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  1. Anti-aging without a pill
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Aug 23, 2009
    There are tried and true ways to delay the wear and tear of time on our bodies without drugs, yet Americans continue to spend...
  2. Help Dad prevent prostate cancer
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Jun 14, 2009
    With Father’s Day coming, there is no better time to talk to your dad, husband and other male loved ones about men’s health....
  3. What causes Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s?
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Jun 11, 2009
    Despite the age-related risk of developing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, recent research indicates that lifelong exposure to...
  4. How to prevent arthritis
    By Sarah Kelsey on May 20, 2009
    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of Americans suffering from arthritis is growing. The...
  5. Health issues for women over 40
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Apr 21, 2009
    When it comes to beauty, 40-somethings are giving women in their 20s a run for their money. With Esquire naming 42-year-old Halle...
  6. Cheap health and skincare tips
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Apr 1, 2009
    Spending most of your paycheck on pricey products so you can have the perpetually young face and body of your dreams? Dr Grace...
  7. Ease back pain with natural remedies
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Mar 15, 2009
    Back pain is one of the most common -- and debilitating -- medical problems. The National Institutes of Health reports 80 percent of...
  8. 30 things to do before turning 30
    By Marlene Montanez on Feb 26, 2009
    You're almost 30, it's time to set a deadline on things you've always wanted to do. Take some risks and enter your 30s more...
  9. How to get the life you want in your 30s
    By Marlene Montanez on Feb 26, 2009
    Turning 30 may not be easy, but now's as good a time as ever to get your life completely in order. Grab 30 by the horns, look it...
  10. 20 Superfoods
    By Kori Ellis on Feb 16, 2009
    Though nothing can really turn back the hands of time, we can all try our best to slow it down. If you are looking for a natural way...
  11. Hottest skincare products: Healthy skin with nutricosmetics
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Jan 30, 2009
    The latest trend for healthy skin are topical products containing vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, herbs and other nutrients as...
  12. Brain training: 60 Days to a better brain
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Jan 26, 2009
    Use it or lose it. That adage is popularly said in relation to physical fitness, but it is also quite applicable to brain fitness,...
  13. 5 Natural ways to improve your health
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Jan 12, 2009
    You’ve resolved to better your health -- so you've purchased a gym membership, enrolled in a diet program, and bought a few nifty...
  14. Harmful effects of smoking around children
    By Sarah Wassner Flynn on Jan 6, 2009
    And just when you thought cigarettes couldn’t get any more dangerous, there are new reports of their lingering effects. Experts...
  15. Dangerous medications: Is your insurance switching your meds?
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Nov 1, 2008
    The rising costs of healthcare have prompted many insurance companies to engage in a practice called therapeutic substitution. This...
  16. 10 Ways to boost your midday energy level
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Oct 31, 2008
    You bound out of bed, ready to take charge of your day, only to find yourself wanting to do a face-plant on your desk at noon....
  17. 5 Everyday ways to exercise your brain
    By Kori Ellis on Oct 16, 2008
    Studies show that exercising your brain can help improve your concentration and memory. Some scientists also believe that it can...
  18. Brain games: Improve your memory and visual attention with...
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Oct 14, 2008
    Sitting at the computer all day surfing for new shoes or getting the latest celebrity gossip isn’t going to do much to boost your...
  19. Benefits of exercise for the elderly
    By Sarah Wassner Flynn on Oct 3, 2008
    Many people give up exercise in the later stages of life. But a new study shows regular exercise can help the elderly improve their...
  20. Fish oil holds promise in Alzheimer's fight
    By   on Aug 22, 2008
    Even our grandmothers told us fish was "brain food"--and now scientists have evidence to back the claim.

Every woman wants to know the secret about how to age gracefully. By taking care of your mind, body and spirit, you can't turn back the clock but you can sometimes seemingly pause time. From plastic surgery to simple and natural anti-aging techniques, how to handle aging is no longer a guessing game.

The signs of aging become obvious to the outside world primarily on a woman's skin. Whether it's crow's feet around the eyes or wrinkles elsewhere on the body, the skin can sometimes lose its elasticity and tone as the years go by. However, it doesn't have to be a losing battle and there are steps to take to help slow down and reverse the damage aging does to skin. Whether you are considering Botox injections to fight wrinkles, breast implants to enhance your figure or just want to know more about the latest anti-aging beauty products, we offer you comprehensive information from top beauty experts, dermatologists and other health care professionals.

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