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10 Minutes to Uber-Immunity!

As my 46th birthday approaches, in many ways I feel healthier than I did when I was 22. No, I can’t stay out till 4am and go to work the next day. Nor can I eat whatever I want and weigh 10 pounds less than I do now. Yet despite being healthier in many ways, I’ve been getting some bug or another every year for the last few years — and it knocks me out for days. This after not being sick for almost 20 years! What’s the deal?

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How to Celebrate St. Paddy’s Day With Kids

Grab your green shirt and get ready to have a day of fun. Spending St. Paddy’s Day with the kids is a great way to make lots of new family memories! The specific activities you do with the kids doesn’t really matter, as long as you’re having fun together. Check for community events related to St. Patrick’s Day that you can integrate into the plans for the day. And don’t forget to involve your kids in the planning process so they can pick a favorite activity!

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How to Get Rid of Post-Baby Belly

Even if you keep your pregnancy weight gain under control, you may find that you’re left with a post-baby belly. Some of this is loose skin; only time and genetics will help correct that. Muscle weakness and fat can also contribute to your not-so-flat tummy. Incorporate a plan for your belly into your post-partum diet and fitness regimen. While we won’t promise that your life or your belly will ever be the same, you can regain a toned tummy.

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Examples of Calorie-Based Diet Programs to Lose Weight

While fad diets offer weight loss solutions that cut one food group or combine foods, the basic answer to weight loss involves cutting calories. You can use a calorie-based diet on your own or you can opt for a diet program that keeps a watch on caloric intake for you. Smart dieters choose healthy, high fiber foods to stay full and feel good while watching their overall calorie count.

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Teen Bedroom Colors

When decorating a teen bedroom, the color scheme sets the tone. A new neutral can serve as a mellow backdrop, while brilliant hues, patterns and contrasts bring the room to life. Teens often like trendy, bright or dramatic color combinations, so devote an accent wall or some key pieces in their favorite hues while keeping larger pieces neutral so that you do not need to repaint and purchase everything when your teenager’s tastes shift. In general, consider paint colors and finishes for the walls first, and then complement or accent with bedding, window treatments, floor covering, artwork and furnishings. Keep in mind that colors can also highlight design assets and camouflage design problems. Use lighter, cooler hues to give a bedroom interior the illusion of more volume, and warmer, more intense hues to make the space feel more intimate.