3 Exercises High Heel Lovers Should Do to Avoid Foot Pain

Add these podiatrist-recommended moves to your workout to ward off the not-so-sexy side effects of heels.

Anyone who’s ever squeezed into a pair of sky-high shoes knows heels can be hell on your feet. But the problems may not stop there. Wearing heels regularly can also affect your leg muscles over time, says podiatrist Bobby Pourziaee, a Los Angeles-based foot and ankle surgeon and the founder of the Spa on Rodeo. When you’re walking on tiptoes, your calf muscles are shortened—“and they can stay that way if heels are the only shoes you wear,” he explains.

The Latest in Celebrity Hair Transformations

Another change before the year ends.

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When it comes to reinvention, nothing changes a look like new hair—and these celebrities prove it. Here, an ongoing look at the biggest length, bangs, and color changes in Hollywood.

Best Looks: Chrissy Teigen

Chrissy wears an epic coat at the airport with Luna.

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Whether she's on the red carpet in a black gown or in the street wearing tiny shorts, Chrissy Teigen can do all looks flawlessly. Flip through her very best.

6 Secret Weapons for Your Beauty Routine

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The science of skin care has burgeoned in the past few years. And because of that, you've likely seen an influx of seemingly strange skin care products -- exotic oils you apply to clean skin and hair and live skin cells that refresh your face. But rest assured, you’re not living in a sci-fi novel. These new treatments do exist. Read on to hear about six things you definitely need to incorporate into your beauty and skincare routine.

Does Castor Oil Help Sagging Skin?

Castor oil is extracted from the bean of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). It is a mild laxative and is also used in alternative medicine for rheumatism, hair care, menstrual problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It may also be beneficial for the skin.

How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?

The term sleep disorder may suggest someone tossing and turning all night, but lying awake for hours with insomnia is just one example of many conditions that affect how you sleep and function during the day.

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Trouble sleeping?                                                                    

The term sleep disorder may suggest someone tossing and turning all night, but lying awake for hours with insomnia is just one example of many conditions that affect how you sleep and function during the day. In fact, you can have a sleep disorder and not even know it.

Healthy Diet For Healthy Hair

Healthy hair want a complete and nutritive diet, balance diet makes hair healthy and shiny, if your diet do not includes nutritive substance in it, you can see it’s effect on your hair, hairs start falling.

11 Rules to Always Follow for Healthy Hair

In the age of blowout bars, extreme dye jobs, and perms (yes, they're back!), it's not a question of if your hair is damaged but of how bad the situation really is. Before you start feeling hopeless because you'd sooner sell your soul than give up your flatiron, consider that even wrecked hair can be revived with a few sneaky little adjustments to your routine, according to scientists. Shinier, healthier-looking hair is just 11 tricks (and one roll of paper towels) away.

How to Grow Long Healthy Hair

We all want long, healthy and super shiny hair just like the celebrities we see. You can achieve gorgeous looking hair using a few tools and products but it can damage your hair. Instead, there are a few natural ways to get beautiful long hair. There is no magical way to grow your hair overnight. What takes your hair to grow is some dedication and a lot of patience. It is a slow process and eventually you’ll notice the change. It is also important to know that everyone’s hair is different and grows at a different speed. Here are some easy tips and tricks to grow your hair:

How To Do a Post-Holiday Party Detox

Drank more wine than you intended? Ate a few too many cheese cubes, cake slices, or servings of mashed potatoes? Here's how to safely recover from a binge, according to the experts.

No, you definitely should not do a full 24-hour juice cleanse—but there’s nothing wrong with having an extra-low-calorie day after a night of bingeing on unhealthy food and beverages, says F. Xavier Pi-Sunyer, MD, an obesity expert at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. "It won’t negatively impact your metabolism. You won’t be starved," he says. "It’s just one day."

New Years Eve Makeup: From Drab to Fab in 15 Minutes

Like many nail polish lovers, I rarely wear makeup, New Years Eve is an exception. It’s the biggest party of the year, so it’s obligatory to look fabulous! Plus, there is an old Russian superstition that the way you spend New Years Eve is the way you’ll spend the rest of the year. Drinking champagne while looking fabulous for a year? I’m fine with that! ;)

Exercise May Protect Against Holiday Binge Eating, Suggests Small New Study

If you are going to overeat, there’s something you can do to protect against the negative effects.

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When it comes to holiday weight gain, the problem isn’t just one or two big meals; it’s the drawn-out stream of constant parties, cookies, dinners, leftovers, and “special occasions” throughout the entire season. Even just a few days of overindulging can have real effects—not just on your waistline, but on other ways overdoing it can affect your body, as well.

Top 5 Tips for Keeping Your Hands Forever Young

You can make your face look younger with makeup, dye your hair to cover the greys but what can you do to improve the appearance of hands? Well, actually quite a lot if you start early! This may not be a huge concern when you’re 18 but believe me, when you pass 25, your concerns start to rise with every new spot and wrinkle. Of course it’s impossible to stay forever young, but there are plenty of things that can be done to prolong the youth of your hard working hands.

20 Healthy Holiday Food Swaps You Need To Try

Add these ingredients and cooking methods to your feast to enjoy those classic dishes the healthy way.

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Healthy holiday food swaps

Creamy, buttery foods have a way of creeping back into our diets during the holidays, so it's no wonder that the average American gains 1 to 2 pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day. And yeah, we know—there’s nothing like your mom’s green bean casserole or pumpkin pie to satisfy your comfort food cravings. Still, there are tiny tweaks you can make to your menu that cut calories and unhealthy fats without sacrificing taste. Registered dietitians and Health's food director reveal the ingredient swaps they use to transform diet disasters into healthy, yet flavorful holiday meals.

A Super-Early Dinner Can Burn More Fat, Study Finds

This type of intermittent fasting boosted metabolism and cut cravings—but at least one expert has her doubts.

Eating all your meals within a six-hour window sounds like some sort of fad diet (and a recipe for midnight fridge raids). But new research study suggests that having your dinner before 2 p.m.(!)—or skipping it entirely—actually reduces hunger cravings and boosts fat burn. Before you sign on for the super early–bird special, however, here’s what you should know.

How To Stop Biting Nails – The SoNailicious Way

A few months ago, a reader asked me if I had any tips on how to stop biting nails. As a reformed nail biter, a rush of memories flooded my mind. Although I could bite my nails so neat and straight you’d never guess it wasn’t scissors, the downside was short, damaged nails. Of course, I tried hard to overcome the habit. There were endless treatments, parental punishment and flak from my friends but nothing worked. Until one day, I had an epiphany and I decided to end this habit once and for all.

Going Gray in Your 20s? This Is Probably Why

Some of the causes of gray hair have nothing to do with your genes

Hate to break it to you, but some day, you're going to start sprouting white hairs (that is, if you haven't already). Most people spot their first silvery strands in their 30s, but when exactly you go gray boils down to your ethnicity—Caucasians tend to do so earlier than African Americans, for example—and your family history. 

7 Surprising Foods to Combat Colds

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Runny nose, congestion, sore throat, sneezing. Yep, sounds like it could be a cold. While cold symptoms vary (and can also include headaches and fever), all colds are respiratory infections caused by more than 200 possible viruses. With so many viruses waiting to take hold, another way of thinking of it is that a cold is caused by a weak immune system that allows the virus to set in. “There’s no magic superfood for combatting the common cold. However, there are numerous foods and nutrients that can play helpful roles in prevention or treatment of it. This lends support to the popular nutrition approach of enjoying a variety of foods,” says Jackie Newgent, RDN, chef, nutritionist and author of “The With or Without Meat Cookbook.” From sardines to mushrooms to wine -- try including a variety of these seven foods in your diet to maintain (or regain) a healthy immune system.

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You May Need to Replace Your Sunglasses More Often Than You Think

Are your sunglasses protecting your eyes from damaging UV rays? If you have had your current shades for a while, the UV protection may be fading, researchers say.

Even if you love your current sunglasses, you still might need a new pair of shades. It seems sunglasses’ UV protection may deteriorate over time, and current industry tests are not sufficient for determining how long it’s safe to wear them, according to a study from Brazil.

Most Brazilians wear the same pair every day for about two years, the study notes, yet it has not been proven that lenses maintain the same level of protection after that type of exposure to ultraviolet radiation. The findings may have implications for the sunglass industry in the United States, as well. There is no current recommendation for when, exactly, people should retire their old pairs—and protecting eyes from the sun is important anywhere in the world, as UV exposure can lead to cataracts, retina damage, and other long-term eye problems and vision loss.

Black is Back!

Black is back and it’s hotter than ever. You can wear it on your lips, nails or both. I’ve been a fan of black lips ever since I started wearing makeup. I even recall using black pencil to get the black lip look that matched my black nails when I was in high school and then getting detention for “inappropriate behavior”. Alas, my teachers could not foresee that 20 years later, black lipstick would return.

8 Subtle (and Oh-So Simple!) Nail Art Designs

Your nails don't have to be complicated to make your hands pop.

  

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Pastel Diagonals

Bright colors doesn't have to mean crazy nail art. This tutorial uses two seasonal shades, peach and lavender, to create a gorgeous yet delicate look.

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How to Apply Highlighter Like a Pro for Perfectly Glowy Skin

Highlighting is a simple way to perk up your whole face and get a gorgeous glow. Celebrity makeup artist Mally Roncal shows you the tricks to rocking the trend.

"Highlighting (or strobing) makes your skin look better, younger, plumper, smoother," says celebrity makeup artist and Mally Beauty founder Mally Roncal, who has worked with stars like Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer Lopez, and Heidi Klum.

This Is What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Exercising

Here are all the ways your health suffers within the first two months of not working out. 

There comes a point in almost every fitness lover's life when they consider throwing in the towel after a workout—both figuratively and literally. Blame it on your looming work deadlines, or the stubborn needle on the scale, or even just plain old boredom.

Can Cleansing Conditioner Really Cause Hair Loss?

As a $26 million settlement over Wen hair products moves forward, we asked dermatologists to weigh in on the safety of cleansing conditioners in general.

Last year, a group of 200 women in 40 states filed a class action lawsuit alleging the cleansing conditioner from Wen by Chaz Dean caused scary side effects, from scalp irritation to hair loss.

This past Monday, a federal judge in Los Angeles gave preliminary approval to a $26.3 million settlement for the suit against celebrity stylist Chaz Dean and Wen distributor Guthy-Renker. If approved by a United States district judge, customers who had adverse reactions could receive up to $20,000.

Those Facebook Bullies May Be Boosting Your Risk of Depression

Social media attacks have 'real emotional consequences,' researchers say

THURSDAY, Sept. 15, 2016 (HealthDay News)—Negative experiences on Facebook can increase the odds of depression in young people, a new study found.

"It's important that people take interactions on social media seriously and don't think of it as somehow less impactful because it's a virtual experience as opposed to an in-person experience," said study author Samantha Rosenthal. She is an epidemiology research associate at Brown University's School of Public Health in Providence, R.I.

Your Long Commute Is Making You Gain Weight

A new report sheds light on how your daily trek to work can affect your waistline, stress levels, and more.

Getting from your home to your office and back again is a major part of daily life, but the act of commuting may be even more important than we realize. According to a new report, longer commutes may be detrimental to your health.

Another Good Reason to Work Up a Sweat

New research indicates a hormone released during exercise actually stops new fat cells from forming.

    

Exercise does more than just tone muscle and burn calories in the moment: New research shows that a hormone released during exercise actually helps the body shed fat and keep it off.

The hormone, called irisin, has been shown to play a role in transforming energy-storing white fat cells into energy-burning brown fat cells—a process scientists call “browning.” Now, University of Florida scientists say that irisinhelps inhibit the formation of new fatty tissue, as well.

These findings highlight a new and additional benefit of physical activity, said co-author Li-Jun Yang, MD, a professor of hematopathology in the University of Florida College of Medicine, in a press release, because irisin levels are believed to surge when the heart and other muscles are exerted. (In addition to exercise, studies show that shivering can trigger irisin production, as well.)

When You Skip Sleep, You Eat 300+ More Calories the Next Day

Need motivation to get to bed earlier? Researchers have calculated the precise effect of sleep deprivation on calorie consumption.

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Have you ever noticed that the less you sleep, the more hungry you feel the next day? Research suggests that this is indeed true. But you might not realize how many extra calories you’re taking in (spoiler: it's more than you'd think).

The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Contouring and Strobing!

Contouring and highlighting go hand in hand, and they can be thought of as the two principal ingredients in a cake that just won’t sit well without each other. Before you begin, we must tell you that there is a fine matted line between playing up your best features and caking your face with bronzer and powder. You need to understand that perfect contouring is the art of subtlety, and it allows you to chisel out your cheekbones, give your nose a slimming effect and sculpt your face for a camera ready moment.

10 Bad Habits That Drain Your Energy

Are you tired of being tired? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans report feeling tired during the day. In most cases, this issue can be attributed to lifestyle factors. Here are ten bad habits that drain your energy.

10 Low-Carb Breakfasts That Will Fill You Up

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Are you cutting down on carbs? If you’re focused on building or maintaining muscle, you may be interested in upping protein rather than carbohydrates as the base of your breakfast. Plus, if you tend to overeat carbs later in the day, it can be a good idea to start with a low-carb breakfast. Whatever your reasons, you’ll love digging into any of these 10 tasty dishes. Each provides about 20 grams or less total carbohydrates. Eggs are definitely a mainstay of the carb-friendly breakfast, and you’ll find four intriguing egg options here. But you can keep your carbs in check without eggs by picking any of the other recipes, which range from savory yogurt preparations to vegan hash.

11 Essential Yoga Poses Everyone Should Practice

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Ancient yoga tradition describes thousands -- and by some accounts, tens of thousands -- of yoga postures. But chances are, with your likely packed schedule, fitting in enough time to practice even a fraction of those postures is nearly impossible. Most of us, however, can find 10 minutes a day in a quiet place to practice a few of them. In fact, even 10 minutes a day can help you reap the benefits of yoga, including increased strength and flexibility, more energy, improved respiration, enhanced cardiovascular and circulatory health, improved sports performance, injury prevention and lower stress levels. You can always progress to include more and different poses in your practice, but start by doing these 11 essential poses, and then add to your asana arsenal as time and your body allow.

How to Use Tea Tree Oil for Yeast Infections

Tea tree essential oil is one alternative treatment for vaginal yeast infections. Tea tree oil, which has antibacterial and antifungal properties, work to fight different types of yeast infections. A 2006 study in "BMC Infectious Diseases" by Fracesca Mondello et al found terpinen-4-ol, an ingredient in tea tree oil, effective against vaginal yeast infections in rats. Researchers noted that tea tree oil could possibly be a treatment method for C. albicans vaginal infections. Choose one of the numerous methods using this essential oil for yeast infections. Speak to a certified aromatherapist on the proper ways to use essential oils and consult a doctor on the best treatment method for your yeast infection.

How to Make My Nails Grow Faster & Stronger

If you've always envied women with long, natural fingernails, make your fantasy of having beautiful nails a reality. Your nails may break after they reach a certain length because they lack moisture or are too weak to grow any longer. If your nails are opaque in color, pitted or curl at the ends, consult a doctor-- your symptoms may be the sign of a vitamin deficiency or illness. Otherwise, you can strengthen your nails at home if your doctor approves. Toss those acrylic fingernails and grow your own strong and healthy nails.

How to Make Your Hair Super Shiny When You're Air-Drying

You don't have to settle for a lackluster air dry thanks to these stylist-suggested tips.

I’m on the following life kicks: attempting to cook, lifting weights, arranging flowers (don’t ask), and almost exclusively air-drying my hair. The latter is mostly because I don’t feel like standing in a steamy locker room post-workout and sweating it out under a blow-dryer, and also just because I like sleep. The lack of heat tools in my routine has actually taught me to embrace and enjoy my natural texture, but I’m not going to lie, I miss the super shine that comes with an indulgent, cuticle-sealing blowout. 

Grow Healthy and Strong Nails

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Healthy nails are sign of good over all health. Our nails are made up of protein called Keratin. Dry, weak and brittle nails are sign of any internal deficiencies. The colour of your nails also indicates you internal health. That’s why taking good care of your health is important along with your body care. Also, your hands  give an overview of your personality. Therefore you should take good care of your nails.

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Here’s New Proof That Not All Fats Are Bad For You

Eating fat is not bad for your health if you’re opting for the right kinds, a new study suggests.

In the new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, researchers looked at the diets of about 126,000 people who were enrolled in two large studies and followed for up to 32 years. The researchers documented the types of fat people ate at the start of the study every two to four years after that.

Recent science has been showing that the standard advice to avoid fat may be misguided, and while there’s still some debate over how healthy certain fats are compared to others, the picture is becoming more clear. The new study added to that knowledge, finding that eating more polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids was linked to a lower risk of death, while eating more trans fat and saturated fat was associated with a higher risk of death. Compared to overall carbohydrate consumption, eating more saturated fat was linked to a small increase in total mortality, but was not linked to a higher risk of death from heart disease.

Weight Loss and Water Consumption Appear to Be Linked

Researchers are not sure why, but another study links low water consumption to obesity

The average American doesn’t drink nearly enough water—only 4 cups a day, by some estimates. At the same, high obesity rates here have barely budged, despite a continued focus on diet and physical activity.

Some researchers don’t think that’s a coincidence. “There’s so much focus on food and exercise, but so much more than just food and exercise goes into weight,” says Dr. Tammy Chang, assistant professor in the department of family medicine at the University of Michigan medical school.

Could the amount of water people drink have any link to their weight? In a new study published in theAnnals of Family Medicine, Chang and her colleagues wanted to find out, so they used recent data from about 9,500 adults enrolled in the National Health and Nutrition Examination survey (NHANES), a nationally representative sample of what Americans are eating. The data also included information about how hydrated they were, measured by the concentration of people’s urine.

How to Eat More Vegetables and Less Meat in 3 Weeks

Go more veggie! Switch to a flexitarian diet and cut down on how much meat you consume in just three weeks with our easy plan.

Cutting down on animal protein does more than slash calories—it lowers your cholesterol and blood pressure, as well as your risks of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. The vegetables, legumes, and whole grains that will replace the meat help shield you from developing these chronic diseases, too. “Plants are nature’s pharmacy,” says Kate Geagan, RD, author of Go Green Get Lean ($5, amazon.com). “They’re brimming with protective nutrients and antioxidants that you just can’t get from animals.” You don’t have to go full vegetarian—our plan ups your plant protein without depriving you of that Saturday-night steak. 

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dead Skin Cells

Skin, the body’s largest organ, constantly sloughs off dead cells. This gives way to new, living cells that move up from the lower layers. This continual renewal keeps the skin looking younger, smoother and more radiant.

With age, this natural skin cycle slows down, which can result in an accumulation of dead skin cells on the outer skin layer.

This buildup makes your skin appear dull and darker, and leads to blemishes and more fine lines.

SIZZLING CILANTRO LIME CLEAN EATING FAJITA SALAD

• This is really good with grilled chicken breasts
• What we end up doing a lot for family parties is we grill both chicken tenders and chicken thighs after we marinade the meat. While it’s grilling, we cook the veggies in the oven so we can cook lots at a time and not have to watch them so much. We just put them on a 9×13 pan or cookie sheet, drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt.

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Top 10 Vitamins for Women

Today’s women are health-conscious and prefer to follow a healthy diet plan. A healthy diet plan is one that includes the right combination of vitamins. Women of every age, weight and activity level need to consume a wide variety of vitamins to have optimal health and prevent different types of health problems.
Vitamins are organic compounds that help different parts of the body function properly. Each of the different vitamins performs a specific function. A deficiency of needed vitamins can contribute to some serious health problems. This is why it is essential to get vitamins from the foods you eat or, if necessary, from vitamin supplements.

Here are the top 10 vitamins for women.

11 Dieting Tips That Show Results in a Week or Less

Don't get me wrong—I totally believe in the long-term power of a clean diet and plenty of exercise. I trust that when it takes a long time to see results, you're doing things properly. BUT a little instant gratification never hurt anyone. I am a New Yorker, after all—we like things fast and efficient.

TODAY'S BEAUTY SECRET. TAYLOR SWIFT SHOWS OFF HER NEW CHOP

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BAZAAR's beauty expert reveals the tricks and must-have products behind the prettiest hair and makeup looks on the red carpet. Plus, see all the beauty secrets from Summer 2016 here.

Diet and Exercise Work for Weight Loss, Even If You Have the ‘Obesity Gene'

A new study found the gene had no effect on how well people responded to weight loss plans.

Time to scratch another excuse off the list of reasons you can't lose weight: According to a new study, improving diet and getting more exercise helps people lose weight—regardless of their genetic makeup.

The real reason Angelina and Brad are getting a divorce

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt broke hearts the world over when Jolie filed for divorce on Sept. 19, 2016. The couple have been together 12 years, though only married for two, and share six children. On top of that, they were the most beautiful pairing on the planet. Jolie wasn't messing around with the split, hiring celebrity divorce lawyer Laura Wasser to rep her—the same lawyer who represented Johnny Depp in his ugly divorce from Amber Heard. This means it's serious.

What happened? Here are a few reasons why Brangelina may have fallen apart.

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This Little Chanel Shoe Won Fashion Month

Street style dominance.

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Each season, there's one accessory that seems to capture the street style zeitgeist.

How To Apply Gel Couture by Essie

The collection of 42 new shades seamlessly blends technical innovation and incomparable style that is always in season

Making its official debut at Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas, Gel Couture by Essie is the brand’s long-lasting lacquer line that offers up to 14 days of staying power. The collection of 42 new shades seamlessly blends technical innovation and incomparable style that is always in season. Follow these steps to see how Essie’s director of education Gino Trunzo applies the fashionable polish line crafted to last.