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Don't say we didn't warn you. Just as Silly Bandz became the jelly bracelets of 2010, SLAPlets ($6) are set to become the slap bracelets of 2011. Yes, this Summer's sure-to-be biggest wrist fad is taking yet another page out of mama's childhood jewelry box, only this time they're made of silicone and don't hurt quite as much! I distinctly remember my elementary school teachers banning the use of Read more
It's a pillow. It's a pet. And if you have a child under the age of 10, the plush toy is likely on his or her wish list. My Pillow Pets ($16-$25) are foldable stuffed animals that double as pillows and are moving from infomercials, mall kiosks, and craft fairs into many a tot's arms. With 33 plush characters, kids have plenty of options. Does your tot have this toy? Read more
It was reported that Angelina used African Ginger Root, Garlic Tea and Yoga to lose some extra pounds after giving birth. To find out if Ginger Root, Garlic and Yoga are the answer to all your weight loss dreams, read more Read more
There was a time when Gold's Gym was king and super-sized gyms dedicated to lifting weights and bodybuilding ruled the fitness world. But times have changed, and boutique gyms are now the latest and greatest. The trend now is to get a more personal touch out of a gym membership. This new-found individuality includes some definite perks such as: Knowing it's clean and professional Not always Read more
People are always on the hunt for the latest and greatest diet pill and quick-fix weight-loss program to help them shed pounds quickly. Some show results, others not so much, but in the end, we can all agree that fad diets aren't going anywhere anytime soon. How well do you know your fad diets? Let's find out and see! Take the Quiz Read more
If you thought our Guess the Fad Diet quiz was fun, wait until you take this one! These "As Seen on TV" gizmos will have you hooting and hollering — it's amazing what people will try to help them shed the pounds. Good luck and have fun taking a trip down memory lane. Question 1 of 7What is this? The Ab Rocker The Ab Circle The Ab Bender The Ab Disc Read more
Maxim just named Bar Refaeli the hottest woman alive, and we wholeheartedly support this choice! Not only is Bar a beauty, but her glow reigns from the inside out. She's no fan of fad diets, loves to live a healthy lifestyle, and understands the importance of indulgences every now and again. In honor of Bar's big news, we've rounded up some of her quotes on healthy living for your delight. Click Read more
The 1960s were an ever-changing time to be a woman — body image included. Until Twiggy hit the scene in the late '60s, women with bodies like Mad Men's Joan Holloway were prized for their ample bosoms and curvaceous frames. Matthew Weiner, Mad Men creator, even told the show's actresses to stop working out so they would look more realistic to the era. But the '60s was not without its Read more
There's a reason why they're called yo-yo: those diets that have you subsisting on just a few calories a day inevitably lead to ups and downs on the scale. A recent study backs up what many people who've struggled with weight loss already know: when researchers put dieters on a deprivation diet of about 500 calories, it worked at first, with study participants losing an average of 30 pounds over Read more
Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more
