Adventures in Ingredients: Indian Bitter Melon


Updated 02/08/12 9:52 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

Indian Bitter Melon Taste and How To Make

To me, Berkeley Bowl is a sacred place worthy of a weekly pilgrimage. Perhaps the ultimate food-lover's grocery store, this massive Berkeley, CA, food emporium carries a huge selection of goods from around the world, and at great prices. I consider it a must stop for friends visiting the Bay Area, so why not share my adventures? The most remarkable part of the store is probably the produce, Read more

Link Time: Karl Lagerfeld Interviews Himself, Disney's Hipster Princesses, and More


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Fashion News For Jan. 26, 2012

Karl Lagerfeld interviews himself, throws an amazing party — Styleite Rihanna is planning a fashion reality show for the UK — HuffPo Style The CFDA releases model health guidelines for Fashion Week — The Cut Dear Hollywood, ditch the boring gowns — Stylelist Elizabeth Olsen talks about her wild college experiences — The Daily Beast How to fall in love with belted coats — Lauren Read more

Lil Links: Isaac Mizrahi Is Joining the Ranks of Baby-Clothing Designers


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Isaac Mizrahi Desiging Baby Clothes

Isaac Mizrahi is launching a clothing line for babies – Child Mode Five great breakfasts for kids who hate breakfast — The Stir Suri has a life-size pal in Angelina Ballerina! — Celebrity Baby Scoop Katherine Heigl was always planning to adopt — Celebrity Baby Blog Tips for strengthening your pelvic floor now! — FitPregnancy How digital tools make it easier for kids to cheat — Read more

5 Things Not to Bring to the Gym


Updated 01/10/12 2:26 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

What Not to Take to Gym

If you want to make the most of your gym time, there are certain things you shouldn't take with you. To stay healthy and centered during your workout, leave these five items at home: Reading material. It's important to stay focused while you're at the gym, not only for safety reasons, but also to maximize the benefits of your workout. If you're focusing on the latest issue of your favorite Read more

Free and Inexpensive Ways to Treat Yourself


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Free Ways to Treat Yourself

Sometimes we just need a break! OnSugar blogger Everyday Baby Steps shares free and inexpensive ways to treat yourself. The other day I wrote about how my new hairstyle has improved my outlook. I also mentioned that I'm fortunate enough to blog for a wonderful local hair salon, and I'm able to trade my writing services for hair and beauty treatments. It's an awesome exchange! Even if you're Read more

Link Time — Teen Sex Ed Site Explains Abortion Laws, Angers Lawmakers


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Teen Sex Website May Get Shut Down

Lawmakers want to shut down teen sex site because it informs teens on sex — The Frisky What do you think about rebound sex? — CollegeCandy Why do men cat call? — Em & Lo Reasons why women need girlfriends, not just boyfriends — Betty Confidential Stories of first-time sex — The Hairpin Five guys share best first dates — Glamour Interview with Mr. Romance 2011, who won the Read more

13 Things That Are Causing Your Bills to Skyrocket


Updated 11/17/11 12:24 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Lower Monthly Expenses

To err is human; to make budgeting mistakes, totally human as well. Most people are not aware of the little budget traps we get caught in, because life is so busy that it's hard to keep track of the smaller money details. But being careless can rack up higher bills. Pretty soon, you might be wondering where your money is going — you don't spend that much every month but your bank seems to be Read more

Free Online Fitness Journals to Track Your Progress


Updated 11/15/11 11:08 AM · Posted by Heather Dale · 3 comments

Free Online Fitness Tracking Tools

I like to think I'm disciplined with my weekly workout schedule, but sometimes I need some additional coercing to get my butt to the gym. Online progress tracking tools are great for keeping you motivated, and for holding you accountable if your healthy habits happen to take a nosedive. With the holidays just around the corner, many of us will be on the road visiting friends and family, making Read more

Don’t Miss Open Enrollment!


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Don’t Miss Open Enrollment!

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Never has there been a more dreaded phrase than “out-of-network.” Well, maybe. But anyone who’s ever had health insurance knows the headache that is copayments, referrals and reimbursements. Given that, staying on top of the maze of paperwork can sound about as appealing as a lobotomy. But this is the season for open Read more

PETA Plans to Launch Porn Site to Promote Veganism


Updated 09/22/11 4:00 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

PETA to Launch Porn Website

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is no stranger to using sex appeal to get people's attention. In the past, the vegan activist group has used images of nude celebs, like Alicia Silverstone, in ads to convince people to give up meat, but now PETA is taking this tactic one giant step further. The animal rights' group plans to launch a pornographic website to promote its message Read more