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Who should pay for abortions?
Prevention mag's Dr. Katz has explained why he believes abortions should be safe, legal, and accessible for women. Now he takes a stand on the Stupack amendment. And his opinion might surprise you. Read More »
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Why we're in a smoking crisis
The World Health Organization released the number of deaths per year that are attributed to tobacco and secondhand smoke, and it is staggering. They say each country can help shrink that stat. So why aren't they? Read More »
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One incredible shrinking man
Over the course of just one season, the winner of "The Biggest Loser" shed 239 pounds, more than half his starting weight. Here's how his success compared with the other contestants on the show. Read More »
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Is it time to step up to the plate (so to speak), take an honest and courageous loo
k at your life, and make a commitment to loving yourself? Are you ready to let go of belief systems and habits that no longer serve you? Are you ready to step into a healthier 2010? Read More »
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Abortion is undeniably among the more taxing matters of public debate. I have shared my views on abortion before. It is a last resort, and like all such, rather undesirable. Our first, best defense against it is comprehensive, universal sex education; the availability of barrier contraceptives; and the empowerment of women.
But abortion will still be needed on occasion as that last resort. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (0) | Blog
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A close friend of mine sent me a picture today that we took together four months ago, just a few weeks before he quit smoking. It's a lovely photo. We're both smiling and happy and having a great time. But the first thing I thought when I saw it was how different he looks after twelve weeks of being tobacco-free. His skin is rosier, his eyes are brighter and the dark circles around them have disappeared. His whole demeanor -- and much of his life -- has changed. To be blunt, things looked a lot different when he smoked. Read More »
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Relaxing and unwinding is about being in a chilled out state as much as you possibly can through out your day, rather than having to take time out to do it as a reaction from the rest of your day, which you have decided to make stressful. So here are a few ways in which you can stay permanently calm regardless of what you are going through and what is going on around you.
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The other night at my kickboxing class, we did some quick and easy cardio moves that had my heart racing. Toss these moves into your day to blast calories, or between toning moves to get your heart rate up. Read More »
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By Jane Powell - www.MeditationsForWomen.com
"Confident women focus on controllables."
Contrary to what most people think confident women sometimes doubt themselves and their abilities. So, being confident doesn't necessarily mean that you will never have self-defeating thoughts or feelings. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (3) | Blog
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Kim Roman Corle for SuccessTelevision.com
And away we go! They are here again! The holidays have arrived and the daily demands of time,money and resources begin. These little thoughts, nudges and whispers are for you, not for your kids, your spouse or your family. Simply for you, and you alone. These aren’t tips for how to cook, what to buy, what to wear, what to give or where to go. Read More »
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by Plastic Surgeon Dr. Haideh Hirmand
Thinking about a touch of Botox before your next event? Perhaps a little filler before your next job interview? Or even some liposuction now that menopause has hit and no matter what you do, you’re carrying a little extra plumpness around the middle? You may want to move fast or consider a trip abroad or even start researching non-licensed practitioners who can perform these procedures. Sounds ridiculous, doesn’t it?
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After I read a blog post written by a prominent health expert pointing out a frightening link between canned foods (well, one canned food in particular) and major health problems, I squirmed a little. Really? Here's the info and what our expert had to say about the controversy ... Read More »
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The eighth season of "The Biggest Loser" has been packed full of medical dramas, tears, product placements and, of course, cussing personal trainers. Usually, that's enough to keep me glued to episode after episode of a reality show. Read More »
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