Can't stop nibbling? Chew gum. The thought of mixing minty gum with food is usually enough to turn you off noshing in between mealtimes. Doesn't work for you? Try sniffing peppermint...it's known to curb appetite. Always make sure you're

Weird but true (and worth a try!). Thanks to reader Mary E. for the info.:

Smell lemon, make fewer mistakes: In one Japanese study, workers who sniffed lemons made 50 fewer typing errors than a control group.

There are a number of fashion and jewelry topics I want to cover, but I need to pass this on.

If you have children, check out your neighborhood by clicking on http://www.familywatchdog.us/ and e

Women who take a yearly vacation are less prone to depression than their all work and no play counterparts, says a new study frmo Marshfield

New studies show that you can feel fuller with vinegar.

Swedish researchers found that, among groups given plain bread or bread doused in vinegar, feelings of fullness were greater in those who had consumed vinegar (two tablespo

Before you waste precious $$ calling Information, try this tip:

Dial 1-800-FREE-411 and pay only for the minutes required to make the call, not the additional charge for information lookup. (Many cell phone companies charge you a doll

Sure, shopping is a blast for most, and downright therapeutic for a few, but not so much when your wallet or credit card numbers are stolen. Here are some great tips from a leading attorney, himself the recent victim of identity theft, to help keep you

Yes, it's the dead of winter, but what better time to think about sunshine and the great outdoors? Here's a tip from SELF for when the big ole yellow star finally makes its apperance again:

To test a tee-shirt's SPF, hold it up to a window. Tig

A recent story on MCOT News (http://etna.mcot.net) scared me, as I have friends who've transforme

OK, today's post isn't about fashion or jewelry per se, but if you're planning a trip to the mall, stop at www.gasbuddy.com first. This great web site tells you, by zip code, which gas stations in your area ha

Think you have to be a Park Avenue Muffy to have a personal shopper? Think again.

If you're pressed for time or overwhelmed by choices, you can find assistance in nearly any store. Find a salesperson whose style you admire, walk up t

We at Moon River Pearls actively support the U.S. military with generous discounts on pearls. (Click the yellow ribbon on our homepage for details.) The reason is twofold: One, we realize the sacrifices these brave men and women make so that

As if going in for a Brazilian bikini wax isn't scary enough, further panic ensues when you have to figure out what tip to give your aesthetician.

Who among us hasn't had their zen-like state of aromatherapy facial bliss interrupted when seize

Twas the night before Christmas
He lived all alone
in a one bedroom house made of
plaster and stone.

I had come down the chimney
wit

The guys at our office begged us to create a three-item only gift guide. Apparently they really don't like shopping for us, obsessing over our personalities and mulling over the perfect gift...who knew?

Well, all right! Some good news for Friday: Happy Hour is good for you.

As long as you drink wine. And stop at one glass.

Turn

Me, too, but there are only 39 more shopping days till Christmas.

Still stumped on what to get the loved ones in your life? (Shame on you: read my earlier post.)

A new poll from Sears revealed that Americans overwhelmingly hope for a

It's that time of year again: holiday time. And while we know what we want, most of us don't have a clue what to get the guy in our lives, whose usual response to, "What do you want for Christmas, honey?" usually falls somewhere between a grunt and sil

Joined in on the latest accessories trend and bought yourself a gorgeous strand of pearls? Congratulations! Worn alone, knotted, or jumbled with other jewelry, pearls are a staple that can last a lifetime. Here's how to keep your pearls beautiful year

Want to look smooth and silky like her? Skip the 10/10 Laser Gel Plus.

I'm all for laser hair removal, having had the mult

With the luminous pearl making a strong fashion comeback (and no sign of a slowdown in the trend), we thought it was time to post a few tips about buying pearls. Designers are using the cultured gems in a wide array of sizes, shapes

Got a pre-teen or young lady in your life? Chances are you're buying her lots of gifts, and running out of ideas with every holiday, first communion, birthday, eighth grade graduation and bat mitzvah that passes.

Want success every time?

It seems silly to talk about fashion and style when thousands of our fellow Americans don't even have the basics. But we can help. Here are agencies that will distribute your contribution to those in need:

American Red Cross, p