Foods That Sabotage Your Diet

However, these temptations are not the only dangerous ones. There are much sneakier culprits lurking right in your kitchen. The problem is that you think some of these foods are healthy. Foods that parade themselves as health foods only to send your blood sugar skyrocketing are the real issue. Here are just a few of the foods that will sabotage your diet. Look, I’m having key lime pie for dessert!...

April 18, 2017 · 5 min · 914 words · Curtis Young

The Untold Truth Of Victoria's Secret

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Underwear was utilitarian it covered all the bits that needed to be covered without much fuss. Victoria’s Secret helped change all that. But behind the sparse unmentionables is a hidden side to the company many do not know. “Our original idea was to have a store where men felt comfortable shopping for lingerie. It all began when Roy went shopping for me, and felt out of place in a lingerie store....

April 18, 2017 · 2 min · 405 words · Tammy Serrano

​How The Role Of Being A Mom Has Changed Throughout History

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The role of a mom is undoubtedly an important one. I have become a motherhood book hoarder. Up until now, most of my books have been on the joys (and pains) of pregnancy. Of course, “best mother” is a subjective measure. And its definition haschanged greatlyover the years (as has our understanding ofmost things). Book searching, in fact, is a great way to see that change....

April 18, 2017 · 3 min · 490 words · William Cooper

​What I Learned From Having Kids From Two Different Marriages

When I was young, I never dreamed that I’d be living the life I am now. I never imagined that I’d get divorced and start all over again but, here I am. Right in the thick of it. I am always taken aback and amazed that anyone would think that this is an appropriate question to ask. Why do they need that information and how am I supposed to answer that?...

April 18, 2017 · 3 min · 568 words · Alexander Stephens

10 So-Called Unhealthy Foods That Nutritionists Eat

When it comes to healthy eating, nutritionists are the experts. They are specially trained in how to take in the optimal balance of nutrients. Nutritionists also know a little secret. Food is not good or bad. It has no morality. We are not good for eating a salad or bad for eating a pizza. They also know to avoid the fad diets. The guidelines for a ‘healthy diet’ are constantly changing....

April 17, 2017 · 4 min · 784 words · Alexander Peck

Healthy Ingredient Swaps That Will Change Your Life

We all want to be healthy. We want to look good in our clothes. We want to feel strong and full of energy. The entire thing is exhausting, often discouraging us from seeking out a healthier lifestyle before we even start. Luckily, eating healthier might actually be a lot simpler than we think. That’s why Rebecca Lewis, in-house dietitian atHelloFresh, suggests swapping out this fatty topping for Greek yogurt. “Greek yogurt has less calories and fat than sour cream,” she told me....

April 17, 2017 · 2 min · 373 words · Steven Foster

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms You\'re Likely To Miss

Chances are you or someone you know has been touched by cancer. The news of cancer is devstating for a family and community. There is so much uncertainty for the future, and this is certainly true of ovarian cancer. Unfortunately ovarian cancer can often be missed in its early stages, because the symptoms are easy to ignore. Fortunately, there is now more research coming out to guide us on the signs to watch out for....

April 17, 2017 · 3 min · 550 words · Jennifer Kelley

Ways Beauty Companies Are Secretly Scamming You

Oh, the beauty industry. The question is, how do we separate the useful products from those that are totally bogus? Here are eight beauty industry red flags to look out for, according to the experts. Well, apart from being simply gorgeous, these ladies are all killing it in the lash department. “If you use just mascara and an eyelash curler, you should be good to go. A lash primer is just an unnecessary step....

April 17, 2017 · 3 min · 442 words · Travis Lawson

Ways Dating Is Different After 30

Dating is never easy. But what makes dating after 30 different from dating in your 20s? Turns out, there’s a lot. This means that the dating pool after 30 isn’t quite what it used to be. Laura Ryan, a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified hypnotherapist, and certifiedImago Relationship Therapistagreed. With fewer potential partners to choose from and no wing woman, things can be a little tough. Jess O’Reilly, Astroglide’s resident sexologist....

April 17, 2017 · 2 min · 344 words · Brittany Williams

False Facts About Men People Always Assume Are True

When I was getting my master’s degree in counseling psychology, I took a course called Counseling Men. I reached out to some experts to find out. It’s what’s always on their minds, or so society would have us believe. Bennett told me about a study done at Ohio State University that debunks this myth. So it turns out that men may be exaggerating their sexual experiences and desires while women play coy....

April 14, 2017 · 2 min · 395 words · Mario Black

Things No One Admits They Like About Being Single

Being single can suck sometimes. Also, you are often the recipient of unsolicited advice. Della Casa said to me. Grumble, grumble, grumble. Here are things that single people like but may not be quite so vocal about. “When you are single, you get to be selfish and self-centered,” Hope said to me. When you are single, you’re free to think of No. That’s hard to admit, because selfishness is [considered] a terrible thing in our world....

April 14, 2017 · 3 min · 462 words · George Cardenas

Things You Should Always Do Before Getting On A Plane

Air travel is stressful, no doubt about it. If you don’t have one, check out theID requirementsto find an alternative. If you’re traveling overseas or otherwise internationally, make several photocopies of your passport. In addition, it’s a good idea to consider portable chargers. So to prepare, first, ensure that everything (doors, windows, etc.) is locked up, and if you have an alarm, set it accordingly. And consider your light options for additional security....

April 14, 2017 · 3 min · 509 words · Karen White

Things You Should Never Put In Your Checked Luggage

It’s a skill that takes practice so that master. see to it the following itemsaren’tstashed in your checked luggage and you’ll make it to your destination hassle-free. I attended graduate school out of state and flew relatively often. Of course, when I arrived and opened my suitcase, the bottle had broken. I was quite lucky the mess only affected one shirt and, I learned my lesson. However, it really is quite important....

April 14, 2017 · 1 min · 131 words · Megan Kirk