Some so-called smart eats are just junk food in disguise. Cut back on them and your thighs will thank you. Chips, gooey desserts, anything that starts with fried — you know to fight off these calorie cows with a stick. What’s tricky is that some foods with famously healthy reputations are actually worse for your weight than the snacks in vending machines and drive-throughs. We fill you in on what they are and why they keep you from hitting that golden number on the scale. Check the list after the jump because a LOT of these foods even fooled me! @iBLONDEgenius
New Study Shows Christmas is the DEADLIEST Day of the Year!!!
Christmas may celebrate the birth of Jesus, but it’s also the most likely day for Americans to meet their maker, literally. That’s according to a new analysis of mortality rates over the 25-year period between 1974 to 2004 which found an excess 42,325 deaths in the two week period starting with Christmas. The deadliest days of the year were Christmas, New Years Day and Boxing Day (a secular holiday typically the day after Christmas). How crazy is this! @iBLONDEgenius
(Photo) Paul Wall Loses 100 Pounds With Weight Loss Surgery
The Houston entertainer once tipped the scale at 320lbs, and finally decided to do something about it. Finally after getting “Gastric sleeve” surgery, he’s down over 100 lbs! Hit the jump to read excerpts from his Ozone Magazine interview. @MarisaMendez
A Healthy Cigarette???
E-cigarettes Debuted in the US around three years ago. The fake cigs, which are really just nicotine inhalers, supposedly helps smokers kick the actual smoking habit while still getting their dose of nicotine, the main addictive ingredient in tobacco. @TatWza
20 Healthy Presents to Put Under Your Christmas Tree!!!
This holiday season instead of just toasting to friends and family’s good health, why not give it to them? Here are 20 gift ideas to encourage fitness and nutrition — a great way to show your loved ones how much you really care! @iBLONDEgenius
Do you Snore?? You may have a higher risk for heart disease!!
Snoring may not only be just annoying to your significant other, it may be life threatening! People who snore loudly, have difficulty falling asleep, or often wake up feeling tired may have more to worry about than dozing off at work. A new study suggests they may also be at increased risk of developing heart disease and other health problems down the road. @iBLONDEgenius
