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Hair Today: Low-Maintenance Locks that Look Hot Right Now
Flip through the pages of any high-gloss fashion magazine and youll see some great new cuts swinging from the heads of all the top models. But which styles are right for busy Modern Moms — multi-tasking women who need their tresses to look fabulous in five minutes or less? …
Low Carb Diets for Women
Diets falling into the low-carb category restrict carbohydrates in favor of protein. While the diet concept is the same, the specific food restrictions and plans vary between the major low-carb diets. Limited carbohydrate diets come with certain risks, including low dietary fiber and increased cholesterol if you eat food high in saturated fat. Discuss diet options with your physician, especially if you have preexisting medical conditions.
What Are the Best Low Carb Diets for Diabetics to Lose Weight?
Many people simply severely cut back their eating when they want to lose weight. Although this is not the recommended method for dieting, it can be effective, at least in the short term. Diabetics, however, are limited in how much they can cut back on their eating if they want to keep their blood sugar readings under control. When a diabetic wants to lose weight there are other, healthier options to choose from.
Home-Work: Get Your Home Maintenance Buttoned Up
When youre working, wrangling the kids, and generally living a full life, its easy to let taking care of your home fall to the bottom of the priority list. But you need to stay on top of your maintenance chores if you want to keep your home and all the good things in it functioning smoothly. As fall approaches, its time to start thinking about a top to bottom inspection to check for any damage and prepare for the upcoming cold, winter months.
How to Water, Plant & Grow Hibiscus
“Flamboyant” is the word most used to describe hibiscus, and for good reason. This low maintenance plant comes in every size and color imaginable. While it was originally found only in tropical climes it can now be grown in northern climates up to zone four (see zone map in Resources). Whether you plant it as a specimen, on the patio or in a hedge, hibiscus will thrive with the right conditions.