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Texting him will get you a more honest response.Next time you need your man to answer a pressing question, you might want to ask him over text.

By Korin Miller

According to a new study from the University of Michigan Institute for Social Research, people give more honest answers when they text, and also tend to provide more details than they do when they answer a question in person.

For example, if you snap a pic of a dress you're not totally sold on and text it to him, your man is more likely to say something like, "I like it because it makes your boobs look great" versus "I like it" or "it's okay" if you ask him in person.

Related: WTF Texts From My Guy

For their research, scientists asked 600 iPhone users questions-some in person and some via text-like "how often do you exercise?" and "during the last month, how many movies did you watch?" Overall, they found people answered questions better over text-even when they were distracted by walking around or shopping.

Researchers say they have to do more work to find out why-it

Okay, none of us are perfect (and really, we don't want to be). But there are some bad habits that deserve to be kicked to the curb, like chewing your nails or needing that 3 p.m. chocolate fix. We consulted experts for the best ways to make that happen.

By Korin Miller

Hold on to your cash!



Using ATMs That Charge
Using an ATM that isn't affiliated with your bank can really add up-especially if you do it a few times a week. Solve the problem by hitting up your bank to pull cash out on pay day-not just when you need it. Instead of using the ATM, visit the teller and ask to get your cash in bigger bills, like a 50 (research has shown we're more reluctant to spend large bills). Leave the spare cash at home, and take out what you need on Saturday night.









Put. The. Chocolate. Down.






Your Daily Chocolate Fix
Having a fully-loaded candy bar every day at 3 p.m. won't help your bikini bod. And we get it-it's a hard habit to break. You can have your chocolate and stay trim too by snacking on a 1.6 ounce bar of dark chocolate instead. It's

Hold up! Don't tweet that.Whether you're in a relationship or just got the hell out of one, dealing with your love life on Twitter can be tricky. We pumped relationship experts for their tips on how to cope without pissing anyone off. Take a pass on these moves.

By Korin Miller

1. Unfollowing an Ex
Just went through a split? Resist the urge to unfollow him ASAP. Getting unfollowed feels harsh, and most people keep tabs on how many followers they have so your move won't go unnoticed. (And really, you don't want to let him think you care enough to unfollow him right away.) Take a cue from Russell Brand-wait at least a month after the dust settles before you drop your ex online.

2. Following Check-Ins
If you noticed your man checked in at a bar with five people last night, give him a chance to clue you in before you bring it up. Even if you make a joke about it, mentioning that you saw he was at your local hangout will just make him feel like you're keeping tabs on him.

3. Crush-Gushing
Following your celeb

Sunscreen isn't the only way to prevent Skin Cancer...Melanoma is no joke. It's the No. 1 cause of cancer among women in their twenties and has even skyrocketed by 72 percent in New York over the past 10 years, according to the American Cancer Society. New research also shows that half of adults under 30 have had a burn in the past year, which doubles their chances of contracting melanoma. Don't want to become a statistic? Try these tips from dermatologist Mona Gohara, M.D.

By Carly Cardellino

Seek Out Tan in a Can
Get a safe, sexy, sun-kissed glow with a sunless tanner. Exfoliate first, then apply one from head-to-toe for a natural-looking faux "tan."

New studies show that those who use sunless tanners are much less likely to use tanning booths or lay out in the sun.

Make a Difference in Your Hometown
Contact local politicians for support and sign petitions to restrict tanning bed use. As of January 2012, minors under the age of 18 have been banned from indoor tanning in California, and New York State is requiring in-person signed

Load up on the cucumbers for that sexy tummy.With all the hard work you've done to get ready for bikini season, the last thing you want is to look bloated on beach day. That's why we consulted the experts for the foods that will keep you from puffing up. (Some even fight existing bloat-a major perk when it's crunch time.)

By Korin Miller

Cucumbers
They're not just a tasty snack-cukes are loaded with water, which helps fight bloat, says nutrition expert Joy Bauer, RD, author of The Joy Fit Club. Basically, the more water you take in without fiber, the more you pee. And the more you pee, the flatter your stomach feels.

Watermelon
Just like cucumbers, watermelon is loaded with, uh, water-which, again, fights bloat, says Bauer. It's also less than 100 calories per large wedge, and surprisingly isn't loaded with sugar (oh, and it tastes delish).

Asparagus
You probably already know that water retention is one of the reasons you puff out, but asparagus can help reduce it, says nutritionist Stephanie Middleberg, RD. Add a few stalks

That beard is oh-so-sexy.Like it when your man has a little facial scruff? According to new research, it could be because it makes him look like a total badass.

By Korin Miller

A new study published in the journal Behavioral Ecology found that guys appear more intimidating to other dudes when they have beards. Researchers found it has something to do with the way it makes his jaw look-a beard makes a guy's jawline look bigger, which can make him seem more aggressive when he's upset than a guy with a clean-shaven face. (Interestingly enough, the look doesn't intimidate women at all.)

Related: 8 Times He Wants You to Brab About Him

On the flip side, other studies have shown that people think bearded guys seem more intelligent, confident, and mature-it's just when a guy gets angry that he looks intimidating.

So basically, if you want your guy to seem really smart and confident, and like he won't take crap from anyone, encourage him to grow a beard. Sounds like a win-win to us.


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Don't do this at work.Got a big presentation coming up? A new brain-scan study has discovered a nice little mental trick to make sure you don't choke and blow your moment.

By Korin Miller

Researchers at the California Institute of Technology discovered that, when the stakes are high (asking for a raise, doing a big presentation that can impact your job), we tend to obsess over what might happen if we screw up. As a result, we essentially create a self-fulfilling prophesy, and fail.

It gets worse: The more you worry about messing up, the worse you choke.

Related: How To Get Ahead At Work

For the study, scientists gave participants up to $100 if they could move a virtual object on a computer screen into a square within a time limit. Once people started to win more money and felt the pressure to earn more, their performance started to suffer.

Since thinking "don't think about choking, don't think about choking" won't help in a pressure situation, researchers say you should just zero in on what you need to

Shocker. He wants you to brag about his package.We polled guys to find out what they're cool with you singing their praises about to your friends-and what they'd rather stay private.

By Amary Wiggin

His Package: Brag Away
As long as you're talking about how big it is, 73 percent of dudes are more than okay with you sharing that info with your girls (and, really, the world)

His Kissing Skills: Brag Away
A whopping 87 percent love when you tell you friends what a great kisser he is. We're guessing a neck-nibbling report is also fair game.

Related: 6 Ways to Win Over His Friends

Pet Names: No Way
You can call him Snickerdoodle all you want-just don't tell anyone.

Gifts: Brag Away
Eighty-six percent say if they buy you a present, feel free to tell your friends about it. (The other 14 percent must give really lame gifts.)

Related: 9 Ways to Impress Your Man

Dirty Talk: No Way
He may be all 50 Shades of Grey in the sack, but he'd rather keep his public persona a little less, uh, grey.

Date Details: Brag Away
Come on, do you really