We’ve all done it. Someone calls out your name as you’re running errands and at the moment you turn to reply, your mind goes completely blank. Nothing. Nada. Zilch. You couldn’t remember her name if your life depended on it, so you simply reply with a generic (and embarrassing), “Hi!” Here’s how to never let it happen again.

Between phone calls, e-mails, and deadlines, who has time to sit up straight?

Nothing ruins your entryway, date night, or a good pair of shoes like a stink. And once the smell starts, it’s hard to keep it from invading the rest of your footwear. That’s because even the most delicate shoes are a dark, sweaty breeding ground for odour-causing bacteria. You can’t completely remove it, but you can control the stench. Before you lose another pair of pumps, try these expert tips for nipping smelly feet in the bud before it starts. So the next time a hostess says, “Would you mind taking your shoes off,” you can do so in confidence

If you suffer from lower back pain, you’re certainly not alone. According to the National Institutes of Health, back pain is the second most common neurological ailment in the U.S. (second to headaches), and Americans spend at least $50 billion a year on treating it

Ugh. You're a grown woman - maybe even battling fine lines - and now...a pimple? Adult acne is increasingly common, but some easy steps can be taken to nip these spots in the bud before they show up on your face (and, let's be honest, ruin your mood)

A nasty hangnail can make even picking up a pen a painful experience. Even if you get regular manicures, it seems that once they start, your only choice is to spend the next week with a band-aid and a furrowed brow

A bad case of blisters can put a dent in your stride, and high heels aren't the only culprits. Flats and workout sneakers can easily rub the wrong way, too, if they don't fit correctly. Follow these preventative measures to stay on your feet comfortably.

When it comes to colds, you know the drill. Once you have one, the best you can do is try to manage your symptoms, not cure it. So as your mother told you: Prevention really is the best medicine

Lunch is over, your last sip of coffee was hours ago, and now your eyelids are starting to droop. Before you reach for a soda or head for the vending machines, wake up! There are better ways to beat an afternoon slump than a sugary treat you'll regret later. While most of us can't pause for a nap (and if you can, we're jealous!), here are a few little tips anyone can do to keep from feeling like a zombie until dinnertime

The best way to prevent chapped lips is to avoid conditions that cause them, says Dr. Andrew Weil. Unfortunately, those conditions are everywhere: cold weather and exposure to sun, dry air, and wind all make lips dry, cracked, or sore, as well as dehydration, nasal allergies, and breathing through your mouth. Certain medications, such as acne drugs, can cause chapped lips too. Counteract these environmental causes and restore moisture to your home and your body by drinking plenty of water and investing in a humidifier

Teeth aren't meant to be totally white—their natural colour is actually light yellow to light yellow-red. But as you age, your teeth tend to darken even more

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You might think of menstrual cramps as something you just have to put up with each month—kind of like your period itself. Good news: There are several easy ways to put a damper on cramps before they even start. If the fixes below don't put a dent in your discomfort, alert your doctor—your pain may be a sign of a more severe condition, like endometriosis.

If you’ve ever had the unfortunate experience of heartburn—when food and stomach acid travel the wrong way, creating a burning sensation in your esophagus—you know that it’s as miserable as it sounds. What heartburn can lead to is equally unpleasant, including fiery chest aches and halitosis. It’s not pretty, but luckily, there’s a lot you can do to prevent heartburn in the first place, with these easy tips.

We all lose plenty of strays every day, but if you've found more and more falling out in the shower or after brushing your hair, stop the cycle before it gets out of control

So you went out of your way to load up on fresh fruits and veggies from the farmer's market only to find that three days later, it's all gone bad

Hey, it happens. You weren’t planning on that one cocktail turning into three (or five), but the next thing you know, you wake up with a headache that makes you wish you’d never been born. Your best bet—of course—is to not drink excessively. But for those times when it does happen, here’s how to deal with it (and avoid it in the first place).

No woman likes the idea that she snores like a truck driver. But a lot of us do just that. In fact, it’s been estimated that up to 50 percent of the US population snores at one time or another. And snoring is more than just a nuisance—it’s been shown to disrupt the sleep of 90 million American adults and their partners. The good news is that lifestyle changes and medical advances can minimize the log sawing. Here’s how.