Do you guys remember that Sex and the City episode where Carrie says she uses her oven for shoe storage? Well, as a fellow New Yorker, I can relate; except I use my oven to store unused kitchen appliances! Popsicle makers, panini grills, snow cone machines -- you name it, they've been in there. I … [Read more...]
Herbal Remedies: Some Myths and Facts
April 1, 2010 By 2 Comments
There is a fad, in the interest of healthy foods, organic and local produce, and holistic teas and herbal treatments as organic health and beauty alternatives. The medical world, with all of its chemical treatments, botox and cutting in the name of beauty, seems to believe that our natural bodies need … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Summer: Ab Workouts Now!
January 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I had back surgery in 2006, and ever since, my abs have been kind of week. Believe it or not, your back and abs work together to support your upper body. When you have a weak back, your abs will likely become weak, and when you have weak abs, you may feel back pain. It's a vicious cycle that I know all … [Read more...]
Healthy Snacks for Thought and Beauty
January 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
We have all heard "an apple a day keeps the doctor away," but what happens when we are tired of eating the same thing all the time? What else can we eat? It is important to eat healthy throughout the day; otherwise, we won't have the right amount of nutrition and energy. With our busy fabulous lives, and … [Read more...]
Do You Need a Prescription for Better Eyelashes?
October 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Have you seen the commercial for the prescription eye lash thickener, Latisse? I'm sure you probably have. It stars Brooke Sheilds, who raves about the wonders of thicker eye lashes and then towards the end of the commercial they throw in the following information "May cause your eyelids to darken or … [Read more...]
Delicious Dental Health – Cupcake Dental Floss
April 13, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Ahhh, define irony - dental floss flavored after the very stuff that causes tooth decay! Brilliant! :) Honestly the sooner I can get you lovelies to become addicted to flossing, the nicer and fresher smelling mouths around the world will be. The cupcake floss contains a 2.5 inch tall plastic dispenser … [Read more...]
The Best Dental Floss – Don't be caught with Food in your Teeth!
January 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
I think it has happened to everyone. You are on a date and you start to notice that the person you are talking too begins to stare at your teeth! And not in that "My what a great smile she has" way BUT in a "I am now distracted because jabber jaws over here has half a steak stuck by her incisor"... It's … [Read more...]
Natural Diet Pills – Apple Cidar Vinegar Pills
December 26, 2008 By 8 Comments
Holidays are over and now it's time to assess the physical damage to the ol' gutsky! Now that the holidays are half way over you might want to start forming a fitness regime that includes losing all the holiday food you have been scarfing. I find that many of the over the counter brands make me feel … [Read more...]
Fish Oil – Sure It’s Good for You, but It Makes Your Breath Smell Like Sea Sewage
December 11, 2008 By 24 Comments
The benefits of fish oil have long been circulated and recommended by doctors and friends alike; my question is does anyone know of a brand that doesn't make you burp up fish breathe?!! Briefly for those who are wondering why would anyone willingly swallow "fish oil" pills, here are the benefits: 1. … [Read more...]
