I can’t tell you how many times during my childhood, when I was in the middle of a late-day meltdown, or identity crisis, or dramatic, my-heart-is-breaking crying jag, my mother would say to me, “Everything will be better in the morning.” And you know what? She was right. As the mother of three strong daughters, my mother consistently broadcast the […]
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Wednesday Trivia: Managing Stress
According to the “Stress in America” report released by the American Psychological Association, one in four women say they are not doing enough to manage their stress. April is Stress Awareness Month, so here’s one thing you can do to diminish anxiety: Put away the newspaper. A recent study by researchers from the University of Montreal showed that reading negative stories […]
A (Painless) New Way to Check for Skin Cancer
We preach sunscreen here at Real Simple, but we know that plenty of people have done their fair share of sun worshipping in the past. If you were a bathing beauty when you were growing up (or last summer) you might come across a new device the next time you visit your dermatologist. A digital imaging tool called MelaFind, uses both visible […]
Would You Use a Personal Trainer…Via Webcam?
Have you heard of Wello.co? If you can’t afford a personal trainer at your local gym (or can’t seem to find the time to get out of the house to meet with one), this cool, new fitness site can connect you to one—live—through your computer. All the instructing, correcting and motivating happens through your webcam. The rates are cheaper than […]
This Food Causes Majority of Foodborne Illnesses
Plenty of us are careful when handling raw meat and poultry, but will bite into an apple after a simple rub with our t-shirt. Turns out we might not be paying close enough attention to how we’re handling our fruits and vegetables. According to a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 50 percent of foodborne illnesses come from produce. Makes you think twice about eating that apple before washing it, huh?
A Surprising Health Benefit of Laptop Computers
If you have access to a desktop and a laptop computer, take our advice: Use the laptop more often. Why? While staring at any screen is bad for your vision, looking at a laptop isn’t nearly as bad as looking at a desktop. (Did you know we blink half as much as we should when we’re viewing text on a […]
In an Emergency, Try Texting Instead
Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the explosions today in Boston. While this is a tip, we hope you and your family members never have to use, it’s a useful one to know. If you are trying to reach someone in the wake of an emergency, skip trying to get them on the phone and text or tweet […]
One Way to Prevent Showing Your Age
Does your hand cream have SPF in it? It should! The skin on the back of your hands is one of the places that will show early signs of age because your skin is thinner there and loses elasticity more quickly than other areas of your body. It’s also more prone to sun damage, so you should look for a […]
Serve Vinegar-Based Salads Outdoors
If you’ve gotten into the spring spirit, and are planning a picnic or just a dinner with friends on the patio, remember this trick when you’re planning your menu. If you’ll be serving food outside make vinegar-based salads instead of mayonnaise-based salads. Why? Vinegar is acidic and helps prevent bacteria growth, which is important if your salads are going to […]
