Better sans Botox: Teri Hatcher, Julia Roberts take a stand against plastic surgery

Teri Hatcher (left) and Julia Roberts have candidly spoken out against Botox, plastic surgery and implants. Hatcher applauded Roberts for her honesty and, in turn, posted near-naked photos of herself on her Facebook page to prove it. (Photos/Source/PR Photos) Teri Hatcher and Julia Roberts say they’re better without Botox. The two ladies have consequently united…

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Anti-depressants – Another Reason for a Droopy Face

By Cynthia Rowland Ever sit in amazement while you listen to the list of contraindications and the looming significant complications that exist when you watch an advertisement touting the latest and greatest prescription drug?  Do you ask yourself, “Who would take this drug knowing how harmful the side effects might be?” Whether you see or…

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Coconut Milk and other Beauty Treats from Across the Globe

Noreen Young, a makeup artist and sought after speaker, says that if you place 14 ounces of unsweetened coconut milk in a bowl, refrigerate it overnight, apply it to your hair and leave it for 20 minutes, then shampoo and rinse, you will find that your hair will not only be conditioned but stronger and…

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Eat Cherries for Better Beauty Sleep

Tart cherries, especially the Montmorency variety, contain a substantial amount of melatonin, which we already know helps to moderate the sleep cycle. Our bodies make their own melatonin, but sometimes it’s not enough, and the cherries could help to boost dwindling levels. Melatonin isn’t just involved in the sleep cycle — it’s also a powerful…

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BEAUTY ON A BUDGET

by Jackie Silver, author Aging Backwards: Secrets to Staying Young. With today’s belt-tightening many people are thinking about where they can afford to cut corners and save a few dollars. There are plenty of inexpensive but effective alternatives to everyday essentials that replace the need to splurge on big-ticket beauty items. Here are just a…

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Soy Can Be Dangerous

By Dr. Blaylock America has a love affair with soy — especially women who believe it fights osteoporosis and that soy formula is a good choice for infants. Although promoted as a health food, soy has been linked with numerous diseases including infertility and cancer. Soybean farming is a multibillion-dollar industry. In fact, many of…

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Natural Health News

I am a fan of Alice Wessendorf, Dr. Al Sears, Dr. Joseph Mercola, Dr. Jonathan Wright, Jenny Thompson, Christine O’Brien, Dr. William C. Douglass and several others. What do these men and women have in common? They offer sound advice regarding natural health, nutrition and healing and I recommend that you subscribe to healthiertalk.com. The experts…

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A sweet…and deadly…surprise

By now you’ve certainly seen the sickeningly sweet Corn Refiners Association ad campaign touting the virtues of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). “It’s fine in moderation,” the hip mom says to the other, hopelessly uninformed, mom when she cringes at the fake juice that the hip mom is about to serve up to the kids. “It’s…

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CosmoProf 2010 Las Vegas

The Ageless Sisters, Jackie Silver and I, just attended the finest beauty show and wowee, zowee we met quite a few amazing women who have sensational products to offer. Daniela Ciocan, Marketing Director of North America Cosmoprof presented the 2010 Discover Beauty Award to Barista Bath and Body for their innovative organic coffee-inspired product line. Jackie and I had interviewed…

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Spice Up Your Cooking With Herbs

Whether you grow them yourself or buy them at the grocery store, herbs are a healthy and delicious way to season foods without extra calories. By Diana Rodriguez Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH No one wants to eat bland food, but ladling on sauces and gravies just adds excess fat and…

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Your kitchen may be making you fat

by Sally Kuzemchak, RD Platter-sized plates and a packed pantry affect how much you eat The kitchen is the heart of your home, but it might also be at the heart of your unwanted weight. Everything from the size of your plates to the wattage of your bulbs has a direct effect on what and…

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