Articles written by Michelle Lee Lutz
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Healthy Holiday Eating
Keeping off the holiday weight can be difficult. But by following these few simple steps you can get through it in a breeze.
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Banned Books Week
Every year the American Library Association receives requests for literary works to be banned, since 1982 libraries and groups have protested by celebrating these books.
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California Beach Report Card
The last ten years Heal the Bay has been working on improving the water quality of California Beaches. This summer nearly 97% of Califonia's beaches received an A or B.
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The Truth About Energy Drinks
Energy drinks have become increasingly popular, but recent studies have shown that they can be detrimental to your health.
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Presidential Debates
Televised Presidential debates have transformed the way people choose which candidate they vote for. Will history continue to repeat itself in this election?
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A Green Workout
As people become more environmentally conscious, new ways of conserving and creating energy are found. Now you can even be green while getting your sweat on.
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No More Trans Fats
The state of California has taken the move to ban trans fats in all restaurants by 2010. Researchers are hoping this is just the beginning of a new trend.
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Exercise in a Pill
Dreams have come true for all who hate to workout. Researchers have discovered two drugs that when paired together have similar results to exercising.
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Decorating on the Cheap
Just adding or removing a few key pieces can make a room look like a million dollars, all without spending beaucoup bucks.
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The Foreclosure Crisis
In the last two years foreclosure rates have increased to alarming numbers. Where the blame lies has been a question many have tossed around. Here are the culprits.
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It's Tea Time!
The benefits of tea are numerous, and every study published reveals more reasons to drink this ancient beverage.
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Diet Soda and Weight Gain
Many calorie conscious people choose diet soda over regular soda believing it is the better choice, but new studies show this may not be true.
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Start Walking
Walking is a great form of exercise, and using a pedometer you can easily track your steps and push yourself further then you may have thought possible.
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The Hot Topic of Milk
We have been given conflicting reports on milk. Some say you can't live without it. Others say you're endangering your health if you consume it. Here are the facts.
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Perfect Posture
Posture is an important part of our everyday appearance and yet is one of the most neglected aspects of our body. The following will help you hold your head up high.
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Political Media Hype
It is the responsiblity of the media to decide what is newsworthy. But are we being informed on the issue at hand or are being told what to think?
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Sushi... Healthy or Harmful?
Sushi is becoming increasingly popular, but there are a lot of questions concerning health risks involved in consuming this raw delicacy.
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Endorphins
Endorphins have the ability of relieving pain, reducing stress, and even helping your immune system. Learn what will get your endorphins flowing.
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The L.A. Marathon a Race for Unity
The L.A. marathon, beyond its show of elite athleticism also sheds light on the diversity of the city, and is an example of how the city can come together.
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Keeping up on your Workout Routine
Workout routines are difficult to keep up with, but by making a few adjustments your routine will stand the test of time.
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