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Diet Pill Recalls

The FDA routinely issues press releases announcing the recall of various weight loss supplements. In December 2010, the Authentic Formula Fruta Planta, an herbal weight loss supplement, was pulled from the market because it contained a controlled substance called sibutramine. However, this diet pill recall is one of only many issued by the FDA. You can’t really know what your diet pills contain because the majority of these are classified as dietary supplements — not drugs.

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A Comparison of Mineral Makeup

Mineral makeup is a popular alternative to traditional cosmetics. Mineral makeup combines just a few natural ingredients to make foundations, concealers, blushes, eyeshadows and finishing powders. Most mineral cosmetics are gentle and well-tolerated, even on sensitive skin. Not all mineral makeup is created equally, and some products may contain potentially irritating ingredients or may not provide the coverage you need.

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Does the Acai Berry Diet Work?

Numerous wondrous properties have been assessed to the mysterious, exotic acai berry, one of the more compelling being that it functions as a diet aid. Named by the Better Business Bureau as one of the “Top 10 Scams and Rip Offs of 2009,” an acai berry diet — whether you drink the juice or take the supplements — won’t result in weight loss.

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Lahaina, Maui

An article from Traveling Pat! Patricia is a regular contributor. She has an adventurous spirit with a love for travel. Follow along with Pat as her journey takes her around the world.   Today Patricia’s travels take her to Hawaii!! Enjoy! ♥Wendy Irene   Lahaina, Maui Floating along in our gi-normous white 96 Cadi, tropical […]

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The Best Stay-at-Home Mom Jobs

For many stay-at-home moms, working from home is the best of both worlds. Working from home allows moms to work their schedule around their children’s schedules and often eliminates the need and cost of childcare. Many stay-at-home moms want to work and contribute to their family’s income. Working from home allows them to do that. While many work-from-home job opportunities are fraudulent, there are some legitimate work-from-home opportunities. The best stay-at-home mom jobs offer tons of flexibility and an opportunity to earn a steady paycheck.