Good Housekeeping articles from March 2004

Good Housekeeping archives from March 2004

Protecting patients: join the GH campaign.(On my mind)(defective implants can lead to death)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... If you or someone you love has a medical implant (anything from ay hip to a heart valve), no one--not even your doctor--is required to tell you if your model has been recalled. Defective implants have resulted in dreadful injuries and even...

The second lady and friends.(On my mind)
March 1, 2004... Last September, Lynne Cheney, wife of the Vice President, was our guest for lunch at the Good Housekeeping Institute. (That's Mrs. Cheney below in the gray suit, with, from left, Hearst Magazines President Cathleen Black, the Cheneys' daughter...

Delicious desserts.(On my mind)
March 1, 2004... Could I interest you in some double-chocolate mousse cake? How about Florida lime pie? A nice apple strudel, perhaps? You'll find recipes for more than 200 mouthwatering cakes, cookies, and other sweets in the new paperback edition of The Good...

Kane's kindness.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2004... I just finished reading "The Tender Mercy of Cheryl Kane" by Elizabeth Gehrman (January). Like Cheryl's late husband, Jim, my wife, Marjorie, "ran right into the arms of God" last October. I was moved by the article; it made me want to do...

Purging perfectionism.(On your mind)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2004... I can relate to "Are You Trying to Be Too Perfect?" (January). My answer to that question is yes! I want everything to be perfect, and if it's not, I become miserable. I am now reading the book you mentioned by Kathy Cordova, Let Go, Let...

The best policy.(On your mind)
March 1, 2004... I enjoyed "The Secrets Your Family Is Hiding" (January). It wasn't until my mother's death that I learned the true identity of my father, a "family friend" I called Uncle Norm. I have always valued honesty and never withhold information from my...

Big on short stories.(On your mind)
March 1, 2004... I am a longtime reader of Good Housekeeping, and I recommend it to everyone. I especially look forward to the excerpts and short stories. They are a reason to curl up on the couch and spend some quiet time by myself. In this day of hectic...

Baby talk.(On your mind)(mother love towards her child)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... Twelve-month-old Gracy Perham catches up on her telephone calls during a cookie break. The toddler lives in Fox Lake, Illinois, with parents Dawn and Tony Perham. Gracy's aunt, Julie Moeller, of Madison, Wisconsin, submitted this...

Real deals: bargains you'll love.
March 1, 2004... ocean potions Shower gels with marine minerals refresh and soften your skin. Splurge on Comfort Zone Inner-c Pleasure, below left, or save with Calgon Ocean Oasis, right. trends for less Pucci prints No, these bags aren't...

Instant fruit.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)
March 1, 2004... Give your cornflakes a healthy kick: Add Cereal Toppers from Field Fresh Farms. These freeze-dried fruits plump up to almost-fresh form when splashed with milk. And dry, they're a good crunchy snack. Choose from sliced strawberries and four...

Vinegar variety.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)
March 1, 2004... Do your tomatoes need a touch of tulip? Your mesclun a marigold mix? Try Edible Flowers bouquet-infused vinegars. You can use them in any recipe that calls for red or white vinegar. $12 for an 8-ounce bottle; 866-721-5604 or...

New spreads.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)(Peanut Better )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... Trend alert: Peanut Butter & Co. and Peanut Better have improved on jelly's partner with blends that range from sweet to spicy. $5 to $6; www.ilovepeanutbutter.com and www.peanutbetter.com.

Bamboo boards.(Front burner: what's new, what's hot, what's cooking)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... The coolest look in kitchenware, bamboo cutting boards are so beautiful, you'll want to save them for serving cheese or fruit. But chop away--the hard surface won't scratch easily. Available from Totally Bamboo in an assortment of shapes and...

Fast fix for fine hair.(Beauty: tips trends truth)
March 1, 2004... Looking for a quick hit of fullness? Because Dove's new Extra Volume Foam Conditioner has the light texture of mousse, it claims to add oomph without weighing hair down the way creams can. To test, we brought a limp-haired group to New York...

New spring scents.(Beauty: tips trends truth)
March 1, 2004... This season's style forecast: flirty skirts, bright colors-and fruity fragrances (especially berry). If you choose a scent that also contains musk notes, says Frank Voelkl, a perfumer with fragrance company Symrise, it will be light but also...

Facial cleansers that do more.(Beauty: tips trends truth)(usage of skin creams make face look good)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... FACIAL CLEANSERS THAT DO MORE It's no hype: "Wipes" (a.k.a premoistened cleansing cloths) actually leave behind more treatment ingredients than wash-off cleansers do, says New York City dermatologist Paul Jarrod Frank, M.D. (For best...

Winter nail woes: a repair plan.(Beauty: tips trends truth)
March 1, 2004... New Orleans dermatologist Nia Terezakis, M.D., gets yours in super shape. 1 Remove shaggy cuticles. If they're long, it's OK to cut them-but use your own cuticle nipper and don't get too close to the skin (push cuticles up and away from...

Revive your eyes: they're the first thing people notice, so you don't want them to look old. Try our at-home (surgeon-free!) tricks--you won't believe your eyes.
March 1, 2004... EYE ENEMY NO. 1 CROW'S-FEET Every time you smile, your eyes pay a price-the muscles around them contract, and a little elasticity is lost. Combine that with sun exposure and, in about 30 years, you've got crow's-feet. The topical...

The mascara difference: a GHI test.
March 1, 2004... FULLER FRINGE Lush lashes are a hallmark of youth, but they can thin out as you age. Of four new volumizing mascaras that GHI tested, CoverGirl Fantastic Lash took top spot, living up to its name-fantasticl LONG AND LUSH Clinique's Lash...

Beauty quickies with big impact.(beauty tips to make your eyes look more beautiful)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... 1 ENHANCE YOUR EYE HUE with a single contrasting shadow shade. For blue or icy green eyes, choose a warm, yellow-based hue (Estee Lauder's duo in Moondust, above left, contains gold and caramel); for brown or olive-y eyes, opt for a cool,...

4 control tips.(eye care tips)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... How you live affects your eyes. So to keep yours looking good, consider changing some daily habits. PERFUME If your eyes are sensitive, flagrance can make them red, says Harvey DuBiner, M.D., an ophthalmologist in Atlanta. To diminish this...

Coming soon: a new wrinkle fighter....
March 1, 2004... When Yale dermatology professor David J. Leffell, M.D., told us he'd found a stick-on, disposable eye patch that "mimics the kind of effect you'd get with a collagen injection," we had to try it. The battery-operated PowerCosmetics Vitalizer...

Household helpline: Heloise to the rescue.
March 1, 2004... My Favorite Cheap Tricks Like many of you, I was brought up by a very practical mother who hated to waste money and loved to find new ways to scrimp. As a result, I am a household cheapskate and proud of it! Here are some simple tips that...

You asked, Peggy answers.(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
March 1, 2004... Q: There is a woman in our book club who dominates the discussion--even when she hasn't read the novel we're talking about. Most of us would like to kick her out, but how? And who should tell her? A: The first step is to give her a chance...

Checkout line etiquette: five things you should know about ...(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
March 1, 2004... 1. Even if your friend has only a loaf of bread, don't let her cut in line. It's simply not fair to the people behind you. 2. If she's really insistent, just add her purchase to yours so the cashier has to do only one transaction. 3....

So what would you do?(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
March 1, 2004... Q: Two weeks ago, you loaned your boss $20, and she still hasn't paid you back. What do you do? "I'd offer to pick up her lunch, hoping that paying me for it will jog her memory." --Candice Goodale, 27, Georgia "I'd let it go....

Pop quiz.(Do the right thing: Peggy Post on everyday etiquette)
March 1, 2004... You accept flowers for your neighbor because she isn't home when the deliveryman comes. Unfortunately, you forget about them, and three days later, they're dead. You should: a. Buy a replacement, add the card from the first bouquet, and...

Talk to me: Joy Behar solves your trickiest problems.
March 1, 2004... Q: My sister, who is in her 40s, recently got married for the first time. I've been married for 16 years, but, suddenly, my newlywed sister wants to share all her wisdom about how to make my marriage as "wonderful and passionate" as hers. Of...

The last word on lateness: it's an epidemic! Everyone is running behind ... and keeping the rest of us waiting. What to do about the latecomers in your life. And, how to change if you're the offender.(relationships)
March 1, 2004... Late last spring, I volunteered to host a birthday lunch for a friend. The morning of the big day, I got up early to prepare: pureeing hearts of palm (trust me, it's delicious), roasting a chicken, squeezing lemons for lemonade, and melting...

Cleans like a gem.(Testing testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
March 1, 2004... Has your wedding ring lost its luster? New jewelry-cleaning appliances promise to bring back the sparkle--fast. Are they worth the money? In tests judged by New York jeweler Michael Toback, Haier's Ultrasonic Cleaner ($59.99, at left) was the...

Top tomato soup.(Testing testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
March 1, 2004... The chilly-day comfort food that's also good for you: We say tomato. After enjoying bowl after bowl of soup, our tasters chose two favorites: THE WINNERS Progresso Hearty Tomato and Wolfgang Puck's Country Tomato with Basil--both were...

Big perks, little price.(Testing testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
March 1, 2004... Good news for coffee connoisseurs: Now there's an affordable way to make restaurant-style (read: quick and rich) java at home. New Mr. Coffee SpeedBrew ($59.99) is half the cost of a professional-type Bunn machine but just as fast. It keeps a...

Size matters: how to find pants that really fit.(Testing testing! News for you from the Good Housekeeping Institute)
March 1, 2004... Searching for pants that make you look good? The perfect fit can be tough to find when in one store you wear a 10, and in another you're a 14. What gives? We tried on more than 70 pairs of pants, looking for answers. The testers: a size-10...

Phone home--with photos.(The Winners)
March 1, 2004... For those must-share moments (say, your baby's first steps in the park), a camera cell phone seems ideal for show-and-tell. You can snap a picture and e-mail it to family, right from your phone. But how good is the photo quality? Many phones we...

A clean car--quicker.(Institute Advice)
March 1, 2004... Do-it-yourself car cleaning just got easier--and faster. You'll save about 15 minutes with the new Mr. Clean AutoDry Carwash system ($19.99, above), which lets you skip the drying step and still have your car come away spot free. How? Those...

"Why should I have to pay for a moving van that stalled at every stop?".(Ease Moving Stress)
March 1, 2004... Last August, I rented a U-Haul truck to move from New York to North Carolina. The cost: $441.83. When I called to make the reservation four days before my trip, I was told that I was lucky to be getting a vehicle at all. About an hour after I'd...

Little big shots.(Testing testing! Good Housekeeping Institute)
March 1, 2004... Running out of room in your house? These six compacts add convenience without taking up precious counter, desktop, or closet space. The drop-down 10.4-inch screen on Audiovox's TV/DVD player ($799) flips up when you're not using it....

Save a bundle on taxes! Uncle Sam has never been more generous. Here's how you can get the most from the new tax laws.(your money)
March 1, 2004... This year, you can actually look forward to April 15! That's because Congress approved one of the largest tax cuts in history last May. The Internal Revenue Service expects that almost everyone will pay less in taxes-and more people than ever...

Married people with children.(The Big Winners)
March 1, 2004... The new law gives you a $1,000 tax credit for each child under 17, up from $600 in 2002. Couples filing jointly get the full credit if their adjusted gross income does not exceed $110,000 ($75,000 for singles). Then the credit phases out. ...

Tax breaks for couples.(your money)
March 1, 2004... For husbands and wives who are filing jointly, your basic standard deduction--what the government allows you to subtract from your adjusted gross income if you don't itemize--jumps to $9,500; compared with $7,850 in 2002. That's a 21 percent...

Tax breaks for everyone.(your money)
March 1, 2004... LOWER RATES This year brings dramatically lower tax rates for middle-and upper-income people. Married couples with a $50,000 taxable income, for instance, will save $499 on their 2003 return. Those with a $100,000 income will save $2,176 thanks...

Lower taxes on investments.(your money)
March 1, 2004... CAPITAL GAINS If you sold an investment for a profit after May 5, 2003, that you had held for more than a year, you'll pay a tax of only 15 percent on the capital gain. For sales before May 5, you'll pay the previous 20 percent rate. That's for...

A windfall in July.(your money)
March 1, 2004... MICHAEL AND JANNA STEIN Michael, 33, a lawyer, and Janna, 34, a stay-at-home morn, live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and have two children, Louisa, four, and Jacob, two. A summer surprise from Uncle Sam Last July, the Steins, along with...

The child-care boost.(your money)
March 1, 2004... If you're working outside the home and you need paid day care (or day camp), you get a bigger tax credit this year. It is now worth 20 percent of your expenses up to $3,000 for one child or $6,000 for two or more (that works out to $600 or...

Long-term care help.(your money)
March 1, 2004... Part of your long-term care insurance premium is deductible as a medical expense. Over age 50, you can write off$940, up $40 from 2002. Between ages 61 and 70, you can write off $2,510. Most people receiving payments from a long-term care...

Disaster relief.(your money)
March 1, 2004... Victims of the California fires or beneficiaries of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund should take note of the disaster relief provision: Any relief money you receive does not count as taxable income.

On her own and finally getting a break.(your money)
March 1, 2004... CHRIS KRUPINSKI, 52, is a widowed mother of three in Fairfax, Virginia, who runs her own graphic design business out of her home. The self-employed penalty "I love being self-employed, but there are downsides," says Krupinski. Paying for...

Art that grows on trees: Artist Laura Bethmann has created a thriving business doing what she loves best: capturing nature's beauty, one leaf at a time.(entrepreneurs)
March 1, 2004... One day, more than 25 years ago, Laura Bethmann was outdoors, painting a watercolor in the lush New Jersey Pine Barrens, when she spied a lovely damp leaf. She pressed it to the paper, then pulled it off. Before her eyes, faint but clear, was...

Do you really, need an annual checkup?(Controversy)
March 1, 2004... Your mother may think so, but the government says no. Annual screening of healthy adults for problems such as high blood pressure and abnormal thyroid function isn't necessary, a prestigious federal panel has concluded. Instead, we should have...

A male "pregnancy" test?(GH Skeptic)
March 1, 2004... If you're having trouble getting pregnant, the problem could be his. But a home test for guys isn't the way to find out. For $39.99, the Baby Start FertilMarq Home Diagnostic Screening Test measures only one male infertility factor--sperm...

www.confusion.(health news)
March 1, 2004... What makes the Internet useful for health info (you can find everything!) is also what makes it maddening (how to sort through all the stuff?). One site we love: Medline plus.gov. Its own articles are clear--and it provides links to other...

The case of the pale nails.(Diagnosis)
March 1, 2004... SYMPTOM The woman--let's call her Anne--had gone to see her doctor for a sore throat. After doing his exam, he paused to look at her hands, then surprised Anne by asking, "How long have you been so anemic?" Anemic? "Your fingernails," the...

Are glasses ruining your looks?(health news)(laser eye surgery)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... If so, you've probably thought about LASIK--the laser surgery that reshapes your cornea to correct vision problems. Now celebrating its eighth birthday, LASIK may be the most frequently performed elective surgery in the United States, with more...

Just because a drug is OTC ...(Watch Out!)(over the counter drugs usage)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... ... doesn't mean you should pop it like candy. That's what some women seem to be doing with a medication that relieves the pain, burning, and frequent urination associated with cystitis. But the drug, available without a prescription under a...

Relax, it's not serious.(health news)(numbness remedy)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... Tingling and numbness around the mouth is annoying and surprisingly common. What causes it? The biggest culprit is not a scary neurological disorder, but anxiety. When you're tense, you tend to hyperventilate (breathe rapidly and deeply), which...

Tasty ways to help your heart.(health news)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2004... First there was Benecol, then Take Control--margarines that actually lower your cholesterol. Now, food wizards have added the same cholesterol-lowering ingredients to everything from orange juice (Minute Maid Heart Wise) to dairy products...

The cough that won't quit: it started as a simple cold, but weeks later, you're still hacking away. Best home remedies ... and when you must see the doctor.(your health)
March 1, 2004... * What makes you cough? Coughing is actually a protective mechanism. It keeps mucus and foreign matter out of the airways, throat, and lungs, explains Henry Milgrom, M.D., a senior staff physician at National Jewish Medical and Research...

Life after diabetes: plagued by blackouts and seizures, this active, upbeat woman felt helpless as her illness got worse. Then she heard about a radical new treatment.(your health)
March 1, 2004... As Ellen Berry opened her eyes, she slowly became aware of her surroundings. It seemed that only a moment ago she had been driving her green convertible on the Beltway drive outside Washington, D.C. Now she was lying in the back of an...

Quicker healing?(Innovative Product)
March 1, 2004... We assumed the only thing that could make kids' scrapes heal faster was a kiss from Mom, so the arrival of KidsQR Powder gave us pause. Could it really stop the bleeding--and hasten the formation of scabs--on skinned knees? We evaluated the...

Extreme sports cards.(Trend Spotting)
March 1, 2004... Baseball? Snooze. Football? So 20th century. Another sign that traditional team sports just don't excite kids as much as extreme sports--like skateboarding, snowboarding, motocross, and freestyle skiing--is this new set of trading cards....

Flunk these fries.(News Alert)
March 1, 2004... It's bad enough that cheeseburger fries--a combination of ground beef, Cheddar cheese, and breading--are being served at restaurants and bars nationwide. But parents should know that these fries have begun popping up in schools, too, as part of...

A drastic step: after tipping the scale at 300-plus, my son, Ethan, was fed up with health problems and put-downs. Would surgery help him when nothing else had?(family)
March 1, 2004... We adopted Ethan as a newborn. After years of trying to have a child on our own, then dreaming about and planning the adoption, my wife, Susan, and I were joyous when we brought him home, just one day old. Ethan slept that first night swaddled...

The discipline wars: how tough should you be on the kids? It's one of the most common fights between parents. Ways to keep the peace--and raise happier children.(family)
March 1, 2004... You're in the middle of grounding your 14-year-old daughter for the weekend when your husband jumps in and says you're being too harsh. Pretty soon, everyone is hopping mad. Parents disagreeing over how to discipline the kids can be one of the...

America: the unusual: on your next vacation, leave the predictable sightseeing list behind.(special advertising section)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... ON YOUR NEXT VACATION, leave the predictable sightseeing list behind. CAPE COD: A DIFFERENT WORLD The place where America's first civil Liberties were conceived has continued to attract freethinkers, some of whom have made major...

Florida's unexpected adventures.(special advertising section)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Beneath the bright Florida sun, there is an undiscovered world... of pink passion in Miami's South Beach, a green grandeur in Osceola's wildlife, and a blast of blue in Pensacola's skies... Make your family vacation a little brighter this...

The other men in my life: I'm a faithful wife, but let's be frank: for total happiness, one man is not enough. Meet my all-star backup team.(relationships)
March 1, 2004... Don't get me wrong, I adore my husband. Bill is funny, kind, smart, and sexy. At our wedding, we danced our first dance to a song he wrote. Every day, he gets up at dawn to pack lunches for our son and me. When I decide to diet, he's by my...

The one who repeats an insult is insulting you.(proverbs)
March 1, 2004... I have a friend who broke off relations with her in-laws for several years: "I told them that if they talked about me in a certain derogatory way again, I would stop speaking to them. They did it, and I kept my word." I asked how she knew...

Dr Phil your total life makeover: kids, marriage, friendship, money. The good doctor tackles your toughest problems and helps you get back on track.
March 1, 2004... On a tranquil Beverly Hills side street, where palm-draped mansions are the norm, Dr. Phil McGraws vast yellow stucco villa is a monument in the making. The self-made self-help tycoon reportedly paid Texas-style cash for the estate--the...

7 secrets of dressing slim: with these easy style strategies and pretty spring picks, you can look seriously thinner--without dropping a pound.
March 1, 2004... 1 A SUIT CAN MAKE YOU SLEEKER--but only if: the jacket is fitted straight ledges are straight legged. Khaki pinstripe suit from Emme Collection. Floral blouse from Liz Claiborne Woman. Earrings from Nine West, Suede purse by Sergio Rossi....

Suzanne Somers: still sexy {after all these years}: she's battled breast cancer, career setbacks, and her fear of getting older. Now, in her new book, she talks about staying healthy, happy, and red-hot.
March 1, 2004... Our lunch was supposed to take place at a glitzy, celebrity-studded restaurant in Los Angeles. Then, at the last minute, Suzanne Somers called to ask if I wouldn't prefer a home-cooked meal, served on the patio of her Malibu beach home. Her...

Pretty in pink (and blue): with four kids filling the house, designer Annette Tatum had to tone down her style sense. The result: a family-friendly dream home.
March 1, 2004... As founder of a textiles firm in Santa Monica, California, Annette Tatum is used to calling the design shots--but that changes when she goes home. "My husband and three daughters are happy to let me know what they like and dislike. Joe, the...

The softer side of Lynne Cheney: devoted to her grandkids--and busy writing children's books--the veep's wife is going public with a new message that matters now.
March 1, 2004... A mug of coffee at her side, Lynne Cheney sits for an interview in the dining room of the Vice President's residence, a charming Victorian on the groomed grounds of the Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. Like the other rooms on the first...

Warning! The medical "miracles" that may be hazardous to your health: from pacemakers to hip joints, implants keep millions of us healthy. Yet if a defective model is recalled, no one is required to tell you! A shocking report ... and a call to action.
March 1, 2004... Kathy Hasenfus couldn't understand why she wasn't feeling well. At 54, the attractive Wisconsin businesswoman walked three miles a day, took kickboxing classes, and bicycled. Suddenly, climbing even a short flight of stairs left her breathless....

Simple but special: what does a star chef cook at home? Restaurateur (and mom) Katy Sparks shares her favorite dishes for family and friends.
March 1, 2004... Good view Katy Sparks and her son, Luke, watch as the parchment around the scallops puffs up. OPPOSITE: Pork Medallions with Balsamic Glaze, Snap Peas & Herbed Couscous. RIGHT: Making quesadillas isn't just easy, it's also fun....

Simple but special recipes.(Recipes)
March 1, 2004... Scallops & Leeks in Parchment PREP 45 minutes BAKE 15 minutes MAKES 6 main-dish servings 3 medium leeks (about 3/4 pound) 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black...

The dish on Katy Sparks.
March 1, 2004... GH Food Director Susan Westmoreland sat down with the versatile New York chef as she was making plans for her newest restaurant, Umlaut. Who inspired you to become a chef? Both my parents. My mother was the daily cook and my father the...

Rush hour: family dinners in under 30 minutes.(Recipes)
March 1, 2004... quick comfort Pasta Ribbons with Chunky Vegetables 1 package (8 to 9 ounces) oven-ready lasagna noodles (6 1/2" by 3 1/2" each) 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium yellow summer squash and/or zucchini (10...

Home cooking: "the best chocolate dessert-ever".(Recipes)
March 1, 2004... Cassandra Smith of Greenville, Illinois, enjoyed many restaurants when she visited New Orleans last summer. But she pronounced the Red Fish Grill on Bourbon Street her favorite... for its dessert. "I'd go back just for that pudding," she says....

Cake complaints.(in my kitchen)
March 1, 2004... We've received more letters about last September's recipe for Black Magic Cake than about any other recipe we have ever published. While many readers loved the cake, with its eight Milky Way bars ("This is my family's new favorite," wrote one...

Your 15-minute no-fail workout: diet not doing it? Just add exercise, says fitness guru Jim Karas, and watch how quickly you'll lose.(Fitness)
March 1, 2004... If you've been reading the media reports, I'll bet you're confused about how much exercise you need in order to lose weight. Is it 30 minutes a day or 60? Does it have to be done all at once, or can it be broken up? Should it be cardio or...

9 best body slimmers: whether you need a little support or a lot, you'll find your perfect shaper here.(Fashion)
March 1, 2004... Flexees Convertible Strapless Body Briefer, $47. At fine stores or www.flexees.com *** Impulsion Body from Chantelle, $88. At select Saks Fifth Avenue stores. * Bustier from Carnival, $29. At Frishman's, 800-540-6066 or www.frish.com....

Cartoons.
March 1, 2004... "No, you don't have to wait for the beep. Just start praying." "Edna! You've lost weight!" "Hi, dear. You can have your choice for dinner: go out or takeout." [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Alert: dangerous products.(Recalls)
March 1, 2004... ALERT: Dangerous Products Are there unsafe products in your home? Check the recalls list below. These items were recalled by manufacturers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. For more information, contact...

Better than Botox[R]*?[TM] "Who would have thought a stretch mark remover would turn out to be the anti-wrinkle breakthrough of the decade!".(Anti-Aging Breakthrough)
March 1, 2004... In a remarkable turn of events, arguably one of the strangest in the history of cosmetics, women across the country are putting a stretch-mark reducing emulsion called StriVectin-SD[R] on their face to get rid of fine lines, wrinkles and crows'...