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  1. Toxic products in your home
    By Sarah Kelsey on Sep 15, 2009
    We all want to keep our homes clean, but every day we use products that may be harming our health from toxic pots and pans to beauty...
  2. Health benefits of Laughter Yoga
    By Karen Hawthorne on Sep 15, 2009
    Laughing makes us feel good, giving us stress-relief and a rush of endorphins. Now you can double your pleasure and health benefits...
  3. 4 Infant sleeping myths debunked
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 11, 2009
    Although many new mothers recognize "old wives' tales" as being false, there are too many misconceptions about Baby’s health and...
  4. Prescription drug abuse an American epidemic
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 9, 2009
    With the latest celebrity prescription drug deaths of DJ AM and Michael Jackson, prescription drug abuse is boldly situated on the...
  5. Teen acne: Easing back-to-school angst
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 6, 2009
    In today’s image-obsessed society where millions of teens (and adults!) upload photos to Facebook, MySpace and Flickr, looking...
  6. Fertility linked to romance
    By Karen Hawthorne on Sep 4, 2009
    We know PMS can be bad, making us crabby and crave salty snacks or sweets. But other days of the month, we're soaring with...
  7. Is your body benefiting from your healthy habits?
    By Sarah Kelsey on Sep 4, 2009
    Whether you’re trying to beat stress or build strong bones, taking care of yourself is one of the most important resolutions you...
  8. Dental tips for a healthy mouth
    By Sarah Kelsey on Sep 4, 2009
    It may not seem like it, but taking care of your mouth can be one of the most important things you do for your health (recent...
  9. Maximize your workout
    By Sarah Kelsey on Sep 4, 2009
    Our lives can get pretty hectic. Between family responsibilities and work, it can seem almost impossible to fit exercise into our...
  10. 7 Tips to prevent cold and flu
    By Jennifer Newton Reents on Sep 3, 2009
    It can be hard to stay healthy when everyone around you seems to be getting sick. Here are some tips to prevent you from becoming a...
  11. Preparing for cold and flu season
    By Jennifer Newton Reents on Sep 3, 2009
    Kids are back in school and that means we get busier than ever. Unfortunately when we get busy, we get run down and susceptible to...
  12. Are you taking care of yourself?
    By Jennifer Newton Reents on Sep 3, 2009
    The truth is you can’t take care of others if you aren’t taking care of yourself. Busy moms know they always seem to put...
  13. Foods that help you sleep
    By Jennifer Weatherhead on Sep 2, 2009
    Sometimes sleep just doesn‘t come easy, no matter how exhausted your brain and body may feel. If you are one of the many people...
  14. All about the IUD process
    By Katherine Pennington on Sep 1, 2009
    If you are considering getting an IUD, you should learn as much as you can about the device. Here, you will find out how an IUD is...
  15. Understanding hormones' role in IUDs
    By Katherine Pennington on Sep 1, 2009
    So what is a levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system? The name conjures up something very complicated and intimidating but...
  16. What are IUDs and are they right for you?
    By Katherine Pennington on Sep 1, 2009
    Being a working woman with two children, I have little or no time to think of birth control and I am a complete mess when it comes...
  17. Eat your way to better hair, skin and nails
    By Sarah Kelsey on Sep 1, 2009
    Summer is a great time to get up and enjoy the outdoors, but it can be damaging to your hair, skin and nails. From the sun’s...
  18. Health benefits of harvest vegetables
    By Karen Hawthorne on Sep 1, 2009
    You wheel your grocery cart through the produce aisle and pick up broccoli, carrots and tomatoes -- the same vegetables you bought...
  19. Can divorce damage your health?
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Aug 31, 2009
    Almost half of all US marriages end in divorce, according to the National Institutes of Health, and recent research indicates that...
  20. Vinotherapy: Wine not just for drinking
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Aug 30, 2009
    The word vinotherapy conjures up images of sipping a fine glass of wine with your legs kicked up on the table listening to...

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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