Articles » April, 2006

You've probably seen it on the shelves of your grocery store, nestled between the brown rice and barley, or perhaps you've read somewhere that this funky little grain is something you should be eating. But you haven't... it has a weird, hard-to-pronounce name, and just what do you do with it anyway? Let me tell you, if you haven't tried quinoa, you're missing out - it has a delicious nutty flavor, it's quick and easy to prepare, it's incredibly versatile, and it's a nutrition powerhouse.

Posted: 4/27/2006 in The Kitchen

Babe Laurie shows us how she overcame guilt and re-learned how to have a social life she could love: I was on the phone with my best friend a few months ago when she said something that really hit me: "I shouldn't feel guilty for the things I can't control, only the things I can." It sounded so simple, so logical. And of course it was much easier said than done.

Posted: 4/21/2006 in Relationships  |  Also posted in: Coping

Babe Iris is wired with a Holter monitor - a portable electrocardiogram (ECG) machine - and to get completely accurate results, the 24-hour test should include, shall we say, exercise. It's time to call the boyfriend and see just how nimble he can be. What happens when intimacy includes wires and cables and batteries, oh my? Iris gives us the inside scoop.

Posted: 4/18/2006 in Chronically Sexy  |  Also posted in: Relationships, Inspiration

Meditation is great for all Babes, chronic or not. It helps you get more restful sleep, think more clearly, boost energy, and better handle stress. What's not to love? Well, I love meditation and breathing exercises, but truthfully, they can get a little dull. Who wants to visualize the same darn peaceful stream over and over again? Hmm? The Breathe Easy Deck, created by Amy Zerner and Monte Farber, helps tackle the boredom issue by offering dozens of cards, each with beautiful artwork and thoughtful mantras to recite while practicing your relaxation techniques.

Posted: 4/3/2006 in Cool Tools