Best Magazine Goes To Time Magazine

Filed in archive Time Magazine on August 13, 2010

© David Fraíz
The new installment of Time Magazine will have Jonathan Franzen on the front cover. Being noted as the best magazine produced in the US for recent and current issues and news, the magazine has placed the writer, Jonathan Franzen whose novel entitled 'Freedom' will be released later this month. To coincide with the release, Time Magazine has placed a feature article on a recent interview with the writer to deliver what the magazine believes will be one of the best writers in 2010.

The likelihood of a writer hitting the front cover of Time Magazine was unlikely, with Jonathan Franzen being the first American novelist in over a decade. For readers who would like a better choice of magazine subscriptions that has a board range of topics to read about, Time Magazine has certainly become of the best of the best.

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Looking for a new magazine? Try your library

Filed in archive Magazines on July 19, 2010

© Tony the Misfit

If you are looking for some new magazines to read and don't want to spend a long time standing at a magazine rack, head over to your local library. Most libraries subscribe to dozens of magazines, and, while you can't check them out, you can sit in comfort to read them.

Be adventurous and take the opportunity to read some magazines that you would not generally consider. It will be a change from your regular reading and you may find something that you would like to get a subscription for.

You could also take your kids with you and while they are in the children's section you can read you magazines while watching over them. It introduces them to the joy of reading and also teaches them about how to use libraries to access reading material. Libraries are great places to research choices for new magazine subscriptions without having to stand at a rack in a store.

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Some of the best magazines are waiting to be discovered

Filed in archive Magazines on July 17, 2010

© Tiagø Ribeiro

What are some of the best magazines in the United States? While this seems like a trick question, it really isn't. There are hundreds of thousands of magazines produced every month in the United States and there are dozens that would cover every subject that is of interest to you.

If you are feeling as though all you see are the same old magazines on the racks, it's time to check out some other options. First of all, write down the things that you are interested in reading about. Just do a simple list and make it as broad as can be.

Next, go online and type in your subject of interest followed by the word magazines. You should get a list of magazines related to your terms. Then it's a case of following the sources and writing down the information about all the new magazines that you find.

Many magazines offer free trial copies, and most of them offer reduced subscription rates. You will be surprised at the wealth of reading material that you will find that you never imagined existed.

Be adventurous and look for some new magazines to add to your collection.

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AARP The Magazine: Herbs Can Boost Brain Health

Filed in archive AARP The Magazine on June 28, 2010

© Jim Linwood
I grew up with an herb and spices garden in our front yard, courtesy of my great grandmother. I just don't know the scientific names of all of them though. Anyways, my greatgrandma's herbs/spices garden (together with their respective medicinal values) is really something that has been passed through generations in my family.

In the July/August issue of AARP The Magazine the gardening gurus highlighted five simple-to-grow herbs that may help boost brain health, alleviate aches and help you to sleep better.

How to Get Started: Plant your herbs in a sunny spot. During the growing season, cut them back frequently to encourage growth. Keep them moist.

Peppermint

First cultivated near London in 1750, peppermint is an effective remedy for indigestion, it calms the muscles of the digestive tract to alleviate intestinal gas and cramping

Growing Tip: Snipping can begin two or three weeks after a plant is established and do not strip the stem bare or you'll compromise the plant.

Lemon Balm

A panel of physicians, pharmacologists and scientists appointed by the German Ministry of Health endorsed the herb for relieving tension, anxiety and restlessness. There's also evidence of cognitive benefits.

Growing Tip: Like peppermint, lemon balm is fast growing. If you plant it in your garden rather than in a pot, be sure to give it a lot of space.

Rosemary

Rosemary has been used as a memory enhancer since the early Western civilization. Greek students wore garlands of rosemary around their heads, while tudents in Rome massaged their temples and foreheads with the herb prior to taking exams. Rosemary may also reduce joint pain.

Growing Tip: Rosemary is best grown from a plant and performs well in a container.

Valerian

Throughout history, valerian has been used as a sedative and sleep aid. Valerian got its name from the Latin "valere," which means "to be in good health." Research conducted on 16 insomniacs at Humboldt University of Berlin found that valerian extract helped them sleep faster and improved the quality of their sleep.

Growing Tip: When valerian is used for medicinal purposes, cut the flowers as soon as they appear. Opt for the Valerian officinalis variety, which can be used medicinally.

Sage

Combined with Echinacea, research found that sage was as effective as the pain killer lidocaine in relieving sore throat pain. Also, tudies show that the herb's bacteria-fighting powers makes it a potent breath freshener. To make sage mouthwash, steep 1 tablespoon sage leaves in 1 cup of hot water for 5 minutes. Strain and gargle.

Growing Tip: Sage is best started from a plant, because it can take up to a year to establish itself. The best medicinal variety is Salvia officinalis.

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Health Magazine Names America's Healthiest Buys 2010

Filed in archive Health Magazine on May 30, 2010

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Health Magazine has revealed America's Healthiest Buys for 2010.

Best Beauty Buys

1. Antiager/Moisturizer: Elizabeth Arden Prevage Face Advanced Anti-Aging Serum ($155, ElizabethArden.com). Do-it-all wrinkle annihilator packed with the antioxidant powerhouse, idebenone.

2. Body Moisturizer: St. Ives Intensive Healing Body Cream ($5.99, drugstores). Olive-leaf extract and cranberry-seed oil naturally moisturize without irritating skin.

3. Body Wash: Aveeno Positively Nourishing Hydrating Body Wash ($6.99, drugstores). Fig oils lock in moisture while glycerin and shea butter hydrate skin.

4. Concealer: Dior Diorskin Nude Concealer ($28, Dior Beauty counters nationwide). Vitamins E and C cover unsightly flaws, protect skin from sun damage and air pollutants.

5. Conditioner: Ojon Revitalizing 2-Minute Hair Mask ($34, Ulta). Intense weekly treatment with jojoba, sesame, and avocado oils that smooth and de-frizz hair.

6. Eye Cream: Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream ($29.50, Origins.com). Ginseng de-puffs and revitalizes skin, while tiny particles of mica brighten and hide under-eye shadows.

7. Exfoliator: Neutrogena 5 Minute Facial from Ageless Restoratives ($24.99, Drugstore.com). Micro-exfoliants and cellular enzymes chemically dissolve dead skin cells.

8. Face Cleanser: Olay Professional Pro-X Exfoliating Renewal Cleanser ($18.99, drugstores). Microbeads gently cleanse skin's surface without irritation.

9. Foundation: Physicians Formula Healthy Wear SPF 50 Powder Foundation ($14.95, drugstores). No other foundation offers this much sun protection while still looking natural.

10. Hand/Nail/Foot Product: Burt's Bees Naturally Ageless Skin Smoothing Hand Cream ($12.99, BurtsBees.com). Softening lactic acid and shea butter smooth skin without leaving hands greasy.

11. Lip Product: Fresh Sugar Rosé Tinted Lip Treatment SPF 15 ($22.50, Fresh.com). Universally flattering sheer cherry-red balm shields and moisturizes lips.

12. Mascara: Korres Natural Products Abyssinia Oil Volumizing Mascara ($20, Sephora). No-flake formula lengthens, darkens, and strengthens eyelashes.

13. Self-Tanner: Nature's Gate Sunless Tanner ($8.99, Natures-Gate.com). Paraben- and phthalate-free with olive oil base, green tea and raspberry extracts for naturally soft skin.

14. Shampoo: Matrix Biolage Delicate Care Shampoo ($18, Biolage.com). Shine-enhancing açaí and ultra-moisturizing argan oil leave hair smooth and shiny.

15. Sunscreen: La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid ($27.90, CVS). Super-sheer, quick-absorbing formula protects against sun damage from free radicals.

16. Styling Product: Sebastian Professional Volupt Spray ($19.95, SebastianProfessional.com). Protective styler that leaves hair soft and full of body that lasts.

Read more of Health Magazine Names America's Healthiest Buys 2010

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