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Courtesy of McDonald'sJenna Williams, Glamour

When you're in a rush, it can be hard to judge the nutritional value of your favorite value meal. Read our tips for making your fast-food choices both fast and healthy.

McDonald's: Bad and Better Food Choices
We know it's tough to resist the lure of the golden arches, but DO pay attention to portion size when ordering from McDonald's.

Breakfast
BAD Deluxe Breakfast, with a large biscuit and no syrup or margarine (1,150 calories, 60 grams of fat)
BETTER Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit, made with a regular-size biscuit (430 calories, 24 grams of fat)

Burger
BAD Double Quarter Pounder With Cheese (740 calories, 42 grams of fat)
BETTER Cheeseburger (300 calories, 12 grams of fat)
*Leave off the cheese and you'll save 50 calories and 3 grams of fat!

Salad
BAD Premium Southwest Salad With Crispy Chicken (430 calories, 20 grams of fat)
BETTER Premium Caesar Salad With Grilled Chicken (220 calories, 6 grams of fat)
*Totals are without dressing. Remember, Caesar dressing

Fairchild ArchiveBy Beth Shapouri, Glamour magazine

A new study has found that gentlemen prefer brunettes. Well, sort of. There's more to it than that. And "study" is strong-it was really more of an experiment.

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According to the Daily Mail, researchers sent a woman into nightclubs in three different wigs (blonde, brunette and red) to see which one drew the most interest from dudes. Now, the interesting thing is that she was approached most often as a blonde (the numbers: 60 times as a blonde, 42 approaches as a brunette and 18 as a redhead), but when they questioned all 130 men later, they found that she was rated most highly for attractiveness and intelligence as a brunette. So, in theory, the blonde will get approached but the brunette would actually get called in this scenario.

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One of the possible explanations posed by one of the researchers: "Perceptions of the blonde confederate as being more needy may have

Condé Nast Digital StudioglamourBy Courtney Rubin, Glamour magazine

If the high prices of health foods like açai and goji berries are keeping you from eating well, both your wallet and your waistline are about to get a major break. We found nine less-than-$1-per-serving nutritional powerhouses with full membership in the superfoods club.

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1. Golden Raisins
31¢ and 125 calories per 1/4 cup serving
Never mind trying to count your wine as a fruit; choose golden Thompson Seedless raisins instead. You can feel smug about their price and their antioxidants (called phenols), which protect you from aging and disease. Raisins are also a natural source of inulin, a fiberlike carbohydrate that helps support the growth of the good bacteria that can help keep your digestive system healthy.

2. White Potatoes
70¢ and 110 calories per 1 medium potato
White potatoes are often passed up, but one medium russet potato will set you back only 35 cents, and the calorie price tag is minimal too. One

Fairchild ArchiveBy Baze Mpinja, Glamour magazine

Their bodies! That hair! Their gorgeous skin! Man, those Kardashian girls hit the genetic lottery jackpot. But we don't hate 'em because they're beautiful-we love them for giving us loads of hair-and-makeup inspiration. Sisters Kim Kardashian, Kourtney Kardashian and Khloé Kardashian mastered the kind of beauty style that's as trendy as the runways but not too out-there for real life. Warning: The following slides may cause a sudden urge to go crazy at Sephora. Proceed with caution!

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Beauty Idea #1: Kim Kardashian's Go-To Dramatic Eyes and Nude Lips
This is a look we all know and love on Kim-major lash drama paired with flesh-tone gloss. "This has been her signature for years now. Kim feels the most beautiful with this kind of makeup," says Mario Dedivanovic, Kim's makeup artist. For standout yet believable false lashes, go with individuals instead of strips. Stick short or medium ones

By Liz Kruetz, Glamour magazine

With new research linking pressure at work to heart disease in women, it's more important than ever to take some time to unwind. Turn off the BlackBerry, take a break from tweeting and try one of these simple stress-relievers from experts and women like you.

1. Listen to music.
Studies show that listening to the music you like can have a positive impact on your life and happiness. "Plus, music can trigger memories, give a sense of youthfulness and nostalgia, and take people into different places," says Karol Ward, L.C.S.W., author of Find Your Inner Voice. "So put on your earphones and let those sounds take you from restless to restful."

2. Reorganize your life.
Living and working in a sea of clutter can stress you out without your even realizing it. Each week, spend a few hours clearing out your office or reorganizing your apartment. "Cleaning is therapeutic," says Elizabeth Kari, 21, from Chicago. "It creates order in my life, and I always feel

When he bows his head in thanks this holiday, he could be thinking about you. Feel the love!

By Cara Birnbaum, Glamour magazine

If someone told you there were eight foods that could make you more beautiful and help you feel a lot healthier, you'd want to eat up, right? Consider this your grocery list:

These statement-making beauty trends might have seemed like a good idea at the time but today, they're a definite Don't.