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Fri Jun 23, 2006

FREE Calorie Counter

I was surfing the net the other day, and I came across this website: http://www.caloriesperhour.com/index_food.html

Just find your food item, and get a calorie count. This is a great tool for those of us who are counting calories, as we transition into our Summer wardrobes!

Good Luck,

Toni

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Thu Jun 22, 2006

2 Fresh Petunias




2 Fresh Petunias is an online boutique featuring the unique wears of up and coming designer, Stephanie Ignazio. The internet is filled with websites showcasing the creations of independent designers from all over the world, and we have reviewed quite a few of them. 2 Fresh Petunias is different, and they carry adorable boutique items for Mommy and Baby.













This Mexican Dreams SassyMum Bag, $98 is the perfect diaper bag for the organized "fashion conscious" Mom-to-be. As if that weren't enough to get you over to their site, check out these new appliqued Sweet Tees for $14.

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Beautiful, Clear Skin


Forever Mineral Cosmetics is a fairly new cosmetics company based in Kansas. We were contacted by Forever Mineral a few months ago for a product review, and Heidi gave them two thumbs up! Their cosmetics are great, and the skincare line is equally effective. Heidi has been using the Acne Treatment Mask and Healing Serum Duo, and it has worked wonderfully. You do not have wait till you have severe acne problems to try this stuff. It works wonders on the occasional break out. It is only 19.95, and it is chemical-free, what more could a girl ask for?


Check out our review of Forever Mineral's mineral make-up.

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Your Grandmother's Style—back then...


Sew Pretty is a collection of one-of-a-kind and limited edition handbags and accessories by designer, Raquel Caruso. Isabella, a very pretty bag is one of Caruso's most popular designs--a great investment too, as it can be carried through all seasons. Its richly embroidered paisley fabric comes in three shades. The antiqued-gold kiss lock frame is reminiscent of a delicate vintage creation.



SPECIAL OFFER: Take 15% off your purchase at www.sewprettyonline.com Use the code lifestyle06 at checkout.

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Wed May 24, 2006

A Semiprecious Symphony!

claudette jewelry


Claudette Elizondo, designer of Claudette Jewelry presents a collection that brings out the beautiful qualities in every woman.

I have had the pleasure of receiving this pair of canoe earrings designed by Claudette. I have been wearing them for a few months, (on a regular basis). I can't help that they go with my entire Spring/Summer wardrobe! The intricate, unique design catches the eye of girlfriends and onlookers alike.

If I only had a nickel for every time someone had said, "I like your earrings--where did you get them?" I would be a rich woman. Thanks to Claudette for introducing her matchless collection of jewels to me!




Claudette's three new Spring/Summer 2006 collections include The Wrapture Collection, The Bridal Collection and The Tree of Life collection. Each very distinct yet unified by the balancing of delicate and bold qualities that have come to embody Claudette jewelry.


Available online at claudettejewelry.com.



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Mon May 22, 2006

Patemm & Company

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In April last year, we introduced you to ground-breaking patemm pad inventor, Grace Welch.

Over a year later, Patemm & Company is still going strong as a favorite among celebrity moms like Courteney Cox-Arquette, they were recently featured in ABC's The View, and most recently Celebrity and VIP Moms got Patemm Pads at theng event of Jane Buckingham's new book, The Modern Girl's Guide to Motherhood. Brooke Shields, Ming Na, and Melissa Joan Hart were just a few of the Celebrity Moms in attendance.




The new favorite is the new bote bag.

The bote bag (pronounced bo-tay, meaning "bottle" in Tagalog) is a perfect complement to the award-winning patemm pad. The 100% blue cotton ma'ong (denim) machine-washable bag comfortably holds your patemm pad, bottles, and other necessities for you and baby.

Visit online at patemm.com.
Photo by Naoki Nitta

On a side note: NEW MOMS: Did you receive a Patemm Pad at your baby shower? Oprah wants to know the BEST and WORST GIFTS new moms received when the were expecting their babies! Also, WHAT IS YOUR IDEA OF THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE EXPECTING OR NEW MOM?

Go online to Oprah's website and cast your vote!

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Tue May 09, 2006

Tip Top Shape

Problem area: Chubby Upper Arms.



¾ sleeves are your friend! They help disguise unflattering upper arm flab and draw attention towards more attractive areas of your body.

C&C California Va-Voom Top $48 at Bluebeeonline.com

Starlet Top $98 at LeTrainBleu.com

Lauren Moffat, $260 at PinkMascara.com

Flutter Sleeve Top, $176 at LeTrainBleu.com

Problem area: Long Torso



Are tanks or t-shirts way too short on you? Check out these great tops that are all longer than your average tee.

Mblem Top $60 at Nordstrom.com

Pink Spike Tube Top, $46 at StyleViolet.com

Active Basic tunic Cami, $12 or 2 for $20 at StyleViolet.com

Owl Graphic Tunic $28 at UrbanOutfitters.com

Problem Area: Large Bust



Fight the Uni-boob look with a hot v-neck top. High collars tend to elongate and distort larger chests, while scoop neck and v-neck tops fit and flatter the chest. The first step is to make sure that you have a good fitting bra that lifts your chest, so that your bust does not sag and age you. Stay away from tops that blouse out too much or material that adds even more material or layers to the chest.

Striped Tee, $22-24 at Alloy.com

Adam & Eve Tank, $225 at Shopbop.com

Juicy Couture green Tee, $88 at Nordstrom.com

Problem Area: Small Bust



Add ooomf to your bust with a feminine design. Intricate detailing right above or at the bust area like pleats, lace or bows for example, compliment a smaller chest.

Lace trimmed tunic $24 at Alloy.com

Striped DVF Bow Top, $175 at Nordstrom.com

Clementine Top $74 at LeTrainBleu.com


Article by Elana of FutureFashionista.com.


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Sun May 07, 2006

Ectopic Pregnancy: What is it and How is it treated?

An ectopic pregnancy, or tubal pregnancy, is a pregnancy in which the fertilized egg implants on any tissue other than the endometrial lining of the uterus. 95% of ectopic pregnancies occur in the fallopian tube, while the other 5% occurs in the abdomen, an ovary, or in the cervix. Ectopic pregnancy occurs in 1-2% of all pregnancy. I was lucky enough to be part of that 1-2%.

As personal as this information will be, I'm writing this in hopes that it may educate those in detecting and treating ectopic pregnancy. It can happen to you and it's important to be aware of the symptoms.

The throbbing came on suddenly. I was overcome with pain on the left side of my stomach. It was overwhelming and localized to that one side. The bleeding started shortly after which was odd since I had just had my period over a week before. My husband knew right away that something was wrong and urged me to let him take me to the emergency room. I figured it was just a cyst and that we were overreacting, but as the pain worsened, I realized going to the hospital was the right thing to do. The pain was so bad, I was throwing up and it radiated around to my back.

I didn't have a temperature, but my stomach was so tender that I screamed when the doctor examined me. I was given four to five doses of Morphine, none of which helped. I was finally able to tolerate the Pelvic Exam after being given Demerol. The doctor mentioned that I had a Beta Hcg of 525, which meant I was pregnant. "That's not possible," I said, startled. "I just had my period a little while ago. It doesn't make any sense!" He than felt my uterus and remarked that it was unusually soft but that he felt something firm to the left of it. Through u/s it was shown that I did not have an embryo in my uterus. The ER doctor consulted with the on-call OBGYN and they decided to wait it out and see if my Beta Hcg would go down. I was admitted and given continuous pain medication throughout the night.

My 4:30 am Beta HCG number was 300-ish, so it was concluded that the pregnancy was not viable. The OBGYN decided that the best possible thing to do was go in through surgery and remove the pregnancy and possibly my left fallopian tube. With some ectopic pregnancies, methotrexate can be used to dissolve the fetus over a couple weeks time, but in my case, the pregnancy was causing so much pain and discomfort, the doctor didn't want to risk the tube bursting and me hemorrhaging to death. I would be having a D & C, laparoscopic surgery with possible laporectomy (tube removal). They found that the embryo had implanted in my left fallopian tube, so they freeze-sectioned that tube area, and removed it.

I left the hospital with my wounds stapled and my heart hurting. Although my life was saved, I lost a baby that I didn't even know I was carrying and part of my fallopian tube. I had staples in my belly button, in my side, and an incision in my pelvic area. I want to grieve but I haven't even gotten used the idea that I was even pregnant. I should be grateful for escaping with my life but I can't help being angry, disappointed and saddened. These feelings are fairly normal for women with ectopic pregnancies as many also don't realize they are pregnant until they are visiting an emergency room.

Article by Elana of FutureFashionista.com.

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Thu Apr 13, 2006

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Sun Apr 09, 2006

Girls Watch Out! Smoking Can Make You Obese

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Smoking to lose weight? Am I getting it right, or are my ears playing tricks with me? I am still in a right frame of mind and my ears have lost no power of audibility, then it must be the gravity of the situation that has shocked me, shaking me violently off my reverie. It is a heart throbbing experience, contemplating on the means we use to get to our own selfish ends, trampling any opposition ruthlessly and giving a deaf ear to the pleas for mercy of the vanquished, forgetting that it’s our own body we’re crushing into bits and tatters, shattering into pieces.

I still cannot comprehend or come into terms with the maddening trend, where girls take up a wholehearted effort and dedicated approach to smoking in order to lose weight. The grit and determination of this young generation of self-assured bevy of teeny-boppers to lose weight is so intense, displaying a maturity beyond their years that even an older woman would pride to boot about. My heart goes out to them, they who are hot and happening and they who throng the hot and happening places, with cigarettes in their lips, puffing the thoughts of obesity and overweight away. I am not sympathizing with their cause, rather I understand their plight.

It’s we, the older generation that has left indelible marks and set umpteen numbers of examples, leading the misguided bunch of youngsters to the road to perdition. We have been living on a daily diet of chemical-laden pills for any and every little ailments that befall us. We are just a bundle of contradictions, a mixture of opposites, who preach what we don’t practice. We pass across the message to the young generation that smoking is injurious to health, though we keep smoking all along. Tired of our lip-service, they look out for ways to fend for themselves. And left to themselves, they are sucked in by the myth that smoking, an appetite killer, can contain obesity.

With the Internetng floodgates of information, bordering on total insanity at times, the young crowds have their hands full with theories and axioms on weight loss. As they scratch only the rim, they have their eyes set on the toppings, never for a moment relishing the rotting taste inside. They follow a simple logic: smoking leads to no appetite, no appetite leads to no food, no food leads to weight loss. But, my dear girl, life would be a bed of roses, if things were that simple. The Mama Mias of the world are not that stupid. Smoking can have severe repercussions and ramifications on weight loss itself; your weight loss strategy might fire back its cannons making you all the more obese.

Anyone would call upon the heavens to stand by the fact that smoking kills appetite. But few realize that when they smoke to lose weight, they lose their body to nicotine. You are bargaining for a Faustian deal, exchanging the welfare of your body for a glamorous look that is momentary. Well, grow up, Dr. Faustus had no happy ending, and you are playing with fire that will only engulf you in its flames with time. Once nicotine gets into your system, it is hard to completely remove its toxins. Say, you have been smoking and you have regained the figure you would kill for, but what next??

Would you give up the means as you have got to your ends? Smoking is not a commodity you can pick and throw as you wish; it has its own set of rules. To enlighten you with a simple example, the craving for your usual after dinner smoke would haunt you like a recurring nightmare if you try to give up smoking. The only way out is to have a rich sugary food that can compensate for the decreased sugar level in your body after you have quit smoking. So, you either continue smoking or stuff yourselves with cakes and chocolates. Ahem, not a nice situation to be in.

There is nothing like a free lunch, it always comes with a bill attached. When you sell your body to nicotine for that glossy look, you are the ultimate loser. You end up smoking, and you are still overweight and obese. So girls, better keep away from smoking, if you don’t want to get into the vicious cycle of smoking and obesity. You don’t need logic to comprehend “Smoking can make you Obese.”

Naorem is a freelancer who writes on various health issues.For the latest writeups on weight loss, obesity, depression, anxiety and the likes, log on to http://www.phentermine-effects.com

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