Got the gloomies? Low on energy? Love life need a lift? Discover nature’s original therapist – chocolate. For thousands of years, civilizations around the world have relied on therapeutic Theobroma Cacao (pronounced ka-KOW) to treat the body, mind and soul. It’s been a sacred source of strength and stamina, amorous energy, power and passion, health and happiness, wealth and wisdom.
Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, sleigh bells ringing, Santa on the way, family gatherings, exchanging presents, singing carols, feasts, parties, ringing in the New Year, and a host of other ideas are associated with this joyous time of year. With all these wonderful events taking place, you would think that everyone is happy and free of stress. Think again. For many, the holidays can be devastating.
What is vitamin B9?
Vitamin B9, more commonly known as folate or folic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is part of the B vitamin family. B vitamins help support adrenal function, help calm and maintain a healthy nervous system, and are necessary for key metabolic processes. Folate occurs naturally in foods, while folic acid is the synthetic form of folate.
Nighttime is the right time to take years off your face. “Hormonal changes boost blood flow to the skin, brightening it overnight,” says Melvin Elson, MD, a clinical professor of dermatology at Vanderbilt School of Nursing. Skin temps are higher, too, so age-fighting potions seep deeper for better results. And even though you’re resting, your skin is hard at work. Studies show that cell turnover is 8 times faster at night, softening wrinkles.
Strawberries, lollipops, and red wine are sexy enough, but take a look at the sexy food ingredients that are scientifically proven to get your juices flowing. Put these ingredients to work pronto with this sense-tingling cocktail and four-course meal that will impress the pants off your guy–literally. All these delicious recipes serve two.
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The year’s coldest season is full of myths. Talking snowmen? Red-nosed reindeer? Turns out there are also plenty of complexion misconceptions floating around.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is not classified as a disease, but the term is used by many health care providers when a patient experiences unexplained, persistent fatigue for more than six months. About three out of every 1,000 Americans may suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome. It typically affects people between the ages of 20 and 50 years old and it appears that Caucasian women are more prone to chronic fatigue syndrome than others.
We don’t know about you, but if we see another sour-cream dip this soirée season, we might just lose it. When it comes to party fare, we’ve had it with empty calories, excess fat, and humdrum taste. So when it’s your turn to play host, make your appetizers actually appealing: These 17 healthy, festive foods taste gourmet and are about as easy to whip up as Âtearing open a packet of onion soup mix. Made with fiber-rich chips, whole-wheat crackers, protein-packed beef, chicken, and shrimp, and antioxidant-laced veggies, herbs, and spices, they’ll wow your guests’ taste buds as they help you stick to those New Year’s resolutions. Still not enough to get you to toss out the frozen pigs-in-a-blanket? Almost all of them can be made 24 hours or more in advance–so you can spend your pre-party afternoon making yourself look appetizing.
The No Doubt singer boasts the best abs in the business, but her post-pregnancy workouts—which began soon after the birth of her second son, Zuma, in August 2008—didn’t include a single crunch. “They can actually worsen the pouch you’re trying to lose,” says her trainer, Mike Heatlie, author of the e-book Lose 10 Pounds, 10 Years, in 5 Weeks. Instead, she did high-intensity resistance-training workouts and ate superhealthy. Heatlie suggests drinking lots of water and eating fresh vegetables and lean meats, and having complex carbohydrates in moderation.
You know that woman—the one from the office, the gym, or TV (hello, Elisha Cuthbert!) whose glowing skin you’d love to have? Well, our goal is to help you get it. Here are the five skin tips that will make any complexion look flawless—and how you can have them too.