A new Canadian study suggests that the alcohol in the womb can alter a child's developing pain regulatory system.
"Our study had three key findings," Tim F. Oberlander, a professor in the developmental pediatrics division at the BC Children's Hospital, the Child and Family Research Institute and the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, said in a news release.
"First, in alcohol-exposed newborns, physiological responses to the heel lance, such as heart rate and parts of the nervous system that controls heart rate, were blunted or dampened compared to infants with little or no alcohol exposure," Oberlander said.
"Second, we observed that, in response to this painful event, the stress hormone cortisol decreased in exposed infants while [remaining] almost unchanged in our control group. Finally, we looked at behavioral responses. Using very specific measures of facial expressions ... we found no differences between the two groups. However, using a measure of behavioral responsiveness ... we found that the exposed infants were less aroused."
Researchers assessed 28 newborns -- 14 whose mothers drank heavily during pregnancy and 14 whose mothers were light drinkers or abstainers. The children exposed to alcohol in the womb showed a "blunted response" to painful heel-lance blood collection.
It's believed the blunted response seen in alcohol-exposed infants may result from the effects of alcohol on a child's developing pain regulatory system.
"What these findings mean for long-term development and behavior of children is unknown at this point," Oberlander said. "However, we do know that altered stress regulation early in life can set up risk and vulnerability for poor mental and physical health and social and academic failure across the life span. In this sense, we think our findings may reflect a first glimpse at how prenatal alcohol exposure might 'calibrate' or 'program' emerging stress systems in early life."
At last, for our children's health, pay attention to your habits and far away from the alcohol.
5/30/2010
Calvin Klein new design clothing debut in Singapore
At the former penitentiary (which closed last August) Calvin Klein's Global Creative Director, Kevin Carrigan presented their new design for Spring 2010 apparel and accessory.
Now Calvin Klein pushed the news when they are going to produced a fashion show at the Queenstown Remand Prison in Singapore.
The clothing was wearing on more than 20 models that strategically positioned on the linear platforms within the cell block of the former prison. On the interior and exterior walls and in the cells of the venue, which were a series of large-scale video installations featuring the Spring 2010 line. The clips were created by the Singaporean photographer and director Geoff Ang.
The actors Ethan Ruan, Allan Wu; the actress Cynthia Koh; as well as Ong Beng Seng & Christina Ong, Sharon Tan, Alicia Scanlon, Francesca Scarpa and Christine Pillsbury have attendding this fashion show .
Calvin Klein has also pledged their support to the Yellow Ribbon Project (YRP) which helps rehabilitate ex-offenders. Between January 22-24 and January 29-31, they will donate 20% of all the sales from their four free-standing stores in Singapore.
All appearance were looks extremly cool.
Now Calvin Klein pushed the news when they are going to produced a fashion show at the Queenstown Remand Prison in Singapore.
The clothing was wearing on more than 20 models that strategically positioned on the linear platforms within the cell block of the former prison. On the interior and exterior walls and in the cells of the venue, which were a series of large-scale video installations featuring the Spring 2010 line. The clips were created by the Singaporean photographer and director Geoff Ang.
The actors Ethan Ruan, Allan Wu; the actress Cynthia Koh; as well as Ong Beng Seng & Christina Ong, Sharon Tan, Alicia Scanlon, Francesca Scarpa and Christine Pillsbury have attendding this fashion show .
Calvin Klein has also pledged their support to the Yellow Ribbon Project (YRP) which helps rehabilitate ex-offenders. Between January 22-24 and January 29-31, they will donate 20% of all the sales from their four free-standing stores in Singapore.
All appearance were looks extremly cool.
5/27/2010
Big Size Model leading "V" magazine 2010 Spring Journal
Is the "thin" body has been Out, there are only plump become trendy? We have be seen in the January 14 issue of "V" magazine in the spring large tracts of several groups of magazines, but raises a big question mark. Models are complete disregard for what to wear for them, and it can only see that they are different and even some amazing "big size" tall!
In the lens of famous fashion photographer Terry Richardson, Karl Lagerfeld, and SoLVe Sundsbo, these "large" size models, who common to recognize and communicate the "big" women's beauty! Although classified as "one size fits all" and "This is the curve", "Coco a Go-Go" series photographic themes, but they are all, without exception, have created a fashionable topic: Size is not problem, everyone is beautiful!
"V" magazine in the spring journal
Theme: "one size fits all people" (One Size Fits All)
Photographer: Terry Richardson
Model: Jacquelyn Jablonski, and Crystal Renn
Stylist: Mel Ottenberg
Terry Richardson required two yards models to put the same number of clothing, to create the same shape, looks are same beautiful, it is really "one size fits all"
"V" magazine in the spring journal
Theme: "This is the Curve" (Curves Ahead)
Photographer: SoLVe Sundsbo
Model: Candice Huffine, Marquita Pring, Michelle Olson, Tara Lynn, Kasia P
Stylist: Nicola Formichetti
London's top photographers SoLVe Sundsbo directly to required the "big" size models to some bold appearance, as the Declaration "plump" is the true curve.
In the lens of famous fashion photographer Terry Richardson, Karl Lagerfeld, and SoLVe Sundsbo, these "large" size models, who common to recognize and communicate the "big" women's beauty! Although classified as "one size fits all" and "This is the curve", "Coco a Go-Go" series photographic themes, but they are all, without exception, have created a fashionable topic: Size is not problem, everyone is beautiful!
"V" magazine in the spring journal
Theme: "one size fits all people" (One Size Fits All)
Photographer: Terry Richardson
Model: Jacquelyn Jablonski, and Crystal Renn
Stylist: Mel Ottenberg
Terry Richardson required two yards models to put the same number of clothing, to create the same shape, looks are same beautiful, it is really "one size fits all"
"V" magazine in the spring journal
Theme: "This is the Curve" (Curves Ahead)
Photographer: SoLVe Sundsbo
Model: Candice Huffine, Marquita Pring, Michelle Olson, Tara Lynn, Kasia P
Stylist: Nicola Formichetti
London's top photographers SoLVe Sundsbo directly to required the "big" size models to some bold appearance, as the Declaration "plump" is the true curve.
Female stars' luxury and amazing cloakroom
Women's cloakroom plot seems to be innate, after all it is witness the beauty of a woman's life in the moment there. Can you imagine thousands of pairs of name brand high heels, hundreds of brand-name jeans neatly displayed in the locker room look like? This is not a luxury store, here is the gorgeous big wardrobe of female stars.
The U.S. hit TV series Gossip Girl wardrobe has a total value of approximately 12 million pounds of clothing. In the film in New York demonstrated the rich girl who has a well-known designer clothes, bags, jewelry, shoes and other accessories. Each quarter, starring Leighton Meester and Blake Lively dress goods are stored in an incredible 1500 square, high-five-storey building of the closet. Actor Chace Crawford said: "They often get lost in the closet, like a child into the candy shop, in fact, I'm afraid the time the trial has been scheduled for installation behind Blake, because I certainly would delay the next scene of the shooting, I suggest that they must give her to arrange enough time to play at Disneyland. "for the clothing stylist Eric Daman, it is need to take a long time arrangement for each scene clothing. He said: "We must be prepared for each role in at least five to six sets of clothes, need 80 sets of each season, and you must be from 500 to find out of this 80.
Now you can imagine the "Gossip Girl" wardrobe more luxury, right? To borrow the lines from "Sex and the City" : "if you love me, give me a big big cloakroom ... " read the Gossip Girl of the ultra-luxury cloakroom, you want to know Mariah Carey's more than 1000 pairs of shoes and how do display? Would like to know Fergie's "Fei Ji's Paradise" What is it like to do? With us to visit the Hollywood actress wardrobe, along with expose their fashion lifestyle.
Christina - Aguilera's wardrobe
Christina and her husband and 21-month-old son live in Los Angeles' bigger house, Just for shoes, it should install the two houses. A loaded ordinary high heels, boots another installation. "These were all brand names! Louboutin, McQueen, YSL ... " Christina are all proud to say that.
Niki - Hilton wardrobe
The Hilton's successor also as the designer Nicky Hilton grew up in a hotel, but now she said a large farm in the 1950s as "home." The figure is what she told us to show off her two special order, and filled with large designer brand clothing wardrobe. All of her shoes are classified in accordance with the brand, and she do not have to worry about friends or family members take those of the kids away, because her shoes is 10.5 yards. "My Manolo Blahnik shoes were all put together, Chanel together, Christian Louboutin put together." Nicky Hilton said.
In addition to more than 200 bags, Nicky Hilton pride was Roberto Cavalli to send her 24-year-old birthday gift: a butterfly beads mini-dress, "I was in Milan, He told me that I could pick one from his showroom what I want! "
Mariah Carey wardrobe
Five-Grammy Award winner Kelly at her home in Manhattan, New York 12,000 square feet of the apartment has an oversized closet. Although all of them are shoes, but the "butterfly" still complain about here can not accommodate all her shoes. "I have about 1000 pairs of shoes, but most of them stored up, due to insufficient release." Cloakroom is Kelly personally designed, and paint the white paint of the wooden floor, the mosaic pattern of gold leaf. "It's like Louis Vuitton (LV) of the same suitcase, so that the design will never be obsolete." Not many girls can fill their wardrobe, but Mariah Carey would be arrange her clothes by color, texture and special occasions more than stores by category. It is also very neat!
Paula Abdul's wardrobe
The reality show "American Idol" judge in San Fernando's Mediterranean-style villa has a 5,000-foot luxury changing rooms. In order to facilitate the selection, Paula Abdul will be paired with the clothes and jewelry compiled numbers labeled, so that she go on a trip or to participate in activities could quickly choose from them. Because petite, almost all of the shoes of Paula Abdul is high-heeled shoes. "In addition to exercise, I generally wear high heels total." Paula said, "but a comfortable pair of jeans, a nice belt and a leather jacket is my most needed."
Kimora Lee Simmons wardrobe
As the boss of Baby Phat, invincible rich Kimora is really to shock if open the wardrobe. Kimora Lee Simmons will be combined two bedrooms as her most extravagant wardrobe. "I want my wardrobe look like a boutique!" She said. The wardrobe stood more than 500 pair of jeans, 35 custom-made Hermes handbags and a series of expensive jewelry collection. Wardrobe with marble flooring material, Leopard carpet decorated, but also placed a mini bar and flat screen TV, this is just to set off her clothes. Everything inside her wardrobe is take pictures by the camera and stored in computer, so that she could easily find her want.
The U.S. hit TV series Gossip Girl wardrobe has a total value of approximately 12 million pounds of clothing. In the film in New York demonstrated the rich girl who has a well-known designer clothes, bags, jewelry, shoes and other accessories. Each quarter, starring Leighton Meester and Blake Lively dress goods are stored in an incredible 1500 square, high-five-storey building of the closet. Actor Chace Crawford said: "They often get lost in the closet, like a child into the candy shop, in fact, I'm afraid the time the trial has been scheduled for installation behind Blake, because I certainly would delay the next scene of the shooting, I suggest that they must give her to arrange enough time to play at Disneyland. "for the clothing stylist Eric Daman, it is need to take a long time arrangement for each scene clothing. He said: "We must be prepared for each role in at least five to six sets of clothes, need 80 sets of each season, and you must be from 500 to find out of this 80.
Now you can imagine the "Gossip Girl" wardrobe more luxury, right? To borrow the lines from "Sex and the City" : "if you love me, give me a big big cloakroom ... " read the Gossip Girl of the ultra-luxury cloakroom, you want to know Mariah Carey's more than 1000 pairs of shoes and how do display? Would like to know Fergie's "Fei Ji's Paradise" What is it like to do? With us to visit the Hollywood actress wardrobe, along with expose their fashion lifestyle.
Christina - Aguilera's wardrobe
Christina and her husband and 21-month-old son live in Los Angeles' bigger house, Just for shoes, it should install the two houses. A loaded ordinary high heels, boots another installation. "These were all brand names! Louboutin, McQueen, YSL ... " Christina are all proud to say that.
Niki - Hilton wardrobe
The Hilton's successor also as the designer Nicky Hilton grew up in a hotel, but now she said a large farm in the 1950s as "home." The figure is what she told us to show off her two special order, and filled with large designer brand clothing wardrobe. All of her shoes are classified in accordance with the brand, and she do not have to worry about friends or family members take those of the kids away, because her shoes is 10.5 yards. "My Manolo Blahnik shoes were all put together, Chanel together, Christian Louboutin put together." Nicky Hilton said.
In addition to more than 200 bags, Nicky Hilton pride was Roberto Cavalli to send her 24-year-old birthday gift: a butterfly beads mini-dress, "I was in Milan, He told me that I could pick one from his showroom what I want! "
Mariah Carey wardrobe
Five-Grammy Award winner Kelly at her home in Manhattan, New York 12,000 square feet of the apartment has an oversized closet. Although all of them are shoes, but the "butterfly" still complain about here can not accommodate all her shoes. "I have about 1000 pairs of shoes, but most of them stored up, due to insufficient release." Cloakroom is Kelly personally designed, and paint the white paint of the wooden floor, the mosaic pattern of gold leaf. "It's like Louis Vuitton (LV) of the same suitcase, so that the design will never be obsolete." Not many girls can fill their wardrobe, but Mariah Carey would be arrange her clothes by color, texture and special occasions more than stores by category. It is also very neat!
Paula Abdul's wardrobe
The reality show "American Idol" judge in San Fernando's Mediterranean-style villa has a 5,000-foot luxury changing rooms. In order to facilitate the selection, Paula Abdul will be paired with the clothes and jewelry compiled numbers labeled, so that she go on a trip or to participate in activities could quickly choose from them. Because petite, almost all of the shoes of Paula Abdul is high-heeled shoes. "In addition to exercise, I generally wear high heels total." Paula said, "but a comfortable pair of jeans, a nice belt and a leather jacket is my most needed."
Kimora Lee Simmons wardrobe
As the boss of Baby Phat, invincible rich Kimora is really to shock if open the wardrobe. Kimora Lee Simmons will be combined two bedrooms as her most extravagant wardrobe. "I want my wardrobe look like a boutique!" She said. The wardrobe stood more than 500 pair of jeans, 35 custom-made Hermes handbags and a series of expensive jewelry collection. Wardrobe with marble flooring material, Leopard carpet decorated, but also placed a mini bar and flat screen TV, this is just to set off her clothes. Everything inside her wardrobe is take pictures by the camera and stored in computer, so that she could easily find her want.
5/26/2010
2010 Milan Fashion Week Fashion doyen fight against Accessories
Milan Fashion Week 2010 performance is starts again, although the major brands energetically out all the tricks to attract eyeballs, but when you saw a lot about this, we always feel aesthetic fatigue, after dinner, share with the joy brought by dessert, after all, like Milan, the fashion has long been integrated into everyday life, the doyen have more taste beside the stage!
In this winter,do you have buy fur clothes? Even if the animal protection people how exhausting anymore, and for fur this element is still unable to eliminate from the fashion arena, after all, the people are able to give this beautiful from the heart is very limited community. The animal skins fur coats do not ever give us the share of high-profile, but low-key approachable luxury, it is worth starting.
If you think the color in the man world is only black and white ash. It would be too sad, and it never missed eye-catching colors in the streets of Milan, and this color is absolutely not just from women.
Many Asian women are excluded of this electric blue, because the state of the skin is very picky, if you are fair-skinned, elegant, then it may be to challenge, because such colors can take your to hell, and also it could take you into the clouds.
Want to be a street scene, in addition to the body color to be bold personality, the accessories are also required as part of your homework, this bag is definitely the finishing touch to simple dress, which is the first personality to be in this time!
Few people can wear tannin-colored shirt with the taste of gentleman, if you want to enter into the fashionable circles, this challenge is worth trying. The secret is that with adequate and style, but not dull coat, as well as those who are indispensable fashion sunglasses!
In this season the safest color is still black, but fashion people will match the black dress with the temptation of the red-lipped, please do not think the red lips are not suitable for you, I believe that you certainly will not use other colors to replace, after trying to use them.
It is sure that another secret of the black shape for balanced ,it is choose jump colors bags, this handbag is not only special shape, but also beautiful colors are very eye-catching, maybe you will not dare to try this color of the clothes, but the bags must not be miss!
It has been said that the men is good-looking more than women in Milan, the Italian handsome guy who had to admire modeling skills, with a simple scarf can be the style.
In this winter,do you have buy fur clothes? Even if the animal protection people how exhausting anymore, and for fur this element is still unable to eliminate from the fashion arena, after all, the people are able to give this beautiful from the heart is very limited community. The animal skins fur coats do not ever give us the share of high-profile, but low-key approachable luxury, it is worth starting.
If you think the color in the man world is only black and white ash. It would be too sad, and it never missed eye-catching colors in the streets of Milan, and this color is absolutely not just from women.
Many Asian women are excluded of this electric blue, because the state of the skin is very picky, if you are fair-skinned, elegant, then it may be to challenge, because such colors can take your to hell, and also it could take you into the clouds.
Want to be a street scene, in addition to the body color to be bold personality, the accessories are also required as part of your homework, this bag is definitely the finishing touch to simple dress, which is the first personality to be in this time!
Few people can wear tannin-colored shirt with the taste of gentleman, if you want to enter into the fashionable circles, this challenge is worth trying. The secret is that with adequate and style, but not dull coat, as well as those who are indispensable fashion sunglasses!
In this season the safest color is still black, but fashion people will match the black dress with the temptation of the red-lipped, please do not think the red lips are not suitable for you, I believe that you certainly will not use other colors to replace, after trying to use them.
It is sure that another secret of the black shape for balanced ,it is choose jump colors bags, this handbag is not only special shape, but also beautiful colors are very eye-catching, maybe you will not dare to try this color of the clothes, but the bags must not be miss!
It has been said that the men is good-looking more than women in Milan, the Italian handsome guy who had to admire modeling skills, with a simple scarf can be the style.
Burberry Sales in Asia Market Revenue Jumping 20%
As the largest luxury retailer in the UK, Burberry has proved so popular over the last few months and they recorded a 15% rise in revenue in the final quarter of 2009.
Angela Ahrendts, the chief executive officer for Burberry said: "With sales up 12% underlying in the third quarter, Burberry has delivered a strong performance in both retail and wholesale, as customers around the world responded positively to our collections, marketing and service initiatives."
Burberry fared well across all regions, but in particular retail/wholesale revenue for Europe went up 18% while Asia Pacific was at the head of the pack with a surge of 20%.
Dennis Weber an analyst with Evolution Securities said in a note to investors: "Burberry is beating its competitors on all counts and the trend is still getting better."
The total sales bounced to 380 million pounds, a significant increase compared with last year's accounts of 329 million pounds. As a result Burberry shares on the London stock exchange have sneaked up 4.4% and the checked trench coat makers predict pre-tax profits will reach the pinnacle of market expectations.
Angela Ahrendts, the chief executive officer for Burberry said: "With sales up 12% underlying in the third quarter, Burberry has delivered a strong performance in both retail and wholesale, as customers around the world responded positively to our collections, marketing and service initiatives."
Burberry fared well across all regions, but in particular retail/wholesale revenue for Europe went up 18% while Asia Pacific was at the head of the pack with a surge of 20%.
Dennis Weber an analyst with Evolution Securities said in a note to investors: "Burberry is beating its competitors on all counts and the trend is still getting better."
The total sales bounced to 380 million pounds, a significant increase compared with last year's accounts of 329 million pounds. As a result Burberry shares on the London stock exchange have sneaked up 4.4% and the checked trench coat makers predict pre-tax profits will reach the pinnacle of market expectations.
5/25/2010
Nine best globes hair and makeup for super star
Best fake-out style
Sandra Bullock is having a long hair moment, but you wouldn't know it from this chin-length look created by Frederic Fekkai celebrity stylist Adir Abergel. We love the unexpected asymmetrical cluster, and the way a single daring tendril added a playful, girlish touch.
Best pink lipstick
Pink lipstick can sometimes feel like an afterthought, but Olivia Wilde got the shade exactly right: A vivid peony hue with a satiny, opaque finish. (We also give extra points for earthy smoky eyes, and a glam '70s-inspired ponytail.)
Best frosty lips
Bohemian Kate Hudson is not one to layer on the makeup, but that doesn't mean she can't rock it out when she needs to. "Golden Globes makeup is all about the dress," said her makeup artist, Leslie Lopez. "When I saw Kate in her gorgeous white dress, I knew we had to go for sophisticated, pretty, and Grace Kelly-inspired look." The key to those radiant lips? Chanel Aqualumiere Sheer Colour Lipshine in Malta. "It's the perfect sheer and subtle peach," says Lopez.
Best up-do
Lea Michele has gorgeous raven hair-and tons of it. We love the way this low, textured updo, created by stylist Miok, showed-off that volume, rather than tucking it away. The off-the-neck cluster also showcased her sculpted cheeks and lush eyelashes; the deep side part added a retro twist.
Best jeweled accessory
We'll be honest-sometimes well-defined waves can feel too formal for our taste. Rose Byrne's waves were one part crimp and one part curl, with equal portions of softness and shape. The pin-straight part kept things from getting too unruly, and of course, her sparkly barrette was, ahem, icing on the cake.
Best colored shadow
Shots of color on the eyes always feels like a bold move, but not when you choose a soft and subtle lavender shade like Emily Blunt. "Emily wore a pink frilly dress, so we wanted the makeup to be beautiful, soft and feminine," says Dior makeup artist Jenn Streicher, who created the look. The makeup artist blended aubergine and silvery shadows around the star's eyes, followed with black mascara, and kept the lips a glossy, barely-there pink.
Best headband
A style as adorable as January Jones's is all about the prep-work. "I started by applying a small amount of Moroccanoil Oil Treatment to January's damp hair before blow-drying with a roundbrush," said her stylist, Mark Townsend. "It gives the hair an amazing shine and finish." He then gathered the hair into a French twist, pinned it in place, and finished with a wide satin headband. "I thought it added a chic, modern touch," says Townsend. We couldn't agree more.
Best rosy cheeks
Christina Hendricks's look was a study in contrasts: shiny strawberry lips paired with bare eyes, sheer stained cheeks on top of matte alabaster skin. The overall result? Ultra-feminine and timelessly appealing.
Best classic look
Drew Barrymore is the ultimate beauty chameleon-raspberry lips, sooty eyes, black tips, anyone? But this look created by makeup artist Debra Ferullo was clean, precise, and every bit as striking as even her wildest risks. We love the understated sophistication of minimal eye makeup, fresh porcelain skin, and silky, rosy lips.
Lush lashes, beachy waves, and pink lips — Rolex replica watch store picks the show’s very best looks. Which one would you like ?
115-Year-Old Motorcycle fetch up to £60,000
One of the first motorcycles ever built is to be auctioned by Bonhams. The historic piece of kit was built by Hildebrand & Wolfmuller in Munich around 1895, and it is expected to fetch up to £60,000.
A spokeswoman for Bonhams described it as "the find of the decade." She added: "This wonderful machine represents the ultimate acquisition for the serious private collector or any museum devoted to the history of powered transport and is estimated at £40,000 – 60,000."
With a top speed of 30mph, critical opinion suggests perhaps only 800 of them were ever made. It was large engined for its time and could produce 1488cc.
Fascinatingly, it was the first bike to ever attract the label of 'motorcycle', which stems from the German word 'motorrad'. The contraption was last ridden way back in the 1930s.
A spokeswoman for Bonhams described it as "the find of the decade." She added: "This wonderful machine represents the ultimate acquisition for the serious private collector or any museum devoted to the history of powered transport and is estimated at £40,000 – 60,000."
With a top speed of 30mph, critical opinion suggests perhaps only 800 of them were ever made. It was large engined for its time and could produce 1488cc.
Fascinatingly, it was the first bike to ever attract the label of 'motorcycle', which stems from the German word 'motorrad'. The contraption was last ridden way back in the 1930s.
5/24/2010
Chanel Japanese samurai armor! Who will come to try this jersey ?
Chanel Japanese samurai armor
As long as wearing Chanel Japanese samurai armor, even crush the enemy on the battlefield, you can show off yourself superior social status and fashion tastes slightly! Tetsuya Noguchi is quite humorous,right? The "Jersey" made by resin, cloth, glass and cashew nut varnish as material.When put on the body, the horror feeling is absolutely catching up Lady Gaga! And in fact really it is selling now! Who will come to try?
Japanese contemporary artists Tetsuya Noguchi with Japanese Shogunate era of samurai armor-inspired, strong join to the French luxury brand Chanel. Of the Logo, with fragrant family's "double C" to replace the samurai family crest, together with cute pair of rabbit ears, creating this set of "fighting fashionable clothing", it is help laughing!
The "Jersey" was made by resin, cloth, glass and cashew nut varnish as material,if put on the body, the horror is absolutely catching up Lady Gaga! And in fact really is selling! Who will try?
Wear this armor, this grandfather is quite funny,right?
Workmanship is not simple.
Correct your 6 Health Mistakes
The little things you can fix right now to keep your body healthy and happy in the long run.
MISTAKE 1: Quitting antidepressants cold turkey.
Maybe you're feeling good again, but abruptly abandoning them could saddle you with flulike symptoms, insomnia, nausea, and a blue mood for at least a week — a problem called "discontinuation syndrome."
THE SOLUTION: Don't give up. "If you're feeling better, it means your antidepressant is working," says Dr. Nada Stotland, president of the American Psychiatric Association. If you must stop, alert your doc and taper off slowly (e.g., reduce your dose by one-fourth every two weeks). And if depression creeps back at any point, resume your full medication.
MISTAKE 2: Dropping pounds with diet drinks.
A University of Texas Health Science Center study found that people who sipped one diet soda a day for seven years were 41 percent more likely to be overweight than non-soda drinkers. The reason: Diet drinks often lead to overeating as people "spend" the calories they just saved on a second slice of pizza or a cookie. There's also evidence that artificial sweeteners may whet your appetite for more sweets.
THE SOLUTION: Sip water, coffee, or unsweetened tea. If you crave a sweet taste, add a half teaspoon of sugar (just 7 calories) or natural agave syrup (10 calories) to coffee or tea. If plain water is too bland for you, try a flavored unsweetened water.
MISTAKE 3: Popping extra acetaminophen.
The label says "650 milligrams every four to six hours," so wouldn't a little more kick the pain faster? "Acetaminophen is misused because it's considered 'safe and mild,'" says Dr. Anne M. Larson, of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Exceeding the recommended dosage can lead to liver damage or even failure and kills about 100 people each year.
THE SOLUTION: Stick with the advised dose. And don't mix acetaminophen with other drugstore remedies. "Nearly all over-the-counter cold, flu, sinus, and allergy remedies also contain acetaminophen," Larson says, as do some menstrual-cramp formulas and prescription painkillers like Vicodin, Darvocet, and Percocet. If you're unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
MISTAKE 4: Skipping the second opinion on a major condition.
It could alert you to alternatives your first doctor never mentioned or even correct a dangerous misdiagnosis. The best plan is to find an experienced doctor affiliated with a different hospital or practice.
THE SOLUTION: Sign up for an online consultation service. Try the Cleveland Clinic's MyConsult (eclevelandclinic.org) or Johns Hopkins University's Remote Medical Second Opinion (jhintl.org/for-patients).
MISTAKE 5: Getting too tipsy.
Sure, a drink a day helps keep your heart healthy. But downing your week's quota on the weekend is a bad plan, a University of Buffalo study says. Getting tipsy just once a month triples heart-disease risk. Says Suzanne Thomas, Ph.D., of the Medical University of South Carolina's Charleston Alcohol Research Center: "Alcohol is especially toxic for women because we're smaller, we have more body fat [which processes alcohol more quickly than muscle], and we have lower levels of stomach enzymes that metabolize alcohol than men do."
THE SOLUTION: Start off the evening with club soda. And save the wine for dinner. That way, the food in your stomach slows the absorption of alcohol. Thomas also stretches her drinks: "I'll befriend the bartender and ask for one serving of gin in three separate glasses with tonic over the course of the night. That's three drinks — but only an ounce of alcohol." Wine spritzers also do the trick. Just don't forget to tip.
MISTAKE 6: Forgoing a follow-up.
Fear and inconvenience prevent 30 to 50 percent of women from getting additional checks if a Pap test (a cervical-cancer screening) reveals suspicious-looking cells. But catching cervical cancer in its earliest stages boosts your odds for survival to 92 percent; allowing cancer to spread drops your chances to 39 percent or lower.
THE SOLUTION: Check in with your doc right away. If your Pap revealed only slightly unusual cells, you may just need another visit in four to six months to test for cancer-causing strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). If the follow-up results are negative, resume with your regular annual routine.
MISTAKE 1: Quitting antidepressants cold turkey.
Maybe you're feeling good again, but abruptly abandoning them could saddle you with flulike symptoms, insomnia, nausea, and a blue mood for at least a week — a problem called "discontinuation syndrome."
THE SOLUTION: Don't give up. "If you're feeling better, it means your antidepressant is working," says Dr. Nada Stotland, president of the American Psychiatric Association. If you must stop, alert your doc and taper off slowly (e.g., reduce your dose by one-fourth every two weeks). And if depression creeps back at any point, resume your full medication.
MISTAKE 2: Dropping pounds with diet drinks.
A University of Texas Health Science Center study found that people who sipped one diet soda a day for seven years were 41 percent more likely to be overweight than non-soda drinkers. The reason: Diet drinks often lead to overeating as people "spend" the calories they just saved on a second slice of pizza or a cookie. There's also evidence that artificial sweeteners may whet your appetite for more sweets.
THE SOLUTION: Sip water, coffee, or unsweetened tea. If you crave a sweet taste, add a half teaspoon of sugar (just 7 calories) or natural agave syrup (10 calories) to coffee or tea. If plain water is too bland for you, try a flavored unsweetened water.
MISTAKE 3: Popping extra acetaminophen.
The label says "650 milligrams every four to six hours," so wouldn't a little more kick the pain faster? "Acetaminophen is misused because it's considered 'safe and mild,'" says Dr. Anne M. Larson, of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Exceeding the recommended dosage can lead to liver damage or even failure and kills about 100 people each year.
THE SOLUTION: Stick with the advised dose. And don't mix acetaminophen with other drugstore remedies. "Nearly all over-the-counter cold, flu, sinus, and allergy remedies also contain acetaminophen," Larson says, as do some menstrual-cramp formulas and prescription painkillers like Vicodin, Darvocet, and Percocet. If you're unsure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
MISTAKE 4: Skipping the second opinion on a major condition.
It could alert you to alternatives your first doctor never mentioned or even correct a dangerous misdiagnosis. The best plan is to find an experienced doctor affiliated with a different hospital or practice.
THE SOLUTION: Sign up for an online consultation service. Try the Cleveland Clinic's MyConsult (eclevelandclinic.org) or Johns Hopkins University's Remote Medical Second Opinion (jhintl.org/for-patients).
MISTAKE 5: Getting too tipsy.
Sure, a drink a day helps keep your heart healthy. But downing your week's quota on the weekend is a bad plan, a University of Buffalo study says. Getting tipsy just once a month triples heart-disease risk. Says Suzanne Thomas, Ph.D., of the Medical University of South Carolina's Charleston Alcohol Research Center: "Alcohol is especially toxic for women because we're smaller, we have more body fat [which processes alcohol more quickly than muscle], and we have lower levels of stomach enzymes that metabolize alcohol than men do."
THE SOLUTION: Start off the evening with club soda. And save the wine for dinner. That way, the food in your stomach slows the absorption of alcohol. Thomas also stretches her drinks: "I'll befriend the bartender and ask for one serving of gin in three separate glasses with tonic over the course of the night. That's three drinks — but only an ounce of alcohol." Wine spritzers also do the trick. Just don't forget to tip.
MISTAKE 6: Forgoing a follow-up.
Fear and inconvenience prevent 30 to 50 percent of women from getting additional checks if a Pap test (a cervical-cancer screening) reveals suspicious-looking cells. But catching cervical cancer in its earliest stages boosts your odds for survival to 92 percent; allowing cancer to spread drops your chances to 39 percent or lower.
THE SOLUTION: Check in with your doc right away. If your Pap revealed only slightly unusual cells, you may just need another visit in four to six months to test for cancer-causing strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). If the follow-up results are negative, resume with your regular annual routine.
For 20 ways to get healthy hair
Celebrity stylists reveal the tricks that keep their hair looking so gorgeous.
Avoid serum overload
The right amount depends on your hair texture. Use these guidelines from hairstylist Tippi Shorter: Fine hair: If you have fine or thin hair, never use more than a dime-size amount. Medium hair: If you have medium hair, a nickel-size amount will be sufficient. Thick hair: For thick hair, you'll need to use a quarter-size amount.
Erase your mistake
A little heavy-handed with your product? Kimberly Kimble explains how to fix it:Serum: Wipe it off with a plush towel — the cotton will absorb the excess.Gel: Apply water with a spray bottle to dilute the gel in your hair. Then blow-dry the area and start from the beginning.Hairspray: Let it dry, then spritz a little shine spray on top to loosen up the stiffness of the alcohol in the hairspray.Pomade: There's no going back. Work with it by changing your style to a pulled-back ponytail or chignon.
Shower sans shampoo
"The natural oil in your scalp is the best conditioner you can get, so wash your hair every two or three days rather than daily. After a workout, shower as usual, but instead of shampooing, just wet the hair and massage your scalp with your fingers." — Mark Townsend
Use beer for brightening
Lemon and beer keep blond hair from fading in the summer. Simply squeeze a lemon into a glass of beer, then pour it over hair. Let it soak for five minutes while sitting in the sun, then shampoo and condition. Do this weekly to brighten color. — Oscar Blandi
Swap your elastics
"Bungee elastics are perfect for creating damage-free ponytails that don't fall or loosen. Unlike regular hair elastics, you don't have to pull hair through them, which makes your hair less prone to snags. The hook closures give you the control to make them as tight as you like." — celebrity hairstylist Staci Child
Cool your conditioner
"Leave conditioner in the fridge to keep it cool. This way, it will instantly seal the cuticles because it's already at a low temperature." — celebrity hairstylist Tippi Shorter
Apply product strategically
"Where you should apply product depends on texture. For fine hair, concentrate volumizers near the root for body and lift. For other textures, don't start at the top of your head or with your bangs because too much styling or smoothing product there will weigh down your hair." — celebrity hairstylist Kiyah Wright
Rinse, then rinse again
"The key to a sleek, shiny finish is a thorough cleansing. Take the time to rinse well — leftover oils, dirt and products make hair look dull and lifeless. A clean canvas ensures a great style." — celebrity hairstylist David Babaii
Plump up fine hair
"Mousse is great for adding volume to fine hair. Apply it only to the roots — to avoid making hair appear stringy — then hold hair vertically and blast with heat to seal in volume." — celebrity hairstylist Richard Marin
Fix fly-aways
"Spritz holding spray onto a natural-bristle eyebrow brush. Use it to lock unruly hairs into place around your part, hairline and above the ears." — celebrity hairstylist Mark Townsend
Butter up brittle strands
To moisturize dry hair, apply organic almond butter to the parched areas. Let the butter soak in for 30 minutes, then shampoo and rinse well. — David Babaii
Dry curls like a pro
"Blow-drying curly hair can be tricky. The key is to keep your blow-dryer on the lowest setting and direct the air downward to prevent frizz. Want more definition? Once it's completely dry, set your hair in large, heated rollers, tucking the hair under and rolling upward instead of outward. Leave the rollers in for 20 minutes and then run your fingers through your hair to create loose, flowing curls." — celebrity hairstylist Frederic Fekkai
Beat the bends
Hold loose strands back while applying your makeup with a duckbill clip. Place a folded tissue (or a business card) between your hair and the clip to prevent creases. — Tippi Shorter
Speed up your blowout
Celebrity hairstylist Oscar Blandi gives his top three tips for reducing your blow-drying time:- Divide your hair into three sections: left, right and back.- Use the nozzle attachment on the end of your blow-dryer. It focuses the air directly on your hair.- Blast the back section with cool air and finish blow-drying in the front. Why? Hot air opens the hair shaft, causing it to dry less quickly.
Score pin-straight strands
Using a flatiron will keep your hair straighter for much longer than blow-drying alone. The heat and pressure combined with the technology in the iron's plates seal hair cuticles and eliminate frizz. If you have fine hair, you'll want to set your iron between 410 and 425 degrees — you don't need as much heat as thicker hair textures do. If you have curly or coarse hair, your locks can handle up to 475 degrees. Always use a thermal protective spray before flatironing, no matter what your hair type. — celebrity hairstylist Kimberly Kimble
Dry, don't fry
"For a damage-free blowout, set your blow-dryer to medium heat. Newer dryers can go up to 3,000 watts. That much heat could cause breakage." — celebrity hairstylist Oribe
Touch up a blowout
A ceramic heating comb has tiny teeth that are great for smoothing out curly hair. When you need your blowout to last another day or two, use it to straighten fuzzy strands around your roots and the hairline. — Tippi Shorter
Condition with care
"The scalp's natural oils condition, so keep conditioner away from your roots when washing hair to avoid weighing down your locks. To be safe, start applying it at least three or four inches away from your scalp." — Mark Townsend
Double up
"A lavender-scented wax stick imparts both polished and piece-y strands. Use a dab on your fingertips to smooth around the hairline or to create styles with a rock-and-roll texture. Just be sure not to use too much, or your hair will get greasy."
Updating your hair color? Update your lipstick
Kiyah Wright suggests switching your lip color so the new shades work together. Here are her perfect pairings:Blond: Blond hair looks great with pastel-pink lip hues, as well as rich, tomato-y reds.Redhead: Red is a bold hair color, so use rosy lipsticks and lip stains that match your natural lip color.Brunette: Plum, nude and sheer lip tones all work best with dark hair.
Avoid serum overload
The right amount depends on your hair texture. Use these guidelines from hairstylist Tippi Shorter: Fine hair: If you have fine or thin hair, never use more than a dime-size amount. Medium hair: If you have medium hair, a nickel-size amount will be sufficient. Thick hair: For thick hair, you'll need to use a quarter-size amount.
Erase your mistake
A little heavy-handed with your product? Kimberly Kimble explains how to fix it:Serum: Wipe it off with a plush towel — the cotton will absorb the excess.Gel: Apply water with a spray bottle to dilute the gel in your hair. Then blow-dry the area and start from the beginning.Hairspray: Let it dry, then spritz a little shine spray on top to loosen up the stiffness of the alcohol in the hairspray.Pomade: There's no going back. Work with it by changing your style to a pulled-back ponytail or chignon.
Shower sans shampoo
"The natural oil in your scalp is the best conditioner you can get, so wash your hair every two or three days rather than daily. After a workout, shower as usual, but instead of shampooing, just wet the hair and massage your scalp with your fingers." — Mark Townsend
Use beer for brightening
Lemon and beer keep blond hair from fading in the summer. Simply squeeze a lemon into a glass of beer, then pour it over hair. Let it soak for five minutes while sitting in the sun, then shampoo and condition. Do this weekly to brighten color. — Oscar Blandi
Swap your elastics
"Bungee elastics are perfect for creating damage-free ponytails that don't fall or loosen. Unlike regular hair elastics, you don't have to pull hair through them, which makes your hair less prone to snags. The hook closures give you the control to make them as tight as you like." — celebrity hairstylist Staci Child
Cool your conditioner
"Leave conditioner in the fridge to keep it cool. This way, it will instantly seal the cuticles because it's already at a low temperature." — celebrity hairstylist Tippi Shorter
Apply product strategically
"Where you should apply product depends on texture. For fine hair, concentrate volumizers near the root for body and lift. For other textures, don't start at the top of your head or with your bangs because too much styling or smoothing product there will weigh down your hair." — celebrity hairstylist Kiyah Wright
Rinse, then rinse again
"The key to a sleek, shiny finish is a thorough cleansing. Take the time to rinse well — leftover oils, dirt and products make hair look dull and lifeless. A clean canvas ensures a great style." — celebrity hairstylist David Babaii
Plump up fine hair
"Mousse is great for adding volume to fine hair. Apply it only to the roots — to avoid making hair appear stringy — then hold hair vertically and blast with heat to seal in volume." — celebrity hairstylist Richard Marin
Fix fly-aways
"Spritz holding spray onto a natural-bristle eyebrow brush. Use it to lock unruly hairs into place around your part, hairline and above the ears." — celebrity hairstylist Mark Townsend
Butter up brittle strands
To moisturize dry hair, apply organic almond butter to the parched areas. Let the butter soak in for 30 minutes, then shampoo and rinse well. — David Babaii
Dry curls like a pro
"Blow-drying curly hair can be tricky. The key is to keep your blow-dryer on the lowest setting and direct the air downward to prevent frizz. Want more definition? Once it's completely dry, set your hair in large, heated rollers, tucking the hair under and rolling upward instead of outward. Leave the rollers in for 20 minutes and then run your fingers through your hair to create loose, flowing curls." — celebrity hairstylist Frederic Fekkai
Beat the bends
Hold loose strands back while applying your makeup with a duckbill clip. Place a folded tissue (or a business card) between your hair and the clip to prevent creases. — Tippi Shorter
Speed up your blowout
Celebrity hairstylist Oscar Blandi gives his top three tips for reducing your blow-drying time:- Divide your hair into three sections: left, right and back.- Use the nozzle attachment on the end of your blow-dryer. It focuses the air directly on your hair.- Blast the back section with cool air and finish blow-drying in the front. Why? Hot air opens the hair shaft, causing it to dry less quickly.
Score pin-straight strands
Using a flatiron will keep your hair straighter for much longer than blow-drying alone. The heat and pressure combined with the technology in the iron's plates seal hair cuticles and eliminate frizz. If you have fine hair, you'll want to set your iron between 410 and 425 degrees — you don't need as much heat as thicker hair textures do. If you have curly or coarse hair, your locks can handle up to 475 degrees. Always use a thermal protective spray before flatironing, no matter what your hair type. — celebrity hairstylist Kimberly Kimble
Dry, don't fry
"For a damage-free blowout, set your blow-dryer to medium heat. Newer dryers can go up to 3,000 watts. That much heat could cause breakage." — celebrity hairstylist Oribe
Touch up a blowout
A ceramic heating comb has tiny teeth that are great for smoothing out curly hair. When you need your blowout to last another day or two, use it to straighten fuzzy strands around your roots and the hairline. — Tippi Shorter
Condition with care
"The scalp's natural oils condition, so keep conditioner away from your roots when washing hair to avoid weighing down your locks. To be safe, start applying it at least three or four inches away from your scalp." — Mark Townsend
Double up
"A lavender-scented wax stick imparts both polished and piece-y strands. Use a dab on your fingertips to smooth around the hairline or to create styles with a rock-and-roll texture. Just be sure not to use too much, or your hair will get greasy."
Updating your hair color? Update your lipstick
Kiyah Wright suggests switching your lip color so the new shades work together. Here are her perfect pairings:Blond: Blond hair looks great with pastel-pink lip hues, as well as rich, tomato-y reds.Redhead: Red is a bold hair color, so use rosy lipsticks and lip stains that match your natural lip color.Brunette: Plum, nude and sheer lip tones all work best with dark hair.
Fashion Queen Lady Gaga for Barbie
“Lady Gaga” was one of Google’s most-searched terms in 2009. Google’s Marissa Mayer talks with TODAY’s Meredith Vieira about the search engine’s other most popular searches for the past year. Let us look at some stylish of Lady Gaga.
Tying one on
On right, Lady GaGa attends the Nokia 5800 launch party at Punk on Jan. 27, 2009 in London. The pop sensation is known for her catchy dance music and eccentric style, ranging from pantless getups to blinding face masks to this quirky, tied-with-a-bow hairdo.
Explosive performance
On the doll at left, it paid homage to Lady Gaga's fiery performance at the Music Video Awards in Toronto, Canada, on June 21, 2009.
Of her pantless style, the singer told Rolling Stone magazine: "My grandmother is basically blind, but she can make out the lighter parts, like my skin and hair. She says, 'I can see you, because you have no pants on.' So I’ll continue to wear no pants so that my grandma can see me.”
Hair's breadth
Lady Gaga is spotted wearing a hair-covered hat in the shape of a button in Manchester, UK on Jun. 29, 2009;
Silver linings
Lady Gaga perfomed in an asymmetrical silver getup at the V Festival on Aug. 23, 2009 at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, England; on left.
Human dandelion
Beyonce and Lady Gaga, in a bushy white headpiece, pose together at the MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music Hall on Sept. 13, 2009; on top, dolls re-create the moment.
Give headpiece a chance
Wearing an elaborate headpiece over a flesh-colored bodysuit, Lady Gaga performed at the 2009 American Music Awards in L.A. on Nov. 22, 2009. As her dramatic performance concluded, her piano was set ablaze and violins were smashed.
Tying one on
On right, Lady GaGa attends the Nokia 5800 launch party at Punk on Jan. 27, 2009 in London. The pop sensation is known for her catchy dance music and eccentric style, ranging from pantless getups to blinding face masks to this quirky, tied-with-a-bow hairdo.
Explosive performance
On the doll at left, it paid homage to Lady Gaga's fiery performance at the Music Video Awards in Toronto, Canada, on June 21, 2009.
Of her pantless style, the singer told Rolling Stone magazine: "My grandmother is basically blind, but she can make out the lighter parts, like my skin and hair. She says, 'I can see you, because you have no pants on.' So I’ll continue to wear no pants so that my grandma can see me.”
Hair's breadth
Lady Gaga is spotted wearing a hair-covered hat in the shape of a button in Manchester, UK on Jun. 29, 2009;
Silver linings
Lady Gaga perfomed in an asymmetrical silver getup at the V Festival on Aug. 23, 2009 at Hylands Park in Chelmsford, England; on left.
Human dandelion
Beyonce and Lady Gaga, in a bushy white headpiece, pose together at the MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music Hall on Sept. 13, 2009; on top, dolls re-create the moment.
Give headpiece a chance
Wearing an elaborate headpiece over a flesh-colored bodysuit, Lady Gaga performed at the 2009 American Music Awards in L.A. on Nov. 22, 2009. As her dramatic performance concluded, her piano was set ablaze and violins were smashed.
5/20/2010
Pay Attention to Your Sleeping Habits
According to a recent study by the National Sleep Foundation, it is estimated 65 percent of Americans said they encounter sleep problems a few nights each week. Sleeping too little is linked with an increased risk for obesity and depression. It’s worth re-examining your nighttime routine and change them. Some of your favorite evening rituals could be responsible for that tossing and turning.
Going from Night Owl to Early Bird
Who says bedtime is just for kids? Take extra care to maintain your sleep schedule, especially on the weekends. The body responds to routine. If your bedtime is sporadic—11 p.m. some nights, 1 a.m. others—your mind won't be properly prepared to snooze on the weekdays.
Bringing Books to Bed
Reading before bed is a habit for many. Problem is, your body has likely adapted to that routine—it won't go to sleep until you've logged a couple chapters. The bed should be off limits for anything other than sleep.
Facebooking into the Wee Hours
The brightness of your computer screen stimulates the brain. Plus, it's difficult for your mind to stop fretting about your digital to-do list, even after you've logged off. Avoid late-night surfing and shut down your computer. Give yourself time to wind down without any electronics.
Setting a Bright Alarm Clock
The looming glare of your alarm clock can be distracting when trying to sleep. Block the bright numbers with a book or consider buying a small travel clock. Your cell phone alarm may also do the trick.
Exercising Late at Night
Daytime workouts will keep you invigorated for hours. That's why you don't want to exercise within three hours of hitting the sack. Intense physical activity raises your body temperature and pumps your energy level—both interrupt a calm transition into sleep.
Counting Sheep
When you just can't fall asleep, it's useless to stay in bed. An activity that demands marginal brainpower will lull your mind. If you've been trying to fall asleep for more than 30 minutes, the National Sleep Foundation suggests doing something mundane, like balancing a checkbook, reading or watching TV.
Skimping on a Good Bed
A good mattress will cost you anywhere from $500 to more than $3,000. Consider it money well spent. A decent mattress—do your homework!—will give you a more restful sleep. The same is true for quality bedding and pillows. Buy a firmer pillow if you sleep on your side.
Going from Night Owl to Early Bird
Who says bedtime is just for kids? Take extra care to maintain your sleep schedule, especially on the weekends. The body responds to routine. If your bedtime is sporadic—11 p.m. some nights, 1 a.m. others—your mind won't be properly prepared to snooze on the weekdays.
Bringing Books to Bed
Reading before bed is a habit for many. Problem is, your body has likely adapted to that routine—it won't go to sleep until you've logged a couple chapters. The bed should be off limits for anything other than sleep.
Facebooking into the Wee Hours
The brightness of your computer screen stimulates the brain. Plus, it's difficult for your mind to stop fretting about your digital to-do list, even after you've logged off. Avoid late-night surfing and shut down your computer. Give yourself time to wind down without any electronics.
Setting a Bright Alarm Clock
The looming glare of your alarm clock can be distracting when trying to sleep. Block the bright numbers with a book or consider buying a small travel clock. Your cell phone alarm may also do the trick.
Exercising Late at Night
Daytime workouts will keep you invigorated for hours. That's why you don't want to exercise within three hours of hitting the sack. Intense physical activity raises your body temperature and pumps your energy level—both interrupt a calm transition into sleep.
Counting Sheep
When you just can't fall asleep, it's useless to stay in bed. An activity that demands marginal brainpower will lull your mind. If you've been trying to fall asleep for more than 30 minutes, the National Sleep Foundation suggests doing something mundane, like balancing a checkbook, reading or watching TV.
Skimping on a Good Bed
A good mattress will cost you anywhere from $500 to more than $3,000. Consider it money well spent. A decent mattress—do your homework!—will give you a more restful sleep. The same is true for quality bedding and pillows. Buy a firmer pillow if you sleep on your side.
The rare antiques collection of Michael Jackson
The 20th century, it can truly be regarded as affecting the whole world of music has only three: Elvis Presley, the Beatles and Michael Jackson.
Michael hiding Velvet Clothing /Catherine Bowman beads
On June 26 Beijing, the former Singer Michael in Los Angeles was died of a heart attack in 50 years old. He was known as the King of Pop, he was a great music all-rounder, in the lyricist, composer, scene production, arrangement, singing, dancing, playing musical instruments regarded as having a remarkable achievement. At the same time, Jackson has been numerous plastic, profane child case, racial disputes, and so all kinds of gossip and scandal, and surrounded by a criminal record for a long time.
Interior decoration items
Michael Jackson's priceless antiques
Julien's Auctions in April 2009 commissioned by Michael-Jackson in Beverly Hilton hotel hold auction of his more than 2000 items of Neverland Ranch, including Jackson flash bright gloves and "Neverland Ranch" house's door. According to rumors, the auction activity also shows Jackson's life has situation faced to a certain extent, depend on the auction items as well as repayment of the maintain their livelihood. Michael Jackson's 5-day public auction, there is personal property, clothing and art collections, and many other things to aution.
Gloves / feet socks
Tour victory jacket in 1984 / Swarovski Crystal Gloves
Fire engines of Teapot shape / mushroom-shaped salt and pepper pot
1999 edition Rolls-Royce Phantom
Luxury Bus
Michael Jackson's often dressed in military uniform coat shiny in the past performances
Michael hiding Velvet Clothing /Catherine Bowman beads
On June 26 Beijing, the former Singer Michael in Los Angeles was died of a heart attack in 50 years old. He was known as the King of Pop, he was a great music all-rounder, in the lyricist, composer, scene production, arrangement, singing, dancing, playing musical instruments regarded as having a remarkable achievement. At the same time, Jackson has been numerous plastic, profane child case, racial disputes, and so all kinds of gossip and scandal, and surrounded by a criminal record for a long time.
Interior decoration items
Michael Jackson's priceless antiques
Julien's Auctions in April 2009 commissioned by Michael-Jackson in Beverly Hilton hotel hold auction of his more than 2000 items of Neverland Ranch, including Jackson flash bright gloves and "Neverland Ranch" house's door. According to rumors, the auction activity also shows Jackson's life has situation faced to a certain extent, depend on the auction items as well as repayment of the maintain their livelihood. Michael Jackson's 5-day public auction, there is personal property, clothing and art collections, and many other things to aution.
Gloves / feet socks
Tour victory jacket in 1984 / Swarovski Crystal Gloves
Fire engines of Teapot shape / mushroom-shaped salt and pepper pot
1999 edition Rolls-Royce Phantom
Luxury Bus
Michael Jackson's often dressed in military uniform coat shiny in the past performances
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