Life:  blog  09/01/10 12:22 pm

Labor Day…the very mention is enough to send most women into a fit of both glee and remorse. Who doesn’t love one last hurrah at the end of summer? Then again, who actually loves the end of summer? Whether it’s a celebratory trip or more of an end of summer pity party, this year the number of people driving to their Labor Day destinations is up big time, as well as the number of miles they're driving, according to AAA.

Although hitting the pavement for one last summer road trip can be just what a girl needs before fully committing to grueling office hours, (bye-bye, summer Fridays) it can also be a dangerous adventure if you don’t prepare to hit the open road right!

Weight Loss:  blog  08/30/10 12:42 pm

Betting money to increase gains isn’t a new concept. Betting money to beat the bulge, however, is. Enter, StickK.com, a site designed to motivate people to meet a wide array of lifestyle goals, ranging from weight loss to quitting smoking. StickK launched nearly three years ago and has handled over $4.7 million in stakes for nearly 50,000 contracts in that time.

Sound crazy to you? Well, it just might work if you’re trying to lose weight. Financial incentives can increase success rates in dieters more than four times over, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

Beauty & Style:  blog  08/25/10 2:00 pm

With expert advice from editors (including WH's very own Alexis Farah!), fashion insiders, and Nigel himself, Nigel Barker's The Beauty Equation is all about finding your inner beauty and confidence—and flaunting it.

After more than 20 years of experience in the beauty business and 14 seasons of judging America’s Next Top Model, photographer Nigel Barker knows what makes a woman truly beautiful and it's not "Be tall! Be skinny! Get flawless skin!"

Hitting the shelves September 1, you can be one of the first people to call the book yours—and for free! Just enter your email address below and enter to be one of the five lucky reader to win the book, valued at $19.95.

 

Health:  blog  08/25/10 12:03 pm

It's back-to-school time. And even though school photos might be nothing more to you than a bad memory, there’s no reason why you can't look your best this fall.

So from spa treatments and nutritional consulting to yoga, Pilates classes, and personal trainers, SpaFinder has the scoop on huge discounts (like $50-prices or 50-percent-off ) at spa and wellness centers across the country.

All you need to do is sign up at spafinder.com/dealdays! You’ll receive updates about deals in your 'hood from September 20 through 26. Then clear your schedule and make some time for the ultimate week of pampering.

Nutrition:  blog  08/23/10 1:43 pm

Monday, the day of slow starts and filled-up coffee pots, could make a big finish in terms of your health—and the health of the planet.

Opting for vegetarian meals one day a week helps you consume less saturated fat, which has been linked to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. You’ll also scale back man-made greenhouse gas emissions, a fifth of which come from the meat industry, according to the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization.

Try these delicious Meatless Monday recipes that will do more than just tickle your taste buds. Remember, meat free doesn't mean flavor free.

Edamame It's kid-friendly, high in protein, and has a nutty flavor. Making this recipe is as easy as 1-2-3 or rather boil, salt, and serve.

Gluten Free Ratatouille A traditional French Provençal stewed vegetable dish that will bring out your inner Julia Child.

Health:  blog  08/20/10 12:14 pm

Never indulged yourself with a seaweed body wrap or out-of-this-world massage from a hunky Swedish man? Here’s your chance to splurge! And did we mention you can without maxing out a single credit card?

From September 20 through 26, SpaFinder Deal Days will hook you up with some MAJOR discounts and deals from spa and wellness centers across the country. We’re talking $50 prices or 50-percent off of regular-priced spa treatments, yoga and Pilates classes, nutrition and fitness consulting, and even personal training!

To get in on all the action, all you have to do is sign up at spafinder.com/dealdays!

Health:  blog  08/19/10 12:55 pm

Cancer isn't pretty or graceful or fun, but it invades the lives of beautiful people everyday. We're interested in talking to women who've experienced oral cancer. We want to hear your stories (anonymous entries are OK, too!).

So talk to us. Or mention this call out to a friend who has battled oral cancer. Send your name and info to tellus@womenshealthmag.com

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13 Questions for Your Doc
Reduce Your Cervical Cancer Risk

Health:  blog  08/18/10 9:30 am

By this point in the summer, your sunburned skin has turned to splotches and you aren’t quite sure if your hair will ever defrizz.

But not to worry—It’s the prefect time to sign up for SpaFinder’s Deal Days! The awesome spa and wellness site is hooking health lovers up with crazy discounts—like $50 prices or 50-percent discounts—at spa and wellness centers from September 20 through 26. You can try out spa treatments, yoga and Pilates classes, fitness and nutrition consulting, and even personal training sessions.

But you’ve got to sign up early if you want in on the goods. Get more info and sign up to receive news and updates on deals in your area at spafinder.com/dealdays!