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What Causes Age Spots?

Members of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) say that age spots are almost always caused by exposure to the sun. The sun stimulates melanin production, and if we make a habit of being out in the sun too long unprotected, brown spots can appear on the skin when we get older. Skin receives more sun damage over time, increasing the likelihood of developing dark pigmentations later in life. While sunspots are common in individuals with fair skin, people with darker complexions can also develop age spots. There are steps that women can take to prevent age spots, but first we have to have a better understanding of the causes.

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Healthy Alternatives to Fast Food

Whether we’re talking hamburgers and French fries, roast beef sandwiches and fried cheese sticks, or fried chicken with gravy-slathered mashed potatoes, fast food is usually high in refined grains, high in carbs, high in fat (and not the good fats), high in sugar and high in sodium. The only thing fast food is low in, in fact, is nutrition. With the frenetic pace of modern living making it harder and harder to cook three meals a day, finding healthy alternatives to fast food becomes critical if you want to eat a healthy diet. Luckily, convenience food doesn’t need to be unhealthy. You can still eat healthy food when you’re on the go or in a hurry. You have two basic options: Pack some healthy food to take with you or stop somewhere. If you must go into a fast food restaurant, pick the pre-made salad. Otherwise, here are some ideas for healthy alternatives to fast food that are quick and easy.

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Jessica Albas New Routine: Resting and Nesting

Taking a break from acting has given mom-to-be Jessica Alba ample time to prepare for her baby’s arrival. “I’m not working so it’s been a good place to put all my energy — it’s been a nice distraction,” she told People magazine. “I’m used to having to be somewhere all the time, and it’s kind of the first time in my life where I really haven’t been working in a while, and now it’s just about the baby being healthy, the house being ready, and nesting, it’s really different.

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Celebumoms Smooth Skin Secret

Legend has it that supermodel Kate Moss, mom of Lila Grace, 5, showed up to a photo shoot after flying in on a red eye, looking so radiant that the fashion editor on set yelled, I want what shes got! What was Kates trick for her fresh face? Bioelements, a skincare line used by estheticians, spas, and celebs for the past 15 years. One of the lines specialties is keeping skin silky and smooth with its great moisturizers.