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Cars can be deadly in California, but not in the way you expect. Air pollution leads to more deaths than car accidents in two California regions. In addition to saving lives, bringing air pollution up to standards would save $28 billion each year in health care costs, missed work, and a loss of salary due to early death, according to a new study. Despite what this depressing reality may Read more
OK, so last week I told you about the top 10 cities with the MOST smog. It's kind of depressing, but good to know so we can do something about it. The good news is that smog levels across much of the country are lower than they were from 2003 to 2005, especially in the eastern U.S. Here are the top 25 cities with the cleanest air... Cheyenne, Wyo. Santa Fe and Espanola, N.M. Honolulu Great Read more
You have got to try this yoga pose: Extended Side Angle. Work your legs while stretching your side - it feels great. Today, May 5th is Pilates Day. Hopefully there is a studio participating near you so you can check out the method. If you are looking for a new suit, check out these sexy backs by Speedo. Evangeline Lilly's beauty is not Lost on us. Read what she does to keep looking so Read more
Ozone pollution, more popularly known as smog, is a big problem. Smog can inflame and damage the lining of the lungs, which can lead to swelling and restricted airways. Inhaling smog is like getting a sunburn on your lungs. This inflammation can lead to shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing and chest pain. It can also aggravate asthma and bring on attacks. According to the American Heart Read more
If you're getting in shape for a big event like a wedding, or want to look your best for bikini season, what you eat makes all the difference. Besides helping with weight loss, the right foods can also minimize bloating. Here's where asparagus comes in: this Spring veggie encourages colon health and also stimulates the growth of probiotics in the body. From breakfast to dinner, help give your Read more
It feels like just yesterday it was summertime in Mad Men world, but alas, we've already arrived at Thanksgiving. It's not exactly a celebratory episode: Betty's cranky about both her new diet and Don's new wife; Pete's still struggling to figure out his life; and Don and Ginsberg have a showdown at work. Roger, on the other hand, is still using his money to get everything he wants, which Read more
I've fallen in love with green, urban venue SmogShoppe in LA. But for those of you not planning on celebrating any events at the refurbished smog check center, there's still much to glean from this hidden gem. Take a cue in your own home from SmogShoppe's blend of vintage furniture and modern design with both industrial homages to the spot's past life and a smattering of desert-plant greenery. Read more
Buying groceries from the local Whole Foods or other health food store (like January Jones did last weekend) often means you're doing your body good. Once you're there, the choices you make may also do good for the planet. Follow these earth-friendly tips on your next grocery shopping trip. Choose an eco-friendly mode of transportation: Reduce smog-causing pollutants by walking, biking, Read more
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Five wedding gowns inspired by Oscar dresses — Glamour There's a new It urban venue in LA . . . with a swing! — The Wedding Chicks 40 ways to save on your wedding day — Equally Wed Minty-fresh ideas for your big-day color palette — The Bride's Guide A dreamy wedding photo shoot in Venice — Green Wedding Shoes This county-fair-themed wedding has a Ferris wheel! — 100 Layer Read more
