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popcorn.jpgWould you rather indulge in a medium-sized tub of buttery movie theatre popcorn, or three McDonald's Quarter Pounders? A new study form the Center for Science and Public Interest says both of these high-fat favorites are equally damaging to your diet.

Holiday Beauty Wish List

It's been a rough year for most of us, but luckily, an entirely new year awaits us. Whether you've been naughty or nice, go ahead and spoil yourself and your loved ones this holiday season. We all deserve a little happiness now more than ever.

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Travel-Friendly Beauty Buys

The holidays are just around the corner and for most of us that means lots of food, fun, and travel. Here are some portable products that will help you stick to your beauty routine when you're far away from home.

robert ferguson.jpgKnowledge is power, especially when it comes to your health. Fitness pro Robert Ferguson and diet expert Amy Rantas were featured on Garrard McClendon Live last week.

You can see the segment here. To read more about Robert, go to his website.

The Quest for White Teeth

What's the first thing you notice when you meet someone? For me, it's a person's smile. And lately, I can't help but look at people's teeth. Thanks to the popularity of braces, most of us have straight(ish) teeth. As for white teeth, well, that's another story. Blame it on coffee, cola, and the natural process of aging.

The 3 Cs of Flu Prevention

HANDS.jpgFlu season is upon us and with the widespread fears surrounding H1N1, it's never been more important to guard your health.

We recently visited the DuPage County Health Department to learn more about staying flu-free this year. Here are some of their helpful tips:

My eyesight seems to get worse every year. These days, it's so bad I can't even see the alarm clock without holding it inches away from my face. Pathetic, I know. And don't even get me started on all of the money I've wasted on contacts, solution and glasses throughout the years.

Your Diet and Depression

nuts.jpgHave you ever turned to food to get yourself out of a crummy mood? I've been known to reach for a chocolate bar or bowl of ice cream whenever I need a quick fix. Turns out our innate instinct to find emotional relief in certain foods could have some scientific backing. A new study says that certain types of food may even help us avoid depression.

WIPES.jpgEver since the Swine Flu scare became big news, I've become an even bigger germaphobe.

Last year I got into the habit of cleaning my desk, keyboard, mouse, and phone with a disinfecting wipe every morning and the tradition continues to this day. My co-workers probably think I'm crazy, but I won't stop hoarding tubes of Lysol Disinfecting Wipes any time soon. Turns out your desk at work is nearly 400 times dirtier than the toilet seat you use at work.

Post-Gym Beauty

I try my best to hit the gym after work every day and when I finally come home after being on my feet for 13+ hours, I'm about ready to collapse. Most of the time I just don't have the energy to go through an extensive beauty regiment so I try to keep my personal care routine as simple as possible. Here's how:


Health headlines from the Chicago Tribune

Body Mass Index
Categories
Underweight = <18.5
Normal weight = 18.5-24.9
Overweight = 25-29.9
Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater