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Here's another reason we love Kate Winslet. The outspoken actress recently told the BBC that she has zero tolerance for the new downsized female body ideal. We all know that she loves her curves and now it seems she wants others to as well. She is quoted as saying "What I resent is that there is an image of perfection that is getting thinner and thinner...I hope that in some small way I'm 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
Although many diets suggest limiting fruit intake due to sugar and carb levels, fresh fruit is a low-cal source of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber. That said, there are still ways that eating fruit can lead to unwanted weight gain. Keep reading to see which ways to avoid eating fruit when looking to lose weight. Drinking It A medium orange contains 62 calories and 3.1 grams of fiber. On the Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! You’ve just been informed by your supervisor that you have a tidy bonus coming to you soon for all of your hard work this year. (And, of course, you totally deserve it.) But whenever a large sum of money falls in your lap, you need to have a plan for it, so you don’t wake up a month or two later and realize that it’s all Read more
Android 4.0, codename Ice Cream Sandwich, is set to be rolled out to Android lovers everywhere this November with the launch of the Galaxy Nexus phone, and all signs indicate that this is the best OS yet. The entire system has been revamped and refined, bringing some powerful apps, features, and functionality to the mix. Though there are plenty of new tidbits to learn about inside Android 4.0 Read more
The new 8MP iPhone 4S camera and all its accouterments — larger f2.4 aperture lens that lets in more light, zero shutter lag, face detection, editing features, and capable of 8-x-10 print sizes — may make you a one-stop camera photographer. The iPhone 4 is already the most used camera on Flickr, and after seeing these un-retouched pics of what the iPhone 4S can do, you might want to consider Read more
From margaritas to body shots, tequila has played an unforgettable role in America's drinking history. But let's face it: how much do you really know about this spirit? I'll be the first one to admit: I knew nada. So, instead of opting for one of the more advanced seminars on craft cocktail tools or artisanal gin cocktails at San Francisco Cocktail Week, I opted for a crash course on tequila Read more
Being a bride has gotten so much easier — at least the getting dressed part of things. A plethora of bridal shopping sites have popped up in the last few years, making the search for the perfect dress not just for you but for your bridesmaids and mom much more thorough. We're very excited to shop the brand-new bridal section from our sister site ShopStyle, which launched today and is devoted Read more
These days, so many activities are described as extreme, and unfortunately dieting is not exempt from this categorization. Two British journalists decided to explore the realities of extreme dieting by subjecting themselves to the techniques used by celebs, and they captured the highlights of their journey (or demise) on film for the BBC documentary Super-Skinny Me: The Race to Size Zero. To Read more
For last night's New York City premiere of Arthur, actress Greta Gerwig shined in an elegant, draped Narciso Rodriguez gown, and her bold orange lip color — Nars Heat Wave lipstick ($24) — along with her loose, wavy "undo" provided the perfect complements. The man behind the undo, Seiji for Sebastian Professional, crafted the look to work for the red carpet, as well as the afterparty. Find Read more
