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Step Aerobics Effective in Modifying (Cholesterol) Profiles

You may have known that step aerobics can burn calories and is a good exercise for the heart, but did you know that research specifically has found step aerobics can step up your good cholesterol levels. A study published in the Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness found step aerobic exercise significantly raised the HDL- cholesterol levels of the study participants. This small, eight-week study followed 45 sedentary female Turkish college students. Fifteen of the women participated i...

Sagging Skin: A Result of Rapid Weight Loss

Sagging skin is caused by losing too much weight too quickly. Slow, gradual weight loss does not result in excess flab, but rather, gives your skin and other body parts a chance to respond to all the changes that weight loss brings. Eat a healthy, balanced diet that includes all the same vitamins and minerals that keep skin healthy, but most of all: Slow down!

Raw Food Diet

Fruits and vegetables are at their nutritional best in their raw state but, the idea of maintaining a constant diet of uncooked food would be less than appealing. There are many people who are happy to follow a raw food diet, often claiming that it makes them feel more energetic and ‘alive’. They believe that cooking and processing not only damage the nutritional quality of food, but also reduce its health-giving properties. It is true that the nutritional content of fruit and vegetables is red...

High Intensity Interval training: a Stepping Stone for Fat Loss

"Women can work at a higher percentage of their maximum heart rate than the men and a higher percentage of their maximum oxygen consumption." This information has been published in "Sex-specific Responses to Interval Training" a study conducted by Drs. Matt Laurent and Matt Kutz, Human Movement.
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Holiday 2013 Hair and Makeup Ideas to Help You Look Fab

The holidays usually mean several parties to attend to, such as Christmas and New Year's Eve parties at work, with the family, with friends and significant others. That's why looking your best should is very important. Here are some Holiday 2013 hair and makeup ideas to help you look fab and be the belle of any ball.

Justin Bieber Seen at “Believe” Movie Premiere in LA after Saying that He was Retiring [WATCH]

Justin Bieber was seen attending his "Believe" movie premiere at the Regal Cinemas in Los Angeles, California (LA) on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013, just days after saying in an interview that he was retiring from the music industry. Bieber's supporters including fans and celebrity friends such as actor Jaden Smith (Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith's son), mentor Usher and Kylie Kardashian of "Keeping Up with the Kardashians" fame, came in full force.

U.S., Australian Scientists Discover Way to Reverse Ageing

Scientists from the U.S. and Australia have discovered a way to reverse the ageing process. Researchers from Harvard Medical School and University of New South Wales said they have tested the procedure on mice and it proved to be successful. They are now working to test the method on humans.

GTA 5: 'Capture the Flag' Modes and Update 1.08 Patch Released

Rockstar announced its latest online update for GTA 5 with four new game modes after the classic "capture the flag." The update is set for release on Dec. 19 and it includes 20 new jobs available for free on the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live. Rockstar also brought a host of dynamic tuning and fix updates with this release. Below are the complete patch notes for GTA 5 Title Update 1.08 from Rockstar Games.

After PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Wii and Next XBox Concepts Released

Sony and Microsoft released the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. As the rivalry continues, gamers can look forward for more next generation consoles. Recent reports hint what people can expect from the next PlayStation 5 and Xbox. There were also reports showing the concept for the next-generation Wii. It will definitely be a packed season.

Holiday 2013 Gift Guide: Gifts that Give Back

This particular Holiday 2013 Gift Guide features wonderful gifts that give back to those in need. It's a great feeling to receive gifts, but when you are giving gifts, it's even better. Whether you will be the giver or the receiver of gifts this season, it's a nice touch that someone else will benefit from this traditional exchange of gifts this Christmas. Some of the products mentioned in this gift guide include nail polish, makeup, accessories and even a bike!

Rachel Zoe’s Guide to Being Stylish at Holiday Parties [WATCH]

Celebrity stylist, editor, reality TV star and fashion designer Rachel Zoe shares her guide to being stylish at holiday parties including her tips to looking fab and "maj" as well as her top picks for holiday clothes, shoes and accessories. Naturally, it has festive colors in red, gold and silver. But, it also has the occasional black clothes. Of course, the quintessential little black dress (LBD) must be part of this list because it is a classic that never goes out of style. Zoe's list...

Android 4.4.2 KitKat Update for Samsung Galaxy S4 Now Live: How to Update

Samsung Galaxy S4 joins the likes of HTC One Google Play edition with the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update. The tech giant has just announced the roll out of the Android 4.4.2 update to Samsung Galaxy S 4 GPe. People can either download the update directly to their device or manually install it.

How To Pack For Only Carry-On Travel For The Holidays

Preparing for a handheld-luggage only travel should be easier for the weekend traveler or those who do not carry much when traveling. Even notorious overpackers can travel with a carry-on. Here are some tips to make handheld-luggage only travel a success applicable for both men and women.

SIMS 4 Fall 2014 Release: 7 New Gameplay Features And 9 Expansion Packs Concept

SIMS 4 is the fourth and upcoming instalment of the SIMS series set for released by late 2014 for Microsoft Windows and OS X. It features all new game mechanics never before seen and better engine compared to SIMS 3 for more realistic experience. Here are the expansion packs concepts and detailed features you can expect next year.

Miss International 2013: Know The Runner Ups Casey Radley and Nathalie den Dekker

Another beauty contest, another Filipina. After Miss World 2013 crown was bagged by Megan Young from Philippines when the beauty pageant season kicked off, the year concluded with Bea Rose Santiago, another beautiful Filipina winning another coveted crown for the country, Miss International 2013. Miss Netherlands Nathalie den Dekker was the runner-up, while Miss New Zealand Casey Radley came third in the contest that concluded in Japan on Tuesday night.

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