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I'm from Serbia and I'm 17. I like health life. If you'd like to discover the secrets of health living please reply. Or if you'd like to become my friend. Female friends are especially invited! :) [/b]

just some health tipz

- Top 10 health tips -
1. Shake your Body!
Every day find new ways to move your body. Use the stairs rather than an escalator or elevator. Walk your dog (or a neighbours' dog if you don't have one!) , chase your kids, play ball with friends, mow the lawn. Anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think 'move' in small increments of time. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym or a 45-minute cardiovascular class or body pump or kickboxing. Move more and feel better!
2. Cut the Fat
Don't eat the obvious fat in your diet such as fried foods, burgers and other fatty meats. Eat dairy products like cheese, cottage cheese, milk and cream low fat versions. Nuts and sandwich meats, mayonnaise, margarine, butter and sauces should be eaten in limited amounts and even then in their low fat verions. Most are available in lower fat versions.
3. Reduce Stress
Stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e., go back to number one above!, exercise is a great stress reducer, Soak in a hot tub; walk on the beach or in a park; read a good book; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage, a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible.
4. Stop Smoking
All the experts agree on this one. Ever since 1960 when it was announced that smoking was harmful to your health, people have been reducing their use of tobacco products. Just recently, we've seen a surge in smoking in adolescents and teens. Warn your children of the false romance or 'tough guy' image of smokers. Find ways to quit smoking hypnosis, support groups and even prescription medicine such as Zyban is available to help you..
5. Reduce your exposure to Pollution
Not everyone can live in a smog-free environment, but we can all avoid smoke-filled rooms, high traffic areas, breathing in highway fumes and exercising near busy thoroughfares. Exercise outside when the smog rating is low. Exercise indoors in air conditioning where air quality is good. Plant lots of shrubbery in your yard. It's a good pollution deterrent. If you ride a bicycle in traffic, where a small pollution mask over your mouth and nose.
6. Clunk Click every Trip
Statistics show that the wearing of seat belts add to longevity and help alleviate potential injuries in car crashes.
7. Don't Drink too Much Alcohol
Whilst it is true that a glass of wine or one drink a day (two for men) can help protect against heart disease, more alcohol than that, or binge drinking on a night out, can cause other serious health problems such as liver and kidney disease and cancer.
8. Floss Your Teeth
Harvard Medical School studied longevity and found one of the most important contributing factors was daily flossing! Flossing and brushing your teeth daily can make your RealAge as much as 6.4 years younger. These studies make a direct connection between longevity and teeth flossing. Nobody knows exactly why. Perhaps it's because people who floss tend to be more health conscious than people who don't?
9. Maintain a Positive Mental Outlook
There's a definitive connection between living well and healthily and having a cheerful outlook on life. Yes, keep on smiling and laughing!
10. Pick Your Parents Well !
The link between genetics and health is a powerful one. You can't pick your parents, but just because one or both of your parents died young in ill health doesn't mean you can't counteract the genetic pool handed you. So follow the first 9 tips above
Beauty Tips

Skin Care Tips
Money saver
Hooked on using disposable cleansing cloths or facial wipes for cleaning your face? Since these packages are convenient but costly, take the time to cut each cloth in half when you buy the package. With a little extra effort you gain twice as many cleansing cloths and save some money in the process.
Exfoliate, exfoliate
For a fast, at-home body exfoliation, mix olive oil with sea salt or sugar. Smooth over skin in circular motions all over the body, avoiding the breast area. Rinse off in the shower and apply your favourite moisturizer.
Body brush
Dry brushing your skin before a shower is a great way to stimulate the natural oil glands in your body. Using a natural bristle body brush, start at your feet and lightly "brush" your skin in a circular motion. Follow by a warm shower and slather your body with your favourite moisturizer.
Hand moisturizer
For regular, well-moisturized hands, keep hand cream on your desk at work or in the car. Apply the cream throughout the day to rejuvenate your cuticles and keep skin saturated.
Natural cleansers
Dip into your fridge for facial cleansers when your regular cleanser runs out. In a pinch buttermilk, yogurt and even cream are gentle, natural skin cleansers.
Moisturizer alternative
Instead of using a cream moisturizer after you bath or shower, rub almond oil (available at your local health food store) into your skin for a treat. Combined with a few drops of your favourite essential oil (peppermint, lavender or neroli) it will leave your skin smooth and supple.
Make shaving easier
An easy way to avoid razor burn after shaving is to moisturize beforehand. While shaving cream is the most popular method, try prepping your leg with hair conditioner for a few minutes before shaving. It will hold moisture on the leg longer and provide a very smooth shave.
Tired eye solution
Need to get rid of tired or puffy eyes immediately? Keep a spoon in the freezer and apply to eyelids for a few minutes to reduce redness.

Hair helper
Interested in trying out sculpting mud for your hair? Make sure you use a minimal amount of product to prevent weighing hair down. A good rule of thumb is to put a little bit on your fingertips and apply to the hair from the back of the head forward.
Hair clean-up
An all-natural way to eliminate shampoo build-up and toxins in your hair is with apple cider vinegar. Rinse your hair once a week with one cup of apple-cider vinegar, found in grocery stores or health stores.
Hair styling fact
Hair sets best as it is cooling, not when it is heated up from blow-drying. Whether using hot rollers or a blow dryer, apply hair spray after hair has cooled to maximize the style.
Salon style hair
Want to achieve that salon style blowout at home? Separate your damp hair into several sections and blow-dry one at a time using a round or paddle brush. Taking the time to focus on each section will give you that overall salon look.
Instant Hair Tricks To Slim Your Face
Most hair stylists will tell you that a good starting point to a face slimming hair style is to give your hair a svelte look. How do you do that? Here are some hair tips that can work for minimizing fuller face shapes:
Don'ts

* Just as clothes with horizontal strips add the elusion of weight, hairstyles with blunt edges can make your face look much wider than it really is. Avoid styles or cuts that have any type of strong lines that will make your face look larger than it really is.
* Avoid hair that is either too long or too short.
* Avoid big hair, lots of curls, wedge styles or super short cuts.
* The Square and Pear shapes are also not suited for super short cuts that will highlight the jaw or the chin.

Do's

* Add slenderizing vertical lines to your hair through well placed highlights or lowlights. A talented colorist can also add wonderful depth to your overall face with multi dimensional color.
* Adding height at the roots automatically minimizes the fullness of any face by adding instant length. Ask your stylist to add texturizing or layers around your crown area to add height. If your hair is naturally thin or fine use a great volume enhancing shampoo to add fullness. Add a root lift solution or volumizing gel to the roots and use a brush to lift as your blow dry. Remember to direct the airflow from the ends to the roots for even more volume. If you prefer you can use a small barrel curling iron right at the roots for added texture.
* Up dos add instant height. Consider pulling your hair into a high ponytail or braid anchored at your crown. Pull out a few tendrils on either side of your face to add a subtle slenderizing.
* A shoulder skimming shag style with texturized bangs is excellent for reducing facial width. Blow dry hair forward with a large round brush to smooth and curl hair under. Set with a good hair spray. The best length for faces that need slenderizing is between the jawline and the shoulders. This length elongates your face and neck creating a much slimmer appearance. Bangs can be flattering if worn to enhance the eyes. Select bangs that have an uneven edge. Try angled bangs or bangs that have wispy lengths.
* Round faces benefit from long straight lines added around the face. A chin-length bob with minimum layering is a great option. Angled bobs with sides that taper softly below the cheeks is also a wonderful selection. This look can create the illusion of higher, more angular cheekbones. By introducing a horizontal line, side-parted bangs that sweep across the forehead also help break up a face's roundness.
* A key to slenderizing round faces is to minimize the volume of hair that is at the sides and ear area. If a hairstyle is selected that falls above the jaw it is best to wear an off-center part to interrupt roundness. A longer jaw length or longer style can benefit from a center part.
* The Square & Pear shapes do well with chin length bobs. A bob with fullness at the chin will balance a pointed chin prevalent with heart shapes.
* A square face benefits from a chin length bob that ends in a soft flip or gentle wave. Adding emphasis to the cheekbones and the middle section of the face helps a lot. Bangs are a great solution. Wearing your hair at least 2 inches below your jaw line will also help a lot.

Cosmetic Tips

Make-up timeline
To ensure your eyes stay healthy and free of infection when using make-up, heed the following due-date rules. Throw out your mascara after three months, powder eye shadows every nine to 18 months, and cream eye shadows every six to 12 months. Sharpen your eyeliners often to keep them clean.
Mascara mistakes
To avoid mascara flake-off or smudging on your face, apply a thin cost of mascara to top lashes only. Then run an eyelash brush through lashes to prevent clumpy mascara build-up.
Get a rosy glow
Want your face to radiate a healthy glow? Try using a gel blush or cream (instead of powder) in a rosy shade of pink to create a more natural look. Gels or creams are more transparent and blend smoothly – rub it on the apples of your cheek and blend up towards the eye for a glowing complexion.
Minute manicure
Need a fast fix for unpolished nails? File nails into a square shape, buff them to create a bit of shine and apply a clear coat of polish. Next rub in cuticle oil around the edges of the nail and moisturize your whole hand. It takes less than 15 minutes and will give your appearance a polished look.
Brow etiquette
The trend in eyebrows for this season is natural looking, not sparse and skinny. Use a tinted brow definer or eyeshadow to fill in scanty brows.
Fix tired feet
Pamper your tired feet with a luxurious footbath. Fill a basin with warm water and add a few drops of essential oils. Next place marbles or small stones (found at your local garden centre) into the basin. Run your toes and soles of your feet over the marbles, and relax for 15 minutes.
Eye/lip pencil care
Before sharpening your eyeliner or lip pencil, place them in the freezer for 10 minutes. They will harden slightly and not break when sharpened.
Eyeliner hint
Women with deep-set eyes should use liquid liner instead of regular pencil eyeliner, to prevent smudging in the crease of the lid. Liquid liner does not smudge as easily.
Nail polish know-how
Is your nail polish from last season too thick? Chances are the polish has begun to thicken at the bottom of the bottle. Add a bit of nail polish thinner to the bottle to get the maximum use of your nail polish.
Foundation tester
When picking out a concealer or foundation, always test the colour on the inside of your wrist. The skin there is the most unblemished and will give you a good idea of how it will look on your face.
Extend your foundation
Want to extend the life of your foundation and cut down on heavy concealer? Mix a drop of it with your natural moisturizer to create a luminescent look for your skin.
Curl your lashes
Before curling your eyelashes, heat the curler with a hair dryer for a few seconds. Test to make sure it is not too hot, then apply to eyelashes. The heat will lock in the curl on extra long eyelashes.
Foundation secret
Apply foundation to your face AFTER you have done your eye make-up. This helps you to fix any last minute smudging from mascara or eyeliner under the eyes.
Lipstick trick
Love matte lipstick, but feel your dry lips wreck the look? Apply a lip balm to lips before starting your make-up routine. By the time you have done your eyes and rest of the face, your lips will be moisturized and ready for the matte lipstick.
Manicure tip
If you have been sloppy applying nail polish, simply soak nails (when dry) in warm water for a few minutes and then rub off extra nail polish gently with a finger.
Make Your Face Look Slimmer
Use your make up blusher cleverly to slim down chubby cheeks

* Purchase two shades of blush, one of a deeper shade and one that's lighter. To ensure the shades go together, purchase a compact with two coordinating shades.
* Apply your usual foundation make-up or powder to cover any imperfections and even out your skin tone.
* Apply the lighter shade of blush in circular motions onto the apples of your cheeks... how do you to find your apples? Just smile!
* Next, following the line of your cheekbones, apply a sheer sweep of the deeper shade of blush.
* Blend, blend and blend. The key with this trick is to create dimension, but you do not want a very obvious demarcation between your natural cheek color and the blush (i.e. think stripes!).
* Sweep a small amount of the lighter shade across your nose and/or forehead as desired to add an extra "glow" to your complexion.

Nail Care

Your nails may be craving something - If your nails are weak, splitting, fragile etc, the problem could be traced back to an inadequate water intake.
Most people don't drink nearly enough water. Drink up!
What to do about brittle nails
The most common nail wreckers are harsh detergents and water, which can stress nail fibers. So be sure to put rubber gloves on while you clean or do dishes.
Also, avoid using perfume lotions that usually contain alcohol if your nails are brittle. It will only make your nails worse.
It may be possible that your calcium intake is low, as well.
How To Give Yourself A Manicure
Whether you prefer your nails to be long or short, they can still look stunning with a little know-how.

* Wash and dry your hands.
* Using a double-sided emery board, file nails using a gentle stroke. Avoid corners of your nails as this can weaken them.
* Begin to shape your nails. The most popular shape to use is oval, but choose what is most suited to your hand and finger shape.
* Check to see how well you have done. Run your nails over an old pair of pantyhose. Your nails should not snag the hose.
* Apply a softener to your cuticles. Allow to site for a minute or so.
* Transfer hands to a bowl of warm water and soak for an additional few minutes.
* Gently push back the cuticles. This should not be painful. If hangnails are present, carefully clip them.
* Apply hand lotion and begin to massage the palm of your hand with the thumb of your other hand. This will help to circulate the blood. Work your way over the remainder of the hand and then repeat giving equal time to the other hand.
* Before color is applied to nails, they must be cleaned and the easiest way to do this is with an orange stick that has been wrapped with cotton. Dip into nail polish remover and then rub over the surface of the nail. Check the nail for any creamy residue. When none remains, your nails will be ready for polishing.
* Time for color. Pick up a small amount of polish on your brush and paint one stroke down the center of your nail. Your brush should hold just enough color to accomplish this. Stroke the sides of the nail and you are done. The nail should be completely colored in three strokes. Allow to set for a minute or so before applying the second coat.
* Wait until polish is set (dry to the touch) and then apply the top coat. Don't skip this step as it not only adds life to your manicure, it will protect your nails as well.
* Sanitize all of your equipment with alcohol and when they are dry, store them away until the next manicure.

Nail Tips:

* Nail polish can be stored in the fridge.
* If your nail polish is too thick, try thinning with a polish thinner.
* To prevent the cap from sticking, coat it with a little Vaseline to prevent this from happening.

Make Your Face Look Slimmer
Use your make up blusher cleverly to slim down chubby cheeks

* Purchase two shades of blush, one of a deeper shade and one that's lighter. To ensure the shades go together, purchase a compact with two coordinating shades.
* Apply your usual foundation make-up or powder to cover any imperfections and even out your skin tone.
* Apply the lighter shade of blush in circular motions onto the apples of your cheeks... how do you to find your apples? Just smile!
* Next, following the line of your cheekbones, apply a sheer sweep of the deeper shade of blush.
* Blend, blend and blend. The key with this trick is to create dimension, but you do not want a very obvious demarcation between your natural cheek color and the blush (i.e. think stripes!).
* Sweep a small amount of the lighter shade across your nose and/or forehead as desired to add an extra "glow" to your complexion.

Un Wanted Facial hair
Many women suffer from unwanted facial hair. Often facial hair in women appears first during puberty and then becomes more prolific from the age of 35 +. The main areas it seems to appear are on the lip and chin but many women experience unwanted hair growth on their jaw cheeks and neck area. Worse still is that for some reason, as you get older, so the facial hair seems to get darker and coarser.
Here we list and rate the different solutions for unwanted facial hair in women:
Shaving - Fast cheap and easy method of hair removal, but the hairs grow back very quickly and appear thicker. Not recommended for female facial hair
Bleaching - Bleaching can make dark facial hair less apparent but it can also make it look like you have fur on your face, especially in the sun.
Depilatory creams - Depilatory creams are a kinder method of hair removal, but can be a bit messy to use and some people react to the chemicals and get pimples
Plucking - provides a very clean look to the hair removal site, but it can be painful and time consuming and is often needed daily. Prolonged plucking can damage the skin.
Waxing - provides a very clean look to the hair removal site. It's results are longer lasting than the aforementioned methods, but some skins can be very sensitive to it's harsh action
Electrolysis - You have to be very patient with this one, but if it is done regularly for 1 or 2 years it can result in permanent hair removal
Laser Hair Removal - By far the best method, producing relatively fast permanent results with 6 - 8 sessions, the only downside is the price
Vaniqa - A great cream to use with any of the above hair removal methods because it actually inhibits the growth of new hairs and ensures the results last longer.Vaniqa is expensive but worth it.
Health Tips

Kiss Bad Breath Good-Bye
Bad breath (halitosis) is a common problem which often comes from the activity of bacteria in the mouth. Although there is no way of knowing for sure, most adults probably suffer from bad breath occasionally, with perhaps a quarter suffering on a regular basis.

Bad breath is a sure-fire way to send potential suitors scrambling for the exits. Chances are, that yummy chicken you enjoyed at lunch is still hanging around in your mouth, which can cause less-than-pleasant-smelling bacteria to form, especially on your tongue.
Our bad-breath weapon of choice is a tongue scraper, which some say resembles a medieval torture implement but is actually a disposable U-shaped plastic tool with tiny ridges on one side. It's very easy to use, and it will help clear away any leftover food and odor-causing bacteria that have settled on your tongue.
Starting at the back of your mouth, gently drag the scraper along your tongue two or three times, rinsing it in between each pass.
Follow up by drinking a glass of water to flush out any other bacteria that have formed in your mouth.

Problem

Possible cause
Odour after fasting, dieting, sleeping, taking medications, prolonged speaking, exercise Dryness in the mouth, insufficient saliva flow
Gums bleed and/or smell Gum problems, poor cleaning between teeth
Odour upon talking Postnasal drip on back of tongue
Odour at onset of menstrual cycle Swelling of gums
Small whitish stones with foul odour appear on tongue Tonsilloliths from crypts in tonsils
Odour appears suddenly from mouth of young children Onset of throat infection
Odour appears suddenly from nose of young children Foreign body placed in nose
Odour appears suddenly from entire body of young children Foreign body placed in nose
Taste or smell of rotten fish Trimethylaminuria (rare)
Odour in denture wearers Dentures kept in mouth at night or not cleaned properly
Odour from nose Sinusitis, polyps, dryness, foreign body, hindered air or mucus flow
Bad taste all day long Poor oral hygiene, gum disease, excessive bacterial activity on tongue
Happy Tips

Ways to happiness and spiritual well being

* It's more important to be happy than to be right.
* You can either be happy, or unhappy. Choose happy.
* Live life with an open hand, an open mind, and an open heart.
* Compliment three people everyday.
* Watch a sunrise.
* Be the first to say "Hello."
* Don't waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
* Treat everyone as you want to be treated.
* Never give up on anybody; miracles happen.
* Forget the Jones's.
* Remember someone's name.
* Pray not for things, but for wisdom and courage.
* Be tough-minded, but tender hearted.
* Be kinder than you have to be.
* Don't forget that a person's greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated.
* Keep your promises.
* Learn to show cheerfulness even when you don't feel it.
* Remember that overnight success usually takes 15 years.
* Leave everything better than you found it.
* Remember that winners do what losers don't want to do.
* When you arrive at your job in the morning, let the first thing you say brighten everyone's day.
* Don't rain on other people's parades.
* Live beneath your means.
* Keep some things to yourself and don't promote havoc by backstabbing people you love.
* Stop Rushing Past Life
* Let Go!

Alternative Happy Tips

* Whatever it is, if you really want to eat it, eat it!
* Never piss off anyone who has access to you when you are asleep.
* Never argue with a pregnant woman.

Tips for a Healthy Mind

Positivity rules
Try to stay open-minded and positive. Negative, rigid and inflexible attitudes decrease your ability to deal with the stresses of life and prevent you from enjoying yourself.
Get your zzz's
Be sure to get an adequate amount of sleep each night. Fatigue can interfere with the information you have already stored and your ability to learn new things.
Beneficial B12
Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to serious and irreversible physiological and psychological problems. Get your intake from foods of animal origin like meat, fish, eggs and dairy products.
Stress-free solutions
To combat stress, go outside for a brisk walk instead of smoking a cigarette. Reach for your running shoes instead of the TV remote or a chocolate bar. Regular physical activity (at least 30 minutes a day for most days of the week) and a healthy, balanced, low-fat diet will not only make you feel better but help you to better manage your stress.
Morning energy
Need a boost in the mornings? Time your coffeemaker so that the aroma of coffee coincides with your alarm. Sing in the shower. Use lotions with stimulating scents such as mint. Plan at least one fun thing to do each day. Eat breakfast. Listen to a radio station that makes you laugh – laughter is one of the best energizers around!
Women's Health Tips

Daily calcium
To get the recommended 1,000-1,200 mg of calcium per day, women should consume three servings of milk products (1portion=1 cup/250 mL of milk, 6 oz/175 g of yogurt or 1 oz/45 g of cheese). If you don't like milk products, you can replace each of the three portions with a 300 mg calcium supplement and try other sources of calcium.
Sleep stealers
Beware of factors that rob you of a good night's sleep: Arguments before bedtime, caffeine, sugar, vitamin C and intense exercise.To relax, take a hot bath, drink a cup of herbal tea or a glass of milk and read. A drop of lavender or orange oil on your sheets can also help bring sweet slumber.
Growing bones
Gardening is a great exercise for building bone density because of all the bending and lifting. Taking care of your flowers just once a week can reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
Calcium intake and age
A woman in her 20s needs about 1,000 mg of calcium a day. By her 30's a woman's bones stop growing, so it's wise to build a reserve of bone and calcium that'll be needed in the future. Exercise can help. Women in their 40's can start to lose bone density. Dairy foods, leafy green vegetables, fish, and even non-dairy products that are fortified with calcium help to boost calcium-intake.
Cut the caffeine
Your chances of developing an irritated bladder can double if you're drinking more than four cups of caffeinated coffee each day. Caffeine in tea, chocolate and cola are also irritants.
Fashion Tips

Dress Slim
Go monochrome
Monochromatic dressing (one colour from head to toe) makes anyone look taller and slimmer. Tone-on-tone colouring was a key trend on the runways for spring and is a style that makes anyone leaner.
Get a leggy look
Legs will look longer and slimmer if you always closely match your hose to your shoes and skirts. For a print skirt, use the background colour to find hose in a similar tone.
Hosiery tips
Two-tone shoes pose a dilemma when selecting hosiery. Always wear a neutral colour hose or match your hosiery to the lighter colour in the shoes. Never wear nylons that are darker than the lightest colour in the shoes.
Clothes Tips

Fresh scents
Scented waters, such as lavender water, are a great way to infuse a heavenly, yet subtle smell into your clothing. Add scented water to an iron, and on steam setting, gently waft over clothing. A great tip for clothes that have been in storage for the season.
Bra dilemma
Does the underwire in your bra always poke through after a few wearings? It could be the way you are storing them. Hanging bras on a hook in your closet prevents the underwire from getting twisted and pulled, as it would in a dresser drawer.
Perfect purchase
If you find a pair of black pants or a skirt that are the perfect fit, consider buying more than one pair. Black tends to fade after a while, but with two pairs of the same pants, the wear and tear takes longer. And black matches with everything!
Spot remover
Trying to remove a stain from your favourite suede jacket or skirt? Lightly rub over the stain with an emery board to get rid of the spot.
Static cling control
Need a quick way to fight static on your clothes? Carry a dryer sheet with you in your purse – rub it on the underside of your skirt or pantyhose to keep your clothes static free.
Fast fix for loose buttons
Losing the button off your jacket but don't have time to sew it back on? Use a dab of clear nail polish to seal the threads onto the center of the button as a temporary solution.
Keep clothes fresh
Before you put your clothes away for the winter, insert a fabric softener sheet, lavender sachet or to keep them smelling fresh for next season.
Jeans Appeal
Denim is everywhere this season, from the hat on your head to the shoes on your feet, and yet finding the perfect pair of jeans still overwhelms us.
Choosing classic or trendy
If you live in your jeans, classic styles like relaxed fit transfer well from year to year. If you prefer a hipper look, the must-haves for women are anything super-low. What's great about them is that because they sit on your hips, they work for many different body types. If you're a little on the shy side, try a pair of boy-cut jeans, which won't reveal as much of your mid-section.
Feeling the stretch
Another trend this season is the body-hugging jean, emphasizing a sleek and sexy look. With the renewed popularity of stretch denim this fall, there's something for everyone.
The beauty of stretch is that you can wear your jeans a lot tighter without sacrificing comfort. It makes low rise jeans, for example, much easier to wear as they hug your body and don't feel as rigid – they move with you.
Working with your body
Just because a pair of jeans looks great on your same-size friend doesn't mean they are right for you. Like with any piece of clothing, you really need to try jeans on to see how they work.
If you have curvy hips and are proud of them, Clarkson suggests a super-low boot-cut jean, which sits well on the hips and shows off your figure. Women who want a little room in the thighs and calves should look at styles that don't hug the body, such as relaxed fit or boy-cut jeans. And for extra room in the seat, try jeans with a low waist, low pockets and a bit of a flare around the ankle.
Singing the blues
With a large variety of washes, choosing the ideal shade for your blue jeans can be tricky. But thanks to this season's to-dye-for look, your task may be easier. "The must-have colour is simply dark with a lot of texturing," notes Clarkson. Look for inky indigos, which can be dressed down for casual wear and dressed up for a night out. To keep your dark denim looking its best, try washing your jeans inside out in cold water and not using the full dry cycle.
Of course you want your jeans to look good, but remember that they should feel good as well.
Style Tips
Style is the way you put together clothes, not the clothes themselves. There is something to be said for picking clothes you won't get sick of but that feel good.

* Unless you don't mind getting rid of certain items every season, stay away from overly trendy pieces when shopping for your basic wardrobe.
* Don't pick everything you see in magazines. Pick what looks and feels better on you. This comes with being honest and true to yourself.
* Wear what's right for your body type and don't be a slave to fashion
* No matter how hoochie koochi you get with Gucci, no matter how breathless you become in a Prada dressing room, no matter how cute a pair of Chanel eyelet hotpants are, if a particular style is unflattering on you, you can look, well, tacky!!!
* Your wardrobe should show your personality, not the personality of the store's salesperson.

Clothes say more about you than you can imagine.
Fashion Tips Buy Clothes to suit Your Shape
Layout your clothes before putting them on and check the proportions. Juggle jackets, scarves & belts to re-arrange the clothes to get the look you want.

* Thinner fabrics are more slimming.
* Tops and bottoms of one color will make you look thinner.
* Wear clothes that fit.
* Wearing too large clothes will exaggerate your figure not hide it.
* Avoid belts unless you have a slim waist.
* Use accessories carefully.

You can make your wardrobe impressive with mix and match jewelry.
Shoes depend less on you body shape than you height. Do not buy clothes on impulse. Plan before you buy a blouse or pants. Be somewhat scientific about shopping, consider your body type, and colors.
Ask your self some questions;

* Do you have anything you can mix and match with it? Does it match your lifestyle?
* Will it be comfortable, nonchalant, and easy to wear?
* Is it machine wash or dry clean only?
* Will it fit your budget? Is it appropriate?
* Is it a fad, can it be worn more than one season?
* Is it of good quality? Quality counts, it is better to have four or five mix and match out fits of quality, than 8 or 10 'steals.'

Think in terms of outfits when you shop, and be practical. When you buy a new dress, be sure you have shoes and other accessories to go with it. Maybe a jacket or scarf to wear over it to give it a different look.
Clothes Styles and Body Shapes

* High collars shortens necks.
* Tight tops with short sleeves and breast pocket is detracting from your figure. Shoes with straps shortens your legs. The torso can be shortened or narrowed with seam lines, belts, bows, and collars.
* A short necklace can shorten your neck.
* A scarf or belt that hangs down toward the legs will make the legs appear longer. Knitted texture, lace, floras, prints, and plaids can assist in creating an illusion. T
* hicker vertical lines in plaids lengthens and slims.
* Wear a larger print where you want people to look and smaller print where you do not want them to look.
* An all over print can camouflage figure problems, but prints here and there can create a fuller you.
* Prints around the neck and over the shoulder can make your shoulders appear wider. Just wear prints near the parts of your figure's assets, because they are usually more eye catching than a solid color.
* When buying pants be sure they fit well. Defects are emphasized in a pair of pants that may go unnoticed in a skirt.

Petite women.
Petite women need to keep clothes in line, slim narrow belts. A slight contrast in colors and fitted lines will flatter you endlessly. Also stay with fabrics that are soft and flowing that fits well. Over powering prints should be avoided.
Tall women.
Tall women can indulge in wide belts, avoid tight clothes and skirts that are to short or to long. Beauty expert Stephanie Faber recommends tall women play down their waist by wearing their blouses over the pants and skirts and avoid tight belts.
Hip heavy triangle woman.
A hip heavy triangle and round full figured women can use clothes with vertical lines to make an up and down illusion. V-necks and skirts with slits up the sides are also good. Clothes with small padded shoulders should be chosen . Too big of pads will make you look like a foot ball player. Wear long tops that go passed your hips. Choose jackets, tailored suits and shirtwaist dresses with straight, classic cuts. Lighter colors on top can be worn, this brings eyes up. Wear dark stockings and avoid patterns. Select vertical, fluid patterns and avoid bulky fabrics. Adopt the just below the knee look in dresses and skirts. Choose accessories close to the same color clothes you are wearing including shoes. This gives your body an unbroken slimmer look. Avoid very wide pinafore skirts. Stay with straight or Aline skirts.
Top heavy woman.
The top heavy body types need to choose long jackets without shoulder pads. Do not wear blouses with fancy details and ruffles. Do not wear clingy fabrics on top, choose darker colors on top. Do not wear tops that are to light. Tops with dolman or raglan sleeves and ones that fit loose and slims down to hug the hips and waist are good. Wear pants or skirts that are pleated to bring the eye down. Choose thin materials like cotton, or cotton jersey. One color dressing will also be thinning. Flat shoes are best unless you are short, then wear heels. If your legs are in good shape shorter hem lengths will draw attention away from your top.
Rectangular type woman.
The rectangular type can accentuate curves by wearing jackets or tops that hug the waist, feminine thick sweaters over skirts or pants. Use patterns in your tops or bottoms to add dimension. Round out the neckline with necklaces, scarves and other accessories, and use shoulder pads.
Dress Your Personality

SPORTY:
Remember-casual doesn't mean sloppy.
Wear layered coordinates-always pulled together with a vest, blazer, or anorak style jacket.
Head Gear like baseball caps can give many just casual outfits that sporty feel
FREESTYLE:
Arty, funky style always with a twist. you will try the latest trend but adapt it for your figure. You love hats & look terrific in them.
CLASSIC/ELEGANT:
Your clothes never enter the room before you do! You are known for clothes in the best fabrics, simple style, one good piece of jewellery, genuine leather accessories.
SEXY:
You enjoy clothes that enhance your curves-fluid fabrics, deeper necklines, waist treatments, sensual fabrics like silk, cashmere, slinky knits, & leather.
ROMANTIC:
You love being a woman & enjoy lace touches, soft florals, & pearls.
Weight Loss Tips
How to Eat

* Eat only at the table. Don't munch on the couch or at the kitchen counter.
* Don't starve yourself! Skipping meals only tricks your body into thinking its survival is threatened, and it will hold onto its fat stores for dear life.
* Eat slowly and chew each bite completely to decrease your appetite.
* Eat three small meals and two snacks daily instead of two or three huge meals.
* Don't eat anything for the last three or four hours of your day. Once you've had dinner, be done for the night.
* Don't eat anything unnecessary. You don't need "all the fixings".
* Learn to control yourself at social affairs. Don't use them as an excuse to pig out. Be strong.
* Serve yourself normal portions of food. Three ounces of meat or a half cup of rice are plenty in one meal.
* Don't nibble on things throughout the day. Some titbits contain hundreds of calories.
* Use a smaller plate than usual for dinner. You'll feel like you ate more than you actually did.
* Don't work while eating. Separate all of your activities from your meals, so you can concentrate on what and how much you're eating.
* Beware of the wall you may hit at 3:00 p.m. Many people feel the urge for a caffeine or sugar lift at this time. Have some fruit or crackers on hand to combat this.
* Don't eat a single bite while preparing meals. Chew gum, if it helps.
* Never get seconds. Make a habit of stopping after one plate of food.
* Put leftovers away immediately to avoid further grazing.
* Read labels carefully. Some low fat items are very high in calories.
* To slow yourself down, eat with the opposite hand you usually eat with.

What to Eat

* Limit yourself to no more than two servings of red meat per week.
* Make sure that no more than a quarter of your calories comes from fat.
* Cook your own meals at home and avoid eating at restaurants as much as possible.
* Eat six to eleven servings of complex carbohydrates (fruits and whole grain breads, pasta and cereals), but avoid white flour when possible.
* Don't go crazy on the protein. Too much doesn't add muscle, contrary to popular belief. It just turns to fat.
* Boycott mayonnaise and butter (or margarine). Get them out of your refrigerator. Learn to live without them.
* Don't be afraid to try low or reduced fat versions of your favorite foods. You may actually like them better when you don't feel guilty eating them.
* Stay away from energy bars, which imply that they will transform you into a fit person. Most of them are loaded with calories.
* Make your own smoothies. Those made commercially usually contain fattening syrups, but your home-made smoothies (without the gunk) are very healthy.
* Use all the garlic, oregano, etc. that you want. Eating healthy doesn't mean you can't pack your food with flavor.
* Pack a sandwich made with whole-grain bread for lunch. Breads with high fibre make you feel fuller than white bread.
* Get at least 25 grams of fibre every day. Not only does it ward off disease, but it actually blocks the absorption of calories.
* Don't be fooled by "fat free" labels. Many of these foods contain a lot of sugar, which eventually turns into fat anyway.
* Don't fall into the "it's okay to eat chicken" trap. The Crispy Chicken and Filet o' Fish sandwiches at McDonalds each contain more than twice the fat of a McDonald's hamburger. If you need whipped cream, whip up chilled evaporated skim milk - your creation will contain only half a gram of fat per cup.
* Use extra water in hot cereals to reduce the amount of milk and butter you use.
* Use seasoned rice vinegar on salads and veggies. It tastes similar to oil and vinegar, but is is fat-free and has very few calories.
* Cook rice in a mixture of half water, half fruit juice to give it subtle flavor without butter and salt.
* Use freshly ground nutmeg or another seasoning instead of salt.
* Substitute pureed tofu for two thirds of the butter in cake and cookie recipes. This will cut out 43 grams of saturated fat.

How to Stop Food Cravings

* Craving chocolate? Eat a banana. It sometimes satisfies the yearning for chocolate and is much less fattening.
* Chew sugarless gum. It speeds up the digestive system, burning more calories, and sometimes kills a craving.
* Exercise! Your appetite will temporarily subside and you'll feel better about taking such a proactive approach.
* Still craving chocolate? Try a magnesium supplement. Many women are deficient in this mineral, which is found in chocolate.
* Craving fatty foods? Eat fish, or take a fish oil or flaxseed oil supplement. You may be low in essential fatty acids.
* Grab something to drink. Sometimes, cravings for food are really thirst in disguise.
* Sweet tooth? Protein, fat and fiber keep blood sugar levels more even and help keep such cravings under control.
* Watch your caffeine intake. Caffeine seems to make sugar cravings worse.
* If your will power weakens at night, try leaving the lights on until the minute you go to bed. Dimmed lights tend to lower inhibitions.
* Turn off the lights in your kitchen and avoid hanging out there.

Track Your Weight Loss Progress

* Reward yourself regularly, (don't use food as a reward) buy a new outfit, get a new hair style, even if it's just a grin of approval in the mirror.
* Don't weigh yourself every day. Instead, get on the weight scales once a week to avoid discouragement.
* Instead of obsessing over your weight, keep track of your waist measurement, body fat percentage or clothing size.
* Have 2 pieces of clothing to help you track your progress. ! that's way too tight and one that fits perfectly at the start of your diet. Try them on every 4 weeks.
* Create a small graph like the one below with one line that shows your weekly target progress and the other that shows your actual progress. Make your target progress very realistic, say 1lb a week so that you can easily exceed it and keep highly motivated.
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How to Eat Out and Stick to your Diet
One of the most common problems people have with losing weight is pitfalls like eating out. Here are a few ways you can control how much you eat:

* As soon as your food is served, ask for a box and put half of your meal into it, to take home. Restaurant portions are usually twice the size they should be anyway.
* Don't ruin a nice, low fat salad with creamy dressing. Go for the vinaigrette or oil and vinegar, and use them sparingly.
* Don't let yourself down by getting (or sharing) a dessert. Order some fruit or Jell-O instead, if you must have something sweet.
* Arrive with a healthy meal in mind and ask for it without opening your menu. This will spare you the pain of looking at an array of temptation.
* After each bite, put your fork down, and don't pick it up again until you've completely swallowed the last bite.
* Drink a glass of skim milk before you leave your house.
* Look for restaurants that serve "contemporary", "spa" or "California" cuisine.
* When ordering seafood, choose the leanest types, such as haddock, sole, trout, scallops, shrimp and crab.

How to Speed Up Your Metabolism

* Don't skip breakfast. You will lose weight more quickly if you have a bite to eat in the morning.
* Drink hot water with lemon
* Eat hot meals rather than cold. Your metabolism speeds up very slightly when you eat and again if the food is hot.
* Do at least thirty minutes of cardiovascular exercise, five days a week. This will condition you to burn fat more efficiently.
* Don't deprive your body of carbohydrates, no matter what they say.
* You need carbs for energy and will feel terrible without them.
* Wear a pedometer and see that you take 1,000 steps every day.
* If you have a sit-down job, get up every hour and walk around for five minutes or so.
* Dedicate two hours a week to weight training, concentrating on the larger muscles. Every other day is optimal.

Funny Diet Tips

Don't take our humorous diet tips too seriously, they're just for fun!
Success is when you can look beyond food...and look down and see your feet.

* To make your hips and thighs look slim on the beach, dig two tunnels under your thighs and make a small dent in the sand for your bottom. Place your towel over the top and sit in the dug out area. Hey presto, no bulging thighs and hips.
* Always stand 3/4 on for photographs ..... really slimming
* Stand next to a person fatter than you whenever possible and never ever befriend a real skinny!!!
* Always eat in private, if people never see you eat, they'll believe you when you say you have a thyroid problem
* If you have a problem with eating too much in the evenings, go to bed at 7.30 pm every night and ask your partner to hand cuff you to the bed, you never know, you may solve two problems in one, by spicing up your sex life at the same time ;)
* If you do know someone who's naturally skinny, have them come and live with you for two weeks and eat exactly what they eat at exactly the same times. You are guaranteed to lose weight!
* Con your friends into thinking how good you're looking lately ..... study and memorize your most flattering pose in a mirror and ensure when anyone sees you, you strike the pose..... note, this only works if you then don't move again until they've left the room.
* Cross your legs at your ankles. Your thighs and calves will look slimmer.
* Get a tan. A tan helps you look thinner
* Whenever a friend calls round, tell them you're on your way to the gym, word will get round about how fit and healthy you are.... and you may feel it necessary to prove it once in a while
* 100 laughs a day is equal to 10 minutes of exercise!
Now can it get any easier than that?