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'Tis the season for Hiking and trail running. There's a lot of beauty in these woods, but you got to be careful and avoid the poison ivy that lurks at the edges of the forest. Yes, it pays to know your enemy. First off, it is the uroshiol oil on the plant that is the culprit and creates the horrible itchy, blistery skin reactions associated with poison ivy. While some people don't have a Read more
Jake Gyllenhaal took a walk in NYC yesterday with his pregnant sister Maggie Gyllenhaal. The brother and sister duo are hanging around Maggie's home base as she and husband Peter Sarsgaard prep for the arrival of their second child. Pregnant Maggie Gyllenhaal and Peter just announced that they're expecting a daughter! The special delivery will make their older child, 5-year-old Ramona Sarsgaard, Read more
Photo: Camilla Salem Recently, we had the chance to spend some quality time with Italian charmer Fabio Viviani. After homemade pasta and cappuccinos for breakfast, and a series of hilarious one-liners, we grabbed a table at Casa Tua in Miami, and got to dishing. Even though he'd been out until 4 a.m. the night before, he had plenty to say about reality TV, the world of vegan cuisine, and his Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Business Insider story here on Savvy! Focusing on everything we lack, or lugging around a "scarcity mindset," is possibly the easiest way to wreck your finances. You'll be so focused on what you can't do, you'll miss out on key opportunities, says Toby Johnston, CPA and CFP with Mohler, Nixon and Williams in San Francisco, Calif. "When you think the pie Read more
Credit cards can be your best financial friend and your worst enemy. No matter how organized you are, staying within your limit, finding a card with a fair interest rate, and making payments is a monthly challenge. I get questions every day from readers about how to manage and navigate offers and keep your credit score sky-high. Here's a selection of my advice. When Should I Cancel My Credit Read more
It's almost Earth Day, so chances are you've been hearing the word "eco" so much that it almost loses its meaning. But when you shop consciously, it's about more than just reading a label. Knowing how your fitness wear is made and where it comes from can be just as important as sourcing your meal at a restaurant. The good news is that finding an eco-friendly fabric can also enhance your workout; Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! The internet. It’s our best friend and worst enemy, depending on the hour of the day and our frame of mind. It’s our ally when it comes to finding important info or Googling someone’s photo. But when it comes to procrastinating, getting sucked down a social media rabbit hole, or online shopping (and forget about reading Read more
Julia Roberts' house from Sleeping With the Enemy is for sale. — Hooked on Houses Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan shares 10 things to know about his business and career. — AT:NY Learn how to crochet a cozy for your coffee mugs! — Craftzine Make a cushion for your outdoor space without sewing. —DIY Life Find art for your everyday life in a great online store. — Shelterrific J'adore this Read more
I am a fan of snacking but also know that mindless snacking is enemy number one when trying to drop pounds or maintain a healthy weight. There are many tricks to keeping your munchies confined to reasonable portions: not eating chips directly out of the bag, not snacking while watching TV, setting snack times, etc. Here's a new trick to add to your arsenal for fighting unwanted calories: cut your Read more
Cheese glorious cheese — oh how I love thee. So it may not be the healthiest option to enjoy with crackers, sandwiches, and on nachos, but hey, it's not the enemy. For some cheese fun, try taking this cheese calorie quiz to see how much you know about your favorite cheeses. Take the Quiz Read more
