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    • How to Become a Happy Eater

      By Lori Reamer, RD for GalTime.com

      Turn you and your family into 'happy eaters'! Turn you and your family into 'happy eaters'! Eating should be a source of pleasure. If you eat something and you are not satisfied, what do you do?

      You think to yourself, "That was boring, what else can I find?" until you hit the sensory qualities in food that bring a smile to your face and to your taste buds.

      In essence, if you zero in on the foods you find satisfying early on in your eating experience, you may, in fact, eat fewer calories in your pursuit for pleasure.

      Happy eaters can experience easier digestion. If you eat under stressful circumstances, your body produces different neurotransmitters and hormones than it does when you are happy.

      And, trying to avoid negative associations with food is important to your long-term relationship with food. If eating at the dinner table always reminds you of fighting with your family, try to "table" the conflicts for another time.

      Related: 4 Eating Habits of Healthy Families

      An older study that looked at iron absorption in

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    • 9 Unexpected Places to Find Love

      By Kelly Rouba, GalTime.com

      Unexpected Places to Find True Love Unexpected Places to Find True Love Finding love is never easy-- or so it seems when you're single. As many women will admit, the bar scene isn't always an ideal place to meet men and flirting with someone at work is sometimes frowned upon.

      So if you're "looking for love in all the wrong places" as the song goes... or just unsure of where to mingle with eligible singles, GalTime's relationship expert Nikki Leigh has a few suggestions that just might help you get on the right path to meeting the man of your dreams.

      According to Leigh, it's possible to meet someone just about anywhere... whether it's while shopping at the grocery store or while working out at the gym. But if you're looking for a true partner, "there is a strategy or two that can help you find someone that you're more likely to be attracted to and really interested in," she says, adding, "If you want to meet someone that may be more compatible with you and (who shares) your likes and dislikes, think about meeting

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    • Katherine Heigl and Josh Kelley Adopt Second Child

      By GalTime's Entertainment Diva Andrea Krivelow

      Photo by Bob Charlotte/PR PhotosPhoto by Bob Charlotte/PR PhotosKatherine Heigl and husband Josh Kelley have adopted a little girl, their rep confirms.

      This is the couple's second child. Back in 2009, they adopted daugher Naleigh from South Korea.

      Last February, Katherine told Scholastic Parent & Child:

      "Josh and I started talking about [adoption] before we were even engaged. My sister Meg is Korean, and my parents adopted her three years before I was born. I wanted my own family to resemble the one I came from, so I always knew I wanted to adopt from Korea."

      Related: Katherine Heigl Shows Off Her Wild Side

      As for having bioligical children, the actress said it's not out of the question:

      "We have talked about having biological children as well, but we decided to adopt first. I just wanted to be a mom. So however we did that, it's fine with me. I'd like to adopt again."

      We bet Naleigh is so excited about becoming a big sister!

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    • Beyonce is People Magazine's Most Beautiful

      By GalTime's Entertainment Diva Andrea Krivelow

      People Magazine People Magazine Beyonce has been named People's "World's Most Beautiful Woman 2012" in the magazine's special double issue, now celebrating its 23rd year.

      This marks the ninth time the pop superstar, singer and actress has made the coveted list!

      In an exclusive interview with the mag, Beyonce talks about her happiness after giving birth to her daughter, Blue Ivy Carter:

      "I feel more beautiful than I've ever felt because I've given birth. I have never felt so connected, never felt like I had such a purpose on this earth."

      Related: What Time Off? Beyonce Planning Two More Albums!

      As for who Blue resembles most, herself or husband Jay-Z, she reveals:

      "She looks like Blue. She's her own person. The best thing about having a daughter is having a true legacy. The word 'love' means something completely different now."

      Be sure to read Beyonce's full interview with People, in which she shares her beauty

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    • How to Celebrate Your Birthday for FREE!

      By Discount Dame Terri Storelli for GalTime.com

      Happy Birthday!Happy Birthday!What's a frugalista to do on her birthday? Even the simplest of celebrations, like a coffee date with your best friend and dinner out with your significant other and can run around $50. Add in a lovely little gift for yourself and dessert and you're looking at $100+ for your birthday celebration. But did you know you can celebrate your big day for free?

      To quote Sammy Hagar, "Every year on your birthday, you get a chance to start new." Make this birthday the beginning of a new frugal year! No matter what part of the country you live in, there are tons of places that offer up great birthday freebies, all you have to do is know who they are and where to sign up.

      Breakfast
      This year I plan on hitting up Denny's for a great free Grand Slam breakfast. You can head to their website and sign up the whole family. No Denny's in your neck of the woods? IHOP offers up a similar birthday club. Looking to score some free coffee?

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    • Developing Young People into Innovators

      By Tony Wagner for GalTime.com

      Developing Young People into Innovators Developing Young People into Innovators In the past, our country has produced innovators more by accident than by design. Rarely do entrepreneurs or innovators talk about how their schooling or their places of work -- or even their parents -- developed their talents or encouraged their aspirations.

      Three of the most innovative entrepreneurs of the last half century -- Edwin Land, the inventor of the Polaroid instant camera; Bill Gates; and Mark Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Facebook -- had to drop out of Harvard to pursue their ideas. Apple's Steve Jobs; Michael Dell of Dell Computer; Larry Ellison, founder of the software giant Oracle; and the inventor Dean Kamen are other famous high-tech college dropouts.

      So what would it mean if we were to intentionally develop the entrepreneurial and innovative talents of all young people -- to nurture their initiative, curiosity, imagination, creativity, and collaborative skills, as well as their analytical abilities -- along with essential

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    • Chatting or Cheating? How to Tell

      By Malia Karlinsky, GalTime Love/Sex Editor

      Is it chatting or cheating?...Is it chatting or cheating?...These days, conveniences like email, texting and social media have made it easier than ever to connect with others. But for people who are married or are in committed relationships, it also means innocent communication can slip into flirting or emotional cheating-- a betrayal even if there's no physical contact involved.

      So where is the line between harmless chatting and harmful cheating? We asked Sheri Meyers Psy.D, liscenced Marriage and Family Therapist and author of "Chatting or Cheating: How to Detect Infidelity, Rebuild Love and Affair-Proof Your Relationship."

      GalTime: What is "Emotional Sex?"

      Sheri Meyers Psy.D: Emotional sex is an affair of the heart that feels the same as romantic love and can manifest itself in numerous ways-physically, romantically, emotionally, lustfully, verbally, or virtually. Once emotional sex kicks in, fantasy takes over. The brain chemicals activated in emotional sex create the illusion

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    • Your Go-To Mother's Day Gift Guide

      By Kerri Winick, GalTime.com

      Happy Mother's Day!Happy Mother's Day!This Mother's Day, think outside the gift box! After breakfast in bed, surprise mom with one of these A-list worthy treats, courtesy of my favorite fashioniastas! (Think of the more expensive picks as stylish inspiration!)

      JENNY FELDMAN, SENIOR FASHION EDITOR, MYHABIT.COM:

      Something to pamper her: Whether it's a gift certificate to that spa she's never tried, or a do-it-herself basket of luxe beauty products that make for a home spa experience, mom deserves a bit of R&R. In addition to products, things like cashmere robes, pretty slippers or a fragrant scented candle also make evergreen gifts.

      A new handbag: The bigger, the better. Since mom is always carrying everything and the kitchen sink, give her the gift of a great bag to transport it all. (For a great deal, MyHabit.com's handbag sale launches May 1st.)

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      Foley + Corinna

      Little treasures: Jewelry carries the most sentiment out of any fashion gift, so it makes an ideal token

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    • Teens and the Silent Treatment

      By GalTime Teen Expert Jennifer A. Powell-Lunder, Psy.D.

      The Silent Treatment The Silent Treatment You asked the wrong question, or made the wrong comment, you said something you weren't supposed to or blurted out something you know but shouldn't. The response you get says it all…silence.

      Not the type of laid back silence you experience on a Sunday morning when you are in the kitchen reading the paper and he is lounging on a chair texting or typing away on his lap top. Not the type of silence that says "hey mom, we are connecting right now," as you sit next to each other on the couch watching your favorite cooking or reality fashion show.

      No, unfortunately this is the tense taut silence. The kind that screams "Mom, how could you?!" You hesitate to raise your eyes to read the expression of anger or disgust that you are sure your teen is wearing. For a brief moment you may even feel indignation.

      Related: 5 Ways for Parents to Prevent Teen Burn-Out

      "Jeez," you think, you didn't mean it!" Unfortunately it is

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    • How to Stick to Your Diet While Dating

      By Mary Perry, RD for GalTime.com

      Yes, you can date on a diet! Yes, you can date on a diet! So you've been working out and eating well in search of finding Mr/Mrs. Right and now that you've found them your regular workouts and healthy habits have been replaced by frequent visits to your local restaurants, ice cream shops, and dinners at home.

      While you wouldn't trade your current state of happiness for the world, here are some tips for how to keep that figure you worked hard for without packing on the pounds or only eating salads.

      • Call ahead or look at the menu before you go: The beauty of technology these days is that most places post their menus online for you to look at. Decide what you are going to have before you go and stick with it. Be the first to order so you don't waver on what you plan to have.

      Related: Dining Out on a Diet-- Yes, You Can!

      • Eat Small Frequent Meals Throughout the Day: If you know you are going out the temptation is to bank all of your calories so that you can indulge

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