5.1 million U.S. consumers were victims of weight-loss scams in 2011, the Federal Trade Commission reports. The next biggest scam was prize promotions, deceiving just 2.4 million in comparison. People want to lose weight and quick-fix solutions are too good to pass up. Most of us have tried out some form of fitness miracle promising us our…
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Things Every Free-Spirited Mom-To-Be Should Consider
Source: Pixabay You’re an easygoing, fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants nonconformist, and you just found out you’re pregnant. There’s so much exciting stuff headed your way, and while your disregard for societal norms will help you navigate the process with happiness and grace, there are a few places where planning and toeing the line is important to keep you…
3 Health Issues You Shouldn’t Ignore
Do you think, if asked right now, you could pinpoint the moment in your life when health issues started effecting, and in turn, evolving into a part of your everyday life? Maybe you were 23 years old when you realized that pepperoni pizza fought back (as well as your mom’s amazing spaghetti and meatballs). No?…
Top Ten Personal Injury Claim Tips
There is nothing worse than being injured in an accident, at least until it’s time to file a claim. That can be a nightmare all unto itself. There is so much paperwork and heaven help you if you fill one out wrong or forget to check a dang box. Here are ten of my tips…
Family Weight Loss Tips: Workout Ideas for Bonding and Fun
Exercising as a family does not only help you lose weight faster and helps to stick with your workout plan. A study available at BioMed Central shows that regular group workouts improve one’s health on multiple levels, including mental. And researchers from the University of Illinois also determined that spending time outdoors improves family bonding,…
It’s All in the Bag! Sugar Medical Diabetes Bags
One of the worst things about being a diabetic is that I have to carry around an assortment of supplies. Not that they are horrible but the bag they go in is ugly and fairly standard. When I am in public and have to pull them out I won’t bother to tell you the looks…
After a Car Accident with Injury
It is not uncommon to get injured after a car accident. After all your body is flying around in your car (hopefully within the confines of your seat belt) and injury happens. I remember the first accident I was in where I was old enough to know it. A lady has backed into us in…
Beyond Tooth Decay: Why Good Dental Hygiene is Important
Take a look at any movie set or in a glamour magazine and you’ll see the famous Hollywood smile. That is perfect, shiny white teeth. Of course, these come at a price and not one that everyone can afford. But, this doesn’t mean you should neglect the health of your teeth. Tooth decay is a…
What Should You Do When You’re Not Feeling Right?
https://unsplash.com/photos/mNGaaLeWEp0 At different times in your life, it’s safe to say that you may not be feeling your best. Because it’s very rare for us all to go through life glitch-free. From health concerns to lifestyle factors, there’s a lot of things that can throw us off. But it’s not always easy to know what’s…
Addiction Affects the Whole Family
If you all are wondering what is up with all of the addiction talk later it is because this is an issue that hits close to home for me. My sister progressed to Phase 2 of the program she is in today. I never thought I could be so proud of her and I know…
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