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It’s that time of year again to shed the long- sleeves and heavy fabrics.  In other words, to take it off for the summer. What a drag. But some people manage to dress so chic regardless of what they weigh.  How do they do it?  They’ve learned what looks best for their shape, height, coloring, and personality, and you too can copy their style by following a few fashion rules.

Blindsided by a job loss, the author learned that the unfamiliar isn’t to be feared: It can be a chance to turn your life around.

When it came to change, my father had it licked. His motto was simply “Don’t let it happen to you.” He proudly wore the same tie he’d had since college.

Yesterday will revealed tips to help you sleep better.  If you want to get an even better restful night of sleep, check out more tips for the best sleep ever.

You’ve done all the obvious stuff—cut out late-night caffeine, made sure your bedroom is dark and cozy, avoided scary movies or struggling with your to-do list right before bed. So why are you still tossing and turning?

The nuclear blasts in Japan have everyone concerned about radiation poisoning, although World Health Organization officials say “health risk is small” for those of us not living near the power plants.  Still, we wonder how we may be affected and if there’s something we can to protect ourselves.

Just when you thought the treadmill would never change, a non-motorized version has come along, aptly named The Curve.  Way back when, the first iterations of the treadmill did not use electricity, but most were inconvenient because of the need to strap in and hold on tight. It seems The Curve has remedied these problems and adds an additional benefit of increased exercise efficiency. 

With airlines skimping on in-flight food, airport terminals are ramping up offerings, ditching mundane choices in favor of high-end gourmet, fresh, and even organic selections. We perused the menu at 20 of the nation’s busiest airports to zero in on the ones making the biggest strides when it comes to delivering healthy options. Our top five picks aren’t necessarily the most trafficked airports. Instead, they’re the ones that make it easy to find deliciously lighter meals. If travel plans allow, it might be worth routing through these five hubs.

Most of us know which foods to avoid and which to keep on hand if we’re trying to stay slim. But what about the kitchen gadgets we should have at the ready? Stocking your home with the right prep and cook tools is a key step in keeping those extra pounds away. 

It’s no surprise that given out hectic schedules and on-the-go lifestyles, eating out has become a popular pastime. We currently spend about half of our food dollars—more than ever before—on foods and beverages from restaurants, retail stores, recreational places, and schools.

Doing exactly the right thing can seem impossible. These quick methods come close.  First, Cardiovascular Activity: The ideal:  Do 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing exactly the right thing can seem impossible. These quick methods come close. The next best thing:  Take three 10-minute walks each day.

Bikini season is quickly approaching, unless you live in a place where it is already here.  What’s worse than a bloated belly in a bikini?  Not much.  Gas, that can fill the belly like a balloon, comes from intestinal bacteria that breaks down undigested nutrients.  Want to shut off those gas-producing microbes?  Starve them out! 

What Mark Pinhasovich said....

The competition between the two teams is now even: 7 on 7. But guess what? Time to go home! Everyone will be going home for two weeks. They all seem really happy and excited to go home, but temptations abound. If I were in their position, I would not want to go home until my journey was close to being done. I feel like this would disrupt my groove  How will it affect the contestants?

Listen to the rest.

In sticker-shock over prices at your local supermarket? Rely on these money-saving strategies.

Whether you’re cooking at home or grabbing knick-knacks at the grocery store, there are ways you can improve your diet without sabotaging your taste buds.  If you are trying to get to 100% on essential vitamins and minerals in your Calorie Count Nutritional Analysis, you have to eat smart.  These ten food replacements will help you get there.

Last week, we presented 13 simple strategies for filling the tank when you’re running on empty, and today, we present 13 more.   Tip One:  Do Interval Exercise in the Morning,  Researchers at Leeds Metropolitan University, in England, found that exercising before or during lunchtime leads to a more productive workday