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Pimp My Health: 5 Healthy Makeovers For Mac & Cheese

Pimp My Health: 5 Healthy Makeovers For Mac & Cheese

Who doesn’t love mac & cheese? Especially this time of year. It’s some of the best comfort food around that tastes totally delish on a cool fall evening. But that cheesy meal may not be so comforting after all if it’s loaded with fat and calories. So this week on “Pimp My Health“, we’re going to show you how to pimp your mac & cheese. Check out these five healthy makeovers: More »

Pimp My Health: 8 Ways To Keep Your Breasts Healthy

Pimp My Health: 8 Ways To Keep Your Breasts Healthy

Having healthy breasts starts with healthy habits–things that can keep them looking and feeling great, while also helping to prevent breast cancer. Given that it’s breast cancer awareness month, why not take the time to give your breasts a little extra attention? So this week on Pimp My Health, we are offering eight tips on how to keep your breasts at their healthiest. Take a look and spread the word! More »

Pimp My Health: 5 Healthy Makeovers For Baked Potatoes

Pimp My Health: 5 Healthy Makeovers For Baked Potatoes

Baked potatoes are a good source of fiber and vitamin C. But if you’re not careful, they can also be a good source of fat and calories–think about the butter, sour cream and cheese that often top these. So this week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your baked potato. Take a look at these five examples of how you can turn a boring and potentially unhealthy potato into one that’s flavorful, nutritious and healthy! More »

Pimp My Health: 6 Blissful Ways To Have The Greatest Bath Ever

Pimp My Health: 6 Blissful Ways To Have The Greatest Bath Ever

Sure, they take longer than a quick shower, but baths are one of the best things you can do for your mind, body and soul. When done right, they are heavenly for your health, your skin and your mood. So, this week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your bath. All it takes is a little know-how to turn a boring tub into a the greatest part of your day. Take a look: More »

Pimp My Health: 6 Healthy (And Simple!) Salad Toppings

Pimp My Health: 6 Healthy (And Simple!) Salad Toppings

You may think a salad is one of the healthiest things you can eat, but sometimes, the toppings on those leafy greens can make it anything but good for you (think: cheese, bacon bits, certain croutons, fried chicken…). So this week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your salad toppings. And that means getting creative–but not complicated. Take a look at six simple and easy things you can do to make your greens healthier: More »

Pimp My Health: 6 Natural Tips To Reduce Smelly B.O.

Pimp My Health:  6 Natural Tips To Reduce Smelly B.O.

It’s summertime, the temps are hot and the humidity is soaring, so you know what that means: There’s a very good chance that you smell. Women don’t just perspire, we sweat. And we have body odor, too. So aside from slathering on the deodorants and antiperspirants this summer (which we still have health debates over), there are some simple and natural things you can do to smell better. Take a look (your friends may just thank you): More »

Pimp My Health: 6 Tips For A Healthy Smoothie (Beyond Just Adding Fruit)

Pimp My Health:  6 Tips For A Healthy Smoothie (Beyond Just Adding Fruit)

Who doesn’t love a good smoothie in the summer? They’re cold, refreshing and oh, so unhealthy. Wait, what? Yep, you may think you’re doing your body good by sipping on a fruit smoothie from your local juice bar, but are you really? Do you even know what’s in it? Turns out, a lot of restaurant or store-bought (and even some homemade) smoothies can be loaded with sugar, fat, carbs and calories, making them more like milkshakes in disguise. So this week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your smoothie. Take a look at these six simple tips for a more nutritious beverage–that still tastes good! More »

Pimp My Health: 6 Healthy Twists For Granola

Pimp My Health: 6 Healthy Twists For Granola

Granola is healthy, right? Oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit…what’s not nutritious about that? Well, those ingredients are great, but granola becomes unhealthy when a bunch of other ingredients (like sugar, butter, preservatives, sodium and chemicals are added) to traditional store-bought brands. You can easily be fooled into thinking you’re consuming something healthy for your body, but in reality, some granola and granola bars can be loaded with fat and calories. So this week on Pimp My Health, we’re going to pimp your granola and give it a good, healthy makeover. Take a look at these six ways to do so: More »