Author Archives: Elizabeth

Secrets of the World’s Most Healthy Women

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Elizabeth

What is the secret to a long, healthy and beautiful life? Act like you live in Italy, Greece, California, Japan or Costa Rica. These places have communities — known as Blue Zones — with a high percentage of centenarians living … Continue reading →

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Secrets to a Happy New Year

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Elizabeth

Just think happy thoughts. It turns out, you never have to be miserable again. University of California at Berkeley researchers scientifically proved that anyone is able to get through the toughest of times. UC Berkeley scientists tested quantifiable data on … Continue reading →

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Drinking Coffee Lowers Skin Cancer Risk

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Elizabeth

We love our coffee! After all, 54% of American adults drink coffee regularly. That is good news because there are many health perks of the daily grind. In fact, coffee is now also linked to a reduced skin cancer risk. … Continue reading →

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Barely Exercise, Live Longer

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Elizabeth

Everyone knows the importance of incorporating exercise into your daily life. But how much exercise do you really need to begin to see results? New studies suggest even minimal exercise can add years to one’s life. For example, if the … Continue reading →

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Longer and Healthier Living to Age 150?

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Elizabeth

What will your life look like when you live to be over 100 years? Will you be healthy? How long will you work? Will you retire from one career at age 65 and then go back to school to learn … Continue reading →

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End-of-Summer Blues

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Elizabeth

Carefree days at the beach, warm evenings outside with friends, and family vacations are a few of the joys of summer. It’s a time when we recharge and are reminded of what is truly important in life. Yet with Labor … Continue reading →

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Trust your Intuition

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Elizabeth

It’s the moment you know you should not purchase that last pair of boots after a full day of shopping. It’s the moment you do not eat one last cookie at the end of the day. It’s the moment you … Continue reading →

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Improve Your Mood – The “Good Food” Diet

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Elizabeth

You are what you eat, but did you know that your mood might also be a reflection of the foods you consume? New research is showing that particular foods can impact your mood. Dr. Richard Wurtman, distinguished professor of Neuroscience … Continue reading →

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Sleep is More Important than Food

Posted on August 17, 2011 by Elizabeth

Why is sleep one of the first things we’re willing to sacrifice as the demands in our lives increase? Out of our fundamental physical needs — food, sleep and exercise — sleep is the most important. If you nearly starved … Continue reading →

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What is Beauty?

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Elizabeth

It is often said, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” What does this mean? While physical traits often play a role in beauty, what makes a woman truly attractive is based largely on confidence, personality, charisma, a healthy … Continue reading →

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