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Life Fitness is a process of continuous growth: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Need motivation and guidance to facilitate positive changes in your life? Ask Life Fit Expert Laura Lewis!

Dear Laura,

I have been single for about five years. I am 43 and a single Mom. I recently started dating a”young man” who is 31. I usually date guys that are the same age or older than I am so you can imagine how shocked I was when I realized he was serious!

I am curious what your thoughts are on older women dating younger men. We have so much fun! We laugh together, have a great passion for each other, and he seems to admire me and my ambitions. I have never felt so good. Yet, there is an underlying feeling that I am doing something “wrong”, but my skin, my energy level, my moods, my stress level have all improved dramatically. I can’t help but think this must be good for my health!

Thoughts?

S.K., Atlanta, GA

Dear S.K.,

Times are “a changin” my dear. And thank goodness they are when it comes to the world of dating! Did you know, according to this article, that almost 1/3 of all women between the ages of forty and sixty-nine are dating younger men?

Women are finding that going against the “traditional” relationship of days gone by can really make a big difference in their lives. Are they doing it in order to have a soul mate for the rest of their life? Not necessarily! Kathryn Elliott, PhD, assistant professor of psychology at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette says many become… ” victims of inner - critic constrictedness ” .Women get caught up with the “shoulds” in life instead of letting go. Instead of living your “dating” life with hard and fast rules and you are still not happy, Elliott says to choose a person who has the same “voltage type”. As long as you are in sync in a variety of ways, dating someone significantly younger than you, can actually be a lot of fun.

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Exercise

Going for your first run or lifting your first set of weights can be an exciting point in your fitness existence. You’re hopeful, eager, and perhaps even thrilled to be taking the first step to building a healthier you. However, it seems it’s a natural part of human nature to become bored with things — even things we at one time enjoyed so very much. Remember buying that new car? Felt cool tooling around town in it, didn’t you? Couldn’t think of enough excuses to take it for a spin, right? But how do you feel about that car now? Chances are, you’re tired of the way it looks, the way it drives, and the way it no longer gets you excited to be behind the wheel. And, there’s also a good chance that you’re contemplating buying another new car to replace it. Well, our penchant for growing bored with cars and other material goods is not all that dissimilar from how we are also prone to becoming bored with our workouts.

Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help prevent your workout from becoming boring and stale. So, if you’ve been dreading your workout lately, try some of these tips on for size. You may find they are exactly what you need to eliminate your feelings of workout “buyer’s remorse.”

Workout at a Different Time of Day. Are you typically a morning exerciser? If so, you probably see Charlie, Dave, Lisa, and Mrs. Tuttle at the gym every time you’re there. Pleasant folks, all of them, but seeing those same faces every day only serves to further create a phenomenally boring, Groundhog Day-like experience. Try exercising at night instead, or vice-versa if you already workout at that time of the day. Being around different people may not be much of a change, but it may be enough mental stimulation to keep things interesting. And, who knows — maybe the guy or girl of your dreams works out at 6pm.

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Healthy Habits

In addition to coaxing our kids to eat their vegetables, it seems my husband and I are forever correcting our kids at the dinner table. “Sit up straight.” “Don’t play with your food.” “Chew with your mouth closed.” The coaching never ends. We keep at it because we want our boys to be polished when eating in public or dining at friends’ houses. It’s a tough job, though, as it should be.

For us, table manners are automatic — as simple as chewing and swallowing, say the editors at Scholastic Parent & Child magazine. For a child, learning to behave at mealtime is big stuff. It takes a whole new set of skills to master manners. And it’s our job to teach those skills, no matter how hard the job. Here are a few tactics we all might employ during our respective mealtime madness moments.

* Role play table manners during a tea party or while playing “restaurant.” You’ll have fun, while practicing and teaching lessons all at the same time.

* Keep rules simple and positive so your kids can remember them. “We sit.” “We eat with our forks.”

* Reinforce rules during mealtime. Hand your child a fork and napkin, and remind him to use them.

* Set a good example. Role model the manners you want to see your child display. Eventually, he will follow in your footsteps.

* Get silly. Practice bad manners and ask your child to identify what you’re doing wrong.

What do you think of the hundreds of weight loss supplements out there on the shelves today? Are they worth the money? Will they actually help you lose weight? How do you know which ones are going to work for you? Is there any proof that these products work?

I’ve taken some time and researched some of the most popular product to try to find the answers for you. The truth is, most products won’t help you lose anything but money. There are a few, however, with some research behind them that prove that they actually work.

What are these supplements that work? It seems that only four products hold the best promise for those of us who want to slim down. They are Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA), Hydroxycitic Acid (HCA), phaseolomine, and possibly 5-HTP.

1. Conjugated Linoleic Acid, CLA, has a number of research studies behind it. It is a fatty acid that has been found to reduce cancer risks, body fat and to increase lean muscle tissue. The Journal of Nutrition reported a Scandanavian Research team found CLA to increase the lean body mass of humans and also to decrease the fat mass. Subjects also had lower blodd fat and cholestrol after taking CLA. CLA does occur naturally in meat and dairy products, but the levels are pretty low. Also, if you’re following a healthy low-fat diet, you tend to not get as much meat and dairy, so supplementation may be the answer for getting a healthy dose of CLA.

2. Hydroxycitic Acid, HCA, is derived from a fruit, Garcinia cambogia or Malabar tamarind. It seems to work by inhibiting an enzyme that converts carbohydrates to fat. It also seems to suppress the appetite. Studies on humans have had mixed results with one study showing significant weight loss in participants. Another study using a high fiber diet, showed HCA had no effect on weight loss. Critics think the high fiber diet prevented absorbtion of the HCA. So, if you’re on a high fiber diet, HCA may not be for you.

3. Phaseolomine is derived from the white kidney bean. It works by reducing your body’s absorbtion of starchy carbohydrates. Since you absorb fewer calories, you lose weight. Seems like this supplement would be great to take if you knew you were going to indulge. Research has also shown that you burn more fat while taking phaseolomine. Subjects in one study lost 10% of their body fat in 30 days. Phaseolomine is typically found in carb blocker products.

4. 5HTP works by increasing the level of Serotonin in the brain resulting in more stable emotions, better sleep and weight loss. I take 5HTP myself and have found it to be an excellent appetite suppresant as well as a mild mood booster. In one study where women were given either a placebo or 5HTP and a 1200 calorie diet, those who took the placebo lost 2.28 pounds and those who took 5HTP lost 10.34 pounds. This was accomplished in 6 weeks. Are there other supplements that work? There may be others that will stand the test of time and research, but for now these are the best non-prescription supplements I’ve found to enhance your weight loss efforts. Good luck losing the weight you want to lose!

So many beauty products, which to buy? Each of us is different so our suggestions may not work for all but they are a good place to start. We’ve had 20 staff members test each product and then compiled their opinions to give you our 25 best beauty buys.

1. Sue Devitt Pencil Liner is nice and creamy with a velvety texture and is available in 10 shades

2. Mac Eye Shadow has a wide selection of colors. If the color is available from mother nature than Mac has it. Rich texture and blends easily

3. Revlon Eye Shadow is expensive and has a huge selection of shades. The colors are up todate and apply easily

4. Maybelline Great Lash Waterproof Mascara is dependable and affordable. Comes with a nice fine brush that grabs every eyelash and the formula is nice and rich and doesn’t flake

5. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Filler has a great color selection and applies easily with a brush

6. Stila Convertible Color Blush creates natural looking rosy cheeks. Creamy formula blends well producing a very natural look.

7. Revlon Skinlights Bronzer is inexpensive. It’s rich and smooth texture is easy to apply and it is enriched with vitamins A, C, and E. Available in 6 shades and has a SPF15.

8. Tarte Cheek Stain is an oil free push up blush available in 5 natural tones.

9. Max Factor Erace Concealer is inexpensive with a sheer texture so it can be used around the eyes, but covers well enough to hide those more prominent imperfections.

10. Mac Pressed Powder is ultra translucent and you can be sure no shine will creep through.

11. Mac Lipstick is available in over 200 shades. They won’t bleed and have a good lasting power.

12. Mario Badescu Lip wax is soothing and not waxy. It is enriched with Vitamins C & E and has a SPF15.

13. Lancome Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss can be worn by itself or layered over your lipstick, resulting in luscious glistening lips

14. Cetaphil Facial Cleanser is highly recommended by dermatologists. No perfumes or irritants, powerful mild cleansing.

15. Kinara Lactic Acid facial Exfloiator is a light hydrating serum that easily absorbs into the skin. Non abrasive exfoliant that cleans deep

16. Olay Regnerist Anti Wrinkle Cream is enhanced with pentapeptides and amino acids that encourage production of collagen for firmer skin.

17. Lancome Heavy Duty Moisturizer is a nonsticky cream that contains glycerin, wild yam extract, sea algae, and soy restore moisture.

18. Dove Facial Cleanser is mild and easily rinses away makeup and oil leaving skin feeling fresh and clean

19. Aveeno Facial Moisturizer is an excellent emoillience but it is scented. Oil-free lotion enriched with skin softening soy extract

20. Murad Acne Kit consists of 4 steps – cleanser with triclosan and salicylic acid to fight bacteria, pore cleaning gel with glycolic and salicylic acids, exfoliating lotion with retinol, and spot treatment with sulphur

21. Kiehl’s Blue Herbal Pimple Healer Spot Treatement is a fast acting blemish fighting gel. Contains Salicylic acid, and glycolic acid as well as herbal incredients such as cinnamon bark and ginger root

22. Lancome Eye Makeup Remover will even remove waterproof mascara. Very gentle so perfect for sensitive skin

23. L’Oreal Home Microdermabrasion is a two part system. Smooth skin with aluminum oxide crystals and moisturize with vitamin E cream

24. Neutrogena T/Gel Dandruff Shampoo is soothing and calms the scalp eliminating flakes and relieving itchy scalp

25. Pantene Pro V Overall Conditioner is inexpensive and hairstylists say its great. Frizz fighting rich nourishing formula rich in vitamins is easily absorbed by the hair

Most of you think that by skipping breakfast you can burn your fats. But it is absolutely wrong. Breakfast is a fuel that keeps you running throughout the day. Your brain and your nervous system needs glucose to work and this glucose is provided by proper breakfast.

Your metabolic rate is lower in morning and if you skip breakfast you feel short of energy. Your body system tries to convert fat into glucose and you can gain weight. A healthy breakfast gives your metabolism a good start to burn calories fast. Most of you skip breakfast due to lack of time. Here are some quick foods that provide you energy without causing weight gain such as banana with a glass of milk, yogurt with crunch, raisins and peanuts and juices etc.