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Ideal Weight for Older Women

Gaining weight is easy, but losing it is tough, and keeping the weight off is the biggest challenge of all. The number of calories a woman needs varies depending on her age and activity level. Women between the ages of 23 and 50 generally need to consume from 1,700 to 2,200 calories each day to maintain their current body weight and energy levels. Older women require fewer calories.

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The “Sum” of Education in America is NOT Adding Up!

On my day off from my Manny gig I went to the movies and watched Waiting For Superman. This film was amazing. It had all the components to a major blockbuster. Love, loss, humor, suspense, etc. But unlike most Hollywood blockbusters it did not have a huge budget, special effects, and the biggest name in the cast was that of Davis Guggenheim.

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Diets to Lose Weight Fast From Home

Many women, including mothers, want to lose weight. The stress of parenting, time constraints and pregnancy can all lead to excess weight. With the many different diets and advertisements, choosing a good diet plan can be confusing. Although diet support groups offer menus, consultations, food items and encouragement, dieting at home can save both time and money. Although rapid weight loss may lead to health problems, a nutritious diet plan can help you lose weight quickly and safely, allowing you to look and feel your best.

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The Best Topical Acne Treatments

Commonly called pimples or zits, acne is a skin condition that causes whiteheads, blackheads and inflamed red lesions. Clogging of the skin pores can lead to acne. Acne affects teenagers and grownups in their 30s and 40s, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). You may have it when you were young and probably still have it today. Do not despair; you can help alleviate the problem by using some of the best available topical treatments.

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Signs You’re Having a Baby Boy

Some couples decide to wait until their baby is born to find out its gender. However, according to information published on pregnancyinfo.net, surveys suggest that more than 50 percent of couples expecting babies want to know a child’s gender before the infant is born. If you are wondering whether that little baby inside your tummy might be a boy, you can resort to traditional folklore methods or rely on more scientific means for an answer.