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Things to do before starting a diet

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:17:00 -0800

Contemplating a diet after the holidays? It's not something you should just jump into. Experts believe you're more likely to stick to a plan if you prepare yourself both mentally and physically. What steps should you be taking now to build a positive and successful approach to dieting when the time comes? Read on to find out.

Worst Christmas party foods

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:47:00 -0800

Christmas is just around the corner, and along with the arrival of festive attire and office holiday bashes, come the dreaded buffet tables of food and cocktail snacks. Nibbles and sips here and there can really add up and do some serious diet damage. Some studies even claim the average person can consume an extra 1,000 calories a day during the holiday season. And while that does mean you should be wary of indulging in too many Christmas treats, it does not mean you should avoid them all together. You simply need to know where to draw the line. Here are a few of the worst Christmas party foods and savvy substitutions to keep you from gaining weight while making merry.

Busy girl's guide to holiday party menus

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:10:00 -0800

So you're throwing a party, but don't have the time to whip up a spread like your mother used to. What's a girl to do? Try one of these no-fail tips for pulling together a delicious and stress-free holiday party menu.

Girls' guide to throwing a party

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:32:00 -0800

Planning a Christmas or New Year's party shouldn't turn you into a stressed mess, especially when you're organizing it in the season's spirit for your friends and family.

10 Quick party appetizers

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:47:00 -0800

Thanksgiving through New Year's can be a hectic time, but that's no reason to give up on the idea of throwing the perfect cocktail Christmas party. All you need are a few go-to dishes that are not only easy to make, but also are sure to win over any crowd.

5 Tips for planning a holiday party menu

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:42:00 -0800

Planning a holiday party menu is never easy. These tips will help you plan a gastronomically pleasing bash that appeases and appeals to all of your guests.

What is binge eating disorder?

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:21:00 -0800

We've all overeaten during the holidays or on a special occasion, but when binge eating starts to become a regular occurrence, it can be a sign of a condition known as binge eating disorder. If you feel out of control with your eating, here's what you need to know about this eating disorder.

The keys to a good fitness routine

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:18:00 -0800

With the return of the holidays, comes another end of the year ritual: New Year's resolutions. Whether you're starting an exercise routine for the first time or are a health junkie looking to improve on your already stellar workout schedule, include these four components of fitness for the best results.

How to choose a skin care professional

Sarah Kelsey — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:12:00 -0800

A top-notch skin care professional can help you detect and prevent skin cancer, treat acute and chronic acne, and indulge in a facial. But with so many salons and estheticians offering you their services, it can be hard to find one person to trust with all of your skin care needs. To ease the search for a qualified skin care professional, we contacted Holly Sherrard, Canadian education manager with The International Dermal Institute, to give us the scoop on the importance of skin care treatments as well as how to find a first-rate dermatologist.

What's your body trying to tell you?

Sarah Kelsey — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:14:00 -0700

If you've ever thought about what causes dry eyes, painful muscle spasms or aged cracking joints, wonder not. We've compiled a list of the most common "what's my body trying to tell me?" symptoms and we're here to tell you what they mean and how to deal with them.

The emergency contraception controversy

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:21:00 -0700

Emergency contraceptives are a controversial topic and many of the facts circulating about them are either incorrect or outdated. To end the confusion, SheKnows.com has created an emergency contraception guide to keep you informed of your options.

Breast cancer: Lumpectomy cavity movement

Sarah Kelsey — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:42:00 -0700

The National Cancer Institute estimates one in eight women may develop breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. Some may even develop a condition called lumpectomy cavity movement. Not only can this condition lead to under-treatment, it can also cause unnecessary exposure of healthy breast tissue to radiation. So what exactly is lumpectomy cavity movement and how can you deal with it? SheKnows.com consulted leading radiation oncologist Dr Joseph Imperato, the medical director of radiation oncology at Lake Forest Hospital in Lake Forest, Illinois, to find out.

Walk to raise eating disorder awareness

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:19:00 -0700

Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder adversely affect the health of millions of Americans. Experts estimate that more than 10 million women and one million men live with some disordered eating pattern. That's why the National Eating Disorder Association is holding its first national walk to raise awareness as well as funds to find the root causes and effective treatments for eating disorders. We asked one of the event's celebrity advocates, Melissa Archer, who plays Natalie Buchanan Banks on ABC's One Life to Live to give us the skinny on the NEDA Walks and the propensity for women to develop eating disorders.

The yellow fever vaccine

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:42:00 -0700

Yellow fever is a viral disease that is transmitted through bites from infected mosquitoes. The potentially serious infection can be prevented by the yellow fever vaccine, which is recommended for people traveling to high-risk areas such as South America and Africa.

Anthrax vaccine

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:14:00 -0700

A serious disease caused by bacterial spores, anthrax is spread by animals and as a biological weapon. An anthrax vaccine is available, but generally not to the public.

The H1N1 (swine flu) vaccine

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:32:00 -0700

The H1N1 flu virus, more commonly called swine flu, is considered pandemic, putting people worldwide at risk of getting the disease. Experts are developing a vaccine to protect against H1N1, or swine flu.

The tuberculosis vaccine

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 06:23:00 -0700

Tuberculosis, also called TB, is a potentially dangerous respiratory illness that can be prevented with the tuberculosis vaccine.

The rotavirus vaccines

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:55:00 -0700

Rotavirus is an infectious disease that attacks the intestinal tract. The potentially serious illness can be prevented with the rotavirus vaccines.

The malaria vaccine

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:40:00 -0700

Malaria is an infectious disease commonly transmitted by infected mosquitoes that can lead to liver failure and other health complications. The malaria vaccine is recommended for people traveling outside of the US to areas with a high rate of malaria.

The herpes zoster (shingles) vaccine

Sarah Kelsey — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 05:09:00 -0700

Herpes zoster, or shingles, is a painful localized skin rash caused by the varicella zoster virus , the same virus that causes chickenpox. The herpes zoster vaccine can protect against herpes zoster or shingles.