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Sprucing Up for Fall
by WiredBerries Editors
It's fall--time to upgrade from beachy feet and ponytails to gorgeous knee-high boots and a polished look. One of the best ways to head into the fall fashion season with...READ MORE

Going for the Schoolgirl Look
by WiredBerries Editors
The air is getting crisp and cool, the leaves are starting to change; it's that time of year again--time to head back to school! If the thought of cramming for...READ MORE

How to Tackle Intimidating Health Goals
by WiredBerries Editors
It's easy to get militant on yourself when you want to drop a dress-size, but taking things too seriously may do more harm than good says fitness expert Allison Chopra...READ MORE

The Power of Pampering
by WiredBerries Editors
A recent study found that 60% of emergency room nurses surveyed suffered from moderate to extreme anxiety. Not so surprising considering they literally deal with life and death situations every...READ MORE

The Modern Perils of Artificial Beauty
by WiredBerries Editors
A study conducted at Florida State University offers some insights into how the modern phenomenon of "photo-doctoring" can harm self-esteem and relationships. Jon Maner, assistant professor of psychology at FSU,...READ MORE

Women's Health Most at Risk from Being Sleep Deprived
by WiredBerries Editors
New research reveals that women's health is surprisingly more at risk from sleep deprivation than men's. The researchers found that the women in the study group who slept only 5...READ MORE

Can Vitamin C Keep the Big "C" at Bay?
by WiredBerries Editors
Nearly 30 years ago, Nobel laureate Linus Pauling controversially suggested that vitamin C supplements could prevent cancer. Many criticized his suggestion, but recently he received some posthumous validation. A team...READ MORE  |  COMMENTS (2)

The Dreaded Migraine--How to Prevent and Treat One
by WiredBerries Editors
Anyone who has ever suffered from a migraine can attest that they can be more than just a "bad headache." For nearly 30 million Americans, the relentless pain of a...READ MORE

Science Shares Some 'Juicy' Advice
by WiredBerries Editors
Juice has become a controversial topic, but recent studies have found that certain juices are linked with some very specific health benefits. While all fruit and vegetable juices have some...READ MORE

Should You Exercise Outside if Air Pollution is Heavy?
by WiredBerries Editors
It's good to exercise, but it's bad to breath in smog. So where do you draw the line between the risks and benefits? According to sports medicine specialist Gabe Mirkin,...READ MORE  |  COMMENTS (3)

Living Stress Free?
by WiredBerries Editors
There's not doubt about--there's more to do in life than there is time to do it. So how do you refocus, realign, and get back on track during a busy...READ MORE

A New Case For Calcium
by WiredBerries Editors
It seems there's always conflicting information when it comes to calcium supplements. They work. They don't work. Maybe they work. So what's the deal?...READ MORE

The Telltale Signs That You're About to Get Dumped
by WiredBerries Editors
Perhaps you or someone you know is in denial about a relationship--forward on this list as a subtle way to help her get a clue. Relationship expert Elina Furman, author...READ MORE

Great for Guacamole...and Preventing Cancer?
by WiredBerries Editors
Here's some welcome news--the latest research suggests that rich, tasty avocados are even better for us than we thought. Nutrients in avocados are able to thwart oral cancer cells, killing...READ MORE  |  COMMENTS (1)

Will Too Much Fruit Juice Make You Fat?
by WiredBerries Editors
In recent years, family physicians have been telling parents not to let their children drink too much fruit juice because of a supposed link to obesity. But now doctors are...READ MORE  |  COMMENTS (8)

The Power of Purple
by WiredBerries Editors
Anthocyanins, the compounds that give color to purple, red, and blue fruits and vegetables (some of which are also commonly used as food dyes) were recently found to slow the...READ MORE

A Healthy Trick--the "Balanced Plate"
by WiredBerries Editors
Research shows that more than 80% of heart disease can be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, exercising daily, not smoking, avoiding excess alcohol, and eating a healthy, balanced diet....READ MORE

The Best Place in the World to Live?
by WiredBerries Editors
For the second year running in their annual Quality of Life Index, International Living answers with France. The 10 ten include predictable mainstays such as the Netherlands, Switzerland, Denmark, and...READ MORE

The 411 on High-Fructose Corn Syrup
by WiredBerries Editors
Lately, High-Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is acquiring quite a rap sheet for the crimes it commits against the human body. Even so, HFCS is currently found in many foods and...READ MORE

Magic Fruit?
by WiredBerries Editors
Goji were once an unheard of Tibetan treat, but are fast becoming the superstars of berries. The tasty raisin-size fruits are chewy and taste like a cross between a cranberry...READ MORE  |  COMMENTS (1)