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Actor Corey Haim has been found dead at the age of 38. People.com reports that police believe the death was caused from an accidental overdose. Haim was reportedly found unresponsive at his Southern California apartment, and was pronounced dead at the Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Burbank. It has been reported that his mother was in the home at the time of his death.
Haim has appeared in films such as The Lost Boys, Lucas and License to Drive, and was well known for his friendship with Corey Feldman. The pair starred together in an A&E show titled “The Two Coreys.” Feldman broke off his friendship with Haim because of his continuing use of drugs, saying he didn’t want to speak with him until he became sober.
March 10, 2010
Hilary Duff is adding author to her growing list of titles. The actress/singer/designer, 22, has signed on to write a series of young adult novels for Simon & Schuster. The first novel, to be titled Elixir, will follow the adventures of a globe-trotting photojournalist named Clea Raymond, and will be released October12th. The newly engaged Duff will also be writing a nonfiction book about children coping with divorce, due out in 2012.
March 9, 2010
I woke up early this morning to try to fit in a hearty breakfast, something other than my usual bowl of Fruit Loops. So I woke up, strolled in my kitchen, and stared at my fridge. Then in my cupboards. Then back in the fridge in case I missed something the first time. But no, there was nothing in my kitchen that was going to turn itself into a yummy, healthy morning meal. Bummed, I settled by making myself some toast on whole wheat bread. Mmmm.
Luckily, I found some recipes that seem simple enough for me to complete, and still healthy and fulfilling to keep me going until lunch. One of my favorites is an Egg-White Muffin Melt. Even sounds simple, doesn’t it? The ingredients are easy and the time to cook it wouldn’t take long in the mornings. Check it out courtesy of Fitness Magazine online:
Ingredients
3 egg whites
Whole-grain English muffin
1/2 cup spinach
1 slice reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 slice tomato
Make It
Scramble 3 egg whites. Cover half of a whole-grain English muffin with 1/2 cup spinach and the other half with 1 slice reduced-fat cheddar cheese; toast until cheese is melted. Add egg and 1 slice tomato.
March 9, 2010
When Dancing With the Stars returns on March 22nd, a new face will be joining Tom Bergeron as co-host. Brooke Burke, who won Season 7 with partner Derek Hough, has been selected to take over duties for past host Samantha Harris. The news was announced Monday on Good Morning America.
March 9, 2010
McSteamy is officially a father! Eric Dane and wife Rebecca Gayheart welcomed their first child together, a daughter. People.com reports the baby was born on Wednesday, and no name has been released yet. The couple has been married since 2004.
March 6, 2010
It’s another girl for Joey Lawrence and wife Chandi Yawn-Nelson. The couple welcomed their second daughter on Thursday, Liberty Grace Lawrence, reported People.com. The baby weighed in 6 lbs., 8 oz and joined sister Charleston, 3 ½.
March 5, 2010
I was one that never really understood what having pores meant; didn’t understand when other’s fretted about their large pores. Then just recently I started noticing a change on my face. I could see my pores, larger than normal, and I started feeling very self-conscious about it. Pores, which are tiny openings in the skin that provide a way for the oil glands underneath to lubricate and protect the surface of your skin, can become enlarged for various reasons. Puberty, increased amounts of oil on the face, and picking at blemishes are some of the more common reasons.
Fortunately for me, my roommate works for Estee Lauder and suggested a product after I complained to her. She recommended the Idealist, a pore minimizing skin refinisher. She got me a sample for it, and I began using it in the morning before applying my moisturizer. She did warn me that is could cause breakouts in the beginning, but works really well with continued use.
It did make me break-out within just two days of using it; I noticed my chin especially looking worse. But my skin is clearing up, and I do so an improvement. My pores look smaller and face feels better in general. The skin feels softer and has a more even tone to it. I would recommend this product for those who need to shrink there pores, but would advise against starting it if you have a big event coming up, as you will break-out right after beginning use.
You can pick up the Idealist along with other great skincare products at Estee Lauder stores or online at EsteeLauder.com.
Source: http://www.betterbodz.com/library/enlarged_skin_pores.html
March 2, 2010
The new Dancing With the Stars cast has been revealed, and I can’t say I’m exactly thrilled. But here are the celebrities:
1. Pamela Anderson-actress
2. Chad Ochocinco-NFL player
3. Aiden Turner-soap actor
4. Erin Andrews- ESPN reporter
5. Shannen Doherty- actress
6. Buzz Aldrin- astronaut
7. Niecy Nash- actress/producer
8. Nicole Scherzinger- singer
9. Kate Gosselin- reality TV star
10. Evan Lysacek- Olympic figure skater
11. Jake Pavelka- current Bachelor
What are your opinions on this cast? Dancing With the Stars returns to ABC on Monday, March 22nd.
March 2, 2010
If anyone was following my Twitter updates yesterday, you realized that I hate grocery shopping, I hate cooking, and I was having immense struggles trying to figure out something healthy and easy to prepare. Well after a disastrous trip to the grocery store and buying little to no food, I got recipes in my inbox this morning from Women’s Health Magazine. Each recipe takes approximately 20 minutes to prepare, are healthy, and somewhat simple to make. My favorite recipe was the Mediterranean Chicken and Pasta- as chicken and pasta are two of my staples. Check out the recipe and ingredients below:
Makes: 4 servings
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
1 6-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 7-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and cut into strips
1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
3 cups hot cooked campanelle or penne pasta
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Directions
1. Drain artichoke hearts, reserving marinade, and chop them. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; add chicken and garlic. Cook and stir until chicken is brown. Add the reserved artichoke marinade, broth, wine, and dried oregano.
2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Stir in chopped artichokes, roasted peppers, and olives.
3. To serve, spoon chicken mixture over pasta. If desired, sprinkle with feta cheese.
Nutrition facts per serving: 347 calories, 26g protein, 38g carbohydrate, 9g fat (1g saturated), 3g fiber
Get more recipes from WHM by clicking here. Bon Appétit!
March 2, 2010
