Deactivating Sperm’s Tail Could Be Key to Unisex Contraceptive, New Research Says
Taking the wiggle out of a sperm’s tail may be key to creating a new contraceptive that doesn’t involve hormones and can be taken by either a man or a woman, say scientists in Boston.
Whether your club is part of a chain or you own an independent gym, you can create profit centers to entice your target audience. The key is to get to know potential and regular members to find out what they want. Seek advice from others who have succeeded by attending industry seminars and workshops. Brainstorming at staff meetings usually allows employees to let their creative juices flow and spice up those profit centers. Read the rest of this entry »
Drew Barrymore, 24
Actor. At 7, played Gertie in E.T. At 16, published autobiography recounting early drug and alcohol abuse. Reportedly had affair with Jane and Sassy founder Jane Pratt. Now Hollywood’s flower child; spokeswoman for female condom. Produced and starred in Never Been Kissed and upcoming Charlie’s Angels.
Okay, Britney Spears is old enough to pose for Playboy now but many parents are worried about her unwholesome image. Is she empowered or exploited? You be the judge. Check out the current issue of Alice magazine, in which we look at teen girls and young women in America today as part of a special five part series. Read the rest of this entry »
The months that passed between that phone call and the day of my departure were long and laborious. I had to convince everyone around me why I was doing this. My husband was not very happy with me leaving him with two kids for 17 days. My family and friends didn’t get why I would want to go off to a retreat and learn to teach yoga. What the hell is yoga any way? How long have you been doing this? Are you having a breakdown? Yes! The biggest struggle was the workplace. No one ever takes two weeks off at the same time! There is too much to be done. Who will be able to cover your assignments for that long? You are being very selfish to do this to other people. Read the rest of this entry »
My head was pounding. The ability to turn my neck, left or right, had left me several days earlier, due to stress. Every cell of my being was screaming for me to get up, move, run for the exit, never look back. That wasn’t possible. Quitting time had come and gone about 45 minutes earlier. I was trapped in yet another department meeting, listening to what I considered to be ceaseless whining about something, we as a team, had no control over. It was my opinion of course, not matching the eager, wide eyed ladder climbers of about half of my department. What was I doing here? What was I doing here? This used to be fun! Read the rest of this entry »
Many people are confused about stress and the role it plays in daily life. Stress is a natural state of readiness or response to a challenge or threat. All humans and animals experience stress. Although too much stress can be disabling, it is neither a mental illness, nor does it cause mental illness. Individual levels of daily stress vary over a wide range. Read the rest of this entry »
If you’re following a balanced eating plan, consume no more than 90 grams of carbohydrate daily. Spread those grams evenly throughout the day with meals (that’s about 30 grams only per meal). It’s okay to eat a protein food without a carbohydrate, but never eat any carbohydrate food without a balancing portion of protein. Read the rest of this entry »
The use of white as the predominant color in holiday decorating can lead you in divergent ways. An overall design graced with lace, florals, and ruffles will create a soft, Victorian-inspired look. In a different direction with crisp white linen, spare florals and accents of silver, gold or mirrors and you will create a decidedly contemporary look. Read the rest of this entry »
The mind is the most powerful healing force in the body. Often, one hears of stories where a persons mind can control their pain, or the persons mind-set slowed the advancement of AIDS or some other devastating illness. When the mind is in need of healing, the body will focus its energies there, even if it would mean shutting down bodily functions to do it. Read the rest of this entry »