Researcher's have long been singing the praises of music therapy and the stimulating and sedative effects of music. In clinics, nursing homes and dental offices, research has shown that music can play a role in reducing patients' agitation, enhancing sleep, relieving pain and lowering heart rates and blood pressure. Whether you need calming or excitement,...

(ARA) - As one of Hollywood's top make-up artists and founder of California Cosmetics, I have turned many women into the ideal California Girl: natural, healthy-skinned and fuss-free. It's a great look for summer, and you can get it without hanging out at the beach all day! Hydration Be sure to drink enough fluid. Just because you are not thirsty...

Take some time to measure your body shape before you venture out to buy that perfect swimsuit this summer season. The torso area must be measured from the center of your shoulder over the fullest part of your bust, down through your legs around to the back of the shoulder. The bust area should be measured around the fullest part of your bust and...

1. Put some sparkle in your look with diamonds, gemstones, cubic zirconias, and cultured pearls 2. Add some of the breathtaking charm bracelets, drop or hoop earrings, or rings from this season's line to take your basic look to breathtaking. 3. Bangles in silver or gold inspired by the East Indian culture are verywhere. Some are exquisitely...

Summer is a great time to spend outdoors, be with family, reduce stress and get fit. Here are a few smart tips for exercising in the heat! Drink lots of hydrating fluids (water, non-caffeinated drinks, juices) throughout the day. Sweating means calories are being burned but you must replace the water lost during exercise. Drink plenty of fluid...

The onset of hot weather is a good time to review the basic facts about dehydration. Answer TRUE or FALSE to the following five statements: 1. Anxiety, confusion, dry skin, increased heart rate and decreased blood pressure are all signs of dehydration. 2. The key to preventing dehydration is to drink water or other hydrating liquids when you...

With warm weather season now in full gear, exercisers want to take their workouts outside and break out of their indoor fitness ruts. But when temperatures reach record highs and humidity levels soar, traditional outdoor workouts become less appealing. So how can you stay cool while still enjoying outdoor physical activity? One word—water. Water...