can cause heel, knee, shin, and back problems. Inserting special pads in the shoes, which compensate for this condition, treats highly arched feet. The pads allow the feet to absorb shock more easily. Individuals with high arched feet, should try to

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Over pronation may cause shin splints, plantar fasciitis, and IT band syndrome.

Under pronation occurs when the outside of the foot takes the brunt of the shock when coming in contact with the ground. This issue} can cause problems with the ligaments in your feet and ankles. Stability shoes feature either a dual density mid-sole or a roll bar to help combat pronation problems.

Some Helpful Shoe Buying Tips · Shop late in the day. Feet tend to swell as the day goes on. Shoes bought in the morning will feel tight during by afternoon. · Shop for shoes with your health and comfort in mind. Your foot size changes each year.

Always measure your foot first. This should give you a general range when considering different styles of shoes. Choose shoes that are shaped like your foot.

stay away from stability or motion control shoes, which reduce foot mobility.

Flat Feet The phrase “Flat Feet” refers to people who have a low arch, or no arch at all. Sometimes they are said to have “fallen arches”.

Most people’s feet have a space on the inner side when the bottom of the foot comes in contact with the ground. This is known as the arch. The height of the arch varies

in size from one person to another.

Flat Feet are generally a hereditary condition. The ideal shoe for this condition would be a motion control or stability shoe with a firm mid-sole.

Over or Under Pronation.

Over pronation is the excessive inward rolling motion of the foot.

This inward motion is considered unhealthy because it can cause a great deal of strain on the back, ankles, knees, and lower legs.

· Check to see how the sole feels on the bottom of your foot. It should have a soft and supportive cushion. People with high arches generally need more support. ·

Stand up and take a quick walk to get a feel for the shoe. Your feet shouldn’t slide around inside and there should be little bit of room beyond the largest toe. But no more than 1/2 inch.

Remember: You should never have to “break in” a tight shoe.

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easily below the arm. The best look for you is a shoulder bag or a hobo bag that hangs slightly but ends well above the hip line.

If you are top heavy If you are generously endowed on the upper half of your body you will probably want to draw attention away from your bosom or

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elieve it or not trying on a purse is just as important as trying on clothes.

Even though a purse is just an accessory, wearing the incorrect style, size or shape can really ruin your look. The part of your body that the handbag rests on will be the part of the body that the eye will be drawn to. The right choice of handbag can actually accentuate your positive attributes.

Prior to ordering one of the seasons hot, new bags, learn how to choose the right bag for your body type.

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If you are slim and tall You are lucky!

Being tall and slim lets you to get away with most purse styles.

Oversize bags, shoulder bags and clutch bags will all look great.

The only thing you really need to watch is the size of the handbag you choose.

Small bags should be avoided as they will make you look bigger.

Mid size, large, floppy or bulky handbags are best. Bright colors, prints and patterns are okay, too.

Picking The Right Handbag For Your Body Type

If you are short and petite The most important thing to watch for as a petite girl is the size of the bag you select. A good rule of thumb is to remember proportion.

Small bags work well for small girls. Choose small bags and wear them close to your body.

If your hips are large If you wish to draw attention away from the hip area try a shoulder bag. Choose one with a short strap. The purse can be tucked

waist. A messenger bag or a handbag is a good choice for your body type. If you really want a shoulder bag try one that has a long strap and is fairly large in size.

If you have great curves A shoulder bag that ends just above the waist is the most flattering style for you. The only type of bags that you will want to avoid are ones that are either really big or tiny.

If you are a plus size Any style of bag that is wider in width like a Hobo bag suit you best. Keep away from bags that are small. A small bag will make you look larger. Go for bags with short to medium length straps.

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Purchasing A New Watch to be considered before purchasing. Is the watch going to be for recreational purposes, casual, dress, sports, or active wear, or are you looking for a watch simply to make a statement?

With so many good brands of watch available on the market, there is a lot to choose from and with prices ranging from relatively cheap to out of this world it is wise to explore all the options before parting with your money.

Don’t just look at the brands that you are familiar with, because there are} many excellent brands that might offer more features for your money.

A solid watch dealer will be able to help you make a good decision by explaining the differences in the brands and tailoring your purchase to your requirements.

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t is unwise to buy a non-branded watch. There are many reasons for this. Firstly the quality of build is often considerably lower for a nonbranded watch so you are unlikely to get the years of service that you should expect. Secondly there are often problems with warranties when non-branded watches fail.

Another thing that you should always avoid is purchasing your watch from an unauthorized dealer.

If you purchase a branded watch from

an authorized dealer then you have made two of the best decisions that you can make when buying a watch.

Before buying your watch you really need to think about the reason why you are buying the watch. Obviously a construction worker will need a different type of watch than the businessman who is looking for a watch to wear when he is attending business lunches.

There are watches designed for all applications, and these factors need

Most of the brands that have been respected for quality also offer cheaper quality watches so you can’t assume that a watch is good just because of the brand name. Once again a good dealer will be able to help you decide. There are also a few good watch forums on the internet where people will share their opinions and experiences.

Do not be too concerned with the technical details when buying|when purchasing a watch as most quality watches have the same basic functions. It shouldn’t matter

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Most costly watches are mass-produced to a very high level of quality thanks to modern techniques so it is unlikely that you will be buying a watch that has been handmade by craftsmen who have had generations in the trade.

While price is one consideration that needs to be taken into account when making your purchase, it is more important that you get exactly what is needed for your requirements even if that involves paying a bit more money for your purchase.

If you choose wisely, a watch can last a lifetime with good care.

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to you whether the watch is a quartz, a certified mechanical (chronometer), or a non-certified mechanical, provided it is capable of keeping time with accuracy and maintain that accuracy for many years.

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f you have ever been envious of the high-end bathrooms that are portrayed in your favorite home improvement magazines, you are probably not alone. If the size of your bathroom leaves something to be desired, you may feel at a loss as to what to do. The following design ideas seem big by nature, but the can turn your little bathroom into a luxurious room.

charm to your bath, use horizontal tiled lines to create an illusion of more space and pair it with a frameless mirror. Use ceiling and wall vanity lighting to complement your space and lead the eye seamlessly across the bathroom. Last but not least, incorporate a curbless shower and pair it with a small toilet to create a larger appeal and a luxurious feel.

Older homes tend to suffer from smaller bathrooms that measure about 5 feet by 8 feet. In order to combat the impending fear of claustrophobia, scale down some of the items in your bathroom. Start by choosing a pedestal sink instead of one that comes with long counter space and cabinets that may limit you. Choose light colored tiles and paint to create a feeling of space as darker colors can make your bathroom feel even more crowded.

Take advantage of the shape of your bathroom by choosing a small yet effective vanity. Use a dark colored vanity for light walls and a light vanity for dark walls. Maximize the storage space by purchasing a vanity that has drawers under the sink to hide your accessories.

Use an Asian inspired design in your bathroom to enable the play of light and dark colors.

A powder room vanity with a Japanese feel to it can enable you to mix modern elements with old school designs.

Meanwhile, an all brown layout could make your bath feel extra cramped, rotate the chocolate and deep brown colors with white and beige.

Take advantage of all the space in your bath, but don’t make it feel too cramped. Incorporate vanity lighting and light wall colors to create a feeling of more space. When necessary, use light oak finish furniture to expand your bath and use storage wisely.

If you prefer a more modern

If you have too much wall space, but nothing to cover it with choose a Zen way of decorating by using a long horizontal mirror. It can help you stretch the wall space and create the illusion of a much larger bath. In this situation, choose a dark framed mirror with thick framing.

Paint is not always the best way to make a cramped space feel bigger. Choose white marble tiles and frameless mirrors to work together in order to create a feeling of space. Instead of installing a tub, install a glass door shower and pair it with a floor-to-ceiling cabinet system.

There is no reason why a tiny bath can not be stylish or luxurious. Many people feel the need to expand their bathrooms for extra added cost, but it really isn’t necessary. Use your bathroom space the right way and incorporate light and dark colors to trick the eye.

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5 Tips To Keep Your Home In Good Shape

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hen our homes are ignored, problems start to arise and once functional items will start to fail. While almost every home is likely to have some kind of problem that needs to be fixed, there are things that can be done to solve and sometimes avoid these problems. Take a look at the following home improvement tips, as they will keep your home looking good and save you money in the long run.

Periodically examine your roof for any problems. Make a note of areas where shingles are broken or missing, as well as tiles that flap due to blowing wind. All of these are signs that your roof needs to be repaired immediately in order to protect your home from the weather. Choose replacement tiles that can withstand damage from hail impact and fire. Slate, shake, and polymer roofing tiles are the best options.

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look old and unclean. Use detergents and pressure washers to clean any unsightly areas of siding, ensuring to carefully go over areas where a lot of build-up is found. Don’t use pressure washers on windows or trim, as the high pressure can easily cause damage to these areas. During the cleaning process, look for any changes that may have occurred from the year before, such paint peeling, warping, insect damage, or bucking.

Clean gutters are able to redirect rain away from the base of the home. Check out the gutters on a regular basis to see if you can find any clogs, cracks, or holes that may be preventing proper drainage.

The gutters must be properly sloped and attached to the home as well. Be certain that the water that drains from the gutters isn’t damaging any of the surrounding landscape or property.

Air leaks and condensation may be a sign that your windows need replacing. Vinyl framed windows are a good replacement option, as they are durable, look visually appealing, and are more energy efficient than other windows. Since these windows require bit of maintenance, there is no need to worry about

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repainting, scraping, and frame rot. Try selecting a window that is built with multiple chambers and fusion welded corners.

An average homes has several doors, all of which can require maintenance. Check for any light or air that may be leaking through the doors. Warped doors and visible gaps must be fixed, as they can leave your home using more energy to keep it warm in the winter and cool in the summer time. Some gaps can be fixed with an application of sealent, but for more serious cases, the installation of a new door may be required. A high insulation fiber glass door does a good job of keeping air from escaping while looking good.

As you can see, when you fail to take care of your home, things can go awry. Don’t wait until it’s too late to take care of your home. Remember the tips and your home will never let you down.

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Home Renovations In Your Kitchen

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wning or buying a home is an experience that many have had the privilege of having. The fantastic feeling of peace and security that it provides makes it all worthwhile.

Think about your family and your dear loved ones as they reside together in that truly happy environment. Who of us could ask for more?

Owning a home can at times however may cause levels of uncertainty and anxiety. This is usually the case when the family decides to change or improve their dwelling. The problem here is that a home may require many costly upgrades or repairs during its lifetime. Some of these may be necessary to maintain the safety or the structure of the home. Others, on the other hand, may be because the property owner simply desires an improvement in a certain area of the home.

Most families are budget oriented and therefore can only consider doing one project at a time. As an example, maybe the family would enjoy a new built-in swimming pool that comes complete with matching hot tub. Maybe the choice would be gorgeous new hardwood floors throughout the home.

Then there is that awesome home

theater room that would provide the family countless hours of entertainment as they watch the latest DVD movie releases. The above mentioned are all great family choices, but what project would provide the family with best return on their investment? For many homeowners a newly renovated kitchen would be the answer.

Kitchen remodeling isn’t just one of the best investments that may be made... It also is truly the best choice for your family. Just think about how many hours are spent in the kitchen and dining room areas. Whether it is sharing a delicious and wholesome meal together at the dining room table or just a quick midnight snack at the eating bar, a kitchen renovation makes sense for most reasons.

The kitchen is the nerve centre of most homes today. It is a gathering point where most families come together to communicate to each other about their daily schedule. It is a central meeting location in the home where family members enjoy each others company.

It truly does not matter if you prefer a more formally designed kitchen and dining area or a design which is casual and promotes an easy living style.

A kitchen remodeling project is the

perfect home improvement for most families.

When Taking a look at a complete kitchen renovation... There is an important consideration to make.

Who will you hire to co-ordinate this major undertaking. I am sure that if you decide to undertake this project on your own you will have success.

It will require though, a substantial investment of your personal time to research all of the various aspects that are involved in a complete kitchen renovation.

The majority decide however to utilize a professional kitchen designer.

They are qualified to provide you with a worry free renovation from the beginning until the end. They are familiar with all of the details that go into a practical design. This includes plumbing, flooring, appliances, electrical and so much more.

The most important benefit that a professional kitchen cabinet designer will bring to the table is the actual kitchen cabinet design and layout. Not simply they will produce a design that will be visually appealing, but more importantly, it will produce a efficient functionally working kitchen.

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he following is a list of the advantages that we all can derive from walking. Being a parent, we are all concerned about our children. Whether it is their mental makeup or their physical makeup, children benefit by the concern that parents show in this regard.

When it comes to the physical makeup of our children, we want them to be active and healthy.

The best way that we can do this is by being a role model. If we show a love for exercise, so will they, and walking is one of the best exercises to do.

With today’s high gas prices, most families are concerned with spending less wherever they can. If you own a car or two, you understand that the cost of fuel is a large portion of the family budget. That is why walking whenever you can is a wonderful way to cut down on your fuel costs. An easy trip to the market by walking will soon add up to quite a savings.

If you are a mother who is house bound for long periods of time due to family responsibilities.

Otherwise you are an office employee who sits in front of a computer all day. Both of you will benefit by escaping that confinement by going for a leisurely stroll. It will help you to get through the rest of the day as it will give you a wholesome break away from your daily routine.

Do we really know our neighbors? Have we made an effort to visit them and get to know more about them? If you are in a habit of going for a daily stroll around your neighborhood, you will probably have a great

opportunity to bump into them at some point. There will be occasions when they are working in their yards or coming and going from various daily outings. These would be perfect times for you to introduce yourself and thus perhaps start a new friendship.

We are all concerned about the health of or planet, mankind’s home. There are so many issues that are in the news about the destruction of the Eco-systems.

Over time it seems to be getting worse. There may be little we can do on a global front about the environment. However, we can do our part wherever we live. By walking whenever we can. This will help to prevent harmful emissions from polluting the atmosphere.

There is nothing that is more enjoyable that a stroll to enjoy {the gorgeous} creation that surrounds us. It does not matter if it is a beautiful evening sunset, or an invigorating scent from a pine forest, or a daily stroll while admiring the beauties of creation, walking does wonders for our psyche.

The best time to think is when we get away from whatever we are doing and take a walk.

Walking seems to stimulate the thinking process. We are able to make decisions wisely and see things a lot clearer when we are walking.

Walking is just the best exercise that you can do for your body.

It is a low impact exercise and requires no costly equipment.

The advantages derived from walking are second to none when it comes to fitness.

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So what causes high levels of cholesterol? There can be various factors such as age, gender, activity levels, diet, and many more.

Cholesterol Is Really A Growing Concern

As an example, let’s take age.

It appears like so many other health issues, after 20 years we start to slowly decline. The same is true in regards to your cholesterol levels. So as we grow older, it is extremely crucial that we maintain a healthy lifestyle and thus appropriate cholesterol levels.

How many of you out there enjoy a large classic breakfast? You know what I mean... Bacon and eggs, toast, hash-browns and a large glass of cold milk. Well if you eat too much saturated fat, you will likely have high cholesterol. Unhealthy fat is found in products from animals that include beef, pork, milk, eggs, butter, and cheese products. Not to say that you cannot eat any of these foods.

Just remember that after 20 years of age... You need to be moderate when consuming these products.

Unfortunately for all you snack lovers, anything packaged that contains coconut oil or palm oil may also include a lot of

saturated fat. Chips, crackers, cookies and such that are store bought are likely such candidates and therefore definite enemies of your battle to maintain healthy cholesterol levels. But once again moderation is the key word here.

Another essential thing to help you maintain the battle is your general overall health. You need to keep in touch with your physician and have regular appointments. Doing so will assure that you do not have any other diseases that will make high cholesterol levels dangerous. Sometimes in life we come across that nasty word...

Heredity. Why would such a word be nasty? Because our parent’s bad genes can be passed on to us and to our kids. So if high levels of cholesterol are common in your family’s lineage, then for sure you need to be aware of the risk for you.

This is such an obvious prevention that it seems silly even to mention it. Smoking...

Smoking cigarettes and other tobacco related product kills.

It can do so in oh, countless ways. Most people think of lung cancer when thinking of diseases caused by smoking. Who would have ever thought of high cholesterol! But the research shows that smoking can kill you in more ways than one.

So it’s up to you. High cholesterol levels can be controlled by simple things such as your diet, you activity, and your regular visits to the doctor.

Enjoy your life by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Do not let high cholesterol make you a member of what appears to be a growing

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holesterol is a fat which is produced by the liver. Our bodies need it to function on a daily basis. There’s an outer layer of cholesterol on all of your cells. Even so, too high of cholesterol levels can lead to many health issues. In many of the developed countries such as the U.S. and Canada, there has been a growing concern about high levels in both adults and children.

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e all need to be fit and healthy, but sometimes it can be boring to exercise.

Doing the same exercises over and over can decrease anyone’s motivation, which will make them not want to exercise. Instead of sticking with the tradition exercises, try new things. Here are some creative tips on how to stay fit and have fun at the same time.

Aerial silk is form of acrobatic performance where performers are suspended from fabric and do various acrobatic techniques.

Aerial silk requires great concentration and strength of the core muscles, as the body is suspended without the help of harnesses or ropes. Flexibility is also used to wrap one’s body and limbs within the fabric. A trained aerial silk professional can help any newcomer become an expert on the fabric and strengthen their core muscles to completely hold their weight.

Skateboarding is an activity that many kids perform on a daily

basis, but it can also be done by adults as well. Even if you have no intention of becoming an X Games competitor, you can still skateboard to maintain yourself fit. The activity increases core strength through balance, while exercising the leg muscles with each movement to push the skateboard. Additionally, some of the more advanced skateboard tricks and techniques are a great way to take the workout to the next level.

Roller derby takes all the fun of skating and turns it into a full contact sport. Roller derby competitors work their muscles hard as they attempt to skate faster than their opponents and lap them to score points. The sport places a huge emphasis on cardio work and acts as a more fun alternative to jogging or power walking.

If you live close to the ocean, a beach with a lot of waves, or near an indoor beach, then you should give surfing a try. It’s a great way to exercise the core and legs as you try to balance on the water

while riding the waves. Once you wipe out, you can also get a good swimming workout as you head to the next wave, working the arms and legs with each paddle and stroke. Beginners should try to work their way up to riding waves with the help of a professional.

If you can’t make it out to a mountain to rock climb, there is still the option of doing indoor climbing.

Climbing is a great way to work many parts of your body, including your arms, legs, back, and core.

It’s also safer than heading to an actual mountain. It’s a good way to create tone muscles and even kids can do it.

Many individuals think that they have to rely on classic exercises to stay fit, but this simply isn’t the case. There are many of alternative exercises out there that will keep anyone healthy and eliminate boredom. Many of these exercises are suitable for all ages, meaning that there is no excuse for not being fit. Try a few of them and see how your body turns out.

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he ability to stay fit is much easier than the majority would believe.

In fact, it could be one of the simplest activities you can perform every day. To stay at your highest level of fitness requires the ability to eat well, workout each day, and rest accordingly.

Eating Properly Most individuals eat a horrible diet filled with junk food, high carbohydrates, and too much fat. Maintaining a healthier lifestyle usually requires the need to eat properly, by consuming only the highest quality foods. It is important to understand that all of the

Essential Tricks For Staying Fit Energy that your body creates is derived out of the food that it consumes, and the air that is breathed.

Many people believe that the simplest solution for losing weight is simply starvation.

However, with missed meals comes a lower amount of body fluids, and reduced energy. The lower the amount of energy, the quieter the metabolism will become. Once the metabolism is minimized the body begins to slow down, and tends to hold onto additional body fat, and will burn muscle mass instead, to produce the energy it requires. As a result, the body becomes weakened, but still retains its fat.

Alternatively, consuming the best foods every day can

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reverse this phenomenon, an increase the body’s metabolism. Consuming higher levels of protein, complex carbohydrates and minimal fat is the ideal way to stay fit.

Routine Workouts Performing routine workouts each day does not require extensive exercise. Taking the stairs rather than the elevator, participating in local sports, or taking a walk after dinner is all the physical activity that is required to stay properly fit. The key ingredient to maintaining fitness is to understand that the body has a natural resistance to exercise. However, by simply incorporating an additional 15 minutes of exercise each day, the body will begin to become accustomed to the change.

As the body gets more fit, its immune system becomes stronger, and its resistance against physical activity begins to diminish. The easiest way to incorporate an effective program to stay fit is to mix things up. By walking on certain days, jogging on other days, and participating in local sports at different times throughout the week, will help keep your body in check, as it strives to maintain the energy level you need.

Getting Enough Rest As we get older, we tend to sleep less. When we were children, and constantly growing, we frequently required 10 full hours of sleep every night. However, most adults today get less than six hours of sleep on average. This can

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cause significant havoc on the internal organs and the aging process. A lack of sleep often produces a slower metabolism, and a groggy sensation throughout the day.

For that reason, we tend to find ways to produce less energy, and avoid any type of physical activity. By getting enough sleep each night, it is easy to enhance the body’s metabolism, increase its energy levels, and stay fit.

Notice that what is consumed every day contributes about 50% of the energy required to stay fit. Working out contributes approximately 20%, and getting enough rest

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Fitness Techniques For Beginner

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any individuals are looking to get fit. But not everyone understands that you need to do more than go to the gym once in a while and cut back on the fast food. Fitness isn’t something that’s hard to do, but it’s something you need to put a lot of effort into. I’ll give you a few tips to help you get in shape.

intensity of your cardio workout.

Start jogging or biking rather than walking. Then step it up again and start running for half an hour. Once this starts getting easy for you can exercise for longer or just keep pushing yourself to go faster.

Drink water and just water! Make sure you’re drinking eight ounce glasses of water every day. If you want to get the most out of this, only drink water. Don’t drink fruit juices, soda, or coffee. Whenever you’re thirsty, drink some ice cold water.

This is the simplest way for you to shed weight.

You also should be going strength training every other day. Cardio is an excellent way to get yourself in decent shape. It’ll also give your body a temporary calorie burning boost. But that boost wears off as the day goes on. Muscle burns more calories at a rest than fat does. So by doing strength training, you replace that fat with muscle.

Your body then has to work harder to maintain that muscle.

Get at least 30 minutes of cardio on a daily basis. If you’re just starting to exercise, you can go for walks or swim for your cardio. As you get more used to it, start increasing the

I said work out every other day for a reason. Your body can handle cardio every single day for the most part since it doesn’t put a lot of stress on it. But it can’t handle

serious muscle building every day.

As you lift weights, you’re doing a small amount of damage to the muscles involved, that’s why you’re sore afterwards. The way you build muscle is by doing that little bit of damage and allowing your body to fix it. As the body repairs the muscles it strengthens it so they don’t get damaged again.

So while lifting twenty pounds would’ve damaged it in the beginning, after a couple of workouts twenty pounds won’t do anything. That’s why you have to increase the weight. But if your body doesn’t get rest between each workout, it won’t have the time to repair all of the damage. So if you keep working out day after day, those muscles are eventually going to sustain serious damage. Then you’ll be worse off than you were when you started.

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ealth and fitness are essential components to living a happier lifestyle.

It takes proper knowledge, of how to eat properly and exercise using the best routines. Overall, getting physically fit provides many rewards. It allows for a tight lean body, and when combined with good nutrition and proper exercise, it can help minimize the potential of disease, while reducing stress.

Exercise is known to provide significant advantages to the mind and body. To can level off emotions, create a positive body image, improve selfconfidence, increase energy levels, and help the individual develop an optimistic look.

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Advantages of Pilates One of the most beneficial exercise routines that any person can perform is Pilates. It is designed to be extremely useful to overall fitness, while improving health conditions and enhancing overall well-being.

Quality Pilates performed on a routine basis is known to improve posture, while increasing flexibility and mobility of the spine. In all, these effective routines are designed to tone and lengthen the muscles to produce a sleek slender look. In older individuals, it’s also known to improve bone density and maintain it for years.

Pilates was invented as a revolutionary approach to handling the body and the mind and the spirit. Through integration of specific principles, it performs various functions. These include: Centering - The physical activity of Pilates allows the individual to centre their focus. All energy is directed to the body’s powerhouse area that resides between the pubic bone and the lower ribs.

These exercise routines can create incredible amounts of energy.

Concentration - The original concept of Pilates was to use these exercise routines as a way to develop intense focus and concentration. By applying full attention to the Pilates exercise, one

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