Tuffy Luv Dispenses Condoms
I’m a senior in college and have been in a serious relationship for the past 5 years. He’s my high school sweetheart. I know, we’re so cute! We just got engaged and are getting married when I graduate (he’s two years older and is already working). Now that we’re engaged, I want to go on birth control, but I’m not sure what to try. What do you recommend?
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• Do you prefer a male or female personal trainer?
• Make sure to get back to the basics with breakfast
• 4 more facts you didn’t know about calories
• How to make your fitness resolutions a reality
• 100 healthy snacks under 200 calores

DASH Diet is Named Best Overall Diet
No, I’m not talking about a new diet from the Kardashian Klan (God, can you even imagine what that would entail?). This DASH Diet, which stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, was named the number one diet for the second year in a row by U.S. News.
Intro to Cooking: Brussel Sprouts
I’m sure a few of you saw the title of this post and immediately blanched at “brussel sprouts.” And maybe again that time. But brussels sprouts are not as bad as you might think. They don’t have to be boiled or cooked until they are soft and mushy. Really, they don’t. They can be delicious, I promise.
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• 5 health & fitness apps that you should download now
• Fast fixes for your most hated workout moves
• New to working out? Check out these tips!
• What to say when your friend is depressed
• How to beat mindless munching
• Healthy sandwich makeovers you should try
Is Spandex Making Americans Fat?
Spandex. Estimates suggest that it is found in 80% of the clothing sold in America. Which means that almost every single American owns at least one piece of clothing that has at some amount of Spandex in it. And apparently, some people think that it’s making us fat.
The Best Workouts from 2011 That You Need to Try in 2012
As you begin to scribble down “go to the gym everyday” on your New Year’s Resolutions list, let me help you with my list of favorite Body Blog workouts of all time – ease into the program and let’s get ready for that summer time bikini body! What? Too early for summer? Okay fine…

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• Avoid the gym this January! Resolution makers will steal your favorite treadmill!

• 11 healthy holiday treats that help you stay slim!

• Did you try one of the biggest diet trends in 2011? Find out here!

• Don’t believe the hype! 10 healthy eating myths that we all fall for.

• Is your resolution to drop a few lbs in the new year? Help yourself out and journal about it!
Interview with Fitness and Nutrition Expert JJ Virgin
Is coffee good for you? Should you be eating gluten-free? And are your late-night snacks making you gain weight? Check out my interview with JJ Virgin, fitness and nutrition expert and co-star of TLC’s Freaky Eaters, for the answers to all your nutrition questions.
How To Beat the Winter Blues
This year I am taking a stand. Since I only have one year left of college, I’m determined to not let winter be the worst part of it. I am not going to order Indian delivery and hide under my covers all day. I have combined three years of actual winter experience with some online research to compile a winter blues action plan to get us through it.
One Month Challenge: Get Clear Skin, Week Two
This first week has been marginally difficult. While not touching my face has not been that hard, not popping any zits has been. Every time I have had the urge to touch my face and I acknowledge that it is happening, I stop and try to think about what I am feeling. Basically whenever I’m feeling bored, frustrated or down in the dumps, I tend to go crazy with wanting to get rid of the zits as fast as possible.
I Almost Died From Taking Yaz
The realm of oral contraceptives is getting a bit messy these days. Some of you may remember my issues with the birth control pill, Yaz. After surviving a pulmonary embolism, I can now consider myself relatively healthy although doctors are not sure if I will have more complications in the future. Even though I’ve been off my medication for two and a half years, I am still dealing with what happened everyday.

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• Avoid these fast-food foot court eats

• Holiday drink recipes that keep your body fit

• Recite these stay fit and positive mantras to keep your body focused this holiday season

• Seven tips to try today that keep the flu away

• Women stay fit: journals are a girls best friend

• Avoid snacking during these parts of the day

• Wait? You can get fit sitting on the couch?