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So new year means new years resolutions right? Well everyone knows they don’t follow them once week two sets in. On of the biggest resolutions that many Americans make is to lose weight or be healthy. So if you are trying to lose weight you need to know how to cut the calories the right way. If you think that skipping breakfast or just eating a salad for lunch is how to cut calories and lose weight, you are wrong big time.
When you start restricting access to food, your body freaks out. It thinks, ‘oh know! there’s no food, i must conserve all my energy and turn whatever i eat into fat.’ That’s true, by skipping lunch or eating an unbalanced meal like a salad, your body will turn whatever it can get into fat. There’s a better way to cut calories and lose weight.
The biggest thing is to eat four to five small meals a day. Calorie wise around 350 each. So what does that look like? It looks like a bowl of cereal with skim milk and half a banana. Or a piece of whole grain toast with peanut butter and a half glass of milk. Or a bowl of steel cut oatmeal or regular oatmeal and milk. Lunch can be half a tuna sandwich, small yogurt and water. Or an egg salad and an apple. The key is to keep it small and healthy. Try to get your protein, good carb and some fruit in there.
Well, what if you just want something sweet and junkie? Well you can, but try to have it before lunch time so that you have all day to burn it off. If you end up eating ice cream or chocolate cake after dinner, you will sure get some thunder thighs or a muffin top!
So by eating less and eating at the right time of day, you will be on your way to a skinnier you!
Category(s): You Body
Tag(s): cut calories, diet, eat healthy, healthy diet, junk food, lose weight
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Let’s face it girls, straight, sleek, and shiny hair is in for the new year. Every celebrity or singer is strutting around with super straight hair. How do you get that look? It will take more than just a hair straightener shampoo to make your hair straight. The best tool there is is a flat iron but how do you know which flat iron to get? Here are some facts about flat iron tools.
The first thing you want to consider is whether to get a ceramic, Ionic or Tourmaline flat iron. A ceramic and Tourmaline flat iron represents the coating on the iron plates. Both of these coatings produce negative ions which will protect your hair from damage and will replenish your hair with moisture. Other flat irons will take away moisture from your hair, leaving it dry and lifeless. An Ionic flat iron is simply the same as ceramic and Tourmaline. Either of these three types of flat irons will be good for your hair.
Another thing to think about is the how hot should the flat iron be before using it. There are many temperature settings on flat irons so finding the perfect temperature can take some time and trial and error. For a general guideline, if you have normal hair you want it to read between 360-380 F. If you have coarse, thick or curly hair you want a slightly hotter temperature of 380 to 410 F. If you have damaged, bleached hair a good temperature to stick to is below 360 F. Setting the right temperature will not cause damage to your hair. It’s also best to purchase a heat protectant spray before you use your flat iron.
So ladies, have fun with your flat iron!
Category(s): Your Hair
Tag(s): Chi flat iron, flat iron, hair straightner
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So life is super busy right? You get up early, shower, spend time fixing your hair just right, putting on your makeup and finding a smashing outfit for work or school. Then you spend all day at work at school, come home, go for drinks with the girls, get take out and relax by the tube. With the hustle and bustle of life, you might run into some difficulty sleeping or going to sleep. When your sleep suffers, you suffer the next day. Here are four great ways to get a better sleep.
Four Ways To Get A Better Sleep
- Always go to sleep at the same time. This can be hard when you do an all nighter at the club with your friends, but if you want to sleep better and not be a zombie the next day, find a consistent time to go to bed.
- Opt for 6 to 7 hours of sleep. Anything less than this will cause sleep deprivation. It’s also a misconception that you can “make” up lost time on the weekend.
- Stop eating two to three hours before you go to bed. Eating creates work for your body and will make it difficult to get in the sleep mode.
- Finally, don’t do anything stimulating right before you go to bed. In other words, don’t exercise before you go to bed. It’s best to do something soothing like a bath, reading a book or watching TV.
Category(s): The Real World, You Body
Tag(s): better sleep, exercise, having drinks, sleep
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So college life is new and exciting and can be overwhelming. One of the first things to happen is that you start to gain weight! Everyone calls it the Freshman 15. You may not noticing it, but after Thanksgiving and Christmas, your jeans will start to be snug and you will start to cover up your body with big baggy clothes. Here are three tips to losing the dreaded Freshman 15.
Weight Loss Tips
- Drink Water – Yes ladies, stop the coffee, lattes and pop drinks. Stick to something pure and calorie free! Don’t think you can get away with diet drinks either. The diet supplement in those drinks screws with your brain and makes you think you aren’t full and will tell you to eat eat and eat some more! If you don’t like straight up water, add some lemon wedges or even raspberries.
- Eat A Big Breakfast – In order for you to stay away from snacking all day is to eat a big breakfast. You should eat foods that will slowly digest like oatmeal, fruit, cottage cheese and whole grain bread.
- Walk Every Day – Take the advantage of the long treks to class to do some speed walking. This will help maintain your weight. If you want to lose more, consider doing some morning jogging. If you jog in the morning you will definitely loose more weight as you don’t have a full tummy when you are working out.
Category(s): College Life
Tag(s): College Life, freshman 15, losing weight, weight loss
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If you are going to a college far away from where you grew up, you may feel a little daunted and unsure what to do or who to meet. No need to dispair just read on to find out how you can create a great social network in college.
Social Networking In College
- Become Chums With Your Classmates – What better way to make friends and create a wide social network than with the people who have the same interests as you? I suggest sitting in the same spot every time and see who gravitates towards you. If you find that this is unsuccessful, then try moving around and striking up conversations.
- Join An Interest Club – This may not occur for some time to see what subject interests you but start looking around. There could be psychology clubs, women studies clubs or even fashion design clubs! See what you like and join. You will definitely meet an eclectic bunch of people.
- Hang Out At The Local Pubs And Restaurants – This is a great spot to find a group of students. Go with a new person you met in class and try to strike up conversations
- Become Friends With Your Dorm Mates – Only if they aren’t mean or snobby towards you. It’s best if you become friends with your dorm mates and those in the common area as this will increase your social network quickly.
Category(s): College Life
Tag(s): classmates, College Life, dorm mates, Friends, friendships, social network
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If you have dry frizzy hair then you know how hard it is to smooth it out. No matter how much you condition or air dry, your hair still remains frizzy. There are some tips, however, that can lessen frizzy hair and nourish your dry locks.
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Category(s): Your Hair
Tag(s): blow dry hair, frizzy hair, hair mask, hair products
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Breaking up can be a life changing experience. Most girls feel that when they are in a committed relationship, that that person is THE ONE. Girls envision themselves married to this guy and having his kids. Other times, though, breaking up is no big deal. It’s easy to move on the next available hunk. But this article is for the one that got away. What do you do pick yourself up? Can you two get back together?
If you and your boyfriend had a heated break up, it’s best to take a breather and take a week or two away from each other. One might be angry while the other is frustrated. Whatever the reason is, take a break from each other. After a week or two, you might want to either text, email or physically write a letter. Read the rest of this entry »
Category(s): Boyfriends
Tag(s): boyfriend, break up, breaking up, fighting, girlfriend, serious relationship
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Fall is around the corner and it’s time to start buying all the latest trends. A big trend this season are the accessories. They make the outfit complete and you can mix and match them to make 100’s of trendy outfits.
Fall Accessories Must Haves
Category(s): Clothes
Tag(s): booties, bright clutches, dressing for fall, fall 2009, fall accessories, sterling silver jewelry
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Not all relationships are smooth sailing. You will have your ups and downs and rough spots which is just a normal part of your relationship. This doesn’t mean you are doomed as a couple. With some reevaluation, both of you can find your way again after your relationship hits a speed bump. Here are the steps to regain footing in your relationship. Read the rest of this entry »
Category(s): Realationship Trouble
Tag(s): boyfriend, break up, fall out of love, relationship, serious relationship
