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14 Secrets from Countries with the Lowest Heart Attack Rates. 10 unexpected things that mess with your memory. 7 Top Home Remedies to Remove Acne Scars. Who likes scars and that too on face! Getting rid of acne scars is a little tougher than eliminating acne actually. Pimples can be naturally treated with many ingredients having anti-inflammatory or antibacterial properties which are in abundance in nature. However, pimple scars are a little stubborn as they doesn’t go easily. However, as the saying goes, nothing is impossible. It may take some time but your regular efforts using certain natural bleaching agents as well as other ingredients may lighten your acne scars and gradually remove them permanently. Prevention is better than cure… Before I go on to share some really beneficial home remedies to remove acne scars naturally, I want to share some words of wisdom.

Don’t play with your acne Yes, keep your hands off your acnes! When you get acne, there is intense inflammation on your facial skin and there is loss of collagen. Don’t expose scars to sun Your body is capable of taking care of your scars and they will get lighter with time. 7 Top Home Remedies to Remove Acne Scars. Amazing Home Remedies to Lose Belly Fat. Every other person on this planet wants to lose belly fat! Yes it is this great an issue. Belly fat not only gives you an ugly look but can be dangerous for your health too. The visceral fat or the fat around your abdomen can lead to diabetes, heart diseases, stroke as well as dementia. When it comes to lose abdominal fat, the right foods are a necessity. 1.

You need to detoxify your liver because a stressed liver cannot metabolize fat effectively and which gets deposited around your waistline. Get this: Lemon- 1Water (warm preferred)- 1 glass Do this: After you get up in the morning, take the lemon and squeeze out its juice into the water.While warm water is good to make lemon water for fat burning purpose, you can also use water at room temperature. 2. Cranberries are a rich source of organic acids like malic acid, citric acid, and quinic acid that function as digestive enzymes. Unsweetened cranberry juice- 8 oz. 3. Fish oil has omega-3 fatty acids in it. Do this 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 14 habits of people who always stay fit - Fitness. Crush hunger - Nutrition. 12 'healthy' foods that aren't really healthy - Nutrition. Don’t be fooled by the labels; these foods aren’t what you think. Here’s a secret in the food industry: Many healthy foods are no better than their alternatives.

Some have little nutritional value, some actually contain harmful chemicals and some even pose as “healthy” when they’re downright bad for you. Go beyond the labels and scrutinize the ingredients. Breads labeled as “whole wheat” or “whole grain,” for example, can pack as much as 70 percent refined flour. But because it includes some whole grains, it can advertise itself as the real deal. And challenge the myths. In this article, we list 12 of the worst health foods; stay clear and stay healthy. --By Anthony J. Copyright © 2014 Weider Publications, LLC, a subsidiary of American Media, Inc. 9 common mistakes that age you - Aging Well. Halt the aging process by avoiding these pitfalls. The average American eats 150 pounds of sugar each year—18 percent of our calories.

You know the health implications of this, from obesity to Type 2 diabetes, but it can also be as much of a wrinkle-causing culprit as sun exposure and smoking. That’s because a process called glycation causes sugars to attach to proteins in collagen and elastin, which can make skin look older. The aging effects of excess sugar consumption become visible around age 35 and accelerate rapidly after that. Youth boosters: Limit your sugar intake to 6 1⁄4 teaspoons (or 25 grams) a day. Fiber slows sugar absorption, so opt for whole foods like an orange over its juices (OJ has the same sugar content as soda).

When a sugar craving hits, it’s often because you’re thirsty, so try having a glass of water or seltzer instead of something sweet. More: How to do a sugar detox Copyright © 2014 Weider Publications, LLC, a subsidiary of American Media, Inc. 10 Eating Rules French Kids Know that Americans Don't - Answers.com. 13 women who lost 100+ pounds - Weight Loss. The 25 best snacks for weight loss - Weight Loss. Entertainment - 8 Morning Rituals to Improve Your Entire Day. Entertainment - 10 ways to burn fat and keep it off for good - Weight Loss. 9 habits that slow down your metabolism. If you really want yours firing in high gear, watch out for these sneaky saboteurs. Missing out on essential nutrients, especially protein, turns your metabolism sluggish, says registered dietitian Joan Salge Blake, a clinical associate professor at Boston University's Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

It's okay for a few days, but after that, your body switches into “starvation mode,” thinking that it needs to store, not burn, fat to keep you alive. That’s why fasting isn’t a smart idea. The same goes for any crazy diets that encourage you to consume nothing but liquids for more than three days. “When you don’t get enough protein, your body breaks down lean muscle mass, which is what slows your metabolism,” says Blake. © Redbook. The best foods for building more muscle mass. 14 foods to kick out of the kitchen forever - Nutrition. Puh-leeze. What the h-e-double-toothpick​s is wrong with white rice? Orientals have been eating it for millennia. And the French have been eating all those high-fat, cream-rich foods for centuries, and they're doing just fine.

God put it on this earth for us to eat. Okay, I'll allow that some of the artificial flavors and the high-fructose corn syrup they put in food have their elements of harm, but there are natural alternatives that also come canned, bottled, and otherwise processed. Oh, and take those "use by" dates off cans. CANNED FOOD DOES NOT SPOIL unless the seal has been compromised; that's the whole point of canning. Of course, these days, for me personally, it's all moot, since I do my own home-canning. Lose 10 inches in 10 days - Fitness. With this total-body workout from celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson, you'll get fit and lose weight in no time.

Tracy's total body tone-up This eight-move series will leave no muscle unworked—it engages nearly 400 of them (in your arms, abs, legs, butt and then some!) For serious head-to-toe and front-to-back sculpting. Based on the Tracy Anderson Method, "the moves are strategically placed in order to fatigue the muscles, allowing you to work each one deeply for overall strengthening, balance and proportion," explains Tracy.

"Building strength and allowing the body's muscles to work together as one cohesive instrument will give lasting results and a lean and even-toned frame. " Do the workout six days a week (four if you're strapped for time), following each strength session with 30 to 60 minutes of cardio, and you could lose up to 10 inches over your whole body in 10 days. Copyright © 2014 Health Media Ventures, Inc. 15 Best Fat-Burning Foods. Photo: Hemera/Thinkstock Almonds and other nuts (with skins intact) Build muscle, reduce cravings Dairy products (fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt, cheese) Build strong bones, fire up weight loss Eggs Build muscle, burn fat Turkey and other lean meats Build muscle, strengthen immune system Berries Improve satiety, prevent cravings Enova oil (soy and canola oil) Promotes fullness, not easily stored as fat Peanut butter Boosts testosterone (a good thing even in women), builds muscle, burns fat Fatty fish (such as salmon, tuna, mackerel) Trigger fullness, fire up fat burning Grapefruit Lowers insulin, regulates blood sugar and metabolism; be sure to eat the fleshy white membranes Green tea Fires up fat burning Chili peppers Spikes metabolism Spinach and green vegetables Fight free radicals and improve recovery for better muscle building Whole grains (quinoa, brown rice, whole grain cereal) Small doses prevent body from storing fat Beans and legumes Build muscle, help burn fat, regulate digestion.

Womens Health Discoveries. Katie Investigates the new "super diet" to find out for herself if this new diet works (Women’s Health Discoveries) - Green Coffee Bean Extract is the latest buzz in the "battle of the bulge". With millions of people praising this so called "miracle pill" that you take as a supplement to lose weight, it has been getting a lot of attention since it was recently featured on one of America's most popular daytime TV medical shows.

Surprisingly, many people who struggle daily with their weight have yet to hear about this powerful option. Those that have heard of the green coffee bean diet are confused about what it is, how to use it or how to avoid falling for ineffective formulas and downright scams. According to Dr Lindsey (The guest host on the Dr. Komo News is reporting that Perry used Green coffee bean extract to get in shape for her Vogue cover. Well, we here at Women’s Health Discoveries were a little skeptical of these Green Coffee Bean & Cleanse weight loss claims.

My Results ). The 7 Things I Did To Lose 220 Pounds Without Dieting. Back in 2001 I weighed more than 400 pounds. I tried every diet I could think of to lose weight. I even worked face to face with the late Dr. Atkins for two months, and after charging me thousands of dollars, the best he could do was yell at me for being so fat. Every diet I tried ended up the same way. Then I had turning point. So I decided to get off of the dieting roller coaster once and for all, and I resolved never to diet again. I learned that losing weight sustainably isn't about counting calories, but about creating the proper hormonal environment in your body that’s conducive to weight loss. Over a two-and-half-year period I lost 220 pounds, without dieting. These were the keys to my transformation: 1. I learned through my research that my body was chronically starved for certain key nutrients, such as omega-3 fatty acids, live foods and high-quality proteins. 2. 3.

Sleep apnea is a condition that affects many overweight people. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8 winter skin solutions. 10 foods that fight holiday stress - Reduce Stress. 7 ways to boost your energy when you're struggling big time - Women. Feeling tired more often than not? Girl, we feel you: A study from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention showed that women are typically more exhausted than men. (Running the world takes it out of you.) So we asked Shilpi Agarwal, MD, and Equinox group fitness manager Jenn Hogg for eight ways to stay alert throughout the day. Hydrate Start the day with a glass of room temperature water (your body has to work to heat it up if it’s ice cold, which could tire you out even more), and keep hydrating until you hit the sack. “Everybody puts too many starchy carbs in their diet, and sodas, which negatively affect your blood sugar," making you feel pooped, says Hogg.

Water moves those downers through your system faster. © Cosmopolitan. The 25 healthiest states in America in 2013. Why I have MSN as my homepage I'm yet to figure out, perhaps cuz I like Bing better? As for these articles ...dumb to the dumbest MSN why don't you try explaining why America is suffering in an epidemic of Lyme disease and Co-infections?? Not one state is safe or healthy. Hey don't listen to me... Listen to your so called wonderful gov't CDC...They finally admited that close to a Half a Million people are infected EACH YEAR! Look, you look like your strugglin' for a "hit the charts" topic, why don't you talk about the TRUTH of Lyme and Co-infections? I'm flat broke treating the CAUSE and that is Bartonella and Lyme, I sure could use some of those kick back$ Cuz for sure Odumbacare is not going to pick up my tab. Tick Toc....boys and girls.....tick toc.

10 states most addicted to smoking - Smoking. 13 comfort foods that burn fat - Life in Balance. Studies show... Research indicates... Blaw, blaw, blaw. Research tends to reflect whatever the company that funded said research and their spin doctors want it to show. My own personal experience says that anything I eat is fattening if I eat too much of it. 18 bras for every body type, clothing conundrum, and lifestyle.

Because full-busted women don’t want to look like they’re wearing body armor. Get more details on our picks below. Pictured, top: Panache specializes in bras for D cups and above. This one, in a charming floral print, has an underwire and cups with three seams for added stability. Panache, nylon-polyester, $65 (30–38D–K); barenecessities.com. Pictured, bottom left: A black balconette style lets even G cups wear low-cut tops yet still get ample support. Pictured, bottom right: It’s not your grandma’s bra! Jorge Odon, car mechanic, invents plastic bag device to aid in birth. 10 things you didn’t know about colds - Cold and Flu.

A sniffle, a sneeze—you know all about the common cold, right? Or do you? We scoured the latest research and talked to experts to dig up the most surprising things you may not have known about catching and recovering from the common cold. 1. It takes about 48 hours to infect you and make you sick That scratchy throat and runny nose that’s coming on? Think back to where you were 48 hours ago. Decongestant Safety Top tips for safely using over-the-counter decongestants this cold season. 2. Your medicine cabinet may be stocked with the latest cold-fighting medicines, but when it comes down to it, experts say the best way to protect yourself isn’t with a pill, but by breaking a sweat. 3. How much sleep did you get last night? 4. When you start to feel the first signs of a cold coming on, what do you do? Disappointing, yes. 5. You’ve probably heard of echinacea, a plant with a stunning pink flower, which is believed to help boost the immune system.

Should you supplement with echinacea? The 10 habits of highly gorgeous hair. 5 ways to burn 500 calories - Fitness. 5 ways to achieve the perfect work-life balance. 10 plus-size fashion myths — debunked. 19 Unusual Beauty Tips That Make Life Easier. 12 tricks to help lose belly fat - Weight Loss. The weight-loss workout - Fit Zone. 3 natural soothers for sore, scratchy throats - Cold and Flu. 5 simple ways to stay cold and flu free - Cold and Flu. Breast Cancer Prevention: What Every Woman Should Know - Breast Cancer.