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Many people who receive a cancer diagnosis simply live with it as a part of their daily lives. A diagnosis is not the end, it’s simply the beginning of a new reality. The new reality involves lots of diagnostic tests, waiting rooms, medications and many, many appointments. That means a lot more people and their loved ones will be going through this unfortunate experience. There will be many emotional moments during this journey that can overwhelm you both....

There are so many great workouts that you’re free to do, incorporating the classic plank. moving up and down in your plank along to the music. They will get your heart rate up fast, working the whole body. Push-ups Push-ups are a standard workout that we all know. Regardless of your current fitness level, push-ups are a great exercise to have in your arsenal. So why not trydoing a few push-ups every day?...

It’s no secret that Beyonce slays at everything she does. Believe it or not, Beyonce works hard at being (or at least looking) oh so good. “I am not naturally the thinnest woman,” she said. “I have curves. I have struggled with diets and finding something that works for me.” Despite any insecurities, whatever Beyonce is doing is more than working for her. If you want to get a little fitness inspiration from the Queen herself, read on....

Your smile conveys so much information. It expresses happiness, can mask sadness, will indicate sarcasm, and often conveys warmth. But we aren’t ruining our smiles simply by the things that we consume. Smoking Los Angeles-based dentistDr. Vaping and using e-cigs E-cigs and vapes are increasingly popular among teens and young adults. Virginia-basedorthodontist Dr. Crutchfieldwarns his patients against using them, due to the gum tissue damage they cause. Dentin is darker and can make teeth look more yellow....

I am a wanderlust at heart. I love travel and adventure. I love seeing new places and cultures. I love trying new things and discovering new details of the world that I may otherwise never know. But as we all know, travel costs money and takes time that isn’t always at our fingertips. One way to do so is with an app calledHopper. After searching for your trip, Hopper will inform you whether to wait or buy your flight that day....

I’ve had a lot of babies. I am a mother of six, after all. If there’s one thing I’m familiar with, it’s pregnancy! My children span in age from 23 years to seven months old. Let’s just say, I’ve learned a lot about motherhood over the years. Truthfully, we were all surprised that I was already back for prenatal care. My son was only 16 weeks old and I had been on birth control....

It’s the fascinating tale of theworld’s most influential self-made mogul, and her ride or die. And no, we’re not talking about Stedman. “She is the mother I never had. She is the sister everybody would want. She is the friend that everybody deserves. I never feel I’m in her shadow. I feel I’m in her light, that’s how I look at it.” Spoiler: they’re more than just regular BFFs, but not inthatway....

Remembering to take a birth control pill every day can be difficult. What is Depo? The Depo shot is an injection containinga form of progestinused to prevent pregnancy. Each injectionlasts for three months, so you only have to worry about remembering it four times per year. However there are a few contraindications regarding the Depo shot, which means some people shouldn’t use it. Most frequently, women may stop getting their periods altogether or may experience a lighter and less frequent period....

PMS stands for “premenstrual syndrome,” but it may as well mean “pretty much sucks.” It isn’t fun, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable. It seems counter-intuitive, but part of why your body retains water is because it may needmoreof it. In addition, alcohol dehydrates you, which can lead tomore bloatingand overall soreness. Plus, isn’t this time of the month crappy enough without a hangover to boot? Consider this your week to be your pals' designated driver if you go out....

Our teeth can certainly take a beating. Interestingly, there’s ahistorical reasonwhy perfectly white teeth are so desired in many cultures. Pearly white teeth have been a mark of beauty and wealth for centuries. In fact, the practice of teeth-whitening can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians around 4,000 years ago. They used a mixture of ground pumice stone mixed in wine vinegar to whiten their teeth. A few centuries later, ancient Romans used … well …urine to whiten teeth....

I thought, “Your stomach gets smaller, you eat less, and ‘Voila!’ you’re skinny!” Little did I know this idea was simplistic and false. What exactly is weight loss surgery? Two of the more commonly known procedures are gastric bypass, and gastric banding. This will cause you to eat less and absorb fewer calories." Prior to having this surgery, my mom struggled with her weight. Being overweight damaged her knees and continues to cause her pain to this day....

We have all been culprits when it comes to the crime of carrying too heavy a purse. We love our giant totes and being able to accommodate all our essentials. So what if we carry around those heavy bags for a few hours here or there. It couldn’t havethatmuch of an effect on our bodies, right? Several studies show just how much our fabulous purses can affect our day-to-day lives....

As summer approaches and the sun starts peeking out from behind the clouds, I can feel the anticipation. Summer is a magical time when everything just feels a bit more relaxed. “Oh I’ll be inside most of the day. I need my daily vitamin D!” It’s time to start paying attention. Basking in the sunshine sans sunscreen leads to skin damage and skin cancer. Even more surprisingly, less than 10 percent of Americans actually verify to apply sunscreen everyday....