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- Mississippi’s Breastfeeding Warriors: Pumps, Practical Advice and Tips at the ReadyWhile no single organization is devoted to promoting breastfeeding in Mississippi, several people have devoted themselves to the cause.
- Winterizing Your SkinWe all strive to protect our skin from sun damage in the summer, but colder weather brings about different problems for the skin. The biggest one is dryness.
- To Your (Musical) HealthSo it's about time for those New Year's resolutions to kick in, and I'm sure many of you are going to the gym more often now. Here's a playlist to help you out.
- Cosmetics: Does Beauty Benefit?With the world becoming increasingly knowledgeable about harmful chemicals in beauty products, the demand for holistic practices is rising.
- Beating Weight Loss With the BluesEveryone wants to lose weight, but few are willing to put in the work like Kiwana Thomas Gayden, who lost and kept off 40 pounds since 2013.
- My New Year's Resolution Is ...Making decisions on what to eat includes asking yourself a simple question with every food selection: Is it healthy? Most patients agree that they easily recognize unhealthy options.
- New IdeasThere is no doubt that I love Jackson. But I also love to travel, both because there's so much out there to see in the world, and because having new experiences and getting new ideas is fun.
- Meant to BeIt happened simply: I saw Neil Maneck for the first time in a Barnes & Noble coffee shop. "Oh he's cute," I said to my friend Catherine Gray, who had befriended him in high school. "Is he single?"
- Runnin’ the Blues Through the Veins of JacksonIt was only six years ago, in 2008, when John Sewell began working with others to put together a marathon that would celebrate the unique blues culture in Mississippi. This weekend, on Jan. 10, the event returns as one of …
- Theaters Begin Screening 'The Interview' Critics and early viewers agree that "The Interview" is less than a masterpiece. But thanks to threats from hackers that nearly derailed its release, it has become an event.
- Old Friends and NewHolidays are often a time full of tradition and emotions—some warm and fuzzy, others stress-related. But for some, it's more about a lack of tradition.
- Add Some Sparkle to Your Holiday DecorLiven up your holiday decor with lights, a bit of glitz and some colorful blossoms this season. Now is the time to put on your gardening shoes, grab the pruners and get started decorating for the holiday season ahead.
- Jammin’ to CarolsIf you're feeling the pressure, a spin on the treadmill or some yoga is just what you need. Here are some holiday tracks to keep you company.
- Healthy Holiday GatheringsHoliday eating can result in an extra pound or two every year, the National Institutes of Health reports, and the holiday season can set the precedent for the upcoming year.
- Last Minute LoveliesThe holidays are approaching quickly, and it's time to get those last-minute gifts together. While you're in a mad rush to finish, why not buy gifts from local places?