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Thursday, Aug 30th 2012
Take an Aspirin and Call Me in the Morning? Rosie Teaches Us That’s Not the Answer
By now you've probably heard the news about Rosie O'Donnell's heart attack. You also may know that she never called 911 and waited a full day after her symptoms started before seeking medical help. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), coronary heart disease is the single leading cause of death for American women.
Friday, Aug 24th 2012
10 Healthy Snacks for Busy Kids and Adults, Plus Enter to Win Free Treats
Many of us don't think about planning snacks. Snacks just happen. And too often that means we find ourselves standing in front of the vending machine, pulling through the drive-through or staring at the chips and cookies in the pantry.
Tuesday, Aug 21st 2012
Tips for Staying Fit From a 7-Time Olympic Medalist, Plus Enter to Win Amanda Beard's Favorite Swimwear
Amanda Beard is not only a decorated four-time Olympic athlete, but she's also a wife and mother coping with the demands of everyday life. So she knows how difficult it can be to keep on track with workouts. Here are her top tips for staying fit (plus find out how you can be entered to win a bathing suit and goggles from Amanda's favorite brand, Aquasphere).
Monday, Aug 20th 2012
Infection Detection: Yeast Beast or Something More Serious?
If it's itchy down there, it must be a yeast infection, right? Wrong.
Before you run to the drugstore for an over-the-counter (OTC) anti-fungal treatment, you might want to re-evaluate your symptoms. An estimated 44 percent of women with a vaginal infection initially treat themselves with an OTC yeast infection medication when they actually have bacterial vaginosis (BV), a much more serious infection caused by an overgrowth of the bacteria that occur naturally in the vagina.
Wednesday, Aug 01st 2012
Why 15 Million People Are Having Online Affairs
How's your cheater radar? You just know that your partner is not the type of person who would have an affair … or do you? It's not just your best friend's arrogant boyfriend who fits the bill. It's the 15,060,000 members (and growing) of Ashley Madison, the notorious website geared toward online connections between married people. Its motto? "Life is short. Have an affair."
