Posted May 2, 2008 - 06:30 by Linsey Knerl
Health and Beauty, Freebies
May is skin cancer awareness month, and as a close friend to many skin cancer survivors, I know how important it is to get regular check-ups. If the cost of seeing a dermatologist has you headed for the hills, check out these free ways to get to-notch preventative care!
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Posted April 30, 2008 - 06:46 by Philip Brewer
Shopping, Food and Drink, Health and Beauty
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural tradition that teaches us how to eat a healthy, frugal diet.
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Posted April 17, 2008 - 09:20 by Paul Michael
Frugal Living, Health and Beauty
98% of men say they do it; the other 2% are lying. But far from it being something to be embarrassed about, researchers have strong indications that this very common activity could have uncommon effects in reducing the risk of prostate cancer.
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Posted April 15, 2008 - 18:11 by Julie Rains
Life Hacks, Health and Beauty
How are your resolutions to get fit, exercise more, and lose weight going? If you need a nudge or some encouragement, check out my doable-with-a-busy-schedule approach to getting results.
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Posted April 14, 2008 - 15:07 by Paul Michael
Food and Drink, Health and Beauty, Lifestyle, General Tips
The chances are, you're dehydrated right now. In fact, over 75% of the American population is deyhdrated, and worse still, over 80% know they are. No big deal? Well, it is actually. Lack of hydration can lead to all kinds of problems, including obesity, fatigue and a much higher risk of certain cancers. So grab a glass or three of water and read on.
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Posted April 3, 2008 - 12:54 by Xin Lu
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Food and Drink, DIY, Health and Beauty
The main reason that people don't drink water is that it is tasteless and not very "fun" to drink. On the other hand, water is considered more healthy than sodas so now there is a entire category of packaged drinks such as VitaminWater that is basically bottled water with coloring,vitamins,and flavor. Instead of buying these drinks, read on for ways you can make your water more exciting to drink.
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Posted March 24, 2008 - 16:10 by Xin Lu
Personal Finance, Health and Beauty, Making Extra Cash, General Tips
I first read of selling hair in Les Miserables when Fantine sold her head of gold to clothe her daughter Corsette. The hair trade just seems like such an archaic idea, but actually high quality hairpieces are still made from real human hair and there is a huge market for sourcing natural hair. Here are some tips and information on how to sell your tresses for cash.
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Posted March 10, 2008 - 13:28 by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Food and Drink, Health and Beauty, Freebies
I would never dismiss any dieting or nutrition program that really works, and my goal is not to discredit commercial options that have worked for many. However, I get really jazzed when I can find comparable resources for free, especially when they have been provided by our government. Meet my newest ally in the fight against unhealthy eating and a sedentary lifestyle – MyPyramid.gov
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Posted March 10, 2008 - 12:02 by Xin Lu
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Shopping, Food and Drink, Health and Beauty, Cars and Transportation, General Tips
Do you know which is more expensive: one gallon of gasoline or one gallon of orange juice? How about one gallon of glue? Read on for a comparison of the price gasoline and other fluid substances we consume and see if you still think gas is expensive.
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Posted March 4, 2008 - 06:45 by Myscha Theriault
Health and Beauty
Before I start, I have to admit to a bit of preliminary bias. I expected to like this book before it ever arrived from the publisher. With Mr. Bayou’s extensive experience, and the minor to moderate fashion miracles I’d seen him accomplish on the CBS “glam-bush” makeovers, I was sure I would pick up a few tips. What I did not expect was for this book to exceed my expectations so drastically. The Science of Sexy completely blew me away. Keep reading to find out why.
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