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Permanent Ink and Pain: Tattoo Quiz
Thinking of professing your Valentine's Day love with a tattoo? You might want know a thing or two about the pain association with getting permanently inked — love can hurt. Plus, you might run into an unfortunate and unexpected break up and have to fancy some maneuvering a la Johnny Depp and his "Winona Forever" tattoo.
Anatomy of a Tattoo
I am ever curious about how the human body works, and recently I pondered the permanence of tattoos. Skin is always shedding layers of dead cells (especially if you exfoliate), so how can a tattoo remain year after year?
Let's start at the beginning with how a tattoo is created.
Get Physical: Give Blood, Give Life
Blood donations are always needed by the American Red Cross. For most people, it's really not a big deal to give, but it can mean life to someone in need. So why not bring your significant other with you, and you'll be making a difference together.
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Are Henna Tattoos a Health Risk?
Summer festivals are in full swing, and one thing I see at many of them is women applying Henna tattoos. Also known as Mehndi, these tattoos are not actually permanent and only last between one and three weeks, depending on your skin and the quality of the henna. The tattoo is applied in the form of a paste that looks like chocolate frosting made by grinding up dried leaves from the henna plant and is mixed with water, lemon, and essential oils.
Dealing With Rude People at the Gym
Working out is supposed to relieve stress and calm your nerves, but when I have to deal with rude people while trying to work out, it really aggravates me. If you find yourself putting up with inconsiderate and disrespectful fellow gym-goers, here is some advice from other FitSugar readers.
- Syako says, "Usually I just ignore things that aggravate me or I find rude."
- "People are quite often rude in my gym.
Lauren Conrad's Life Shapes Up Beyond The Hills
Lauren Conrad's tale proves that moving on and letting go make for a healthy life. The former star of The Hills has not only embraced love with the actor Kyle Howard, but healthy eating is a staple of her new life, too. Gone is the worry of what others think and the junk-food cravings.
Spring Running Essential: Arm Warmers
Spring weather is unpredictable, which means layering is important. When headed out for a long run, you can wear a tank but keep your arms covered with arm warmers. No longer just for the legs, or the dancers, arm warmers are a great accessory for runners and cyclists alike.
What to Expect When Giving Blood
If you're a healthy young woman, why not spread the health by donating blood? It's an easy way to give back to the community and maybe even save someone's life. According to the Red Cross, someone in the US needs blood every two seconds, yet only 5 percent of eligible adults donate annually.
Halloween Survival Tip: Healthy Handouts
I put off buying Halloween candy until the last minute, but there really is no reason you have to hand out sugar bombs candy to all those trick-or-treaters. There are plenty of other options out there, and in my experience plenty of kids love filling their goodie bags with variety of stuff, not just sweets. If you're still trying to figure out what you're going to pass out to the costumed kiddies tomorrow night, check out this list for some healthy options.
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