Things You Didn't Know About Nicole Curtis

And don’t get us started on Curtis' strained relationships with most members of her family. Here are the most surprising things you never knew about the small screen’s Nicole Curtis. AStar Tribunereporter who goes by the name C.J. Cavellier noted, “He lives in St. Paul. The couple then spent 15yearsin a nasty custody battle that took a real toll on their son. Curtis agreed and, as court documents show, was allegedly cut out from Ethan’s life....

January 23, 2017 · 2 min · 256 words · Michelle Miller

What I Learned From Suffering With Anxiety During My Pregnancy

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Yes, there were billowy dresses (thanks, Old Navy Maternity! ), but instead of feeling serene and strong, I felt overwhelmed with worry. Every twinge or pain and there are a ton of those in pregnancy sent me into a panic. It was a rough time, and I struggled to find ways to cope. I knew I needed to make staying calm an active, positive project....

January 22, 2017 · 3 min · 597 words · Anthony Brewer

Women Are Colder Than Men For Very Real Reasons

Colder extremities A higher core temperature doesn’t always mean a warmer body in general. Women’s bodies are more able to pull heat back to their organs to conserve heat during cold conditions. Metabolism Men naturally have highermetabolic ratesthan women a fact that has been annoying women for ages. But that doesn’t just mean they have an easier time controlling their waistlines. In general, men havemore muscleandless fatthan women. On average, men arelarger than women, both in height and weight....

January 22, 2017 · 1 min · 162 words · Hailey Henderson

What I Learned From Having Cancer And Infertility

I was, to everyone’s total shock, subsequently diagnosed with endometrial cancer. And then, the other shoe dropped: the cancer came back. That’s when we all knew I had to get a hysterectomy. I wanted to be allwarriorabout this. But I wasn’t, and there was no hiding it. Well, I say eff that. If there’s one thing that all of this has taught me, it’s that jealousy is normal. That’s not ugly or inappropriate....

January 19, 2017 · 2 min · 316 words · Samuel Gomez DDS

What I Learned From Losing 90 Pounds And Regaining 40

So what happens if you regain the weight you lost? After all, it’s pretty common. Here’s what I learned from losing 90 pounds and regaining 40. As a kid I played sports. Sports, for me, weren’t about exercise. I hated gym class at school and couldn’t successfully run a mile. Still, I wanted to lose weight. I ended up becoming a serial dieter and, eventually, developing an eating disorder. When I would lose weight thanks to purging, I would get compliments on my weight loss....

January 19, 2017 · 6 min · 1100 words · Jacob Newman

What Your Heart Rate Says About Your Health

Your heart is a muscle with an important job pumping blood throughout your body. With that being said, your heart rate actually provides insight into your overall cardiovascular health. Most activity trackers and GPS watches now have heart rate sensors built-in. This number is your resting heart rate. So what does it tell you if that number’s on the high side? A weaker heart works harder to do its job, leading to a higher resting heart rate....

January 19, 2017 · 2 min · 292 words · Michael Clark

Embarrassing Things You NEED To Ask Your Doctor

It might seem embarrassing, but there are often simple answers to these burning questions about your body. Here’s what she told me. Should I manicure…down there? “All I want is for women to be clean,” Guehl said. Guehl explained that a woman’s vagina is sort of like an umbrella. While loss of tone is totally normal, it is also totally fixable. In that case, Guehl urges women to talk to their doctors very honestly....

January 18, 2017 · 2 min · 420 words · Todd Barnes Jr.

False Facts About Makeup Most Of Us Believe

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Here are 10 makeup myths we can all stop believing, right now. Then apply your foundation and finish the look by concealing the eyes last." The result wasn’t nearly as glamorous. “Enhance your natural shape and fill in to give depth or add color,” she said. “But do not take away from the rest of your beautiful features.” “On myself, I love the beauty blender or a fluffy brush,” Quaranta said....

January 18, 2017 · 3 min · 431 words · Tina Moon

The Untold Truth Of Engagement Rings

But we go along with it anyway. Well, because it’s all so shiny and romantic. Plus, it’s a traditionnow, regardless of how it started. Before the 19th century, diamonds were reserved for royalty and only worn at night. It was actually considered vulgar to wear a diamond during the day. Powerful marketing strategies win elections, spark movements, and create trends in popular culture. Enter “A Diamond Is Forever.” In the 1940s, Philadelphia ad agency N....

January 17, 2017 · 1 min · 129 words · Cynthia Nguyen

Christina Anstead: Things You Didn't Know About The HGTV Star

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Christina Anstead, who was previously known as Christina El Moussa, has had quite a life. Afteran intense domestic situation, Christina separated from her husband of seven years,Tarek El Moussa. Sit back and get ready to learn a bit more about your favoriteHGTVreal estate and design star. During her second pregnancy, Anstead worked with her nutritionist to put together a prenatal yoga video....

January 14, 2017 · 2 min · 413 words · Carlos Barrett

10 Things Guys Wish Women Knew

Let’s just say it: Dating is hard. In fact, it’s likely flat out bad. To get you started, I did some digging and found 10 things guys wish all women knew. They’re not actually afraid of commitment GASP! What did the study find? As it turns out, men actually appreciate women who are confident enough to go au naturel. We don’t need a lecture on how you think you look....

January 13, 2017 · 2 min · 221 words · Brian Ray

How To Know If You're A Toxic Friend

As there are two sides to every friendship, take a good, long look at yourself. Are you a supportive friend or a toxic one? Here are some signs that you might be a mean girl. We get ityour job sucks, your boyfriend’s a jerk, and your mother’s controlling. You’re not the only one who feels that way. Friendships, like all kinds of relationships, go two ways. “I love how you could just wear anything and not care how you look!...

January 10, 2017 · 1 min · 176 words · Paul Petersen

The Stunning Transformation Of Lauren Conrad

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It’s hard not to love Lauren Conrad. We have had the chance to watch her go from the sometimes-desperate high school girl to modern day mogul. Conrad’s story is very different from many of her reality costars. We dug through interviews with Conrad and her reality friends throughout the years to see her transformation. Born February 1st, 1986 in Newport Beach, California, Lauren Conrad was the ultimate California girl....

January 9, 2017 · 5 min · 890 words · Ronnie Dickson