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  1. Protect your child's vision
    By Karen Hawthorne on Nov 19, 2009
    Startling news: About 60 percent of children who have been identified as problem learners have undetected vision problems and many...
  2. Winter family activities
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Nov 11, 2009
    Winter tends to send families indoors where the fire is roaring and steamy mugs of cocoa are aplenty. Staying warm is certainly a...
  3. The single best way to lose weight
    By Kate Torgovnick on Nov 11, 2009
    It's scientifically proven: The key to weight loss isn't just what you eat, it's what you write.
  4. 4 Fun ways to lower anxiety
    By Laura Owens on Nov 9, 2009
    Chronically anxious and on edge? Too jittery to jump for joy or fall asleep at night? Anxiety can wreak havoc on your health, and...
  5. Polycystic ovarian syndrome
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Nov 8, 2009
    Are you struggling to conceive or experiencing an erratic menstrual cycle? Have you noticed excessive facial, chest and back hair?...
  6. Budget-friendly tips to go organic
    By Karen Hawthorne on Nov 4, 2009
    With rising food costs and a slow recovery from the recession, you may be wondering if those organic grapes and apples you've been...
  7. 5 Top ways to live longer
    By Sarah Kelsey on Nov 4, 2009
    Though there is no surefire way to add years to your life, you can certainly follow a healthy lifestyle to increase your odds of...
  8. Things to do before starting a diet
    By Sarah Kelsey on Nov 4, 2009
    Contemplating a diet after the holidays? It’s not something you should just jump into. Experts believe you’re more likely to...
  9. Worst Christmas party foods
    By Sarah Kelsey on Nov 4, 2009
    Christmas is just around the corner, and along with the arrival of festive attire and office holiday bashes, come the dreaded buffet...
  10. What is binge eating disorder?
    By Sarah Kelsey on Nov 3, 2009
    While overeating can be common around the holidays, it can be a serious problem when binging on food starts to take over a...
  11. The keys to a good fitness routine
    By Sarah Kelsey on Nov 3, 2009
    With the return of the holidays, comes another end of the year ritual: New Year’s resolutions. Whether you’re starting an...
  12. Alternative therapy with iridology
    By Christine Cristiano on Nov 2, 2009
    Iridology is a non-invasive alternative therapy that examines the colored part of the eye, the iris, as a tool to gauge physical...
  13. How to choose a skin care professional
    By Sarah Kelsey on Nov 2, 2009
    A top-notch skin care professional can help you detect and prevent skin cancer, treat acute and chronic acne, and indulge in a...
  14. Ahhhh, hot stone massage therapy
    By Christine Cristiano on Nov 2, 2009
    Imagine laying on a massage table, letting your stress and anxieties melt away as your muscles are therapeutically manipulated with...
  15. How can I diet when I love to eat?
    On Oct 30, 2009
    It's not your fault you fell off your diet. Your excuse: "I just love to eat!" Of course you do. And because food is such an...
  16. ABC's head doctor's Swine Flu exclusive advice
    By Joel D Amos on Oct 28, 2009
    ABC News Senior Health and Medical Editor, Dr Richard Besser, phoned SheKnows for an exclusive chat about the Swine Flu and the H1N1...
  17. Vodka instead of wine?
    By Aimee Raupp on Oct 23, 2009
    We hate to break it to you, but we found out some disappointing news: Wine is not nearly as healthy for you as vodka.
  18. What color should your pee be?
    By Aimee Raupp on Oct 23, 2009
    Do you ever wonder what color your pee should be? Well, here it goes! Your urine should be pale yellow to clear in color. It should...
  19. Why you shouldn’t be eating sugar or soy
    By Aimee Raupp on Oct 23, 2009
    You know sugar is bad for you, but did you know certain types of soy foods can also wreak havoc on your health? Even worse, sugar...
  20. Not all black girls know how to eat
    By Sarah Kelsey on Oct 22, 2009
    Think eating disorders only affect a certain segment of the US population? Think again. Just look at Stephanie Covington Armstrong,...

For many of us, the “D-word" (diet) goes hand-in-hand with our favorite little black dresses and bikinis. But just because you're trying to lose weight doesn't mean you can't have a little fun. So at SheKnows.com you'll find some tasty, healthy recipes, and even fun exercise tips to help you get in swimsuit shape no matter what time of year it is.

Although you can't control your body type, a little exercise and some healthy food choices will help you make the most of it. Check out our Health & Wellness section for nutrition facts, exercise tips and more.

We all have our own “issues" with food. But whether you love it or you love to hate it, we can help you find the food news, information and advice you need to love the food you eat. While you're at it, try out some seriously delish vegetarian recipes and our meal planning tips to make meals at home tastier – and healthier – than ever.

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