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Last week there was an announcement from a health advocacy coalition (funded by the fish industry) that urged expectant and nursing mothers to eat more fish (12 oz. or more) for the safety of their babies. They said that the Omega-3s in fish are far more important to consume and that you shouldn't really worry about mercury levels. The FDA and EPA however, are sticking to their stance. They Read more
Every three minutes another American is diagnosed with breast cancer. This statistic has inspired millions to participate in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Perhaps it will inspire you too. The 2 day, 39 mile walk raises money to allow "medically under served women and men to be treated giving them access to the care they require. And hard-working research teams will be powered by the funds Read more
You can't go on trial for cheating on your wife, but if it involves campaign finance abuse, you might face 30 years in prison. Former presidential candidate John Edwards is looking at 30 years behind bars and $1.5 million in fines for allegedly using unclaimed campaign funds to hide his mistress. During an emotional portion of the trial yesterday, about his late wife Elizabeth, his daughter Read more
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. From pouring on the olive oil like the Greeks to slashing stress like the Scandinavians, what we can learn from the happiest, slimmest, longest-living cultures around the globe. The secret to a long, healthy life in America? According to longevity researchers, it may be to act like you live somewhere else. It Read more
Since bursting on the scene in 2007's Superbad, Emma Stone has truly made a name for herself. Not only has she hosted Saturday Night Live twice, she's also been nominated for a Golden Globe and is currently receiving plenty of Oscar buzz for her turn in The Help. Now, Emma has a whole new role: a global ambassador for Revlon. But when it comes down to it, Emma is just as down to earth and awesome Read more
The news keeps getting worse for those of us chained to our desks — that simple act of sitting for hours at a time is doing us way more harm than good. In fact, sitting for prolonged periods of time is so bad for us that not even 30 minutes on the treadmill can counteract its effects (although it's better than nothing). Learn why sitting is detrimental to your health and you might just be Read more
It's a busy time for Jessica Simpson, whose newest beauty endeavor, BeautyMint, is launching Oct. 31. Jessica is the face of the new skin care brand, which was created with the help of celebrity esthetician Nerida Joy. The concept is simple: after you fill out a short online questionnaire about your complexion issues and goals, BeautyMint delivers a customized skin care regimen. "The questions Read more
Reese Witherspoon stopped by Heath Ceramics in West Hollywood yesterday and picked up her latest home goods purchase. It seems Reese is all about decorating these days, but she's also making time for important causes like breast cancer awareness. Last week Reese made a trip to the East Coast to participate in Avon's Walk for Breast Cancer, which raised more than $8 million for research, and while Read more
Reese Witherspoon picked up her daughter Ava from practice at LA's Griffith Park yesterday afternoon. It was a day of family for Reese, who spent Tuesday night out on the town with her friends. Reese toasted Jennifer Aniston at the Elle Women in Hollywood Event, joking that they like to "make out" on Saturdays after getting their nails done together. On a more serious note, Reese is lending her Read more
Whether you exercise because you want to lose weight, or are just trying to be as healthy as you can be, there are guidelines to follow that will help you get to where you want to be. And while diet plays a major part in a healthy lifestyle, exercising regularly is a major part of the equation. What's your workout goal? Read on to see how many hours you should be spending on moderate or vigorous Read more
