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turkey sandwichBy Woman's Day Staff

It's amazing how many calories-and how much fat!-can live between two slices of bread. Why not choose fixings that are both good for you and delicious? Photo by Thinkstock

START WITH THE BREAD

For the most nutritional benefit, "make sure the first ingredient on the label is 100% whole-something," says Katherine Tallmadge, RD, past spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Smart options: Whole-grain wheat, rye, oats, multigrain.
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PACK IN PROTEIN

Anchor your sandwich with a lean meat, fish or other protein. Make sure deli meat doesn't contain nitrates (chemicals that may be linked to cancer).

Smart options: Turkey or chicken breast, canned tuna, slices of tofu.

ADD CHEESE

It gives flavor and heft to lunch, adds more protein and is high in bone-strengthening calcium. Cheese is also high in fat, so use it sparingly or choose a lowfat version.

By Woman's Day Staff

Updated Traditional

Designer Tracey Butler of New Jersey's b.home Interior Design weaves a timeless tale in a spacious South Jersey bathroom. To set the scene, she first worked on what stone to use. The right marble can tell a room's story: The gray and gold veins of Calcutta Gold, seen on the walls, floor, counters and tub surround, infuse a traditional stone with contemporary appeal. Photo credit: Trevor Dixon
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Opposites Attract

The dark tones of the vanity and mirror frames supply a sharp contrast to a largely white color scheme, warming the space with a nod to the contemporary. A matching set of sleek faucets complete the look. Perrin & Rowe Edwardian 3-Hole Low Level Spout Widespread Lavatory Faucet with Cross Handles, $1,026; RohlHome.com. Photo credit: Perrin & Rowe
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Thoughtful Touches

Stately scones add a soft touch of

man in military uniform with wife and babyBy Arricca Elin SanSone

Women and men in the military are amazing-and so are their families. You may want to comment on or ask how a service member's spouse juggles everyday chores with parenting solo, infrequent phone calls from her partner in a combat zone and regular moves to new states and countries. Sometimes, though, your well-meaning words may be upsetting. Here's what never to say to a military family and what you can say instead-as well as when to say nothing. Photo by: iStock

My spouse is gone a lot for business, so I know how you feel being a single parent.

You may think you're being empathetic, but it's not a fair comparison. "These experiences aren't similar," says Barbara Van Dahlen, PhD, founder and president of Give an Hour, which helps meet the mental health needs of military and their families. "A military spouse is in significant danger, and they may not have access to a phone, email or video chatting for weeks on end." Instead of drawing parallels

real estate agent with for sale sign in front of houseBy Woman's Day Staff

1 Ask for the best broker. "Often the worst thing you can do is walk into a real estate office and go with whatever agent comes out to greet you," says Barbara Corcoran, star of ABC's Shark Tank and founder of The Corcoran Group. "Chances are, it's going to be a newbie." Instead, call the sales manager ahead of time and ask him to recommend his best person. Here's why it works: "Every sales manager is compensated based on how much his agents sell." Photo by: Corbis

2 Price it right. "Listing too high is the biggest mistake sellers make," says Marie Otis, a real estate agent with CBSHOME Real Estate in Omaha, NE. "It drives me crazy when people say, 'Can't we list at a higher price for the first few weeks to see if we get any action?' Buyers won't waste time looking at an overpriced home. So when your agent suggests a price range based on comparable sales, go with the lower end of the range," says Otis. Don't chase the market or else you'll end up selling

Mothers Day Craft- CardsBy WomansDay.com Staff

Shopping for Mom can be a real stumper! Luckily, most parents would much prefer a homemade gift over something store-bought from their little ones. After all, who wouldn't appreciate a hand-crafted card or made-just-for-you craft? This Mother's Day, teach kids the value of a personalized gift. Whether they choose to make a colorful bouquet of paper flowers or a decorated "I Love Mom" photo frame, these eight crafts make it easy for kids to show Mom how much they appreciate her. Photo by: Woman's Day
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Mother's Day Craft Ideas:

Sweet Bouquet

Pretty Posies

Memory Keeper

Sand Paperweight

I Love Mom Frames

Curlicue Card

Home and Family Portrait

For Mom's Eyes Only

Make over your mirror with this easy craft.

Original article appeared on WomansDay.com.

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woman brushing hairBy Woman's Day Staff

Split ends-those feathery tips that make hair look dull and messy-are caused by everything from the weather to blow-drying and coloring. "Heat and harsh chemicals lift hair's protective cuticle layer, leaving strands susceptible to splitting," says Rodney Cutler of the Cutler/Redken Salons. The only cure is a good trim, but there are things you can do to prevent or temporarily heal frays. Photo by Thinkstock
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→ Brush this way

Instead of starting at the top, then tugging on the ends to get out knots, gather your hair mid-shaft (do a small section at a time) and gently brush out the ends first, Cutler recommends. Photo by Thinkstock

→ Dry with caution

To help the cuticle lie flat, Cutler suggests using a heat-protecting product before blow-drying and pointing the nozzle downward. Finish with a blast of cold air to reseal the cuticle.

→ Pull back gently

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By Woman's Day Staff

When Chicago accessories designer Jess Constable, owner of Jess LC (JessLC.com), set out to organize her jewelry and scarves, she had two goals in mind. "I wanted to store my things in a beautiful way, but I also wanted to be able to get to them easily," she says. So she thought outside the box-no standard jewelry cases or plastic bins here-and came up with clever storage solutions that combine function and fashion. Now all her favorite finishing touches, like the perfect pair of earrings or colorful scarf, are on display right at her fingertips. Photos by Lucas Allen









Keep favorites handy

Grab-and-go scarves now live in a glass bowl on Jess's dresser. "I'm more likely to wear my scarves if I see them every day," she says. "And I love having that pop of color in my room."

Tip: Check around the house. The bowls Jess uses for her scarves and everyday jewelry came straight from her kitchen. What's better than free storage?
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parents fighting near a child and a teddy bearBy Alexandra Gekas

It's inevitable that you'll argue with your husband at some point (all right, many points)-and sometimes, the kids will catch on that Mom and Dad are mad at each other. But these fights don't have to scare or scar your little ones. In fact, some fights can be invaluable teaching tools. Read on for nine things to keep in mind when arguments break out, from which topics are and aren't okay for tiny ears to hear to how to ensure your children learn from your disagreements. Photo by Thinkstock

1. Fight fair.

This means no name-calling, no screaming and no threats. "Focus on the content of the fight," suggests Tina B. Tessina, PhD, psychotherapist and author of Money, Sex and Kids: Stop Fighting about the Three Things That Can Ruin Your Marriage. "No-holds-barred arguing forces kids to take on responsibility that doesn't belong to them-to keep you two from fighting. It sets a bad example of what marriage is and may affect their ability to keep relationships