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Baby Talk: The 411 On Your Future Fertility
Those old directions for How To Make A Nuclear Family — grow up, find a man, get married… Read More
Baby Talk: The 411 On Your Future Fertility
Those old directions for How To Make A Nuclear Family — grow up, find a man, get married, and have a baby — seem so dated, so simplistic, it’s almost laughable. Modern women are staying in school longer, going after more advanced degrees, and are delaying childbirth. Birth rates for women aged… Read More
May 17, 2013 1:40 PM EDT
Use Your Melon: New Technology Lets You Train Your Brain
These days, it feels like everyone and their mom is launching a Kickstarter campaign for their tech startup. Usually our eyes kind of glaze over when we hear about another one, but this actually managed to get our attention. Named Melon, it's a "smart" headband that tracks your brain's activity. And… Read More
May 17, 2013 11:10 AM EDT
High-Fat Foods That Are Great For Your Waistline (Really!)
There’s a myth that has been permeating our society for decades – that fat makes you fat. The concept is outdated and simply not true. It’s the sugar, gluten and chemicals in our food that are the real culprit. Don’t assume that low-fat foods are going to help with weight loss – they are often… Read More
May 16, 2013 4:20 PM EDT
The Weirdest, Craziest Fad Diets Of All Time
Swimsuit season is right around the corner, which means the pressure to get the "perfect" bod is on — however you define it. Of course, the combo of a healthy diet and exercise is the best way to go, but that knowledge wasn't always common back in the day — which is why we have such a long and storied… Read More
May 16, 2013 11:10 AM EDT
Micro-Greens: Pretty To Look At, Even Better For Your Health
When it comes to eating your greens, it turns out that you don’t have to go big or go home. Even the teeny-tiny versions of your favorite veggies (think broccoli, spinach, peas, arugula, cilantro, cabbage and radishes) pack a powerful nutritional punch. So, what are these mini-me versions exactly… Read More
May 15, 2013 7:20 AM EDT
You CAN Be A Morning Person—Here's How
If you hit the snooze button at least a dozen times before crawling out of bed, you’re probably not a morning person. But, admit it: You wouldn’t mind starting the day with a little spring in your step — without having to employ the help of a Trenta coffee. And, sure, getting up and at 'em makes… Read More
May 14, 2013 1:30 PM EDT
Watch What Happens When Men Experience Labor Pain (Part 2)
UPDATE: Thought that video (below) was good? Well, here's the American version, and it might be our new favorite. The Lamaze breathing, the foot kicking, the cracked-up wives — it's all gold. And if neither of these have made the rounds of your office yet, congrats —you're officially the most… Read More
May 14, 2013 1:00 PM EDT
A Tequila-Infused Detox Massage? Yes, It's A Thing (And It's Awesome)
When we hear "tequila sunrise," we're reminded of a few things: college, hangovers, and that one time on the beach when...(but we digress). Point is, our minds don't instantly jump to "massage." But now, they should. You see, Soho's Haven Spa has redefined a detox procedure with one unexpected ingredient… Read More
May 19, 2013 7:20 AM EDT
May 14, 2013 9:00 AM EDT
The Harrowing Story You Never Knew About Angelina Jolie
Though she definitely had her rebellious years, Angelina Jolie isn't one to open up her private life for the sake of publicity — though her efforts as a humanitarian activist are ongoing, she's not on the cover of tabloids every week to talk about it. She does her thing, quietly, and we've always… Read More
May 13, 2013 3:20 PM EDT
Labeling GMOs Didn't Go Down In Cali — But Here's Where It Might Happen
Given the interest in GMOs, vegan diets, and natural health trends, it seems like the old saying "you are what you eat" rings truer than ever for savvy consumers today. Concern over GMOs (genetically modified organisms) wasn't enough to rock the vote in California in favor of Proposition 37, which would… Read More
May 10, 2013 12:40 PM EDT
This New Site Is A One-Stop Shop For All Your Wellness Needs
We've all experienced those moments (or weeks) when it feels like we're being pulled in thirty different directions: Between the endless stream of work responsibilities, that gym class we promised ourselves we'd stop skipping, partners wanting just a little love, nails in desperate need of a manicure… Read More
May 10, 2013 8:00 AM EDT
Haven On Earth: 11 Luxe Beauty Treatments That Are Eco-Friendly, Too
We have countless options when it comes to our beauty routines, but let’s face it: We can all agree it's not easy being green. And, with more spas offering natural and organic services, even the most cognizant customers have trouble pinning fact from fiction.
So, we took to the S.F. streets to find… Read More
May 9, 2013 2:30 PM EDT
Party Pics On Facebook Could Be Early Signs Of Alcoholism
It makes sense to assume that constantly posting pictures from nights of heavy drinking could, in some cases, be an early sign of alcoholic behaviors. But generally, we'd think that the way you drink (and how much) is more indicative of danger ahead than the pics you post on social media, right? Well… Read More
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